DanielB's recent activity
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Comment on What are your top three video game soundtracks? in ~games
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
DanielB LinkNot sure if entirely kosher, but I “got” the PC Tekken 8 beta and am taking it for a spin - can’t wait until the official release!Not sure if entirely kosher, but I “got” the PC Tekken 8 beta and am taking it for a spin - can’t wait until the official release!
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Comment on Recommended tablet/2in1 for ~$1200? in ~tech
DanielB LinkThe Asus Z13 is a gaming tablet, and has been on sale at Best Buy for ~$1000 if you’re in the US.The Asus Z13 is a gaming tablet, and has been on sale at Best Buy for ~$1000 if you’re in the US.
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Comment on Anyone here like motorcycles? in ~transport
DanielB Link ParentJust dropped it in gravel, frame had a scratch, so it was totaled. I regret it though, favorite bike I owned so far. I’m eyeing a street triple 675 as my next bikeJust dropped it in gravel, frame had a scratch, so it was totaled. I regret it though, favorite bike I owned so far.
I’m eyeing a street triple 675 as my next bike
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Comment on Anyone here like motorcycles? in ~transport
DanielB LinkLove them! Currently have a CBR500 because I totaled my previous bike, but it is a bit too bland … time to go shopping in the near future …Love them! Currently have a CBR500 because I totaled my previous bike, but it is a bit too bland … time to go shopping in the near future …
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
DanielB Link ParentThere is a known game glitch where the wrong items would be in your inventory for some random reason. This might be for the pc port but you can find several mentions of it in online forums if you...There is a known game glitch where the wrong items would be in your inventory for some random reason. This might be for the pc port but you can find several mentions of it in online forums if you look up “Yakuza 0 inventory bug”
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Comment on Modern controls are needlessly convoluted in ~games
DanielB Link ParentHahaha I was a band geek and totally get the need for the right tools for the job. Clarinetist here!Hahaha I was a band geek and totally get the need for the right tools for the job. Clarinetist here!
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Comment on Modern controls are needlessly convoluted in ~games
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Comment on What games have you been playing, and what's your opinion on them? in ~games
DanielB LinkWorking on my backlog; Recently finished Yakuza 0 with its buggy mess, but it was a fun ride - I’m tempted to get the entire series (also have 4 in my backlog) but looking at the total # of games...Working on my backlog;
Recently finished Yakuza 0 with its buggy mess, but it was a fun ride - I’m tempted to get the entire series (also have 4 in my backlog) but looking at the total # of games I already have, in good.
I am absolutely horrible at it, but Tekken 7 has its claws in me (again). Just one more round!
Also playing Titanfall 2 single player, it’s a fun ride!
And also trying out Tooth and Tail; i don’t get the gameplay loop yet, but it’s a fun little game so far!
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Comment on Modern controls are needlessly convoluted in ~games
DanielB Link ParentI do see the hypocrisy in my statement somewhat, let me explain; I grew up with fighting games so I am used to the format. Context is important! Fighting games (normally) have a directional pad...I do see the hypocrisy in my statement somewhat, let me explain;
- I grew up with fighting games so I am used to the format.
- Context is important! Fighting games (normally) have a directional pad for movement and all buttons are attacks. Games with a block button exist I realize, but that’s more the exception than the rule.
- Building off of that, action platformers have other actionable buttons - jump, dodge, interact, etc.; if I am in the middle of the action, I prefer a button scheme where there is as minimal amount of shifting of my thumbs as much as possible - a good example would be Megaman - instead of having a dedicated power shot, all you had to do was hold the attack button down to charge.
Part of my rant is colors but my preference for sure, but looking at the responses I am not the only one that feels this way!!!
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Comment on What is your experience with foldable phones? in ~tech
DanielB Link ParentWhat makes you think that a foldable would do something that a tablet can do? Not challenging you but am legit curious; I had an iPad Air and loved the hardware, but to me it was the OS that held...What makes you think that a foldable would do something that a tablet can do?
Not challenging you but am legit curious; I had an iPad Air and loved the hardware, but to me it was the OS that held it back, ended up selling it.
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Comment on What is your experience with foldable phones? in ~tech
DanielB LinkI do not have experiences with them, however the idea is really appealing - the Pixel fold or the Samsung Z Fold may be my next phone. But as many others have said I’d like to research the...I do not have experiences with them, however the idea is really appealing - the Pixel fold or the Samsung Z Fold may be my next phone.
But as many others have said I’d like to research the durability of these phones before committing; having said that, the Samsung phones are on their 5th iteration and there isn’t a big hubbub about durability issues (think the Note 9) so I take that as a good sign.
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Comment on Modern controls are needlessly convoluted in ~games
DanielB Link ParentTotally agreed! If I was trying to play a third party 3D game with this, I’d be out of my mind! But for “retro-inspired” 2D platformers? I think it’s ridiculous. And yes, the joypad is glorious,...Totally agreed! If I was trying to play a third party 3D game with this, I’d be out of my mind! But for “retro-inspired” 2D platformers? I think it’s ridiculous.
And yes, the joypad is glorious, highly highly recommended.
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Comment on Modern controls are needlessly convoluted in ~games
DanielB Link ParentI'd disagree. I'm a PC gamer - meaning I've played KB+M games. Just because it's a PC game using a keyboard, do I expect all 108 keys on my board to be used? Some simulations may need to use a lot...I'd disagree.
I'm a PC gamer - meaning I've played KB+M games. Just because it's a PC game using a keyboard, do I expect all 108 keys on my board to be used?
Some simulations may need to use a lot more sure, but not all of them do!
That's exactly what I'm saying about game controls - the game design should dictate the controls, not the other way around. Some of the games I've tried out definitely feel like the buttons were "tacked on" for the sake of using all the buttons, rather than supporting the gameplay.
And for non-gamers, I feel that a big deterrent to playing is having to navigate a modern controller.
(And yes, I'm aware of the Steam Controller function)
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Modern controls are needlessly convoluted
Now the topic may be inflammatory, so let me walk it back and say "in some cases" - let me explain; Just got me this gamepad and I absolutely adore it - for folks not wanting to click on a link,...
Now the topic may be inflammatory, so let me walk it back and say "in some cases" - let me explain;
Just got me this gamepad and I absolutely adore it - for folks not wanting to click on a link, think of it as a fancy SNES pad.
I got it as a fightpad and for that it is marvelous - and while I have no intentions of playing a 3d action game with it, I booted up some 2d indies and platformers to take it for a spin ... and realized that apparently, 6 buttons + dpad just aren't enough anymore.
Since when do you need to have a light and hard attack as separate buttons? And need an analogue stick on top of the dpad to navigate through inventory? The amount of "simple" games needing to use all the buttons on the modern controller - without a viable alternative - is ridiculous.
Yes, there are some workarounds but just wanted to vent.
I'm installing some random titles from my backlog (I have 800+ on my backlog through bundle deals, giveaways, etc.) and it's a crapshoot, not in my favor.
Thanks for coming to my TedTalk.
Edit: Yes I realize the modern controller is standardized to the "two sticks + pad + 4 face buttons + 4 shoulder buttons" design; what I'm saying is that while for some game that design is essential, a lot of other games use up all the buttons without a baked-in viable alternative, or worse yet, use buttons for the sake of using buttons!
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Comment on Suggestions for a new Android phone, please in ~tech
DanielB Link ParentIt’s coming stateside https://www.theverge.com/2023/7/5/23783714/murena-fairphone-4-us-release-date-price-sustainability-repair -
Comment on Suggestions for a new Android phone, please in ~tech
DanielB LinkIf you’re looking at sustainability the Fairphone is the one to get; Other than that I’d recommend a Samsung as their OS upgrade schedule is one of the most generous. One of their flagships or the...If you’re looking at sustainability the Fairphone is the one to get;
Other than that I’d recommend a Samsung as their OS upgrade schedule is one of the most generous. One of their flagships or the A54?
In the same vein and stepping out of the Androidsphere I’d also throw in a recommendation for the iPhone lineup as servicing the phone can be done through the store and their OS support on their phones are phenomenal.
Having said that I do prefer the flexibility of Android and there is a steep cost associated with Apple products …
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Comment on Any popular game genres you just can't get into? in ~games
DanielB Link ParentNot trying to convince you, but for me that draw is three fold: Exploration of new environments Leveling/grinding with equipment upgrades Random loot drops Not all Metroidvanias have those...Not trying to convince you, but for me that draw is three fold:
- Exploration of new environments
- Leveling/grinding with equipment upgrades
- Random loot drops
Not all Metroidvanias have those attributes, or their “twist” on the formula can potentially ruin the experience; like I mentioned I have no intent of converting you but I hope that helps you understand at least!
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Comment on Why is Elon Musk doing what he is to Twitter? in ~tech
DanielB (edited )Link ParentFrom one Dan to another, I encourage its use!From one Dan to another, I encourage its use!
R4 for PS1