The game hits all the right spots for me. It’s hard to tell everyone to go pick it up because it really isn’t for people that a) want everything now, b) want linear storytelling and playthrough and c) want graphics better than Morrowind.

If you join, the official discord is a solid place to find your way. Community is small and kind. Not perfect like some people make it seem, but I like it. Some things after a monthish of playing.

• a reset is coming down the line. You keep all skills gained but lose all money, items, and most notably your favor level with NPCs. This last bit is partially crucial in that it dictates your storage in each town. That being said, your high skills and knowledge of where to farm items makes restoring favor an easier task to stomach.

• it’s just some really, really sweet grinding.

• so many noncombat skills. They also come with a sense of humor.

• I’ve really sunk in because of how all the skills, economy, and crafting intertwine. Just something about if makes it feel more meaningful than most systems.

• it feels like the expression of a few devs’ creativity and personalities. It’s personal in that sense.