Mario and Michelangelo, Zelda and Zefferelli, either way discussions of games lead inevitably toward the mature analysis of other media. But how do we increase the range of intelligent criticism and discussion surrounding these interactive experiences? Nate and Scott discuss the staying power of the gaming classics, Path of Exile, and the upcoming console launches.

Slower Pastier Piranhas

You've heard them. They're they guys at the party who seem to be locked in interesting conversation. Then you hear words like, "player-driven narrative," "sandbox gameplay," and "well-crafted tutorial section." Before they can say "stealth mechanics," you walk away.Yeah, we're those guys.

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You've heard them. They're they guys at the party who seem to be locked in interesting conversation. Then you hear words like, "player-driven narrative," "sandbox gameplay," and "well-crafted tutorial section." Before they can say "stealth mechanics," you walk away.Yeah, we're those guys.

You've heard them. They're they guys at the party who seem to be locked in interesting conversation. Then you hear words like, "player-driven narrative,"&nbsp;"sandbox gameplay,"&nbsp;and "well-crafted tutorial section."&nbsp;Before they can say "stealth mechanics,"&nbsp;you walk away.Yeah, we're those guys.

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