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otlgaming: TECH SPEC COMPARISON FOR XBOX ONE VS. PS4 Now that...

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:48:04 -0700

TECH SPEC COMPARISON FOR XBOX ONE VS. PS4

Now that the Xbox One has been unveiled, let’s take a look at the technical specifications for both it and Sony’s PlayStation 4 to see how they compare.

XBOX ONE SPECS:

- 8 Core Custom Built CPU
- 8 GB DDR3 RAM for memory
- 500 GB HDD for storage
- D3D 11.1 chip with embedded 32 MB memory (graphics processor)
- Blu-ray optical drive
- USB 3.0
- 802.11 N, wired ethernet, WiFi Direct
- HDMI Input and Output (supports 1080p and 4K), Optical Output

PLAYSTATION 4 SPECS:

- 8 Core Custom Built CPU
- 8 GB DDR5 RAM for memory
- No specified HDD size announced yet
- AMD Radeon Graphics Core (1.84 TFlops)
- Blu-ray optical drive
- USB 3.0
- 802.11 N, wired ethernet, Bluetooth
- HDMI Output (supports 1080p and 4K), Optical Output, Analog AV

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Tue, 21 May 2013 17:30:56 -0700

otlgaming: YOUR XBOX ONE QUESTIONS, ANSWERED This morning’s...

Tue, 21 May 2013 17:11:06 -0700

otlgaming:

YOUR XBOX ONE QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

This morning’s Xbox reveal left many questions unanswered, like is it always online, can I play used games on it, etc? Thankfully, Xbox’s Major Nelson put together this handy ‘Q’ and ‘A’:

Q: Does Xbox One require an “always on” Internet connection?
A: No, it does not have to be always connected, but Xbox One does require a connection to the Internet. We’re designing Xbox One to be your all-in-one entertainment system that is connected to the cloud and always ready. We are also designing it so you can play games and watch Blu-ray movies and live TV if you lose your connection.

Q: How do consumers benefit by being connected to the cloud?
A: The cloud makes every experience better and more accessible. Because Xbox One is powered by the cloud:

Your games have more power available to create new gameplay, persistent worlds, and deeper experiences.

Your system and games can update automatically, so you shouldn’t have to wait for downloads or updates.

Your games and entertainment are stored and saved in the cloud, so you can access them anytime, from any Xbox One.*

Start a game, movie, or TV show on one console and finish exactly where you left off on another.

You can play multiplayer games with your friends, stream movies or TV shows right away, and enjoy the community and social features of Xbox Live.

Xbox One can recognize you, log you in and tailor your home screen just for you.

You can discover what your friends are playing, watching and listening to if they choose to share.
These are just a few examples of how customers benefit from our platform being connected to the Internet. It brings the future of TV and games to our consumers—and it’s designed for today and the decade ahead.

* Subject to content geographical restrictions.

Q: When will Xbox One launch and in what markets?
A: Xbox One will launch in markets around the world later this year. We’ll have more to share later.

Q: Can I use my current gamertag on Xbox One and will my Gamerscore and Achievements transfer?
A: Yes. Your current Xbox Live Gamertag will stay with you on Xbox One if you choose to keep it, and your hard-earned Gamerscore and Achievements will indeed carry over from Xbox 360.

Q: Will Xbox One be backward compatible with my existing games?
A: Xbox One hardware is not compatible with Xbox 360 games. We designed Xbox One to play an entirely new generation of games—games that are architected to take full advantage of state-of-the-art processors and the infinite power of the cloud. We care very much about the investment you have made in Xbox 360 and will continue to support it with a pipeline of new games and new apps well into the future.

Q: Will Xbox One allow players to trade in, purchase and play pre-owned games?
A: We are designing Xbox One to enable customers to trade in and resell games. We’ll have more details to share later.

Q: Will my current Xbox Live Gold membership work with Xbox One or will I have to buy a new one?
A: You do not need to buy a new Xbox Live Gold membership. Your current membership will work on both Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

Q: Why require Kinect with every Xbox One?
A: The all new Kinect is now an essential and integrated part of the platform. By having it as a consistent part of every Xbox One, game and entertainment creators can build experiences that assume the availability of voice, gesture and natural sensing, leading to unrivaled ease of use, premium experiences and interactivity for you.

Q: Do I need to have a specific cable or satellite TV provider to watch live TV on Xbox?
A: Our goal is to enable live TV through Xbox One in every way that it is delivered throughout the world, whether that’s television service providers, over the air or over the Internet, or HDMI-in via a set top box (as is the case with many providers in the US). The delivery of TV is complex and we are working through the many technologies and policies around the world to make live TV available where Xbox One is available.

Q: Xbox One is a more powerful product compared to Xbox 360, but does it also use more power?
A: No. By providing multiple power states in Xbox One, we’ve balanced energy efficiency with functionality. We’ve taken a completely different approach to how Xbox One consumes power. It only uses the power it needs at that particular moment for the task at hand.

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Tue, 21 May 2013 16:54:37 -0700

captainmoi: George R.R. Martin can’t tweet because he’s killed off all 140 characters

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:22:45 -0700

captainmoi:

George R.R. Martin can’t tweet because he’s killed off all 140 characters

gamefreaksnz: Video: A close-up look at Microsoft’s Xbox One...

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:17:17 -0700

gamefreaksnz:

Video: A close-up look at Microsoft’s Xbox One

These unveil videos for the Xbox One showcase the console, the new Kinect sensor and the new Xbox One controller.

it8bit: From the 8-Bit Crypt Available for $35(US) at...

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:05:20 -0700

it8bit:

From the 8-Bit Crypt

Available for $35(US) at 8-Bitty.

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How to get over the death of a fictional character

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:55:56 -0700

itwastitledkillorder:

You don’t

ever

thecakebar: Churros Tutorial with 3 dipping Sauces

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:48:31 -0700

thecakebar:

Churros Tutorial with 3 dipping Sauces

angry-cas-paper: okay so i was in class today and when we walked in this screenshot was on the...

Tue, 21 May 2013 07:21:53 -0700

angry-cas-paper:

okay so i was in class today and when we walked in this screenshot was on the board

our teacher told us that we were doing issues surrounding mental health and she asked us to tell her what this picture could be representing. naturally i put my hand up.

“its satan”

“yes good, the man shouting could possibly be representing satan, any other ideas?”

i cant stop laughing.

it is literally satan.

tinycartridge: Freedom Wars for PS Vita After teasing this as...

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:57:16 -0700

tinycartridge:

Freedom Wars for PS Vita

After teasing this as “Panopticon” for the past two weeks, Sony has revealed this original property as Freedom Wars, a 2014 game that looks pretty interesting despite its boring title.

Dubbed a “recovery multiplayer action” game, Freedom Wars looks like more than just another urban/dystopian Monster Hunter clone based on this NeoGAF-translated press release:

“The player is a criminal in a post-apocalyptic near future, sentenced to a million years of hard labor, fighting for his freedom. By completing missions where you rescue civilians and allies who have been captured by huge enemies known as Abductors, you can reduce your sentence. The game supports a maximum of 8 players at a time in both co-op and competitive modes, and supports Adhoc and Wi-Fi Online functions so players all over the country can play together. The game will also support the GPS and Near capabilities of the PS Vita to enhance the gameplay experience.”

You can watch the trailer below:

There are no announcements yet for a Western release.
BUY PS Vita, upcoming games

night-panda: zombiesandporn: I know one person who wouldnt...

Tue, 21 May 2013 06:11:24 -0700

night-panda:

zombiesandporn:

I know one person who wouldnt like the season finale

I bet Ten would’ve been a bit conflicted as well… Well maybe not as much.

I have decided that if anyone has the urge to speak to me about the Xbox conference before I have...

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:59:51 -0700

I have decided that if anyone has the urge to speak to me about the Xbox conference before I have watched it, I will bludgeon them to death with a lead pipe.

bikiniarmorbattledamage: helpyoudraw: Armor Tutorials and...

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:54:19 -0700

bikiniarmorbattledamage:

helpyoudraw:

Armor Tutorials and References

Armour Tutorial - PART 1 by rynarts

Armour Tutorial - PART 2 by rynarts

Armor Study and Guide 1 by KataabaIzuua

ASG 2 Head and Neck Armor by KataabaIzuua

ASG 3 Body Armor by KataabaIzuua

ASG 4 Arm by KataabaIzuua

Romance Roundtable

Wasson Artistry

Sword Forum International

ConceptArt

Was intending to reblog for personal reference but heck, we had a few positive examples and resources on real armor, so why not this? :)

nintendocafe: Art inspired by Metroid | Nintendo

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:54:00 -0700

nintendocafe:

Art inspired by Metroid | Nintendo

meme-spot: heheheh ;)

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:53:33 -0700

meme-spot:

heheheh ;)

las-plagas: My Favorite Video Game Characters (in no particular...

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:53:03 -0700

las-plagas:

My Favorite Video Game Characters (in no particular order)

11/? | Link (The Legend Of Zelda series)

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iamkissedbyfire: I HAVE NEVER REBLOGGED SOMETHING SO FAST.

Mon, 20 May 2013 22:54:37 -0700

iamkissedbyfire:

I HAVE NEVER REBLOGGED SOMETHING SO FAST.

nintendroid: i’m not much for retro gaming critics (outside of...

Mon, 20 May 2013 22:54:18 -0700

nintendroid:

i’m not much for retro gaming critics (outside of James Rolfe and a select few). So it’s rare that i’ll watch a “let’s play” or a review of a classic title. It’s all been done before. It’s been that way since 2007. Then there’s Pavel Grinev a.k.a Kinaman.

Kinaman is a Russian fellow who brings a whole new flavor to the whole “angry gamer” review style. Kinaman reviews bootleg games on a Dendy, a Famicom/NES clone made specifically for Russian market. Since the original Nintendo was never made available in Russia, the Dendy was what Russian gamers had to play. Since it was unlicensed, they seen ALOT of bootleg games and bad game hacks.

He has a series called “Dendy Chronicles” on Youtube. The episodes are funny, informative and it’s something fresh. There is a language barrier but if you don’t mind reading subtitles, there is an option to turn them on. The first few episodes I watched, he reviews a series of Super Mario Bros. clones and some of the results are downright hilarious. There’s a hack of a Flintstones game with Mario’s head on Fred Flintstone’s body. it only get’s funnier from there.

If you have the time to waste and enjoy retro gaming critics, i’d highly recommend Kinaman’s channel. He has tons of content and let’s play videos all worth giving a watch.

Kinaman’s Youtube channel.

holyflyinggrayson: avatarparallels: Aladdin/The Legend of...

Mon, 20 May 2013 21:10:57 -0700

holyflyinggrayson:

avatarparallels:

Aladdin/The Legend of Korra Parallels

[gif remake]

I NEVER SAW THIS BEFORE