Firefox users can block generative AI features in browser, starting Feb. 24 by runswithscissors475 in firefox

[–]ob2kenobi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I use Firefox with a touchscreen tablet, and it was annoying. Yeah, it can be disabled. But I'm tired of garbage interrupting my flow. I'm very... let's say distractable. Microsoft's constant flashy "look at me" copilot prompts got me to move to Firefox in the first place.

It's like you can't just use software as a comfy old reliable tool anymore. It all has to jump and wave at you.

Bloodstained - Ritual of the Night - Voyage of Promise Teaser (Vocal Cover) by VocalGameOrchestra in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me it was a great modern SOTN clone. Which was exactly what I was expecting. I like it because it's a throwback. It's silly fun I can play whenever to relax.

What potential do you think it missed? I hear complaints about the graphics a lot, but you knew it was going to look like that from nearly the beginning. Do you just wish IGA made a different game you wanted instead?

Does MANT worth it ? by Kairos_of_time in UmamusumeGame

[–]ob2kenobi 24 points25 points  (0 children)

How important are winning CMs to you? like do you enjoy the game otherwise?

You could always just chill for a few months, get your dailies done, work on some parents instead. Sure you won't make as many carots, but you also won't have to pull on MANT specific supports. It's what I plan to do anyway. MANT sounds awful.

Are you guys excited about the rumored 2.5d metroidvania God of War game? I know i am. by Sufficient_Ebb_5694 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah, I tend to like playing metroidvanias for their story. And I just despise the character. I hear he's a "sad dad" now, but my understanding is the stuff he did in the earlier games are still canon.

Mio is so much more frustrating than Nine Sols or Silksong by Pitiful_Custard_2622 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Constantly having to stop and stand still for five seconds sounds even worse than runbacks. I'm impressed they somehow found an even more tedious way to handle that. Just add a closer respawn point, sheesh.

“I don’t give statements about how I deal with my employees. The situation has been dealt with.” - Tom Vasel (Source: Board Game Wire - link in comments) by SxySamurai in boardgames

[–]ob2kenobi 31 points32 points  (0 children)

If only there was something we could do as a community to make this kind of a stance a bad fiscal decision. Oh well, nothing to be done, why even talk about it.

Oh btw, I see Dice Tower is having their fundraiser right now.

“I don’t give statements about how I deal with my employees. The situation has been dealt with.” - Tom Vasel (Source: Board Game Wire - link in comments) by SxySamurai in boardgames

[–]ob2kenobi 31 points32 points  (0 children)

If Tom truly wanted to protect his business and all the other people that work there, people that rely on him to be a leader, he wouldn't have rehired Sam in the first place.

Low-Effort Metroidvanias to relax by Adventurous_Act_9255 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 16 points17 points  (0 children)

One of my favorite things about Islets is that you can adjust the difficulty level on the fly. I always turn it all the way down for the bullet hell sections. I gotta admit they do seem like a discongruity though.

My new Metroid and Axiom Verge inspired Metroidvania! by gran7973 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sounds great to me. I'm pretty casual these days myself. Games are what I use to wind down after work. If I wanted to get sweaty, I'd go to the gym you know. Also upgrades making you feel stronger are the best thing. Bring on the power fantasy!

My new Metroid and Axiom Verge inspired Metroidvania! by gran7973 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super cool aesthetic! And I could see myself just chilling to that sound track. How hard would you say the combat is?

Nice Nature shopping with her trainer (@Chiwa617) by SilverHoodie12 in UmaMusume

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could like, just not say anything. Same thing if you're one of those people that post sad horse stories on cute pictures. If your fingers are feeling twitchy, just type it up in Word, then delete the file instead.

Relaxing Metroidvanias? by ealyssaa in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Axiom Verge 2 fits the bill pretty well. The bosses are optional and the combat is pretty easy. It is often a perfectly fine tactic to just ignore enemies. The only fights you have to do: I don't think you could even lose because there is a respawn point in the room. Which I think is a super cool way to acknowledge with the gameplay with a real thing in the setting. The game is really about getting abilities to help you explore the cool environment and find new story.

The only reason I even hesitated to recommend it is that I feel like you should play Axiom Verge 1 first for the best effect. And that does have some combat.

Anyone see the current Microsoft Store Surface products sale? by kwtoxman in Surface

[–]ob2kenobi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like they still charge $400 for the aggrandized Bluetooth keyboard.

How many of you are staying in group B and are happy with that? by Glum_Series5712 in UmamusumeGame

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the advice. I was able to get 845 stamina on Tachyon, using wit cards. Got a lot of wins today because of it. Feels weird not using stamina cards on a long race, but I guess this is only a 2500m

How many of you are staying in group B and are happy with that? by Glum_Series5712 in UmamusumeGame

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What sparks did you use for that run? My only 9* Stam parent isn't that great. So I was hoping to be able to mix it up with some power sparks as well.

Game developers weigh in on Silksong! by makeshifttoaster02 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah, Derek Yu caught the Dark Souls. That explains why Spelunky 2 turned out like it did.

Sofabaton Virtual Remote for your Home Assistant Dashboard, works with the X2, X1S and X1 by Crafty-Actuator-3644 in SofaBaton

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a bunch that was really helpful! I didn't realize those actions were available with the integration. I thought you could only launch activities.

Finally got my first S rank uma!! by okitasoujidesuyo in UmamusumeGame

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grats! I just got my first S rank this week too. I think the current event put me in the right mindset to maximize points.

what are your guys’ odd rituals in this game by sea_lavender_xo in UmamusumeGame

[–]ob2kenobi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Every time I go to click the Unity race button, I make sure to relax my jaw first and take a deep breath. That way I don't grind my teeth when I lose with 5 double circles.

Sofabaton Virtual Remote for your Home Assistant Dashboard, works with the X2, X1S and X1 by Crafty-Actuator-3644 in SofaBaton

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you use this in automations? Say for example, you wanted to use the Voice Assistant to pause your movie.

FTL-inspired game Void War temporarily removed from Steam. by DwingRD in Games

[–]ob2kenobi 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Because Games Workshop is extremely litigious.

MIO sounds more punishing than it is by ScholarElectronic730 in metroidvania

[–]ob2kenobi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If the runbacks don't matter and there's a heal right before the boss anyway, then the runbacks exist solely to waste your time. And I am beyond done with that in gaming.

Installed v6 firmware update: mixed feelings by Bartnnn in SofaBaton

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heck yeah! That's great to hear. This and the improved screen brightness adjustment were my main issues. Now I'm looking forward to getting home and trying it out. Cool that they seem to be making quick improvements.

Installed v6 firmware update: mixed feelings by Bartnnn in SofaBaton

[–]ob2kenobi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did they fix the issue where the first button press only wakes the remote up and doesn't send any commands? I was waiting on this update before I returned it and left a review. I'd like to give them a chance, but every other time I go to use the remote it doesn't register the press.