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19,545 topics in this forum

  1. What are you playing? 1 2 3 4 100

    by Snake

    MGS3: Snake Eater, GTA: SA, Devil May Cry 3, and Winning Eleven 7.

    Last reply by SnoopZ,

  3. Cyberpunk 2077 (PC, Xbox, Playstation) 1 2 3 4 5

    by George P

    I decided to start a topic for people, like myself, who are enjoying the game so far and might like to talk about it. Feel free to drop any info on things you've found, what you'd like to see in the future etc. Personally I'm waiting for more post-ending DLC that keeps the story going in some fashion.

    Last reply by George P,

  4. Official Neowin Discord

    by Andrew
    • 1 reply
    • 6.5k views

    Please feel free to join our official Discord server: https://discord.gg/zkWyE56

    Last reply by Sean B.,

  5. Guide to the Gamers' Hangout

    by Barney T.
    • 4 replies
    • 29.7k views

    After some frank discussion among senior staff, we have decided to change the rules a bit, related to discussion of leaked games. As long as there are no postings of links or how / where to download these games, we will allow talk about them in these forums. Please be advised that the gaming mods will be watching closely, so please limit the discussions to the games, and not how to obtain them!

    Last reply by Andrew,

  6. Shocking Xbox Series Console Partnership | PS5 Trouble in 2023 Chip Shortage

    by spacelordmaster

    A very interesting video article I just found.

    Last reply by +Chaos Mage,

  7. Cancelled my Steam Deck Pre-Order

    by Brandon H

    Welp I've gone and done it, I've cancelled my Steam Deck pre-order. I wasn't projected to be able to place the order until Q3 October or later anyway. What made me change my mind was coming across the AYN Odin this weekend. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/odin-the-ultimate-gaming-handheld PC gaming on the go would be nice but my primary use was going to be GameCube emulation on it and a couple other emulators. The Odin is a Switch Lite sized device that is touted to be plenty capable of running those emulators smoothly so I will be picking up the Pro model as soon as I receive my tax return I ripped my copies o…

    Last reply by Brandon H,

  8. Epic Video Collection Found

    by seta-san
    • 0 replies
    • 274 views

    Rare video games found in Nebraska after 27 years in storage (ketv.com)

    Last reply by seta-san,

  9. Highest speed I completed different games and difficulties of Microsoft Solitaire Collection

    by DepresssedChild1
    • 0 replies
    • 197 views

    Just wanna put out my fastest times for Klondike, Pyramid, and other types and see what other peoples records are. Maybe we can even try to compete against each other Pyramid: Easy: 41s Medium: 53s

    Last reply by DepresssedChild1,

  10. Which Next Gen Console do you plan on buying? 1 2 3 4

    by SnoopZ

    If you're planning on purchasing a Next Gen Console what will it be?

    Last reply by denchikchyb,

  11. Possible to lock down Xbox/Playstations in an institutional environment?

    by JustGeorge

    I don't have a game console, so this alien territory for me. Someone asked me recently about locking down game consoles that kids may bring with them into an institutional setting. This environment prohibits communication with anyone not on an approved contact list and the clients aren't allowed to use social media of any kind. Given that modern consoles are tied to online services, this seems like it would be a nightmare to manage. How would you allow games to download updates but stop comms with other people within the service or apps on the console? I do know they come with parental controls that likely cover things like that, but would like something tha…

    Last reply by JustGeorge,

  12. Game (streaming) services for PC; additional costst beside the subscription?

    by kiddingguy
    • 1 reply
    • 783 views

    I am wondering, with all these game (streaming) services, like Xbox Game Pass, GeForce NOW, Google Stadia etc. How is this invoicing going.. will it just be 'fixed' monthy fee and you can play (unlimited) these games, OR are there also hidden costs involved when/if purchasing new(er) games on those platforms (maybe with some discount compared to Steam, Origin, Epic etc). And in case of subscription + purchasing, what's the benefit if you play only those (purchased) games. Which you could've also bought directly via those platforms?

    Last reply by Brandon H,

  13. Pre-Orders

    by techbeck

    Do online pre-order games normally arrive the day of release, or days after? I pre-ordered a game on Amazon Prime and curious if it will arrive the day off or later. Keeping on eye to see when I get updated shipping info, but curious what others experience from Amazon or other sites. Thanks

    Last reply by dipsylalapo,

  14. Who has the highest Chess.com rating?

    by zikalify
    • 0 replies
    • 1.2k views

    My rapid rating on Chess.com is now 910! Does anyone else play?

    Last reply by zikalify,

  15. Project 007

    by dipsylalapo

    IO Interactive, the developers behind the Hitman series, are working on a James Bond game. I haven't found much information online, but given how good the Hitman games have been, I'm definitely intrigued.

    Last reply by George P,

  16. "Major bug" hits PS5 and Xbox Series X-friendly AV receivers

    by spikey_richie

    Not sure if this is best here or in the media room... So I saw an article earlier that says some AV receivers that use a HDMI 2.1 chip can't process 4K @ 120hz So if you have one of those AV receivers and you're having issues with your new Xbox or Play Station, that's why.

    Last reply by Steven P.,

  17. No Man's Sky 1 2 3

    by +Audioboxer

    Last reply by +Chaos Mage,

  18. Microsoft xCloud on PC?

    by Brandon H
    • 13 replies
    • 3.8k views

    Have there been any dates revealed or leaked on when an xCloud app will be out for Windows/Mac? I know a Microsoft Store app entry leaked a couple months ago but haven't heard anything since then.

    Last reply by George P,

  19. Control 1 2

    by +Chaos Mage
    • 31 replies
    • 5.9k views

    Every Remedy game I've played has been great, and memorably strange. Pre-ordered this one for next week. (Hopefully my blasted internet has been fixed by then.) 😛

    Last reply by George P,

  20. Doom Eternal

    by trag3dy
    • 17 replies
    • 5.3k views

    I don't know if it's too early for an official thread but this is a thing, so here we are: (the game looks amazing)

    Last reply by trag3dy,

  21. Google Stadia Review as a Real Customer: Bad Setup & No Codes

    by spacelordmaster
    • 1 reply
    • 3.6k views

    This review is super funny. You guys gotta see this.

    Last reply by George P,

  22. Telltale - how do i get my fix now for story driven decision making adventure games?

    by +E.Worm Jimmy
    • 2 replies
    • 3.3k views

    Hi I don't have time for long games anymore. I loved the 2 hour episode story driven adventures that Telltale make. Wolf among us, Tales from the Borderland, and of course Walking Dead and Batman series. What else is new that can satisty this craving? I am waiting for beyond the steel sky- but no realese date yet.. I know fo Life is Strange. Anything else?? Thanks!

    Last reply by +E.Worm Jimmy,

  23. Games console name ideas? 1 2

    by Elliot B.
    • 29 replies
    • 32.6k views

    If you were to create a new games console, what would you call it?

    Last reply by Obi-Wan Kenobi,

  24. XBOX 360 drums on PC

    by testroom_9
    • 13 replies
    • 28.1k views

    hi Everyone, this is a bit of a random topic but i thought it was best put here.... i've got a set of Xbox 360 Rock band drums.... but no x box..... i have the thing to allow use of the 360 game pad for the PC which works fine... i dont want to play any of the x box games, just use the drums to associate drum sounds to have a bit of a electronic drum kit.... has anyone heard of / done this? i'm sure that it would have been done in the past! cheers ed

    Last reply by Frankierjr,

  25. Phoenix Point

    by Peresvet
    • 1 reply
    • 2.8k views

    Hello! Is anyone here excited about Phoenix Point? I'm sooo looking forward to it being released! December can't come soon enough!

    Last reply by Peresvet,

  26. We played modern games on a CRT monitor - and the results are phenomenal

    by Peresvet
    • 2 replies
    • 4k views

    We played modern games on a CRT monitor - and the results are phenomenal https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/digitalfoundry-2019-modern-games-look-beautiful-on-crt-monitors "It's true. Running modern games on a vintage CRT monitor produces absolutely outstanding results - subjectively superior to anything from the LCD era, up to and including the latest OLED displays. Best suited for PC players, getting an optimal CRT set-up isn't easy, and prices vary dramatically, but the results can be simply phenomenal. The advantages of CRT technology over modern flat panels are well-documented. CRTs do not operate from a fixed pixel grid in the way…

    Last reply by +InsaneNutter,

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