Had a fun time checking out the co-op racing mode in Skylanders SuperChargers with Wyatt. Here is one of the better races we both raced (Left: Wyatt; Right: Bryan).
A Parents Perspective On VR: Being Present
When I’m playing a game, I zone pretty hard into it so that I’m not seeing the room around me anyway. But I also like the option to turn my head and look at other things — for instance, my family if they’re around. I do NOT want my kids to grow up seeing their dad play games with a mask on, shutting them out. If I do play games while they’re awake, it’s nice to have them hop on my lap, take over jumping duties for my character (hop hop hop), and talk with me about the various sights we’re passing. Being able to look at each other and communicate is key to not shutting ourselves in a game. (And wearing headphones is bad enough, sometimes). – Bio Break, “Virtual reality? Thanks, but no thanks.”
Bloodborne: Toolbox
Slowly adding to my Bloodborne toolbox:
- The Front Stab – L2, then R1
- The Backstab – Hold R2 to charge attack, then hit R1
- Leaping Attack – Up on the left analog stick, then hit R2
- L1 transforms a weapon, R2 to charge up
- L2, with a transformed weapon, swings said weapon in a wide arch. Great for enemy groups.
- Pebbles are your friends, use them to draw an enemies attention.
- Put down your gun and swing!
Tales from the Borderlands Episode 3 – Shifting Gears
Taking a break from my Yharnam hunt, I fired up Tales from the Borderlands Episode 3 – Catch a Ride. Telltale’s third act of the Borderlands saga begins to reveal a grander story. The introduction of Gortys, a Pixar-like robot, made me smile. I haven’t finished the episode yet but every plot beat has felt solid so far. Take a moment to check out the introduction:
A Delightful Reminder
Woke up feeling anxious this morning, a heaviness on my chest. Not sure if a chain of nights staying up late has anything to do with it, but I’m exhausted.
Have been going through a period of bitterness and a lack of hope. Just feeling like I will never move beyond my current job, no matter how hard I try to break free. Reminded that God delights in every detail of our lives, that God holds us in His hand, I needed that this morning. Thought I’d share.
