It's National Video Game Day, and on THWACK, we're firing up the nostalgia. Whether you're a weekend button-masher or a leaderboard legend, today’s all about celebrating the games (and gamers) that shaped our lives.
New Episode: Movies & Mainframes – Ready Player One
To mark the occasion, we’ve dropped a brand-new episode of Movies & Mainframes, featuring Ready Player One. The ultimate mashup of retro gaming, virtual reality, and pop culture references stacked higher than a tower of Tetris blocks.
In the episode blog, our host, @andy.garibay shares a personal reflection on a life spent gaming. Here’s a snippet:
“..but when I think about video games, I think about all the times I spent with my friends. The real conversations that would happen during load times or player selection screens. We would let our guard down and share what was actually going on in our lives, and then we would get right back to sh** talking.”
@andy.garibay
Not New, Still Gold: TechPod Ep. 98 – Community and Collaboration Lessons from Gaming
While it’s not a fresh release,TechPod Episode 98 remains one of our favorites. It explores how the skills honed in multiplayer matches (collaboration, strategy, and communication), carry over into real-world IT. If you haven’t given it a listen yet, now’s a great time to catch up.
A Throwback with Bite: Movies & Mainframes – Gamer (2009)
We’re also resurfacing an older episode on Gamer (2009). It’s gritty, weird, and a reminder of how far we’ve come in gaming (and graphics). Worth a revisit if you’re in the mood for something intense.
On Social: Chrystal’s Setup Reveal
We’re heading into Chrystal’s battlestation over on social, where she’s showing off her lightning-fast gaming rig. If you’re looking for inspiration, or just like seeing a good setup in action, don’t miss it.
Poll Time: What Console Do You Rep?
Help us settle a THWACK debate. We’ll use your answers to help shape future mission prizes. Consider it research… with benefits.
Also, while you’re here, tell us your all-time favorite video game. Whether it's a cartridge-era classic, a modern open-world saga, or that one game that made you rage-quit three times before breakfast—we want to hear about it.
