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Alex Chen Was the Perfect Protagonist For Life is Strange: True Colors
After multiple playthroughs I have to admit, I absolutely adore the direction LiS True Colors went in terms of the 'superpower' and Alex truly struck me as the absolute perfect character for her role. Her calm, introverted nature works so well to establish and influence her powers of empathy, and this made her really likable from the moment I started playing - plus, this made her character development and confrontations so much more satisfying to watch. Alex did a brilliant job at connecting to others with her powers, providing so much more insight into them for the player, that she then used that to make genuine connections and help people. This was so interesting to play, as well as wholesome and rewarding on so many different occasions. Truly, Alex felt so authentic from start to finish.
What Do You Think of Additional Companion Mods in Baldur's Gate 3?
Over at Nexus Mods, there have already been some pretty impressive steps taken towards incorporating brand new additional companions to meet, befriend, and incorporate into your party throughout your playthrough. I am incredibly excited to see where these kinds of mods go, especially as some indicate hopes of unique quest lines for these characters, as well as potential voice acting. I'm one of the many who hopes for the likes of full additional custom campaigns or additional Acts DLC mods in the future, so progression such as this definitely gets me excited to see more.
After Echoes Of Wisdom, I'd Like To See a Zelda Game With Impa As The Main Character
Echoes of Wisdom?made it clear that we can have more?Zelda?games where Link isn't the protagonist. I'd love to see Impa shine as a main character. She has in several games and they've all made it clear that she is a very interesting lady. Additionally, getting to play as Impa in?Age of Calamity?made her even cooler in my eyes. There is a lot to tell about this character and what she has experienced over the years. Who do you think would fit the roll of main character in a?Zelda?game?
What Fortnite Battle Pass Would You Buy If It Came Back?
I didn't miss that many Battle Passes since Fortnite?first launched. However, I'll never forgive myself for skipping the Chapter 1 Season 3 Battle Pass when I first started playing. I had more than enough time to finish it - at least enough of it to make it worth purchasing - but I decided against it at the time.
What Do You Score Sniper Elite: Resistance Out Of 10?
A lot of players have been vocal about Sniper Elite: Resistance being more of a standalone DLC than a full game. However, as a longtime Sniper Elite fan, I loved it just as much as any other title. The game is on the short side, but it is mechanically sound and polished. I rate Sniper Elite: Resistance a 7/10. This could have easily been a 9/10, had the game either had more missions for its base campaign, or had made its existing maps bigger and more elaborate. What would you rate the game as in its current state, and how could it have ranked higher? If you'd like to share your score and thoughts on the game, you can also post your own review of the game via Game Rant's?Sniper Elite: Resistance?page!
In Civilization Games, Do You Usually Go Wide Or Tall?
In previous?Civ?games, I would usually aim to settle around three to four cities for my Science and Culture victory playthroughs, and build up. But in?Civ 7?the way Towns and cities interact seems to encourage players to go wide, so it feels like the better strategy.
What Advice Would You Give To Someone Starting a New Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Save?
The secret ingredient to having the best possible KCD2 start is crime. Grab yourself some nice starting gear by stealing a Troskowitz town guard's keys and looting their armory. After that, you'll be set for the rest of this half of the game (or at least until you find better equipment).
If You Could Have Any Dog From A Video Game As A Pet In Real Life, Who Would You Pick?
I'd love to give Meeko from Skyrim a home, mainly because I hate thinking of the poor thing being left all alone at his deceased owner's shack. I'd also love to adopt Bear from The Last of Us Part 2 just to ensure that Ellie wouldn't ever come into contact with him. To be honest, there are very few video game dogs that I wouldn't adopt. If I had the space, I'd probably even adopt Fenrir from God of War Ragnarok.
What Features From Previous Civ Games Would You Bring Back To Civ 7?
I think it would be really neat to get the Map Replay feature from?Civilization 5?back. At the end of the game, the Map Replay would show everything that happened across the entire game world, and allow players to watch it or parse through to find specific turns. It was a really neat feature that was sorely missing from?Civ 6?and I'd love to see it come back in an update to?Civ 7.
I Didn't Think Helldivers 2 Could Get Crazier Until They Added Portable Hellbombs
Of all the things to be added to Helldivers 2, a Hellbomb backpack was one of the things I least expected. It saves a ton of time when it comes to destroying large objectives, and if you ever find yourself bogged down by enemies or otherwise stuck in the thick of things, at least you'll go out with a very big and democratic boom.
What Old Monster Hunter Armor Set Do You Want To See in MH Wilds?
I really want to use the Safi'Jiiva armor set together with the new weapon moves in MH WIlds, but since that's pretty much a pipe dream, I at least want to see the Buff Body set. I don't care if I have to fight a dozen angry Rajang to get my muscle suit back.
Which Leaders Do You Hope Will Be Added To Civ 7 In DLC?
I would still really like to see a Rasputin leader in?Civ 7. He would fit into the rest of the?Civ 7?Leaders as someone who was influential without having been a head of state, and there's a lot of potential for abilities he could have. I'd imagine him to be a Diplomatic and Cultural leader with abilities that enhance his religion in the Exploration age, maybe by making his missionaries unkillable or have more charges, and abilities that add some bonus to Espionage diplomatic actions.
Which Civilizations Do You Think Will Be Added In Civ 7 DLC?
They've already confirmed it's on the way, but I would like to see a Britain civ for the Modern or Exploration Age in?Civ 7. I would imagine it to be a Diplomatic and Currency-oriented civ that enhances naval units somehow, and perhaps comes with a unique Merchant (like the Han civ).?
Do You Like Civ Switching In Civ 7? Why Or Why Not?
I thought I would hate the idea of swapping civs in?Civilization 7, but as I've played the game more, I actually quite like the mechanic. Each Age feels separate, but connected, from the previous one, and the historical narrative checks out as civilizations rise and fall over time.?
What Would You Change First About The Civ 7 UI?
I can get past the style of the Civ 7 UI, but I am surprised at how little information we are given in just about every facet of the game. The City menus are less informative, you can't tell what buildings are on a tile just by looking at them, the Civlopedia and tutorials don't cover everything that's changed from previous?Civ?games, and in general it's difficult to quickly understand anything visually. I'm glad the devs have the UI as their number-one priority because it's severely lacking features right now.
What Do You Score Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Out Of 10?
For me, it's a solid 9.5/10. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has one of the most immersive RPG worlds I've played so far, and even though I'm not a fan of this type of setting, it still managed to draw me in and completely capture my attention with how detailed everything is. I'd give it a perfect score if not for minor nitpicks regarding certain combat animations, but overall, I really like it, and we'd love to know how you feel about the game too over at our?Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?page!
Who Do You Think Is Cloud's True Love In Final Fantasy 7, Aerith Or Tifa?
Though a case can be made for both love interests, it's hard to ignore the bond Cloud shares with Tifa. It's also important to remember Aerith's love for Zack, which further complicates the feelings she harbors for Cloud. Does she actually like Cloud, or does she simply like how he reminds her of her past love? It's definitely a complicated situation, but I feel that Cloud and Tifa are simply a better fit when it comes to love.
What's A Popular Game You've Always Wanted To Play But Haven't Yet?
I've heard a lot of good things about Red Dead Redemption 2, but I've never played it. I hope to check it out someday.
Name That One Game You Just Couldn't Bring Yourself To Finish
I never beat the original Resident Evil 4. All the quick time events became too frustrating and I put the game down. I'm glad that games have, for the most part, moved away from that mechanic.
What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 7, 2025)
It's a most wonderful month for new releases, so I'd imagine a lot of you will be getting into?Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?or?Civ 7! I, on the other hand, will be continuing my playthrough of the original?Kingdom Come: Deliverance. The sequel miiiight come after, or I might wait a while and try something else from my backlog of shame.