Summary

In this episode of the Slightly Above Average Gaming Podcast, J007 and Sub1KD discuss various topics related to gaming. They start by talking about mic troubles and the transition to Twitch. They then discuss the Call of Duty Twitter community and the importance of hearing different viewpoints. The conversation shifts to Microsoft's decision to bring their exclusives to PlayStation and the implications for the gaming industry. They also discuss the current state of Warzone, including frustrations with matchmaking and the lack of regainability. Finally, J007 shares his journey with mouse and keyboard and the improvements in his gameplay. The conversation covers various topics related to the Call of Duty community, including the mouse and key community, the current meta, melee and sniping mechanics, issues in the competitive scene, and a lawsuit regarding revenue distribution. The mouse and key community is discussed in terms of their perception of game changes and the advantages of using mouse and keyboard. The meta discussion focuses on the current state of the game and the viability of different weapons. The conversation also delves into the mechanics of melee combat and sniping, highlighting the balance and skill required. Lastly, the conversation touches on the issues in the competitive scene, including layoffs, exclusive broadcasting deals, and a lawsuit regarding revenue distribution. The conversation delves into the financial aspects of running esports events and the role of Activision in the competitive scene. It explores the costs of organizing LAN events and the potential profitability of esports leagues. The future of competitive Call of Duty is discussed, with the suggestion that Activision may step away from the scene. The expenses involved in organizing tournaments are examined, highlighting the staffing and venue costs. The episode concludes with the introduction of a new segment, 'Kill of the Week.'

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Mic Troubles

03:45 Discussion on Call of Duty Twitter Feuds

08:58 Microsoft's Exclusives on PlayStation

13:45 State of Warzone and Regainability

28:26 Quality of Life Updates in Warzone

35:30 Matchmaking Frustrations in Warzone

39:28 J007tv's Journey with Mouse and Keyboard

41:13 Mouse and Key Community

47:10 Meta Discussion

52:00 Melee and Sniping

59:03 Sniper Meta

01:08:22 Issues in the Competitive Scene

01:13:16 Lawsuit and Revenue Distribution

01:19:53 The Cost of Running a LAN Event

01:23:39 The Financials of Esports Leagues

01:24:30 The Future of Competitive Call of Duty

01:26:04 Activision's Role in the Competitive Scene

01:27:38 The Expenses of Organizing Tournaments

01:29:29 Kill of the Week Segment

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