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I probably didn't sink enough time into it then heheh

"Further still, much of the artwork interconnects in consistently surprising ways, a little like an interactive MC Escher lithograph." That may hit the nail on the head for why this game concept fascinates me. I do get an Escher vibe in terms of cleverness here. Nice review!

What are your favorite/least favorite crafting systems in games? What do you look for in a crafting system? How much do you make use of them?

Thought I would share this. I see a lot of people complaining that it looks like a combination of New Vegas and Bioshock. Funny, because that's exactly why I am excited by it. I love the aesthetics, and NV in my opinion plays better than most of Bethesda's games, and it seems clear that Obsidian is what made the difference.

1. Yes, they seem good how they are. One thing I’ll say please don’t do is that thing that happens on other forums where there is a Single thread for all eternity on a specific game, and everything just gets tacked onto it. There’s no way to tell at a glance what people are talking about, and the thread of conversation wanders more aimlessly. I much prefer the system as we have it here. 2. Not off the top of my head. 3. That sounds cool! Maybe we could list our Discord IDs as well? 4. Yes, especially the colors. 5. No issues. 6. Yes, this is one of the best things about VGR! I feel like people here are more positive and constructive, and more focused on what they love than on what they hate. That is super refreshing!

I blame a lack of balance and perspective for social ills, not gaming. From gaming in my youth, I learned valuable people skills which serve me in business. I’ve learned how to type quickly, which also is vital for me at work. I’ve learned about personal strengths and weaknesses. I also discovered other interests from playing games. There was a year as a teen that I had low grades because I was so committed to an MMO. But in the long run, honestly, the things I learned that year from the game about social situations have been far more valuable to me than Algebra I has been :/ As an adult, gaming helps me regulate my OCD and sleep better at night. Games which involve decision-making and social approval systems (i.e. Dragon Age) have also helped me to be more assertive in real life when I have to make unpopular choices. I think ultimately, whether the upsides outweigh the potential downsides of gaming comes down to how you balance your life and how you choose to let gaming change you as a person for the better. As the Rapture Reminder says, “We all make our choices. But in the end, our choices make us.” 😉

My all-time favorite game soundtrack is Skyrim. It impresses me because it achieves its purpose so well. It is atmospheric and fits well with the landscapes and the sense of “journeying.” It is interesting and memorable, but it never is “annoying” or intrusive. Even though I have heard the songs over and over and over, they do not get stuck in my head, which I really appreciate.

I live out in the country, and it can get to be dead silent at night. So the ringing in my ears can drive me crazy without some kind of sounds playing.

I recall finding that game fairly challenging, hahah.

@kingpotato I totally agree about Skyrim. I think the lore is my favorite aspect of that game, aside from the scenery and the general relaxing nature of the gameplay. I recently started RDR, and look forward to exploring every detail of that world!

I haven’t played this, but it’s a puzzle game called Gorogoa. Check out this gif: The gameplay mechanics look utterly fascinating to me, and I usually don't like puzzles. But between the innovative game play and the beautiful art, it really intrigues me.

While we all have games that we adore, I’m pretty sure most of us haven’t played a game we consider to be 100% utterly faultlessly perfect. If you could change one thing about the game you love most to make it even better, what would it be and why?

Kind of equivalent to the Songbird in Infinite. I spent most of that game expecting to have to somehow fight that thing, so I was surprised by how it turned out. I liked that neither the bird nor the cage represented freedom so much as the bird and the cage combined. I'm pretty sure that also connects to the idea that true freedom of will may entail a combination of choices and occasionally their removal (as Booker and Elizabeth realized Booker had too much choice in his past, and that decision point at the baptism needed to be "caged" to set the world free of Comstock).

@DylanC Dogmeat!!! I actually found he stayed alive better than some of my other companions, like Charon. I also love Meeko and Vigilance in Skyrim, and …. Er, Barbas, in a way. He’s such a pain, but I can’t bring myself to get rid of him.

So, I was watching someone else playing Skyrim at one point, and I saw him go inside a cave which then had like this “outdoor” area inside, kind of like a courtyard, but naturally-formed, with lots of greenery. It had a really pleasant “garden-like” vibe to it, and lots of light and open space. For the life of me though, I can’t find it. I have no clue where to look. Any ideas? He doesn’t remember its name or location.

I’m in agreement that the Big Daddies are awesome! At the same time, I have a hard time thinking of them as “enemies,” so much as just something I’m “forced to kill.” If anything, I tend to see them as unfortunate victims. The entire time I’m shooting, I’m apologizing all over myself. And then when the Little Sisters start blubbering over “Mr. Bubbles …” I am in such a rush to click “Rescue,” lol.

I agree with @kingpotato. I too played violent video games at a young age, and wasn't affected adversely in any way. I think it depends more on a child's personality and maturity level than their age. So different ages for different kids. Hopefully their parents know them well enough to make sensible choices.

Any delightfully ridiculous stories you'd like to share?

In that case, Bioshock Infinite, lol. I mean, it literally rewards you with free health and salts when you die. Sometimes my strategy was just to get myself shot.

Even though graphic quality obviously has been lower for 1, I’m still pretty impressed with it considering its age. The art is beautiful, regardless. Almost done now. I think I’m about to proceed to the final battle.

@skyfire Me too on the survival game thing, i.e. the "tense gameplay" I mentioned, I guess. Sometimes that fits under general shooting, but often having to lurk in the shadows and bide my time is more tense.

I always wondered if that game was any good.

On what setting? Quite a few games are almost effortless on casual/normal modes =D

After debating this cause I don't like gaming as much on my PC, I ended up downloading it after all. Silt striders!

I'm really glad that we're mostly on the same page with regards to this.