Posts filed under Video Games

GSL 165: 2021 Summer in Review

Waccamaw Neck Branch Library multi-day classes.

Waccamaw Neck Branch Library multi-day classes.

In episode 165 of Games in Schools and Libraries Donald and Chris talk about many of their summer programming activities, much of which can be used in gaming or gaming adjacent activities.

ShushCon Update - In-person ShushCon is cancelled. We are currently trying to put together an online ShushCon.

Summer Activity Review

Google CS First Video Game Design

Miniatures and Terrain Making

  • Games Workshop

  • Making bushes and hedges

  • Walls

  • Proxxon Foam cutter

Mold Making and Casting

The folks at Reynolds Advanced Materials were a huge help in deciding what projects to offer. We wanted to go a bit more in depth than their starter classes, but they gave us a great place to start from, as well as helping find affordable solutions for our more ambitious pours.

Materials Used

  • Alginate

  • Plaster of Paris

  • Laboratory Dental Vacuum Forming Molding Machine

  • Moldable Plastic Pellets by Polly Plastics (Reusable thermoplastic beads)

  • 2 Part silicone mold putty

  • 2 part liquid silicone molds

  • 2 part epoxy as casting medium

  • Mold Release

Summer Games

  • Kerbal Space Program

  • Valheim

  • Gaslands

Keep an eye on our blog for more in depth coverage of our summer activities, with pictures!

Waccamaw Neck Branch Library Weekly Schedule.

Waccamaw Neck Branch Library Weekly Schedule.

Week One Tails and Tales Character Storyboard, and word magnets.

Week One Tails and Tales Character Storyboard, and word magnets.


Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.
Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek
Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/
Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

The ideas expressed in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

Music provided by The Ol’ Bronze Hare. The Ol' Bronze Hare is a solo project by Andy Young that performs original and traditional music that blends the styles of Americana, Celtic, and Quebecois. You can find their music on Bandcamp and Youtube as well as follow them on Facebook and Twitter at The Ol' Bronze Hare.

GSL 155: Next Gen Consoles

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In Games in Schools and Libraries 155 Chris and Donald announce the 2021 ShushCon schedule. They also discuss the new generation of PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles. They talk hardware, games, and subscription services.

ShushCon 2021

  • March 26-28 ShushCon Online. 

  • October 15-17 ShushCon in Pawleys Island

Want to dig deeper in the next generation of consoles? Check out these Games in Schools and Libraries Blog articles.

NEXT GENERATION CONSOLES IN THE LIBRARY PART 1

NEXT GENERATION CONSOLES IN LIBRARIES PART 2: SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES

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Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.
Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek
Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

The ideas expressed in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

Posted on January 15, 2021 and filed under Video Games, Conventions.

GSL 154: Jack Looks Twitchy

Some of the games we play most Frequently on Twitch.

Some of the games we play most Frequently on Twitch.

In GSL 154 Chris and Donald discuss the Jack Box Party Pack games through the lense of games they utilize on the ShushCon Twitch stream or would be suitable for playing with patrons or students via Discord. After reviewing games in the Party Packs they also discuss tactics for dealing with bad actors and vulgarians who jump in on your stream.

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Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.
Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek
Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/
Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

The ideas expressed in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

Posted on December 23, 2020 and filed under Reviews, Video Games, running games online.

GSL 137: Video Game Services

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In Games in Schools and Libraries 137 Donald Dennis and Chris Bell talk about their maker space development and then discuss what video game services they use in the library, some free games options, and how to get the most bang for your buck.

Foam spray primer they mentioned for cosplay was Plasti-Dip.

PC Games

Epic Games

  • Free Games Weekly, changeover on Thursday

  • Store of games for purchase

STEAM

  • Free and paid games, searchable by price

Subscription game services

XBOX

XBOX Gold

  • 2-4 free games every month

  • Online Multiplayer Games

  • 50-75% discounts on select Xbox Games

XBox Game Pass

  • Currently access to 235+ Games, including AAA titles. (Some available for PC as well)

Playstation

Playstation Plus

  • Two free PS4 Games every month

  • Online Multiplayer

  • Exclusive Discounts

PC

Origin Access

  • Comes in 2 flavors, BASIC and PREMIER

  • Extra Content included with new EA Games

  • Early access to upcoming games

  • Evolving collection of games

  • 10% off Origin Purchases

 

Games in Schools and Libraries is produced in association with Inverse Genius and the Georgetown County Library System.
Games in Schools and Libraries Guild at Board Game Geek
Kathleen's resources https://www.kathleenmercury.com/
Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com

The ideas expressed by libraries included in the podcast are not expressly endorsed by the Georgetown County Library System. 

Posted on October 9, 2019 and filed under Video Games.

GSL 82: Hearthstone

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In Games in Schools and Libraries episode 82 Donald Dennis and Stephanie Frey talk about utilizing Hearthstone in the Library. 

They cover the basics of the game, Fireside Gatherings,  Arena, Solo Adventures, Daily Quests, and deck building.

Power Creep in Hearthstone - Extra Credits

Future Proofing Your Design - Looking at Hearthstone and Planning Ahead - Extra Credits

 

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The Games in Schools and Libraries podcasts and blogs are produced by Inverse Genius in association with the Georgetown County Library System
Email us: schoolsandlibraries@gmail.com
Music by Ian Sovine

Posted on November 10, 2017 and filed under Video Games.