Aalasteir's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[#54 - NG Summer Festival & Beers]

It’s a great idea to have an online convention. I just wish I had more free time in my schedule to participate in more activities.

[#53 - TeraVex and ProsciuttoMan]

@ProsciuttoMan, it's really funny hearing the comparison of the GenoSamuel Chris Chan Documentary to Piconjo. You know an insane amount about NG!

PICONJO is Greater than j00!! v3 - Is my favourite song!

Lisa: The Pointless is a very interesting fan game. The Arnold encounter in it is so well-designed—there’s something about it that’s very intriguing.

I really like Lisa: The Painful, it's really cool it's made with RPG Maker.

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@TeraVex, I did not expect the origin of your name was a Facebook meme group.

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And this wouldn't be a NGP episode without at least one mention of school shooting!

[#52 - Pico Day 2021 Recap!]

Pico Day is such a fantastic part of the culture. It brings people together, encourages collaboration, and helps participants develop skills in organizing a production. Team coordination and building your skill sets are always amazing to see.

It's always awesome having fun and viewing the material that celebrates Pico Day!

Thank you all so much for making Newgrounds, Newgrounds!

[Art Talks - Beginnings - S1E3]

@Xinxinix, I've also read the book of Steel like an artist it is a really good read and is a great recommendation.

The perspective of understanding Newgrounds as community rather than social media is, is an extremely good point, @FuShark is right.

This mindset primes your brain and influences your behavior. It’s important to reflect on your perception of your environment—what it represents to you, how it fits into your schedule, your overall well-being, and the habits you’ve established in alignment with your goals.

Personally, I don’t favor the idea of goals as fixed end states.
What’s more relevant are goals as ongoing processes that create opportunities to provide value to the community, with a focus on how your efforts contribute to the collective good, rather than seeking external validation or fleeting achievements. Instead, prioritizing personal growth—such as learning new skills or completing projects—tends to be far more sustainable.

In a community-oriented online environment for you to thrive. Existing in a fully-isolated space doesn’t allow you to grow to your fullest potential. Being kind, positive, and engaging with others is a valuable habit because it enhances the quality of the communal environment and helps create a space people want to be part of.

Newgrounds exists because it is supported by people. Without the active participation of its community, it wouldn’t function. Newgrounds is shaped by the people who use it—that’s what makes it unique. Fundamentally is your contribute to that environment.
The appeal of an online community that focuses on interaction lies in the question: "How am I contributing to this story and shaping this experience?"

It’s not even necessary to have a Newgrounds account to shape its story. Simply engaging with the material on the platform and discussing it contributes to shaping Newgrounds’ narrative.
It’s about asking questions like: How does this appeal to the viewer? and Why does this resonate with them?

Every action plays a role in shaping its story. It’s about recognizing how your actions influence and impact the environment.

@FuShark, also, great advice: learn to draw with your arm.

[Police who?]

It’s super cool that your music tells a story!

[Manganero (Jamuary 2025 Day 1)]

Nice lo-fi effect, it's a good atmosphere.

[All things collide (Jamuary#1)]

Fantastic atmosphere!

[Jamuary 2025 - #1 (Groove)]

Great piano! Awesome melodies!

[Pancho Man to the rescate!]

Very nice bass, and the theme is great. There's a good progression throughout the song.

[Wishful]

Great melody!