I would have to say overall there are some very intelligent people that post on this site. To answer the original question I think people here are much more aware than the average person. I see debate in pretty much any thread you look at. Debate is healthy and it causes individuals to figure out what they believe, trust in, and support. It keeps your mind going and on the current topics in the world of gaming, economies, politics, religions, science, and the latest trends. Most average people just go through their day work/school,and come home to leisure then sleep. There are not a lot of people getting on web sites that can drive debate.
Also, unfortunately I was not a member of VGchartz back in the "good" years with more quality members and threads. I have been visiting this site since 09 however. Just never made the plunge to become a member until this year.
