Should You Rate Games On A Curve? Or Based On Their Merits Alone?

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Published on May 25, 2025 2:16:20 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Brjj1CEmAM

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So many games come out each year, and they keep getting better and better. How are you supposed to rate them? Keep them? Play them?

TimeStamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction
0:00:25 - What Started This?
0:01:00 - More Games Come Out Each Year Than Ever Before
0:03:45 - Should You Grade On A Curve?
0:11:30 - As Long As People Know What To Expect From You
0:12:40 - Find Ways To Be Selective...Ratings Are A Part of That
0:16:05 - Wrapping Up

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