The author reflects on their love for the Gears of War franchise, sharing nostalgia about playing with friends and family. They recently replayed Gears of War: Judgment, appreciating its gameplay, story, and character dynamics despite some criticism about its place in the series. They express excitement for the upcoming Gears game and invite others to share their thoughts.
Hey everyone! It's been a little while since I posted one of these updates. I figured today I would throw some updates at you! So the new year is right around the corner. I've definitely felt like I've been riding a roller coaster throughout this year. I feel like I've ended up right where I... Continue Reading →
In early October, the author deleted social media from their phone to curb endless scrolling and focus on productivity. They aim to engage more with their blog instead, noting that most views come from email subscribers. Though initially an adjustment, the break is intended to improve personal development and creativity.
I still remember back in 2009 when Prototype was getting released. It was getting launched at the same time as Infamous, a PlayStation 3 exclusive title. There was definitely some back and forth between the two games, both being kind of superhero/anti-hero-type games. Both had superpowers and sweet movement systems. Since I didn't have a... Continue Reading →
After The Division Heartlands' cancellation, I revisited Tom Clancy games, briefly trying Ghost Recon Breakpoint. However, I returned to The Division 2 due to its captivating gameplay. The shift to a new character per season is intriguing but has caused a stir among dedicated players. With new content and an unfinished DLC, I'm eager to delve back in.
The Kingdom franchise has been around for several years now. A 2D side scroller resource management sim was first released back in 2015. It gained a ton of popularity for its simplicity and addictive gameplay. I definitely enjoyed each of the released games but never played them all long enough to beat them. They were... Continue Reading →
In 2023, New World has been a relaxing escape, especially during Season 3 and the new expansion, Rise of the Angry Earth. The addition of the flail weapon and mounts enhanced gameplay. A weekly ritual of gaming and podcasting has provided welcome consistency.
Hello everyone! It's time for another Tired Update! Per usual, it's been a while since the last post, but a lot has changed in the last few months. So let's get into it. Last year I moved into a much smaller place for a while. I thought I could get back on track with many... Continue Reading →
I've been looking forward to a comeback for Assassin's Creed, and I think Mirage might be it. Assassin's Creed is one of my favorite game franchises. I've been a diehard fan for many, many years. I've played all the mainline games, outside of Rogue (I dunno why), and have enjoyed them all. For me though,... Continue Reading →
2023 Might be one of the hardest years I have had, but maybe I can finish it off strong.
The Tired Obsidian 