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Steam deck
Which steam deck is the best one? im thinking the cheapest but is it worth it paying the extra for the pricier model?
Is your Oculus VR worth it?
I have been considering the Oculus Quest 2 and am wondering if it is worth it and if people can tell me their experiences of it? Is it something you find you can play as often as a console like a Playstation, for example, or is it more of a novelty thing that you will get bored of quickly? Also there seem to have been 3…
Facebook
Another facebook scam showing endorsement by Martin Lewis and Holly Willoughby regarding bitcoin ! This is via LEVIBUSINESS.COM
Xbox Series X Vs Series S
Hi guys Question- is it worth paying an extra £200 for a series X? I currently use a 1080 Acer Monitor and also have a 4K tv (not top of the range). I am looking to upgrade my Xbox original one to either an Series X or S. - I want to know; Is it worth paying an extra £200 for the series X. I know what obviously the storage…
Google Play in App excessive purchases
Ive been suffering with mental heath issues and found solace in play vegas friends on google play store However since November til now ive made 840 transactions and spent £3400 it made me so addicted i couldn't sleep just wanted to play. Now ive got total remorse and devasted and ashamed. I contacted google support and…
Steam deck games
I’ve just got a steam deck and it’s amazing such a a huge library of games on steam but they all cost like 9.99 each is there a way to get them cheaper or just play free? can you share games on a steam account the way some share Netflix? I know now you can download emulator programs for the switch and vita but that’s a bit…
Missing Pokémon Violet Pre-Order bonus (GAME UK) and disgusting customer service
I pre-ordered the new Pokémon Violet from GAME.co.uk (online) on the basis of getting a pre-order bonus figure only available from them. GAME was not the cheapest place to buy the videogame, but I really wanted the figure. I've had bad experiences with pre-orders in the past so, expecting the worst, I took screenshots of…
Are gaming chairs that comfortable?
i was originally after a decent, ergonomic office chair for home, then it dawned on me that gamers spend hours per day seated, so, are gaming chairs that great? I know they look great, like they've been lifted straight from a Subaru rally car, but how do you find them after several hours use? I dont want to buy one and end…
PS plus questions
So I’m thinking of spending £50 for a year’s membership to pay plus next month. someone told me it better after June as it’s combined with something else and now you get 2 free ps4 games per month and one ps5 so is it bets to have a PS5 or is it still worth it with a PS4?
VR stock for PlayStation
Hi everyone my grandson wants the PS4 Vr for Christmas but it's out of stock everywhere unless you want to pay a fortune. Does anyone know whether it should be back in and where will be the best price? Thanks I haven't got a clue about this
Ps5 used?
Is it ok to buy a used ps5? someone said there are problems with them if you buy used is it better to buy new
Gaming laptop for travel - thoughts?
I've always had desktop PCs for gaming, but will shortly be going traveling and will be buying a gaming laptop and am considering what to purchase. The key considerations are: * Laptop will be constantly on the move, usually in a daypack * Games played will be more strategic, eg, Football Manager, and possibly (though…
Cex return rules
I am confused about what companies can and cannot do in terms of returns. My daughter bought a 3ds xl online from the cex website last week. It was used one with warranty for £100. It arrived by courier today. She tried it out but it struggled to run the 2ds games she had and also the 3d screen really affected her eyes.…
Meta to increase Oculus Quest 2 VR Headset price by £100 in August.
Both models both 128 and 256 gb https://metro.co.uk/2022/07/27/facebook-bumps-the-prices-of-its-quest-2-vr-headsets-by-100-17077178/
Nvidia shield & ROMs
Sorry if I can't discuss this here. Delete the thread if that's the case. I'm a bit late to the party but I got myself a Nvidia Shield TV Pro and I understand you can play various ROMs on it. I believe I need to download Retroarch from the play store. I'm really here to find out suitable reliable sources for ROMs without…
Powerbank for Oculus Quest 2-best to buy?
Hi there, I have a quest 2 with Kiwi elite strap, and thinking of buying one of the longer lasting six hour charge powerbanks for it on ebay, which I think I will be able to attach to the strap by velcro or other manes. Specific Quest 2 powerbanks on ebay are too pricey. Have you done this, and what powerbank would you…
CD Keys - how to get a refund?
I bought an Age of Empires IV key from https://www.cdkeys.com/ for Steam for £29 (RRP £49) I added the key to Steam but immediately got a message saying the game won't work on my platform I wrongly assumed that Steam was platform independent but this game requires Windows 11 So I contacted customer support at CD Keys…
Borderlands 3 on PC, free at the Epic Store
... until 26th May 2022 @ 4PM https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/borderlands-3
Xbox Series X on a 1080Full Hd Monitor
Hi guys, I currently have an original Xbox One (day release) and I use a 1080Full HD gaming monitor (asus vp247h 24inch monitor). However, I am getting a new Xbox Series X in the upcoming weeks and I am wondering if I will need a 4K screen? If I was to get a new 4K monitor or TV, it would probably be bottom of the range,…
Xbox help
My teenager wants an Xbox. He’s always been ok with PS4 but all his friends are Xbox so we are thinking of changing over. I am so confused as I know nothing.. is a series s worth buying? I know it’s discless so do the games ever go on sale online? Would we be better putting money towards it and getting Xbox x? He does play…

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