matt

matt, 7 days ago to random

It’s rare that I play games in the year of their release, but I’m making an exception for Prince of Persia: the Lost Crown, as I bought it on day 1 and only just getting round to starting it.

Found it tough going at the start (I’ve never been good at parry timing in games), but slowly working my way through. Switched the dialogue audio to Farsi for a more authentic experience.

#ShareYourGames

matt, 8 days ago to random

Finished What Remains of Edith Finch on the Steam Deck over the last couple of nights. A short walking sim/light puzzle game where the protagonist attempts to unravel a mystery about why everyone in her extended family has died.

Quite poignant and eerie, I enjoyed it a lot! #ShareYourGames

matt, 9 days ago to random

Finally finished BioShock tonight after 17 years and two previous failed attempts!

Finally clicked as I played it more like an immersive sim than a straight FPS, and while it has some flaws (endless pipe mania, basically a corridor shooter and slightly awkward combat), the visual design, plasmids and tonics elevated it into something more than the sum of its parts. #ShareYourGames

1/2

matt, 14 days ago to random

Kickstarted my #PS3 collection with some cheap games from CeX — average price, £2! #ShareYourGames

matt, 17 days ago to random

Here’s the latest addition to my collection: a red super-slim PS3! It’s got a sliding mechanism for the disc tray, which I think is very cute. :ablobcatheart: #ShareYourGames

Identical to the last image except the eject button has been pressed. Unlike the regular and slim editions of this console, the disc cover slides downwards to reveal the drive. There is no disc inside, so you can see the lens.
A red DualShock 3 controller.

matt, 28 days ago to random

Bounced off it hard during the 360 era but I’m rinsing through Alan Wake Remastered this weekend! Completed one episode last night and two more today. After some frustrating encounters early on when I didn’t understand the mechanics very well, I’ve been gripped since then! #ShareYourGames

matt, 29 days ago to overwatch

I would happily main Vengeance Mercy in standard games, she’s amazingly busted! https://streamable.com/8uu7or

#Overwatch2 #Mirrorwatch #ShareYourGames #PCGaming

matt, 29 days ago to random

I’ve just been on my monthly pilgrimage to Arnold CeX and this is what I’ve returned with (except the cat, which was here beforehand). #ShareYourGames

The same scene as the previous image, just with different games! Alien: Isolation, Shadow of Mordor, Driveclub Special Edition and BIoShock Collection, all for the PS4.

matt, 1 month ago to ps5

It’s taken since last July because I don’t often get the #PS5 to myself, but I finally finished #FinalFantasyVIIRemake and INTERmission! I loved most of it except a couple of the late-game bosses. Looking forward to playing CC Reunion next. #ShareYourGames

matt, 1 month ago to fallout

Believe it or not I’m starting #Fallout 1 tonight! Using the Fixt mod package on the Steam Deck. #ShareYourGames

matt, 1 month ago to fallout

#Fallout

(Don’t know who to credit for this as it was sent to me, happy to add it.)

matt, 1 month ago to random

A pretty good colour match considering the GameCube has probably faded over time.

matt, 1 month ago to GameCube

I am absolutely thrilled with this haul! I had a black #GameCube when they were current, but was always envious of those with the indigo version. Got a high quality RGB SCART cable on its way too. Can’t wait to try it out!

#ShareYourGames

matt, 1 month ago to music

I’ve created a music-focused alt: @matteblack — feel free to follow me there. I’ll post about metal but also a lot of other adjacent and semi-adjacent genres too (entirely likely anything tbh).

I’ll probably start sharing some of my own music too but don’t let that put you off! #Music #Metal #Guitars

matt, 1 month ago to random

My wife bought me the Taito Edition Super Pocket for my birthday and it’s a lovely little handheld. It has 17 pre-installed games and takes Evercade cartridges.

It literally fits in my pocket and will be great for travelling when I don’t have room for a giant modern handheld! #ShareYourGames

The same console as the previous image. It is at the game select menu and Puzzle Bobble is selected.
The rear of the console. It is entirely turquoise with black shoulder and volume buttons. It has a Blaze blanking plate where the Evercade carts go and SUPER POCKET is embossed below.

matt, 1 month ago to random

Playing Roboquest at the moment with a friend on PC. It’s a fast-paced, cel-shaded co-op roguelite FPS. Took a while to get its hooks into me but really enjoying it now. There are multiple classes and each run is unique as you get offered different weapons and perks as you go through your run.

There are also new abilities that stay between runs, which means you get further and further as you play, through a combination of learning the enemies & terrain but also with better gear. #ShareYourGames

matt, 1 month ago to WiiU

21st century “semi-retro” nook coming along. Put up a shelf today which currently has the #WiiU on it along with a #NintendoSwitch dock below. Plan is to get a #PS2, #PS3 and #GameCube to go with it.

Need to do a better job of tidying cables too, but that’s for another day. #ShareYourGames #MstdnGames

A poorly lit shelf with a black Wii U Premium 32GB. A matching black game pad is in its dock in front. There is a matte silver USB adapter poking out of the front of the Wii U with a microSD card inserted for additional storage.
Another poorly lit shot. It shows a hidden shelf behind the TV with enough space for a PS2 slimline, a PS3 super slim and a GameCube (Maybe! Hopefully!) The Wii U from the previous shot is at the far end. There is a Switch dock and Wii U power adapter below, but it’s so dark it’s hard to make out.

matt, 2 months ago to random

Happy birthday @britt! Thanks for everything you do for our community. I hope you have a wonderful day. :ablobcatheart: :heart_bi:

matt, 2 months ago to overwatch

So close to having an all-silver competitive ranking!

#Overwatch2 #ShareYourGames

matt, 2 months ago to random

How my wife closes the curtains v how I close the curtains. Please tell me I am doing it right. The alternative upsets me so much!

Closed curtains above a purple sofa with teal cushions. They are tucked behind the radiator, straight and there are no gaps.

matt, 2 months ago to ps5

I have important news: the SES Ombudsman of Family Values has left its dry dock and will be spreading democracy across the galaxy this weekend.

#Helldivers2 #PS5 #ShareYourGames

matt, 2 months ago to random

I have finished the main game of Monster Hunter: World. What is better value, Iceborne at £13 or Monster Hunter: Rise at £10?

matt, 3 months ago to random

54%, we are getting worse. 😕

From: @AltTextHealthCheck
https://mastodon.social/@AltTextHealthCheck/111977673987879018

matt, 3 months ago to NintendoSwitch

Quite pleased with my recent #NintendoSwitch haul!

#ShareYourGames

matt, 3 months ago to random

Just started Steins;Gate on the #PSVita and it’s gripped me much more from the start than Chaos;Head did. It probably helps that while the protagonist is still a tool, he’s not quite as cringe as Takumi.

#ShareYourGames