Hey fellow gamers! I'm a Filipino who mostly plays on my awesome Steam Deck (got it in 2024 – that's when the real fun really began!), and my Steam library is a chaotic masterpiece of epic adventures and hilarious mishaps. Buckle up, because this is a wild ride through my ever-expanding world of gaming goodness!

My gaming history is long and winding. It all started in college with my first PC. Back then, my gaming life revolved around titles like Diablo II, Counter-Strike, Warcraft III, Red Alert 2, Sacred, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, and a bunch of emulator games. Let's just say my early gaming years involved a very extensive collection of... games. I was a hardcore DOTA 1 addict – seriously, I sometimes even slept in computer shops to keep playing! I also spent countless hours in MMO RPGs like Ragnarok Online, RAN Online, Cabal Online, and Freestyle Online.

In 2014, I bought my first Lenovo laptop. That year, I played a lot of... games. My salary wasn't very high back then, so that's how I experienced many titles. Among them was Skyrim, and I instantly fell in love with it! I started learning how to mod it, and quickly became addicted.

Then came my Nintendo 3DS in 2016. I was so excited! I immediately jumped into a bunch of games: Super Smash Bros., Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, Pokémon Ultra Sun, Fire Emblem Awakening, One Piece Unlimited World R, Animal Crossing, Xenoblade Chronicles, Monster Hunter Generations, and Pokémon Omega Ruby. It was awesome! Eventually, I even modded it to play... games.

In 2018, I built my first custom PC, and that's when my Steam journey truly began. I dove headfirst into DOTA 2, quickly becoming obsessed (RIP sleep schedule!), and also played a significant amount of other, less reputable games. This is also the PC where I started playing Guild Wars 2 in 2022, months before its Steam release. It was a fantastic game for me at the time, offering a completely different experience from DOTA 2.

Then in 2023, I got a Nintendo Switch. I fell in love with games like Animal Crossing New Horizons, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Fire Emblem Three Houses, Monster Hunter Rise, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Pokémon Violet, and later, Xenoblade Chronicles 3. It quickly became a favorite.

My PC started malfunctioning in 2024, prompting me to consider an upgrade. I debated between replacing parts or buying a gaming laptop, but then remembered handheld gaming PCs. After checking reviews and prices, I decided to buy the Steam Deck. My Steam collection exploded!

My Steam Deck Era (2024 - Present): A Genre-Based Deep Dive
- RPGs: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Elden Ring, The Witcher 3, Skyrim, Hogwarts Legacy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Cyberpunk 2077, Baldur's Gate 3, Disco Elysium, The Outer Worlds, South Park: The Fractured But Whole, Kitaria Fables, Pankapu, Our Adventure Guild, Tell Me Why, Undertale, Nioh 2, Hollow Knight.
- Action/Adventure: Horizon Zero Dawn, Fallout 4, Fallout New Vegas, GTA 5, Borderlands 3, Red Dead Redemption 2, Far Cry 5, Days Gone, Assassin's Creed Unity, Dishonored, Dishonored 2, Doom Eternal, Doom 64, Aliens: Fireteam Elite, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, Necesse, Kenshi, Project Zomboid, Palworld.
- Strategy/Simulation: Civilization VI, XCOM 2, Darkest Dungeon, Planet Coaster, Car Mechanic Simulator 2021, Divinity: Original Sin 2.
- Survival Horror: Resident Evil 2, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Dying Light, Dead by Daylight, Project Zomboid, Vampire Survivors.
- Fighting Games: Street Fighter V, The King of Fighters, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, The King of Fighters '98 Ultimate Match Final Edition, FIGHT N RAGE, Guilty Gear, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4.
- Music Games: Muse Dash, Rocksmith® 2014 Edition Remastered Learn & Play.
- Deck-Building Games: Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel, Balatro, Slay the Spire.
- Puzzles/Platformers: Portal 1 & 2, Celeste, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, SteamWorld Dig 2, Bright: Infinite Memory.

So, after all that gaming goodness, it's time to reflect on my all-time favorites. Narrowing it down was tough, but here are my top 10:

My Top 10 All-Time Games (a deeply personal, and possibly questionable, list):
1. Diablo II (PC): My first unforgettable overnight gaming experience
2. DOTA 1 (PC): The MOBA that consumed my college years.
3. Pokémon Emerald (GBA): Nostalgia overload – this game defined my childhood.
4. Guild Wars 2 (PC): My top MMORPG
5. Skyrim (PC): My modding obsession began here.
6. Elden Ring (PC): A brutal but beautiful journey.
7. Final Fantasy VII (PS1): My first true love in the RPG world.
8. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time (N64): A masterpiece that still holds up.
9. Monster Hunter Wilds & World (PC)/Rise (Switch)/4 Ultimate & Generations (3DS)/ Freedom Unite (PSP): The hunt never ends.
10. Super Mario Bros. (NES): The game that started it all.

Special Mentions – These games didn't make the top 10, but they hold a special place in my gaming memories:
- Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (Switch)
- Legend of Zelda: BotW (Switch)
- Pokemon Black 2 and White 2 (DS)
- Pokemon X and Y (3DS)
- Street Fighter EX Plus (Arcade)
- Metal Slug (PS1)
- Contra (NES)
- NBA 2K14 (PC)
- Need for Speed: Most Wanted (PC)
- Counter-Strike (PC)
- Pokémon Legends: Arceus (Switch)
- Nier Automata (Switch)
- Witcher 3 (Switch)
- Animal Crossing: New Leaf (3DS)
- Divinity: Original Sin 2 (PC)
- Final Fantasy Tactics (PS1)
- Ragnarok Online (PC)
- PUBG Mobile (Mobile)
- Ragnarok Eternal Love (Mobile)
- Marvel's Spider-Man GOTY (PS4)
- Horizon Zero Dawn (PS4)
- Nintendo Switch Sports (Switch)
- Yu-Gi-Oh! Ultimate Masters WC 2006 (GBA)
- Summon Night: Swordcraft Story 2 (GBA)
- Warcraft III (PC)
- Tetris (Brick Game)

Top 10 Recommended Steam Deck Games (games I’ve personally enjoyed on the Deck):
1. Elden Ring
2. Monster Hunter Rise
3. Doom Eternal
4. Stardew Valley
5. Skyrim
6. Baldur's Gate 3
7. Balatro
8. Vampire Survivors
9. Cyberpunk 2077
10. Hogwarts Legacy

Beyond Steam, my Nintendo systems, countless emulators, mobile games and my niece PS4, 🤣 I'm always on the lookout for my next gaming adventure! I'd love to try VR gaming someday, but haven't had the chance to get a headset yet. Hopefully, someday!

Anyway, thanks for all the likes and comments on my artwork, videos, and screenshots, and for the funny messages on my profile! And a huge thanks to anyone who wants to give a Profile Award.

So, fellow gamers, what amazing games should I add to my ever-growing collection? Hit me with your best recommendations! I'm always on the lookout for my next obsession! Add me as a friend! Let's game and laugh together! 😄