2026 Video Game Thread!

Big day tomorrow. I'll be starting a brand new job. NGL, I'm terrified. I've been unemployed for three years now, so this will be a very big change and I really want to do everything to leave a good impression. I'm also excited, as this seems to be a nice place to work. I'll be giving it my all!

This was a transformative year for me. Art was on the back burner a bit, but I got a lot of practice in and I'm excited for what next year brings. #artvsartist2025

Well, that's nearly it for 2025. Can't say I'm optimistic for 2026 to be better, but it sure would be nice.

I self-published my first ever book, which felt really good. I also finally got a job after a year of searching, which I'm both nervous and excited for. Lastly, I completed a copy editing and proofreading course and earned a certificate for both :3

Another year has come and went, so the Tome of Silver is capping it off with our year end video! This one has four mini reviews packed into this one so be sure to check it out! youtu.be/BGzhrIkeFP0?...

Its her day

My daughter doing a smug

1 year ago somewhere in New York? #SonicTheHedgehog

Happy anniversary to the Phantasy Star series! ⭐ I just wanted to redraw that title screen.

Metroid Prime 4 100%ed on Hard mode. I think I can safely say I like it more than 3 Corruption but it doesn't hit the highs on 1 & 2. The 8/10 scores I've seen for it feels appropriate. A great game with some issues.

Went for the Platinum trophy in Wuchang. I don't think I've resonated with a Soulslike this much since Bloodborne. Wish the picture I got for the trophy was comprehensible lol

My newest creation for the chibi army, it's Chibi Kalila! Very happy with this one. It's a dynamic pose and it doesn't look too stiff, either!

I can't wait to play Metroid prime 4

He's gonna be okay, right?

We have an old friend speeding to the channel with four games for the Gameboy Advance. We're looking at the Sonic Advance Trilogy and Pinball Party for good measure! youtu.be/fJjQB4y47AY?...

I've been studying Chibi art for a little while now, and was finally confident to try doing the whole process myself. I'm pretty happy with it. I still have a ways to go to make them look less stiff and more expressive, but for a first attempt, that's a pretty cute little man!

Got this funny little visual glitch while playing The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Looks like Spidey's webs can solidify now. Hell of a range to the wall, too!

While I'm still not crazy about the new price of amiibo, I appreciate that they are larger and more detailed. I can't see myself buying any more after the last of the Prime 4 amiibo are released, though.

In case you missed it, my review of Man of Medan went up on my channel a few hours ago. On Halloween, no less! Actually, it's a pretty crazy coincidence, haha. youtu.be/G0jMhg0fmtc?...

Lilith! I just could not ignore drawing the other succubus after finishing Morrigan ;u; she's also my favorite of the two~

Well it ain't much of a screenshot, but Digimon Story Time Stranger has been Platinumed!

I love that Digimon Time Stranger lets you ride many of your Digimon

Also, I've really liked the Miku Festival. The team modes, especially the tap boost, are a great idea and a lot of fun. It feels like a better Team Sonic Racing.

There we go, Sonic Crossworlds Platinum achieved. Though I adore this game, grinding for tickets to get the decals and horns was miserable. The rate of earning tickets seriously needs reworking. Otherwise, this was fun to achieve.

Look at me go, actually remembering to post when the video first goes up! We're looking at Scarlet Nexus today, a unique action game made by Bandai Namco. youtu.be/BmLHi0t9u7g?...

Finally caved and bought PS Plus so I can play Crossworlds online. I almost never play games online unless it's with friends cause I get anxious for one reason or another. My first race didn't go too bad! Got myself a bronze medal.

Post your favorite Sonic character. I'm sorry, but you can't ask me to choose between my two sons

I'm seriously loving Sonic Crossworlds so far. The courses look so good and the character interactions are things I've wanted more of for years! Gameplay wise, this may even beat out Transformed as my favorite racer!

A farewell to summer

Decided to platinum Cosmic Star Heroine, which took just under 15 hours. This is such great little game. I forgot how varied the cast's abilities were. Every team combination made the combat feel new. I would love to see a follow up one day!

A little late, but a new video was released on the channel earlier today. This mega video covers the 360, Wii, DS *and* PSP versions of Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2. Please consider giving it a watch! youtu.be/5-Q0wXpu54Y?...

Even if it's only for a page or two, I still can't believe I have a comic where Metal Sonic fights Batman. What a world.

After 100+ arduous hours, I finally reached my goal of unlocking HUNK. I think I'm finally all Resident Eviled out for a good while.

Drawing of my OC, Felt! She usually avoids violence, but even she can get serious sometimes! I'm happy with the foreshortening, very dynamic! I've finally learned good colored lines, too. Finally, I think I've got a hang on how to pick color palettes that look balanced and aren't too bright.

If you see this, quote this post with a title screen that's iconic to you

Finally, a drawing I want to share! This is a headshot of my OC, Oboro. I tried to replicate the colored lines of Nakahara, the artist of Fate/Prototype Fragments. I still have a ways to go before my art style is considered at a professional standard, but I think this is a step forward.

Thankyou @eyepatchwolf.bsky.social and @wooliewoolz.bsky.social for making maybe the best podcast episode ever.

:3

Platinumed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Easily Game of the Year, possibly Game of the Generation. I truly had such a phenomenal time experiencing everything it had to offer.

This is the first time I'm not dropping a Pokemon video in the fall! Today's Tome of Silver video will be looking at Pokken Tournament. How do Pokemon battles feel when you get to assume direct control? Let's find out! youtu.be/567WOl3Dqic?...

Full body render of my precious girl, Kalila

It's been such a long time coming, but at long last, my first ever self-published book is up: Falling Short of Heaven Vol. 1! Cover art was also drawn by me. To hold a physical copy of something I created is a dream come true. Please consider giving it a peek! a.co/d/0USW9F6

It's time. New video dropped on the Tome of Silver channel. As my art from last week suggested, the topic today is Mary Skelter Nightmares, a super cool dungeon crawler with a twisted edge. Check it out! youtu.be/oenC68Ui2-c?...

And now I got all achievements in the first Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm. It's fun going back to the original, even if I think it's the weakest of the mainline games.

Recently platinum'd Still Wakes the Deep. Took less than 15 hours (2 playthroughs). SWTD is such a great game and I'm happy to have it's Platinum Trophy under my belt 🙂

The honest reason I don't have microtransactions/season pass/ads/100 DLCs/etc in Balatro isn't just about the ethics of those practices but because when I play other games that have those things it makes me want to put my computer in the dishwasher and set it to pots & pans

Got a little Mary Skelter Nightmares inspired art of my channel avatar :) The art was made for the video thumbnail, and I thought "why not make it a self-contained art piece as well?"

It's been such a long time coming, but at long last, my first ever self-published book is up: Falling Short of Heaven Vol. 1! Cover art was also drawn by me. To hold a physical copy of something I created is a dream come true. Please consider giving it a peek! a.co/d/0USW9F6