In true Minnesota (home of the runner-up) fashion, I came in second in the 50 week Atari 2600 High Score Club. Scored 344 points, which averages to 6.88 points a week. Key to my success? I played every week. The guy who came in first was the only other person to play every week.

I don’t expect to participate nearly as much this next season. Although the first game in season 8 is Solaris, and I really should give that game a try.

I recommend playing. You end up playing games that you otherwise wouldn’t be trying. Also gets the competitive juices flowing.