Lotheneil

Lotheneil vs. The Backlog Hydra, Ep. #20

That was one busy week, so I had neither the time, nor the presence of mind for anything requiring a lot of time or thinking. Ended up finishing two small and simple games. Still, -2 to backlog :)

The Signal From Tölva

The Signal From Tölva

7/10
10.4 hours
27 of 42 achievements

A mixture of FPS and exploration game. We end up on a remote planet, tasked with finding the origin of a mysterious signal. Armed with guns and (a bit later) ability to take control of nearby robots, we explore the area, fight with robots belonging to two opposite fractions and look for clues in areas marked on a map. Taking control of beacons lets us respawn next to them in case of destruction, and bunkers - in addition to above - grant new weapons and tools.
Small, simple but quite fun indie game. Just do not expect complex mechanics or deep story.

Status: beaten. I've finished the game but could not be bothered to explore the map fully and gather all collectibles.

Faerie Solitaire Remastered

Faerie Solitaire Remastered

6/10
8.4 hours
25 of 30 achievements

As the name suggests, solitaire-type game with some additional elements - like simple story (with plot twist that is obvious almost from the beginning), building your own town that gives some bonuses, or catching and raising pets, that is done mostly in the background. Like halfway into the game I've realised, that I've played it already a couple of years before, but the non-remastered version (this one adds better graphics and some balance and QOL elements), yet I decided to carry on - the game may be simple, but still ended up being quite absorbing.

Status: beaten. I've finished the whole story, achievements remaining require mindless grinding I was not interested in.

My wallet is still trying to hide from the Steam sale, but it is just a matter of time before it is found and robbed blind :)

stef

My wallet is still trying to hide from the Steam sale, but it is just a matter of time before it is found and robbed blind

Same here. I’m convincing myself that I should spend no more then the $15 worth of games I already have picked out. Have you bought anything yet?

Lotheneil

Yes, just bought Tales of Berseria (I really enjoyed Symphonia, and this instance came highly recommended) and waiting for some market cash to spend on Darksiders II. And I believe that’ll be all, there is nothing I really want - or at least I am unaware of any must-have titles on sale :)