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submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by ButtDrugs@lemm.ee to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

My 13 hour flight just got delayed 7 hours, I'm stuck at my second airport, and I dont think I'm gonna make it. I have some movies and audio books on my phone, but really only anticipated having to burn the flight time via napping and some media, not 7 hours leading up to it, and I'm pretty sure I'm gonna mentally burn out on passive media.

  • I have media on my phone - movies, shows and audio books, but I can only do about 2-3 hours at a stretch before I burn out on those things.
  • I have wifi and power both on the ground and on the plane, although I'm sure the connection once we get going isn't going to be performance enough for online games.
  • I have a phone and headset but didn't bring a laptop because it was just extra bulk I didn't think I'd need. I don't have a switch or steam deck or anything neat.
  • I have access to the airport lounge, so drinks are free, and I get free drinks on the plane. I don't want to get wasted or have to pee constantly, so my plan is to jim lahey it.
  • I'm intrigued by mobile games, but every one I've tried has felt too gimmicky with gambling or freemium BS mechanics. Also tried started valley but it never got me hooked either. I have an android and will buy games if they're worth it.
  • I'm open to any other ideas that could somehow mentally (or physically while on the ground) stimulate me.
  • I'm a dude in my 30s with a family and kids, but I'm currently traveling solo.
  • I've already killed 2 hours on a plane and 2 more on the ground (my planned connection time) doing nothing, I was saving my media trying to avoid burning out on shit before I get on the plane.
  • I suck at sleeping when on the go.
  • I'm on my 3rd mimosa and bored as fuck.

Help.

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[-] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 23 points 1 year ago

Or if you're attention span is killed like mine, find an audiobook and listen on 2x or 3x. If you happen to have a library card, libby is usually great. Otherwise YouTube has some.

[-] LazaroFilm@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

This! I recommend Red Rising as audiobook! (The first book is 16h and there’s a whole series of books, there’s a dramatized audiobook version I haven’t tried but sounds really fun)

also, Hail Mary Project is an amazing audiobook.

mild spoiler:


spoiler the sound effects of Rocky is amazing!

[-] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 year ago

One of my favorite syfi is the expanse, also highly recommend. Dune and Iain Banks culture are also great.

[-] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 year ago

Do you mean red rising? I've heard it's good but haven't gotten a chance yet.

[-] LazaroFilm@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

Yes Red Rising. My phone doesn’t let me type good today.

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