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Grand Theft Auto VI Car Guide: New Rides And Returning Classics

Late on within the trailer, the sport’s protagonists look like dashing away in a Sabre Turbo, which is the collection’ quintessential muscle automotive mashup. Overall, the automobile is closely influenced by the Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 — however it takes lots from different basic muscle automobiles. If you look carefully there are touches of Chevrolet Cheville, Buick Skylark, and Shelby Mustang current. The paint job is fairly basic too. A black vinyl roof and a central stripe complement the purple base layer completely. Expect to see blue and white, black and white, and presumably black and inexperienced if Rockstar decides to stay to what we have seen in actual life and with earlier renditions of the Sabre Turbo.

The Sabre Turbo has beforehand featured in “GTA V” and “GTA: Online,” whereas its predecessor the “Sabre” has appeared in 3D universe titles like “Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.” In phrases of efficiency, it is a rear-wheel drive muscle automotive so count on loads of straight-line velocity and a few points if you must sort out a good nook.

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Sony Pictures Core Movie Streaming Service Is The Latest Perk For Some PS Plus Members

Sony Pictures Core is a new movie streaming service that offers early access windows for some Sony Pictures movies. Currently, one of the movies available to stream is “Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story.” This service is currently available in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia, with plans to expand to the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Japan in the near future. As an added bonus, anyone who purchases the movie through Sony Pictures Core will receive a voucher code for extra in-game points to use in the game “Gran Turismo 7” for both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

For subscribers of PlayStation Plus Premium, the rotating bundle library of movies is one of the perks included in the plan. In the United States, the subscription costs $17.99 per month for month-to-month billing, $15.66 per month if billed quarterly, $49.99 every three months, or $13.33 per month if billed annually at $159.99.

In addition to the basic perks of PlayStation Plus Essential, such as monthly downloadable games, discounts, cloud storage for saved games, and online multiplayer access, Premium offers a subscription library of games. This includes a downloadable catalog of hundreds of PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 games, a streaming library of PlayStation 3 games, and a collection of PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation Portable games available for both download and streaming. Additionally, there are time-limited trials of various games available.

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Valve Reduces Price of Steam Deck in Celebration of Steam’s 20th Anniversary

As of now, Valve’s online store shows that the estimated delivery time for Steam Deck orders is between seven and fourteen days. Shipping is already included in the purchase price, and for customers in the United States and Canada, Federal Express will handle the deliveries from a warehouse in Carol Stream, Illinois. Customers in the United Kingdom and European Union will have their orders shipped by either DHL or GLS from a warehouse in Waalwijk, the Netherlands.

In terms of specifications, the Steam Deck is equipped with an AMD APU that consists of a Zen 2 CPU, featuring four cores and eight threads. The CPU operates at a frequency range of 2.4GHz to 3.5GHz, delivering up to 448 GFlops FP32. Additionally, it includes a Van Gogh GPU running at 1.0GHz to 1.6GHz. The system also offers 16GB of RAM, which is shared between the GPU and the system itself. The storage capacity varies depending on the model, with the 64GB model having PCIe Gen 2 x1 storage, while the other models come with either PCIe Gen 3 x4 or PCIe Gen 3 x2 storage.

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Lenovo Legion Glasses Skip AR In Favor Of Portable Big Screen Gaming

The Legion Glasses essentially replicate the experience of a large screen hidden behind a pair of lenses, and despite the Legion branding, they aren’t targeted at hardcore gamers. The pitfall here is that the screen refresh rate is locked to 60Hz. Lenovo appears to have made a conscious choice here, as the Legion Go itself won’t be able to crack past the 60fps mark while playing the current wave of demanding AAA titles.

Another consideration here is that the Legion Glasses are also targeted at content consumption. You don’t really need a 90Hz or a higher refresh rate screen to enjoy a movie on Netflix or a YouTube video — 60fps videos are plenty smooth, and anything above it just seems overkill. However, if you had dreams of plugging in the glasses with a high-end gaming PC, 60fps is where you hit the peak.

Lenovo Legion GlassesChris Burns/SlashGear

Lenovo is banking more on the plug-and-play appeal of the Legion Glasses as a “portable, private, large screen viewing experience” and not necessarily shattering any visual quality or performance benchmarks. To ensure maximum comfort for everyone, Lenovo has left the doors open for prescription lens inserts. The box comes with a prescription lens frame, carrying case, adjustable nose pads, cleaning cloth, and an anti-slip adapter. As for the hit on buyers’ wallets, the Legion Glasses will be up for grabs at $329 and arrive in October.

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Razer Kishi V2 Pro Controller For Android Arrives With Xbox Variant

Razer has introduced the Kishi V2 Pro Controller for Android, which comes with an Xbox variant. The controller boasts universal compatibility for phones of all sizes, thanks to its extendable bridge feature. It also includes passthrough charging and a 3.5mm headphone jack, which makes sense considering its connection to the phone is through the USB or Lightning port.

The Xbox Edition version of the controller is specifically designed for subscribers of Xbox Game Pass. This is because Microsoft’s cloud-based game streaming platform enables users to play major titles on less capable devices, like smartphones.

Prior to this release, the Pro version of the Kishi controller was only available with the Razer Edge, which is the company’s handheld gaming console similar to the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch.

The Android version of the Xbox Edition controller is priced at $149.99, while the iPhone version is listed at $119.99. The non-Xbox version of the Pro controller for Android, which does not feature the Xbox button, is $20 cheaper.

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10 Strangest PlayStation Controllers We’ve Ever Seen

In every “Resident Evil” game, there is a mascot monster. “Resident Evil 3: Nemesis” features the titular Nemesis, while “Resident Evil 2” has both Mr. X and G-Birkin. As for “Resident Evil 4,” the face of the game is the masked Dr. Salvador and his deadly chainsaw. So, why not use his weapons against other enemies?

When Capcom released “Resident Evil 4,” they collaborated with NubyTech to create a chainsaw-shaped controller. However, this peripheral was more focused on its design rather than its functionality. The controller does technically work, but its buttons are placed in uncomfortable positions. Additionally, the blood spatters on the controller are randomly applied, making each chainsaw controller unique.

Since “Resident Evil 4” was initially developed for the Nintendo Gamecube, the chainsaw controller was made for that console. When Capcom later ported the game to PlayStation 2, they also created a PS2-compatible chainsaw. This PS2 variant features the appropriate buttons and a red paint job. Interestingly, while the PS2 version of “Resident Evil 4” has lesser graphics compared to the Gamecube original, its chainsaw controller is considered superior because it includes a ripcord that triggers chainsaw noises.

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What You Should Know Before Buying a Gaming PC on eBay

When searching for a “gaming PC” on eBay, the first sponsored result is from “Sj Computers LLC.” They offer a refurbished HP mini-tower with RGB lighting, which serves as a good example of what is available in this market. The price of this PC ranges from $274.99 to $482.99, depending on the configuration. The vendor also provides free shipping, free returns, and a one-year warranty from Allstate (formerly SquareTrade).

You have the option to customize the specs of the PC. You can choose between 16GB or 32GB of DDR4 RAM, mixed SSD/HDD storage options or a 1TB SSD, and either an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti with 4GB RAM or an NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 with 2GB RAM as your GPU. Additionally, you can add-on a monitor (22 or 24 inches) and/or an accessory bundle (RGB mouse/keyboard combo or the same bundle along with an unbranded headset). The CPU is a 3.4GHz (4.0GHz turbo boost) sixth-generation Intel Core i7-6700.

Now, let’s take a look at the most powerful configuration: the one with the highest RAM, the most storage (1TB SSD plus 2TB HDD), the more powerful graphics card, RGB accessories, and no monitor. This particular configuration is priced at $384.99 plus tax. Not a bad deal for a “gaming PC,” right?

However, if you read the description carefully, you’ll notice that these PCs are recommended for “Casual Computing, Engineering Coding, Gaming, Graphic Design, Industrial, Office.” This raises the question: why are these PCs versatile enough for such a wide range of tasks?

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8BitDo Micro Controller Solves a Major Issue with Android and Nintendo Switch Gaming

Even if you don’t necessarily need it for gaming, the 8BitDo Micro controller is worth considering. With its Keyboard Mode, you can assign different functions to all 16 inputs. While typing a novel may be challenging with only 16 letters, Keyboard Mode is perfect for using quick keyboard shortcuts for various applications. Additionally, you can use it as a remote camera trigger for capturing selfies and videos. The best part is that Keyboard Mode is compatible not only with Android but also with iOS and Windows. This means you can connect the Micro to a wide range of devices, including the iPad Pro.

Despite its compact size, the 8BitDo Micro has an impressive 10-hour battery life and can fully charge in just 1-2 hours. You can also keep it connected with a USB cable for uninterrupted usage. Weighing less than 25 grams and measuring 72 x 40.7 x 14.1 mm, the Micro is considerably smaller than the standard Joy-Con controller. When you purchase the 8BitDo Micro, it comes with a USB cable, instruction manual, and wrist strap. The wrist strap comes in handy because this tiny controller can easily get lost if dropped.

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Xbox Introduces New Strike System to Control Toxic Gamers

Xbox has implemented a new strike system to address the problem of toxic behavior among gamers. This system, inspired by how driving offenses are handled, categorizes offenses based on their severity.

Just as going slightly over the speed limit on the road is not as serious as driving under the influence and disregarding traffic signals, using profanity is not as severe as advocating for genocide.

According to Xbox, using profanity or engaging in minor cheating may result in a single strike. Sexual harassment and bullying could lead to two strikes, while a single incident of hate speech could result in three strikes. The penalty for each strike varies, with the first two resulting in a one-day ban, the third a three-day ban, and subsequent strikes leading to longer bans.

It is important to note that bans are not automated, and each incident is reviewed by an Xbox staff member before a ban is applied. This review process allows for human oversight but may also result in delays. During this time, multiple offenses could accumulate, potentially resulting in a longer ban. Additionally, the current information provided by Xbox only covers a limited list of offenses, leaving uncertainty around the handling of more obscure rule violations.

For more information on banned actions, you can refer to the full list here.

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Is it necessary to unplug your second monitor when gaming?

When it comes to gaming with multiple monitors, there has been some discussion about whether or not it is necessary to unplug the second monitor for optimal performance. Tests have shown that there is indeed a reduction in frames per second (FPS) when using multiple monitors, but the actual impact on overall FPS is relatively small and depends on the game being played.

For example, a graphically intensive game like Red Dead Redemption 2 was tested on a single monitor and achieved an average of 202 FPS. When the same game was tested on a four monitor setup, the average FPS dropped to 198, resulting in only a 2% difference.

On the other hand, tests for a game like Total War: Warhammer 3 showed a more significant drop in FPS. The game achieved 213 FPS on a single monitor setup but dropped to 199 FPS with four monitors, which is a 7% decrease in overall frames.

The tests also included setups with two monitors, which saw a reduction in FPS that was even less significant than gaming with four monitors. Ultimately, while it is true that having extra monitors plugged in and playing video will reduce FPS, the amount of frames lost may not be noticeable to most people.

It is worth noting that these tests were conducted using top-of-the-line hardware, where a 7% difference in the best-case scenario may not be perceivable. However, the impact becomes more significant when considering older hardware that cannot achieve stable framerates of 100+. In these cases, a 7% difference in frames from 30 FPS could result in stuttering, which would be noticeable to those with older hardware or GPUs.