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Comment on Do you have games that you play (almost) exclusively? in ~games
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Comment on Do you have games that you play (almost) exclusively? in ~games
Wolf_359 Link ParentYes! But I wish I hadn't because then I would have more OW to look forward to! DLC was incredible.Yes! But I wish I hadn't because then I would have more OW to look forward to! DLC was incredible.
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Comment on Do you have games that you play (almost) exclusively? in ~games
Wolf_359 Link ParentOh, my list of unfinished games is long. As a younger guy with more time I would often power through. Sometimes it would pay off when the ending was good or the content was overall...Oh, my list of unfinished games is long.
As a younger guy with more time I would often power through. Sometimes it would pay off when the ending was good or the content was overall thought-provoking. As I've gotten older though, and especially now that I have a toddler, I will DNF pretty much anything if I'm not absolutely hooked. Books, shows, movies, games, etc. are on thin ice with me at all times. A hint of boredom and it's done for me lol.
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Comment on Do you have games that you play (almost) exclusively? in ~games
Wolf_359 (edited )LinkOnce I beat a game or get to the point that I've done the big stuff I wanted to do, it's over for me and I can't go back. ADHD (I have enough to share to if anyone wants some) is the disease of...Once I beat a game or get to the point that I've done the big stuff I wanted to do, it's over for me and I can't go back.
ADHD (I have enough to share to if anyone wants some) is the disease of novelty seeking. Being bored is like torture to me, and since it's always now o'clock in my world, a few minutes of boredom can feel like a really long time.
I am astounded that people can replay games or sink time into them beyond beating the main story. My friends go back and replay games with multiple endings while I move on and just Google the other ways it could have ended. I always want the next thing.
That said, there are just a few games that have truly captivated me enough for a replay or a long play.
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Red Dead Redemption 2: Beat it and then started over to platinum it a while later when COVID hit. My platinum run went beyond platinum though, as I wanted to experience every single thing the game had to offer including the many secret events, Easter eggs, and hidden objectives. I collected every secret hat, saw every scary Easter egg, and explored everything thoroughly. It's the only game I truly know everything about. But now that I did that, I know I will never be able to replay it.
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Satisfactory: I may finish this game and take a break, but I have several hundred hours in and haven't beat it yet. I don't know how to explain the hold this game has on me because I have never experienced it before. It's the first game that's ever made me want to take my time. I build factories and then rebuild them when I realize what I could have done better. I am intentionally taking my time because I'm afraid of beating the game and having the joy go away. Even if that does happen, they have DLC planned and I know for sure that I will play any new content in the future.
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The Outer Wilds: Okay, you can't actually replay this one. It's a game where your progress is only locked by knowledge, and beating it once means knowing how to beat it again in less than five minutes next time. But I think about replaying this game constantly. It's my favorite game. If I could come at it fresh each time, it's probably all I would ever play. I included this game because it has caused me to hunt for similar games and play them obsessively. I have spent countless hours playing games that I find when Googling "similar to Outer Wilds." Just played one the other night, in fact. Side note: you will never capture anything quite like it again, but Return of the Obra Dinn, Portal 1 & 2, The Talos Principle 1 & 2, Qubed 2, SOMA, Subnautica, and The Witness are as close as you can get. Excellent games.
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Trials Fusion and Trials Rising: I initially thought these games were stupid. A side scrolling dirt bike game is about the least interesting game concept I can imagine. Then, I saw a YouTube video of a guy playing a track on Ninja difficulty. The thing to understand about Trials is that it starts out as a racing game on easy and medium tracks, but this is just to teach you the controls and get you familiar with the physics. When you get to hard, extreme, and Ninja level tracks, it stops being about racing and starts being about physics, puzzle solving, and muscle memory. You struggle to finish the tracks at all. Then, you get super good and it becomes about racing again sort of. There is a trick though. This game should be paired with a great podcast or audiobook. It kind uses the same parts of your brain as driving or doing the dishes, so you can easily consume audio content. When you have both happening, you can achieve a flow state that actually feels like a high. The hours will melt away. I am careful to suggest this one though, as it has a fairly high barrier to entry. The better you are at the game, the more fun it becomes. It's a tough sell to say, trust me, once you get good at it, it clicks. Kind of like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
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Comment on What keeps you up at night? in ~talk
Wolf_359 (edited )Link ParentAny advice on preventing this? What do you mean when you say take care of your feet? I never think about mine (probably because I haven't had any issues yet).Any advice on preventing this? What do you mean when you say take care of your feet? I never think about mine (probably because I haven't had any issues yet).
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Comment on Satisfactory | 1.1 update teaser in ~games
Wolf_359 Link ParentIt's an interesting dynamic to be sure. On one hand, modders don't have to make mods. They choose to and they can only do so because someone else put in a massive amount of hard work to create the...It's an interesting dynamic to be sure.
On one hand, modders don't have to make mods. They choose to and they can only do so because someone else put in a massive amount of hard work to create the actual game and, in many cases, the assets used in the mods..
On the other hand, modders provide a valuable service, fixing broken aspects of the game, crowd-sourcing ideas, providing a testing ground and ranking the popularity of potential new features, etc. I usually stick to vanilla on most games, but there are a handful of games I would have never even considered playing without mod support, so I do think the modders deserve something (which is why I have supported a few through donations).
Baldur's Gate 3. Amazing game, horrible camera. Drove me so insane I stopped playing it. Got the camera mod and couldn't put it down.
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Comment on Satisfactory | 1.1 update teaser in ~games
Wolf_359 Link ParentI guess my follow up question would be whether or not the modders are compensated in any way? I only ask because I'm pretty sure some of the old Satisfactory mods included items that are literally...I guess my follow up question would be whether or not the modders are compensated in any way?
I only ask because I'm pretty sure some of the old Satisfactory mods included items that are literally 1:1 remakes. Actually, the garage door in this video also appears to be the same as one that exists in a popular mod.
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Comment on Satisfactory | 1.1 update teaser in ~games
Wolf_359 LinkI am unreasonably excited about this. I noticed that some of this stuff exists in mods already, and while my memory isn't perfect, I think I had noticed in early access some time ago that some of...I am unreasonably excited about this.
I noticed that some of this stuff exists in mods already, and while my memory isn't perfect, I think I had noticed in early access some time ago that some of the current items existed in mods from long ago as well.
I wonder, does anyone know if Coffee Stain contracts the modders to add these things? Would be super cool if they did.
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Comment on US President Donald Trump cuts short talks with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Oval Office blow up in ~society
Wolf_359 LinkThis is bad in so many ways. It pisses off Trump's critics and Ukraine's supporters. It pleases Putin. It impresses Trumpers who think this kind of bullying shows strength. The one actual upside...This is bad in so many ways.
It pisses off Trump's critics and Ukraine's supporters.
It pleases Putin.
It impresses Trumpers who think this kind of bullying shows strength.
The one actual upside is that Europe can remove all doubt and go full speed ahead on building up their own militaries. The Euro-Canadian partnership should seriously start moving forward as quickly as they can to cut us out. It breaks my heart and I'm so sorry on behalf of my shameful country.
Sincerely, me and the other 30-50% of Americans who still care.
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Comment on An extended look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A! in ~games
Wolf_359 Link ParentI do appreciate your point! But I genuinely think the game looks objectively bad in terms of jank, graphics, stepping backward from the upgrades made in prior releases, etc. It's hard to ever say...I do appreciate your point! But I genuinely think the game looks objectively bad in terms of jank, graphics, stepping backward from the upgrades made in prior releases, etc.
It's hard to ever say any art is objectively bad, which is probably fair. It's also true that I haven't played the actual game. But this trailer is just screaming "worse player experience in terms of every measure we can make from this preview."
Also, I don't want Elden Ring Pokemon. Perhaps I should have worded it more clearly. I just want an open-world Pokemon packed with meaningful secrets and upgrades to drive exploration - like Elden Ring.
Apologies if my initial post came off as a raging rant. I just want so much more for this franchise. They have everything they need for a culture-changing game...except the game.
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Comment on An extended look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A! in ~games
Wolf_359 LinkYikes my friends. I'm sorry to say that this game looks objectively bad. The graphics look awful, the setting is totally unappealing, the battle system looks janky (walk left to "dodge" an...Yikes my friends. I'm sorry to say that this game looks objectively bad.
The graphics look awful, the setting is totally unappealing, the battle system looks janky (walk left to "dodge" an attack?), and in general this seems like they took a huge step back from Arceus - a game that already fell short of what it could have been.
I think there are two main camps of Pokemon gamers. There are those who want a ground-breaking upgrade that maintains the traditional Red/Blue approach to Pokemon games, and those who just want Breath of the Wild: Pokemon. I'm in the latter camp and this is about the most discouraging trailer I've ever seen for a Pokemon game, which is really saying something.
Live action battle sounds awesome...if you can play as the Pokemon and approach it somewhat like a traditional combat game. Exploration is amazing...except Arceus was pretty bland and empty.
How does such an insanely wealthy franchise manage to put out garbage so consistently?
Here is the Pokemon game I want:
-A gorgeous map with deep, meaningful exploration. The map of botw with the secrets and gear of Elden Ring.-A story I can really get invested in. Something serious and dramatic. Something I care about.
-Characters I care about.
-Explore as a human, fight as a Pokemon.
-Deeper systems. Explore for resources. Get gear for your Pokemon, allot limited points to different skills, etc.
Just take 5-6 years and cook up the ultimate Pokemon game guys. You can keep churning out whatever this is annually in the meantime.
I can't fathom the amount of money they could make if they captured people like me - people who are nostalgic for Pokemon but aren't buying the games because they suck.
Oh, and they could microtransaction the hell out of this hypothetical game if they added a multiplayer, even if it was just cosmetics. Shit, make a Pokemon battle royal for all I care.
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Comment on Stretch My Time Off - Optimise your vacation days in ~life
Wolf_359 LinkVery cool, though not how I prefer to do it. An extra day off when I just had a few is a drop in the bucket. A day or two in the middle of a shitty week when I'm totally overwhelmed is like sweet...Very cool, though not how I prefer to do it.
An extra day off when I just had a few is a drop in the bucket.
A day or two in the middle of a shitty week when I'm totally overwhelmed is like sweet nectar.
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Comment on New users: Ask your questions about Tildes here! (v4) in ~tildes
Wolf_359 Link ParentDefinitely, and I feel like this is mostly covered under "Don't be an asshole."Definitely, and I feel like this is mostly covered under "Don't be an asshole."
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Comment on New users: Ask your questions about Tildes here! (v4) in ~tildes
Wolf_359 Link ParentDefinitely! And I didn't mean to imply that you were implying that either! I was just agreeing with you :)Definitely! And I didn't mean to imply that you were implying that either! I was just agreeing with you :)
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Comment on New users: Ask your questions about Tildes here! (v4) in ~tildes
Wolf_359 LinkWelcome Canadian friends. As part of the ~50% of sane Americans, I'm so fucking sorry. We hate him too. We are confused, sad, and scared. Add Canada to the long list of friends and family members...Welcome Canadian friends.
As part of the ~50% of sane Americans, I'm so fucking sorry. We hate him too. We are confused, sad, and scared. Add Canada to the long list of friends and family members that Trumpism has taken from most of us.
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Comment on New users: Ask your questions about Tildes here! (v4) in ~tildes
Wolf_359 Link ParentThe two commonly accepted ones are Tilderinos and Tildoes. I say commonly accepted, but really I mean that they're the most used of all the rarely used nicknames. Generally I see "Tildes users."The two commonly accepted ones are Tilderinos and Tildoes.
I say commonly accepted, but really I mean that they're the most used of all the rarely used nicknames. Generally I see "Tildes users."
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Comment on New users: Ask your questions about Tildes here! (v4) in ~tildes
Wolf_359 Link ParentI saw those too when I came to Tildes a while back. I've been here long enough to say confidently that people are rarely, if ever, banned for having an unpopular opinion, swearing, or getting a...I saw those too when I came to Tildes a while back. I've been here long enough to say confidently that people are rarely, if ever, banned for having an unpopular opinion, swearing, or getting a little passionate.
I can't recall the exact wording in the Tildes philosophy page and I'm on mobile so I won't look it up right at this moment, but it boils down to this: if you have to seek clarification on what constitutes being an asshole, you're probably an asshole. For the rest of us, it's incredibly easy to just...not be a dick, I guess? We never need to have the rules explained.
I have disagreed, with gusto even, about many issues with many fellow Tildes users. But I've always heard the other person out, made it clear that I respected them even if I didn't respect their position on a sensitive issue, and just generally focused on rational debate rather than grandstanding. Never had a problem. Have never witnessed a ban that I didn't 100% agree with.
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Comment on Looking for guidance: Cost of ADHD medication in ~health.mental
Wolf_359 Link ParentI open my Vyvanse and put it into a water bottle. I usually drink half in the morning, then have one or two more sips later in the day. Sometimes they're big sips because I'm feeling unfocused or...I open my Vyvanse and put it into a water bottle. I usually drink half in the morning, then have one or two more sips later in the day. Sometimes they're big sips because I'm feeling unfocused or just generally have a busy/long day. Many other days, I take little sips and have leftover for the next day.
Works for me! And has saved me before when the pharmacy doesn't have any in stock and I need to dig into my extra for a couple days. Learned early on not to take any more Vyvanse after 3pm though. Even when I have a long night ahead of me. Even a small amount that late will make me have vivid, repetitive dreams that prevent me from feeling rested in the morning.
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Comment on Looking for guidance: Cost of ADHD medication in ~health.mental
Wolf_359 Link ParentIt works better for some people, worse for others. I'm not sure we really understand why, because at the end of the day they're all pretty similar stimulants. Adderall used to be the only thing...It works better for some people, worse for others. I'm not sure we really understand why, because at the end of the day they're all pretty similar stimulants.
Adderall used to be the only thing that worked for me. Vyvanse didn't work at all and just made me feel off. Then I went many years with no ADHD meds. Got back on Adderall and it was making me crash. Now, Vyvanse works wonders with no issues. Why? Who can say.
My advice is to try and find the ADHD med that works for you and figure out a way to get it cheaper. Use services like goodrx, see if the manufacturer has any coupons or even call them directly, talk to your insurance company and be a (polite) pain in the ass.
If none of these pan out for you, then start looking at alternative meds. I think the hassle is worth it because when you find a good dose of a good ADHD medication, it can be life changing.
Other generic advice: start on a very low dose and give it time. The crashes (if you experience them) do subside as you kind of stabilize on the meds. Your appetite will stabilize in time. Sleep disturbances will subside. Avoid caffeine - I stick to one single cup of coffee in the morning and almost never have more during the day. I used to chug it all day - don't do that on the meds. You don't need to.
Be aware that the meds will provide a stark and noticable "high" for the first several weeks. This will not and cannot last. Don't keep chasing higher doses. ADHD meds, when they're working properly, don't feel super different in your moment-to-moment life. You just kind of notice in retrospect that you're more focused, you're doing more stuff than you were before, and you're generally doing better. Watch out for cravings and the desire to double dose. If you do it, you Rob Peter to pay Paul. You will adjust to any dose.
I was lucky. My main addiction back in the day was painkillers but I abused my ADHD meds (and any other drug I could get) as a side effect of this. After getting several years clean from opiates, I was able to get back on ADHD meds without any problems. But just be aware. People who start these meds as adults have the freedom to dispense them to themselves freely, as opposed to children who do not. I think this is a good PSA, but I don't want to scare-monger either. They're life-changing and amazing when all goes well.
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Comment on What are everyone’s favourite pens and stationery items? in ~creative
Wolf_359 Link ParentYep. I have tons. And as a teacher, pens have a nasty habit of walking away when co-workers or students grab them on accident (or sometimes on purpose). I have a few unique colored G2 pens, which...Yep. I have tons. And as a teacher, pens have a nasty habit of walking away when co-workers or students grab them on accident (or sometimes on purpose).
I have a few unique colored G2 pens, which I have filled with black ink. When a student tried to walk away with my pen and claim it was his, I was able to confidently point out that the odds of him owning a purple G2 swapped to Black ink were pretty low and he was lying.
Anyway, I've done a lot of searching and I still haven't found any pen that even comes close to the G2. At this point, I've had the same G2 for probably 4 or 5 years and I just keep putting in ink refills. Can't tell you how satisfying and nerve-wracking it is to have held on to the same pen for that long. I have plenty of extras but now there's a sentimental attachment. Going to be a major bummer when I do finally lose it.
There is an autopilot!
And I promise, the flight controls are very worth learning. They end up being one of the most satisfying parts of the game. Perfectly accounting for acceleration and deceleration, considering gravity and orbits, and then nailing a tricky landing are the most rewarding things once you can get it to happen.