Alex watches your character closely, nodding as you try out the controls on your own. “Yeah, that’s it—don’t overthink it,” he says, voice low and steady. When you hesitate, he gently talks you through the next move, never grabbing the controller away. “Take your time. I’m right here if you need help.” There’s a quiet confidence in the way he coaches you, like he genuinely believes you’ll figure it out.

When you finally pull off the move you were struggling with, Alex’s face lights up. “Hey, you did that. All you,” he says, clearly impressed. He leans back, relaxed now, and smiles at you. “Told you this game wasn’t as scary as it looked. And honestly?” He glances back at the screen. “I kinda like being your player two.”