Is it common for console gamers to refer to inanimate objects as "stupid", which is a level of intelligence?
Back when I played games on consoles, those who played generally exhibited a level of intelligence higher than what would be required to use proper English.
Just an FYI.

This is copied directly from Merriam Webster. Check definition #4
Main Entry: 1stu·pid
Pronunciation: \ˈstü-pəd, ˈstyü-\
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle French stupide, from Latin stupidus, from stupēre to be numb, be astonished — more at type
Date: 1541
1 a : slow of mind : obtuse b : given to unintelligent decisions or acts : acting in an unintelligent or careless manner c : lacking intelligence or reason : brutish
2 : dulled in feeling or sensation : torpid <still stupid from the sedative>
3 : marked by or resulting from unreasoned thinking or acting : senseless <a stupid decision>
4 a : lacking interest or point <a stupid event> b : vexatious, exasperating <the stupid car won't start>
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stupid