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Games I’ve Played Recently
Alright guys, it’s time for another installment of games I’ve Played Recently. We’ve got 3 good ones to go over!
First off is Tears of the Kingdom!
You guys may remember me mentioning this in my post for my recent Pickups. Well, of course I’ve been playing it as well. I don’t play the story much because I’m more into collecting and exploring. I did complete enough story missions to get the glider as it is essential to further your exploration needs. However, I have been fascinated with the new sky and underground sections. I did cool off playing it when I decided to focus on my Gamepass games over the last month.
Up next is Disney Dreamlight Valley
This game consumes my life off and on. It’s one that my baby girl and wife love to watch me play. We’re currently in the middle of a new event with some new Pixar content. They’ve also added in a new character. It’s one of those village simulators with farming and civilian upkeep. You fish, mine, and play with some of your favorite Disney characters. It’s not a game I play every day. It’s more so a I game I get in phases with.
Now, for the game that has preoccupied my free time the most
This is a new perfect game for me. It was described to me as a Souls-like game. I don’t really play souls like so. Unfortunately, I avoided this one. It caught my eye when scrolling through Gamepass. I downloaded it and gave it a shot. Boy, did I love this game. This is a modern-day metriodvania collectathon. It is broken down into 6 planets instead of one giant level. Though you do get powers that encourage backtracking for new experiences and collectibles. The boss fights can be exhausting, but they’re far from the hardest fights I’ve had in video games. The chest system is kind of lame. It’s a similar problem that Tears of the Kingdom has. All the power ups are hidden in certain sections or through the skill trees. This means the chests are relegated to cosmetic changes such as lightsabers, costume colors, and Droid colors. Cal gets upgrades in the form of wall running, double jumps and force push and pull. This makes backtracking a fun experience. As now you want to see where all you can explore. All in all, I really enjoyed this one. I have beat it. Now it’s time to 100% it.
This post was written a few months back. For some reason I never made the closing paragraph. So I hope you guys enjoyed this one. I’ll be working on a more updated list that includes some new games like Pokémon Scarlett as well as a throwback to a PS2 Hidden Gem in Rogue Galaxy.
Thank you guys for reading! Have a great day!
How’s Life Been
A few months back, it became very clear to me I was the best employee at my small, local job. I had a decision to make. Go all in on work and focus on it, try to get a raise, and distance myself from co-workers. Or, keep living a life where YouTube and the blog are just kinda durdling about as well as work. I chose to really hone in on work. What a journey it has been. I ended up getting a $2 raise, thus becoming the highest paid employee there. Mission accomplished. But it was a real grinding task. It compromised a lot of my mental and physical health. That’s because there was stuff going on in the background.
Namely, the company is doing poorly financially. As an employee and not an owner, it’s tough to say how rough. It’s a ma and pa store that never figured out all the financial parts of the business. And the economy is all over the place right now (more on this later). But this has made me go “All this hard work, just to get to here?”. It’s got me questioning a lot.
Next, my Brother-in-Law passed away essentially two months ago. He was battling poor health, but we still didn’t expect it when it finally did happen. Jessica took that week off to recover. When the following Monday came around, she was informed that the company she worked for was going out of business. She was out of a job 2 days later. A business in the same industry swooped up and let Jessica apply for one of their positions. We thought, “Oh, what a blessing.” Well, two months later, and she still has not started. I’ll leave the personal shots out of it, but let’s just say it isn’t Jessica’s fault she hasn’t started working yet.
Losing a family member, losing a source of income, and losing a creative outlet have taken its toll on us. Yet, it has certainly given me prospective.
For those of you who don’t know. I work 12-9pm and part of my job is actually live streaming online sales. I go live and interact with our audience for 3 hours (6pm-9pm), making sells to our viewers. Now, with a daughter who is a year and half old, it was getting hard to get home around 10pm and say “Yeah, I want to go live for a few more hours” when I’d rather see my family. These are more factors that have led me to not being active on here.
I want to come back. I want to hone in on my skills outside of work, such as editing and writing. So, I want to start incorporating these hobbies back into my life in a healthy way. Where I don’t get burned out or feel like it is dragging me away from my family.
So just know I’m working on several blog post such as: a new Manga Monday, The Games I’ve Played Recently, Ranking My Favorite Alolan forms (that’ll probably become a series of sorts), and Ranking the next Super Mario 64 course.
So those are what I have in mind. Please follow the blog and stay tuned for more content!
Thank you for reading! Have a great day!
My Recent Video Game Pick Ups!
As some of you may remember, I made a post saying I would be showing off my video game picks up. Well, today is that day! We got games I’ve wanted to play for a while now. We also picked up some heavy hitters. Check these out!
Oh, boy! The next installment in the Zelda series. It’s a darn good one. I’m enjoying it more than BOTW, but both are amazing games.
Pokemon Rumble Blast is a game I’ve wanted for what feels like forever. I found this game at my LGS about 2 years ago. Only they had lost the key to the showcase it was in. Well, recently, they found that key, haha. It’s a game I’m glad to have in my collection, finally!
This was a game I loved as a kid. My brother and I no-lifed this game. It taught me a lot about the Marvel universe. I now work at a comic book store, and this game helped guide me down this route. Now, my wife and I love the MCU and talking comics. I’ve been wanting to play this awesome beat em up with her for almost a decade.
Now on to the heavy hitters! Castlevania among the other 2 does seem kinda dudish, but I was able to pick up both Castlevania games at an absolute deal! I did pay retail for Ogre Battle 64, but it was super clean. Admittedly, I’m a lot more interested in trying Castlevania over Ogre Battle. That’s mostly because I’m into action adventure games more so than RPGs. However, the N64 is starved for RPGs, so I’m glad to have one of the few! These two join the likes of Beast Wars, Bomberman 2nd Attack and Conker as some of my biggest hitters on the console!
So that’s my haul, guys! What do yall think of these? What systems or games do you collect? Let me know in the comments down below!
Thank you guys for reading and have a great day!
5 GameCube Hidden Gems According to chatGPT!
Hey guys! ChatGPT is all the rage while we wait for AI to overthrow us. I decided to take advantage of it to create a list of 5 hidden gems found on the GameCube. I asked it to create this list in a script format similar to a Youtube video. Here’s the list it came up with:
Would you rather watch this as a Youtube video instead of reading it? Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7opP61IpTw
GameCube Hidden Gems!
ChatGPT
[INTRO MUSIC PLAYS]
Host: “Hey, gamers! Welcome back to our channel, where we uncover hidden gaming treasures. Today, we’re diving deep into the Nintendo GameCube library to bring you five hidden gems that you may have missed. So grab your controllers, because it’s time to explore some fantastic games that deserve more attention. Let’s get started!”
[TRANSITION EFFECT]
Host: “Our first hidden gem for today is ‘Eternal Darkness: Sanity’s Requiem.‘ This psychological horror game takes you on a twisted journey through the ages, where you’ll battle ancient evils and unravel a captivating narrative. What sets this game apart is its unique sanity system that messes with your mind. Be prepared for hallucinations, camera tricks, and even fake game crashes! It’s a chilling and immersive experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.”
Host: “Next up, we have ‘Skies of Arcadia: Legends.’ This fantastic role-playing game originally released on the Dreamcast, but the enhanced GameCube version brought its captivating world to a wider audience. In this epic adventure, you’ll become a young sky pirate, exploring vast skies, discovering hidden treasures, and engaging in thrilling turn-based battles. With its charming characters, memorable story, and beautiful visuals, ‘Skies of Arcadia Legends’ is a true gem for RPG enthusiasts.”
Host: “Moving on, we have a unique blend of action, strategy, and puzzle-solving in ‘Pikmin 2.‘ This sequel to the beloved ‘Pikmin’ series brings back Captain Olimar and introduces a new character, Louie, as they venture through lush environments, commanding armies of adorable plant-like creatures called Pikmin. With its charming art style, clever level design, and addictive gameplay, ‘Pikmin 2’ offers a refreshing and enjoyable experience that shouldn’t be overlooked.”
Host: “Our fourth hidden gem is ‘Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean.’ This visually stunning and unique role-playing game takes place in a world where islands float in the sky. You’ll embark on an unforgettable journey as a young guardian spirit, joining forces with other heroes to uncover the secrets of the mystical Magnus cards. The game’s card-based battle system adds a strategic layer to the gameplay, making it a captivating and refreshing RPG experience.”
Host: “Last but not least, we have a racing game that combines speed, style, and a whole lot of fun—’F-Zero GX.’ Developed by Sega, this futuristic racer delivers high-octane action as you pilot ultra-fast vehicles through gravity-defying tracks. With its intense gameplay, jaw-dropping visuals, and a killer soundtrack, ‘F-Zero GX’ provides an adrenaline rush like no other. So buckle up and prepare for an unforgettable racing experience!”
Host: “And that wraps up our list of five GameCube hidden gems that you should definitely check out. Whether you’re a fan of horror, RPGs, strategy, or racing, the GameCube has something for everyone. So dust off your old console or fire up that emulator and dive into these fantastic games that deserve more recognition. Thanks for watching, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more hidden gaming gems. Until next time, happy gaming!”
[OUTRO MUSIC PLAYS]
So that’s the list chatGPT came up with. Overall, I think it’s an okay list, but nothing groundbreaking in 2023. Pikmin 2 is far from a hidden gem. F-Zero, Eternal Darkness and Skies of Arcadia strike me as cult classics, more so than hidden gems. Baten Kaitos is still probably considered a hidden gem for now. But even it is getting a port to the Switch. With that in mind, I’m not sure how much longer it’ll stay that way.
How would you guys rate this collection of games? What did yall think of chatGPTs collection of games? I’ll probably do more of these with other consoles such as the N64, PS2 or even the Switch.
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Thank you guys for reading! Be sure to check out the YouTube video that covers this same topic!
A Creative Pitfall.
Hey guys! I love blogging on here. But every since I had my daughter that has gotten tougher. When we had our daughter, we went to a single income household. That didn’t make life easy for the first few months adjusting to that new lifestyle. At the same time, my job reduced its staff almost in half. We lost 3 retail employees and a warehouse employee. What did this mean for me? The guy who handled our online inventory? Suddenly, I had to pick up shifts downstairs on the retail floor. I had to cover lunch breaks. On the warehouse side of things, I was still putting on the same amount of inventory. Only now, we had one less pair of hands to pull and ship. So, a few days out of the week, I would have to go over to the warehouse to assist them. Basically, I went from 1 single focused job to being split into 3 different departments.
As Covid has shriveled up people’s disposable income, we’ve had to get creative with how we sell items and generate extra income. This meant turning to Whatnot to sell comics. I now stream 4 days a week for us on top of the other 3 departments I help out in. Trust me, I actually thrive here, and it’s not too much of a burden to juggle all these things. However, when I get home, I just want to focus on family. I still play games, watch shows, and read Mangas and Comics. The main difference now is that I don’t always feel like writing and scripting in-depth blogs about the matters. My recording setup has also become clunky at best. All this cuts into setting time aside for blogs and YouTube videos.
Lastly, I’m trying to switch from a consumer to a saver. This means I don’t want to be forking over money to keep up with the latest items to do reviews and such. A lot of my free time is going into looking into personal finances. I also realize I need a paying side hustle/side job. I fought that idea for a while because it felt counterintuitive. If I start putting all this time into a side hustle, that’s time away from my family. Which would be the antithesis of what I’m trying to accomplish. However, I’ve given so much of myself to my current job. I have more questions than answers about it’s long-term future. I want a more diverse skill set than the one I have here at work.
Long story short, I want to start blogging again- but as a hobby. I tried really hard to monetize it. To help justify it. I tried to pump out quality content while being pulled in a lot of different directions. It got to a point where the posts I was just putting out there were subpar and short. It may take me a while to find the balance of enjoying the content I’m making again without it feeling like a second job.
Here’s to hoping something productive will come out of this. If not, this will always be my little corner of the internet to vent and document my life.
Thanks for reading. Having a great day!
GET 5 FREE VIDEO GAMES RIGHT NOW!
Hey guys. We’re back with the next round of FREE VIDEO GAMES!
Watch the Youtube that accompanies this video: GET 5 FREE VIDEO GAMES RIGHT NOW!! (Youtube Video!)
We will be checking out Amazon Prime and Epic Games for today’s write up.
Over at Games with Prime we’ve got some pretty cool looking games.
Double Kick Heroes is the game that interest me the fewest out of today’s platter. It is a rhythm based zombie shooter of sorts. Rhythm games really aren’t my thing. Neither are shooters. However, killing zombies to heavy metal tunes seems epic.
Ashwalkers is next. The initial summary did not sell me on it. However, watching the video Amazon Prime provided did make it sound really neat. The game plays like a survival walking simulator game. The art style is cold and seems to be primarily black and white. So visually, it is stunning tp say the least.
Following that is As Far as the Eye. This is another simulator game where you control the wind. From my understanding this is a game similar to the Sims or other games of that nature. It has some resource management built into it. You are helping guide the Pupils, the main tribe found inside the game. If you poorly handle their supply or get blindsided from the environment, such as water, your little tribes will die. Normally I wouldn’t play games like these. However, they are Jessica’s taste. As a result, we might stream some of it later.
Finally for Amazon Prime is Golazo! Soccer League.
Another game I was not sold on at the start. One thing that helps this game is the fact it is an arcade style soccer simulator. This just means it is a wacky, over-the-top version of the traditional soccer format. Another game I would normally pass on but the thought of playing two players with Jessica means we might snag this one while it is free.
So, all in all, I give Amazon’s selection a B-. It’s probably more fun if you’re into some niche genre’s or have some friends to play with.
Now on to Epic Games.
Epic Games is offering Windbound free this week.
Windbound combines two of my favorite things. Moana and Zelda. The art style has received praise from many different critics. However, those same critics have ripped apart the shallow feel of exploration and the tedious nature of the tasks and resource gathering elements of the game. Leaving Windbound to receive mixed reviews. Still, the game looks like a good time considering it is free. Don’t miss your chance to add an interesting adventure to your collection!
I’ve never played this game so I tried to include plenty of photos showcasing different aspects of the game. As it seems it is broken into two phases. The boating aspect and the land aspect.
There you have. 5 free games to start February off right! Thank you guys for reading! Have a great day!
Get Free and Discounted Games this January!
Guys, we will be going over some free and discounted games you can grab this January. We will start with Humble Bundle! Feel free to watch the Youtube video I made over this subject if you prefer a video format!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5deETYWDnVw
Brain Tickler Bundle: https://www.humblebundle.com/games/brain-tickler-bundle?hmb_source=&hmb_medium=product_tile&hmb_campaign=mosaic_section_1_layout_index_1_layout_type_threes_tile_index_3_c_brainticklerbundle_bundle
Games included: $1 tier: Heal. $9.51 tier: Lumines Remastered, white True: learn() Chief Technology Officer Edition. $10 tier: Mars Horizon, The Significer Director’s Cut, Retro Machina. If you order any tier, you will also get the tiers below that tier. Meaning if you get the $10, you get all games included. This bundle has 5 days left at the time of writing
Here’s a bundle where the $1 tier unlocks the base game PC Building Simulator. Each ascending bundle ($5.80 and $15) unlocks various DLC for the base game. If you’re into PC Building Simulator I recommend checking this one out. This bundle has 5 days remaning at the time of writing.
Surviving Mars Bundle: https://www.humblebundle.com/games/surviving-mars-bundle?hmb_source=&hmb_medium=product_tile&hmb_campaign=mosaic_section_1_layout_index_1_layout_type_threes_tile_index_2_c_survivingmarsbundle_bundle
This bundle works the exact same way as PC Building Simulator. The $1 tier is the base game. The $9.15 and $10 tier unlock a multitude of DLC options. This bundle still has 7 days remaining at the time of writing.
The Indie Houses Bundle: https://www.humblebundle.com/games/indie-houses-bundle?hmb_source=&hmb_medium=product_tile&hmb_campaign=mosaic_section_1_layout_index_2_layout_type_threes_tile_index_1_c_indiehousesbundle_bundle
Games included: $1 tier: Super Mutant Alien Assault, The Count Lucanor. $6.95 tier: We Should Talk, Desert Child, Hiveswap Friendsim, Elden: Path of the Forgotten, Western Press. $9 tier: Jack Axe, Mosaic, Beasts of Maravilla Island, GONNER 2, Etherborn. This bundle has 7 days remaining at the time writing
Now let’s move over to Free Games with Amazon Prime!
Games Included: Two Point Hospital, In Other Waters, Paper Beast – Folded Edition, Abandon Ship, WRC 7 FIA World Rally Championship, Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered
![WRC 7 FIA World Rally Championship Gameplay (PC HD) [1080p60FPS] - YouTube](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mxK_PrD7i8Y/maxresdefault.jpg)
I have not played any games from this selection but I’ve already claimed Two Point Hospital, WRC 7 FIA World Rally Championship and Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy Remastered as they are the ones that have jumped out to me.
Lastly, for today anyway, is Epic Games
Their free game of the week is Daemon X Machina. This game is published by XSEED which gets my attention. It doesn’t really look like my style of game, but it is hard to argue with free. Seems like a very solid giveaway game!
Well, there’s you some free or heavily discounted games! I hope you guys grab some good ones. My top 5 games I’m excited for from this list would be (in no order): Jack Axe, Beast of Maravilla Island, Etherborn, Fahrenheit: Indigo Prophecy, and Daemon X Machina.
Next week Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is free on EpicGames!
Thanks for reading! Have a great day!
A Hat in Time Has a New DLC!
A Hat in Time teased a new announcement yesterday. That announcement turned out to be the first in hopefully a long line of new DLC. Launched under the name Creator DLC, Vanessa’s Curse will be live November 27th, 2021.
Vanessa’s Curse will be the first mode dedicated to the online feature. Make sure you watch the trailer because there’s a lot of goodies to unpack here.
Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrIKafwyKmQ
The more exciting news here is that this is a new branch Gears for Breakfast will hopefully put to use. They allow nearly anyone to propose an idea for upcoming DLC. Then they will accept applicants they approve of which will give them access to more tools than regular modders. This allows fellow modders to make larger in scope projects. I am hoping to see even more creative modes and levels as time goes on. Each project will have a unique price and Vanessa’s Curse’ price hasn’t been announced yet.
So, yes. This mod looks good and brings something fresh to the A Hat in Time game. But what is truly exciting here is to see what all comes out of it. I look forward to it. I will be covering this DLC soon after it comes out.
Watch our reaction here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-DyhXdZBSo
Thank you guys for reading! Have a great day!
Wes and Jess Play Shift Happens #2 (Wes and Jess) (Couch Co-Op)
Episode #2 of our Let’s Play of Shift Happens is up. Things begin to get a little chaotic in this co-op 2D puzzle side scrolling platformer.
Link: https://youtu.be/zzhbhEykGQI
2 Free Games and JayzTwoCents Giveaway! GET THEM NOW BEFORE THEY ARE GONE!
Hey guys! Epic games has 2 free games this week. Rogue Company Epic Pack and Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure! This deal is available over at Epic Games.
Meanwhile, tech channel JayzTwoCents is teaming up with NZXT to offer 2 winners a NZXT Streaming Plus Build and a microphone!
Check that video out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w97bjcRwWDU
Both of these deals don’t have much longer to go so get them now while you can.
These deals are almost over so be quick if you are interested. Thanks for reading and have a great day!
Da_Hubbz 