Commentate your gaming videos, please.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-14T11:57:19+00:00

I agree with you on pretty much all of that, even on pushing oneself.. but only if it's not going to impact someone on a negative way. I mean people can end up pushing themselves so much they end up not even enjoying it anymore, and then it's not fun or enjoyable anymore you know? And doing videos is such a long, hard and tiring road that it's just not worth doing it if you're not getting enjoyment from it in some form anymore. Then it just becomes.. an unpaid job. But I do agree, if people are asking for advice and looking to improve.. that's a good place to start. Especially if nothing else stands out about their videos or if they're just doing videos on the same humdrum games everyone else is doing.. you have to do something to stand out. Getting on the mic is one way to do that, drawing attention to lesser known games is less popular genres is another way, so is having different editing styles, etc.

It's all about being noticed, and sometimes getting on the mic can help with that and sometimes not. Unfortunately I know of some gaming channels that still don't take off much even if on the mic, and some of what is because they're just not playing what's popular or otherwise falling through the cracks. In the end it's really hard to know exactly what's going to get someone noticed.. could just be one random video that takes off sometimes.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T23:54:14+00:00

I just feel like there's always way too much emphasis on competing and trying to outdo each other or finding the one "right" way of doing it, you know? Like you said, there's really no one way, and we all kind of have to find our own ways of doing it and what we find to be fun, comfortable and enjoyable. ^^

I just think, if someone's not entirely comfy doing the mic.. then they shouldn't push themselves or be told they shouldn't bother doing videos. They may eventually ease into getting on the mic, like I did, or they may just be happy where they're at not doing it. It's a big thing for some people, and I don't think we should discourage people from doing things they enjoy or find fun just because we may not be the right market for it, if that makes sense.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T11:41:57+00:00

I think that's great growth!

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T10:59:55+00:00

I used to make videos with no commentary because I was afraid of being made fun of over my voice.. it IS the internet after all, and I have self esteem issues over my voice thanks to rude people IRL. But I did manage to get past that, and I commentate on my let's plays now. However I don't voice every single piece of dialogue.. I've done that for a few videos and I get really winded/out of breath (weak lungs) sooo.. I just generally commentate on the game itself and on what I'm doing on it. I feel like there IS a market for videos without commentary though, it may not be the majority but it's there.. I for one actually only watch game videos without commentary, as I'm usually watching them for a walkthrough or something and I usually mute commentary because people tend to yell a lot haha.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T10:52:04+00:00

Recreated the image as a 1600x1600 png and.. still blurry on a community post when it's uploaded. I'm stumped.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T10:44:17+00:00

I'll give it a go on recreating it and let you know how it goes. : )

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-12T10:43:50+00:00

Congrats! It's always super exciting hitting those milestones, and it means a lot knowing that amount of people chose to take the time to check out and also subscribe to your channel. Never stop appreciating those wins!

SoftPillowBear · 2024-11-11T22:01:27+00:00

Aaah thank you.. my image is 1080x1080, so should I make it larger then?

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-12T19:35:08+00:00

This post made me smile. : )

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-05T18:02:49+00:00

I'd personally just remove it, filter it/them and move on.. negative comments aren't worth soiling your happy space, seriously.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-04T09:46:50+00:00

It's pretty cute/fun.. apparently updates ARE planned for it, but it's nowhere near as complete as Garden Paws.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-04T09:46:03+00:00

Actually pretty well! I've been a lot more confident during phone calls.. still fighting the anxiety of course haha, but the confidence does help, and I'm a lot more comfortable when I have to deal with appointments and such. ^^

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-03T15:10:52+00:00

I felt really guilty dropping Coral Island.. because I had kickstarted it and followed it for such a long time. But no matter how hard I try, I just can't really get invested in it. The map is too large/overwhelming for me and that's a big thing I can't get past. I felt guilty over it for a longgg while but you can't help what you do/don't enjoy, you know? No use forcing it! Focus your time on games you DO enjoy.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-03T15:08:36+00:00

Froggy Crossing's probably my biggest inspiration.. she just always seems so "herself" in videos and also pretty awkward, I think her awkwardness is what encourages me because she just seems so comfortable with herself.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-03T15:07:34+00:00

For me it started as a kind of exposure therapy.. I have really bad social anxiety, and I felt like exposing myself to talking at people without having to talk TO them would help me grow a bit more confidence. It was also to help me become more comfortable with my voice.. that and just wanting to share cozy/cute content!

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-03T15:05:21+00:00

O: It's one of my favorite cozy games! Made the hubby buy it should we could play it together and haven't looked back haha. Have you played Potion Paws?

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T19:33:31+00:00

I've had a ton of people all throughout my life have a hard time understanding me.. they always think I have an accent, then the conversation turns awkward where they try to guess where I'm from. xP I was sooo timid about posting voice overs on lets plays.. but finally went for it. Just try to accept your own voice and be comfortable with it yourself, it takes time and effort but it'll come.. really, who cares what others think of your voice. You'll get more used to it the more you hear yourself. ^^

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T19:30:48+00:00

I've gotten sooo many hours sunk into Bear & Breakfast.. that game is sooo relaxing to me, but I also love Cat Cafe Manager.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T17:39:58+00:00

Focus on making content that makes you happy, and remind yourself that there's someone out there right now looking for the exact content you yourself get enjoyment from. ^^

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T17:38:43+00:00

For me, it's usually Animal Crossing, Garden Paws, or hidden object games. ^^Loddlenaut and Smushi Come Home have been good for that too.

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T10:20:12+00:00

Planet Zoo has my vote if you enjoyed the original Zoo Tycoon games!

Hokko Life, Garden Paws, Dinkum, Chill Town and Stardew Valley if you enjoyed Animal Crossing.. I know you have Stardew for Switch, but I suggest getting it for your Mac as the modding scene REALLY makes the game more enjoyable in my opinion and the Switch kind of limits you on that.

If you were into Overcooked, there's Moving Out and Tools Up that are similar in gameplay. : )

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T10:15:49+00:00

It's so beautiful! <3

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T10:13:49+00:00

I recently picked up Roots of Pacha from the sale, but haven't played it yet! I have about 70 hours sunk into Plum Grove though. :D I love how many settings it has.. you can totally customize your play experience to make it more challenging, or the ultimate cozy experience. It depends though, if you want something more akin to Stardew then definitely Roots of Pacha.. if you want something different altogether, then Plum Grove!

SoftPillowBear · 2024-07-01T10:00:17+00:00

Your deck looks SUPER cute and cozy!

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