The guys have praised Tom Bissell’s “Extra Lives” in past episodes both for his insightful critique of gaming narratives and his witty, poignant writing. This week, Bissell joins Kaz and Justin to talk about how games like Far Cry 2 and Grand Theft Auto IV suggest that something is going on in the medium, and why what we play truly matters.
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This podcast is a celebration of the social aspects of gaming. We were “smash brothers” long before we became the ‘Pack, and we continue to game with each other on a regular basis. If you look beyond all of the media sensationalism and message board wankery, you’ll discover that video games can help form bonds that will last forever. We’re living proof of that – we’re not jaded journalists (not yet, at least), we’re not tournament players and we’re certainly not fanboys. We’re just folks who love to play and discuss games with each other, and we hope to extend this friendship to our listeners with every installment. 
