63. Zero Character Growth

On this episode of Total Pebble Knockdown:

• Xbox and Bethesda gave us a Developer Direct video explaining upcoming projects for the upcoming year. So, does anything they showed look appealing? We will discuss Minecraft Legends, Forza Motorsport, Hi-Fi RUSH, Elder Scrolls Online’s new Necrom expansion and Redfall.

Developer_Direct, presented by Xbox & Bethesda - YouTube

• In a previous episode, we discussed the problem with long, drawn-out lore dumps and how they ruin the pacing of games. This time, we’re looking at times where lore dumps, audio logs and (gasp) reading can be used to enhance the game. Sometimes, the lore is so integral that it informs how you play. On that note, let’s talk Outer Wilds.
• Occasionally you’ll play a game, gain a multitude of abilities, levels and equipment and walk away as a powerful force in the world. Then, you’ll pick up the sequel to find out that you forgot most of that and have to work your way back from the start. Where did my upgrades go? Why does my character need to relearn moves? Where did my cool armor go? Let us discuss “Stupid Sequel Brain”.