Lim Swee Heong's Tips for Enjoying PS5 Games on a Busy Schedule

I'm Lim Swee Heong, and online I also go by bullbearnme Swee. Like a lot of people, I love games but don't have endless free evenings. Over time I've found a few simple habits that help me get real enjoyment out of my PS5 without feeling like I'm always behind on a backlog. Here are the tips that work for me.

Pick one main game at a time

It's tempting to start three or four big games at once, especially when there are so many great titles available. I've learned that I enjoy things far more when I commit to one main game and maybe one lighter game on the side. A long adventure like Ghost of Tsushima or Horizon Forbidden West feels much more rewarding when I'm not switching between worlds every night and forgetting what my character was doing.

Use short sessions well

Not every session needs to be two hours. On a weeknight, thirty or forty minutes is often all I have. I like to use that time for something with a clear goal: clearing one side quest, exploring a single area, or finishing a chapter. Games with natural stopping points make this easy. Before I turn the console off, I make a quick mental note of what I want to do next time, so I can jump straight back in.

Make the most of rest mode

One of my favourite PS5 features is rest mode. Being able to suspend a game and pick it up exactly where I left off removes a lot of friction. It means a short session is actually a short session, without waiting through menus and loading every time. It also keeps downloads and updates ticking along in the background, so the console is ready when I am.

Keep a lighter game for tired evenings

Some nights I just want to relax. For those, I keep something easygoing installed, such as Astro's Playroom or a sports or racing game I can enjoy in short bursts. Having a calm option means I still get to play something fun without needing to concentrate on a complicated story or tough boss fights.

Don't be afraid of easier difficulty settings

I used to think I had to play every game on normal or hard. These days I'm happy to lower the difficulty if it helps me enjoy the story and exploration. Many PS5 games have generous accessibility and difficulty options, and using them is a perfectly good way to play. The goal is to have fun, not to prove anything.

Take care of comfort

A comfortable chair, good lighting, and a sensible volume level make a big difference over time. I also try to take a short break to stretch and drink some water during longer sessions. It sounds simple, but it makes gaming feel more like a pleasant hobby and less like a marathon.

Enjoy the photo mode

Many PS5 games have a photo mode, and I've grown to love spending a few minutes lining up a nice shot of a sunset or a quiet landscape. It's a lovely way to slow down and appreciate the work that goes into these game worlds, even if the pictures stay on my console.

Gaming fits best into life when it stays relaxed and flexible. With one main game, short focused sessions, and a calm backup option, I find I enjoy my PS5 more than ever.

If you'd like to read more of my writing on gaming, travel and everyday hobbies, you can also find me on Medium at https://medium.com/@bullbearnmeswee

I'm Lim Swee Heong, a cloud database architect in Singapore who enjoys cycling, sightseeing, travel, reading and gaming on Nintendo Switch and PS5. I also go by bullbearnme Swee online.

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