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Framework Laptop 13 gets Intel Core Ultra with a 120 Hz display, and cheaper AMD models
12 June 2024 at 9:50 am UTC
You mean the Framework 16? I don't think they’ll made a 13" with a discrete card.
12 June 2024 at 9:50 am UTC
Quoting: IvancilloUmmh, good initiative.
Waiting for models with discrete graphic cards.
You mean the Framework 16? I don't think they’ll made a 13" with a discrete card.
Arch Linux changes vm.max_map_count to match Fedora, Ubuntu for better gaming
10 April 2024 at 11:51 am UTC
The question was already addressed when the proposal was submited:
Just because you can configure something doesn't mean you have to leave a crappy default value.
Given that many distros make this change, we can also expect it to become the kernel default in the future (special cases such as embedded will then be the ones who have to reconfigure it).
10 April 2024 at 11:51 am UTC
Quoting: BlackBloodRumConsidering this is Arch, shouldn't these users already know or at least be doing this themselves? I mean they do call themselves the geeks of Linux after all...
The question was already addressed when the proposal was submited:
QuoteWhile I'm aware that Arch is a user centric/DIY distro and everyone canSource (linked in the article): https://lists.archlinux.org/archives/list/[email protected]/thread/5GU7ZUFI25T2IRXIQ62YYERQKIPE3U6E/
set their own `vm.max_map_count` value fairly easily, shipping an
increased value on our side would be a beneficial change to make in my
opinion as it would result in a smoother gaming experience out of the
box for our users without representing any downside/side effect (as far
as I'm aware).
Just because you can configure something doesn't mean you have to leave a crappy default value.
Given that many distros make this change, we can also expect it to become the kernel default in the future (special cases such as embedded will then be the ones who have to reconfigure it).
Removing non-Steam apps now cleans up on Steam Deck and Linux desktop
22 June 2023 at 9:19 am UTC Likes: 1
A fun fact is that often, piracy repacks have theses options Sometimes piracy isn’t for money, but for disk space and bandwith (notably when it’s recompressed a lot more than the Steam version).
22 June 2023 at 9:19 am UTC Likes: 1
Quoting: elmapulyou got another good point: why download all languages if i only gona use 1?
steam need an option to download those "free dlcs" while download/install the game.
A fun fact is that often, piracy repacks have theses options Sometimes piracy isn’t for money, but for disk space and bandwith (notably when it’s recompressed a lot more than the Steam version).
Fresh Steam Deck and Steam desktop Beta, Valve dropping old Windows support
29 March 2023 at 3:16 pm UTC Likes: 5
Well, the link in the release note say precisely this.
29 March 2023 at 3:16 pm UTC Likes: 5
Quoting: kokoko3kSpeculating:
since they had the idea of using a browser engine to rebase their client upon, and since that engine, chromium, will not support anything lower than windows 10 starting from the upcoming release, hey've had to stop support for the same platforms too.
Well, the link in the release note say precisely this.
Quoting: Steam SupportThis change is required as core features in Steam rely on an embedded version of Google Chrome, which no longer functions on older versions of Windows.
Factorio is about to increase in price so be quick
1 February 2023 at 4:09 pm UTC Likes: 2
Which shareholders? xD
The studio is independent, and the one who decided this price increase, is at worst the lead developer, at best the whole team agreed. Of course this increase will benefit them... (if it doesn't cause a significant drop in sales).
1 February 2023 at 4:09 pm UTC Likes: 2
Quoting: ssj17vegetaYes, the game is top notch and still totally worth the money. But they could and should've just said they wanted more money for their shareholders, and spared everyone the hypocrisy, because I highly doubt the devs will actually benefit from it.
Which shareholders? xD
The studio is independent, and the one who decided this price increase, is at worst the lead developer, at best the whole team agreed. Of course this increase will benefit them... (if it doesn't cause a significant drop in sales).
Factorio is about to increase in price so be quick
26 January 2023 at 9:42 am UTC Likes: 2
26 January 2023 at 9:42 am UTC Likes: 2
Despite the price increase, this game is worth it.
If you don't want to pay, then don't pay: the game is DRM-free, so it's easy to play for free. When you have spent hundreds of hours on it (you will), then you can buy it to thank the devs. That's what I did.
Besides the purchase is their only source of income, the existing players don't make any more money. It remains to be seen if the DLC will bring free updates in parallel (like Euro Truck Simulator 2 does, which compensates for its low price and big sales by regularly selling new DLCs (almost one DLC at €20 per year) to existing players).
And then, other games have seen their price increase over time, for example Minecraft, which is still very popular. On the other hand for Minecraft, all updates are free and there is no DLC, but for it too, the cost is only covered by new players, not the existing ones.
So personally, I would say that at worst, we should wait to see what they will bring that would justify their expenses (and therefore this way of covering them). Just the Switch release and the adaptation to controllers is a proof that they don't pay themselves to do nothing, at least… In any case I still recommend the game (even if it means giving away copies to those who are reluctant to pay for it at first…).
If you don't want to pay, then don't pay: the game is DRM-free, so it's easy to play for free. When you have spent hundreds of hours on it (you will), then you can buy it to thank the devs. That's what I did.
Besides the purchase is their only source of income, the existing players don't make any more money. It remains to be seen if the DLC will bring free updates in parallel (like Euro Truck Simulator 2 does, which compensates for its low price and big sales by regularly selling new DLCs (almost one DLC at €20 per year) to existing players).
And then, other games have seen their price increase over time, for example Minecraft, which is still very popular. On the other hand for Minecraft, all updates are free and there is no DLC, but for it too, the cost is only covered by new players, not the existing ones.
So personally, I would say that at worst, we should wait to see what they will bring that would justify their expenses (and therefore this way of covering them). Just the Switch release and the adaptation to controllers is a proof that they don't pay themselves to do nothing, at least… In any case I still recommend the game (even if it means giving away copies to those who are reluctant to pay for it at first…).
There's now a dedicated website for Steam Deck boot videos
10 October 2022 at 5:06 pm UTC
You could probably make a script for this. I mean, someone has probably already made one xD
EDIT: Oh, yeah, https://github.com/hummelm10/steamdeck_startup_animations was already mentioned, and do precisely that…
10 October 2022 at 5:06 pm UTC
Quoting: RavenWingsDamn, they all are just so great! Can I just put em all in a folder and have the Deck choose one at random? That would increase my average daily happiness by at least 10%
You could probably make a script for this. I mean, someone has probably already made one xD
EDIT: Oh, yeah, https://github.com/hummelm10/steamdeck_startup_animations was already mentioned, and do precisely that…
Please Fix The Road will have an official version just for pirates
13 May 2022 at 10:27 pm UTC Likes: 6
13 May 2022 at 10:27 pm UTC Likes: 6
Many of the games I played the most were pirate version on start. I bought the game later when I had the money to do it, either to thanks the devs or to unlock online/multiplayer features.
That’s the case for Factorio, Minecraft, Euro Truck Simulator 2, Cities : Skylines, Dirt 3 Complete Edition, Watch_Dogs, Beam.NG Drive, Astroneer, Subnautica, Just Cause 3… well, I didn't think the list would be so long when I started typing it, and it’s not exhaustive.
That’s the case for Factorio, Minecraft, Euro Truck Simulator 2, Cities : Skylines, Dirt 3 Complete Edition, Watch_Dogs, Beam.NG Drive, Astroneer, Subnautica, Just Cause 3… well, I didn't think the list would be so long when I started typing it, and it’s not exhaustive.
AMD releases the Radeon RX 6950 XT, RX 6750 XT and RX 6650 XT
11 May 2022 at 3:52 pm UTC Likes: 1
Well, I’m currently in 1080p 60-120Hz (FreeSync) and I want to go 1440p 60-120 Hz (and probably with better graphics too), that’s why I want to replace my RX 590 by a 67--XT.
I work all day on PC (sysadmin) too, I don’t have a couch :D The 800p screen is a bit too little for a main gaming device (since even 1080p is not sufficient for me… ^^’ it depends on people and games (I need more space on screen for management games, so I can display more information at the same time. And in other games I want more readability, like the dashboard in Euro Truck Simulator 2)). And I’m a bit more demanding on the visual quality than before (when I was a student, 30 fps in low quality 1080 or even scaled 720p was ok, now 60 fps is a minimum, and I want the major part of my games to be in high quality). But I don’t need more neither (4K gaming is really expansive, and you have to upgrade your computer more often to keep it up with new games).
In short, it's always a matter of personal preferences, needs, desires and/or resources.
11 May 2022 at 3:52 pm UTC Likes: 1
Quoting: MohandevirIn my case, if I ever upgrade my PC, it's going to be with low end gaming GPUs. Streaming in 800p to my Steam Deck doesn't require a 1k$ GPU. In fact, any 250$ latest gen GPU will be overkill for the task and I don't plan on buying a 4k monitor. 1080p 75hz, maybe, eventually. I rarely sit in front of my PC, nowadays. I work all day thus (CAD designer), my couch is much more attractive, in the evening, but I want my PC games (mainly Steam) to follow me. For the moment, I'll wait for an entry level gaming GPU that's better than my GTX 1660 Super, in a gen or two.
Well, I’m currently in 1080p 60-120Hz (FreeSync) and I want to go 1440p 60-120 Hz (and probably with better graphics too), that’s why I want to replace my RX 590 by a 67--XT.
I work all day on PC (sysadmin) too, I don’t have a couch :D The 800p screen is a bit too little for a main gaming device (since even 1080p is not sufficient for me… ^^’ it depends on people and games (I need more space on screen for management games, so I can display more information at the same time. And in other games I want more readability, like the dashboard in Euro Truck Simulator 2)). And I’m a bit more demanding on the visual quality than before (when I was a student, 30 fps in low quality 1080 or even scaled 720p was ok, now 60 fps is a minimum, and I want the major part of my games to be in high quality). But I don’t need more neither (4K gaming is really expansive, and you have to upgrade your computer more often to keep it up with new games).
In short, it's always a matter of personal preferences, needs, desires and/or resources.
AMD releases the Radeon RX 6950 XT, RX 6750 XT and RX 6650 XT
11 May 2022 at 12:30 am UTC
That’s going to be the other way around for me: the Deck will be a backup plan for when I can’t bring my main PC. The PC is way more practical (screen size, performance, posture, peripherals…) and comfortable for long gaming session. But the Deck is very portable, and have sufficient performances.
I bought it mainly for performance (at that price on top of that! Even the most expensive is a good deal compared to a laptop at the same price), because my current laptop have a big lack of performance.
A gaming laptop would be perfect for my main use case, but three times more expensive, and I wouldn't use it often enough to make it worthwhile.
The battery is a bonus, maybe I’ll start to play in new situations because of that. So it will probably be even more profitable.
11 May 2022 at 12:30 am UTC
Quoting: MohandevirI can definetly tell you that my main PC will become a backup plan for what's not playable on the Steam Deck (Steam streaming).
I never bought a gaming laptop because it's not that portable; I'v got an MSI workstation and I must bring the charger everywhere or the battery lasts for 45mins and I usually end up leaving it on the same table for this reason, thus defeating the purpose of portability. This and the fact that gaming laptops are on the heavy side... Nope the Steam Deck is a much better fit, imo. But that's just my personnal experience.
That’s going to be the other way around for me: the Deck will be a backup plan for when I can’t bring my main PC. The PC is way more practical (screen size, performance, posture, peripherals…) and comfortable for long gaming session. But the Deck is very portable, and have sufficient performances.
I bought it mainly for performance (at that price on top of that! Even the most expensive is a good deal compared to a laptop at the same price), because my current laptop have a big lack of performance.
A gaming laptop would be perfect for my main use case, but three times more expensive, and I wouldn't use it often enough to make it worthwhile.
The battery is a bonus, maybe I’ll start to play in new situations because of that. So it will probably be even more profitable.
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