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Hit the Detroit location a few years ago too!

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I humbly request a chance at Baldur's Gate 3 (BG3).

In the wake of a really difficult life change, I've gotten more into mind-numbing gaming in a way I really don't like in retrospect.

Since going through a divorce, I've had to put a concentrated effort into spending my newfound free time in a non-destructive way. I've always loved videogames, but have taken up that hobby a lot more since becoming a bachelor again. I got myself a Steam Deck, a subscription to GeForce NOW, and a standing weekly gaming session with a buddy to make sure I'm not just flying solo the whole time.

However, solo time happens regardless. Outside of going on walks (thank God for springtime), working on music, and reading, I often choose to decompress with some gaming. Lately I've noticed that my solo games are more aimless "quick session" types like ARC Raiders, Rocket League, Wreckfest, The Finals, etc., and I'm getting hungry for something more creative and beautiful - something where I could have a more direct impact on the in-game story that's unfolding rather than just deleting a couple hours from my evening for no good reason. I tried Windrose and Elder Scrolls Online, but have had a hard time getting drawn into those.

In tandem with all that, I've been following Campaign IV of Critical Role and getting a lot more into DnD via that and the mutual interest of another friend of mine. I think that's mainly where the desire came from to be a part of a story I can help craft in-game rather than just tapping buttons to pass the time until going to bed too late (which I admit may still happen given how highly-praised BG3 seems to be haha).

I'd like to leverage that into making my "unwinding" game time more beautiful and also a catalyst to my newfound interest in DnD. BG3 seems like a perfect fit for it, especially given that it takes place in the DnD universe. I'm hoping it'd also help me wrap my head around the tabletop game's mechanics even more, which would be great since my buddy and I are working on getting a campaign going ourselves.

Anyway, times being what they are, I just can't swing BG3 prudently right now. Even looking at the historical low price of the game, I'm not sure I could get it on sale. [AndyDwyerTheEconomy.gif]

So, if anybody's feeling generous, I'd be insanely grateful for the chance to dive into something more immersive, beautiful, unique, and tailored to healthier interests of mine than what I've been playing lately instead.

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Thanks, all!

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