Infinite Distraction

Dear Alto,

While my eyes are fixed on Alto’s Adventure, I hear a sound. A rustling of leaves and snow. Thanksgiving 2018 a doe walks into my line of sight. I put down my phone and harvest my first deer. Alto, you were there for a monumental moment of my life, it was cold, my battery was barely alive and I will forever remember that moment. I enjoy your company, cruising down the snowy mountains. With the many hours spent and meters traveled we’ve leveled up rather fast. Backflips and wall rides, bunting and vine grinds, we always get a high score. We would chase llamas and jump over chasms with your friends, Mia, Paz, and Izel and a few more to be unlocked. 

I remember when I first met you, my pants purchased their phones at a Verizon store. You were on a display model and I immediately took a liking to you. Ever since then I’ve experienced the beauty of your world, with the stunning valleys, canyons, and white cap mountains that layer in a way that is beautiful to witness. A sunrise peeking over the horizon and an infinite snowy slope asking to be traveled on. The weather affects your environment too. The rain is peaceful and relaxing, until an unexpected lightning bolt strikes the ground, or a snowfall that turns into a harsh blizzard. 

It’s peaceful playing your game while in the woods. In order to stay quiet I have to subject myself to the ambient sounds of the forest, and I miss out on the wonderful music and sound effects of your world. You’ve given me a great way to clear my mind. It’s hard to put into words how your two dimensional world is beautiful, especially on a phone screen. Maybe I’m the only one who finds it beautiful. Your beauty is your simplicity, after all you only need one hand to control everything. 

Featured Image: Created with Microsoft Designer / Generated with AI March 14th, 2024 @ 10:59am