hanecco
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I currently dont have the money to buy games, because I'm unemployed. And because I'm unemployed, I have a lot of time to play games.
Which means I play the games I already own, or... I get them for free, somehow.
Here's what I'm currently playing.
Pokémon SoulSilver
i have an authentic copy of SS from when I was a child. It originally came with a complete living shiny Pokédex hacked into it, which was cool when I was a kid, but I'd like to actually play the game this time around.
Compared to the newer Pokémon games, SoulSilver is much slower-paced, with more emphasis placed on grinding because the gym leaders' Pokémon are way too strong (and use really smart strategies). And you know what, I like that a lot. It makes me feel like I'm getting more out of the game. Gen IV's graphics aren't my favourite but it does its job.
However, I've only played SoulSilver while travelling long distances, like on the train. Time really flies. I'm not sure why I never play it at home - I think it's to do with my mental health issues and the amount of procrastination they cause.
Persona 3
I was introduced to Persona through the OST "Moon reaching stars" back in... 2013? And then I found out it was an edgy RPG, so it's been on my "want to play" list ever since.
I'm emulating it with several mods - x3 experience from battles to eliminate grinding, plus HD textures and wide-screen. I know I'm missing out on the battle experience because of the exp mod but I feel like my brain doesn't have the resources to get frustrated at something insignificant right now. Maybe on a second playthrough.
At first the school simulation seemed like it would get overly repetitive. It isn't, as long as you're willing to plan out your day properly. The existential themes of the game are really hammered in by this part of the gameplay. Social links are generally comprised of gag characters going through generic social issues - they're definitely not as deep as some fans imply - but the time management aspect of the game is what makes them meaningful. You're choosing to spend your limited time with these people instead of just sleeping or gambling or whatever. I wish the side characters were less generic, but the game doesn't especially suffer because of it.