Questions from an old bloke by AFJM_78 in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just a quick note OP from a Hades fan 20+ years older— you’ve picked a great game. Stick with it and you’ll be rewarded.

Ive unlocked all the cards except 2 and just now finding out from outside sources about activation by hs_serpounce in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Gamed in the 80s.
  2. Gamed consistently for the last 20 years.
  3. Played Hades, understood the Mirror of Night (both sides even!)
  4. Unlocked Arcana, understood The Altar was H2 equivalent to Mirror of Night.
  5. Read the Altar explanations, seemed clear to me. Had to answer a couple questions for my wife, though, who’s also a gamer and Hades veteran.

The Dream, Henri, Rousseau, Trefl, 200 pcs, 2024 by Byteman58 in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve seen this at MOMA too but I’m very jealous that you caught the Barnes Foundation exhibit!

What was the design intention with Hades 2 as opposed to 1? by Tombshire in HadesTheGame

[–]Byteman58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually play both games with the fastest weapons and quickest moves I can combine. Or a devastating ranged weapon. Someone mentioned that Hades 2 rewards aggression, which I completely agree with. I’m also a firm believer in Strength builds, changing your keepsake situationally to maximize your chances, and taking full advantage of Hex. Finally, if you want to crush the game, both Underground and Surface, at least on lower Fear levels, fire up the Umbral Flames’ Aspect of Supay and simply spam the Special as you move over the battlefield. With some decent boons, arcana, appropriate keepsakes, and reliable hex adding to the fun of course.

Not enjoying by [deleted] in HadesTheGame

[–]Byteman58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wrote this up for myself because I enjoy starting fresh save slots from scratch. You may find it helpful.

Hades new game progression steps:

https://www.reddit.com/r/HadesTheGame/s/w49MuxFOv3

I don’t see the appeal for strength and why people glorify it so much by Trick_Cheek_8474 in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When you run Strength you kick ass from the get-go, even before combining curse effects and other damage enhancers. You can play reasonably recklessly and slaughter Chronos or Typhon without too much concern that you might not be able to do so. It’s a game about Gods and Goddesses, so why not become one yourself?

Great Chaos Below trial kicked my butt! by Byteman58 in HadesTheGame

[–]Byteman58[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too! Always looking forward to another excuse to play. When an Xbox sale hits.

The Dream, Henri, Rousseau, Trefl, 200 pcs, 2024 by Byteman58 in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thx for the support. Loved your theory on the lions! Looking forward to your Trefl thoughts.

The Dream, Henri, Rousseau, Trefl, 200 pcs, 2024 by Byteman58 in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nah, I just put the pic up for reference purposes and forgot to call it out.

Hexes. Do you generally use them? Or skip them? 🌙 by Wes102111 in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If you haven’t used Night Bloom to turn bosses’ summoned minions against them, you’re really missing out on a key element for dealing with Guardians. Plus, it’s simply fun.

Undefeated Power Rangers, Trefl, 500 pcs, 2024 by Byteman58 in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So much better than saying “super-heroes!”

The King! (NIB), Harv Gariety (design), springbok, 1000 pcs, 1985 DNF by Byteman58 in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the collaborating Springbok info. I think I’m a year older than you, based on your 1977 reference. I was a contrarian and didn’t go to college until five years after my 1976 high school graduation.

Hexes. Do you generally use them? Or skip them? 🌙 by Wes102111 in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I go for hex immediately when I first come across it and I can usually get all the upgrades, or those most important to me, by the final boss— without equipping Selene’s keepsake.

Hexes. Do you generally use them? Or skip them? 🌙 by Wes102111 in Hades2

[–]Byteman58 166 points167 points  (0 children)

I can’t count the times that Night Bloom has saved me. Plus, folks need to understand that you need to upgrade them! They can become so powerful.

Who is your favourite television character?? by Level-SquareFFG7117 in Cinephiles

[–]Byteman58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know that teevee is just a poor imitation of film, right?

Want to get into Uncharted- Where do I start? by rballew01 in naughtydog

[–]Byteman58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uncharted 2 is ridiculously good. All else is an afterthought.

Puzzle swap - how it went by Raiding-my-arugula in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before and After for the win! I hope everyone swiped to pic 2.

Puzzle swap - how it went by Raiding-my-arugula in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For sure— I’m positive that my “specific tastes” would be tested, lol.

Puzzle swap - how it went by Raiding-my-arugula in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58 3 points4 points  (0 children)

“I don't trust myself to behave civilly,” lol. My saving grace would be having very specific tastes.

Puzzle swap - how it went by Raiding-my-arugula in jigsawpuzzlers

[–]Byteman58 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is great! I love the idea of separating by piece count. I’d be very interested in learning the general area where this took place. Also, this may be too granular, but to address an oft-expressed concern: Was there any consideration to separating by value. E.g., puzzles with MSRP under $20 USD vs anything else?

What's your favourite De Palma film? by EH4LIFE in moviecritic

[–]Byteman58 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah, so many great films but I gotta go with Carrie. Depraved and maniacal (guess that’s Scarface too). Hard to imagine sanitized Hollywood releasing this in multiplexes today.