The Push And Pull From Mac To Windows

In January 2024, I had a quasi-resolution: No New Tech. And I mostly kept it, sort of. But then not at all. My iPhone gave way to a new Android phone that year. And at the very end of last December, I ordered a Windows gaming computer to replace my MacBook. Yeah, instead of no new tech, I, uh, totally switched my entire tech platforms. Why though? Good question.

The Switch 2 Era Begins

Well the big N delivered. Switch 2 is officially here, sort of. You can't take one home yet, but it's been announced and some gaming outlets have reported playing it. The Switch 2 Era has begun! Now we can start speculating on Switch 3, right?

I Got A Skell!

On April 4th, 2025, I earned my first Skell in Xenoblade Chronicles X. YASSS! It was at 27 hours into gameplay time in the Definitive Edition on Switch. When I first played the game on Wii U, I was about 40 hours into the game when I was still trying to complete the exam certificates to earn a Skell License; I never finished. Now, finally, I got my first Skell. This awesome game just got even better.

The Switch 2 Must Wait

It's April, and the Switch 2 should be fully revealed tomorrow - fun! I'm sure it will be really cool, but it must wait. I still have several great Switch 1 games to play and finish.

All My Xenoblades

Here are my Xenoblade games, now including the new release of XCX:DE on Switch.

Xenoblade X Ranks Up

Last night, I fired up my new physical copy of Xenoblade Chronicles X:DE and played for over three hours. I may post my renewed impressions later. For now I gotta say that XCX:DE is definitely in my Top 5 RPGs and maybe even in my Top 3. It's one of the best, one of my faves for sure, just so good. And though the final ranking should settle once I finish the game, I think these high vibes will carry through - haven't even got my first Skell yet.

Chronicles Of Xenoblade

It’s Xenoblade Chronicles X : Definitive Edition release day! The Switch now has all the Xenoblades — awesome. I picked up the new XCX:DE from my Best Buy pre-order today along with the exclusive mini metal poster. To commemorate today’s release, I’m sharing my past posts that chronicle some of my experience with the series here and there.

Xenoblade X Next Week

With Xenoblade Chronicles X:DE releasing next Thursday — yes! — I thought it’d be a good time to talk about why the game is special to me. It goes beyond the fact that it’s a cool sci-fi RPG. I think it relates to my gaming experience as a kid. Let me explain.

New To Skyrim

Skyrim is lauded by most as one of the best role-playing games of all-time. And I’ve never played it. Yet thanks to another awesome Steam sale, I now own The Elder Scrolls V, costing just $3.99 (it was 90% off). How could I pass up a golden opportunity to at least try one the greatest open-world adventure games ever?

Steam Gaming Better Than Expected

Since getting an HP Victus, I’ve been enjoying Steam PC gaming more than expected. I haven’t yet put my finger on what, exactly, is different and attractive about it compared to Switch console gaming; maybe it’s more accessible somehow. But there are a few specific nice surprises I’ve discovered or realized more than before.

Switch 2 Reveal Is Real

Nintendo officially confirmed the leaks revealed the Switch 2 today, announcing it in a video trailer. Good news, the successor to the Switch is a Switch! It’s basically the same but bigger and better. The Mario company played it safe and kept it simple, all of which is smart. I predict the Switch successor will be a success.

2025 Foresight

Alright, with 2024 in the rear view, it’s time to start fresh and new — Happy New Year 2025! There are a few things I’m looking forward to. Some involve gaming and tech. There’s also a huge DIY project I’m eager to complete. Most upcoming changes, especially one for my health, should be pretty good.

Sailing Away From Sea of Stars

Last week, I finished Sea of Stars, rolling the looooong credits and finally realizing (about half-way through) that you can fast-forward them. It was an overall very good RPG. Now that I’m done, I can focus on enjoying more of Tears of the Kingdom. I might also start my next RPG and juggle between games.

Impressive Curved Gaming Monitor

My wife was out shopping late last week and happened upon a nice sale: a 32” curved gaming monitor for just $150. I wasn’t sure if it would make a good Christmas gift for my teens…turns out, it made a great early Christmas gift from my wife to me!

Very Glad In Tiny Glade

Happy to say I bought Tiny Glade and began having fun. It’s a steal at $15 on Steam; I’m ready to buy future DLC that might get released. The cozy diorama builder already absorbed a couple hours of my time, which flew by. The fun spilled onto my wife too. She created a Steam account just to buy the game and has played it longer than I have.

Tiny Glade And A Big Gaming Rig

About a week ago, the YouTube algo seemed to randomly shove a Tiny Glade video into my home feed. I’d never heard of it before. After watching, I had to try it. Demo time! But the Steam game isn’t available on my MacBook Air. So…Windows maybe?

Retiring A Video Game Or Admitting Defeat

Time: the limited resource. And JRPGs: my favorite video game genre, known for lengthy playtimes. I don’t finish, beat, or complete every game I play, sad to say. Reasons vary. Maybe the game is too long. Or maybe it’s too hard. But it seems that time is a big factor; there’s a whole gaming website called, “HowLongToBeat.”

Time For Xenoblade Chronicles X

Xenoblade Chronicles X is coming to the Switch in just a few months. That news is still exciting me a week after I first heard it. I’m so ready to play it again. And it’s causing me to rethink my gaming pastime. With so many good games and so little time, how can I make the most of it?

Xenoblade Chronicles X On Switch

WHOA! Thrilling huge news: Nintendo and Monolith Soft officially announced that the awesome Wii U game, Xenoblade Chronicles X, is porting to the Switch! YASSSSS!!!

Switch To Mac Gaming?

You know, I was thinking more about gaming only on my MacBook and that I’d give the Nintendo Switch a break. It seems to be winding down anyways as the likely debut of Switch 2 approaches.