Is Being "Bad" at Elden Ring Actually a Philosophical Choice? | McGill PTP Ep.3

Ep 3. "A theory of slowrunning". Read the full article on Substack: "A theory of slowrunning" Blog: The Normative Network: https://substack.com/@thenormativenetwork What’s the difference between an "idler" and a "slow runner"? Alex Carty joins the podcast to discuss his new paper on the metaphysics of video games. We explore how changing our attitude toward game goals creates entirely new activities within the same digital framework. 💡 About the McGill PTP Lab The McGill Philosophy, Technology & Policy (PTP) Lab brings the tools of philosophy to bear on pressing questions in technology ethics and policy. We investigate the interconnections between AI, social media, gaming platforms, and other emerging technologies, examining how they collectively shape human experience. Our mission is to articulate and help realize the good digital life and just digital society. Subscribe for more discussions on technology, ethics, and policy! 🌐 Connect With Us: Website: https://www.mcgillptplab.com X / Twitter: https://x.com/mcgill_ptp_lab Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcgill.ptp.lab/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcgill-philosophy-technology-and-policy-lab/ YouYube: https://www.youtube.com/@McGillPTPLab #TechEthics #AIEthics #PhilosophyOfTech #DigitalPolicy #McGillUniversity #TechGovernance #HumanLabor