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Chris Grant Mar 1, 2024

I blogged.

https://mastodon.social/@verge/112015677929584919

Chris Grant Mar 1, 2024

The Verge Feb 29, 2024

How to modernize your retro game collection in a few convoluted steps https://www.theverge.com/24072166/retro-classic-game-roms-nfc-mister-how-to-modern

How to modernize your retro game collection in a few convoluted steps

A how-to on utilizing NFC stickers to make ROMs of classic video games feel like old-school cartridges.

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Chris Grant Feb 14, 2024

Honestly, it's weird they haven't moved Windows to be more friendly here, nevertheless make their own box.

https://www.theverge.com/24073201/microsoft-xbox-handheld-steam-deck-editorial

It’s time for Microsoft to build an Xbox Steam Deck

Handheld gaming is the future, and Microsoft has an opportunity to lead. The world’s basically biggest gaming company should no longer stand by.

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Chris Grant Feb 14, 2024

Sean Hollister

@theverge.space Feb 14, 2024

It’s time for Microsoft to build an Xbox Steam Deck

A box isn’t necessarily the best shape anymore.

It’s time for Microsoft to build an Xbox Steam Deck

Handheld gaming is the future, and Microsoft has an opportunity to lead. The world’s basically biggest gaming company should no longer stand by.

The Verge

Chris Grant Dec 15, 2023

David Pierce Dec 15, 2023

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Chris Grant Oct 26, 2023

https://www.polygon.com/reviews/23932094/alan-wake-2-review-ps5-xbox-series-x-pc

I've been waiting each of those 13 years for a sequel to this game. I used to pester Phil Spencer in every interview why they hadn't greenlit it already.

It still feels like the overreaction to Quantum Break's commercial failure paved the way for the studio that would go on to make Control and now this.

Pumped for tomorrow!

Alan Wake 2 review: a modern survival horror masterpiece

Alan Wake 2 is an auspicious return for the action-horror series, unlike anything Remedy’s done before. The release date is Oct. 27 on PS5, PC, & Xbox Series X.

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Chris Grant May 11, 2023

Oops I blogged https://www.theverge.com/23719879/smartphone-price-budget-pixel-7a-editorial

I won’t spend more than $250 on a new smartphone

For the past few years I’ve gotten away with getting a brand-new smartphone for $250, and I don’t think I’ll ever pay more.

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Chris Grant May 2, 2023

https://www.polygon.com/platform/amp/reviews/23706685/redfall-review-xbox-series-x-pc-release-date

Legitimately bummed to see Redfall reviews coming in so cold. Here's ours.

(As a Prey-head, I'm still legally obligated to play it)

Redfall review: a great setting let down by boring FPS mechanics

Redfall, which has a May 2 release date on Xbox Series X and PC, features a compelling supernatural setting, with fun character abilities that can’t make up for bad combat.

Polygon

Chris Grant Mar 18, 2023

Sean Hollister Mar 18, 2023

https://www.theverge.com/2023/3/17/23645792/what-is-this-thing

What is this thing? - The Verge

Come back Saturday morning to find out.

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Chris Grant Mar 10, 2023

Finally got one! Been looking for one since Oct! Thx @rpilocator https://mastodon.social/@rpilocator/110001036825158925