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Comment on Do you have a game that you love from “before your time?” in ~games
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Comment on We're bringing Pebble back! in ~tech
BigBadWolf LinkVery excited for this! I had a Pebble when I was younger and it was the only smartwatch of those I've owned that I ever used for a long period of time. Everything else was too big, too heavy, or...Very excited for this! I had a Pebble when I was younger and it was the only smartwatch of those I've owned that I ever used for a long period of time. Everything else was too big, too heavy, or just too unwieldy.
I also absolutely loved the creativity in the community watchfaces and making my own. While I've since switched back to a normal dumb watch, if/when this launches I'll definitely be in line to pick one up!
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Comment on Does a picture prove anything anymore? in ~arts
BigBadWolf Link ParentI find this comment really interesting, because for a casual photographer, isn't that exactly what they're looking for? Sure, if you're a journalist or CSI or something, or a professional...I find this comment really interesting, because for a casual photographer, isn't that exactly what they're looking for?
Sure, if you're a journalist or CSI or something, or a professional photographer, you'll want perfectly accurate images, ideally the RAW itself.
But for Dad out on a trip to the beach with the kids? A student hanging out with her friends? A tourist wandering through their dream city? It seems to me that they'd want photos that match their memory of the experience by removing all the little "imperfections" (however they choose to define them), rather than a photo that's entirely accurate.
I guess this argument boils down to whether you want to take a photo for "proof" (in which case you want exact accuracy) or "memories" (in which case I see the argument for small enhancements).
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Comment on If you had up to US$250 to get one person into a hobby you're interested in, what would you do to get them started? in ~hobbies
BigBadWolf LinkBuy them a good skateboard + protective equipment. That's just about the budget to get something good that'll last a decent while (especially as a beginner), and quality equipment makes even...Buy them a good skateboard + protective equipment. That's just about the budget to get something good that'll last a decent while (especially as a beginner), and quality equipment makes even cruising around a blast! Of course, this requires teaching them as well, but thankfully that's free and a lot of fun for everyone!
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Comment on Sci-fi audio drama - The Last City in ~hobbies
BigBadWolf Link ParentOf course, ars PARADOXICA goes without saying (in my mind at least). Awesome time-travel show about Cold War espionage. Otherwise, I've also really enjoyed Out of Place and LifeAfter/The Message...Of course, ars PARADOXICA goes without saying (in my mind at least). Awesome time-travel show about Cold War espionage. Otherwise, I've also really enjoyed Out of Place and LifeAfter/The Message in terms of sci-fi. I also highly recommend NORA, Mission: Rejected, and What Happened in Skinner!
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Comment on Which audio drama podcasts do you recommend? in ~hobbies
BigBadWolf LinkSince last time I posted about this very same topic, I listened to "What Happened in Skinner" and it's one of my new favourites! If you're at all interested in faux "true crime" amateur...Since last time I posted about this very same topic, I listened to "What Happened in Skinner" and it's one of my new favourites! If you're at all interested in faux "true crime" amateur investigations, and don't mind a bit of a supernatural twist, it's very easy to get lost in the world it paints. It's almost like a more modern, Americanized version of "The Secret of St. Kilda," which is also wonderful and highly recommended!
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Comment on Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts? in ~hobbies
BigBadWolf Link ParentI keep hearing good things about the Amelia Project, it's for sure on the list! And total agree on Left Right Game! I was a huge fan of the original nosleep story and I'd say the QCODE adaptation...I keep hearing good things about the Amelia Project, it's for sure on the list! And total agree on Left Right Game! I was a huge fan of the original nosleep story and I'd say the QCODE adaptation did it justice. My only complaint is that they sometimes relied a bit too much on the sound design and it was hard to tell what was going on, but the ending made up for it for sure.
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Comment on Tildes Game Giveaway Thread: July 2023 in ~games
BigBadWolf Link ParentThis seems fun! I'll go with $40.01This seems fun! I'll go with $40.01
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Comment on The Password Game in ~tech
BigBadWolf LinkThat was weirdly fun. I got to Rule 21 before I couldn't figure out what I was supposed to do. Then I accidentally closed the tab, and there is no way in hell I'm doing all that again lol. For...That was weirdly fun. I got to Rule 21 before I couldn't figure out what I was supposed to do. Then I accidentally closed the tab, and there is no way in hell I'm doing all that again lol. For anyone else who tries this: you will need Google, and relatively quick reflexes (yes, seriously). Also would not recommend playing on mobile.
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Comment on Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts? in ~hobbies
BigBadWolf Link ParentI've heard great things about it, and it's for sure on my "to listen" list... which unfortunately tends to grow longer instead of shorter with each day. The only thing that makes me a bit hesitant...I've heard great things about it, and it's for sure on my "to listen" list... which unfortunately tends to grow longer instead of shorter with each day. The only thing that makes me a bit hesitant is how long We're Alive is, but with so many positive recommendations I may have to bump it up on the priority chart...
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Favourite audio dramas/fiction podcasts?
Over the last year, I've found myself listening to quite a few audio dramas. I've never been one for traditional podcasts so it was pretty surprising to me that I loved them so much the moment...
Over the last year, I've found myself listening to quite a few audio dramas. I've never been one for traditional podcasts so it was pretty surprising to me that I loved them so much the moment they went from nonfiction to fiction. It's pretty similar to watching TV, except you can still use your eyes for other tasks! Audio books are nice too, but they don't quite scratch the same itch. So with all that, here's an unordered list of some of my favourite audio dramas (along with a small synopsis and some personal opinions), and I invite you to post your own in the comments!
Title Official Synopsis Personal Notes ars PARADOXICA When an experiment in a time much like our own goes horribly awry, Dr. Sally Grissom finds herself stranded in the past and entrenched in the activities of a clandestine branch of the US government. Grissom and her team quickly learn that there's no safety net when toying with the fundamental logic of the universe. Along with everything in the official description, this one also has secret codes at the end of each episode so you can play along at home, and has a cast with quite a bit of diverse representation. The Imperfection Charlie and Amber suffer from a disorder that causes a constant stream of hallucinations. When they discover that their psychiatrist is missing, they rally together with the other patients to search for him. Along the way, they encounter secret societies, half-human half-spider centaurs, and a hidden borough of New York under the East River. But how can you find the truth when you can’t tell what’s real? This one is mostly a comedy with a rather absurdist sense of humour, but it has some really heartfelt moments. The creators are professionals as well, so the sound design is very nice to listen to. Wooden Overcoats Rudyard Funn and his equally miserable sister Antigone run their family’s failing funeral parlour, where they get the body in the coffin in the ground on time. But one day they find everyone enjoying themselves at the funerals of a new competitor – the impossibly perfect Eric Chapman! With their dogsbody Georgie, and a mouse called Madeleine, the Funns are taking drastic steps to stay in business… A British comedy through-and-through, I've had to stop listening to this one in public for fear I look totally crazy, giggling like a hyena. It's also totally family friendly, so you can listen to it with your kids/parents/neighbour's dogs as well! NORA These recordings were emailed to us without explanation. The sender has not responded to any questions. We cannot confirm the veracity of the information contained within, but believe that the creator of these recordings is acting in good faith. The woman, who calls herself NORA, is investigating a strange series of events that wander between the boundaries of perception and reality. There is some suggestion of organized crime, paranormal influence, or perhaps simple madness. We will continue to make these available as they are sent to us. They present no danger to the listener and seem to provide a source of support for the creator. Ok, this is a strange one. It's pretty short (only 7 episodes of about a half-hour each), but I was left thinking about it for days afterwards. If you like more weird, interpretive stories, this one is up your alley. It kind of reminded me of House of Leaves, which is a book I love a lot, so take that as you will. All of these can be found on basically any podcast app (I use AntennaPod on Android), so if any piqued your interest, do give them a shot!
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I really enjoy Earthbound which is almost 10 years older than me (sorry to anyone who read that and now feels old). Honestly it still holds up fairly well as far as RPGs go (other than the somewhat clunky menu and inventory system), and I'd even say the writing is ahead of its time. Though, that last point may be because a lot of (if not most?) hit RPGs these days are directly or indirectly inspired by it, so it may be a self-fulfilling prophecy in that sense.
I've also been trying to play the original Sonic games based on the (heavy) enthusiasm of my best friend, and I've gotta say that those unfortunately do not hold up as well by modern standards to someone who isn't already heavily invested in the franchise. They're fun enough and still look pretty good, but have really frustrating game mechanics and the lack of saving in the first two entries makes stupid mistakes really punishing since you have to start a new game all over. Still though, they're certainly playable, which is more than can be said for a few games....