Mastering Achievements: A Quest for 100 Percent Trophy Completion

One of the greatest satisfactions in gaming is achieving 100 percent trophy completion. In this article, I will share my experiences with some games where I reached this milestone, including the challenging process and lessons learned along the way. From Skyrim to Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor, letting you know how I planned, played, and sometimes overcame the sometimes ridiculous challenges that stood in my way.

100 Percent Trophy in Skyrim (PS3)

Skyrim has been a journey of frustration and determination. I had only one trophy, the notorious Oblivion Walker, left to get. However, a glitch prevented me from earning this achievement on two separate characters. My solution was to start a new character, something I did reluctantly with the intention of only getting the trophy. Instead, I found myself engrossed for 80 hours just to complete it. It truly shows how compelling Skyrim can be, even when all you want is a single trophy.

Recent Achievement: Mass Effect

Mass Effect has been another game where I committed to achieving 100 percent trophies. The process involved multiple playthroughs and grinding, though the difficulty wasn't the primary hurdle. The most challenging achievement, however, was completing the game on its hardest combat difficulty. This was indeed brutal, and I came close to giving up. The achievement system in Mass Effect 2 is proving to be just as difficult, especially the DLC sections. I found myself frustrated, particularly on a section that requires separation from your team and constant wave of enemies while timing is critical.

Short and Sweet: Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor

Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor is a game where you can easily achieve 100 percent trophies if you level your character appropriately. The game is relatively short and straightforward, and the achievements are mostly basic. Many of them can be unlocked by playing the game normally, making it an ideal game for those looking to get 100 percent trophies without too much hassle.

Struggles with Xbox 360 Achievements

Back in the days of the Xbox 360, I faced numerous challenges with multiplayer achievements. With a gold subscription often required, I couldn't complete all the achievements even after finishing the game. Switching to PlayStation 3 brought a few games that still eluded me, such as some Assassin's Creed titles. For instance, in Kick 5 people while on Da Vinci's Flying Machine, I could never hit one despite seeing multiple attempts. Another, HIT 5 guards in the face with sand, left me with regrets as I couldn't get the achievement despite multiple tries.

Current Progress and Challenges

Currently, I'm making progress on Skyrim Remastered. I've managed to kill one Super Mutant Behemoth, yet at level 13, it's a tough climb. Picking up speech checks has been my main focus, but getting 20 bobbleheads and obtaining alien captive recordings are still on my to-do list. I face challenges, particularly with Charon, who keeps dying unexpectedly. To overcome these, I often reload saves to make Charon wait, or take a different path.

Lessons Learned

First, planning is key. For Mass Effect, I knew I would need multiple playthroughs, but the difficulty was still a hurdle. Second, persistence beats perfection. In Shadow of Mordor, the achievements were straightforward enough to crack. Finally, these quests for 100 percent trophies are a testament to the dedication and passion gamers have for their favorite games. While they can be aggravating, they are also a testament to the captivating world and gameplay each game offers.

Conclusion

The pursuit of 100 percent trophies is a journey filled with satisfaction and frustration. Whether it's Skyrim's Oblivion Walker or the challenging Mirror's Edge achievements, the quest for perfection is distinctly human. Join me on this journey for 100 percent trophies and see if you can add one, two, or even ten games to your collection!