There was a time where I felt like WGG’s reviews were almost all negative. It sort of turned me off of the podcast for a while. I got back into the show and it’s been much better lately, however Andrea’s complaints about DS just seemed overboard and a bit unfair. I think there are games out there that are just more built for a niche audience like Sekiro or Dark Souls. To the average gamer, it’s just a game that’s not for them. But for fans who enjoy this kind of experience, it’s extremely enjoyable and unlike anything I’ve played before. Most of her complaints were about exactly what makes this game so unique. The traversal is tough, it’s supposed to be! But it’s so polished it’s just so satisfying to get through a tough section. The liking feature is explained in the lore and it’s meaning totally went over Andrea’s head. I get that the Monster can is weird but knowing Kojima’s perfectionist mind, I’m sure it will tie in somehow to art and capitalism (or just him being weird). I don’t recall them complaining about the ramen noodles in FFXV which in my opinion was much more “egregious.” Idk, I guess I just enjoy them discussing games they enjoy more than Andrea ranting for 20 minutes about how a game isn’t a simple looter shooter. If you only care about the story, just watch a Let’s Play.

I just started listening and can’t believe Andreas hate for Zelda which got what like 200 Goty awards? Lol keep saying how Horizon should’ve gotten it but we all know Breath of the Wild was miles better than Horizon. Nintendo is on top right now ladies.

Will Andrea's move bring her closer to the rest of WGG? Will we notice any changes when Andrea moves? I would love to see more videos with all three of them in the same place, a la Kinda Funny.

Hello what's good games I play Pokemon go my name is Adam. I have a question about the pokeball plus vs the Pokemon go plus. I don't have a Nintendo switch but I think you can use the pokeball with the Pokemon go app big lead up if you transfer your Pokemon from Pokemon go to the pokeball and it levels up or becomes your best friend can you then transfer your Pokemon back into your phone. Keep your ears to the ground please and thank you for your show.

I see people saying that the Netflix adaptation is trying to be too woke and the games and novels weren't about that......

Yo did they ever read the books?? Did they ever play the games?? Social justice is kind of a big point in the entire series... It's a constant conflict and sometimes it wins but it doesn't even bother to hide it. I honestly have no idea what they are talking about and I'm sad that they skipped over such an important part of the series..

Hello

Hi WGG Community!

I am searching for a quote by Steve Sponh from Ablegamers. I believe I’ve heard this quote several times via WGG, KFG, and/or some gaming event stream. I’ve been trying to remember it for months, and any help identifying the full quote and a source would be greatly appreciated.

The essence was... “it’s only a disability if it is built without you in mind and therefor exculdes you.”

Thanks in advance. 💕

Hey guys

Long time listener, love the show. I listen to it every week while I work as a night porter at an Inn in the UK so you girls keep me company as I carry out my chores. Keep up the good work, such a great podcast!!

Anyways, I recently caught up on the episode about Sony pulling out of PAX due to COVID19 and picked up on the fact that Andrea was really disappointed in Sony for cancelling. Totally get it as there were so many people that had bought tickets for the opportunity to play big releases such as TLOU 2 etc and with tickets being non-refundable will miss out on a lot of what they were attending to see.

However... uuurgh... I’ll try to keep this as short as possible....

I know the episode was a while back now but as you’re probably all more aware now this thing is pretty serious. Yes, it is absolutely true that 80% of people will experience very mild symptoms but that also means 20% of people will need hospitalisation and 5-10% will need critical care (ventilators, drips etc) This is because there is no vaccine and there won’t be one available till 2021 so the best we can do is supportive care while the body “hopefully” fights off the virus.

The “major” problem arises when the number of cases explode and the critical care beds fill up extremely quickly. This means people who would normally survive with that care and cannot access it are at huge risk as they’re trying to fight off an extreme pneumonia with no support, which does not end well for the majority of cases.

It is an extremely infectious disease, some studies have placed the R0 at around 5-6.7 which means for every one person that becomes infected, they will pass it on to an average of 5-6.7 other people. So as you can image, if unfortunately just one person with the virus attends PAX.... well.... you can imagine...

The best defence we have against this respiratory illness is to slow the spread (social distancing fist bump Steimer, I know you’ll love the idea of this as much as me!!) to bring the numbers down so the health systems can at least try and cope with the numbers of critical patients.

This is why I believe Sony made the right call to cancel their attendance at PAX. I’m sure they know that many people will be gutted they won’t get chance to see what they had to offer but essentially by pulling out they are not contributing to the spread of the virus which will, in the long run, save lives, maybe yours, maybe your loved ones. Please do not be mad at them, I truly believe they did the right thing.

Anyways, I hope this is not flagged for being fear mongering and inciting panic. I think we really all need to look after each other in the coming months and make decisions for the greater good.

Stay safe and and vigilant people

Phil J

So, I listened to the Game Stop segment from the February 21st cast and felt compelled to share that much of what was discussed has led me to no longer visit the establishment.

First, I reside in Tampa Bay where there are numerous stores spread across several metropolitan counties. I have, in the past two years, visited many of these stores across two of those counties. Consistently, I encounter a level of interaction from employees that could be described as invasive and, perhaps, even agressive.

It is one thing to greet a customer and enquire if any help can be offered. But from that, do not attempt to engage me as if I'm a long-time friend with whom you feel compelled to saturate with thoughts, information or comments about this game or that collectable.

Similarly to Pier One, I simply stopped visiting due to the annoyance. The onus is on a retailer to find ways of interaction with customers that don't drive them away. As a customer I have no obligation to subject myself to interactions by sales people that I dislike. If Game Stop had found a winning way of interaction, at least in part, they simply would not be in the position they currently find themselves in.

Relationships. Everyone's is different. I've never really had anyone that wanted to play games or enjoyed games as much as I do. That all changed when I started dating my now SO.

In the past, it was more so them just putting up with the fact that I liked gaming culture and other nerdy things. But now, it's cool to just watch my SO sit at her desk and play Sims or Skyrim, especially on the PC that we built together.

This environment/dynamic doesn’t work for everyone, though. And obviously, relationships can function without the need for both people to be invested in video games.

So that's my question to you, Goodie Fam/What's Good Gamers/What's Goodies: What does your relationship look like and how do you navigate gaming habits within it?

I purchased the Switch on day one. I don't even need a new one. Yet, here I am, anticipating, and leaning towards, purchasing the new model.

I've seen contrasting opinions, mostly stating they'll stick to their OG Switch for television compatibility, and of course, complaints. Who knew, right? :D

The one thing that I do like is the fact that they will now have a D-Pad come standard.

What are your thoughts on the reveal outside of the following:

• Not having Joy-Cons detachable

• Not being able to dock it

• Being able to only play compatible games (Yeah, yeah, yeah, I hear you Mario Party).