Actor Max Burkholder Shares Gaming Journey on Polygon's Shelf Quest
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Actor Max Burkholder talks childhood gaming, balancing demanding TV schedules with massive RPGs like Final Fantasy 16, and his appearance on Polygon's Shelf Quest series.
For anyone juggling a demanding schedule, finding time to finish a massive RPG feels like a major achievement. Actor Max Burkholder knows this balancing act better than most. Known for his roles in Parenthood, The Purge, and Peacock's Ted series, Burkholder recently sat down with Polygon for the second episode of their Shelf Quest series to discuss how video games served as his ultimate decompression tool growing up as a busy child actor.
Burkholder credits Kingdom Hearts as the foundational title that hooked him on gaming, helping him unwind after long days on film and television sets. Despite maintaining a busy acting career, he still makes room for sprawling modern experiences. His recent playlist includes heavy hitters like Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, alongside critically acclaimed puzzle titles like Blue Prince.
Shelf Quest explores the personal side of gaming nostalgia and how interactive media shapes our lives outside the screen. During the episode, Burkholder also browsed the shelves at Videogamesnewyork, adding a fresh copy of Bravely Default for Nintendo Switch 2 to his collection. You can check out the full interview and watch the complete episode over at Polygon.
Tags: Gaming Culture, Polygon, RPG, Interviews, Nintendo Switch 2
Original article: Polygon