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I wanted to expand my thoughts about my new choices beyond the borders of gacha games, to find a way to play games with the same sense of wonder I had when I was a kid.

Going on a space adventure with a discoball launcher, then making the enemies go 2D, feels amazing, almost as much Ratchet & Clank 3.

Gaming once felt like discovering worlds to belong to—Pokémon, Ultima Online, Final Fantasy XIV—but somewhere along the way, my love for beauty became entangled with gacha loops, spending, and endless collection. The art and design I cherished were still there, but I had lost the freedom to enjoy them. Now, I’ve stepped back: I can experience these worlds on my own terms, savoring design, connection, and creativity—without the trap.

After years of focusing on Hoyoverse gacha games, I realized the constant pace and pressure were no longer for me. I’ve decided to end my experience and unlist the entire YouTube channel, choosing freedom and creativity over relentless optimization and spending.

Arknights: Endfield si presenta come un mondo fragile ed elegante, capace di dissipare lo scetticismo iniziale non attraverso l’eccesso, ma grazie a una coerenza percettiva che invita il giocatore a tornare, con più tempo e meno difese.

TZERØ is the point where I stopped asking what performs best, and started asking what is worth living in a game. This channel is not about mastering systems faster, but about staying long enough to understand why they matter.

Patch 2.5 didn’t make me excited in the usual gacha sense. Instead, it made me realize that Zenless Zone Zero is starting to feel like a game designed for continuity rather than urgency. Rerun banners, low-friction characters like Zhao, and more flexible systems reduce pressure instead of increasing it. The game still has demanding content and powercreep, but these now feel like optional goals rather than obligations, and that shift is why ZZZ feels like the right gacha for m

What if being lost isn’t a flaw, but a starting point? What if beauty is something we can still choose to look for?

A personal analysis of modern gacha systems, from Genshin Impact to today. Do Arknights: Endfield’s guarantees and gear signal a real shift in design?

When account-buffing characters: characters that can make a team stronger while not being on the team - were announced, a big controversy...

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Is Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond worth your time — and your wallet? In this article, I break down the game’s accessibility, gameplay depth, and monetization system after weeks of testing. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a returning player, this post answers the big questions: is it fun, is it fair, and is it for you?

Worlds Beyond's launch has been one of the most impactful controversies I've ever seen in the videogame industry - not that they are...

As I was enjoying some of my time playing Bandori and Colorful Stage, I realized I still haven't write an article about the do's and...

The Dear Days Controversy Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days Cost Model seems insane, but... Today we talk about videogames' cost models, and...

I've been changing everything, and it feels like my life is on the line. In the last few days, everything regarding The Videogame Journal...

I am developing an RPG! Today, I introduce you to RPG Maker MV questing, with a little example! Watch this first - and have fun seeing...

A few days ago I took a decision that radically changed the way I live life: I decided to quit all gacha games. I deleted my Hoyoverse...

In this episode, I talk about future banners, and how choices are influenced by Eidolons becoming more and more important, when it comes to team efficiency in the game. Stay tuned, because I mean to publish at least a couple more videos - and probably one encompassing article - about this topic soon.

Discussion about the patch! Watch it before or after the article, your preference! Hello! I'm here to provide a summary of everything upcoming in Zenless Zone Zero Patch 1.5! This information isn't in the video, so make sure to read through before diving into the discussion, which I'll include below! Character Banner: Astra Yao Astra Yao: Ether Support character from the "Stars of Lyra" Faction Other 4-stars on the banner: Anby & Corin Meta-related information Element: Ether

I've been playing gacha games since Genshin Impact's launch, and there's always have been a question about them, that kept haunting me all the time, regardless of which gacha I was focused on at the time. Which game should I still be playing? The question seems to be hard to answer, intrinsically. I've been trying to answer it many times, with different outcomes. Why is it, that I find this difficult to choose? After all, it should be easy to understand if it's fun for me to

In today's video, I discuss S Verthandi, the new version of the protagonist in Aether Gazer. I provide a comprehensive guide on how to obtain and play this character, covering details about accessing early and permanent content, using the banners for character pulls, and unlocking the character through the Potential Awakened mode. I go step-by-step through the various missions and challenges, including tips for daily tasks and coupon management, to ensure you can successfully

In this video, I provide a comprehensive guide to the Nexus mode in Ash Echoes. The Nexus is essential for crafting Tactical Engravings (equipment) for your characters. I explain how to associate characters to equipment and walk through the preparations needed, such as ascending your leader to s5 and maximizing exploration potential. I demonstrate navigating the Nexus, using tickets for simulations, and employing spirit enhancers. Additionally, I delve into the mechanics of N

Join me as I walk you through how to optimize your daily routine in AetherGazer. Learn step-by-step instructions on redeeming stamina packs, completing Sigil Spirit Capture and supply runs, and tackling the Joint Defense Agreement. Get tips on efficient team setups and essential daily tasks to maximize your rewards and improve your character builds. From leveling up characters to handling sigils and functors, this guide covers everything you need to know to efficiently play A