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Alan Wake II
2023
"Alan Wake 2 is a game that shows what videogames are capable of"
Well, I imagine that a large number of people, when reading this highlighted phrase, will imagine a game that demonstrates cutting-edge technology, photo-realistic visuals, or even surprising performance. But definitely not the case where I wanted to refer to that kind of thing.
Alan Wake 2 tries to push the limits of what is possible to present and (only) achieve through a game. Using different multimedia formats to convey a plot, whether through meta commentary, live action cinematic cutscenes, different forms of interaction in the environment and fourth wall breaks, may not be a new thing. But it is certainly the game that comes closest to what was idealized by Sam Lake throughout his career, by playing with these elements in a coherent way, and delivering an experience that is unlike ANY other game I have seen playing videogames for more than 20 years.
And speaking of which, I believe that the most important thing in a game is the experience it gives you, and without a doubt, Alan Wake 2 is a game that cannot be explained. I could say that it is one of the best survival horror titles of recent decades, going head to head with classics like Silent Hill 2 or the original Resident Evil, or I could even say that it has one of the best and most ingenious plots and ways of tell a story that you can find in any medium. But it doesn't make sense, nothing I can say could do him justice.
Alan Wake 2 is a game that needs to be experienced above all else, and I hope everyone can give it a chance someday.
Well, I imagine that a large number of people, when reading this highlighted phrase, will imagine a game that demonstrates cutting-edge technology, photo-realistic visuals, or even surprising performance. But definitely not the case where I wanted to refer to that kind of thing.
Alan Wake 2 tries to push the limits of what is possible to present and (only) achieve through a game. Using different multimedia formats to convey a plot, whether through meta commentary, live action cinematic cutscenes, different forms of interaction in the environment and fourth wall breaks, may not be a new thing. But it is certainly the game that comes closest to what was idealized by Sam Lake throughout his career, by playing with these elements in a coherent way, and delivering an experience that is unlike ANY other game I have seen playing videogames for more than 20 years.
And speaking of which, I believe that the most important thing in a game is the experience it gives you, and without a doubt, Alan Wake 2 is a game that cannot be explained. I could say that it is one of the best survival horror titles of recent decades, going head to head with classics like Silent Hill 2 or the original Resident Evil, or I could even say that it has one of the best and most ingenious plots and ways of tell a story that you can find in any medium. But it doesn't make sense, nothing I can say could do him justice.
Alan Wake 2 is a game that needs to be experienced above all else, and I hope everyone can give it a chance someday.
Outer Wilds
2019
she changed my life
didn't think it'd be possible to make dlc for outer wilds that made any sense, and I also didn't think it would have the slightest chance of being just as good, but I was wrong.
Outer Wilds
2019
the greatest game I have ever played.
might get a concussion just to play it for the first time again.
might get a concussion just to play it for the first time again.
Dark Souls III
2016
definitely warrants a replay from me sometime soon. I really enjoyed it, but it did not leave nearly as big of an impact on me as Dark Souls or even Dark Souls 2.
Dark Souls III
2016
On first playthroughs I enjoyed this more than Bloodborne but now I'd probably place it just below. Dark Souls 3 is a giant leap forward from 2 and arguably better than 1 as well, but not quite perfect. Elden Ring then came and blew them all out of the water.
Elden Ring
2022
cock and ball torture
Elden Ring
2022
Without a shadow of a doubt, this is the best game FromSoftware has ever produced. It is their magnum opus, and now in the pantheon of all-timers for me. An immaculate creation.
Final Fantasy XVI
2023
tears in my eyes bro it gets a little worse everytime what an awful game
Elden Ring
2022
Elden ring is one of the greatest games of all time. From it's world building to it's combat I would consider it perfect. Every single main path boss had a beautiful sound track to match the bosses incredible look. There was not a single fight that felt unfair (apart from Melania) and is one of the only games I loved playing more then one play through of. The world looks stunning, full of so much colour and vibrancy which made it all the more appealing. The only negative thing i can say about this game is it's online feature, which isn't required to play so isn't a big issue. I would give this game a 9.9/10.
