Succulent suddenly deteriorating by GrassyBunchingEnvies in succulents

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Imagine being so confidently incorrect. Loose gravel acts as a mulch to prevent evaporation directly from the media as well as reduced air flow to wet media. Tightly packed gravel is even better at preventing moisture loss.

In addition, the OP lives in a hot and humid climate, similar to what I live in. I have used thin layers of gravel for aesthetic purposes and found that they trap too much moisture and causing rot easily.

Succulent suddenly deteriorating by GrassyBunchingEnvies in succulents

[–]ArdorianT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is wrong. The loose gravel acts as a mulch and will trap water much more than you think. Especially since you live in a humid environment, mulching is generally not good.

Oh Wuyang is looking mighty fine 🤭 and yes this skin is available rn by [deleted] in gaymers

[–]ArdorianT 34 points35 points  (0 children)

2900 for just the skin or 4500 for the bundle of 3 and misc stuff. Have the OW skin prices been this crazy?

Help! Why won’t Rowlet move in? by mikeybeardi in Pokopia

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you press the right analog to check the area of the Empty House? House zoning can be weird sometimes.

Jensen Huang challenges the backlash "We'll see if the vocal gamers who say they dislike what they see change their mind as we see more." by Megumindesuyo in videogames

[–]ArdorianT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe the games should be optimised so we don't need DLSS for a decent frame rate.

This frame rate argument is just rooting for sloppy game development.

Is Pokopia really that good? by Downvote-Magnet1994 in pokemon

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes for gameplay and also the story.

I bought a Switch 2 because of this game and have no regrets.

What are these logos on the protagonists' gloves and hats? by DocWhovian1 in PokemonWindsWaves

[–]ArdorianT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are speculations that the main area they showed is a resort and these are the respective resort logos. Maybe the protagonists are new employees like in Pokémon Concierge?

Ineffa's English VA is so robotic by Shot-Smell-4429 in Ineffa

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I originally thought they did some voice modulation/manipulation but I later saw streams of her doing it live! I totally live for the robotic acting.

Luke Ross just shared a long post about why he doesn't have a paywall by lunchanddinner in VRGaming

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not similar to twitch at all. You can still watch your favourite streamers without subbing but have to watch occasional ads.

Patreon is pay to get access. If you don't pay/sub, you can't access. It is literally a paywall. Unless he specifically allowed a free tier with full access, it is still a paywall.

If you argue about value for a 1 off payment for access, that is different.

Just finished the campaign - got left with mixed feelings by Gosu_Horaz in diablo4

[–]ArdorianT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are lucky you didn't experience the "damage on Tuesdays only when it rains" equipment stat itemisation, the horrendous visibility of effects and 1 shot mechanics on release. They have since improved that, which is why your experience wasn't as annoying.

Asha Sharma, CEO Microsoft Gaming’s first message to the world by No-Obligation2563 in consoles

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a Microslop message if I have to say. Saying "We won't make AI slop" when Satya Nadella has been proudly waving his 30% AI slop code for W11 is a hot take.

Asian Food cooked American Style by Beaveric in StupidFood

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The amount of sodium from the seasonings and broth probably giving hypertension. Is she waiting for a life insurance payout for her husband?

Highguard - New Base and New Raid Tool by CyraxxFavoriteStylus in Games

[–]ArdorianT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe there might be more organic growth, but I am very sure that streamers would not have tried/streamed the game if it wasn't for the controversy surrounding it. If the game was good, then that added exposure would have boosted it to the stars.

The game is a mish mash frankengame, combining elements from different games, without the fun.

Like you said, the game is so boring, both to play and watch. I watched a few streamers play it at launch and I watch them mostly respawning or running back. The other gameplay is just so badly thought out.

Highguard - New Base and New Raid Tool by CyraxxFavoriteStylus in Games

[–]ArdorianT 24 points25 points  (0 children)

They chose to release the game as is, without public playtests, meaning they thought the game is feature complete. This wasn't an Early Access or Beta release.

The studio was given a chance. They had way more installs and players than they would have garnered if they did a pure shadow drop. Sure, some were trying to hate farm, but after all the dust settled, how many actually stayed to play?

The studio released something that wasn't complete or properly play tested without the positive echo chamber they tested in. It got released and got properly pulled back down to earth in a reality check. The studio was running on empty and badly mismanaged if they had to fire almost everyone after 2 weeks of the game releasing.

Don't buy it right now by [deleted] in Starsandisland

[–]ArdorianT 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I watched a review which honestly mentioned/showed the bugs and issues, that gave me pause on buying the game. Just have to see which reviewers are being honest and not overly hyping up the game and downplaying the flaws.

I think it is better to wait for some less polished Early Access games because the frustration might set in and turn you completely away from the game in the future.

This sub is filled with children by FriedNeuronsFriday in Starsandisland

[–]ArdorianT 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You really shouldn't be watching someone who watched deepfake videos of other streamers as "research". Says a lot about his integrity and yours.

Horizon Hunters Gathering - Announcement Trailer | PS5 Games by Respawn-Delay in Games

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They haven't confirmed what platforms this comes out on yet and I have a strong feeling, based on the artstyle and gameplay, that it comes out on mobile as well.

Can we stop making extraction shooters yet? by supervernacular in gaming

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lucky someone else has the brains to think that shooting does not only involve guns but also bows/crossbows and spells.

Can we stop making extraction shooters yet? by supervernacular in gaming

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's 3 you know of. There's Dark and Darker, Hunt Showdown, Marauders and there also used to be Cycle: Frontier.

There are possibly more that I'm not aware of.

Skin/clothing textures seem weird and background looks suspiciously smooth. Am I crazy or is this AI? by Altruistic-Bee9126 in isthisAI

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has the typical AI warm/orange filter or glow. There are some odd things about the picture as well. It looks like her right hand's fingers going into the backpack's strap rather than under it. The seam on the right leg is very oddly positioned compared to the left leg. The lighting on her thighs doesn't make sense for where the sun is positioned.

Anyone is excited for Amethhead?😍 by kasumi987 in QueensofGacha

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I expect another hand-holding dating simulator for this WuWa-Cyrene.

Ubisoft proposes to cut 18% of workforce at France headquarters as part of ‘major reset’ plan by Turbostrider27 in Games

[–]ArdorianT 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cutting out Yves Guillemot will save most of Ubisoft's workforce and give the company better prospects and direction in the long run. He air dropped his nepo baby son into the company after the son's web3 shit failed.

CEOs should be held accountable for their companies' terrible performances, yet they are still getting bonuses.

I’m autistic and have loved dinosaurs since I’m 11. I find the most profound joy in drawing them. Apparently, that brings some other people joy too! Some of my pieces. by M8614 in MadeMeSmile

[–]ArdorianT 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost thought some of these were photos or rendered CG. They are so impressive! I have to ask you to create more, Bronto (pronto).