I (50f) just got my first gaming laptop ever!!

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thewickednoodle on November 5th, 2020 at 23:21 UTC »

It was an early Xmas present from my BF. I posted on FB but no one was interested...probably because I don’t have a single friend who likes to game. So I thought I’d share here!

Edit: I never thought this would blow up, it’s awesome! Thank you so much for so many sweet comments, game recs and love from a community I’m really excited to be a part of. You’ve all made this old broad feel pretty damn fantastic.

I’ll really try to respond to all of the comments but it will be a few days. I’m only now finding time to play which is what I’m planning on spending my day doing. And with the exciting election results rolling in here in the US this morning, it’s a damn fine day!

So many people have asked what my favorite games are and what I plan to play first, so here goes:

Witcher 3 is what I plan to play first. I’d just bought it but didn’t realize I couldn’t play it on the PC my bf had given me (I have a Mac) so he bought and surprised me with this one last night. He waited until I went to the bathroom and put it on my pillow. Yes, I’m so fucking lucky and yes, he’s really that amazing. We met when I was 46 (he was 45) and we’ve never stopped laughing and having a blast together since day 1. Anyway...looking forward to diving in to Witcher today!

Stardew Valley - the hours I’ve put into this game is insane. Started on my switch then picked up the Mac version so I could use mods. BOTW - took a while to warm up to it (due to not “getting it” at first) but it quickly became a top favorite. So much fun! Have also put in insane hours with it.

Slay the Spire - bought on a whim after reading about it in this sub. Such a fun, well-done game. It’s one I’ll come back to again and again.

I’ve also played ACNH and put a lot of hours in but ultimately got bored. I love the community and think it’s a great game, though. Inside is another game I loved on my switch. There are probably more but I just woke up and need coffee.

Random side note: I realized last night as I was falling asleep that I’m actually 51, not 50. At this point does it matter? 😂 I had a birthday a few weeks ago and legit just forgot that I’m actually old as dirt.

Speaking of age...I have to say, I really don’t feel it and have been told I don’t look it (not sure I agree there). My bf tells me it’s because I have the brain of a 15-year-old boy, haha. Yeah, I’m getting up there but if I have any advice at all to give, it’s to be who you are and don’t apologize for it to anyone for any reason (assuming you’re not an asshole). It took me far too long to figure this out. My friends think I’m weird that I’m so into gaming but IDGAF. Apparently I should be decorating my house and going to yoga. I’ve done those things and there’s nothing wrong with either, but they’re just not me.

Thanks for reading, for welcoming me into your community and for being amazing people who have genuinely warmed my heart and made me feel welcome. Sending you all loads of love and good wishes.

Edit 2: formatted because I was on mobile. I also see that this post has been removed (why?) so it's likely no one will see these edits anyway. That's cool...I still mean every word so it's all good.

lungshenli on November 5th, 2020 at 23:21 UTC »

Congrats! What games do you plan on playing?

NuclearTaco55 on November 5th, 2020 at 23:31 UTC »

Oh hey, I have a nitro 5 as well! Great computer