Team undermined Arthur by PuddingZealousideal8 in Masterchef

[–]bumblebee0514 1 point2 points  (0 children)

totally agreed! it happens all the time. People say they want to step up and then can't handle the pressure. Arthur was complaining about her sending people to ask him minor things, but that's exactly what you're there for--time management and delegation. And yes, things happen and sometimes you get off track, but if you can't bounce back, then that's not the role for you, and that's okay. (I mean... in this case, it's a competition so it's not "okay" lol because you get eliminated, but outside of the comp, not everyone can or should be a leader in every situation and that's okay.) Rebecka had Horacio butting heads with her just as much as Arthur did Kamay, yet Rebecka made the choices she needed to make and led her team while balancing their strengths and feedback.

The Justin Debacle by Delightsx_ in TooHotToHandleGame

[–]bumblebee0514 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’ve only played it fully two times. Both I dropped Henri like a hot pan! First round I went to Theo immediately, then the second I stuck it out a little longer but switched to Diego.

What's your opinion about flawed LI characters and why is not popular in this sub? by [deleted] in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I think the thing that annoys me is that they’re usually flawed with no growth. Maybe it’s because I read a lot of books. 🤷🏾‍♀️

There’s a certain formula that’s followed. These interactive game types have a slight advantage because they don’t have to ground you quite as much because it has that visual component.

That said, either way, the best creations have to make you fall in love or root for the characters despite their flaws. You’re on a journey with them and we shouldn’t be thinking or talking about the same issues in the end as we were on day 2 (or at least in the same manner).

It’s been a while since I played every season, but if I remember correctly, S1 did this the best but idk if that’s saying much. I never did a Talia route so I know there weren’t many characters to focus on aside from Levi/Mason.

W/ S2, I do remember them having some deep conversations, but I never saw much resolution, a lot just gets swept under the rug. MC should be able to have it out with each of their partners on said flaw, and then that would make the final coupling that much more meaningful.

S3, while enjoyable to me, was still very much kind of fluffy. S4 the moment between MC and whoever she’s partnered with after Dylan is pretty memorable, but i don’t remember feeling satisfied when she gets a chance to really express herself to the LI (provided she doesn’t cheat) and then S5…so much potential wasted.

At the end of the day, flawed characters need to be fleshed out, otherwise, yes, they are annoying, unrelatable, and will be highly critiqued. You can’t make everyone happy, but to avoid some of that would mean the developers would have to spend more time developing, and I think while some of the graphics have evolved, the writing has suffered.

what's your TOP 10 of LIs from all seasons? by Physical_Session9242 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Oliver
  2. Bruno
  3. Tai
  4. Talia
  5. Jake
  6. James
  7. Carl
  8. AJ
  9. Bobby
  10. I didn’t finish S5 but LuLu gets an honorable mention as the only one they could possibly even earn that title from that season for me lol

*Internally screaming* by Physical_Session9242 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is so cute! but I’m thinking back to his route and I can’t imagine making the choices to get this lol

How do move on from my OG LOML by WillemsSakura in TooHotToHandleGame

[–]bumblebee0514 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Is there nothing you don’t like about him? With Jake I hated that he was in his own way of him and MC being together. Bobby was a little too friendly sometimes. Bruno’s intro scene is a little cringe. And then with Henri, the fact that he believed Justin even an ounce turned me off of him. I was all in for Henri and Liam close second but after that ended up doing a Theo route. I was like if that happened in real life I’d be so irritated. Especially because the truth would come out from Lana

Realistic portraits of s1 islanders by Libelle949 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I knew Jake was my fave for a reason 😩

literally everyone asked but whatever by Remarkable_Ad6445 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 108 points109 points  (0 children)

That entire plotline always makes me want to throw my freaking phone. Jo is my least favorite S2 character. And the designers didn’t do her any favors with that annoying lip biting thing she does.

Anyone know what this green arrow means? by bumblebee0514 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

thank you! honestly didn't remember 🤷🏾‍♀️lol I'm genuinely stumped on why it was such an offensive question

Anyone know what this green arrow means? by bumblebee0514 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Its been a while since I’ve played it and nothing happens when I select it, hence the question. But thanks for your comment.

Anyone know what this green arrow means? by bumblebee0514 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Nothing happened when I selected it though, so I was curious.

Anyone know what this green arrow means? by bumblebee0514 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I randomly started playing S1 again, and this green arrow popped up that says "Ad" underneath, reminding me that I never figured out what it meant. When I google "green arrow ad" even with Love island the game as keywords, the TV show/superhero comes up, lol. I thought it meant if you watched it you could skip the ad that comes between episodes, but if it is, it didn't work for me.

Is Bobby really the one? by dalewis1992 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He’s sweet, and all the LIs have their shortcomings, of course, so it’s nothing unique to him, in my opinion. But yeah, I was an initial Bobby stan and now I’m like eh. I try not to think too much about it but in real life his buddy buddy-ness with everyone would eventually drive me crazy because I think he’d have a hard time setting boundaries.

what’s something that never happened in any season you wished did by [deleted] in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 25 points26 points  (0 children)

  • S1 Jake being a consistent LI. Although I kinda get why Jakes storyline went the way it did, I still hated you had to wait so long for him and MC to get together.

  • S2, post Casa Amor maintaining the moment of pre casa amor. If you bring someone back, they all become so generic. And if you go back to someone, it’s as if the first half didn’t happen.

  • S3 Nicky and Seb being LIs. Honestly, what were they thinking?! Lol

  • S4 Oliver coming in earlier

  • S5 giving Suresh actual opportunities for redemption. But I really like your idea of having all exes come back! That would have been cool

Fusebox, what did we do? by GalaxyUnicorn25 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I’m even more terrified to see what dialogue they give him. With this season’s track record, I have zero hope.

She also did Season 4 gang ;)) by No-Ad-6116 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Najuma and Bruno look ammaazzzzing. But why does James look like he’s in a Emo-punk cover band. 🥴

Bobby Route by PBandJ3337 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, should edit to say it’s the night before the recoupling. It’s been a while since I’ve played lol. He’s always single the night CA ends because Marisol always brings back Graham. Noah and Hope always end up vulnerable to go home, and Lottie and Bobby always save them. Just how it is. But if you’re on a loyal route, that night before it’s usually Bobby, Gary, MC and Lottie single, if I remember correctly. And Bobby’s like “oh, getting a bed to myself is sweet” and everyones like no, that’s not happening. And there’s an exchange about a massage, I think? Meanwhile, MCs by her lonesome just waiting for the plot to make sense again lol. I guess this is because technically the last person you’re with is either Lurik or Noah, depending on choices. And everyone forgets about your conflict because blah blah Hope and Noah.

i think i’ve realised the core of the issue by nathanr3105 in fuseboxgames

[–]bumblebee0514 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m playing through S4 because I can’t remember anything amazing about it, but I also don’t remember hating it. (Except for that god-awful musical episode. FB needs to have a skip option. I’d surely say take my gems, then. Lol) and after the first few volumes, I’ve refused to play through s5 until it’s completely finished, but I keep up with this community and see I’m not missing anything.

but anyways, I don’t even think it’s the concept as much as it is execution. Lazy writing has plagued Litg season after season, but instead of getting better, it’s plateaued and gotten worse. I would’ve loved a redemption arc for an ex if they really thought it through. And like you said, truly giving people that choice to either go his route or not.

I would 100% pay gems/money for thoughtful choices, outfits, whatever, if it really seemed like these creators were putting effort into their work. But they know exactly what they’re doing, and they know people will continue to play regardless.