What kind of adult plays video games? As it turns out, a large majority of adults nowadays! This week, we're tackling the topic of gaming in adult life, and the stigma that still surrounds the hobby in 2026. We also react to a couple of very different articles on the matter, and our listeners weigh in with their opinions. Contrary to some prevailing stereotypes, it would seem that we all have a healthy approach to gaming!

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Efforts to revive NBA 2K15, NBA 2K16, and NBA 2K17 with community-maintained servers hit a snag following a DMCA takedown, but one thing's for sure: people are interested in revisiting old favourites, in large part due to dissatisfaction with NBA 2K27 and other recent releases. This week, we join the community in reacting to those server revival projects, and the Save The Game movement that's gaining traction.

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The big patch for NBA 2K27 is out ahead of the launch of Season 2, and so far, many gamers are dissatisfied with the update. This week, we join the community in reacting to Patch 2.0 for NBA 2K27 with some hands-on impressions, as well as thoughts on the lack of goodwill that's come with ruining MyPLAYER builds. We also discuss the drawbacks of heavily relying on patching games post-release, and on a brighter note, a fun game in our NBA 2K9 Association.

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