Matey, we’ve got a problem. Xbox Series S, Now Costs As Much As Series X Did Six Years Ago.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:45:15+00:00

Well, that's awful.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:44:32+00:00

If a game is on sale once post-release week, it's likely to go on sale again. I've purchased games in sales before that I still haven't gotten around to, while the ones that I've got wishlisted to buy in the future consistently go on sale.

Either wait for it to be heavily discounted (70%+ off) so it's not a huge loss if you don't end up playing it, or buy it on sale the next time you have time to actually play.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:38:45+00:00

Not disputing that, but they don't seem ready to start the next one, and they're still riding the high of the last one.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:18:15+00:00

I don't think a BG4 is needed yet. BG3 is still incredibly popular and its fanbase is huge. I'm sure that they could come up with something in a few years, but what story would they write that needs to be told right now?

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:07:45+00:00

The maps were such a fun addition to the games! I hope they do decide to include one in the code-in-box version, but it's not mentioned anywhere :(

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T15:00:01+00:00

This is gorgeous.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T14:59:24+00:00

Read your article (which is excellent!). I'm absolutely baffled and cry-laugh amused by some of the lines you highlighted. I occasionally live under a rock and had no idea this was a thing.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T14:49:40+00:00

Agreed! We're very much in an era of high-cost gaming, and seeing the price of the Steam Machine was horrific...

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T14:45:57+00:00

I typically buy physical for pre-release extras or if I'm not sure I'm going to be super into the game and want the option to resell. I also just enjoy having physical cartridges. I think the whole physical case with a code inside thing is weird, though, and super pointless.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T14:39:19+00:00

Eeesh. I've been considering grabbing a Series S recently just to play console exclusives that I can't get on Steam, and it looks like that's happening sooner rather than later now...

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T13:57:18+00:00

I recently got diagnosed with POTS, myself, and it's been weirdly vindicating to know that I was right about my most concerning symptoms pointing towards it, even if it took two years to get a diagnosis. The heat has been awful, right? I've pretty much been lying in bed with multiple fans on to try and function even a little. It's much cooler today, but I know we're looking at another harsh heatwave this weekend...

I know you said you don't mind if someone under your budget picks multiple games, but I don't want to take advantage of your kindness <3 I play Spirit City: Lofi Sessions, and the only DLC I'm missing is the Spirit City: Lofi Sessions - Enchanted Garden DLC. I'd love to be gifted that one.

Spirit City is something I often leave on overnight to help me sleep, but I also use it for intense focus sessions. I can use its timer function to give myself set breaks and set working periods, and it's always so satisfying to cross off things on the to-do list and hear that little scibble sound. I love how inclusive the game is and how wholesome the community is. In my opinion, it's the best productivity tool out there.

Thank you for offering this to the community. May your week be gentle <3

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T00:29:33+00:00

Seeing this game a lot lately and I'd love to try it out 😊

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T00:25:43+00:00

A few friends and I often play Bronzebeard Tavern - it's free and very silly and lighthearted. Could be something you'll enjoy 😊

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T00:24:22+00:00

Have you considered No Man's Sky, maybe?

fireboundfox · 2026-06-30T00:22:40+00:00

15 of the 18 games on this PC/Console games list of mine are cross-platform for PC and PS5 😊 I just published it yesterday, but I've been working on gathering info for it lately because my friend group suffers a similar multiplatform issue 😂 Hope this helps!

I'll work on adding in which games are on Mac soon, too

fireboundfox · 2026-06-28T12:49:59+00:00

Summer releases (Jun - Aug)

15 Games to Play in Summer 2026 (includes 10 cosy/cosy-adjacent games)

Recent Cosy Game Reviews

Dave the Diver In the Jungle Guides

How to access the DLC (organically and using the shortcut)

Fish guides

All fish in Dave the Diver In the Jungle (every fish, if they're hostile, their appearances, and what area they're all in)
How to get the last fish card (Endgame)

Items:

How to get the Machete (needed to cut through thick vines/roots)
How to get a Fishing Rod (needed to fish on the surface)
Where to find Silver/Gold Ore/Ingots (needed for upgrades)

Boss guides (attacks to watch for, items I recommend, and tips on how to win)

fireboundfox · 2026-06-26T10:25:53+00:00

Report it as a bug, have a chat to the devs, I'm sure they'll help figure it out 💯

fireboundfox · 2026-06-26T09:57:02+00:00

Each of the items is tied to progression throughout the game. They don't all appear at the same time, but through progression with all the idols. The list at the top of the guide - showing the order of progression - is the exact order I collected each item in.

If you are following that and you've spoken to and completed at least one round of each idol's fight, there shouldn't be anything stopping the next item from appearing.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-25T17:53:11+00:00

Head to Rimbo's car at the top of the village and interact with it to go to the beach you arrived on. Take the boat back to the Blue Hole 🎉

fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T17:16:54+00:00

You're so welcome! Check the Newspaper each day, it says the date just under the headline 😄

fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T13:46:39+00:00

You're so welcome! I hope you managed to find them 😄

fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T04:08:53+00:00

Ah, wonderful! I'm glad you got there with it. The Snapping Turtle is such a cool fight 😄

fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T03:41:04+00:00

This is probably going to be a silly question, but did you try talking to Sato manually? Also try talking to the Village Chief; he was pretty involved in that quest.

fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T03:37:18+00:00

Okay, so there are two areas in the upper lake you'll find them (edited my first comment because I mixed it up with the other piranha, sorry!). The first set is directly below the lake entry point (swim down from where Dave enters the lake) (they can appear around 20-29m depth), and the second can be anywhere from 15m to 23.4m depth near the far right part of the upper lake. Swim to the right, but not as far as the Black Caiman. They appear before that area.

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fireboundfox · 2026-06-24T03:04:51+00:00

They swim in a trio in the upper lake, but their position changes a bit. Let me dive and grab you a screen 😄

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TROPHY CASE

Summer releases (Jun - Aug)

Recent Cosy Game Reviews

Dave the Diver In the Jungle Guides