Gaming has been the perfect distraction from the current environment. Video games, board games, card games, it doesn’t matter. All forms of gaming have provided me a way to distance myself from all things COVID-19. Therefore, I wanted to share a couple of updates as to how gaming is providing me happiness throughout this time.

Winning the Game Knights Contest

Shortly before entering Quarantine, I found out through Twitter that I had won the Game Knights contest in February 2020. It was exciting! I received a signed Forest playmat, bright yellow sleeves, a green deck box, and a couple of booster packs. I used the green deck box to put my new deck in, but the sleeves and playmat have remained untouched. I have touched on how I’m back into playing Magic, and this added to my excitement. A special thanks to The Command Zone cast, who sent me these items.

Partying in The Sims #3 University Life

The Sims 3 is iconic. During a blizzard or in quarantine, The Sims #3 passes the time. I purchased the University Life expansion pack from Steam. I’m in awe at how much better the University expansion is compared to The Sims #2 version. It’s more realistic, and my Sims get invited to social outings. I created the cast of New Girl, which includes Nick Miller, Jessica Day, Schmidt, and Winston. It’s helped pass the time.

Playing Fortnite Online

I never thought I would be saying this, but I have been playing Fortnite. A couple of friends from work invited me to play Fortnite, and it was actually fun. To be clear, I wouldn’t play this game alone. Fortnite is meant to be played with friends, and it’s one of the few games that’s cross-platform.

Next, I hope to complete KHIII (Kingdom Hearts III) along with Jedi: Fallen Order. I’m playing Monster Prom on Steam, and I want to unlock all the bonus endings. Finally, I’m trying out Xbox Game Pass, and I downloaded a couple of games on Xbox. I’m trying to establish mini gaming goals, so I can be more productive as a gamer. Wish me luck!