Hi!
Since I have decided to start a c-blog I figured I would introduce myself.
So I'm 23, live in Sydney with my boyfriend, work full-time, study part-time and am obsessed with video games. My first console was the PS1 and I quickly became addicted. For a few years gaming was my main priority but then I decided to have a social life and only played for a couple of hours a week.
I got back into gaming in December 2007 and bought a 360 and PS3 in the same week. My boyfriend also bought a 360 last year and we have our setups next to each other (which I will post another time). I have purchased about 80 games in the last year and a half and continue to buy a couple of games each month.
I somehow manage to find the time to play games at least 3-4 hours a day and more on weekends. I also listen to video game podcasts all day at work. Usually play my PSP or DS on the train to work and am currently playing SO: First Departure and Suikoden Tierkreis. I almost miss my train stop quite often because I get so involved in whatever game I'm playing. I love that there are so many remakes coming out on PSP/DS so I can play games I never got around to playing.
So I am kind of obsessed with RPGs and am currently playing all the PS2 RPGs I missed out on when I wasn't gaming. Recently finished Persona 4 and now playing P3 FES. My PS3 is backwards compatible which makes life easier. I have finished most RPGs on 360 but only Valkyria Chronicles on PS3 which is easily one of the best games I have ever played in my entire life. I made at least 10 people buy that game but none of them have finished it yet because they suck.
I like other genres but haven't really played anything other than RPGs this year. Not a huge fan of FPS but I loved R6V2 and L4D. Also like fighting games and strategy games but I tend to suck at them.
Also I love to buy Collectors Editions and figures/plushies of my fave games. Unfortunately most cool things never end up being released in Australia so I miss out or find out about things too late. So many sites don't ship to Australia either so it is kind of annoying. I do have Devil Summoner 2 on its way to me right now though :)
Well this is a pretty big intro so if anyone reads it all you are awesome :) Next post will be my setup! Oh and as the title says I love Cactuars.
Cheers
Amanda
http://www.destructoid.com/contest-win-some-valkyria-chronicles-figurines-and-art-book-130507.phtml
Welcome to Destructoid. Also I want that Cactus Plushie!!
Also, I'm really jealous of the Hero Prinny plush...where'd you get it?!
You are awesome. Welcome to Destructoid! This is how to make an intro post, people! Stick around, post some more Cblogs, the community needs more female members!
hello and welcome. I like your cactuar!
@Hamza I didn't realise the Valkyria contest was worldwide so expect an entry from me!
I decided to start getting involved here because I noticed so many other Valkyria fans which is awesome. I have figurines of Alicia, Isara, Rosie and Eleanor.
@Magnalon I love SRPGs. I have finished Luminous Arc 1 & 2 and started FF Tactics on PSP but then I ended up playing Mana Khemia Student Alliance instead (which I finished a couple of weeks ago). Will probably try it again later on. Too many Atlus PSP/DS games are coming out in the next few months so I will be playing those. I got my Prinny from the Rosenqueen site because they ship to Australia :) Just pre-ordered Cross Edge from there.
@Mid3Vol I'm guessing your name is Amanda too? That makes you awesome!
@Monodi you have to play them both! They are awesome must play games. I have a Moogle and Tonberry on pre-order from Play Asia too.
oops I write too much sorry everyone!
WHAT ARE YOU DOING YOU ARE EXCEEDING THE TOLERATED BOUNDS OF TEXT IN YOUR OWN BLOG WHAT THE FUAAI'm just kidding.
Welcome to Destructoid. :-)
Wollongong > Sydney
Welcome!
Have you seen the anime for it? I'm kind of on the fence about it overall.
@SilverDragon thanks :) will post our setup on the weekend
@Nebones I use to live in ctown lol. My sister goes down to the gong all the time to go clubbing/drinking/whatever.
@Ryoma I have been obsessed since I bought it on the release date :) I have been watching the anime with the english subtitles, definitely prefer the game.
Is that because it's easier to get in clubs down here lol