Surviving the Alters Act 1 so Far

The Alters act 1 Jan Dolski crash landed on alien planet

I’m still deep down the rabbit hole of Expedition 33, but poked my head up to play through The Alters Act 1. Balancing survival with resource gathering and the needs of my alters is addicting. Once I’m finally ready to dive fully in, The Alters will be my new addiction. Day One: Running from Radioactivity … Read moreSurviving the Alters Act 1 so Far

Atomfall Choices Guided me to All 6 Endings

Atomfall scientist in hazmat suit in a bunker

I’m deep into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, but popped my head up to see that Atomfall announced their Wicked Isle DLC. It reminded me how much I enjoyed my Atomfall Choices and tracking down leads. Before I go any further down the rabbit hole, I came back to reflect on those choices. Making it my … Read moreAtomfall Choices Guided me to All 6 Endings

South of Midnight is About Healing Trauma

South of Midnight Hazel looking at Huggin Molly's Lair

After finishing Avowed and dipping toes into Clair Obscur Expedition 33, I returned to the world of South of Midnight to finish the story. Most gamers recognize the stop motion style of animation and unique art from the trailers, but South of Midnight is about healing trauma. It’s a unique game mechanic that I don’t … Read moreSouth of Midnight is About Healing Trauma

My Avowed Story Choices

Avowed Dawnshore Docks with Kai and Marius

What a journey. My Avowed story choices steered me through 70+ hours of gameplay. It became my story and there were things that could have gone completely differently. It wasn’t a perfect game (people an objects not as reactive), but the magic, choices and exploration really made it for me. Choosing my Avowed Story Character … Read moreMy Avowed Story Choices

Why Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is so Good

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Gustave looking at the paintress monolith from lumiere

Ever since the first trailer, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 held my attention all the way up to release. The art style, the music, combat, characters and the unique Paintress story captured my imagination. It seemed like the perfect example of games as art. Although the music is not something I’d normally listen to, the way … Read moreWhy Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is so Good

Laptop Pillow for Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch

Laptop Pillow for Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch

I spend plenty of time on my laptop (even as I write this) and am increasing my time on Steam Deck. Both are so much more comfortable now that I have a Laptop Pillow. I’ve had a laptop desk meant for the bed, but it’s not suited for my current usage. My new setup is … Read moreLaptop Pillow for Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch