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Levi Winslow
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ngl i had a hard time integrating that bit of history without bogging the blog down. it’s mentioned in the first graf but since this isn’t about thehappyhob i thought that quick reference would suffice. ofc this has been done two times before and as i mentioned dino isn’t the first person to do the hitless god run 3.… Read more

i’m also stoked about what evil west is doing. the gameplay looks crunchy and reminds me of gears of wars combat so i’m hoping is p solid Read more

you read it here first folks: quaxly is scarlet and violet’s unofficial mascot Read more

according to urban dictionary it “normally refers to a change admired or cherished in the LGBTQ+ community or boss-bitch culture” while wiktionary says it’s “the process of making something LGBTQ+-adjacent.” basically although it doesn’t necessarily mean this thing is gay it does apply that affectation to make this… Read more

it’s a hilarious (to me anyway) nickname for president joseph robinette biden jr that’s used both positively and negatively by the left and right respectively Read more

that tension def added to the terror of the game Read more

idk why but in my headcannon i always assumed deathloop was part of dishonored’s universe so while a cool revelation i wasn’t that surprised by it. both are excellent games tho and i def need to finish deathloop soon Read more

yeah i was taken aback by that but i see it as just some of the tension between the community and fandom even if it isn’t the best example of that tension Read more

i almost included the fire giant bc of his big-ass size and stupid-ass damage output but alas astel, naturalborn of the void creeped the hell outta me Read more

lol just lemme have this ok??? (but you’re totally right) Read more

totally agree. i played sfv at the height of its launch and thought it was fine but wanted something more welcoming to new players. street fighter 6 is that, something that actually wants new players to learn and enjoy its gameplay Read more

big same. wasn’t sure whether i’d like street fighter 6 but after playing the game - and getting my ass whooped pretty often - i found myself wanting to play just one more match. it’s weird but street fighter 6 is actually hella inviting Read more

i agree. bloodborne is one of those games that almost discourages exploration by the sheer hostility of its world and the insight mechanic. it’s such a horrific, evocative game that i hope gets remastered and / or inspires other soulslikes Read more