Comments on: Cary’s Best Video Games of 2008 Awards Show!

By: mbeers

mbeers — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:15:39 +0000

LOL. Gamerdad. Its unfortunate that some kids (or immature adults) do think they are “musicians” after playing through the game or series of games (like GH).

Cary I know its a game, if that was directed at my comment. I just worry sometimes since games are becoming so prevalent in society that people are taking those kinds of ideas as serious. Also, thanks for your in-depth critique and picks for the year. I’ll have to come back to read the rest, I have the attention span of a (fill in the blank).

By: GamerDad

GamerDad — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:19:31 +0000

@Heckuh

Yep, that’s why I publish Cary’s work unedited. I’m lazy and I like the voice he adds to the site.

By: GamerDad

GamerDad — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:17:41 +0000

mbeers… that’s an odd way of looking at it. Most videogames simulate something the the game owner probably can’t do. It’s simulated and simplified. Much like your average driving game or flight game. All games can be made more realistic, but Miyamoto was making a toy with Wii Music and in the context of that game – there is no wrong way to play music. It’s simple and childish but Miyamoto made it to fascinate people who’ve never played music and for that it’s a pretty good game.

Of course if I meet anyone who claims he can play the guitar after spending time with Rock Band … I’ll just hand him my acoustic guitar and plug my ears.

By: Cary Woodham

Cary Woodham — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:02:57 +0000

Take a deep breath. Relax. It’s just a game. –Cary

By: mbeers

mbeers — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:53:00 +0000

“…As the in-game conductor/host says, there’s no right or wrong way to play music. ..” Try to tell your friends that when you pick up an instrument like a violin and make those great “screeching” noises every amateur violinist makes when they start out. Or go ahead and play all those flats and sharps in any way you like and see if you still think there’s no right or wrong. I’m so tired of this dumbing down of everything so no one has to admit they aren’t skilled that way.

By: Cary Woodham

Cary Woodham — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:15:07 +0000

I may not have kids, but I have six little brothers who are considerably younger than me, so I had a large part in helping to raise them. So I know a lot about kids, too. –Cary

By: heckuh

heckuh — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:06:44 +0000

My only request is, can you turn these into 2-3 articles? Much more on point for the message board, much more reading for us, and I won’t get lost halfway through! Just a thought

By: heckuh

heckuh — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:05:39 +0000

Yknow Cary, I hate to say it but your enthusiasm really bugged me before. I kept thinking “Why does GD have this guy? He isn’t a parent!

I get it now. You’re a childless grownup who actually remembers what 12 feels like. A kid at heart. That makes you awesome and I can’t wait to read more of your work.

By: gamermom

gamermom — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:51:38 +0000

you are welcome Cary!! I didn’t think I would like Mario Kart as much as I do but… when you try again when Henry is a little older, things are easier. I have been able to get to 5th place sometimes but usually on an easier course. I like Toad because of what he(she) says when you pick them and its cute! There is no helping in Mario Kart though… Not so sure about the fishing but will take a look. Have a good 2009 =)

By: Cary Woodham

Cary Woodham — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:55:55 +0000

Well thank you for the kind words, DormOnkey. Well, except maybe for the bit about the Elvis suit. I’m not sure what to think about…THAT!

And there’s nothing wrong with Huckuh’s choices either. My little brothers are now mature teens and can enjoy games like those. I don’t, but they do.

And also thanks for the kind words, gamermom. Toad is my favorite. Did you know that one time, I applied for a job at Nintendo and one of the questions on the application was “Who is your favorite Nintendo character and why?” I said “Toad, because he’s always helpful” (In the Mario games, he’s always helping out Mario & Luigi).

Wow, Henry thinks I’m cool and he’s never even met me! Well I know you’ve got a couple of cool kids, too! Here’s a new game review for you to read. It’s a fishing game. Maybe when the weather gets warmer, GamerDad can take your kids fishing sometime if he hasn’t already!

http://www.gamingwithchildren.com/2009-01-06/game-review-fishing-master-world-tour-wii/