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Nov 22, 2025

Dive into the wild world of gaming dilemmas! A worried dad debates keeping his daughter in the violent Sims universe. A scummy used PS2 leads to unexpected creepy encounters. The hosts hilariously tackle the elitism of gaming with Animal Crossing fans. A playful confession about cheeky pics tied to a character impression leaves them in stitches. Plus, a dad challenges his son to beat Ocarina of Time for a Switch and an uproarious tale of demanding an NPC divorce in Stardew Valley rounds out this gaming adventure!

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Sandbox Play Reflects Player Choice

The Sims itself isn't violent; players create violent scenarios as a form of play and exploration.
Courtney Miller and Shayne Topp argue that kids use sandbox games to safely process complex feelings and curiosity.

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ADVICE

Talk And Play Instead Of Taking Away

Sit down and talk to your child about why they play the way they do instead of banning the game outright.
Play with them and use the moment to teach empathy and alternatives while staying curious.

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Research Games And Monitor Online Play

Parents should research games and monitor online interactions, not just ratings, before giving kids access.
Pay attention to voice chat and public lobbies which can expose young players to strangers.

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Should the daughter keep playing The Sims?

01:57 • 12min

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Buying a used PS2 gone wrong

14:12 • 9min

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Gatekeeping gamers over Animal Crossing

22:46 • 18min

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Tit pics for an Arthur Morgan impression

40:33 • 2min

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Ocarina challenge to earn a Switch

42:44 • 12min

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Demanding divorce in Stardew Valley

55:00 • 5min

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Making dad punch a stripper in GTA

This book, written by pop culture historian Mark Arnold, explores the fascinating history of Pac-Man, the iconic video game character, and the groundbreaking animated television series that was the first to be based on a video game. The book covers the development of the show, its impact on pop culture, and the legacy of Pac-Man in both gaming and animation. It also delves into the history of the Hanna-Barbera animation studios and the broader context of video game adaptations.

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Sibylle Lewitscharoff

„Pong“ erzählt die Geschichte eines Mannes, der sich selbst und die Welt immer wieder neu erschafft. Der Protagonist, der nach seiner Fähigkeit, wie ein Ball zu hüpfen, den Namen Pong trägt, ist von der Suche nach menschlicher Vollkommenheit besessen, besonders bei Frauen. Er heiratet Evmarie, die er auf ein Dach stellt, um zwei Eier zu schützen, aus denen später ein Junge und ein Mädchen hervorgehen. Am Ende des Romans springt Pong mit einem Freudenschrei vom Dach und opfert sich. Der Roman ist bekannt für seine fantasievollen Sprachspiele und seine religiöse Grundierung.

"Conker's Bad Fur Day" is a platformer where players control Conker, a squirrel, through mature and humorous situations.

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Turok

Jennifer Sims

"Turok: Dinosaur Hunter" is a first-person shooter where players, as Turok, battle dinosaurs and other enemies in a prehistoric world.

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Perfect Dark

J. A. Saare

"Perfect Dark" is a first-person shooter developed by Rare. As agent Joanna Dark, players investigate a conspiracy involving alien races and advanced technology.

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Final Fantasy VII

Alexander van den Bosch

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Goldeneye

Where Bond Was Born; Ian Fleming's Jamaica

Matthew Parker

This book delves into the significant impact Jamaica had on Ian Fleming's life and writing, particularly in the creation of James Bond. It examines Fleming's friendships and experiences in Jamaica, which served as a retreat and inspiration for his iconic novels. The book also explores the historical context of Jamaica during the 1950s and its portrayal in the Bond series.

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Banjo-Kazooie

Secrets, Strategies, Solutions

Russel Murray

Banjo-Kazooie is a platform adventure game developed by Rare. The game follows Banjo, a bear, and Kazooie, a bird, as they attempt to thwart the plans of the witch Gruntilda, who intends to steal Banjo's sister Tooty's beauty for herself. The gameplay involves collecting items, solving puzzles, and defeating enemies across various interconnected worlds. Banjo-Kazooie is celebrated for its vibrant graphics, creative level design, and humorous dialogue.

• Mentioned in 2 episodes

Breath of the Wild

Sandy Tritt

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Charlotte Firbank-King

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Harvest moon

Josephine Preston Peabody

Set in rural New England in the early 20th century, 'Harvest Moon' by Josephine Preston Peabody tells the story of four young people whose lives intersect due to fate and the seasonal changes. The book explores themes of love, destiny, and the rural lifestyle of the time.

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Life Is Strange

Double Exposure

David Hay

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0:00 Intro
2:04 Should I let my daughter keep playing a violent video game https://www.reddit.com/r/AITAH/comments/1f62xaw/wibtah_if_i_let_my_daughter_continue_playing_a/
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12:42 I bought a used PS2 that caused me to face my worst fear https://www.reddit.com/r/tifu/comments/6zpf6k/tifu_by_buying_a_used_playstation_2_on_letgo_that/
21:46 Calling my friends fake gamers for playing Animal Crossing https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/gu2r18/aita_for_telling_my_friends_that_i_didnt_want_to/
38:36 I sent someone pics because he did a cute Arthur Morgan impression https://www.reddit.com/r/confessions/comments/14bgji3/i_sent_someone_tit_pics_because_he_did_a_cute/
40:50 I told my kid I would help him get a Switch https://www.reddit.com/r/AmItheAsshole/comments/bbbbhe/aita_for_telling_my_kid_i_would_help_him_get_a/
52:43 I demanded my gf divorce her husband on Stardew Valley https://www.reddit.com/r/AmITheDevil/comments/123kpsv/aita_for_demanding_my_gf_divorces_her_husband_on/
57:49 I made my dad punch a stripper in GTA https://www.reddit.com/r/tifu/comments/ihkkqe/tifu_by_making_my_dad_punch_a_stripper_in_gta_and/

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