April/May: I, for one, welcome our new Robot Overlords

In an era marked by technological leaps and bounds, it’s evident that humanity is increasingly leaning on machines for various facets of life. From the moment we wake up to the time we rest our heads at night, our reliance on technology is palpable, permeating every aspect of our existence. But as we embrace the convenience and efficiency that machines offer, are we unwittingly surrendering a piece of our autonomy and resilience? Let’s… And so on and so forth. Thanks, ChatGPT, for that opener! Very apt for our theme this month, AND the next (yes, we’re doing bimonthly* themes from now on): It’s all about machines/robots, and whether to welcome them into our lives or reject them.

Games fitting the theme should obviously revolve around robots, whether you’re fighting them (like Hi-Fi RUSH, Mass Effect), helping them/accepting their help (e.g. Stray, Autonauts), or playing as/becoming them (Cyberpunk 2077, Portal etc.).

Bonus points** if you can guess why I chose this theme for the months of April and May!

* Bimonthly: A new theme every two months, with every theme running for two months
** Note: There are no actual points to be gained, but you can have fun guessing and maybe feel proud if you get it right ☺

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You can use the following format to track your progress in the comments, and/or add your own thoughts about the played game(s) to your post!

name of game 1 | achievements obtained | playtime this month | unfinished/finished
name of game 2 | achievements obtained | playtime this month | unfinished/finished
name of game 3 | achievements obtained | playtime this month | unfinished/finished
total: | achievements obtained | playtime this month | Number of games finished

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Theme Song

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FAQ

Do I have to participate in this month’s theme?
No, as with every theme, these are merely suggestions for anyone who is unsure about what to play next. If you already have a battle plan for your backlog and/or don’t like this month’s theme, you’re free to ignore it.

What happens if I don’t participate in the theme?
Nothing.

What happens if I play all of my unfinished games before the theme is over?
Your backlog will be a much smaller place.

I don’t have any unfinished games - I’ve beaten everything I’ve started.
Really? well that makes one of us… I salute you.

I already finished my entry can I play another?
Go ahead - the goal is to reduce your unfinished games list. The more you can play the better.