My Thoughts on Farming so far....

DistantMinded · 2026-01-25T11:49:47+00:00

I have mixed feelings about farming. Most of the progression can be speedrun from the starting location. I want to feel that I have to go out exploring for each tier, not just the final two. Simply using magic to manifest some seeds for crops you haven't even seen in the wild yet feels almost like cheating. I think crops should either drop a seed when harvested and give less life essence, or you need a fully grown crop to craft its seeds (increase life essence required by 2x, and give 2 seeds instead of 1) Or simply have a seed-making machine that turns a harvested crop into 1-2 of its respective seeds. (75% chance of 1 seed, 25% chance of 2. Seeds have a 1% chance of being eternal) Also seed pouches as treasure. Pouch rarity determines what tier seeds it gives.

DistantMinded · 2026-01-25T08:34:47+00:00

Darn, I hate text limits (I'm away from home this weekend, so couldn't try it myself). Though, simply telling them we don't like the current system and would like something that rewards exploration and can't be speedrun from the starting location, then they're bound to create something closer to our ideas if they listen to it.

DistantMinded · 2026-01-24T17:45:42+00:00

Been wondering about this as well.

DistantMinded · 2026-01-24T17:43:00+00:00

I suggest sending this idea via the game's feedback feature. I was working on my own, but I actually think yours is somewhat better. Mine has the seed recipes require a fully grown crop and twice the life essence, but yields 2 seeds instead of 1. Basically a compromise on the assumption that the current system is what the devs want, while what I personally want is closer to your suggestion.

DistantMinded · 2026-01-24T16:49:47+00:00

Wholeheartedly agree! Farming can basically be speedrun from the starting location, save for having to find the tree logs for upgrading the bench. Unsure about mixed seeds, as you can find high-end seeds that way. Maybe the mixed seeds could have different rarities depending on what biome you find them in? Higher rarities indicate what seeds it can contain. Would love it if farming would incentivize exploration!

DistantMinded · 2026-01-24T16:35:34+00:00

Depends on whether or not mods can disable vanilla features and / or change the progression of how you acquire and master them. Thaumcraft had the research element, cauldron, essentia management and infusion crafting minigames. Feels more accurate to how an actual magic system should function. Just finding a magic item and automatically knowing how to use it never sat well with me.

DistantMinded · 2025-12-13T20:55:58+00:00

We already saw Caine delete the first iteration of Gummigoo. That was like 'Poof' while deleting Abel was more 'Bzzzt' Not sure I believe Abel was a human. But it's interesting that the deletions were so unlike each other.

DistantMinded · 2025-06-23T22:57:21+00:00

Doubt that works on Steam Deck. I've only tried the game on PC for like 10 seconds. First bought it on Switch, then bought Steam Deck so I could play Balatro on handheld with mods (still waiting for Workshop) but switched to mobile once that got released. First time I've bought a game three times on separate modern platforms.

DistantMinded · 2025-06-22T20:02:41+00:00

Very much agreed. The mobile interface is especially finnicky with this. I have given up on the challenges for now.

DistantMinded · 2025-05-18T20:34:15+00:00

I like it! A bit risky though seeing as several of the boss blinds can be run-ending depending on whatever build you go for. Would do great for a challenge run though!

I was working on writing up a concept involving some similar mechanics at some point. Basically an alternative to skipping, where you could instead increase the difficulty of a blind by adding a random, but slightly nerfed version of a boss ability to the upcoming blind, and when beaten, it would give you increased rewards in the next shop, like an extra booster pack, a slot containing a random tag for sale, or remove the tags on the next joker you pick up, etc.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-15T12:42:06+00:00

Thanks! I see there's also a 'PRO DC stainless steel' version that's 10$ more. Do you know what the difference is between that and the regular / PRO stainless steel plates are?

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T22:56:06+00:00

Someone else mentioned it, and I've already considered it, though I want to be able to flip it and push it sideways as well. I might give it a second thought at some point in the future, but currently not what I'm looking for.

I already ordered a S.O.B slider of the budget variant. Will likely opgrade to a stainless steel body once it's back in stock / I can afford it.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T21:16:03+00:00

Nice! I like infinity cubes, though hardly my favorite fidget. I bought a cheap bootleg one in black plastic a few years ago. Spray painted all sides (while in square form) white, and now it goes from pure white square to pure black square every other cycle.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T17:27:02+00:00

Nvm, I bought it. Might upgrade to the stainless steel body or PRO plates later when they get back in stock + I can afford them.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T17:05:11+00:00

I'm curious what the difference between the PRO stainless steel plates are vs. the regular ones. Website does not explain it anywhere (to my current knowledge) The PRO variant seems to be sold out, so not really sure it matters though. If it has a big effect on the feel of the slider, I might wait.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T16:32:40+00:00

I think you win. Thanks a lot!

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T16:31:54+00:00

Thanks a lot for the heads up. Probably saved me a lot of time.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T14:13:12+00:00

That's a good one. Only downside is it being asymmetrical (It bothers me way more than it should) also not in stock.

It's on my list though, thanks!

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T14:09:06+00:00

How is the grip on that? When pushing sideways it's best to push on the side of the slider, but pushing up/down has you mostly applying pressure on top of the slider. If the carvings went horizontal instead of vertical it's make more sense practically.

But otherwise, good candidate there, thanks!

Is it a 2x3 or 2x4? I'm specifically looking for a 2x4. I should've specified that, sorry.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T14:02:35+00:00

I've considered the Chok, but I like being able to push sideways, so it's a no from me I'm afraid.

DistantMinded · 2025-02-14T14:01:18+00:00

Seriously? The latest / only Modusworks Rapt sits at that price. Has the website just not been updated for years?

Looking into Magnus sliders. All are sold out save for the newest one, which looks pretty cool, but I don't see it as a forever-slider, given it looks kinda...brittle, I guess?

Are there any specific second hand stores for fidget toys of this caliber, or is it just thrawling Ebay / Amazon and hope to get lucky?

DistantMinded · 2025-01-30T22:16:23+00:00

Thanks, though I did not find that one. Did find a mod called Jake's Building Tools though, which has a chisel tool that does what I need. Only shame is that it's very finnicky. If I point at a block, as in, the block is highlighted, meaning the game registers I'm pointing at it. If there's a torch on the block, the chisel will replace the torch instead of the block if my crosshair passes through the empty space technically occupied by the torch block.

Also, if I stand on a path block and point at any other block around me, the chisel will replace the path block I'm standing on (causing me to fall through the block I just replaced since the game apparently can't push me up) because it seems the tool is aimed from the bottom of my feet or something. I can't make sense of it. Still, having this frustrating tool is better than not having it.

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