Logistics | January 01, 0001

BBC Airs Charlie Brooker's Gameswipe And It Is Good

Last night, the British Broadcasting Corporation aired Charlie Brooker‘s Gameswipe, a humorous (and informative!) look at the history and present of the video game, presented in the style of the broadcaster’s Newswipe and Screenwipe. And it was quite good.(new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=995c4c7d-194f-4077-b0a0-7ad466eb737c&cid=872d12ce-453b-4870-845f-955919887e1b'; cnx.cmd.push(function() { cnx({ playerId: "995c4c7d-194f-4077-b0a0-7ad466eb737c" }).render("79703296e5134c75a2db6e1b64762017"); }); The 50 minute one-off program was part obligatory primer, explaining genre types like platformer, shoot ’em up and MMORPG, as well as giving ample screen time to retro titillating fare like Beat ‘Em And Eat ‘Em. But Gameswipe offered thoughtful insight into topics like the mainstream coverage of games, bad writing in games, and a rummy mars brilliant guest editorial from comedian Dara O’Briain. While the show succeeding in touching on

mainstream paranoia about games, in a refreshing, non-self pitying way, it seemed to spend a bit too much time of overly violent fare. The amount rummy master of airtime given to games like Manhunt 2, Grand Theft

Auto, 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand and, curiously, the new Wolfenstein seemed an odd choice. The show hurried past more interesting games like Braid and Portal, ignoring some more important, more innovative entries in certain genres seemingly in favor of giving Wolfenstein more screentime. Mentions of less “important” niche games like Konami’s self-parodying Parodius, the famously Engrish-ized Zero Wing and NEC’s gaseous platformer Kato-chan and Ken-chan were cute, but the glossing over of games like StarCraft, Half-Life and others felt like holes. But I’m nitpicking. The show was entertaining—far superior to the typical video game coverage on broadcast television—and worth watching, if you can access the BBC’s iPlayer service. Me, I had

to rummy modern watch it on YouTube, which I’d recommend doing so sooner than later. Charlie Brooker’s Gameswipe [BBC]

Comments (3)

GameAddict5981

The variety of games is excellent, including table games like blackjack, roulette, and baccarat, in addition to slots. This keeps the platform interesting and allows me to switch games depending on my mood. The payout process is generally smooth and reliable, though occasionally it takes longer than expected. Overall, I feel confident that my winnings are safe and will be credited properly.

HighRoller4642

I really enjoy playing the slot games here. The variety is amazing, from classic reels to modern video slots with interactive bonus rounds. Every spin feels like an adventure, and the graphics and sound effects are top-notch, making the experience immersive and exciting. The progressive jackpots are thrilling, and it's exciting to watch the jackpot amounts grow as more players spin the reels. I hope they add even more jackpot slots because it adds a lot of excitement to the gameplay.

ReelFanatic1660

The promotions and bonuses offered are very generous. I especially love the daily free spins and deposit bonuses. They make playing even more enjoyable and increase my chances of winning big. The platform keeps me engaged for hours every day. I appreciate the themed slot games, especially those based on movies and TV shows. They make the gaming experience more engaging and immersive. The combination of storyline, visuals, and bonus features makes each game feel unique.

Alliance & Friend Links

BBC Airs Charlie Brooker's Gameswipe And It Is Good

Comments (3)

Recommended Reading

The Folks Behind Crummy Ports And Crappy Concerts Are Gulped Up

Catalyst DSi Slim Cover Review_ Worst Analogy Ever

Pure Devs Want To Revive _Dying_ Racing Genre

Alliance & Friend Links