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  1. Ramar

    Elden Ring - From Software + George RR Martin

    I've been playing the PS4 version on a PS5 since my PC is roughly equivalent to yours (GTX 1070), but I'll probably end up double dipping and buying the PC version once the mods are mature. Elden Ring is probably my all-time favorite game at this point, so I don't mind giving them more money.
  2. Ramar

    Elden Ring - From Software + George RR Martin

    If you care about the frame rate/pacing, playing the digital PS4 (Pro) version on a PS5 via backwards compatibility is one of the best ways to play the game currently. If you're able to snag a PS5, that might be worth considering. However, you wouldn't have access to mods, so that's a definite...
  3. Ramar

    Elden Ring - From Software + George RR Martin

    I know of at least one hidden dungeon that I was only able to locate by noticing an out of place enemy type and spooky noises/screams coming from the environment. Finding stuff like that is incredible, and I wouldn't want them ruin it for any reason.
  4. Ramar

    Forza Horizon 5

    This might not help, but there's one "road" that's basically a tiny parking lot just south of the Baja Expedition marker. There are a few others that are pretty much driveways leading to experience boards. I was able to get all of the roads, but those are really easy to miss.
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    Forza Horizon 5

    If you're still having issues with the Modern Sport championship, try using an Audi TT. I was having the same issue, and that car made it significantly easier.
  6. Ramar

    Routers & Other Networking Stuff

    I wouldn't recommend doing that if your gear produces any heat. It wouldn't look as nice, but you'd probably be better off hanging a backboard to mount your equipment.
  7. Ramar

    Mutual Funds

    Mutual funds can be fine. Vanguard has a patent where some of their ETFs/mutual funds are essentially the same thing in regards to realized gains and taxes. There are a few other potential benefits like fractional shares and automatic investing that can be good for the average investor...
  8. Ramar

    Playstation 5

    I got the delay email, but FedEx still shows it scheduled for delivery tomorrow (no status updates on the Walmart website).
  9. Ramar

    Playstation 5

    If you preordered from Walmart, you can sign up for a FedEx account and see any labels that were printed for your address; the labels should be generated by "Solutions2 Go" and weigh around 15lbs. This should give you some indication of what's going on since Walmart's website is shit. My PS5...
  10. Ramar

    Playstation 5

    I think my order actually went through... It originally said "out of stock" at checkout, but I tried again for the hell of it.
  11. Ramar

    Playstation 5

    Instantly out of stock...
  12. Ramar

    IT/Software career thread: Invert binary trees for dollars.

    The single mode fiber bent at a 45 degree angle is a nice touch...
  13. Ramar

    Path of Exile

    I followed a suggestion I found on Reddit and completely reinstalled the game. That fixed all of my issues.
  14. Ramar

    IT/Software career thread: Invert binary trees for dollars.

    I was in the Army (25S/25N) and then transferred to the Air National Guard (3D0X2). I can't speak for the quality of the training the Air Force provides to junior enlisted (I got a waiver for tech school), but it can't be worse than the Army: an eight month PowerPoint presentation over archaic...
  15. Ramar

    Desktop Computers

    I had a few Nvidia GPUs die due heating/cooling stress back in the 2008-2010 timeframe. There was a class action lawsuit, but my GPU/laptop wasn't included in the class. I think the Xbox 360 RROD was a similar situation, but it could've been prevented by better cooling/mounting hardware.
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    IT/Software career thread: Invert binary trees for dollars.

    Two weeks isn't enough time to thoroughly learn the material for CCNA R&S unless you've done a lot of independent study or already work in a Cisco shop. Years ago when I was still in the Army, I did a six week course that covered the entire NetAcad curriculum, and more than half the class failed...
  17. Ramar

    VR Gaming - Oculus Rift, Playstation VR, HTC Vive

    I imagine they'll keep the rendering resolution the same and just upscale the output at the HMD. I hope so anyway... Like you said, most gaming graphics cards won't be able to render that resolution natively at 90fps without frame reprojection or some other trickery that hinders the experience.
  18. Ramar

    Nintendo Switch (previously NX)

    Yep, my Switch lasted roughly five hours playing Stardew Valley while traveling for work.
  19. Ramar

    The Big Bad Console Thread - Sway your Station with an Xboner !

    VR is definitely not for everyone, at least not at this point. I've had a Vive since release, and I can play it non-stop for hours without any negative effects (even modded games not originally meant for VR that don't use teleportation for movement). However, my girlfriend instantly experiences...
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    The Big Bad Console Thread - Sway your Station with an Xboner !

    I'm over paying a sub for multiplayer. I ended up canceling my Destiny 2 preorder because I'd have to re-up my PS+ subscription... it's just not worth it anymore.
  21. Ramar

    Virtual Reality

    I bought one of these when they finally became available on Amazon. Another $100 purchase is a bit difficult to swallow, but it does make a big difference in comfort/convenience. Before I upgraded the firmware on every component of the Vive, I'd have to spend about 15 minutes troubleshooting it...
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    The Big Bad Console Thread - Sway your Station with an Xboner !

    Best Buy has console trade-ins as well. They've done promotions where you receive double trade-in value, but I have no idea how often that occurs anymore.
  23. Ramar

    Pokemans and how to catch them with your phone - friend codes in OP

    I've found that if you're constantly getting the spinning icon you can click a nearby gym to resync your client. It'll take a second to load, then back out and it should start counting your progress again. I started doing this during my walks, and it has significantly reduced the number of...
  24. Ramar

    GoT - Is Over, Post Your Drogon Sightings

    It's also implied that she pushed her friend Melara Hetherspoon into a well after hearing Maggy the Frog's prophecy. A pre-teen silencing a friend by murdering her... totally not a villain.
  25. Ramar

    Virtual Reality

    You might want to measure your interpupillary distance and adjust your lenses accordingly (grayish knob on the front/right of the headset when worn). It's pretty easy to do: just hold a ruler up to your eyes while looking at a mirror and measure the distance between the center of your pupils in...
  26. Ramar

    Virtual Reality

    Try offsetting the bottom portion of the foam insert. It greatly increases the sweet spot, and made a pretty big difference for me. https://www.reddit.com/r/Vive/commen..._fov_increase/
  27. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    I just ran a twister build with oddball ancients everywhere else. I wouldn't hold out for ancient weapons; it's fairly easy to be honest.
  28. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    I didn't like DMO AO when I tried it. Seemed excruciatingly slow compared to twisters. For a twister build, I like playing with Crown of the Primus in the cube vs. Ancient Parthan Defenders that most people use; big crowd control, dps, and mitigation boost. Ranslor's Folly helps quite a bit too.
  29. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    Everyone switched to Arcane Torrent because it apparently has a much better proc coefficient than Disintegrate. The build is resource bound at the high end (even solo), so the additional Magic Weapon: Conduit and arcane power on crit procs become significant.
  30. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    Only a handful of people in the clan are even playing and affected by the "short" season. I welcome a faster patch/season cycle.
  31. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    It's really not. A well rolled ancient Arcane Barb is arguably better than even an ancient Krider, and it's a hell of a lot easier to get.
  32. Ramar

    Torrents

    Looking to get an IPTorrents invite (will PM my email address).
  33. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    + sentry damage on shoulders/chest/rucksack. Multi-shot is more damage than cluster arrow, so I would enchant that on boots/helm (6% crit is priority on helm though). A good unbound bolt or arcane barb will out damage your nat slayer (1 hand xbows are only really viable at the 4.15 break point).
  34. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    I easily get more legendary items farming greater rifts (30+). Usually get anywhere from 2-5 per run (definitely get a lot more shards too).
  35. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    You should try to roll 10% CDR on that; IAS is worthless for WoH builds.
  36. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    Is the game getting DDOS'd again? Got booted and can't log in.
  37. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    Reroll the socket to cool down reduction whenever you get the gift. That is seriously the best Woh I've ever seen.
  38. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    I'll power level your crusader if you'll do the same for me (Ramar#1733)
  39. Ramar

    Diablo 3 - Reaper of Souls

    Two +1 mirrorballs... such bullshit. I don't even know why they exist; devs must just enjoy trolling people.