I Need To Stop Trying To Stuff In Every Good Game

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Friends, there’s an abundance of fantastic games currently available! It might sound like a worn-out phrase associated with this pastime since 1997, but truth be told, it’s only April, and we’ve already been treated to some all-time masterpieces such as Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, Blue Prince, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Additionally, there are remasters like Oblivion and Suikoden on the horizon, not to mention that in less than a month, we’ll welcome a brand-new Nintendo console with a fresh open-world Mario Kart game.

Although I shouldn’t feel content that the initial lineup for the console I prefer is limited, I can’t help but be joyful like a goose playfully chasing people in a park. At least there are only two or three essential games arriving soon, but I’m finding myself overwhelmed. It’s all my own doing since I have a tendency to cram every excellent game into my schedule. I must stop this behavior immediately.

There Are Just Too Many Video Games

What I’m trying to say is that it’s not a problem at all that there are so many great games available today. In fact, I’m thrilled about it! Whether it’s pretending to be a pirate in Hawaii for 20 hours or exploring the Living Lands for 30 hours, or even spending 50 hours constructing and rebuilding museums, these are all enjoyable experiences. The only issue is that with three such games, I end up investing a total of 100 hours, but honestly, I’m making a small sacrifice to be considerate.

While some of my favorite games this year require a substantial time investment, there are many excellent titles that can be completed in just a few hours. Stacking these shorter games one after the other doesn’t provide the immersive experience I’m seeking. In fact, attempting to play every great game in 2025 might actually result in me missing out on a lot of quality gaming experiences.

It’s akin to being at an extravagant feast within a luxurious hotel. There’s an abundance of delectable food and drink, all of exceptional quality. Every option appears tempting with no apparent bad choices. However, when you’re feeling shattered, everything seems like the wrong choice. No matter what I decide to concentrate on, it feels as if I’m neglecting something equally valuable. For instance, I could savor the endless steak in this analogy, but doing so means missing out on the never-ending pasta.

Although it seems reasonable to opt for both options, upon noticing their all-you-can-eat omelets, I found myself struggling to fit everything on my plate and the omelets ended up looking messy. Despite how unappetizing this scenario sounds, it’s ironic that writing about it has actually made me crave food, which might explain why I’m at the heart of this dilemma.

I Need To Play Every Video Game Ever

On the contrary, the buffet comparison seems quite accurate as games that surprise us with Game of the Year recognition, such as those on Game Pass and PlayStation Plus, can be instantly accessed, essentially for ‘free’ since they’re included in your subscription service. However, it feels like they’re free even though they’re not because I’m paying a monthly fee for them.

It makes me think of a whimsical spin in my mind, like ‘These games are free, you should definitely give them a try!’ Additionally, I find myself thinking, ‘Since you’re paying for this service, you might as well grab everything here and get the most value out of your money!’ Oh dear, that just reminded me I’ve neglected an Atomfall run. Darn it! Perhaps after playing Doom: The Dark Ages. What seems best is if I play a substantial amount of each game, but not enough to complete or fully appreciate any of them. Yes, that’s what I intend to do.

Instead of being fearful of missing out (FOMO) on social events, it’s more about an intense desire to experience the excellent quality of multiple games available. However, this passion for variety results in a lack of immersion and mastery in any single game due to my attempts to juggle too many at once. I convince myself that brief detours into other RPGs won’t have a significant impact on my main games or memory, but the reality is often different.

It seems that even the most comprehensive travel diaries and mission records can’t jog your memory about all the events during a prolonged fictitious voyage you sort of left behind several months ago. Regrettably, things don’t always go as planned, but such is life. By the way, I’ve been pondering over giving Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 a try! It sounds fantastic! Unfortunately, there’s little time to complete it. And, alas, I’m yet to finish most of my other tasks! What an intriguing notion!

It’s For The Greater Good

I take pleasure in backing games, and it’s not a mere joke or sarcasm. I have a peculiar fondness for discovering new things that bring me joy, which might be a quirk of my personality. When I play games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Game Pass and contribute to their success, it feels rewarding. If I want more games similar to this one, being an early enthusiast who spreads the word can help the developers gain recognition and create more content in the future.

Besides my eagerness for additional games similar to Expedition 33, there’s a small hiccup: I haven’t completed Expedition 33 yet. Interestingly, GOG has remastered the PC version of Breath of Fire 4, which now works flawlessly on modern systems. Given my interest in their game preservation efforts, it seems tempting to add that to my collection as well. It appears I’m accumulating more games than I can handle! This is quite the predicament I’ve found myself in.

I’ve talked about the issue with Steam sales. I acquire too many things, and it’s mostly my own financial foolishness that causes me suffering. Growing up, I was surrounded by hoarders. This isn’t primarily about spending money; it’s more about my compulsion to experience everything because there’s so much quality out there. There are numerous fantastic games that don’t even fall within my usual preferences. If I had any genuine interest in multiplayer shooters beyond how poorly I perform, I’d be in an even worse predicament.

Instead of cramming every excellent game into my time, I should concentrate more. There are indeed numerous fantastic games available. However, I must complete Split Fiction, advance in Avowed, and progress beyond the initial endings in Blue Prince. I need to slow down, savor these high-quality experiences, rather than rushing from one to another, overworking myself without much satisfaction.

Perhaps it’s beneficial for my less complex mind to savor a single exceptional game this year, rather than attempting to consume every title that seems like Game of the Year contender.

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2025-04-28 00:05