Episode 23 - We do what we want

Summary In this episode of the Slightly Above Average Gaming Podcast, J007 and Sub1KD discuss various topics related to gaming. They start by talking about mic troubles and the transition to Twitch. They then discuss the Call of Duty Twitter community and the importance of hearing different viewpoints. The conversation shifts to Microsoft's decision to bring their exclusives to PlayStation and the implications for the gaming industry. They also discuss the current state of Warzone, including frustrations with matchmaking and the lack of regainability. Finally, J007 shares his journey with mouse and keyboard and the improvements in his gameplay. The conversation covers various topics related to the Call of Duty community, including the mouse and key community, the current meta, melee and sniping mechanics, issues in the competitive scene, and a lawsuit regarding revenue distribution. The mouse and key community is discussed in terms of their perception of game changes and the advantages of using mouse and keyboard. The meta discussion focuses on the current state of the game and the viability of different weapons. The conversation also delves into the mechanics of melee combat and sniping, highlighting the balance and skill required. Lastly, the conversation touches on the issues in the competitive scene, including layoffs, exclusive broadcasting deals, and a lawsuit regarding revenue distribution. The conversation delves into the financial aspects of running esports events and the role of Activision in the competitive scene. It explores the costs of organizing LAN events and the potential profitability of esports leagues. The future of competitive Call of Duty is discussed, with the suggestion that Activision may step away from the scene. The expenses involved in organizing tournaments are examined, highlighting the staffing and venue costs. The episode concludes with the introduction of a new segment, 'Kill of the Week.' Your hosts: J007tv: https://twitter.com/FakeJ00712 https://www.twitch.tv/j007tv SuboneKD: https://twitter.com/Subonekd https://kick.com/subonekd Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Mic Troubles 03:45 Discussion on Call of Duty Twitter Feuds 08:58 Microsoft's Exclusives on PlayStation 13:45 State of Warzone and Regainability 28:26 Quality of Life Updates in Warzone 35:30 Matchmaking Frustrations in Warzone 39:28 J007tv's Journey with Mouse and Keyboard 41:13 Mouse and Key Community 47:10 Meta Discussion 52:00 Melee and Sniping 59:03 Sniper Meta 01:08:22 Issues in the Competitive Scene 01:13:16 Lawsuit and Revenue Distribution 01:19:53 The Cost of Running a LAN Event 01:23:39 The Financials of Esports Leagues 01:24:30 The Future of Competitive Call of Duty 01:26:04 Activision's Role in the Competitive Scene 01:27:38 The Expenses of Organizing Tournaments 01:29:29 Kill of the Week Segment