Being a WoW Game Master broke me. Heres the whole story. Saltbuff 2024-12-22 | Everything you've ever wanted to know about World of Warcraft's GMs including their internal tools, flags, and even Blizzard's company policies. Get ready to learn about their hiring / interview process, training, work environment, and so much more. If you've ever wondered what it was like to work for Blizzard Entertainment as a Game Master, this video has you covered. Happy holidays, and feel free to ask any questions about the job in the comments. Welcome to a new episode of Blizzard is Not Your Friend! ☃️Chapters00:00 - Who Were the WoW Game Masters?02:23 - Holiday Song (Mr. "Grinch") 03:18 - Part I: The Game Master Interview06:53 - Part II: Onboarding & Getting Your Robes09:22 - Part III: What was the job like?13:32 - Part IV: Game Master Policies - Chat Violations19:31 - Part V: GM Tools, Flags, and Mechanics 10132:21 - Part VI: Blizzard Lays Off the Game Masters36:18 - Part VII: How I Got Fired41:05 - Part VIII: Does Blizzard Even Care About Gold Sellers?43:51 - Mario ... What are you doing here?!45:37 - 2025 And BeyondSeries Episodes Is Blizzard Actually Evil? - youtube.com/watch?v=S7rY1nwpbSw&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=2The $1000 WoW Mount is Coming - youtube.com/watch?v=rdWen6LYD80&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=1Blizzard's EULA is a Trap - youtube.com/watch?v=iF66TNjOD-cSourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#WorldofWarcraft #BlizzardGames #Gaming
Eighteen months later all Ive got from Lost in Cult is excuses. Saltbuff 2025-06-12 | If you feel frustrated by Lost in Cult's endless excuses and "shipping delays" you're not alone. After ordering a year and a half ago, the company stopped replying to me when I emailed them asking for a refund. So I called my bank and filed a chargeback. Only *afterwards* did they decide they wanted to talk—great customer service, right? If that wasn't bad enough, Lost in Cult's most recent financial records on Companies House suggest that they're not doing too well. I wouldn't call it a scam, but I think there's ample evidence that Lost in Cult is in more trouble than they're letting on. Let's talk about it. Video Chapters00:00 - Lost in Cult makes great books, but...01:06 - My horrible experience with Lost in Cult04:59 - What's up with their finances? 06:52 - Excuses for sale (Production Updates & Pre-Orders)Sourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#LostinCult #GamingBooks #Gaming
The Nintendo Switch 2 looks hype, but its not for me. Saltbuff 2025-06-03 | I'm convinced that the Nintendo Switch 2 is the greediest video game console ever made. Let's talk about why, and bonus: I share a story about Twilight. Chapters00:00 - Here Comes the Nintendo Switch 201:39 - How I Judge Things (Very Scientific) 03:34 - Pay to Meet Your Switch05:03 - "Key Cartridges" Are The Worst07:42 - Buy Your Games Again Sourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#NintendoSwitch #Nintendo #Gaming
Both RuneScape and the Gower Bros deserved better. Saltbuff 2025-05-28 | The Gower brothers made a tragic decision that changed RuneScape and Jagex forever. Let's talk about what it was and why they did it. 🔎RSC and Old School introduced MMORPGs to a generation of gamers—but what happened to the company behind them? Why did they flood their game with cosmetics and microtransactions? It's clear that, in 2025, Jagex is Not Your Friend. 📜 Giveaway Rules docs.google.com/document/d/1VmTeNNT8EgtVu-RZ2T6_flpzfGd-8pLaXViq-ola0Wk/edit?usp=sharing*This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, YouTube or Jagex. By entering, participants agree to release YouTube and Jagex from any liability related to this giveaway.Edit: The giveaway has concluded. Thank you to all for participating! 🥎 Sourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#RuneScape #Jagex #OSRS
Blizzard Changed Their Minds on WoW Classic — But Why? Saltbuff 2025-04-27 | For years Blizzard said that vanilla servers were a bad idea for World of Warcraft—so what changed? Was it really just about the money, or is it possible that something else forced their hand? Today we're looking back on the early private servers, the fallout from Nostalrius, and the history of Blizzard Entertainment's many (many) rejects of vanilla servers for WoW. "How easily the mind can be turned to hate from a place of fear ... instead of focusing on the things that unite us, we focus on what divides us." —ThrallSourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#WoWClassic #BlizzardEntertainment #Gaming
Basic online co-op shouldnt be this hard in 2025. Saltbuff 2025-03-16 | Monster Hunter Wilds and Elden Ring are great games with one big problem. Can Capcom and From Software learn from their mistakes, or are they doomed to repeat the past? Let's check it out! Chapters00:00 - How did this happen AGAIN?01:36 - An Elden Ring Intro of All Time03:15 - Monster Hunter Wilds Does Online Really (Really) Badly! 06:54 - Elden Ring's Online Play is Just as Bad09:48 - Games With Great Online Co-Op12:10 - Why Won't Capcom and FromSoftware Change? Sources docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#MonsterHunterWilds #MonsterHunter #EldenRing
The Strange Pattern Behind Nintendos Announcements Saltbuff 2025-02-11 | Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and brokers. Go to my sponsor aura.com/nyf to get a 14-day free trial and see if any of your data has been exposed. Nintendo has a habit of announcing trailers and games right after big controversies. But is it a series of coincidences, or is part of a bigger PR strategy? In today's episode we're looking at eight times when fans and the gaming media turned their attention to the company and what happened next. We talk about Etika, Octoboy, and the "interesting" timing when they revealed new Smash Bros characters right after shutting down big tournaments. Check out Jim's Music Dungeon if you're into music covers, reviews, and other gaming videos. Thank you for being a part of today's episode! @JimsMusicDungeon Chapters00:00 - Why does Nintendo announce things after controversies?05:27 - Nintendo Makes Uranium Pokemon GO Away09:12 - Nintendo Takes the WiiU and 3DS eShops Down11:55 - Nintendo Targets Octoboy13:39 - Conveniently Announcing Smash Bros Characters16:34 - Nintendo Shuts Down Etikon's Charity Controllers21:37 - Nintendo and The Pokemon Company Sue Palworld (Media Blitz)More on Nintendo Nintendo's Fight Against Smash is a PR Nightmare: youtube.com/watch?v=K3JWMK2K50c&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=3Nintendo's Battle on Fan Games: youtube.com/watch?v=OSwhDrdrslI&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=5Nintendo is Deleting Gaming History: youtube.com/watch?v=ZgTSPXCVTy8&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=4Sourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#VideoGames #Nintendo #Gaming
Answering Chats Biggest Questions About WoW’s Game Masters Saltbuff 2025-01-12 | Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and brokers. Go to my sponsor aura.com/nyf to get a 14-day free trial and see if any of your data has been exposed. My partner Aura just launched their new "Are you smarter than a scammer?" quiz. Take the quiz and see if you’re as savvy as you think: bit.ly/aurastsInsider knowledge about World of Warcraft's Game Masters from a former GM. Answering your questions about the policies and tools that went into the work supporting one of Blizzard Entertainment's greatest games. Zug zug! Likewise, feel free to leave any other questions you may have about WoW's GMs in the comments and I'll be happy to share if I know the answer! Thank you for checking out the video! How to report a friend's account as compromised (Battlenet)us.battle.net/support/en/article/12060Chapters00:00 - 10 Years as a WoW Game Master02:59 - How did players learn to skip the ticket queue?04:42 - Could players become bounty hunters for bots? 06:04 - Are GMs actually doing anything with bug reports?07:54 - Do Game Masters get insider previews for WoW?09:08 - Could you befriend players on your personal account?10:48 - Did you ever disagree with your manager about tickets?12:35 - Was it okay to roleplay as not liking gnomes?14:44 - Could GMs reply on the Battlenet forums?15:33 - Were there GMs outside of Austin or spoke other languages?16:39 - What was the most stressful ticket you ever had?21:40 - Did you ever use the GM Interrogation Room?23:24 - What did Tier 2 Game Masters do that T1s didn't?25:02 - Did Game Masters use the normal WoW client?25:48 - Could you "possess" players in-game?27:02 - Did you ever ban someone for going to GM island?29:23 - What was the biggest mistake you ever made as a GM?More on Blizzard! All About WoW's Game Masters - youtube.com/watch?v=tVJqcFCIzlw&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=2Is Blizzard Actually Evil? - youtube.com/watch?v=S7rY1nwpbSw&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=2Blizzard's EULA is a Trap - youtube.com/watch?v=iF66TNjOD-cThe $1000 WoW Mount is Coming - youtube.com/watch?v=rdWen6LYD80&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=1Sourcesdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1D6x21wEiorsrHaxh9bQSsdJXqcZ1pJkZMRlNLNwJgHo/edit?usp=sharing#BlizzardGames #WorldofWarcraft #GamingIndustry
I read Blizzards User Agreement so you dont have to. (Spoiler: its bad.) Saltbuff 2024-11-24 | Blizzard's user agreement has been controversial for how it handles fan content, game ownership, and user data on their platform. But what's really in it? Is it possible that there's evil lurking beneath the surface? Today we're ranking the top 15 most evil, anti-consumer clauses inside of Blizzard's EULA. We touch on how these terms impact their users as well as how they compare to other legal agreements in the gaming industry. From forced arbitration to non-ownership of our favorite games; there's so much that gamers need to be aware of in order to understand what their rights are when it comes to these prickly agreements. Grab a beverage and welcome to another episode of Blizzard is Not Your Friend! #BlizzardEntertainment #Gaming #ConsumerRights▶ Series Episodes ▶"Is Blizzard Really Evil?" - youtube.com/watch?v=S7rY1nwpbSw&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=2"The $1000 WoW Mount is Coming" - youtube.com/watch?v=rdWen6LYD80&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBesyn11XfuIsLQAgQXKVuPx&index=1▶ Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing
Blizzard Just Released a WoW Mount for $90. Yuuuup. Saltbuff 2024-11-10 | The World of Warcraft is changing. Blizzard Entertainment is changing. Are our wallets prepared? WoW's newest mount–the Trader's Guilded Brutosaur–is on sale for $90. With more of their games embracing paid cosmetics, how long will it be before they're selling mounts for $1000? Let's look back on the history of Blizzard's paid mounts, talk about the impact they've had on the game, and try to imagine what the future of vanity cosmetics will look like. Shoutouts to BrockoleeBear and Sclapp_ for voicing memes in today's episode–please go show their channels some love, leave them a kind comment, etc., it would make their day!💙 @BrockoleeBearYT💙 @SCLAPP_ Edit: The giveaway has concluded--thank you to everyone that participated! I hope you enjoy the presents and prizes, and happy holidays!🎄Disclaimer: This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with, YouTube. By entering, participants agree to release YouTube from any liability related to this giveaway. No purchase is necessary.#WorldofWarcraft #WoWClassic #BlizzardEntertainment Episode Chapters00:00 - These Prices Are *Scary*01:14 - Check Out My Ride (It's a Skeletal Warhorse)06:05 - How Did We Get Here? (Paid Cosmetics in WoW)10:52 - Death, Taxes, and Monetization15:41 - How Much is Too Much?19:21 - The $1000 WoW Mount is Coming21:29 - Giveaway Time! Sources & Musicdocs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharingHeart of the Beast by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100209Artist: http://incompetech.com
My Complicated Feelings About Nintendo Switch Online Saltbuff 2024-10-06 | Nintendo's pulled in more than 40 million subscribers with their subscription service, but is it actually worth our money? Let's break down the five "perks" behind NSO; everything from its online play and retro video games to Nintendo's mobile app. If you've ever lagged while playing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon, or Super Smash Bros Ultimate online then this episode is for you! Nintendo’s paid online service faces real competition in PlayStation Plus as well as Microsoft Game Pass / Xbox Live – let's figure out if this Nintendo subscription service is worth our money, or if it's just a mediocre experience (and additional fee) for its 40 million subscribers. I'd also love to give a special shoutout to my friends Andrew and Blake from the Lock Stock and Two Smoking Controllers Podcast! Listen to their series on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/0jXvL2r7mYrUzvfMvgHq1T▶ More Mustache-Filled Videos! ▶Nintendo's War on Smash is a PR Nightmare: youtube.com/watch?v=K3JWMK2K50c&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=3Nintendo is Deleting Gaming History: youtube.com/watch?v=ZgTSPXCVTy8&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=4Nintendo's War on Fan Games: youtube.com/watch?v=OSwhDrdrslI&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=5Nintendo's Monetization Tactics Aimed at Kids: youtube.com/watch?v=2ws470DCcU8&list=PLtj9UwJHKIBdtIaE5qnWMAuWntr8KZ6V1&index=6▶ Chapters ▶00:00 - Is Nintendo Switch Online a good deal?01:02 - Anime + Karaoke Intro!01:51 - What is Nintendo Switch Online? 02:10 - The Online Play is Not Good05:35 - The Retro Games They Let You Play (for now)07:39 - Cloud Saves that Cost You Money10:04 - Introducing the Not Your Friend Patreon ♡11:08 - The Most Useless Phone App You're Ever Gonna See13:37 - Special Offers to Sell You More Stuff15:41 - The Lie We Tell Ourselves▶ Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing#Nintendo #NintendoSwitch #Switch
The Nintendo Game that WAS My Teenage Years Saltbuff 2024-09-08 | Competitive gaming communities like Smash Bros, Project M, and Project Plus rally around their games with incredible passion. So why does Nintendo insist on coming down on them? Is it possible that the company's efforts are actually hurting them in the long run? Let's talk about it!Today we're discussing four legendary video game tournaments that forever defined Nintendo's relationship with these fans and players. We also down how Nintendo's legal attacks on mods like Slippi and fan-made games like PM and P+ sparked a movement that continues to grow to this day. This is so much wonderful passion to celebrate in this part of the gaming world, so whether you're already a fan of fighting game tournaments or this is your first time hearing about competitive Smash Bros., kick back and join us for a new episode of Nintendo is Not Your Friend!👋Likewise, have you ever played in a Smash Bros tournament or attended an event? Let me know in the comments and we'll geek out together! 💛#Nintendo #SSBM #Gaming ▶ Links Mentioned in the Episode ▶Stop Killing Games - stopkillinggames.comProject Slippi (Online Melee) - slippi.ggProject Plus (Project M Successor) - projectplusgame.comFind Your Smash Scene - smashboards.com/forums/regional-zones.89 ▶ Chapters ▶00:00 - Has a video game ever introduced you to a new friend? 03:03 - Ross Scott, Accursed Farms, and StopKillingGames03:43 - The Hype of Fighting Game Tournaments06:11 - Mightykeef Knows Melee Fans Too Well06:53 - What is the Evolution Evolution Championship Series?07:29 - Will Smash Bros Pros Raise Their Kids to Play Melee?08:40 - Nintendo Tries to Cancel Melee at EVO 201310:31 - Nintendo Faces a Global PR Nightmare11:45 - Project M Takes Off (Vigilante & Sabre)12:51 - What Does Project M Mean to You?14:14 - PM United Smash Melee & Brawl (Apex 2014) 16:13 - The Smash Scene Makes a Deal With Nintendo17:35 - My Teenage Years Playing Smash Melee (Zelgadis Story)23:03 - Slippi, Dolphin, and Fizzi the Goat26:04 - The Big House 2020 Gets Cancelled (The Big House Online)27:21 - Hungrybox Calls for Community Support28:33 - Ludwig Announces a Charity Tournament (LACS3)30:31 - Allegations of Misconduct in the Smash Scene32:28 - What is Project Plus? 33:25 - Riptide 2021 & Undertow34:07 - What is a "Shadow Major"?36:41 - Smash Bros Copypasta (Mang0 in Jail, Check Twitter)38:22 - Smash World Tour & Nintendo Tournament Licensing41:32 - The Uncertain Future of Competitive Smash43:47 - As Long As Melee Lives ... (Community Montage)47:05 - Remembering Michael David Blair48:54 - Not Your Friend Community Posts53:07 - Next Time: Nintendo Switch Online▶ Tournaments / Esports Events Discussed ▶EVO 2013 (Evolution Championship Series)Riptide & Undertow 2018The Big House Online (The Big House 2020)Ludwig Ahgren Championship Series 3 (LACS3)5 Days of Melee 2020Smash World Tour 2022▶ More Videos You'll Like ▶Nintendo on Video Game History: youtu.be/ZgTSPXCVTy8Nintendo's Joy-Con Controllers: youtube.com/watch?v=A3B2wchyYIcNintendo DMCA'ing Fan Games: youtube.com/watch?v=OSwhDrdrslI▶ Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing▶ Music Attribution ▶Hep Cats by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500022Artist: http://incompetech.comLocal Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012Artist: http://incompetech.com
Nintendos Stance on Games Preservation Sure is Interesting ... Saltbuff 2024-08-18 | Nintendo has fought against video game preservation for years–often choosing to delete games and communities instead of saving them. Let’s consider four of these moments: the shut down of Super Mario Maker 1, the deletion of the Miiverse, the removal of Nintendo Power Magazine from the Internet Archive, and how they put an end to projects like AM2R and Marcus Lindblom’s book on EarthBound and its translation. Groups like the Video Game History Foundation and Game Preservation Society are working hard to protect gaming history. With the debate on emulation and roms raging on (with groups like Vimm's Lair and Emuparadise being targeted), what should fans do when other options to play classic games aren't available? As we consider this topic ask yourself the question: what would you be willing to do to play your favorite game again if it wasn’t readily available for purchase? Learn how other fans and communities have responded on today’s episode of Nintendo is Not Your Friend! 👋#Nintendo #Gaming #RetroGaming ▶ More Videos You'll Like ▶Nintendo Tried to Erase 1,000 Fan Games: youtube.com/watch?v=OSwhDrdrslIHow Nintendo's Mobile Games Get Kids Addicted: youtube.com/watch?v=2ws470DCcU8Nintendo's Tricks to Sell You Games at Full Price: youtube.com/watch?v=NwE2f48UgKoNintendo's Joy-Con Controllers Aged Like Milk: youtube.com/watch?v=A3B2wchyYIcThe Real Reason Nintendo Turned Off Reviews: youtube.com/watch?v=RxJd0XVA6qo▶ Chapters ▶00:00 - What would you do if your favorite game disappeared? 02:05 - What is "Video Game Preservation"?04:23 - Super Mario Maker 1 Goes Offline06:17 - The Gateway to Mario Romhacks12:45 - Why did Nintnedo shut down the Miiverse? 13:57 - Savage Miiverse Posts10:41 - Nintendo Power Magazine is Pure Gaming Nostalgia!16:57 - Did You Know: Nintendo Sued Blockbuster17:44 - Nintendo Power Magazine Archive Removed from Internet Archive19:34 - The Internet Archive is a Friend to Consumers22:36 - Emulators and Roms (Vimm's Lair & Emuparadise)24:25 - The Importance of the 3DS and WiiU eShop26:32 - Remembering the Gamecube and its Amazing Games30:14 - Another Metroid 2 Remake (AM2R)32:16 - Metroid Returns on the 3DS33:25 - EarthBound & Marcus Lindblom's Book37:01 - Mother 3 is *Still* Unavailable in the West38:20 - Who Wins by Deleting Gaming History?40:55 - Nintendo is Not Your Friend Community Highlights▶ Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing▶ Support These Creators ▶Video Game History Foundation: gamehistory.orgGame Preservation Society: gamepres.org/enInternet Archive: archive.orgMoon Channel (Legal Insights re: Nintendo) youtube.com/@moon-channelApacalpa's Channel (Tech Repair Videos) youtube.com/@apacalpa▶ Music Attribution ▶Hep Cats by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500022Artist: http://incompetech.com
Nintendo Tried to Erase 1,000 Fan Games: Why It Backfired Saltbuff 2024-08-04 | Nintendo is notorious for sending out DMCA takedown notices to platforms like YouTube and web hosts. But what happens next? Can fan games and hacks survive or even thrive despite claims of copyright infringement? Let's talk about it! We’re checking out four incredible fan games: Super Mario Bros. X, The Legend of Zelda: The Missing Link, PokeMMO, and Project M. It’s clear these developers have put an incredible amount of passion into these games and mods; let’s celebrate them! Learn how Nintendo's legal actions affect fan communities and compare their approach to other companies like SEGA and Valve. Join the discussion on why fan games should coexist with official ones and how Nintendo can improve its relationship with dedicated fans. Welcome to Episode 5 of Nintendo is Not Your Friend! 👋#Nintendo #NintendoHistory #Gaming▶ More Videos You'll Like ▶How Nintendo's Mobile Games Get Kids Addicted: youtube.com/watch?v=2ws470DCcU8Nintendo's Tricks to Sell You Games at Full Price: youtube.com/watch?v=NwE2f48UgKoNintendo's Joy-Con Controllers Aged Like Milk: youtube.com/watch?v=A3B2wchyYIcThe Real Reason Nintendo Turned Off Reviews: youtube.com/watch?v=RxJd0XVA6qo▶ Chapters ▶00:00 - What happens to fan games after a DMCA?01:35 - What is a DMCA takedown?03:42 - Super Mario Bros. X (SMBX)08:21 - How SEGA Handles Copyright Infringement10:41 - The Legend of Zelda: The Missing Link13:27 - PokeMMO is the Pokemon MMORPG of your Dreams16:51 - Project M is an Amazing Successor to Smash Melee20:04 - Why can't fan games coexist with official ones?23:07 - Nintendo's Fan Content Policy is Vague▶ Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing▶ Music Attribution ▶Hep Cats by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1500022Artist: http://incompetech.com
Nintendos Phone Games Are Getting Kids Addicted Saltbuff 2024-07-23 | Nintendo's mobile games pressure children to spend real money early and often. With gambling addiction on the rise, now is the time for parents to understand what aggressive monetization entails and how to protect their kids. This issue is so much bigger than loot boxes and microtransactions–many of these tactics have been developed with gaming psychology in mind to form long-term habits. It's clear that Nintendo could be doing better to protect their young gamers, but the question is: will they?#nintendo #gaming #mobilegames▶ Episode Chapters 00:00 - Opening00:18 - Mario Mac n' Cheese02:00 - "Playing" Mario Run (Pressuring Kids to Spend NOW)04:05 - Psychological Tricks (Asmongold)05:26 - Daily Login Bonuses06:36 - Can't Stop Watching The Bachelor07:19 - China to Ban Lootboxes / Daily Login Bonuses08:06 - The Gambling Problem09:50 - Nintendo Gets Sued (by a literal child)10:55 - The Root of the Problem12:28 - How can parents protect gamer kids?13:04 - Outro / Next Time on...▶ Sources ▶ docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing
Dear Nintendo: Please Give Us *Sales* Saltbuff 2024-07-10 | Nintendo is notorious for rarely putting their Switch games on heavy sales, but today we're looking at three tactics they use to get their fans to purchase at full price. The Nintendo Switch eShop has great games on it -- so let's talk about why it's so tough for gamers to find good discounts and sales for them. It's going to be a fun one! 👋▶ Episode Chapters 00:00 - The Ugly Truth (Intro)01:02 - Manipulating the Narrative02:11 - The Illusion of Immediacy04:34 - Premium Priced Re-Releases06:31 - Outro & Next Time!▶ Sources Cited ▶ docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing
Nintendos Joy-Con Controllers are a Legendary Failure Saltbuff 2024-07-03 | Nintendo's Joy-Con Controllers have been controversial before they even touched store shelves; is it possible that they're still drifting seven years after release? Today we're talking about the hardware issues Nintendo fans have encountered, the types of fixes that are available, and the company's response to the controversy. It's going to be a fun one, so get your popcorn and kick back! 👋▶ News Articles / Sources ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing▶ Music Attribution ▶Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-... Artist: http://incompetech.com
Why Doesnt the Nintendo Switch eShop Have Reviews? Saltbuff 2024-06-26 | For the first episode of "Nintendo is Not Your Friend" we're diving into the Switch's short-lived review system. We discuss the negative impact it has had on consumers, why written reviews are so important for purchasing decisions, and why Nintendo turned the system off. If you enjoy this video, please consider leaving a comment or subscribing for weekly installments. Thank you for the time, and looking forward to connecting soon! 👋▶ *Sources* ▶docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1onrL3SM7_CMly6fkcf-EK7c46zI3nz1oSQbZl6KXBO4/edit?usp=sharing▶ *Music Attribution* ▶Local Elevator by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1300012 Artist: http://incompetech.com
