But he finishes our conversation by relating games back to his optimism about working in various media.
When asked about business optimism, those working in industrial production sectors like mining, construction and manufacturing reported a higher average score than other industries, recording a 6.4 out of a scale of 10, with 10 being most optimistic.
However, in "big picture" terms, and despite the optimism of those working in it, manufacturing output is still 10 per cent below it peak in the first quarter of 2008.
Despite the Bush administration's insistent optimism, Americans working with the Iraqis in the field believe that it could be several years, at least, before the new Iraqi forces will be ready to stand alone against the insurgents.
At one point, Scocca quotes me on the deliberate streak of optimism in my work — and he is not wrong in locating in that attitude a subtle self-interest.
I love the thought of people seeing what I'm creating and feel the optimism in my work and for it to resonate in their lives.
The view that Larkin is not a nihilist or pessimist, but actually displays optimism in his works, is certainly not universally endorsed, but Chatterjee's lengthy study suggests the degree to which old stereotypes of Larkin are now being transcended.
While eternal optimism might work for SpongeBob Squarepants in Bikini Bottom, that is not going to swim for all the out of work land lovers right here in the real world.
And his youthful optimism could work at home too.
