I installed it again so I can demonstrate it to a friend with a PC too weak to play it at home. I noticed that this time I didn’t have any of the performance problems, so I decided to leave it installed and start a new game. This time, I created a more combat-oriented character which made the game much easier. I finished a bunch of quests in Megaton, and then traveled northwest to deliver a message to a small settlement. The people living there had some trouble with bandits, so I decided to help them. This is where I stopped playing for now.
Category: RPG
Pokèmon Diamond (DS), Part 1
This is another game I had to restart. Right now, I’m in Jubilife City with Bidoof, Starly and Shinx already caught. My starting Pokèmon was Piplup. I hope to play some more tomorrow.
Jade Cocoon 2 (PS2), Part 1
I tried to complete an advancement test in the arena, but the emulator crashed just as I was about to win. I guess the game isn’t as playable as I hoped. I will try again soon.
Jade Cocoon 2 (PS2), Part 1
Since I completed a game, I decided to start a new one. I played the first one on the first play station years ago. I liked it allot, and I think I will like this one as well. I finished the tutorial and collected a fire and a wind divine beast. I will play some more tomorrow probably.
Fallout 3 (PC), Part 1
I finally have it, and it’s great. I haven’t completed Fallout 2, but it didn’t affect this game. I created a diplomatic type character with an emphasis on the repair, speech and stealth skills. I also decided to invest in small guns, so I can use sniper rifles. I got out of Vault 101 and reached Megaton. There, I solved a few quests and disarmed the bomb. I’m level 4 right now and I still have much to do in Megaton, so I won’t be leaving so soon.
Final Fantasy XII (PCSX2 – PC)
I’ve been playing this one exclusively (although not too much). I got my first esper, and I got back to Rabanastre. Most of my characters are nearing level 20. The game is really great, definitely one of the better Final Fantasy games (as hard as it is to choose). Final Fantasy VII is still number one, but this one is really close.
Recap
For the last few days, I’ve been mostly playing Civilization IV, so nothing special there. I’ve also played some other games.
Far Cry 2 (PC)
Reached 52% on Far Cry 2 and stopped there. The game started out good, but now it’s getting really boring, really fast. It’s just the same old thing over and over again. It turns out I got it a bit wrong. Those faction leaders weren’t really faction leaders, but just the local bosses, so there’s a whole bunch of guys to kill. I also got a few new buddies. I hope they won’t die this time.
The Witcher – Enhanced Edition (PC)
I started the original, but never completed it. Since this came out, I decided to try again. I didn’t play much; just the tutorial intro, up to my first meditation.
Final Fantasy XII (PCSX2 – PC)
Since some PCSX2 plugins got updated, I can finally play this game on the PC. It works almost flawlessly. In five hours of gameplay, it crashed only once. I got to the part where I have to save Penelo with the airship. Vaan is level 10.
Castlevania – Order of Ecclesia (DS)
Yes, a new Castlevania game! It’s a bit different than the other ones, but it’s still Castlevania. I started playing it today, and have already defeated the first two bosses. Right now, I’m on the prison level. The second boss was a bit though, but once I memorized his attacks, I managed to defeat him without taking too much damage.
King’s Bounty – The Legend (PC)
This is a sequel to the game that started the Heroes of Might & Magic genre. It basically plays the same, except you move around the map in real time. The battles are similar with the addition of spirits you can summon. Units have various special skills you can use, and the hero casts spells on the battlefield. There are lots of quests and things to explore, so it doesn’t get boring. My hero is a paladin now on level 10. I’ve fought the first boss battle, and tamed the first two spirits of rage. I’ve been playing it for over a week now.
Disgaea DS (DS), Part 4
This is all I’ve been playing for the past few days. I’ve played a total of about 20 hours and reached Episode 7. Laharl is definitely my strongest character, since I’ve been upgrading his equipment trough Item World. I also have a healer that has learned fire and ice spells from his pupils, an axe warrior, Etna and, off course, Flonne. There is a few other characters, but I’ve been mostly using them as spell trainers and cannon fodder. I do, however, plan to train a Prinny to a high level.