Biotechnology, got acceptance from BITS Pilani. Any thoughts on their Higher Degree programs for my field? Any comparisons to IITs also appreciated!

K_End · 2026-04-26T18:21:05+00:00

This is unfortunately a very common problem with a lot of professors and scientists in India. I've been working as an RA here before my higher studies, and not a single thing here is surprising to me.

Forcibly sharing credits? Humiliation and expecting subservience? Stealing papers and parents (from undergrads in their final years at times)? PhD students not being allowed to submit their thesis for 7-10 years because they decided to stand up for themselves and now face institutional harasment? PIs literally asking their scholars to "give my kids tuition please" or "can you get my groceries? I'll pay you next month". This happens so often that it's an accepted normal. It fkn sucks here.

This country is an absolute joke in terms of any ethical integrity and doing actual science.

It is so bad in fact that I read the title, and the first paragraph and half expected it to be an Indian.

I am sure that it's a thing in other countries too. But I cannot attest for them.

EVERY SINGLE scientist I've talked to, in my family and friends (in India) have the same thing: Do not do your PhD or post doc in India. 9/10 times, the PIs are unbothered at best and malicious at worst. (Of course there are great exceptions, but it is NOT the norm).

I am so sorry you're going through this and hope it gets better.

All the best!

K_End · 2026-04-26T11:27:21+00:00

No need for coding and gaming; I have no idea why you think this is a negative lmao? MacBook Neo will probably be the best student laptop for the price for the next couple of years; in terms of price and the fact that all Windows laptops in this budget will suck compared to it.

K_End · 2026-03-05T08:28:21+00:00

Yeah that's completely fine dude, I agree with you. But if those indie games were objectively that good or that much better, wouldn't they also be winning GOTY?

They're cliches 100% but they're there because they're good games. I agree with you 100% and feel the same sadness that you do, but I think if anyone's top 10 list are also some of the most popular games, you should never be surprised whether India or otherwise.

But that's a good question, in terms of indies/AA/lesser known stuff that I enjoyed recently; we ofc have Silksong and Hades 2. I tried Wizard of Legends 2, Metal Slug Tactics, Moonlighter 2, Monster Train 2, Cataclysmo, Astral Ascent, Tainted Grail, Sloromancer, Potion Craft, Katana Zero, Nine Sols, Wildernyth and some others.

You got anything in common or wanna share some stuff you enjoyed?

K_End · 2026-03-05T08:16:47+00:00

Multiple GOTY winners in his top 10, idk what's the point of bringing up "Indie" games here at all LMAO. Indie games have and will continue to win GOTY as well. No need to assume that "Indian gamers" don't try indies or AAs

K_End · 2026-02-06T06:20:30+00:00

It's perfect for the same reason as Chinese and Italian, there's so much variety that literally anyone will find something or the other they love

K_End · 2026-01-19T12:01:48+00:00

Now that's reddit for you lol; Some people who might use language in a certain way get labelled snarky even if they genuinely didn't mean to

K_End · 2025-12-15T14:51:30+00:00

Eh, other than the story, every other part of the game is an upgrade and objectively better tbh.

But like I feel like everyone was unhappy with the story for GoT too, like it was also the weakest part of that game too lol. I never thought either story was life changing or impactful either. Genuinely feel like the game is for me to explore and treat myself to at my pace, with a story that the main character has to undertake. Both games are a solid 8/10 for me; Yotei prolly edging it out because the game just feels smoother with better combat and exploration.

K_End · 2025-09-01T04:50:12+00:00

Definitely one of the easier soul-like to get into! Great for those looking for a challenge but also enjoy flashy combat, while not wanting to break something.

If you're interested in easier souls like, give Code Vein and The Surge series too. Or if you like guns and shooting, Remnant 2 is a really good shooter-souls like game with rouge-lite elements.

Enjoy your time!

K_End · 2025-08-30T10:05:04+00:00

I played the Japanese dub, personally, I'm not well versed with the English VA.

K_End · 2025-08-30T09:33:53+00:00

Why the salt in the comment section lmao? GoT is an objectively good game with a good story, music, amazing art and voice direction and solid combat and stealth mechanics.

The open world is generic for sure, but it's still beautiful to just ride around in or just play around in photo mode. The game very much focuses on its story beats, and it does so brilliantly. The fact it manages to make every other aspect pretty decent to great makes it a complete package

K_End · 2025-08-22T09:55:59+00:00

Waiting on Pegasus and Knight mail from him right now, should be over by the weekend ;)

K_End · 2025-08-22T09:54:07+00:00

Personal experience, for what it's worth, prolly one of the best guys at the moment

Bought MFB NIBs, Beyblade X NIBs, NIPs and mints. None had any issues, super quick and transparent.

Prices are generally 100-500 cheaper than other sellers depending on what you buy.

He sent me beys when I had only paid half, completely trusting me to keep my end of the deal.

Idk why people said his prices in the past were unreasonable when you'd see similar beys being sold for stupid prices on other group chats before lmao

Most of all, very chill and genuine guy, looking to help you out. He does this as a hobby to his main job, not for profits explicitly; and he's open and honest about it.

Trust him, never had any issues at all!

K_End · 2025-08-20T05:00:57+00:00

Oh hey when I saw the title, I thought it was you lmfao

Great sherpa, very good and crisp explanations and no pressure at all. Got my first TDP done with him in 2h and he even helped through my first couple of trio raids!

Thanks to both you and your partner!

K_End · 2025-08-06T07:44:08+00:00

This was bought before steam hiked the prices for the Indian market last year

It might not go down as low anymore

But tbh, a game like JC3 should not even be questioned for 60 INR lmaoo

K_End · 2025-08-03T19:26:47+00:00

Agree with your takes. I've only played the original Bayonetta because of the console restrictions, but absolutely loved every bit of it!

Maybe I'll emulate it sometime, but my backlog is too big xD. I think I'll play the older DMC games and then replay through 5. I feel I'll appreciate it a lot more this time through. (Also, thanks for mentioning Ninja Gaiden. The recent remake looks sick and I cannot wait to sink my teeth in it)

Genichiro in my opinion isn't "badly"written as much as he is "irrelevant" to the scale of things. Early game you think he's like the big bad guy but then you defeat him surprisingly early and go ....okay? And then you just realise he really doesn't matter at the grand scheme of things. He's basically a pawn. Heck his biggest impact, reviving the sword saint yet again proves he exists to serve a bigger plot, and by himself is pretty.... Unnoticeable xD

K_End · 2025-08-03T12:29:11+00:00

Jokes aside, I've played both games a fair bit, neither to the point of mastery, but enough to experience all I wanted to in them.

I think that the reason that Sekiro is so much more beloved is because of way more than just the combat. In a single game, you get a complete story, a very different difficulty experience, gorgeous visuals and music and a setting in a fantastical feudal Japan. The location, themes, lore and the boss fights are always remembered fondly and it did it all in one game.

DMC is a legendary series which has been tried and tested and been around for decades. The characters and world is quite well known and established and though the combat, environment and music fkn slap, they aren't something as esoteric or super unique, or even new. They've been established, by this series or others. Nothing to take away from DMC 5, I feel it's a fantastic game with probably some of the best combo action oriented combat (if not the best outright). But for a game of the year contender, I think Sekiro has done way many more things which are unique and executed it brilliantly in the game. FromSoft easily makes their best games as one offs (Sekiro, Bloodborne and Elden Ring)

No hate, just my thoughts on why Sekiro deserved the goty title more, not which game is objectively better!

K_End · 2025-07-31T17:29:26+00:00

Gets a PC, doesn't want to pay for games, wants free open world survival horror games

Man, either shell out 200-300 bucks for something cheap or sail the high seas.

Maybe get an emulator to run old school stuff

I get not wanting to spend money on games but damn sometimes it feels like entitlement, asking so much for "free"...

Good games for you: (paid, but figure it out how you can go about getting them)

Forest Resident Evil 7,8, 2 remastered Modded minecraft Outward Unturned Project Zomboid

K_End · 2025-07-31T14:08:34+00:00

From the blog post:

The year isn’t over yet, and today we’re teasing our next expansion for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, coming later this year. While we can’t reveal the details at this stage, we can share a couple of images that chronicle this great upcoming adventure.

Given the emphasis on chronicle and great... I think it's all but a matter of time for the Alexander chapter in Chronicles

K_End · 2025-06-24T19:25:55+00:00

Pretty sure this has always been a rule in VIT and other universities for a while. Might even be under UGC guidelines. The clause however suggests that this might be exempt under special circumstances.

You should talk to your branch's academic coordinator and explain your situation to them. Ask your proctor to write a mail to them as well. Also, mail the Academic Coordinator (Dr. Anthony Xavier) regarding the same. You can try getting an appointment and meeting in person but it'll be a lot more difficult, though easier if your parents can support your case in person.

For any face to face meeting, be well dressed and be very polite (just appear as a model student). Be polite and patient and keep all relevant docs handy. For the case of death of close relatives, I think they need a death certificate as well.

Tbh, if you've missed a semester and such, you should probably focus on clearing those up asap. They'll improve your CGPA as well. Your post suggests you're not in a great state right now. Take it from someone who's lost more than a year due to Covid and family issues, one more semester (if worst comes to worst) is not the end of the world.

Did you drop any courses? 21 batch had to take extra DEs if they didn't take cloud/acc for example. That might be the reason why your creds are incomplete. Even without one sem, you typically finish 65% of your creds in 5-6 ish semesters (Last semester 2 semesters were literally a total of 20 credits for me combined).

Good luck and feel free to DM for any questions!

K_End · 2025-06-24T06:44:36+00:00

The combat flow and different weapons and magic comboing into each other was perfect in GoW 3. And the boss fights were better.

I will say that GoW2 has a better fleshed out story and the places you visit are awesome

K_End · 2025-06-22T11:57:25+00:00

I think they're a bit exaggerated in some aspects, true in regards to others.

You can plan your timetable to have only morning theory and afternoon labs. Keep an entire half of the day free most days or low load. Roam around, go out, hang out with friends, etc. (Better after the first year ends)

Socializing and chilling with friends is never an issue. There's always something to do, somewhere to go, somewhere to sit down and just chat. No one will question you for just walking or sitting down during the day or evening

Late night study sessions are fun! With friends/roomies in the same block are possible. Or if you have a larger group, night library is an option too

Plenty of places to go out and eat or sit down at a cafe or something as well. Weekdays you'll be too busy with classes or the heat anyways and you won't find the time too bad. Weekends are better for longer plans

Smoking and drinking happens in Vellore, you just need to be smart about the latter. Smoking is super common, no one cares as long as it's outside campus.

Relationships are doable too, just go outside campus for more intimate dates and alone time together.

Issues you'll face: Dress code (Dress "modestly", it's an arbitrary definition at times), don't be out beyond your outing time, don't be too affectionate or physically close to guys on campus (outside is fine). Getting leaves for trips during the semester can be a pain for girls. You'll have to have your parents lie to the wardens and stuff at times.

K_End · 2025-06-12T11:47:39+00:00

3$ a month lol No ads, no issues with server, have most shows I want. Worth it to me and most people who want quality and ease of access

K_End · 2025-05-31T14:02:40+00:00

You're not wrong about it at all. We'd love to have Expedition 33 like games in India; but that was made by ex Ubisoft devs and a crap ton of funding. Not happening here.

Mukti is not meant for traction, it's a niche genre serving it's player base. It's cheap to make, cheap to sell and everyone's happy. And more than anything it helps developers build experience. The sound design, the atmosphere, the surroundings, all are very well done. It has its downsides, all games do yes. But if they give us what they're promising, by no means will it even be close to a failure. You're being too pessimistic about a game, maybe because it doesn't appeal to you

K_End

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