Thelsim

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 months ago (1 children)

The very worst controller I've ever used was this no-name joystick in the 90s. You had to grip like a claw, which looked kind of cool and futuristic but was awful in use. The base was tiny and it had these suction cups that didn't work at all.
But the very very worst thing about it, was that the input was binary! It was either on or off, no gradual movements or anything. Basically it was an oversized d-pad.

I borrowed it from a friend so I could try Rebel Assault, which looked so awesome what with CD-ROMs being a new thing. But that joystick ruined the experience so much! Try flying a ship through a canyon when all you can do is hard turns in 8 different directions. I constantly crashed within the first 10 seconds of the game and kept thinking it was my fault for being a crap player.
I still hate that monstrosity with every fiber of my being.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 4 months ago

Just started a two week family visit to Singapore. The twelve hour flight was exhausting and everyone was struggling with the jet lag. My kids fell asleep at the dinner table, which was both adorable to see and sad because they were clearly at their limits.
We just had a 12 hour sleep, so hopefully we can start the second day with renewed energy :)
We’re going to need it, there’s a ton of social obligations to keep. It’s been 7 years since our last visit.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 5 months ago

My entire family is obsessed with Power Wash Simulator right now. Especially my partner who can't seem to get enough of it.
It is quite soothing though, just empty your head and wash away the filth.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (2 children)

It was a mix of both, the battle system was definitely like a JRPG that's true.
Come to think of it, I'm not an expert on JRPG's, so maybe it is? :) What else defines a JRPG?

[–] [email protected] 0 points 8 months ago (4 children)

One title that comes to mind is Anachronox. A western rpg with a really good story, interesting characters (one of your companions is an entire planet shrinked down to human size), fun humor and a cliffhanger that never got resolved.

I really wish they made a part 2 but I know it will never happen.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago

I splurged on the Steam winter sale and bought a set of smaller games.
Right now I'm busy playing I Was a Teenage Exocolonist which has been more fun than expected. I really like the story and the multiple paths and endings. The card games are meh, but once you find a good modifier they become very easy.

At the same time I'm also playing Shadows over Loathing which is very very funny in short sessions.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 11 months ago

Is it necessary?

That last question has kept me from participating in discussions (on- and offline) for most of my life. Low self-esteem would always make me ask myself if what I wanted to say was necessary, if it added value, etc. And always I'd end up not saying anything at all because it probably wasn't worth it for others to read or hear. Which sucks because participation is half the fun.
So yea, I try to follow the first two but have given up on letting that last question guide my online behavior.
Hopefully the first two will balance out the last :)

[–] [email protected] 0 points 11 months ago (2 children)

This is just disgraceful. I understand times are tough, but to basically ruin an event just for your own personal gains. It's just not right.
Is there any way this can be prevented in the future?