Warning: This is an editorial lamenting how nerd culture relating to Star Wars has changed. If you are okay with how it has changed, this is probably not for you. Yes, I am crying over what I saw as a beloved franchise being mutilated.
Star Wars has taken a lot of flack recently. For the most part, this is deserved as it is being cashed out even harder than back in the day. It is no surprise that as hardcore gamers and hardcore nerds we do not care for Angry Birds. We were also a little annoyed at dancing games taking star wars. But now, Angry Birds has taken Star Wars.
Why, why is this a thing?
Why I had to inform people that Star Wars is no longer for nerds
While I cannot speak for the rest of the site, I have had enough. Seeing that there is going to be an Birds Star Wars Game just snapped something within me. Angry Birds insured that mobile gaming is no longer nerdy. To be fair, there was always merchandising in Star Wars, and people looking to buy star wars themed gifts for the geeks in their life at birthdays and Christmas. However even that merchandise consisted of action figures and such. Now they are insuring that Star Wars is not something you can feel special for being a fan of.
Star Wars Kinect is an Abomination
Han Solo would never do this. I am offended at you, as a person, if you defend this. That is far from the only problem with this game. However, the largest problem is perhaps that people actually bought this game.
A direct corollary to why people hated the new Star Wars movies
In many ways, Star Wars has become much more mainstream and casual. Plots are easier to understand. Luke doesn’t make out with his sister. The high ground gives you supernatural powers even beyond the force.
In short, you are not a nerd for liking Star Wars
You are a normal, average person. Most people are going to go “well, that is fine”. A few more will say that they are also still nerds for other interests they have. That is fine and true as well. But please, please do not ever call yourself a nerd if your only nerdy pursuit is watching Star Wars. It is more than a bit insulting. To sum it up, the situation is:
