How many times can we climb to the top of the Tetris 99 mountain? Also, we discuss my latest game pickups and a jarring realization I’ve made regarding Pokemon TGC Online!
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Trying to Overcome the Lack of Voice Acting in Neo Cab
Neo Cab immediately caught my eye when it was first revealed in 2019. It’s a visual novel where players take on the role of Lina, who is a cab driver in a future where automated cars have become the norm. Besides driving customers to their destinations and having conversations with them along the way, you’re also in the midst of trying to solve the mystery behind your friend’s disappearance.
Thus far, I’m really liking what I’ve played. However, there’s one production quirk that I still find jarring every time I step into my car: the lack of voice acting.
Crobat Attack! – Pokemon TGC Online Live Stream
I venture into the world of Pokemon TCG Online Standard play for the first time on stream! I’m not alone though, as I brought with me a full set of Crobat V and VMax! How far can this flock of bats carry me? I also cover the slew of new Pokemon cards I picked up!
Six-Stack Team Deathmatch and King of the Hill in Rogue Company!
The full Dubs All Day crew join me for the newly-added 6v6 Team Deathmatch and King of the Hill in Rogue Company! I also throw down Switchblade, the latest Rogue in the game!
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Overcome the Inherent Challenges That Come with Squad Streaming
A fundamental challenge with game streaming is that you have to find a way to split your attention between the game you’re playing and the audience you’re entertaining. Being able to manage these disparate tasks is a challenge, but it’s a skill that one can develop with practice.
Introducing friends into the mix divides your attention even further. In the heat of the moment, it’s incredibly easy to forget about your audience as you banter with your friends. While there’s a certain level of communication required for teams to coordinate with one another, a stream where the dialogue only consists of teammates calling out sniper positions or yelling for healing doesn’t make for a great viewing experience.
Even between matches, don’t assume the banter between you and your friends is inherently engaging from a viewer’s perspective. By focusing solely on your group chat, viewers can feel like voyeurs in your gaming session rather than welcome members of the experience. When viewers feel like they’re creeping on you, they’re more likely to leave.
Here are some things you can do to make your squad streams better from a viewer’s perspective!
Launch Day Hype! – Pokemon Unite Live Stream
Pokemon Unite is finally here! PlayerTwoStart jump in on launch day to see if it was worth the wait!
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Are You Serious?! – Pokemon Trading Card Game Online vs. Meghan Plays Games!
Meg is blessed with the most incredible coin flips in Pokemon TGC Online and I am completely beside myself! Can I overcome her incredible luck and talent as a Pokemon Trainer?
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Powered Up! – Tetris 99 Live Stream
I need to unlock a new level of Tetris 99 skills to win this one particular match! Also, is the Steam Deck going to kill the Nintendo Switch?
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Training for Battle in Pokemon Unite!
Snorlax and I make our Pokemon Unite debut together!
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Mario Golf: Super Rush Review
From the masterclass that is Mario Golf on the Nintendo 64 to the groundbreaking golf RPG that is Mario Golf on the Game Boy, Nintendo knows how to make a great golf game. Unfortunately, incredible golf games don’t necessarily translate to mass appeal. Prior to the release of Mario Golf: Super Rush, the franchise has only sold about six million units across decades worth of games. That’s roughly half of what their tennis games sell and less than a quarter of what Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games has sold in far less time.
For many, a lack of interest in the sport is a hurdle not worth overcoming to try a video game adaptation. Even for the few that give golf games a shot, the seemingly glacial pace of video game golf may be too much for newcomers to bear.
Enter Mario Golf: Super Rush. As a means of picking up the pace, Super Rush goes all-in on the concept of speed golf. On top of that, the running parts of the game a few fantastical elements akin to Mario Kart. Does this foundational shift towards speed make for a better and more accessible game?
In Third Person 