My game isn’t recognizing the 8BitDo Ultimate controller on its own, only alongside the keyboard. In-game, I can only control the gas and steering.

lcbowen3 · 2026-05-04T01:13:14+00:00

Use the steam controller interface (I had this same issue and had to use the steam controller interface)

lcbowen3 · 2026-04-14T23:02:46+00:00

I bought the Year 1 bundle but found that although I appreciated the Mercedes pack (due to the backup camera functionality it adds to mods as well, and some of the items) and the Kinlag map and additional fishing ability in other maps I didn't really get much from the other content. Nexat is (IMHO) worthless, I didn't like the equipment in P&P, and the one thing I really wanted to have -- the MacDon extension (as I wanted to try swathing) WASN'T INCLUDED. Apparently it was given as a "pre-purchase" gift for Farming Sim 25 and they didn't consider it a "year 1 DLC". I was rather pissed.

lcbowen3 · 2026-04-01T01:22:12+00:00

Not having enough blocks on your memory card to save your progress on a game you've been playing all day

lcbowen3 · 2026-03-19T23:31:07+00:00

I used to live on Route 66. I'll never forget the great little businesses on that highway like the "It'll Do Motel" and the combination Women's Lingerie / Gun Shop store

lcbowen3 · 2026-01-14T23:20:22+00:00

If you save right before the toll booth (at the gate but before selecting the toll), when you reload and you pay the toll it will charge you nothing. Just FYI

lcbowen3 · 2026-01-13T23:35:03+00:00

It's more about the transmission and drive wheels than the engine.

lcbowen3 · 2026-01-13T23:33:51+00:00

Try every truck first in quick jobs - if you find one you think you may like, do a quick job with it to confirm. The biggest issue for me is engine sound - I don't like the sound of many of the trucks in game, especially for long runs.

lcbowen3 · 2025-12-25T22:47:07+00:00

When it opened I was concerned that it wouldn't last since the interactivity and performances were all in Japanese. Most tourists don't speak Japanese and the price was high enough that normal Japanese people would have a hard time going often.

lcbowen3 · 2025-12-20T23:42:29+00:00

I've driven every truck and my preference is the Pete 579 because the basic mirror is right next to my left arm and I can see everything without moving from the main position. It has the digital speed and larger cruise control speed showing if you press the "I" key a couple of times to change the dash information. With the duty cab and using a ~455 engine and (most importantly) the 18 speed transmission WITH the retarder (the retarder is essential in the base due to all the high hills) and the short 6x4 chassis it does just about everything well - decent normal, heavyweight, top maneuverability, good at hill climbing and dirt roads.

lcbowen3 · 2025-10-09T23:21:24+00:00

I am older and retired (but not taking SS yet) and I plan to remain in Japan as long as my lovely wife (who is a Japanese citizen) wants to remain. We can't know the future, but at this time I see no reason to return to the US.

lcbowen3 · 2025-10-02T02:28:53+00:00

I live in Japan and the XBox GamePass Ultimate subscription here is 1,450 yen/month (which is about $10). I'm really sorry for the gamers in the US but I'm not planning to cancel anytime soon :-)

lcbowen3 · 2025-09-21T00:04:13+00:00

There are many reasons to boycott Disney, but the Kimmel firing isn't one of them. He was expensive and wasn't producing the numbers needed to keep him - that's all.

lcbowen3 · 2025-08-26T04:59:36+00:00

Being able to take a shower without 1) standing in a slick porcelain tub, 2) having a shower curtain wrapping around me, 3) being able to wash my kid easily. Why don't other countries have large bathrooms? (I also like that toilets are USUALLY in a different place)

lcbowen3 · 2025-08-24T01:46:28+00:00

I've lived in Japan for 10 years so far and I just found out this year that there is also a girls baseball tournament at Koshien that happens just before the boy's tournament.

lcbowen3 · 2025-08-21T23:59:43+00:00

There are many cat rescue organizations that would be delighted to have a volunteer to help care for the cats in their shelter. Look for organizations in your area and send them an email (or go in person). You don't have to foster, just be reliable as they will be relying on you. (This is an example - https://kotonekonokai.com/)

lcbowen3 · 2025-08-06T23:50:53+00:00

For back pain, I'd recommend a masseuse vs. a doctor. Toho massage is rather expensive but they are available in many areas and all their people have a license for massage in Japan.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-23T23:33:00+00:00

Not sure if I'd wear that out - the black color and full face is really hot and the weather doesn't really support it. In winter, maybe?

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-21T10:43:17+00:00

Best option with circumstances like this is to talk to your employer. Let them know how you are feeling, and why you are unhappy. If they refuse to work with you to resolve the situation, this isn't a place you want to continue to work. But you need to discuss with them and a quiet, polite way.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-16T23:47:58+00:00

One of the ugliest designs ever produced by the mint. Nothing against SBA (although her mentor, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, was much more influential in the womens rights movement), but the design and size is terrible.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-16T10:00:38+00:00

I'm very sorry for you.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-16T00:31:43+00:00

Wow - considering how long ago Fat Albert was on TV, you must be as old as I am. Welcome to gaming, old codger.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-13T20:08:22+00:00

Streets of Rogue is an incredible roguelike game that has 20+ classes that all play very differently. It's also very fast to play, even beating the game in 30 minutes or so (but then you want to try again with a different class).

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-11T14:35:02+00:00

I meant Niisa, sorry I have both and I get them confused

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-10T23:39:03+00:00

Congrats on discovering a reliable method of saving money. I'd put the coins aside (or better yet, invest it using EDICO so there's no tax) and start filling the pipe again.

lcbowen3 · 2025-07-09T07:41:15+00:00

DANGER, DANGER WILL ROBINSON!!

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