The Game of Love

Meeting up with an old time friend inspired this entry.

I thought to myself:
All of us have our own love stories,
some are heart wrenching,
some are filled with joy,
some are twisted with complications
some are simply unforgettable.

Love, then, is a game.

All of us are the same, you and me, all alike.
We all yearn to give a part of ourselves to love that someone,
And we all yearn to be loved, for who we are.

And if all of us are the same,
Why do love stories turn out differently, with dissimilar endings for all?
Why do some end up jaded, hurt and broken,
While others have a happily ever ending?

Love, as I liken it to be, is a game.

We all begin as characters, going about our every day lives.
Be it starting off as strangers, friends, colleagues, neighbours, or even flings
The characters are caught by surprise in one way or another
And they will want to spend time together, do romantic things and progress further.

It's all a matter of configuration, really, I think.
How you play your character, the scenario the lovers met, the subsequent encounters,
It may be just one small different thing you do this time,
Like being brave and express your love,
It will change your ending.

A game of love,
which most of us have played, are playing or shall be playing.
Our love stories may all be different.
Maybe you wish that your love story is more exciting or inspiring enough to be engrave into your hearts forever,
But remember:
Every character is different,
Every love is unique,
Every ending is beautiful.

Jeu d'enfant

If like me, you are into simulation/strategy games like SIMS 2, I would really suggest a few really really interesting simulation/strategy games that I have been playing.
(And I've been complaining that I've little time to study...)

1. KUDOS Rock Legend

This game is sadly a little one dimensioned, and the graphics not very exciting. But it rocks (no pun intended) to be a rock band manager! (Or at least pretend to be...)

This game allows you to control the rehearsals, the gigs as well as the types of merchandises available for the band to grow and gain fame. You can even help them 'practise' with your memory, and help them gain skills. Even when it comes to choosing members, proceed with caution as some of them clash in personality, and they can walk out on you anytime. Even on the day of your gig.


Quite an addictive game; my only grouse is that it is too one - dimensional. I have managed to allow my band to sign a contract, release albums and endorse products, but the game also ended too fast to see the potential.

3.5 stars out of 5 stars.

* This game actually has its own predecessor - Kudos, and it is not as fun as Rock Legend. Characters do not really have much development, and it's just plain clicking. You can try the trial versions - they can provide quite an insight.

2. Chocolatier and Chocolatier 2


This is really one of my favourite games - more of Chocolatier 2 actually. It allows u to purchase supplies, produce chocolates which look really yummy-scrumpti-delicious. And you go for quests and it is really interesting. It has gotten me hooked for very long! The ultimate aim is to become a Master Chocolatier, with a myriad of fancy chocolate recipes under your belt. =)

4.5 stars out of 5





3. Jojo Fashion Show



Okay, I wouldn't call this a mentally stimulating game but it is FUN for dreamers like me, who want to design my own fashion chain and have fanciful clothes to dress my models. It has 70 stages and it is addictive. My grouse is that at about 40+ stages, it gets abit boring, asking u to mix and match clothes according to colour. It is a little brainless then. Other than that, it is fun! My favourite ones are the futuristic and bridal wear. Drools. =)

3.5 stars out of 5