February 1, 2021

February Gaming Goals

I’ve never really posted end-of-month reviews before, let alone significant gaming goals but I’d like to give it a try for 2021 to see if I can stay on top of making regular posts and to see if I can actually accomplish what I set out to do with my limited time.

FFXIV:

Reach level 80 in at least one class. My dancer is pretty close, 76, I see this as a simple goal – but because my time is limited and I have the attention span of a peanut, it’s still something I feel like I need to set a goal for.

Reach 80 in a crafting profession (not gathering). I believe I’m 78 in goldsmithing – I have no idea what it will take for me to reach 80, but I’m hoping I can do it. It’s another one of those ‘we’ll just have to see’ moments.

World of Warcraft:

  • Continue gold making – an easy goal, this is rather like breathing for me. I have a good stock I put on the AH, and I’ll probably just continue that.
  • Reach 60 on two more characters – another pretty simple goal. My rogue on Winterhoof is 57 and as soon as another trainer shows up in Dalaran I’m pretty confident I’ll reach 60. Getting one more alt to 60 will help with my crafting process. I think the paladin will be next in line (my blacksmith).
  • I’m keeping my goals here small, because I have been a little less than enthralled with WoW lately, and I don’t want to pressure myself into playing if I’m just not feeling it.

Wurm Online:

  • Continue deed work on Cadence. This is where my Fo priest lives (100 faith baby!) and a worker. The main buildings are done, but I need higher masonry for additional floors.
  • Complete the temple on Independence. I need to mine slate for this, and then create bricks, and create a whole lot of mortar. Not a difficult task, just a boring one. I’ve been procrastinating.
  • Complete a bit more of the shipyard building on Independence. I’m not sure I’ll actually get to this one, but I’ll list it anyway.

Wurm Unlimited:

  • Complete at least two more buildings on Liberty. I’ve been re-building my deed here, and while it’s slow going it IS coming along. I’m pretty proud of being able to re-create my old home by salvaging goods across the lands. So far I have had very minimal mining/brick making required. I managed to pillage all sorts of furniture, and the main floor of each building is completed, so I just need the other stories.
  • I’m keeping goals here loose for now since I already have a lot on my gaming plate.

General Gaming:

  • Try at least one new steam game. I have a LOT of them. A lot of neglected games. Games I’ve never even started up. Let’s try to change that a bit and play something – anything – even if it’s just for an hour. I’m pretty sure I can make time to do that in 2021.

The 5 Best Video Games of 2020, Ranked

The gaming industry recorded some significant growth in 2020 despite the challenges the world was facing. The games have also become more attractive as technological innovations have made them more immersive and encapsulating. Online casinos like Mohegan Sun got an influx of new players looking for entertaining games. However, not all games attracted the same attention. Some games proved to be preferable to others. What were the top 5 video games of 2020? Read on to find out.

5. Ori and the Will of the Wisps (93)

Five years after Ori and the Blind Forest won the Xbox Game of the Year, Moon Studios released another touching and beautiful sequel – Ori and the Will of the Wisps. Besides the game’s incredible art direction, it also boasts unique environments and well-thought-out levels and puzzles. The game’s predecessor bagged the BAFTA for Artistic Achievement in 2016, and Ori and the Will of the Wisps looks set to win the same award. 

4. Half-Life: Alyx (93)

After almost 13 years, Valve stunned the gaming world when they finally stated they were releasing a new entry to the classic Half-Life series. Robin Walker of Valve explained in an interview that the company decided not to make the highly awaited Half-Life 3. He also claimed that the weight of expectations surrounding the game made it a frighteningly overwhelming prospect. 

Half-Life: Alyx happens between Half-Life and Half-Life 2. The game looked to continue the series’ tradition of trailblazing in technology matters in the gaming industry. The use of VR in this release was a success, and it offered a different dimension to the series’ combat and puzzle-solving. 

If Valve releases Half-Life 3, it will be interesting to see if they continue using VR and its effect on the future of the VR headsets. 

3. Hades (93)

Supergiant Games released Hades’ early-access game in 2018, but they fully released the game in 2020. Critics praised the game’s intricate story deftly entwined with the gameplay and its layered combat and postgame content. 

Metacritic list Hades twice in their top ten list as the PC iteration of the game scored 92. However, in this ranking, the Switch edition edges out the PC edition narrowly. 

2. The Last of Us Part II (93)

The Last of Us Part II was highly anticipated by gamers worldwide after its predecessor became one of the most loved ones in modern gaming. Initially, it received a lot of negative views despite having up to 25 hours of gameplay. But, once the situation became calm and gamers played the game, many acknowledged why the game was getting much praise from critics. 

The game’s divisive storyline was the primary source of the criticism, but it is subject to personal preference. Nevertheless, you will enjoy the outstanding sound design and gameplay mechanics. 

1. Persona 5 Royal (95)

A high school might not sound like the most attractive place to visit in a fictional or non-fictional video game. But, Persona 5 Royal creates a captivating story based on social relationships and supernatural spheres. The game is an improved version of Persona 5 and comes with new features like a third semester and a new palace. Players will also find a new Phantom Thief member Kasumi Yoshizawa. What makes it the best is its depth, which takes around 100 hours to complete.