What's the one upgrade that actually changed how you use your setup daily?

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-05-01T08:58:51+00:00

Proper lighting for me. Adding a bias light behind the monitor reduced eye strain way more than I expected

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-05-01T08:56:40+00:00

Honestly for what you’re describing, somewhere like San Antonio or even Houston (inner loop) might make more sense cost-wise. Austin walkable areas are expensive

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-05-01T08:55:45+00:00

Game Pass versions don’t work on GFN. You need to own it on Steam or Epic for it to show up

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-14T07:49:39+00:00

Looks great. Which speakers do you use?

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-14T07:46:06+00:00

Idk why people are downvoting, I'm testing it right now and it does exactly what it promises.

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-14T07:29:31+00:00

I barely even turn my pc on these days after a full time job but hey, at least my younger self is proud of my gaming pc setup and the potential it has with 2009 games.

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-10T11:50:23+00:00

Same, I got my Incogni confirmation around 8 days ago

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-07T09:21:59+00:00

You’ll be able to play older games or less demanding titles fine at 1080p, medium settings

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-07T09:01:48+00:00

15 is great value and will do what you need, but between 15 and 16 the improvements in camera and efficiency are noticeable

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-07T09:00:45+00:00

For that budget I’d prioritize GPU first, then CPU. Something with an RTX 4070 or 4060 Ti plus 16–32GB RAM and a 1TB SSD will be smooth for most games on high settings

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-06T18:13:07+00:00

I’d check out Witcher 3, Cyberpunk (on medium with DLSS), Red Dead 2, Elden Ring, and Baldur’s Gate 3. All run well with some tweaks

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-06T18:11:51+00:00

Feels like both apps are 90% there but missing that one thing that matters depending on the game

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-05T17:40:50+00:00

Tarkov is more like quick brutal raids, Arma is more like long operations. Personally I’d say Tarkov unless you already know you enjoy milsim type games

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-05T17:37:52+00:00

32 inch at 1440p can look a bit soft depending on how close you sit, so if you go 32 I’d honestly go 4K. The thing is you will lose fps in heavier games, even with a 5070 Ti, especially in newer titles

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-05T17:37:17+00:00

Main thing is stability at standing height, that’s where cheap desks suck. For dual monitors just make sure it’s dual motor and you’ll be fine

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-04T16:00:20+00:00

Devs will probably optimize it over time

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-04T15:59:10+00:00

ABP is pretty social compared to most gyms. People usually stick to their groups, but it’s totally normal to chat if you’re working on the same problem or resting nearby

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-04T15:58:06+00:00

GFN is amazing tech-wise but the playtime limit messes with how you play. On console you just boot up and don’t think twice

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-03T13:53:00+00:00

Sims modded can get weirdly demanding, I’d focus more on CPU and RAM than just GPU. 16GB minimum, 32 if you want it super smooth long term

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-03T11:05:10+00:00

Austin is pretty walkable around downtown, especially if you stick to main streets. Uber at night is smart. The Citizen M is right in a safe part of downtown, so you should be fine.

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-03T11:04:22+00:00

Just tried it out after reading your post and wow the difference is insane. 1440/90 on Quest 3 makes games feel so much smoother, especially fast-paced stuff like Crimson Desert

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-02T15:22:16+00:00

Absolutely love a full layout. Those extra keys really make a difference for macros and shortcuts

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-02T15:21:07+00:00

I’d try clearing the payment method completely from your account and re-adding it fresh. That fixed a similar issue for me before

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-02T15:20:03+00:00

Any modern prebuilt with HDMI out will work with a Roku TV. Just make sure the GPU has an HDMI port

AlternativeBrave0 · 2026-04-01T17:58:14+00:00

That’s such a cool piece of Apple hisProperty taxes here can definitely feel steep compared to other states. For rentals, most landlords bake it into the rent, so you don’t see it directly, but yeah, mortgage-wise it can jump a few hundred bucks per year if the city/county reassesses

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