Clockwise 642: A Hierarchy in My Head
Feb 4, 2026
Allison Sheridan, longtime podcaster and audio producer, chats about cozy games, Finder view preferences, and personal projects. Christopher Lawley, YouTuber and tech commentator, weighs in on gaming tastes, Apple rumor must-buys, and using AI in Xcode. Short, lively takes on cozy gaming, list vs column Finder views, AI-assisted app building, and rumored Apple gadgets.
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Minimalist Gamer Preference
- Allison rarely plays mainstream games and relies on small word games by Lex Friedman for entertainment.
- She describes playing those games only monthly, preferring low-commitment puzzles over cozy simulation titles.
Cozy Games Can Feel Like Chores
- Dan finds cozy games' repetitive task loops cause him anxiety and feel like wasted time.
- He prefers puzzle or narrative games that provide clear progression rather than open-ended chores.
Animal Crossing Fits Passive Play
- Christopher says Animal Crossing clicked for him because it runs in real time and fits passive play.
- He values it for background play while watching TV and invested hundreds of hours across consoles.