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TIL the NES light gun worked by detecting flashes of light on your tv screen. When the trigger was pulled, the tv flashed all black for a single frame, then all black with the target white for one frame. Also it only works with CRTs. by atomic_hombrein todayilearned

[–]planetmatt 1 point2 points ago

The book Chasing the Beam explains this and early video game develop really well.

The stuff Atari and especially Activision did with the Atari 2600 is practically wizardry.

What is the most obnoxious fan base out there? by euphoric_planetin AskReddit

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

We do have good comedies and lots of them and I love those but our drama is awful. Comparing ER or House to Casualty is just embarrassing.


[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

I'm British and IMO, most American shows are far better than British shows. Exception are documentaries, political shows, oh and Top Gear.

I even think that the US Office is far better than the British one.

Most of the BBC shows like Sherlock and Dr Who are fucking terrible. Overacted hammy shit filled with too many out of work theatre actors.

Cutting McDonald's CEO pay to zero would raise workers wages by a whopping 0.6 cents/hour by Jpeterman1in Libertarian

[–]planetmatt 1 point2 points ago

It's not about cutting CEO pay. It's about fair relative re-enumeration. If the CEO and board get a 10% rise, then give everyone a 10% rise. Don't give excessive non performance related rises to the top 10% of employees (who are already earning very good wages) and give the bottom 90% less than inflationary 1% rises which in real terms are actually pay cuts.

That is what people have a problem with, not that CEOs earn more.

Emilia Clarke to Play Sarah Connor in 'Terminator' Reboot by Neo2199in scifi

[–]planetmatt -2 points-1 points ago

She can't act. Maybe it's because the other GoT cast are so strong but she is by far the weakest actor of the main cast. I love her character but it could be so much better with the right actor.

Cersei did a fine job in SCC but I just can't see Emila pulling off that Sarah let alone pumped up crazy T2 Sarah that Linda Hamilton nailed.

Radiation alerts caused by the Fukishima disaster hits U.S. Cities. Rising radiation levels have officials concerned about the safety of the people living in the West Coast. by Plumpy2013in environment

[–]planetmatt -1 points0 points ago

They probably are but the Japanese are doing some crazy crack downs on their media and reporting anything about Fukishima.

What was the first video game you ever played? by dicksonaplane69in AskReddit

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

First Computer Game:

Avenger. It was a Scramble clone for the Sinclair Spectrum 48K

First Console Game:

Combat. The pack in game that came with the Atari 2600. I still have this.

[No Spoilers] Game of Thrones #1 on IMDb Top TV Shows of 2013 by aomiepin gameofthrones

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

Wire is critically better but just not as enjoyable IMO. Now The Shield, that is better than GoT and BB IMHO.

This is the neighbor’s solution to my friend’s cat sitting on their car (rat poison) by CDT123in WTF

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

From personal experience, pepper, citrus, plastic spikes, sonic repellents, powdered lion dung, none of it worked. Hose pipe or my boot are the only things that can get the furry little fuckers out my garden or off my cars.


[–]planetmatt -1 points0 points ago

They are an invasive species that have driven native species to extinction.

[BF4] Disapointed with China Rising Levolution by cugarin Battlefield

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

Totally agree. They introduce randomness into a game of skill. They have no place. The real destruction as shown in BC2 added depth of play and strategy. Foxholes could be created, sniper positions destroyed.

In BF3/4, it's near impossible to tell what can be destroyed and as such I don't find myself taking destruction into account when planning my moves.

The Levolution thing is a great marketing tool, it looks great, but it adds nothing of real value to the veteran BF fan.

Prime rib done over charcoal [1280x1024] [OC] by William_Harziain FoodPorn

[–]planetmatt 15 points16 points ago

The reverse sear. I'm a big fan of this method.

My friends dog has the most tolerance in the world! by quan7umzin funny

[–]planetmatt 1 point2 points ago

There is a direct correlation between dog size and temperament. The smaller the more necrotic and wired, the larger, the quieter and lazier.

Why is this a thing? I should be able to chat with friends and play a different game! Fix it MS! by azGRIMESin xboxone

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

It's going to be like New Coke all over again. MS releases a terrible UI. Everyone complains. Old UI comes back but with even more ads but everyone is happy as all the old functionality is there again.

What have them Duke boys gotten themselves into this time? by ClydeMason1911in GrandTheftAutoV

[–]planetmatt -3 points-2 points ago

You know that they actually have the proper Dukes Charger wheels in the Muscle section?

UPDATE: Xbox One sold 170k in 2 weeks, PS4 250k in 2 days, Wii U 150k in life to date [UK] by DeadPersonain Games

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

People who buy a Wii aren't gamers. They think they have a Wii. Why do they need another? Some people think it's just a cosmetic revision and even those who know its a new console are happy with Wii Sports and don't see the need to buy the U.

Most emotionally deep TV series? by vvmelonin television

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

I've watched both and after reflection, I think The Shield is better than Breaking Bad. The ending was just perfect. It was unpredictable, realistic, and enjoyable and seemed to offer more depth than that of Walt's final moments.

Anyone else miss the non-dub-step Battlefield themes? by BNTSGin Battlefield

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

That whole DLC had the ambience and aesthetic of the Vietnam war locked down. It was perfect.

Google Drive on a 2nd PC by planetmattin techsupport

[–]planetmatt[S] 0 points1 point ago

The external drive is just for moving the files, it won't be used for storing the synced files after they are moved to the new PC.

After almost 13 years of console gaming, I finally switched to PC. This was my first purchase: by Sromotnyin gaming

[–]planetmatt 0 points1 point ago

Avoid sapphire cards, they have terrible warranty and RMA process. Look for evga or gigabyte brand. Better quality, better cooling, better warranty.

Fabulous dinner at the famous Peter Luger in Brooklyn, NY - Rare Steak, Bacon and more by Ben789dain food

[–]planetmatt 1 point2 points ago

I was due to eat there back in December 2010 but that big snowstorm hit. We were staying in Soho so got a last minute booking at Wolfgangs and walked through the snow to there instead. Amazing food. How does Wolfgang's compare to Peter Lugers?