frytup

Read this.

TL;DR, these days real-world guns are mostly (if not entirely) used without licensing deals. This is currently allowed under US law as video games are considered "artistic expression" immune from licensing requirements.

You might well ask why the same legal theory couldn't be used for other things, such as cars or airplanes. My guess is video game devs want and need the technical cooperation of vehicle manufacturers in order to more accurately model their products. This isn't really needed for guns.

Odd conclusion to reach since all three of the people involved here left Gamespot/GB to take full time jobs at other companies.

It's more like they realized after the fact that if you have name recognition and the energy to do it, it's just leaving money on the table to not launch a Twitch/Patreon parasocialtastic side gig.

Hmm. You might want to re-read the thread. People can absolutely complain and suggest whatever. I just have a bad reaction to the "dunno guyzzz... think I just might stop paying if you don't do this thing..." type of posts. Especially if the counterexample being offered is (IMO) junk content.

Cards on the table, I've never really liked UPF. I find random, meandering live streams pretty boring. It's probably why I don't really like streamers. You know what I like much better? Planned, (somewhat) produced content. Quick Looks, long play features, reviews, etc. I'd actually suggest fewer but more substantial videos, and I have some hope they'll start to bring that type of content back once they can fill out the staff a bit more.

I pay $5/mo. for a couple Patreons that put out 1-2 videos a week. I continue paying because the videos are actually good. Which is far more than I can say for the overwhelming majority of streamers.

If you're no longer happy with GB, then don't pay for premium. "Stop being lazy and just crank out more stuff" is not a very useful complaint.

Yes, Microsoft appears to be implementing the Xbox strategy they've been saying they were going to implement for at least a couple of years now.

Don't drink and post, kids.

Nope. I'll be dropping it when my cheapo conversion expires at the end of next month.

It's a great service if you have the time and interest in the games they offer, but just doesn't fit into my life very well right now.

Nintendo Playing Card Co.

They really sold out when they started making video games. Filthy casuals.

I don't have a problem with the concept of early access, but I rarely have much interest in participating.

I have several problems with Electronic Arts, but in any given year I'll probably end up giving them money.

I don't watch much gaming content on youtube beyond GB quick looks and Digital Foundry. Old man nerd youtube is more my thing.

Adrian's Digital Basement

Jan Beta

LGR

Mr. Lurch's Things

And others, but you get the point.