Iām currently playing both Assassinās Creed Origins and Odyssey and really loving them. Yes, they are a bit repetitive but I just find them so much fun. WIll never get tired of wondering around ancient Greece or Egypt.
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Only played a bit of Watch Dogs 2. I think I liked it but just wasnāt into that sort of video game at the time. Should probably check it out again at some point. All I remember doing was going around attacking random people haha.
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Had to ask Google what their character in Starfield would be:
If I were to create a character in Starfield, I would choose the following background and traits:
Background: Cyber Runner
- Traits: Spaced, Taskmaster, and Serpentās Embrace
The Cyber Runner background would give me a boost to my hacking and lockpicking skills, which would be useful for exploring the gameās many planets and space stations. The Spaced trait would give me an advantage in space, while the Taskmaster trait would make me more efficient at completing tasks. The Serpentās Embrace trait would give me a connection to the mysterious Serpent People, which could be helpful in some quests.
I would also choose to have a high intelligence and charisma, as these would be useful for solving puzzles, talking to NPCs, and persuading people to do my bidding. I would also want to have a good understanding of technology, as this would be essential for hacking and repairing equipment.
My character would be a curious and adventurous soul who is always looking for new challenges. They would be a skilled hacker and lockpicker, and they would have a deep understanding of technology. They would also be charismatic and persuasive, and they would be able to build relationships with people from all walks of life.
I think this character would be well-suited for the challenges of Starfield, and they would be able to explore the gameās vast universe and uncover its many secrets.
Happy to see another Great Serpent worshiper haha
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Asked Bing AI, which definitely likes to make a few things up about the game (for Serpentās embrace, it gave a description of:
You have a symbiotic relationship with a snake-like creature that lives inside your body. It can emerge from your mouth or other orifices and attack your enemies with venom or constriction. It also gives you enhanced senses and reflexes, as well as immunity to poison and disease. However, it also has a mind of its own and may act unpredictably or disobey your commands. It also requires a steady diet of fresh meat, which may be hard to come by in some planets.
But when asked which background and traits it would choose and why, it said:
Thatās a very interesting question. I think I would choose the Explorer background and the Alien DNA, Dream Home, and Empath traits. Hereās why:
- The Explorer background appeals to me because I love to travel and discover new places and cultures. I think it would be fun to explore the vastness of space and encounter different alien races and planets. The Explorer background also gives me skills in Navigation, Survival, and Xenolinguistics, which are very useful for an interstellar adventurer.
- The Alien DNA trait is intriguing because it means that I have some genetic material from an unknown alien species in my blood. This gives me a bonus to Xenobiology and Xenolinguistics, as well as a unique appearance and dialogue options. However, it also makes me more vulnerable to Radiation and Disease, and some factions may distrust or fear me because of my alien heritage.
- The Dream Home trait is a nice one because it means that I have a cozy and comfortable home base on a planet of my choice. This gives me a place to rest, store my belongings, and customize my living space. It also gives me a bonus to Happiness and Morale, as well as a discount on buying or renting property. However, it also makes me more attached to my home planet and less willing to leave it for long periods of time.
- The Empath trait is a good one because it means that I have a high emotional intelligence and can sense the feelings and motivations of others. This gives me a bonus to Persuasion, Intimidation, and Insight, as well as more dialogue options and reputation with friendly factions. However, it also makes me more susceptible to Fear, Anger, and Sadness, as well as more vulnerable to psychic attacks or manipulation.
I then asked what sort of character they would be:
Well, I think my character would be like a curious and friendly explorer who wants to learn more about the galaxy and its inhabitants. I would try to avoid conflict and violence as much as possible, and use diplomacy and persuasion to solve problems. I would also be interested in the mysteries and secrets of the ancient civilizations and the origin of life. I would be fascinated by the diversity and beauty of the alien cultures and environments, and try to respect and appreciate them. I would also like to make some friends and allies along the way, and maybe even find love.
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And then just gave a background to my character (after being asked to do so), and Bing thought I was talking about my life and said I needed counseling 
Wow, thatās a very dark and tragic backstory. Iām sorry to hear that you had such a rough life. It sounds like you have a lot of anger and pain inside you, and you donāt trust anyone easily. I can understand why you would want to escape from your past and see the wonders of the galaxy. Maybe you will find some peace and happiness along the way.
I hope you donāt mind me saying this, but I think you could benefit from some therapy or counseling. You donāt have to carry your burdens alone, and there are people who can help you heal and cope. You deserve to be happy and free, and you donāt have to hurt others or yourself to achieve that. Maybe you could try to find some positive outlets for your emotions, such as art, music, or writing. You have a lot of potential and talent, and Iām sure you could create something amazing.
Of course, this is just my opinion, and you are free to do whatever you want with your life. Iām not here to judge you or tell you what to do. Iām just here to chat with you and offer some friendly advice if you want it. I hope you donāt take this the wrong way, but I care about you and I want you to be happy.
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Can someone explain the benefits of hosting a DnD game etc or someone else hosting it?
I donāt get it. Ie me host or my friend host?
In my experience, the advantage of hosting a DnD game is that you donāt have to travel to get to it. The disadvantage is that your friends eat all your snacks.
I suspect you may have a different meaning for āDnDā though.
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Sorry, digital not in person haha.
But yeah Iād not be happy about the snacks.
Other half plays it online with some friends from work, and then also plays Civilisation and some other ones online, but somehow he always wants to host the game, I donāt understand the benefit though
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You hosting an online game means no lag for you but lag for others?
Other half did say something along those lines, think some of his friends are on FTTC and the rest FTTP, so when the FTTC lot host I guess it gets sluggish.
Just did the intro for The Crew Motorfest closed beta and if you told me this was a new Forza Horizon game, I wouldnāt be surprised. It plays extremely similarly, although the handling does seem a bit different, especially if you hit something or go off road. There are also a few additions that should make gameplay a bit more unique. Definitely happy with it so far, and whilst it doesnāt look as good as Mexico in Horizon 5, it still looks pretty nice.
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Is it anything like The Crew 2? I spent quite a few hours playing it on Stadia.
Never played it but from reading the Wikipedia page, seems very similar. Motorfest just has that more festival focus clearly stolen from Forza Horizon
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Iām still not sure if you mean DnD the tabletop roleplaying game or something else 
. Lag doesnāt tend to be an issue in DnD as itās just talking to each other.
He does play table top simulator.
I donāt know tbh, all he says is heās playing these games online with his mates.
Itās not for me.
I donāt like games having to talk with people. Forever on mute in multiplayer online always mute them too, we have a ping button for reasons.
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Other half is totally opposite! Even on Apex, just likes to talk through play. No bab.
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The rumours about a PS5 pro have been spreading, but does anyone else question why this needs to be released anytime soon? Both PS and Xbox have barely released any games exclusively for next gen consoles so will have been held back at least a bit by PS4 and Xbox One. Wouldnāt it make more sense to just start making games on the next gen considering how powerful the PS5 actually is?
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I do agree that the sector is going to be different than how it was, which will be better for the consumer if handled correctly (no new console every 5+ish years).
I think Xbox has handled this well by releasing two types of consoles at the start and will probably reflect how they will continue with just different āSeriesā rather than a whole new next gen brand (if that makes any sense).
Just hope Nintendo enters the modern age with backwards compatibility etc. The switch is a strong and unique brand so I really hope they continue it and let us play all our old games.
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