The author has decided to change the direction of their channel and is now playing a skate simulator game called Skater XL, which they claim is the most difficult virtual skate simulator in the world. The game is played with a joystick and requires precise control to perform tricks. The author's goal is to complete 10 tricks, including a 900-degree turn, also known as the "900" trick, which was first performed by Tony Hawk in 1999. Throughout the video, the author provides commentary on their gameplay, explaining the tricks they are attempting and the challenges they are facing.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The author is changing the direction of their channel.
2. The author is playing a skate simulator game called Skater XL.
3. The game is considered difficult and is not a traditional skateboarding game.
4. The author has been a fan of skateboarding games, particularly the Skate series.
5. The author used to skateboard when they were younger and is waiting for a new skateboard to arrive.
6. The author has been searching for skateboarding games to play.
7. The author is using a joystick to play the game.
8. The game has a variety of maps and levels created by the community.
9. The author is trying to complete a series of tricks in the game.
10. The author's favorite skate trick is the 360 flip.
11. The author is having difficulty completing some of the tricks.
12. The game has a realistic physics engine, making it challenging to play.
13. The author is going to try to complete a 900-degree trick, similar to one performed by Tony Hawk.
14. The author is having trouble completing the 900-degree trick and is getting frustrated.
15. The author is recording their gameplay and is planning to record more random games in the future.