Even More Top 10 Worst Achievements | The Completionist

Summary

This video script discusses the frustrating aspects of video game achievements and trophies, highlighting 10 particularly difficult or tedious ones. From time-consuming tasks in games like 'New Pokemon Snap' and 'Metal Gear Solid 2' to the seemingly impossible 'Lasso Master' in 'Halo', the script explores how these achievements can detract from the gaming experience. It also touches on how certain achievements in games like 'Tetris 99' and 'Elder Scrolls Online' can turn casual games into completionist nightmares, questioning the value of such rewards.

Takeaways

• 🏆 Achievements and trophies have become an integral part of the gaming experience, often providing a sense of accomplishment and endorphins rush.
• 🕹 Some achievements require a significant time investment, comparable to the length of entire games, which can be daunting for players.
• 🎮 Certain achievements are so difficult that they deter players from even attempting to play the game, impacting the overall enjoyment.
• 📺 The video creator acknowledges the community's love for their first video on the worst achievements, leading to a second installment.
• 📝 The script lists 10 more achievements that the creator considers to be the worst in video games, providing specific examples and reasons.
• 🤔 The 'I read you like a book' achievement in Devil May Cry 1 contradicts the game's core values, requiring players to observe enemies rather than fight them.
• 📸 In New Pokemon Snap, the 'Influencer' title requires an excessive amount of time and effort, detracting from the game's enjoyment and completion experience.
• 🤹‍♂️ The 'Jump Rope' mini-game in Final Fantasy 9 is tedious and frustrating, with the 'Hail to the King' achievement adding unnecessary difficulty.
• 🎮 The 'Super go outside' achievement in The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe is a meta-joke that requires players to not play the game for 10 years.
• 🎯 The 'Lasso Master' achievement in the Halo series is incredibly challenging, requiring perfect play through multiple games on the hardest difficulty.
• 🤖 The 'Mr. Perfect' achievement in Mega Man 10 demands players to complete the game without taking any damage, which is contrary to the game's design.
• 🕺 The 'Impossible Right' achievement in Crypt of the Necrodancer requires mastering the game with the most difficult character, which is a significant challenge even for the game's creator.
• 👑 The 'Emperor' achievement in Elder Scrolls Online is unattainable for most players due to its reliance on PvP ranking and the time-consuming nature of the game.
• 🧩 Tetris 99's in-game achievements have some of the most frustrating and counterintuitive tasks, turning a casual game into a completionist's nightmare.

Q & A

What is the speaker's general opinion on achievements and trophies in video games?

The speaker acknowledges that achievements and trophies are an integral part of the gaming experience, providing a sense of accomplishment and endorphins. However, they also express that some achievements and trophies require an excessive amount of time and dedication, which can be discouraging.

Why does the speaker find the 'I read you like a book' achievement in Devil May Cry 1 frustrating?

The speaker finds the 'I read you like a book' achievement in Devil May Cry 1 frustrating because it requires players to spend a significant amount of time observing enemies' attack patterns, which goes against the core gameplay of fast and flashy demon slaying.

What issue does the speaker have with the 'Influencer' title in New Pokemon Snap?

The 'Influencer' title in New Pokemon Snap requires players to receive a large number of sweet medals, which the speaker finds to be a time-consuming task that detracts from the enjoyment of the game. It was initially set at 1 million sweet medals but was later reduced to 100,000, which is still considered too high.

What is the 'Jump Rope' mini-game in Final Fantasy IX, and why is it considered tedious by the speaker?

The 'Jump Rope' mini-game in Final Fantasy IX requires the player to jump rope 1,000 times to earn the 'King of Jump Rope' item. The speaker finds it tedious because it is a repetitive task that does not contribute to the gameplay experience and is considered a broken mechanic.

Why did the speaker decide not to pursue the 'Super go outside' achievement in The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe?

The 'Super go outside' achievement requires the player to not play the game for 10 years. The speaker decided against pursuing this achievement because it is an impractical and time-consuming requirement that would not be feasible to complete.

What is the 'Lasso Master' achievement in the Halo series, and why is it considered one of the most difficult?

The 'Lasso Master' achievement requires players to complete the Halo campaigns on 'Legendary' difficulty with all skulls enabled, which is the hardest difficulty setting. It is considered one of the most difficult achievements because it demands perfect play and is time-consuming, with 511 missions across four games.

How does the 'Mr. Perfect' achievement in Mega Man 10 affect the speaker's view of the game?

The 'Mr. Perfect' achievement in Mega Man 10 requires players to complete the game without getting hit once. The speaker finds this achievement to be overly challenging and contrary to the gameplay experience, which has led to a diminished opinion of the game.

What is the 'Impossible Right' achievement in Crypt of the Necrodancer, and why is it considered difficult?

The 'Impossible Right' achievement in Crypt of the Necrodancer requires players to complete every zone in the game with Coda, the final character, who has a faster rhythm and less health. It is considered difficult because it demands mastery of the game and the character's mechanics.

What are the speaker's thoughts on the 'Emperor' achievement in Elder Scrolls Online?

The 'Emperor' achievement in Elder Scrolls Online requires players to become the highest-ranked member of their alliance and conquer all six keeps around Imperial City. The speaker finds it unreasonable and time-consuming, as it demands constant grinding and dedication that may not be healthy or worth the effort.

Why does the speaker consider the achievements in Tetris 99 to be some of the worst in video games?

The speaker considers the achievements in Tetris 99 to be some of the worst because they either require perfection, luck, an excessive amount of time, or prevent players from playing to their full potential, turning a casual game into a completionist's nightmare.

What is the speaker's suggestion for those who want to support the show?

The speaker suggests that those who want to support the show can visit their Patreon, buy a t-shirt, or attend a live show in Boston during the week of PAX East at the Middle Eastern Sonia venue.

Outlines

00:00

🏆 The Frustration of In-Game Achievements

The script discusses the modern gaming phenomenon of earning achievements and trophies, which are as integral to the gaming experience as collectibles and new game plus runs. While the instant gratification of unlocking these can be a dopamine hit for players, the script also highlights the downside: some achievements require an excessive time investment, to the point where they can overshadow the joy of playing the game itself. The author expresses a personal reluctance to engage with games that have notoriously difficult achievements, and introduces a list of what they consider to be the worst achievements in video games, promising a detailed exploration in the following content.

05:02

🎮 The Clash of Achievements and Gameplay Philosophy

This paragraph delves into specific examples of achievements that clash with the core gameplay philosophy of the titles they belong to. The script uses 'Devil May Cry' as an example, where an achievement requires players to study enemy behavior, which is contrary to the game's ethos of fast-paced, stylish combat. The frustration is compounded by the fact that this is a PS2-era game retrofitted with achievements, leading to a disjointed experience. The author also touches on 'New Pokemon Snap', criticizing achievements that extend the game's length without adding value, such as the 'Influencer' title, which demands an unrealistic amount of player engagement for its time investment.

10:03

🤹‍♂️ The Tedious and Meta Achievements in Gaming

The script continues with a narrative about a content creator named Gerard, known as 'the Completionist', who is put off by an achievement in 'The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe' that requires not playing the game for 10 years. This is juxtaposed with 'Metal Gear Solid 2', where an achievement demands completion of over 500 VR and Alternate missions, a task so daunting that it overshadows the enjoyment of the game. The author also mentions 'Halo' and its 'Lasso Master' achievement, which requires impeccable skill to beat all Halo games on the hardest difficulty, a monumental challenge even for dedicated players.

15:04

🏆 The Unreasonable and Unhealthy Achievements

The script criticizes achievements that are not only difficult but also unreasonable and potentially unhealthy due to the amount of time and dedication they require. 'Mega Man 10' is highlighted for an achievement that demands players to complete the game without taking any damage, a task that goes against the game's design philosophy. 'Crypt of the Necrodancer' is another example, with an achievement that requires mastery of the game using the most challenging character, which even the game's developer admits is too hard. The author also calls out 'Elder Scrolls Online' for an achievement that requires becoming the highest-ranked member of an alliance, a goal that is more about grinding than skill.

20:04

🎲 The Worst of Tetris 99: Achievements That Ruin the Game

The final paragraph focuses on 'Tetris 99', a game that was initially praised for its casual pick-up-and-play nature but has been marred by in-game achievements that demand perfection, luck, or an excessive time investment. The script lists five particularly egregious examples, such as achieving Tetris Maximus in consecutive battles or collecting a large number of tickets without using them. These achievements, according to the author, turn the game into a completionist's nightmare, detracting from the fun and casual spirit that made 'Tetris 99' appealing in the first place.

👋 Signing Off and Inviting Further Exploration

In the concluding paragraph, the script wraps up the discussion on the worst video game achievements and invites viewers to support the content creator through Patreon, purchasing merchandise, or attending a live show. The author also encourages viewers to check out a previous video for a deeper dive into the topic of terrible achievements, promising more examples of how in-game accomplishments can detract from the gaming experience.

Keywords

💡Achievements

Achievements in the context of video games are specific goals or tasks that players can complete to earn recognition, often in the form of virtual badges or trophies. They are a significant part of the gaming experience, providing a sense of accomplishment and extending the playtime by offering additional challenges. In the video, achievements are discussed as both rewarding and sometimes frustrating, with some requiring extensive dedication that equates to the length of entire games.

💡Trophies

Trophies are similar to achievements and represent accomplishments in gaming that players can earn. They often come in different tiers of difficulty and serve as a way to motivate players to explore all aspects of a game. The script mentions trophies alongside achievements, indicating that they don't always provide the same level of satisfaction, especially when they demand a lot of time and effort.

💡New Game Plus

New Game Plus is a feature in some video games that allows players to start a new game after completing it, while retaining certain elements from their previous playthrough, such as character levels or items. It provides an enhanced challenge or a fresh experience. The script points out that a New Game Plus run may not offer the same rewards as the initial playthrough, affecting the incentive to replay the game.

💡Endorphins

Endorphins are hormones in the brain that are associated with feelings of pleasure and reward. In the video, the speaker describes the rush of endorphins experienced when earning an achievement or trophy, highlighting the biological response to in-game accomplishments. This is used to illustrate the addictive nature of these virtual rewards.

💡Grind

In gaming, a 'grind' refers to the process of repeating certain actions or tasks over a long period to achieve a specific goal, often associated with leveling up or acquiring in-game items. The script mentions achievements and trophies that require a 'grind,' indicating that they can be tedious and time-consuming, detracting from the enjoyment of the game.

💡Devil May Cry

Devil May Cry is a series of action-adventure hack and slash video games known for their fast-paced combat and stylish action. The script uses it as an example to discuss an achievement that goes against the core gameplay experience, requiring players to study enemy behavior, which contrasts with the game's emphasis on quick and flashy combat.

💡New Pokemon Snap

New Pokemon Snap is a game that continues the Pokemon Snap series, where players take photos of Pokemon in their natural habitats. The video criticizes certain achievements in the game that require a significant time investment, such as receiving a large number of 'sweet medals' for shared photos, which extends the game's completion time without adding value.

💡Final Fantasy

Final Fantasy is a popular series of role-playing games known for their epic stories and turn-based combat. The script mentions a specific achievement in Final Fantasy IX that involves jump-roping, which is a mundane task compared to the game's usual grand narrative and gameplay. This achievement is criticized for being tedious and disconnected from the game's core experience.

💡The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe

The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe is a game that explores the concept of player choice and narrative within video games. The script discusses an achievement in this game that requires the player not to play it for 10 years, which is a meta-commentary on the nature of achievements and the absurdity of certain requirements.

💡Metal Gear Solid

Metal Gear Solid is a series of action-adventure stealth games known for their complex storylines and stealth-based gameplay. The script mentions an achievement in Metal Gear Solid 2 that requires the player to complete a large number of VR and Alternate missions, which is an example of an achievement that is both difficult and time-consuming, potentially detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

💡Halo

Halo is a series of first-person shooter games known for their engaging multiplayer modes and challenging campaign missions. The script discusses the 'Lasso Master' achievement in the Halo series, which requires players to complete the game on the highest difficulty with additional restrictions, illustrating the extreme challenge some achievements present to players.

💡Mega Man 10

Mega Man 10 is a game in the Mega Man series, known for its challenging platforming and action gameplay. The script criticizes an achievement in this game that requires the player to complete it without getting hit even once, which goes against the core gameplay experience that involves overcoming obstacles and learning from failures.

💡Crypt of the Necrodancer

Crypt of the Necrodancer is a rhythm-based dungeon-crawler game that requires players to move and act in time with the music. The script mentions an achievement in this game that is nearly impossible to achieve due to the character's fast-paced moves and high risk of death, demonstrating how some achievements can be too difficult to the point of discouraging players.

💡Elder Scrolls Online

Elder Scrolls Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in the Elder Scrolls universe. The script discusses an achievement in this game called 'Emperor,' which requires players to reach the highest rank in their alliance and conquer all keeps in Imperial City, illustrating the extreme dedication and time investment some achievements demand.

💡Tetris 99

Tetris 99 is a battle royale-style game that combines the classic Tetris gameplay with a competitive multiplayer format. The script criticizes several achievements in this game for being either too difficult, requiring a significant time investment, or for changing the way the game should be played, such as avoiding certain moves that are typically encouraged.

Highlights

Achievements and trophies are a significant part of the gaming experience, but not all are rewarding or enjoyable.

Some achievements require an excessive amount of time and dedication, deterring players from fully engaging with games.

The video discusses the worst achievements in video games, highlighting those that are overly difficult or tedious.

Achievements that contradict the core gameplay or ethos of a game can be particularly frustrating for players.

In Devil May Cry, an achievement requires players to study enemy behavior, which is contrary to the game's fast-paced action.

New Pokémon Snap's 'Influencer' title demands an impractical amount of time investment, detracting from the game's enjoyment.

Final Fantasy IX's 'Jump Rope' achievement is tedious and unnecessary, requiring 1,000 jumps to unlock a useless item.

The 'Super Go Outside' achievement in The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe is unreasonably demanding, requiring a 10-year hiatus from the game.

Metal Gear Solid 2's 'Virtually Impossible' achievement is a daunting task, requiring completion of 511 VR and Alternate missions.

The 'Lasso Master' achievement in Halo is an incredibly difficult feat, requiring perfect play on legendary difficulty across all Halo games.

Mega Man 10's 'Mr. Perfect' achievement is overly challenging, demanding a no-hit completion of the game.

Crypt of the Necrodancer's 'Impossible Right' achievement is extremely difficult, requiring mastery of the game with the weakest character.

Elder Scrolls Online's 'Emperor' achievement is impractical, requiring players to become the highest-ranked member in PvP conquests.

Tetris 99's player icon missions include some of the worst achievements, combining perfection, luck, and excessive time investment.

The video concludes that Tetris 99's achievements turn casual gaming into a completionist's nightmare, detracting from the game's casual nature.

Transcripts

nowadays earning achievements and

trophies is as much a part of the

completion experience as Collectibles

and a new game plus run they don't net

the same rewards as the other two but I

can't deny that I get a quick shot of

endorphins every time I hear that ping

and see the badge icon show up in the

corner of my screen somewhere however

that's not always enough for the amount

of work that goes into each of these

some of these achievements and trophies

require dozens of hours of dedication

which equates to the length of a whole

game sometimes sometimes several games

if I'm going to have to perfect these

types of games I'll be needing a lot

more than a ping and a picture some of

these are so ridiculously difficult that

they have made me avoid the games

entirely but I will say because you guys

loved my first video it was time for me

to make a second on top of that I've

opened up the door to in-game

achievements so that I can give some

Nintendo switch titles the love they

deserve so without further Ado here are

10 more of what I think are the worst

achievements in video games as a

reminder I haven't done these

achievements myself and you're going to

see why

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number 10.

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a type of achievement that really grinds

my gears is one that works against the

core values of the main game let's take

for example Devil May Cry that's a game

where you play as a badass Demon Slayer

who spends the whole game hacking

slashing and shooting at enemies and

you're supposed to keep it as fast and

flashy if you want those S ranks you

know what I don't want in those kinds of

games become Jane Goodall and try to

learn what makes those demons tick the I

read you like a book achievement and

Devil May Cry 1 does exactly that it

requires you to unlock all the entries

for every enemy file in the status menu

this seems like any other game's normal

bestiary but filling up every file

requires more than just encountering the

19 different enemies instead you have to

spend the majority of your time just

watching the enemies execute their own

attacks this is contrary to everything

that the Devil May Cry series stands for

which is being cool as hell and racking

up combos by butchering demons as fast

as you possibly can this is made even

worse by the fact that this is a PS2 era

game with achievements added onto it

that almost never goes well these 140

total actions are particularly finicky

with some requiring you to wait until

Dante's being attacked which again is

something the player would never

actively aim to do this game may be

Devil May Cry but this boring

achievement is more like player May yawn

just like that goddamn joke

number nine

all right Pokemon Snap remains one of

the most common completion experiences

of my life it only takes about five

hours to complete and it's brimming with

Pokemon interactions so when a sequel

was finally released after 22 years I

was more than ready to complete it as

well but this time things were different

very different new Pokemon Snap may be

graphically superior but there was a

much bigger emphasis on Perfection and

finishing NPC requests what really got

me are these titles you can earn for

yourself most of these titles are

relatively easy or simply require lots

of practice things I am more than

willing to do but others are just time

sinks that Pat out the game's length

instead of adding anything valuable such

is the case with the title known as

influencer beyond the base game of

on-rails Photography one of the new cool

features of new Pokemon Snap is that you

can edit and share photos with players

all around the world and if you see one

you like you can give it some sweet

medals to let the photographer know the

influencer title originally require you

to receive 1 million sweet medals not

only is the task daunting but it's

too sorry Toro the

influencer title would later be reduced

from 1 million to 100 000 but people

give 10 sweet medals at a time and a

hundred thousand is still too much it

ruins the completion experience leaving

you hoping instead of actively

participating and to answer your

question no I have not gotten this title

yet I've been trying to for years that's

one of the many reasons why I haven't

finished completing this game

I'm free

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most Final Fantasy games do a wonderful

job of building an epic story in a

Fantastical land with the lovable group

of characters the scope is gigantic with

everyone on the party usually trying to

stop the cataclysmic destruction of

their world or Community or life you

know this is missing jump rope Final

Fantasy 9 starts the game off in

Alexandria with the black mage Vivi

there are many things to do in the city

including jump rope this seems useless

at first but it is actually necessary if

you want to get every key item in the

game if you successfully jump rope 1 000

times you will earn the king of jump

rope item that literally does nothing

this nothingness was then emphasized in

the 2017 re-release by attaching a

useless achievement to it called Hail to

the King this achievement does nothing

but make it even more necessary to do

this awful Mini-Game and it's not just

awful because it's boring it's broken

too if you try to jump whenever the

exclamation point is over vivi's head

you will fail instead it is recommended

that you close your eyes and and focus

on the rhythmic sound of jumping rope

close your eyes for a distinctly visual

medium awesome to add salt to the wound

the developers of the game were bad at

this as well noting they could only get

a few dozen jumps successfully they said

that if someone could get to 1 000 jumps

they'd probably just tell them to stop

wasting their time and get back to work

even the people making this game knew

this achievement sucked this stupid

level of difficulty has led to people

online creating scripts through remote

play on PC that will make a computer

beat this for you people may have

complained about the jump rope genius

moon in Super Mario Odyssey but a genius

is nothing compared to the king

number seven

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this is the story of a man named Gerard

Gerard created content on the media

platform YouTube under the moniker of

the completionist he would complete a

game and create videos about his

experience with the help of his crew

over at that one video entertainment LLC

the next game in his sights was The

Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe a remake

and pseudo sequel to the original

Stanley Parable released in the year

2022 Gerard began playing the game and

was enjoying its sense of humor and the

way it toyed with the idea of player

choice in a video game however things

took a drastic turn when he looked up

the achievements for the game most of

them seemed rather easy and some even

made him giggle playing a game for the

entirety of a Tuesday that's ridiculous

but it was the Super go outside

achievement that earned most of his

vitriol this achievement would require

Gerard to not play the game for 10 whole

years twice as long as the go outside

achievement from the original game yet

determined to his cause as the

completionist Gerard picked up his

controller and began to play the game

anyways Gerard picked up his controller

and began to play the game Gerard walked

away from the game not wanting to have

to wait 10 long years to complete this

wonderfully meta game who knew what the

YouTube algorithm or the state of the

completionist would look like then he

decided not to risk it anyways it is

time for you the viewer to move on to

entry number six

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last year I visited the world of solid

snake with Metal Gear Solid the twin

Snakes in my opinion it was a wonderful

update to a classic that reinvigorated

my love and appreciation for the

franchise and I've been excited to play

Metal Gear Solid 2 on the show for quite

some time but there is one achievement

that makes me second guess completing

this game virtually impossible one of

the major things separating Metal Gear

Solid 2 from majority of the games out

there besides a blonde pretty boy are

the VR and Alternate missions these are

side missions focusing on specific

aspects of gameplay that you can do with

either snake or Ryden in various

costumes for the virtually impossible

achievement you have to pass every

single one of these missions how many

different missions are there for these

seven total characters oh only 511

that's right

511 total missions that's enough

missions for some full games and most of

them are just filler and repeat things

you've done earlier so yes it is

necessarily difficult it is unbelievably

time consuming do I want to play a snake

in a tuxedo absolutely but do I want to

sink around 40 hours into mostly

repetitive missions considering I've

done that a lot recently in the last few

years no way

number five

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one of the most difficult Feats in first

person shooters is beating a Halo

campaign in lasso mode lasso stands for

legendary all skulls on meaning you're

beating the game on the hardest

difficulty with a ton of restrictions

applied to gameplay including tougher

enemies weaker Shields and less ammo it

is a daunting task that requires perfect

play from the go this becomes even more

daunting when you have to do it for all

of the Halo games that's where the lasso

Master achievement comes into play

easily the most difficult achievement in

halo the Master Chief Collection you

earn lasso Master once you beat lasso

mode on all four of the numbered Halo

games beating one of these games on its

hardest difficulty is already hard

enough trust me I did it for Halo 1 but

4 is a completely different story the

only good news about completing this

achievement is that Halo Reach and ODST

do not apply since they were added in

DLC after the master chief collection's

release but even then there's still 4

games you need to become one of the best

players in the world at that's three

more games than most achievements

require technically I am one fourth of

the way through this Goliath of an

achievement but completing the other

three games will mean completing three

other games so this just leaves one

question for you the viewer is it

pronounced laso or lasso I've been

saying lasso but people say laso as well

I don't know how I feel debate in the

comments down below

number four

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Kurt Henning was a professional wrestler

whose whole gimmick in the WWF was built

around being perfect at everything he

can make half court shots out looking at

the basket he always bowled a 300. he

could even catch his own Hail Mary

passed for a touchdown this earned him

his moniker of Mr Perfect but heading

isn't the only Mr Perfect in the world

there's also the Mr Perfect achievement

for Mega Man 10. and much like how the

fans hated Henning I hate this

achievement that's because the Mr

Perfect achievement wants you to beat

the entire game of Mega Man 10 without

getting hit once now can you save in

between levels yes can you play through

it on easy mode also yes but that

doesn't change the fact that this is a

Mega Man game and you can't get hit once

I've been playing games featuring the

blue bomber as far back as I can

remember but even if I were to play my

favorite Mega Man game Mega Man X I

don't think I'd be able to do the whole

thing through it unscathed look I love

just about everything having to do with

Mega Man I even think Mega Man 10 is a

great underrated game but part of the

whole process of Mega Man is facing an

obstacle figuring it out and beating

that level in spite of any failures the

Mr Perfect achievement completely

removes this process forcing you to

memorize everything that can possibly

happen instead of just you know playing

the damn game this achievement has

forever damaged my opinion of Mega Man

10 where Kurt Henning was later

recognized as one of the hardest working

and best technical wrestlers of all time

but Mr Perfect achievement makes me

never want to touch Mega Man 10 ever

again

number three

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Crypt of the necrodancer is one of the

most inventive games to come out this

last decade utilizing Rhythm mechanics

to create rapid turn-based gameplay in a

roguelike I also really love to find

folks who've worked on this game brace

yourself games is an incredible Studio

that you all should go check out their

games for however there is one

achievement that has even the most

stalwart necrotic bun heads shaking in

their Undead tap shoes The Impossible

right achievement impossible right

simply asks that you get through every

Zone in the game with Coda the final

character you unlock this sounds easy

Until you realize that even though Coda

is the last character you unlock she is

by far the worst character in the game

koda's music moves twice as fast as the

other characters if you miss a beat

she'll die she also only has half a

heart of Health that can't be increased

if she gets hit she'll die every enemy

now drops a minimum of one gold and if

she touches said gold she'll die 5

finally she can only carry a dagger

arguably the weakest weapon in the game

there is nothing working to kota's

Advantage you cannot take on an enemy

stronger than you can't accidentally hit

a wall or go off Rhythm for even a

single beat playing as coded demands

that you become a master of Crypt of the

necrodancer and it doesn't look like

many people have done this so far I've

tried looking up guides for this but

most of them simply say practice the

game for hundreds or thousands of hours

even the person who programmed Coda into

the game Ryan Clark said it in a Kotaku

interview that even he hadn't done it

and this is the guy who made the game

number two

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Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon advanced

Warfighter isn't just a smorgasbord of

military buzzwords that's too obvious

for its own good you're a Warfighter in

a Tom Clancy game no way it's also home

to my first worst achievements video

number one spot where you just had to

become the best player in the world and

sure that is a ludicrous request for any

multiplayer game to make but at least

the developers there have the excuse

that achievements were brand new and

that they had no idea what made a good

achievement at the time the people over

at Elder Scrolls online however have no

such excuse in Elder Scrolls Online

there is an achievement simply called

Emperor requiring you to become the

highest ranked member of your alliance

once you've conquered all six of the

keeps around Imperial City this may seem

attainable in any standard MMO but Elder

Scrolls adds on the extra layer having

to do this in PvP that means people are

constantly gunning for that position

whether they're in your alliance or in

the two others on the server now look

I'm a big m mo guy nowadays but this is

unreasonably difficult especially since

it doesn't actually require skill to

achieve it the best advice I could find

was to spend as much time grinding out

basic tasks as possible instead of you

know playing the actual game on top of

this Elder Scroll Online is not just a

regular multiplayer game it is an MMO

that means that any time spent that

you're not grinding away this

achievement other people around the

world are this dedication required to

achieve this isn't just demanding it's

unhealthy you literally have to do

nothing else but play Elder Scrolls

Online for at least a month straight

hoping that by the end you'll be the

lucky one who actually succeeded

remember the South Park episode where

they did nothing but play A World of

Warcraft yeah it's kind of like that

it's not worth it yeah you'll get some

other Boons in the skill line a rank and

a new outfit but it all comes the cost

of being a person and no title or trophy

is worth that

number one

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all right so this last one is kind of

weird because the truth of it all is

that uh any one of these types of games

from this specific franchise probably

has an achievement or two that's really

bad so I chose the one that is really

the roughest overall in my opinion now

I'm not usually the biggest fan of

Battle Royale games but there is one

that immediately grabbed my attention

Tetris 99 combining the easy to learn

difficult to master mechanics of Tetris

with all the Cutthroat Winner Takes all

mentality of The Hunger Games designed

and made specifically for the Nintendo

switch and you can play it for free it

was the perfect pick up and play game

however things changed in September of

2019 when the game was updated with

in-game player icon missions serving as

in-game achievements some of these were

standard While others were difficult but

based on skill and then there are just a

whole bunch that were just plain stupid

unlike other games on this list Tetris

99 had multiple missions that reflected

my least favorite parts of achievement

culture so I'd like to highlight the

five worst that Tetris 99 has to offer

achieve Tetris maximus in three

consecutive battles it's hard enough to

win a single game of Tetris but now I

have to do it three times in a row come

on that's rough achieve Tetris Maximus

10 times while competing on a team of 10

players or fewer unfortunately you have

no idea how many members are on your

team until the game starts so you can be

screwed right off the bat even trying

just to beat this Mission achieve Tetris

Maximus with three or fewer Kos in a

Tetris 99 online battle part of the goal

of a regular battle is to KO as many

players as possible to improve your

garbage multiplier this achievement

actually rewards pacifism while

simultaneously raising the overall

difficulty as you're actively trying to

avoid accidental Kos it changes your

focus on what this game should be come

on collect effect

999 tickets every day there are four

daily missions that give you a single

ticket each these are meant to be spent

on new themes for your screen this icon

Mission essentially asks you to not do

that and become a hoarder not only will

you not get any of those cool themes but

you'll need to not get them and save

them for at least 250 days and that's if

you're playing the version you paid for

it takes twice as long with the free

version come on but the worst one of all

wants you to finish top 10 in Tetris 99

online battles three times without using

the hold Q or performing t-spins or

Tetris Line clears this means that you

have to finish in the top 10 by not

doing all the things that good Tetris

players do what makes this even worse is

that you have to do some of these in

order to stay alive or they can happen

by accident which is even more

frustrating for years I was trained to

hold the eyepiece and save them to get a

Tetris that's the name of the game and

now you want me to not do that all five

of these missions hit the things that I

hate most about achievements they either

require Perfection luck a horrendous

amount of time not playing to your own

full potential or some combination of

before these in-game achievements take

what is the epitome of casual gaming and

make it a completionist nightmare and

that's why I think that Tetris 99 has

some of the worst achievements of all

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