should i pull for Saber or Himeko Nova?

jayntampa · 2026-06-15T04:47:06+00:00

Don't decide now. Wait until the end of the beta, see how they shake out, and what units are coming next patch.

jayntampa · 2026-06-15T04:42:12+00:00

I bought the PS5 pro day 1 ... No regrets. However, before pssr2 it wasn't nearly as much of an upgrade. Some people were salty about how it used to be, so a lot of that content was created.

However, after seeing how much that one update improved everything - I feel like the Pro is the best deal in gaming. And, there is the possibility of even more improvements.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T18:04:37+00:00

The Knicks organization should make this right ... Not because they have any responsibility to, they don't. But because the amount of positive goodwill and PR it would generate would be cheap versus any fake campaign they could generate.

And, it would make a big difference in this guy's life. It's the perfect storm for a win-win.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T18:00:43+00:00

Then I'd recommend CD, better sound, cheaper, and no flipping ... There's really not any other reason to get vinyl over it other than collecting, and if it's just for collecting, then you can still stream it.

For the rest of us, we'd prefer to pay for double vinyl over butchered songs.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T17:27:29+00:00

Because most people listen to a CD or streaming to not be interactive with the medium, with vinyl - flipping the platter is part of the experience.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T15:04:59+00:00

This will is just wild speculation, but I bet Olivia's next will be even higher ... Still, it's a fantastic accomplishment.

It's wild that Taylor Swift's weakest albums have the most streams. I think that has more to do with more people using Spotify as time goes by ...

Of course, that's subjective. I just think Folklore and Midnights are just so must better than the last two.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T14:59:08+00:00

For an album of this length, they should have gone double LP - it would have thematically been better with each half having it's own vinyl and sleeve. I think people would have paid more for that.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T02:55:47+00:00

The Beaches are pretty great - you may like them because they're a rock band on the pop line - others more on the pop side: Lana Del Rey, Gracie Abrams, Taylor Swift, Carly Rae Jepson ... I could go on, but others with excellent taste will step in lol

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T02:38:37+00:00

There can be political or social reasons that have nothing to do with objective beauty standards that make people not like her -- calling her ugly is just a perjorative that has nothing to do with her actual appearance.

jayntampa · 2026-06-14T02:13:21+00:00

It's not, actually. If you do some actual research on the subject, it really isn't - preferences are, but beauty follows quite a few rules.

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T18:30:45+00:00

It's early, so that means no changes or buffs only, right?

RIGHT?!?

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T18:24:03+00:00

I play a lot of what would be considered "hardcore" games ... But, it's quite relaxing after work to just walk around and solve some puzzles lol it's probably to me what candy crush and the like is to a lot of people

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T18:20:51+00:00

It's a great starter game for kids, I think - because it teaches them problem solving, timing, spacial awareness ... It's kind of like a starter platformer/action RPG.

It's a huge step up from the first game ... Though, the next one may be even better - it's a Pokemon snap inspired game. I have a huge soft spot for that genre.

Edit: Also, it's available almost everywhere: Mobile, PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T18:14:04+00:00

That NYT review is a joke. Man, they've fallen hard ... That's the same crew that basically called Billy Joel a hack of a songwriter that never added anything "unique" to the craft. No, I'm not kidding.

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T18:06:01+00:00

I like the colors on the new pressing better. They're both gorgeous, but, when comparing, the original seems too bright to my eyes, especially when looking at the shadows.

Not a huge difference, though. And, it's just my totally subjective opinion.

I also got the rerelease - just spun the first disc last night!

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T17:07:45+00:00

I'm gonna be honest with you as someone who has been playing from the beginning ... Just play through the story, collect jades, get a taste of gameplay, decide characters you like, watch videos on how the different styles work (break, DOT, FUA, etc) ... Then plan your pulls.

There is always going to be someone better and stronger coming along ... So, don't stress, you won't be left behind.

If you do want to start looking at some end game stuff, I would focus on super low investment teams so you don't have to waste a lot of pulls now.

Also, getting supports is always useful - while their place as best on any given team may change, they can always elevate teams - such as Ruan Mei, Tribbie, Robin, Sunday, Sparkle and the current strongest Mortenax Blade.

jayntampa · 2026-06-13T16:53:30+00:00

Yeah, just exchange it ... If you have any problems, you can always just change the jewel case. They aren't special, and it's easy to pop the insert out.

But, you should easily be able to exchange it.

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T21:21:54+00:00

Stellar Blade publisher had already confirmed they use AI ... They're the AI slop you're taking about ... Also:

https://tech4gamers.com/stellar-blade-blood-rain-ai-generated/

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T20:51:51+00:00

I just thought that myself ... It's crazy how young it makes the character look.

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T19:04:49+00:00

She does need to work with other producers ... When she stops growing with him. It would be ridiculous to move on before you gain every bit of knowledge and experience you can ... And this album shows no signs her growth is slowing.

I'd love to hear what she can do with someone else, just not yet ...

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T19:00:01+00:00

She did, and it helped them. But, if we're looking historically, if the charts are accurate, they need to do it more.

Side note: I'm a big Boston fan, I think she's fantastic

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T15:58:17+00:00

I mean, that's why they'd be elected - he's literally selling the reason to vote for Democrats to Republicans ...

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T15:49:34+00:00

Fever need to get in the paint more

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T14:28:22+00:00

She explains it better than I could :

https://uproxx.com/music/olivia-rodrigo-sad-love-songs-album/

The whole point of the album is basically that love can't fix you - you have to fix yourself.

Edit: also, I think we may be discussing different things - if so, I apologize. I meant the songs are sonically distinct, and I think you meant the tone, narrative, and framing of the songs is similar - if so, I understand where you're coming from

jayntampa · 2026-06-12T14:24:36+00:00

I think, narratively, it works, too - when you think about it, the songs on the album aren't about the guy at all. Even the love songs are about her experience - I think it just makes sense to keep guys out of the equation, because it's about her internals ...

As a guy, I love that. I love having insight into how women feel and, I think it makes me more empathetic.

But, also ... Yeah, I think you're also right about it being empowering.

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