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Game Theory

2011 – nowShow1 season12 episodes

ComedyTalk
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9

A nostalgic, intriguing comedy series about games and pop culture.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for brutality, scares or tears.

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Episodes

1 season · 12 episodes · best: S5E38 "Until Dawn's TRAGIC Hero" 9.8

Episodes

7.6
7.0
7.5
8.1
8.3
7.4
7.9
8.1
7.6
7.5
7.5
7.0
8.2
9.6

Story

Matthew Patrick delves into common questions about video game stories and tropes and develops theories to explain them.

Feels like

  • Video Game Analysis
  • Internet Culture Documentary
  • Educational Entertainment
  • Meta-Narrative Exploration
  • Nostalgic Gaming History
  • Theoretical Storytelling
  • Pop-Culture Critique
  • Accessible Deep Dives
  • Fan Service & Insight

Cast

1 of 1 · most episodes first

Facts

April 18, 2011 · July 28, 2011 · Still running

First aired
April 18, 2011
Latest episode
July 28, 2011
Status
Still running
Length
1 season · 12 episodes
Genres
Comedy, Talk
Original language
English

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is Game Theory worth watching?"

Questions about Game Theory

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Game Theory worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.9). Season 2 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 7.0 against 9.6 for the best season.

Which season of Game Theory is best?

Season 14, with an IMDb average of 9.6. Seasons 2 and 12 are the weakest at 7.0. The highest-rated episode is Until Dawn's TRAGIC Hero (season 5, episode 38) at 9.8, and the lowest is Why I Gave the Pope UNDERTALE! (season 6, episode 17) at 4.0.

Is Game Theory okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Game Theory make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Game Theory plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: mystery (8 of 10) and intrigue (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.