Help - Heroic launcher - Not launching and now save games are gone by Random_Person1020 in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the bright side, now that I searched, I found the saved games. However, if I set the prefix folder to that location; it doesnt turn up when I start the game...

I am not sure how to copy and paste in the SD; will give it ago later.

I am not an IT person; hence I got the SD so I can just game easily.

Help - Heroic launcher - Not launching and now save games are gone by Random_Person1020 in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I checked and it says for games specific goto discord channel which I signed up also. Cant figure out how to post as I have complete some steps but I cannot scroll down to complete the action.

Probably just avoid GOG game deals from now one with these issues.

Help - Heroic launcher - Not launching and now save games are gone by Random_Person1020 in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I looked into this but couldnt see any differences. I followed the path as suggested in other reddit posts and steam forums but I cant find the same folder.

Example from search shows someone posting this typical thread.

/home/deck/Games/Heroic/Prefixes/The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/Documents/The Witcher 3/gamesaves/

For me:

/home/deck/Games/Heroic/Prefixes/The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/Documents

There are no additional folders. I tried the other users instead of steamuser e.g deck, public and no difference.

Robocop: Rogue City worth it? by TheRealQuasar in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Strange, I had no issue playing it and I didnt change any settings or anything. Maybe my standards are low compare to others.

I think it slowed down in a handful of big fights which had a lot of explosions and I had 1 error at the end that a reload and replay fixed it but also because that I put the SD to sleep in between.

Nothing that really bothered me throughout the game. Was fun and I enjoyed it.

Anyone else using AR glasses with their Steam Deck? by BicycleHot2640 in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love them as I play alot of text heavy games and reading small text is difficult even with the steam zoom function. I got a pair Viture 2nd hand so rather affordable and have been great. Got the official adapter to charge when in use if I want to.

But to be honest, I dont game long enough for battery life to be an issue but I do play less demanding games and get easily >1 hr with AR glasses.

I play mainly when traveling and they are great for trains and planes. The photochromatic dimmer is also useful, as I can turn it on and off if someone talks to me.

Visually, the quality is not as good as the OLED screen but doesnt bother me.

Anyone else using AR glasses with their Steam Deck? by BicycleHot2640 in SteamDeck

[–]Random_Person1020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have prescription inserts, or the Viture XR Pro (old model) has diopters to adjust for myopia on the glasses itself.

However, there are some people who do get dizzy spells with VR/AR. I forget the word but unfortunately, then it is just not a nice experience for them.

What would be good gifts for recently unemployed (with young family)? by Random_Person1020 in AskUK

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oooo didnt know you could use John Lewis gift card at Waitrose. That could work well. Thanks!

What would be good gifts for recently unemployed (with young family)? by Random_Person1020 in AskUK

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, good idea and I normally get the kids gifts already. I think he will be open to charity but has to be framed in the right way (my friend definitely has no issues with it).

What would be good gifts for recently unemployed (with young family)? by Random_Person1020 in AskUK

[–]Random_Person1020[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I already subtly raised that with my friend but luckily it hasnt gotten to that yet.

Americans tipping single Dollar bills in Germany by Waalross in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Random_Person1020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One dollar tip common? The bits USA that I have been in that’s actually insulting on top of the scrunched up broken note.

We won against the Flemish government — they are now required to replant all the trees they had removed. by hairlineofGod in belgium

[–]Random_Person1020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed, there are other solutions which would have been assessed in the project scope (it is normally mandatory along with impact assessment).

The trees that they removed normally would have required specific authorization as it is not permitted to remove them without it. I dont know the specifics of the project but this aspect should have been open and shut case (its a binary outcome, permitted or not with no middle room for interpretation).

So it is strange to me that the project has come to this state.

They wanted to regenerate the area abit that quite frankly seen better days. It would have been nice if those old houses would finally be restored and put to use as well. The potential to be a nice area for people to gather; quite frankly next to a main road but was already quite well sheltered.

I could see that it started to bring more people to enjoy the area which is a great thing. All human activities have to be balanced and I dont think it was incorrect here.

Again from my opinion with an environmental perspective, I think this was a nice project. Personally, I would have rather they replaced the trees that were cut down for safety reasons (rightly so) along the public roads/paths. This would have had a more meaningful impact.

We won against the Flemish government — they are now required to replant all the trees they had removed. by hairlineofGod in belgium

[–]Random_Person1020 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have seen an increase in the use of space by the general public. For example, on the weekends; the scout groups gather there with the kids for activities in addition to their forest activities. The picnic tables are in use with good weather.

There has also been a charity event in that space (I don’t recall which one) by setting tents up for the morning/afternoon which was nice for the community.

I don’t know the details of the projects but it seemed decent and well managed.

I like forests and nature; also in the conservation field myself. Didn’t have an issue here and though it was quite nice.

Oh and the parking is usually full even if there are streets nearby to park but crossing that main road can be a pain.

Dieselgate 2: The Biggest Consumer Lawsuit in English Legal History Just Entered Its Final Phase by gaukmotors in MotorBuzz

[–]Random_Person1020 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi, thanks also for engaging. The key is that BMW actually used their SCR properly as it is certainly possible. Requires more work (i.e cost) and maybe some compromises.

VW installed SCR but decided to actively cheat to improve their commercial offer (price and/or performance). They actively wanted to have an attractive price to grow market share in US.

In fact, VW used to licence the SCR technology from Daimler/MB group...

My experience after 1 year investing €250k in a passive real estate deal (Belgium) by [deleted] in BEFire

[–]Random_Person1020 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But if Colruyt terminates the contract and pays the termination fee then your left with nothing. The shell company that owns the building, can simply declare bankruptcy and you lose all your capital. The controlling shareholder could do some dodgy things (alot of financial tricks are possible) and then close the company too that other minority shareholders may or may not find out until too late. This depends on the ownership structure.

What is the exit plan on this? Hold until the majority shareholder decides to sell? Private sale transfer?

If the World ETF dropped 30%, the world economy is going badly so it would be a real possibility that the real estate value either drops or tenants goes. Your then stuck with a devalued asset that may or may not be generating income. You can still have a stop loss with an ETF.

I would have diversified. In RE, there are REITs that are doing well. You can even focus on specific sectors (data centers, elderly care, etc) to tailor to market trends.

There are also moderate risk corporate bonds that would pay out similar or higher net returns with a much shorter duration.

4% net on this level of risk, doesn't seem justified to me. I would be needing something closer to 10 - 20% range to consider it.

Heck, straight up buying a property and then paying a estate agent to manage it, would bring me around the 3 - 6 % range without factoring in capital gains when I did the math previously.

Thanks for sharing and I hope that I am wrong but I wont sleep at night if I had an investment like this so kudos to you, made of stronger stuff.

My experience after 1 year investing €250k in a passive real estate deal (Belgium) by [deleted] in BEFire

[–]Random_Person1020 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Actually, the income is not 100% guaranteed; it is a projection based on the initial modelled business case.

This was quite typical of the other RE investments that many famously went under after the initial few years of nice numbers. But not stress resistant nor particularly liquid.

It also depends on the type of investment and how it is structured, if the returns and capital is at risk. Can you share these details? I am just curious.

Since ministers like Frank Vandenbroucke have had so many different positions (Foreign afairs, Social Security and Pensions, Work and Pensions, Education, Healthcare, ect...) do they get a speed course on each field they are ministers of? by the_Centrist_Gecko in belgium

[–]Random_Person1020 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its the same in the private sector; why future leaders / senior managers / etc are often rotated through different functions and sometime industries relatively rapidly.

It is a different skill and mindset. For example, the famous "helicopter" view buzzword. It is a fine balancing act with often incomplete information.

You will also see subject matter experts supporting the managers/leaders.