The Acrobat of Ashgabat – Book Review
On one hand, it breaks the cliche of how this type of message is always portrayed. On the other hand, the cliche break doesn’t work that well.
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Mud, Bugs & Other Tales – Book Review
Not my favorite, but probably works for children learning to read (I learned languages differently, so I can’t confirm). It’s easy to read, that’s the most important.
Cate and the Garden Bandits – Book Review
Vibrant illustrations that drew me in right away! (No pun intended ;)) The writing however isn’t on the same level.
TsukuTabe Volume 5 – Manga Review
Especially the consent chapter with hugging, touching each other’s faces, holding hands in a couple-like way, and … read for yourself! They’re too cute.
Immortals – Documentary Review
Two Iraqi youngsters documenting the revolution. Milo, a woman acting as a man because that’s the only way she feels safe. Khalili, a weak man finding power through filming.
A Fading Man – Movie Review
I loved the polyamory aspect and all the communication about consent. However, their triad relationship was very short and ended too abruptly.
The Algo by C J Arlow
Speculative fiction at its finest, The Algo envisions a world where optimisation is everything. The algorithm calculates the perfect ambience, routes, posture, everything. All people have to do is obey and after all, why wouldn’t you? Decision fatigue is a real thing. Citizens are measured by their optimisation scores and the higher the score, the…
A very Puggy Christmas – Book Review
Unfortunately, I can’t recommend it. Although the poems were fun to read and the illustrations were just as nice as in the prequel.
OZI: Voice of the Forest – Movie Review
I absolutely bawled my eyes out during the parts about saving the rainforest!!! I really like the animation and the designs. And the sign language.
Locked behind a wall – Should mods ever be charged for?
The release of Paralives has sparked discussions about mod creation, particularly focusing on TwistedMexi, who created a paywalled camera mod shortly after launch. Critics argue that paywalls undermine the spirit of modding, suggesting creators should seek donations instead. Many believe such practices are inappropriate, especially for a game still in early access.