Games I play
This list is exhaustive.
I used to be a more broadened gamer but, in my old age, have narrowed the spectrum to a specific type of game that I like: the Turn-based Strategy. And then I further narrowed it to a few specifics; the near perfect incarnations of TBS presented by the aforementioned games. I play them the same way other casual folk play Bejewelled or Collapse. I just kick 'em up and enjoy a 30-45 minute brain teaser now and again.
PCSX2 : The Power of PS2 Emulation
I play all of the aforementioned games on my PC anymore, via the PCSX2 emulator. I find it way more convenient than the actual PS2 for a number of reasons:
- Save states ('nuff said right there)
- Can pause the action any time with a quick hit of the Escape key; no more need to fumble around for a remote with a mute button if the stupid phone rings.
- Higher resolution graphics: All three games look much sharper at the zoomed-out levels, which is both pretty and functional (easier time seeing units and such).
- Can load a game in 4 seconds, instead of the marathon 1-2 minutes needed to boot through the usual plethora of PS2 startup crap.
- (subjective) I really honestly prefer controlling Disgaea games via the keyboard. I suspect most people would not agree with me on that one, though... and that's ok.
And most importantly:
- No need to leave my computer chair to enjoy my favorite games of all time. Just click-and-go.