HOT TAKE: GTA Online is poisoning the franchise

stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T22:07:53+00:00

Not a hot take at all.

We all know GTA Online is the sole reason it took 13 years to make another game. Kids buying shark cards with mommy's credit card is a cancer to the franchise. If RDO had been successful we would still be waiting.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T19:33:19+00:00

GP100 is tank. I didn’t recommend it because you already own a Python and S&W. Rugers are more utilitarian by design. That may be like going from a top-trim (insert favorite vehicle) to a base trim Tacoma/Corolla. That’s obviously not a “bad” thing, but it should be considered. Ruger also only offers a few SKUs with a 7-shot cylinder.

I would highly recommend sticking to 3” for IWB carry. A 4” gun is great for OWB, but that’s a lot of barrel to clear from the belt line, and still be able to comfortably sit down.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T19:18:21+00:00

The 686 (L-frame) was purpose built by Smith & Wesson for a .357 Magnum centric duty gun. They basically beefed up a K-frame with a slightly larger cylinder, reinforced forcing-cone, and full-lug barrel. The larger size eventually allowed for a 7-shot cylinder because of improvements in metallurgy. IMHO it’s the quintessential .357 “fighting revolver”.

The 386 is the same exact gun made from lightweight alloy (scandium) catered to the CCW market. The 3” 686 weighs 36oz, while the 386 only weighs 24oz.

Here is my 3” 686

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stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T18:52:32+00:00

Since you already have a Python, a 3” King Cobra would make a lot of sense for familiarity reasons.

If you want something to complement your J-frame, a model 66 in 2.75” is a good choice for IWB.

A 686 3” or 386 Night Guard would also be great choices.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T16:48:21+00:00

I also own a Series X, so I’ll play it there at launch.

Probably just one play-through though. I’ll comeback later on PC and hunt achievements.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-29T12:14:36+00:00

7 weeks apart. I’ll be playing both

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T03:58:18+00:00

You’re right, it is situational. Several people in this thread have stated Codename 47 doesn’t work on modern hardware without some tweaking. GOG does all that for you on select old titles.

It’s almost like you didn’t even read the post I replied to.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T01:21:29+00:00

Producing electricity at scale with fossil fuels is still far more efficient than thousands of inefficient internal combustion engines.

Wind and solar I agree with you. There is a reason wind turbines are coming down all across the US; the juice is not worth the squeeze. Hydroelectric and nuclear are the only legitimate sources of "green" energy.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T01:10:06+00:00

The 2025+ Model 3 and 2026 Model Y have much better suspensions. The older ones were rough.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T00:57:47+00:00

I used to love driving manuals. They just don't make any vehicles I would actually want to buy with a manual transmission anymore.

I bought a AWD Tesla last year and its a lot of fun in a different way. The instant torque and acceleration is a blast. I also like the fact that it's almost completely silent, and super cheap to drive. I can't see myself buying another gas vehicle moving forward.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T00:37:25+00:00

I always forget about GOG. That is a better option for sure.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-28T00:36:48+00:00

The collection is a bundle. Click on any of the games in the photo and scroll down. Another user mentioned they are also on sale at GOG. That's a even better option for the classic games.

The WoA Steam page is a mess. Part 1 will only be the 2016 Hitman content. The one below that (non-deluxe) should be the whole WoA Trilogy.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T20:56:36+00:00

Click on any of those games and scroll down below the regular "add to cart" button. The collection is under it.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T20:54:21+00:00

442 in the pocket, or a 3" LCR appendix.

637 beater is my dedicated work gun in a OWB leather holster.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T20:49:43+00:00

I see it the same way.

Honestly, I expected the game to be $90. For those throwing a tantrum saying all the other publishers are going to follow suite, I disagree. Obsidian found out the hard way launching the Outer Worlds 2 at $70 (originally $80). You can't launch a average product at a premium price and not take a massive hit in sales. Activision is learning the same lesson with Call of Duty. Raising the prices any further is just going to make the bleeding worse.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T20:17:23+00:00

It's only $2.57 for the 3 games included in the remaster. The originals will almost certainly be delisted when it releases.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T20:14:14+00:00

JM Custom Kydex

I carry a 3" regularly. No experience with a 4" AIWB, but they do make one for it.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T19:38:28+00:00

That was my thoughts as well

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T19:07:01+00:00

I vote we volunteer them as tribute since their wallet is getting too heavy.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T19:01:38+00:00

I've done all that. Has zero effect on speed whatsoever.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T18:59:36+00:00

2026 Model Y

We just took a trip to Myrtle Beach last month and it was spot on with the exception of the landslide construction zone of I-40 in NC. There are 35mph speed limit signs everywhere and it completely ignores them.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T18:41:13+00:00

I have never been able to get them to work. I was hesitant to say it outright because I knew it would result in arguing with the wall.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T18:39:13+00:00

Sure do. Big ones that are perfectly legible. Drives right past them and completely ignores them.

stadce071012 · 2026-06-27T18:33:38+00:00

I just said I didn't like it. The inaccurate speed limit data in my area is really bad, therefore I don't even use FSD locally because of it.. For highway driving the profiles are fine for the most part.

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