I can recommend Regency Solitaire. I recently started playing it mostly because I can't handle more than some light puzzle solving at the moment. I was surprised at how addicting it is.
Of course I would watch it if it was any good. I'd watch anything if it's good. But I think roleplay videos/podcasts only works when everyone gets really involved in bringing the world and the characters to life and to make the most of the story and the events. And I don't think that's the style around here. The GB staff would start out strong but lose interest quickly. And it's really sad to watch an enthusiastic DM monologuing to a group of bored and half asleep players.
First thing that comes to mind is Virginia. It's been described as 'Lynchian' and I think that's pretty fitting. Especially compared to movies like Lost Highway that has a confusingly told story but you still think you follow along pretty well, only to be completely dumbfounded near the end. It's a game you have to think about for a moment afterwards if you want to get something from the experience.
Losing interest in playing games isn't a big deal. Interests will come and go as they please. Just don't be that guy who throws away all hobbies and recreational interests just because you're "adult" now and you're supposed to do "adult-y" stuff now. That's a slow and depressing way to lose friends.
Gone Home kind of did the same thing for me. Ever since that game came out I've been hooked on the shorter narrative driven experiences. A game you could finish in one or two sittings without having you learn some intricate mechanics or practice your reflexes or APMs just to keep up. I can still like those types of games, but it's nice to mix it up.
Got room for one more on this Love Train? I like them both and I think the few gripes I have will be sorted out as they get more comfortable and experienced. I had issues with Dan at first too. He came off as a bit overzealous with his sense of humor. But it was probably because he wanted to stand out and make a mark as the new GB hire (and possibly some nervousness too). Now I love the dude and couldn't imagine the site without him.
I think it'll go the exact same way with Ben and Abby.
Nice, can't wait. My best guess would be a series with games which allows them to create themselves, and then control/decide for their own characters. That would probably make for some good trolling and griefing moments in games like X-COM.
"Corps" in the title would indicate that they wont play against eachother, I guess.
I've been thinking about The Pruitt-Igoe Myth (2011) again lately. It's a very sad and tragic story about a housing project that began in 1950's Saint Louis. I can't remember if it was a great documentary, it could be a bit dry, but the lessons it's trying to teach and the personal stories in it has stuck with me for some reason. So I guess that's my recommendation.
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