Dreams don’t work unless you do – John C. Maxwell
On the weekend of 10th August 2018 I went to my second Summer in the City. It’s a YouTube and video convention. I had so much fun, we looked around the exhibition hall where there were so many artists and creators selling their crafts. I really enjoyed looking at everything and I bought a few things including a Pokemon Litten plush and three badges including two Harry Potter related along with a Totoro one.
One of my favourite moments was meeting Connie Glynn again which was amazing. She is so lovely to talk to and we had another picture taken together. I went to a few panels during the two days. They were on a variety of topics including Twitch live streaming; mental health, hosted by Luke Cutforth and Dodie; and disability online which I found really inspiring as so many disabled people like myself find the internet and all it offers a real lifeline. I also attended a Sims panel which was hosted by Mollie AKA TheEnglishSimmer along with Steph of Steph0Sims, Hatty from Hatsy and Kayla aka Lilsimsie.
I enjoyed watching gameplay of Zelda Breath of the Wild on the Switch at the gaming stage. I was able to try out the Nintendo switch using the pro controller on Splatoon 2, which I really enjoyed, so much that i’m now considering buying my own. I originally thought I wasn’t able to play the Switch as I cannot use both hands due to my disability. However, little did I know that the pro controller existed. This controller is basically standard and very similar to an Xbox or PlayStation controller.
When playing the game on the Switch using only my left hand, I found it very easy and comfortable. I didn’t have to stretch my fingers too far around the controller which makes it a great option for disabled Switch gamers. I really do wish that the Pro was better advertised and spoken about as I feel that this is a step forward which I hope will encourage other gaming companies to follow.
I did have my picture drawn by an attending artist who donated his proceeds to MIND, the mental health charity.
Above is his impression of me as a cat!!!! It is meant to depict my character as well as my looks. Still trying to figure out what the artist had in mind although he did think I was excitable. Don’t know about that 🤔🤔
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