Referees, Records, and Rivalries

This chapter focuses on Robert Mercek, head referee for Twin Galaxies, and scrutinizes the portrayal of his role in gameplay video verification within the documentary. It contrasts perspectives between traditionalists and newcomers in the competitive gaming community, highlighting a controversial incident involving Donkey Kong high scores and questioning the accuracy of the event's depiction. The narrative also addresses the complexities around authority and integrity in gaming, drawing intriguing parallels to political structures.