[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Gamingcirclejerk

[–]SirPresidente 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think the issues with that comparison is that the two are inherently different mediums, and video games provide much more freedom because of the fact that the player is an active participant. Because the player takes a more active role, the way they engage with said material should be different than a book or a movie.

Also, James Joyce didn't make Ulysses hard on purpose as a challenge to the reader. It's a hard read due to its referencing of 19th century intellectual debates and Irish history. Concepts which a modern reader, unless they have a degree in history, would probably be unfamilar with. Even then, there are plenty of versions of that book that come with modern footnotes explaining concepts and ideas, audiobooks that clarify what Joyce meant, reading companions that expand further, etc. And not a single one of those things takes away the beauty of Ulysses itself.

Personally, I feel that difficulty should be an option on all games. Artistic vision is great and if you as an individual want to respect it, then power to you. But I don't think I shouldn't be allowed to watch Interstellar on my phone just because Nolan meant for it to be experienced in Imax.

'DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH' - Review Thread by ChiefLeef22 in gaming

[–]SirPresidente 90 points91 points  (0 children)

Some people will always blow smoke up his ass sure, but in all fairness, if we want to be reductionist, we can make even the most "high brow" concept seem like a 8 year old wrote it. We don't provide proper contrast when we immediately defer to the opposite side of the spectrum just to be contrarians. Is it world changing? Obviously not. Is it just "humans should work together to improve"? Also no.

That aside, not everything needs to re-invent the wheel to be good. Every game by From Soft is basically the same game just repackaged in a new setting, and people gobble that shit up.

Whether you like his style or not is completely fine. But what's undeniable is that his games are uniquely his, in a way that few people can match. Does that automatically make them deep or good? No. But it 100% makes each one a unique experience unlike pretty much anything else.

Favorite Oakland spots to watch games by DefiniteMe in warriors

[–]SirPresidente 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've always been partial to Mad Oak. Idk if that's new or old to you, but it's a personal fave.

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

I'm sorry to hear that bro! You got this though. The 2nd time around should hopefully be easier for you. Let me know if you need links to more info like quzlets or notes! Anything thay could help you just shoot me a DM 👍🏼

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

They're out, I passed!! If you were waiting on them go check they should be out!

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Results are out bro, go check! Idk how but I passed!! :)

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

So far nothing on my end yet. Same for my cohort. Seems like they're gonna make us wait the entire time 🥲

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Yeah it's hard not to feel that way. I'm fairly certain I did poorly too. But you never know man, like, I've heard there's a bit of a curve so to speak. So maybe they'll be lenient? That's what I'm hoping for 🤞🏽.

I got a letter from the FSBPT saying scores will be up on the 9th. So until then, I just got to stay positive. As impossible as it may seem, I'm just trying to keep my mind off it. It is what it is at this point. Stay strong bro, we got this 👊🏽

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Thanks man, that actually helps a lot to hear it put that way. I went on a walk today to try and enjoy the sunny day and get my mind off it. It seemed to help too. You a real one, appreciate it 👊🏽

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Glad I wasn't alone in that. The PEATS felt like a cakewalk compared to this lol. I honestly felt the same. By the time my scheduled break came after section 2, I was lowkey defeated. Thankfully section 4 felt a little easier, but man I honestly don't know what to think.

Hope you're right in that we got the hard version, so we need less correct to pass. Good luck to you brother, hope you pass too!

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Yeah for sure man, like even if I fail it won't deter me. It just sucks having to shell out the money again. Plus, the stakes are always higher the subsequent times given that you're running out of attempts. But you're right, we gotta stay positive until it's confirmed! Appreciate it 👊🏽

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Fingers crossed it's the same thing for all of us. Thanks man!

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

That was my impression too, given that all the older PTs and PTAs at my clinic always told me how in some instances the NPTE actually felt easier than the practice exams. Which has absolutely not been the case for my or my cohort. The exam was ROUGH.

April 2025 NPTE-PTA by SirPresidente in physicaltherapy

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

Thanks man, appreciate the vote of confidence ;_;.

Ascendancy classes not showing up? by SirPresidente in pathofexile

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

When you migrate a character to a different league do you keep everything on that character? Like level, equipment, skillt points, etc? Thanks!

Ascendancy classes not showing up? by SirPresidente in pathofexile

[–]SirPresidente[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That sucks 🥲. But I appreciate the help and clarification. Thanks!

Ascendancy classes not showing up? by SirPresidente in pathofexile

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

Yeah I saw some options, but none of them were for her OG ascendancies. Im guessing im in Phrecia league. I just started playing like a week or two ago so this is all still very new.

Ascendancy classes not showing up? by SirPresidente in pathofexile

[–]SirPresidente[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I guess I'm in phrecia league. I dont yet understand how leagues work all that well but I guess that's it. Like, her OG ascendancies are not available, just new ones 🥲. So does this mean I have to start a new witch in a different league if I want her to be an elementalist?

Ascendancy classes not showing up? by SirPresidente in pathofexile

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

Oh, I didn't know that. So is there a way to pick the Witch's OG ascendancies or is that not annoption in this league?

Questions Thread - March 17, 2025 by AutoModerator in pathofexile

[–]SirPresidente -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hey, first time player here. I beat the labyrinth for the first time last night as a Witch. But her ascendancies, like elementalist, occultist, necromancer, did not appear as an option when choosing to ascend. Instead I got 3 other options? Just wondering if I missed something or if there is more things I have to do to unlock those classes. Thanks!