~ The TVCH and The Game ~

The ClubHouse: The Game II - Discussions: Game II Discussions: ~ The TVCH and The Game ~

Noslonna

Sunday, February 11, 2001 - 11:03 am Click here to edit this post

The remaining three players in The Game have been given a new official topic. This seems a good discussion for us on the outside as well.

What do you think about the TVCH? Does The Game add or subtract from it?

Digilady

Sunday, February 11, 2001 - 11:30 am Click here to edit this post

TVCH is a growing community. It's neat to be involved with something which is taking off the way this board has and is.

One knows one has a success when a site is dedicated to a specific short-term subject such as a TV show, and when that show ends, the site continues. Sure it fell off, but numbers are steadily climbing.

It's also neat to see the diversity of people posting: their views and their lives. We sure don't all think alike, and for me, that's part of the fascination.

(Well, that, Survivor, the Mole...)

AND of course the GAME II.

IMHO, the Game is a new "mousetrap". No one else has one. Seems to be very popular amongst viewers and players alike. Even to the point of wrath!

This, to me, is a wonder. That people can get so very involved, both inside the Game and out, is amazing.

I think it's a wonderful thing for TVCH. I also think it needs promotion, if ever another Game is to be had. The numbers need to increase dramatically for it to make a difference to the TVCH. I sure do think it could, though!

Lancecrossfire

Sunday, February 11, 2001 - 12:19 pm Click here to edit this post

I think TVCH is a great place. The fact that it's still around after BB has long since faded is an indication that there are other things we want to discuss.

Other reality shows, general topics, things that are taking place in real life--they are topics that have had some type of life here.

As far as the Game, (either I or II)I think it's been one more thing that people can get into. Not knowing what membership numbers looked like, I will hazard a pure guess and say that the game didn't cause people to leave the board. For the ones that didn't want to follow it, there are plenty of topics--and I see posts from people who don't post in the game area.

The game in both cases has created a level of "passion" in quite a few people. For those that play, this experience is typically very strong. I've commented on it before, a number of other game I players have done the same at different times. Now some of the game II players have gotten a taste of what it's like and are sharing their feelings.

Those on the oustide have also gotten into it, although from a different perspective. I think the moderated board for watchers was a great improvement. While we can typically keep ourselves in check, I can see where the way we get into the game can increase te chance of stepping over lines once in awhile.

Over the past months I've seen posts that say that BBFC and now TVCH have had an impact on their lives. Some because they had negative things happening, and this was a place where they could come and experience something nice. Some because the game allowed them to grow in some way. Others because they learned things about computers they wouldn't have learned otherwise. Some just because they like the "community" Neil has set up and we've all contributed to.

Specifically related to the game, I'd like to think it's added to TVCH over all. I know that specific to me te answer is a definite yes.

Ocean_Islands

Monday, February 12, 2001 - 05:45 am Click here to edit this post

I think this is a difficult question to answer.

I think some related questions to answer and understand the overall question would be:

"What is it about the Game that makes people lose their personal boundaries to such an extent?"

"Why do we get so wrapped up in this that it takes over our lives?"

"How and why do we lose perspective?"

Twiggyish

Monday, February 12, 2001 - 05:52 am Click here to edit this post

I think it adds to the experience of TVCH. Thank you to Neil and Lisa for allowing us this opportunity.

Digilady

Monday, February 12, 2001 - 10:52 am Click here to edit this post

Amen Twigs.

Thanks indeed to Neil and Lisa for letting the Game II roll, when we know Neil in particular wasn't very willing!

Wink

Monday, February 12, 2001 - 11:26 am Click here to edit this post

Ocean I don't think we necessarily lose perspective. Our perspective changes as events play out and we discover that what we consider to be of value in our own belief systems isn't necessarily valued by others in the same way.

There comes a point when we agree to disagree on issues that are important to us and I think "The Game" is a venue that explores and exploits boundaries, and provides insight both into ourselves and others.

Digilady

Monday, February 12, 2001 - 11:47 am Click here to edit this post

How very well put, Wink. Also a perfect definition of the Game:a venue that explores and exploits boundaries, and provides insight both into ourselves and others.

However, I'm inclined to disagree with one part: I believe people get so involved they do indeed lose perspective. OTOH, others gain it.

I think Whit nailed it too: Case Study!