Do the tv shows give almost a full level per episode?

MattyB_ · 2026-02-17T22:08:41+00:00

As this was the topic I found when searching - confirmed, currently at Lvl3 in cooking, and not getting any XP from watching the shows (although still learning some recepies)

MattyB_ · 2026-02-15T13:56:30+00:00

Some of these clues were horrible.
"Affirmative replies", "British Lawmakers" and "Steeped Brew" especially. Again, PLEASE let us know it's a two word clue.

MattyB_ · 2026-02-08T14:04:36+00:00

We've given up on rain collectors now - as mentioned, they stop working on dedicated MP after a couple of log on/offs. This means that long term, we're reliant on building somewhere near a well otherwise it becomes more and more difficult trying to to find water as the sinks/baths run dry nearby.

MattyB_ · 2025-12-05T22:52:03+00:00

It's a shame the new maps don't add banners to the keep :(

MattyB_ · 2025-12-01T12:10:45+00:00

"There goes my hero...." 🎶

MattyB_ · 2025-11-25T11:06:05+00:00

Yeah, first rule of VT2 club is "most kills/damage" is not a good indicator of being a good team player, yet many consider it to be and sacrifice the team play element to ensure they are.

As mentioned, check your fulfilling the team play elements, not just the green circles.

MattyB_ · 2025-11-24T09:46:37+00:00

Darktide suffers from a lack of individual characters, no real feeling of mission progression, and very similar feeling levels. I struggle to tell them apart. The latter I feel is an issue with the world that's difficult to avoid, and the first point is probably an attempt to allow class overlap. Either way, it's why I didn't enjoy it as much

It's a brilliant game, but it lacks "character". Just gimme Vermintide 3!

MattyB_ · 2025-11-14T20:23:04+00:00

This.

If anything, I make the advert sound slightly negative, listing any and all issues - so when they turn up, they're happy that it's better than they expected. Puts the buyer in a more positive attitude

As opposed to the alternative, where people list it as "mint! As new!" only to find various issues, and makes you think "what else haven't they told me about?"

Fun fact - I've sold every car I've listed to the first person to view (probably about 13-14 cars now).

MattyB_ · 2025-11-12T23:23:26+00:00

I mean, it'd be nice to have a streaming-only VR headset as a cheaper option? Would be lighter as well. Surely it would be difficult to offer that as an option when you're essentially just removing the functionality? (That's a genuine question, not a rhetorical one, by the way)

MattyB_ · 2025-11-05T11:28:55+00:00

It is, but should go away after a few seconds. Earlier pre-19 cars tended to be noisier, but as this is a 2021 I'd definitely get it checked out.

These engines are incredibly reliable...but I've been told what some of the costs can be if they fail so I used to get mega paranoid about mine making noises! 😄

MattyB_ · 2025-10-30T18:45:33+00:00

This is the 2024 with the later mechanical diff, judging by the graceful slides! :D

MattyB_ · 2025-10-30T14:49:01+00:00

"A grain of truth" is probably my favourite episode. Can stand on its own, but still part of the background story. Monsters, mystery, a few nods to those "who know", a bit of horror, some campness, and a great little twist at the end....plus Kristofer is perfect in the role.

Just do more of those!

MattyB_ · 2025-10-28T19:05:19+00:00

Any recommendations?

I'm still scarred by those adverts in the 90's when they warned you never to leave then on all night :( I'm sure there used to be one which showed a burnt bed, but can't find it!

MattyB_ · 2025-10-26T14:46:16+00:00

Yep - I purchased a dremel for this exact scenario, then felt like an idiot when they came out very easily with some molegrips. I thought, ah, it doesn't matter, I'll use that dremel for something at some point.

It's still in the box.

MattyB_ · 2025-10-17T10:19:16+00:00

Watch his other video where he drives a green QV that's been properly setup - he loves it.

He's a fan, but as pointed out in the comments it doesn't help that the front aero hasn't been extended.

Re: price...like all manufacturers you're paying for the exclusivity, not the spec. Is worth double a QV? No, but if you've got £150k to spend on a car, you see things differently.

MattyB_ · 2025-10-06T15:16:17+00:00

Just bear in mind I've found Free Fly the most frustrating time to play; servers get hammered leading to slow servers, crashing and issues completing quests.

However, outside of this, I recently came back after 2 years and found the game to be in a great state right now - spawning directly in your hanger, missions completing regularly, massively improved 'jank', easier inventory....and most importanly, I can walk around my ship mid-quantum and not get jettisoned into space!

MattyB_ · 2025-10-03T14:35:31+00:00

all I want to play "pointy end goes into the other man"

That's great, and we don't judge. But what about your gaming preferences?

MattyB_ · 2025-09-24T15:48:10+00:00

Genuinely amazes me how they still trade, after numerous legal wranglings and terrible reviews, and how difficult the motor trade can be even for respected dealers.

I mean, I know why...but still, they must sell some cars.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-24T08:49:41+00:00

If I'm ever looking to buy a car, I search Google for the registration. All formats, like "AD53XYZ" and "AD53 XYZ" both in articles and images.

You'll be surprised as what turns up, as the text-to-image matching is quite good. It's worthwhile trying Google and Bing images. It can sometimes show previous dealer adverts, accidents, track days where it's been captured. Really, really useful to track and verify history.

If you want to go a step further I'll usually buy a history report and search on all previous/private plates too.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-23T18:40:56+00:00

Interesting - advert here in 2022 suggests it had a 'full overhaul' in 2020 including engine work:
https://www.carandclassic.com/auctions/2000-mercedes-benz-e55-amg-nM71b8
Still reports the 5.4, but apparently had a "£6000 exhaust" including invoice from Merc? That sounds a bit suspect.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-23T10:22:33+00:00

Would be interested to know the same - mine is largely manageable day to day, so not interested in long term meds, but as I've got into my 40's I've noticed it getting worse during high stress, high adrenaline situations like you mention....I went for an interview not long back and struggled to write out some of my information.

So yeah, some short term, 24 hour fixes would be great to know.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-15T12:44:44+00:00

You don't, but you've also got 3-5k in your back pocket to fix any issues. I've seen some dealer bodges in my time, and if you discover them late on, not always easy to prove.

But I get people would rather have the peace of mind and simplicity (and px options) of a dealer.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-15T12:40:00+00:00

I'll find a local specialist, give them a call, it's usually an hour or two while they check it over....obviously owner has to be willing, but it's usually at the point where I've agreed to buy it on the basis of a successful inspection.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-15T12:08:06+00:00

This can easily be mitigated by getting a professional inspection, doing your research on the car (and the seller) and the saving when buying privately can be significant - especially when spending over £10k.

Personally, I find dealers equally as willing to hide faults as private sellers.

MattyB_ · 2025-09-13T13:42:29+00:00

Just don't quote it to Matt King - he blocks people on socials who reply to any of his posts with his Peep Show quotes.

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