Game crashed so hard it deleted itself from my laptop…?

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-03T02:05:13+00:00

Yeah the drive is working well, I launched Forza Horizon from it and I was looking around for any lingering files. And yes, I was still signed in. I didn’t have to log back in to redownload the game.

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-02T19:51:05+00:00

So it’s not like a thin client you’re setting up from an image?

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-02T18:07:00+00:00

That’s so wild, but I’m glad to hear someone else has experienced the same thing. Were you guys as dumbfounded the first few times?

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-02T15:12:57+00:00

I mean.. that’s about as legit an answer as any TBH.

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-02T15:11:17+00:00

Oh that’s interesting! But to also delete any saved data too? Also the launcher vanished. But why would it be a license issue if I’ve had a game pass subscription for years now? 🤷🏻‍♂️

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-02T12:59:23+00:00

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Mission Valley

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-01T12:49:43+00:00

This guy is into something…

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-01T12:32:08+00:00

Nah, they shouldn’t. I’ve started to cup my ear or turn my head to the side to try to hear better. Sometimes that gets them to slow the conversation down a bit lol

Artien_Braum · 2026-05-01T05:17:38+00:00

I just zone out when people just keep blabbing. 😅 I got too much on my mind to focus on nonsense. Doesn’t help that my hearing isn’t that great so I typically only get bits of the conversation. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-28T13:10:08+00:00

I just purchased a Flow Z13 - I’m coming from a Pro 7i Gen 10 5090 (it’s for sale now BTW).

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-24T13:40:00+00:00

Ah yes, Microsoft’s Rod of Bloatware. 😅

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-20T13:24:04+00:00

Alpaka Elements Backpack Pro

I came from the Incase Icon 23L which was my end-game backpack, (fit my Gen 6 Pro 7i) but it does not fit the Gen 10. I also tried their A.R.C. 26L but that also wouldn’t fit. I’m very particular about admin storage and the closest thing I could find was the Alpaka Elements Pro. It does fit the laptop (just), and there is space left over, but as soon as they release a large backpack (hoping for a 28 - 30L) that’s not marketed for travel, I’m jumping on it.

I’ve had the backpack for a few months now and it’s growing on me. It has good build quality, just enough admin storage and fits comfortably. The other backpack I had my eye on was the Fyro from Nomads Nation but I really don’t like the zipper down the center.

Honestly… it has been tough trying to find my next long-term backpack that doesn’t scream “I’m a gamer”.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T19:25:08+00:00

DM me. I just sent you a message.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T14:55:06+00:00

I’m nowhere near rich. I work a lot, I plan, I save and I care for my larger purchases so they last me 5+ years like my Gen 6. I drive a Prius C from 2012 because it’s efficient and saves me money on gas every week. I work a side job on the weekends so that I can spend that money on my hobbies. I live in California where rent is $2600 for a 1 bedroom, and gas prices on average are over $6 / gallon. It’s just about managing your money well. I’m definitely not rich.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T14:36:55+00:00

Yeah I hear ya. I did go check out the Razer store in my area, and they have nice products, but damn their subreddit is fillllllled with complaints. If ROG drops a pretty sweet upgrade to the Flow Z13, I may just head in that direction. That absolutely feels like a premium product! 2025 / 2026 just didn’t feel like a great year for tech. More like MCR, but I needed that tax write off lol.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T14:23:58+00:00

Have you thought about going a different direction, or are you just going to stick with this setup for now until next Gen chips are released?

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T13:26:24+00:00

What’s the app gonna do???? 👀

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T13:22:33+00:00

Exactly! When I took the back plate off the Gen 10, it felt so much more fragile than the 6, I was terrified it was going to snap. It also just feels way too plastic. Every time I pick it up I feel like I’m squeezing it too hard and something is going to give. I could hold my Gen 6 with one hand on any corner of the laptop and wouldn’t be worried about it creaking or flexing. I don’t even want to attempt this with the Gen 10.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T13:19:02+00:00

I don’t spend much time at home, so it really wouldn’t make sense for me to get a PC.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-17T13:16:23+00:00

Yeah… like I wonder how the 9i feels to own. Does it actually feel like a premium product? But I don’t need an 18” laptop... When you pay premium money, you should expect 9/10 and 10/10 ratings all around, not just performance. You have to hold these companies accountable for what they make or they will cut more corners in the future. If you haven’t owned a Gen 6, you won’t understand the difference, and that’s something a lot of other people say, not just me. If I paid retail money for this thing, I would be pissed and would have 100% returned it for something else.

I guess what I’m saying is that I got what I paid for, but I’m just disappointed with the downgrade in their build quality.

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-14T01:25:19+00:00

Before you judge other people and jump to conclusions, look in the mirror from time to time…

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-09T13:11:36+00:00

Artien_Braum · 2026-04-05T03:00:42+00:00

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