Immersive Games

I've noticed that there are certain games that I keep playing even after playing them before. I believe it's a combination of what I can see and what I can do in these games that makes me come back to them.

Since it's on my mind, I'll use the example of Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City (a great deal for an M-rated game). You can do so many things, like doing a 360 (or 720) rotation on a motorcycle, fly around on a military helicopter, and just crash into things with a vehicle. While flying or even driving around, you can appreciate the realistic splendor of Liberty City, though some graphics may take a while to load.

Another game I appreciate is Super Mario Galaxy 2. This one greatly improves on its predecessor by making things quicker, such as not having to go to domes. When it comes to what Mario can do, it's the same Mario 64 formula with the star spin. It's engaging, and the obstacles are varied. In every galaxy, you find launch stars, and that's where the "what I can see" aspect shines. It's exhilarating to see Mario blast off from planet to planet at 100 miles/hour.

Pokemon HeartGold Hard Mode Run: Ecruteak City to Route 40

It's been a weeks since I posted here and a week since I even played. There was a Rocket goon with a Zubat, I think. The rival did his thing and got beaten. I let the legendary dogs out. (woo, woo, woo woo)

Morty's gym trainers were as anoying as he was. I retried the fight against him 4 times. I then realized that his Gengar's attacks were only Shadow Ball (Kenya the Fearow is immune to that) and Sucker Punch (with 5 PP).

I caught a Growlithe that I named GIR (from Invader Zim) and used it against the bug catching contest a couple of times. I caught a Krabby (named Mrs. Krabs) in Olivine City.