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Yeah it is very complex and I haven't even started to wrap my head around it all. It looks like a perfect game to play one save for a long time with a pretty slow pace. The learning curve is steep; I did the tutorial yesterday (six parts) and thought "ok; this is not too difficult"... but then I started a proper new game and realised how wrong I was overwhelmed with the level of details. The universe is expansive and very immersive and there's sooooo much to do! It's sort of a combination of RPG - management - simulation - strategy - roguelike and who knows what other genres; it feels very unique in that sense. It's an early access so there's obviously parts of it that are still very raw around the edges but even at this stage there's an insane amount of content already. I believe the full version - and hopefully a proper English language localisation for international players - will make this game a huge hit. The people behind the unofficial English mod did an amazing job too; it definitely makes the game playable but it's obviously not perfect. Some of the translations are perfect while some other are ....ummmm.... hilarious

Same. I love how cozy British food is.

Cheating little bastard

I mean this is video games we're talking about here As for board games, I enjoy both the simpler "classic" ones and the more complex ones depending on the circumstances.

Hehe I like complex games with a lot of micromanagement; find it very immersive... Don't usually have much time for it though so it's just one or two hours after work every once in a while if I don't have anything else to do. Nothing wrong with snakes & ladders either! There's a place and time for all kind of games...

Have put a few hours into it and it is complex af Each character has Natural and Attained attributes. Natural ones are generated during the character creation and can be improved via genetics, reincarnation and the Ancestral Hall building in your Town. The Attained ones are improved by spending experience and time to read books and are transmitted to the next generation via the Taiwu Sword. Martial art/combat technique training has separate levels for theory and practice. Theory level requires reading books associated with a specific martial art (there's also the difference between original books and copies; some also have missing pages etc.) The training system is very interesting and includes barriers that need to be overcome to be able to continue the training. The battle mechanics have enormous amount of factors to consider too. There are three style of accuracy types that determine whether your attack will hit the target or will be countered: Forceful Attack(20) is countered by Absorb(12) Finesse Attack(21) is countered by Counter(13) Swift Attack(22) is countered by Evasion(14). Weapons have different attack elements each of them corresponding to an attack type. There are both external and internal injuries; as well as poisons that require detoxification/antidotes. This game is MAD. In a good sense. No wonder it sold over million copies on Steam already despite having no marketing and being created by a hobby coder. Already looking forward to the final release and the official English translation.

Yes; amazing... Lucasfilm released all Season 1 concept art in hi-res; here's the full gallery: https://imgur.com/gallery/TORJ6Jv Looks fantastic. Chapter 4 ones look very eye pleasing. .....aaaand this one is of course my favourite...

I'll just leave this here...

@Bluewolf have a word.

What?...

currently in early access and the English translation is in the works but there's an unofficial English mod already so I've downloaded that and while the translation is definitely not perfect, it'll do for now.

Got The Scroll of Taiwu today... https://store.steampowered.com/app/838350/_The_Scroll_Of_Taiwu/ A Chinese indie open world sandbox RPG where you essentially build up a martial arts clan over generations to try and save the world.; currently in early access and the English translation is in the works but there's an unofficial English mod already so I've downloaded that and while the translation is definitely not perfect, it'll do for now. Just finished the tutorial and started my first save; currently trying to wrap my head around it. Looks very unique, innovative and complex; includes not only regular stuff like battling, crafting, resource gathering, but there are also a lot of other unusual game mechanics. The degree of freedom is mind boggling. @Mel81x @Dr. Gonzo have you heard about it?

Thanks; it makes more sense now Will have to check it out.

I must admit I haven't got a slightest idea what any of that is

Mel's cover blown!

Oh I can relate; for me it's mostly lack of time so the reading process is definitely much slower than it used to be. Don't give up though!

Enjoying it?

Starting Volume III of The Journey to the West (revised edition by Anthony C. Yu). That's 1000 pages done; 900 more to go...

I just finished it all!

I'm on Episode 8 myself Love the tone of it too; as you said it's a good throwback to the original and it's good to see the show not taking itself too seriously... Campy fantasy adventure; perfect for an easy late night watch. Would definitely watch this with my hypothetical kids Hope there will be Season 2 at some point. I also love the character of that inn keeper; Monica I think?

You embedded the wrong video

This is the new Sandy: Looks a bit like Edward Scissorhands

Yep that's the original one I was referring to Also the one that was good with water was called Sandy I think??? Good memories.

Just started watching The New Legends of Monkey. Loved the original and this looks like a fun remake so far. @Bluewolf you might enjoy this...