CHC - Zack 🎮
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Player of video games, occasional gaming writer | Love me any and all games - if you love games, follow and chat me up
🎮 Now Playing: Ball x Pit | Khazan
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I’m super proud of myself for not giving into the temptation of not finishing BallxPit
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
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NEW: I spoke to Team Cherry about Silksong DLC, cut content, difficulty settings, storytelling, what they were thinking with Bilewater, the lack of signposting for Act 3, whether they'll do another Hollow Knight game, and much, much more www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
The Makers of ‘Silksong’ Aren’t Done Just Yet
The developers at Team Cherry tell us they’re working on new content for their popular action game
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November 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM
NEW: I spoke to Team Cherry about Silksong DLC, cut content, difficulty settings, storytelling, what they were thinking with Bilewater, the lack of signposting for Act 3, whether they'll do another Hollow Knight game, and much, much more www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
I will always champion Expedition 33 - and 50% off on PS5 is way more than worth it
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (PS5/XSX) is $35.64 US Dollars at VGP buff.ly/J2YVkio
PNP buff.ly/OynZSow
All VGP deals buff.ly/B2wm2B6
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PNP buff.ly/OynZSow
All VGP deals buff.ly/B2wm2B6
All PNP Games deals buff.ly/MYwEWYD #ad
November 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
I will always champion Expedition 33 - and 50% off on PS5 is way more than worth it
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Ours was a bit weird with illness but in better news, I finished my 16th game this year!
Powerwash Simulator is a solid 8/10 in my books. Absolutely one of those games you just shut your brain off and chill. Perfect for post-Thanksgiving stress.
Onto the next game!
Powerwash Simulator is a solid 8/10 in my books. Absolutely one of those games you just shut your brain off and chill. Perfect for post-Thanksgiving stress.
Onto the next game!
November 28, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Ours was a bit weird with illness but in better news, I finished my 16th game this year!
Powerwash Simulator is a solid 8/10 in my books. Absolutely one of those games you just shut your brain off and chill. Perfect for post-Thanksgiving stress.
Onto the next game!
Powerwash Simulator is a solid 8/10 in my books. Absolutely one of those games you just shut your brain off and chill. Perfect for post-Thanksgiving stress.
Onto the next game!
Nothing like spending Thanksgiving by yourself with one of the little ones because they have Hand, Foot, Mouth 😷
a cartoon character is laying in a bed with a pillow
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November 27, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Nothing like spending Thanksgiving by yourself with one of the little ones because they have Hand, Foot, Mouth 😷
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Legit one of the greatest games ever made IMO and I've had that opinion from it's launch. I was lucky that I managed to avoid most issues.
THe story, the characters, the relationships, how immersive the first person perspective is!
WHAT
A
GAME
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THe story, the characters, the relationships, how immersive the first person perspective is!
WHAT
A
GAME
‼️‼️‼️‼️
November 26, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Legit one of the greatest games ever made IMO and I've had that opinion from it's launch. I was lucky that I managed to avoid most issues.
THe story, the characters, the relationships, how immersive the first person perspective is!
WHAT
A
GAME
‼️‼️‼️‼️
THe story, the characters, the relationships, how immersive the first person perspective is!
WHAT
A
GAME
‼️‼️‼️‼️
At times, Hades 2 has my attention.
Other times, it’s either Battlefield 6 or Powerwash Simulator 2.
Occasionally, it’s Khazan. Or Octopath. Or any one of my backlogged games.
But this week…this week is tough
Other times, it’s either Battlefield 6 or Powerwash Simulator 2.
Occasionally, it’s Khazan. Or Octopath. Or any one of my backlogged games.
But this week…this week is tough
November 26, 2025 at 9:05 PM
At times, Hades 2 has my attention.
Other times, it’s either Battlefield 6 or Powerwash Simulator 2.
Occasionally, it’s Khazan. Or Octopath. Or any one of my backlogged games.
But this week…this week is tough
Other times, it’s either Battlefield 6 or Powerwash Simulator 2.
Occasionally, it’s Khazan. Or Octopath. Or any one of my backlogged games.
But this week…this week is tough
Not gonna lie, and not that I would probably play these, but these are pretty cool additions. Kudos Nintendo. Neat for game preservation too.
However…
However…
November 26, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Not gonna lie, and not that I would probably play these, but these are pretty cool additions. Kudos Nintendo. Neat for game preservation too.
However…
However…
These are just some games I hope to play next year (and hope to actually complete them)
Do you have any games you’re planning to play?
Cosmic Invasion - LOVE the old school best em ups
Lego Batman - it’s Lego Arkham, let’s be real
Slay The Spire 2 - go distract me from 1
OT0 - love some Octopath
Do you have any games you’re planning to play?
Cosmic Invasion - LOVE the old school best em ups
Lego Batman - it’s Lego Arkham, let’s be real
Slay The Spire 2 - go distract me from 1
OT0 - love some Octopath
November 25, 2025 at 9:08 PM
These are just some games I hope to play next year (and hope to actually complete them)
Do you have any games you’re planning to play?
Cosmic Invasion - LOVE the old school best em ups
Lego Batman - it’s Lego Arkham, let’s be real
Slay The Spire 2 - go distract me from 1
OT0 - love some Octopath
Do you have any games you’re planning to play?
Cosmic Invasion - LOVE the old school best em ups
Lego Batman - it’s Lego Arkham, let’s be real
Slay The Spire 2 - go distract me from 1
OT0 - love some Octopath
So I don’t think I’m quite gonna make my goal of 25 games in 2025…but it’s more than I’ve done in previous years!!!!
The ones I did finish up were solid plays, and I really enjoyed each one. And the top line was a solid line up
The ones I did finish up were solid plays, and I really enjoyed each one. And the top line was a solid line up
November 25, 2025 at 8:14 PM
So I don’t think I’m quite gonna make my goal of 25 games in 2025…but it’s more than I’ve done in previous years!!!!
The ones I did finish up were solid plays, and I really enjoyed each one. And the top line was a solid line up
The ones I did finish up were solid plays, and I really enjoyed each one. And the top line was a solid line up
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Fanatical's Capcom All-Stars bundle is here and has a great choice of #SteamDeck games, from Onimusha to Resident Evil, Monster Hunter to Ace Attorney:
steamdeckhq.com/news/fanatic...
steamdeckhq.com/news/fanatic...
Fanatical's Capcom All-Stars Bundle - Steam Deck HQ
Fanatical's Capcom All-Stars bundle has a great choice of games, from Onimusha to Resident Evil, Monster Hunter to Ace Attorney.
steamdeckhq.com
November 25, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Fanatical's Capcom All-Stars bundle is here and has a great choice of #SteamDeck games, from Onimusha to Resident Evil, Monster Hunter to Ace Attorney:
steamdeckhq.com/news/fanatic...
steamdeckhq.com/news/fanatic...
I need honest opinions:
How is Doom: The Dark Ages?
It’s over 50% off on Fanatical, and the modern Doom games have been some of my favorites. Loved 2016, thoroughly enjoyed Eternal.
Thoughts? Opinions? Criticisms?
Link for those interested: bit.ly/4iugHjZ
How is Doom: The Dark Ages?
It’s over 50% off on Fanatical, and the modern Doom games have been some of my favorites. Loved 2016, thoroughly enjoyed Eternal.
Thoughts? Opinions? Criticisms?
Link for those interested: bit.ly/4iugHjZ
November 25, 2025 at 1:57 AM
I need honest opinions:
How is Doom: The Dark Ages?
It’s over 50% off on Fanatical, and the modern Doom games have been some of my favorites. Loved 2016, thoroughly enjoyed Eternal.
Thoughts? Opinions? Criticisms?
Link for those interested: bit.ly/4iugHjZ
How is Doom: The Dark Ages?
It’s over 50% off on Fanatical, and the modern Doom games have been some of my favorites. Loved 2016, thoroughly enjoyed Eternal.
Thoughts? Opinions? Criticisms?
Link for those interested: bit.ly/4iugHjZ
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There are some great new #SteamDeck Verified and Playable games to enjoy this week, including ARC Raiders, Possessor(s), Quake 2, and more:
steamdeckhq.com/steam-deck-v...
steamdeckhq.com/steam-deck-v...
Steam Deck Verified/Playable Highlights 11/17/25 - 11/23/25 - Steam Deck HQ
There are some great new Steam Deck Verified and Playable games to enjoy this week, including ARC Raiders, Possessor(s), Quake 2, and more.
steamdeckhq.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:34 PM
There are some great new #SteamDeck Verified and Playable games to enjoy this week, including ARC Raiders, Possessor(s), Quake 2, and more:
steamdeckhq.com/steam-deck-v...
steamdeckhq.com/steam-deck-v...
Finally rolled credits on BallxPit.
Very very fun game that has that “one more run” itch. Hopefully there will be some DLC!
About 29 hours to finish up (with more than necessary idle time) Might go for 100%.
But now, we move to focusing on Khazan (which I totally forgot came out THIS YEAR)
Very very fun game that has that “one more run” itch. Hopefully there will be some DLC!
About 29 hours to finish up (with more than necessary idle time) Might go for 100%.
But now, we move to focusing on Khazan (which I totally forgot came out THIS YEAR)
November 24, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Finally rolled credits on BallxPit.
Very very fun game that has that “one more run” itch. Hopefully there will be some DLC!
About 29 hours to finish up (with more than necessary idle time) Might go for 100%.
But now, we move to focusing on Khazan (which I totally forgot came out THIS YEAR)
Very very fun game that has that “one more run” itch. Hopefully there will be some DLC!
About 29 hours to finish up (with more than necessary idle time) Might go for 100%.
But now, we move to focusing on Khazan (which I totally forgot came out THIS YEAR)
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Nintendo shared Metroid Prime 4 Planet Viewros environment screenshots!
November 24, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Nintendo shared Metroid Prime 4 Planet Viewros environment screenshots!
Expedition 33 is too good. I’ve beaten it but it’s one of the very few I want to go back and replay, but on PC/Steam Deck.
I hate I saw it on sale. Now you’ll hate it too: buff.ly/gUVwqs0
I hate I saw it on sale. Now you’ll hate it too: buff.ly/gUVwqs0
November 23, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Expedition 33 is too good. I’ve beaten it but it’s one of the very few I want to go back and replay, but on PC/Steam Deck.
I hate I saw it on sale. Now you’ll hate it too: buff.ly/gUVwqs0
I hate I saw it on sale. Now you’ll hate it too: buff.ly/gUVwqs0
*sees Paper Mario on sale while looking at my backlog*
November 23, 2025 at 5:06 PM
*sees Paper Mario on sale while looking at my backlog*
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Xbox 360 is now 20 years old (November 22, 2005)
November 22, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Xbox 360 is now 20 years old (November 22, 2005)
Immediately humbled because I forget the underground worm assholes exist and the game thrives on misery
November 23, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Immediately humbled because I forget the underground worm assholes exist and the game thrives on misery
Dipped into Khazan while BallxPit was running.
One of the best feelings is thrashing around the one boss that made you take a break from the game. Thrashing to the point where you think “wait wtf, that’s it? That’s what stopped me?”
I made that demon deer boss my bitch tonight.
One of the best feelings is thrashing around the one boss that made you take a break from the game. Thrashing to the point where you think “wait wtf, that’s it? That’s what stopped me?”
I made that demon deer boss my bitch tonight.
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November 23, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Dipped into Khazan while BallxPit was running.
One of the best feelings is thrashing around the one boss that made you take a break from the game. Thrashing to the point where you think “wait wtf, that’s it? That’s what stopped me?”
I made that demon deer boss my bitch tonight.
One of the best feelings is thrashing around the one boss that made you take a break from the game. Thrashing to the point where you think “wait wtf, that’s it? That’s what stopped me?”
I made that demon deer boss my bitch tonight.
Finally did my Game Awards voting. A lot more variety than I though but Expedition 33 is still king
November 23, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Finally did my Game Awards voting. A lot more variety than I though but Expedition 33 is still king
Has it REALLY been 11 years since Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire came out?! 👴
These were peak 3DS games and the best Pokemon remakes by far. Doesn’t help they were remakes of my favorite childhood gen too.
These were peak 3DS games and the best Pokemon remakes by far. Doesn’t help they were remakes of my favorite childhood gen too.
November 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Has it REALLY been 11 years since Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire came out?! 👴
These were peak 3DS games and the best Pokemon remakes by far. Doesn’t help they were remakes of my favorite childhood gen too.
These were peak 3DS games and the best Pokemon remakes by far. Doesn’t help they were remakes of my favorite childhood gen too.
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This is absolutely frying me 🤣🤣
November 20, 2025 at 6:55 PM
This is absolutely frying me 🤣🤣
FUCK I FORGOT KIRBY RELEASES TODAY TOO NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I’m super proud of myself for not giving into the temptation of not finishing BallxPit
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
November 20, 2025 at 11:39 AM
FUCK I FORGOT KIRBY RELEASES TODAY TOO NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I’m super proud of myself for not giving into the temptation of not finishing BallxPit
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
November 20, 2025 at 3:20 AM
I’m super proud of myself for not giving into the temptation of not finishing BallxPit
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
Games I’ve been tempted to play instead:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Skyrim (idk)
- Bananza
- Hades 2
- Expedition 33 Round 2
- Pokemon Z-A (next to finish up)
- Stanley Parable
But I’ve stayed with it so far!!!
That feeling of needing to resist starting up Baldur’s Gate 3
a man with a beard says it 's very tempting in yellow letters
ALT: a man with a beard says it 's very tempting in yellow letters
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November 16, 2025 at 10:11 PM
That feeling of needing to resist starting up Baldur’s Gate 3