Beating the cancer boss: Healing isn’t quite ‘Final Fantasy’ (opens original article in a new tab)

A cancer survivor describes their ongoing medical journey and the emotional challenges of living with the possibility of recurrence, finding comfort in gaming and personal growth.

• Cancer patients face ongoing medical check-ups and the possibility of cancer recurrence
• The author compares their cancer journey to a video game with 'boss battles' and ongoing challenges
• The author finds solace in gaming and personal reflection during medical appointments
• The author feels physically improved but still deals with lingering health issues