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The Treatment of Women in Gaming

If there’s one stereotypical quality any non-gamer would assume of the gaming community in general, it’s misogyny. While this stereotype obviously isn’t true of all gamers, or even most gamers, we would be doing a disservice to assume this isn’t…

Emily LandMarch 5, 2021

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Digital and Physical Games: Which is Right for You?

In 2010, Scott Pilgrim vs the World: The Game released and praised as a great homage to arcade brawlers. In 2014, P.T. released and was praised as one of the scariest video game experiences ever. What do these two games…

Cooper MarshallFebruary 16, 2021

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Why Preference is Great in Games

and why single-player games shouldn't be counted out -- even in the realm of esports. The greatest thing about video games to me is that there is something for everyone, especially considering the effort developers are making towards accessibility. This…

Matthew HurtFebruary 12, 2021

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Letter from the Editor: The Endless Worlds Ahead

I found myself in the role of News & Media Director. I was newly minted in a position with only a few folks guiding me and no one else writing for the site. I had zero idea what to expect,…

Derek SnowDecember 17, 2020

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Sooner Esports Gift Guide 2020

what non-game they wanted for gifts this December. 2020 has been a wild ride, and its last stop is the holiday season. If you're looking to get gifts for gamers this year, keep reading to see ways to improve their…

Michela ThompsonDecember 14, 2020

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The Game Awards and Sandwiches: A Discussion of Narrative in Ghosts of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part II

As this year comes to a close, the holiday season is upon us. Gamers gather this time each year to discuss which games were the best. This culminates in The Game Awards, essentially the Oscars of gaming. Each year, many…

Silas BalesDecember 9, 2020

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PC is the Place to Play

Playing video games has often been portrayed in a manner that is separated. Players have several consoles to choose from, as well as the option to play on devices like phones and tablets. This is great in one way: it…

Matthew HurtNovember 10, 2020

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Scalping and the new RTX Cards

For me, "scalping" is a term that draws a picture of fantasy violence of those who would raid other countries and towns for conquest that one would read about in a medieval fantasy novel. This idea of taking the hard-earned…

Matthew HurtOctober 9, 2020

Author's Opinions Reviews Video Game Reviews

Walking Dead Retrospective (S1 – S3)

The shocking and heartbreaking end to Telltale Games' left fans of the studio and their titular title series distraught of its future. Fortunately, The Walking Dead would get to finish its final season and even release a definitive edition last…

Colby DealSeptember 30, 2020

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What Guild Esports Listing on the London Stock Exchange Means for Esports

Growth is happening an explosive pace for the industry, due to the content being free to access online via YouTube or Twitch and its inherent accessibility. Anybody at any age can get involved in these games if they have a…

Michela ThompsonSeptember 23, 2020

Author's Opinions Event Coverage Spotlights

Virtual Events By Gamers For Everyone – Gamerjibe Esports Career Fest

WHEN: May 18, 2020 - May 22, 2020 TIME: Look at the link below for daily agenda/schedule WHERE: www.gamerjibe.com HOW DO I SIGN UP? Sign up through the LinkedIn event page below. (LINK BELOW) WHO IS IT FOR? All gamers…

Mike "Moog" AguilarMay 4, 2020

Author's Opinions Notes from Leadership

Brighter than the Sun

Content Warning: Sexual abuse, depression, anxiety Please read at your own discretion whether it be about a class project, being within an unfamiliar environment, or even simply going to the grocery store. How do we overcome our anxieties…

Bailey BrownNovember 14, 2019

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Growing Up Gaming

Some think that since it’s a stationary activity, it may cause weight gain. Some even believe in the false connections of gaming to violence. But what about the positive experiences, and what is it like to grow up gaming? This…

Bailey BrownOctober 31, 2019

Author's Opinions Reviews Video Game Reviews

What the Golf? Review

WHAT THE GOLF is an easy way to pass some time. When I first launched the game, I expected, well... I didn't know what to expect. Triband, the small development team based out of Copenhagen, brands the game as 'the…

Bailey BrownOctober 28, 2019

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The Awesomeness of Empowering Students

For the past three years, I've dreamt, ate, worked, slept, etc esports development at The University of Oklahoma. Before I met the first student that would be involved in helping, I told myself that I wanted to create an opportunity…

Mike "Moog" AguilarOctober 22, 2019

Author's Opinions Notes from Leadership

Shoutcasting: The Underestimated Performance Art

Even the general gaming community doesn’t really know what it is. So who are they, and why do they matter so much to our community? This article is a part of the Notes from Leadership series, a collection of articles…

Bailey BrownOctober 9, 2019

Author's Opinions Notes from Leadership

What Makes Games Great?

graphics and physics engines have grown incredibly powerful, and some new games are outright breathtaking. But what makes games truly great? This article is a part of the Notes from Leadership series, a collection of articles from leaders of the…

Bailey BrownOctober 3, 2019

Author's Opinions Notes from Leadership

Gaming as Community Service: A Force for Good

This article is a part of the Notes from Leadership series, a collection of articles from leaders of the OU Esports Club releasing throughout the fall 2019 semester. We’ve all heard the stereotypes. Gamers are lazy shut-ins with poor social…

Bailey BrownSeptember 25, 2019

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Summer 2019 Recap!

Hello Sooner Nation! It's been a minute since we've updated everyone on our status, what we're doing, and what we've done. So let's get caught up with reviewing our summer intercession before the new year formally begins next week. Let's…

Mike "Moog" AguilarAugust 14, 2019

The Treatment of Women in Gaming

Digital and Physical Games: Which is Right for You?

Why Preference is Great in Games

Letter from the Editor: The Endless Worlds Ahead

Sooner Esports Gift Guide 2020

The Game Awards and Sandwiches: A Discussion of Narrative in Ghosts of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part II

PC is the Place to Play

Scalping and the new RTX Cards

Walking Dead Retrospective (S1 – S3)

What Guild Esports Listing on the London Stock Exchange Means for Esports

Virtual Events By Gamers For Everyone – Gamerjibe Esports Career Fest

Brighter than the Sun

Growing Up Gaming

What the Golf? Review

The Awesomeness of Empowering Students

Shoutcasting: The Underestimated Performance Art

What Makes Games Great?

Gaming as Community Service: A Force for Good

Summer 2019 Recap!

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