Despite a prevalent chest infection affecting multiple staff members, the Rock Paper Shotgun team is looking forward to a weekend of gaming, interspersed with necessary recovery and a child's birthday party. For many, the focus is on recuperation, with plans including nursing illnesses and hoping for improved sleep.
Ollie intends to spend the weekend in bed, managing a cough and hoping for relief. If energy permits, he plans to continue playing Mortal Shell 2 to contribute to a walkthrough. James, having recently played STALKER 2 extensively, is taking a break and will return refreshed for more STALKER 2 before Gamescom begins.
Edwin is planning to engage with two distinct titles. He will be playing Sandustry, where he aims to melt mountain ice caps to supply his gold-panning operation. Additionally, he intends to play CleanFall, a game centered around a robomaid assembling airships to descend to the bottom of Hell.
Jeremy is also dedicating his weekend to Mortal Shell 2, defending the game against perceived criticism regarding its hype. He specifically mentioned using the game mechanics like the "Axetana," an axe-katana hybrid, against enemies. Julian was inspired by Edwin's praise for Sandustry and plans to return to the game over the weekend, having already sampled it during a lunch break.
The team's discussions about their gaming plans come ahead of Gamescom, with hopes that their health will improve in time for the event.