Chapter 18 — Entertainment & Gaming

How do I pick what to play next?

Match your available time to game length. 20 minutes: roguelike or session-based multiplayer. 2 hours: story-driven indie. 30+ hours: an RPG you can commit to. Use HowLongToBeat.com to filter. Don't start something you can't finish this month.

Follow-up questions

How do I find hidden gem games?

Steam's 'Discovery Queue,' the Steam curator system, itch.io's 'popular this week,' and end-of-year lists from RPS, Polygon, and IGN Fireside.

Should I trust review scores?

Metacritic aggregates critics; OpenCritic weights recent reviews; Steam user reviews reflect stability and value. Use all three.

Is Game Pass or PS Plus better?

Game Pass has the deeper current library. PS Plus wins on classic PlayStation exclusives if you're already on PS5.

How do I break a gaming rut?

Play something 90 minutes long from a genre you don't usually touch. Portal, INSIDE, and What Remains of Edith Finch reset most people's palate.

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