I wish GOG would get on the Linux train a bit more.

Iirc, they’re the least profitable of the three big stores, so I understand that it might be difficult to devote the resources needed, but given that they have Linux versions of some games, it would be nice if they’d make a flatpak of Galaxy (or maybe they should just give their Galaxy dev budget to Heroic).

Like I said, it ticks the boxes for some people, and if you’re patient enough (pun intended), you can absolutely play for free and still have plenty to do.

I think I put $60 into the game over time, setting that limit intentionally, and I had a good enough time just making use of the free pulls and battle pass. You’ll definitely hit a wall of the end of the content, but they’ve added several things since I last played, so there will likely be plenty to do.

Sidenote: there’s no difference between the two MCs other than gender, so play as the one you think looks the best.

Give Genshin a try, but be warned in advance that they have an “energy” system that determines how much actual gameplay you’ll get to enjoy. It refreshes every 12 hours (without paid boosters), but iirc, they give you some freebie energy boosts in the beginning to get you hooked.

As pretty as the game is, the hours of grind needed to make progress on leveling your characters and gear, and the relative lack of content when your energy gauge is refreshing, made me leave (someone will point out quests, but once those are done, they’re done, and you’ll still need to grind on top of that).

But there’s people who still love it. Maybe you will, too.

That’s been my experience, too! I was a little worried, after I got out the first time, that I would have no more reason to keep playing, but they did a good job giving the player something(s) to keep working towards.

Playing through Hades 1. I never got out of Hades until this time around, and I’m having fun grinding to complete some of the fated choices and lounge renovations.

That’s interesting. Do you have a link, by chance? I’d love to read more

Deus Ex Mankind Divided.

Just getting started, but it’s been pretty fun so far. Not really appreciating how much it echoes the current happenings in society, though…

I love Hidden Folks! Hidden Through Time is another that’s basically the same but with color.

Translation: We don’t feel like taking the effort to support Linux, so we need a scapegoat.

I don’t think that would fit on the earbuds.

https://scarbir.com/ is my go-to for TWS reviews.

You can get decent TWS buds without paying tons of money. I currently have the Soundcore Space A40, and the battery still lasts for 6-7h after almost two years of constant use (8-10h brand new).

If you’re paying over $100, you’re probably overpaying.