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    [Action RPG] Path of Exile

    I actually forgot what I just switched to my Poison Arrow. I think LMP and not sure what else. I usually just use Poison if they resist Lightning. As for the Bear Trap, I have no idea. It's linked to added Fire Damage and +10 Quality.
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    [Action RPG] Path of Exile

    Just got Death's Harp last night, really nice bow. Orbed it until I got GGG G and gave up since I have my boots at GGGR for LA, LMP, Fork and Life on Hit. I'm going to replace the LMP as Death's Harp gives an extra projectile and thinking of what to add. Maybe Increased Cold Damage. Right now...
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    [Action RPG] Path of Exile

    I was using Freezing Pulse until I got LMP on my Ice Spear. That is just crazy. I want to stack that with Fork now.
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    [Action RPG] Path of Exile

    On my first char I was higher. Now I just speed through. PL Act I in The Ledge and try to do the main quests quick either via WP or Groups. I had some items in my Stash for my Ranger so that helped too. If I miss a side quest, I would go back later to just get the skill point/refund so I don't...
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    [Action RPG] Path of Exile

    Just rolled Ranger and hit Act 3 last night at level 21. So far running with LA+Fork as I only have 2L equip. Once I hit level 28, I'll have my 4L GGGR bow. Time for some LA/SA + Fork + Pierce + Elemental Damage/Life on Hit. So far so good. Put my 40 Witch on hold.
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    New Kingston SSD. HDTune results and boot issues...

    I updated a while ago, forgot to update my sig. Running a GA-870A-UD3. When upgraded chipset drivers it switched to amd_sata instead of ms_achi. Both has similar speeds. SATA ports are SATA3 and ACHI enabled. Here is AS SSD:
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    New Kingston SSD. HDTune results and boot issues...

    For sequential, Crystal is giving 405.5 read and 172.2 write. For 512k, it's 373.3 read and 171 write. Read is a bit lower than review but that's also a drive that probably isn't being used as an OS drive and just for benching.
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    New Kingston SSD. HDTune results and boot issues...

    Just set up my Kingston HyperX 3k 120gb. Disabled all extras and what not. The drive is properly aligned [4096]. ACHI mode. How does the HD Tune results look (this is my primary drive). Oddly I had a lot of issues setting it up. Boot errors, BSOD, settings reset. Yet no errors. Note...
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    1055t to i5 2500k?

    Yeah, I usually stick with my rig until the upgrade is really needed, but for $99, it was really hard to pass up on the 2500k.
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    1055t to i5 2500k?

    Thanks for the advice above. I got it at a great deal so getting the chip is already taken care of :) And sorry, not sure why I said 1050T instead of 1055T...
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    1055t to i5 2500k?

    So after seeing the recent i5 2500k deal, I felt the huge urge to pick it up. Now I'm thinking if the upgrade is worth it considering I need another mobo, and a full re-install. Benchmarks aside, is there a huge real-world difference between a 1055t and an i5 2500k to warrant the upgrade...
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    Torchlight 2, My Impressions... (updated: 5/10/12 with Final Impressions)

    Awesome game. Rolled an Engi like I did in beta with a cannon. What attributes are engi's going for? Str and Vit?
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    Official AT Guild Wars 2 Guild Thread

    I think the DL was around 16GB. 1) All the zones seem simple enough. I completed both Norn and Human. Norn felt a bit smaller but they guide you through well enough. 2) I picked a high server based on where people from another forum play. You could do the same with people from here or friends...
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    Official AT Guild Wars 2 Guild Thread

    Rolled a Human Warrior and playing with GS/Rifle. Really liking the class so far. Was going to go Charr but armor [helmets] looks... odd on them. Thinking I'll be sticking to the Warrior after going Elementalist and Mesmer. I'll probably go back to those after.
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    Official AT Guild Wars 2 Guild Thread

    Just picked up the game. Started out with a Human Elementalist. It really does feel like everyone for themselves as in a lack or groups and parties. Still unsure if I will stick to Ele though or try out Mesmar. By the way, it's quite annoying how almost every single name is taken in the game...
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    Vizio

    Vizios offer the same bells and whistles, and their top end sets are quite expensive as well. You can get a barebone Samsung the same way you can get a barebone Vizio.
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    Can't decide on TV: Sharp 46" or LG 47"

    I actually bought the LG. Got it for $499 after Amazon price matched it to Frys. Getting it shipped today. From what a hear from those who ordered it also, it's a great tv. And with that price, it's hard to say no ;)
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    Can't decide on TV: Sharp 46" or LG 47"

    I'm trying to decide on what TV to get. I'm not looking at low tier brands as I hear those aren't all that reliable (screens start to get vertical banding after a few months, blown caps...). That said, I am not looking to spend overly much either, around $550 - 600 for a 46". I found these...
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    http://www.lg.com/us/tvs/lg-50PA6500-plasma-tv 50 Inch LG Plasma - 1080P. Opinions on that? Could get it for $599 + tax from Dell. Do all recent Plasmas come with pixel shift or methods to stop burn in? That's my main worry with Plasma panels.
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    Thanks, will check those out! How is the lower resolution though at 50" though? Very noticeable?
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    Any good Plasma recommendations? I take it they still have the burn in issues but not as bad as they used to correct? Is there a big difference in power consumption, both stand-by and powered?
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    Ah thanks. I'll look into those then.
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    The issue with the 40/42" inches is my room has around a 13 foot viewing distance. Wouldn't 46" be much more optimal for that?
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    I see, how about these two deals? I would go over $600 if needed, but checking these two out now. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...F8&me=&seller= http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&sku=A5698466&dgc=SS&cid=247364&lid=4282312 The Sharp is...
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    I tend to not go for open-box for monitors and TVs due to dead pixel returns - we've all done it. I don't know much of RCA and Westinghouse quality at this point. I remember they used to be pretty decent brands and Westinghouse used to have some nice monitors. Reviews in general are pretty...
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    46" RCA TV? Opinions

    Looking for a new TV. Won't be used much and not interested in 3D or Internet ready and all that. Anyone have or seen this tv? http://www.walmart.com/ip/RCA-46-Cla...R120Q/16207350 Or similar specs but a Westinghouse http://www.walmart.com/ip/Westinghou...-4680/20452138 I was...
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    Torchlight 2, My Impressions... (updated: 5/10/12 with Final Impressions)

    Ya, I just got a claw drop with 4 gem slots.
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    Torchlight 2, My Impressions... (updated: 5/10/12 with Final Impressions)

    Game seems alot of fun so far. Played some Berserker and Embermage. I usually don't like casters in ARPGs but it works in TL2. I might roll with Embermage first when the game comes out. I've been waiting for this game instead of D3, and now I'm happy I did ;)
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    PSA: You can now pre-load TW2: Enhanced Edition

    Just keep a head up for Steam sales as it's both the Mac and PC version.
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    PSA: You can now pre-load TW2: Enhanced Edition

    Why is there no Witcher 2 $20 sale!?! ;) I need to get this game.
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    How did you quit world of warcraft?

    Sold all my gold and got banned around a year after release. Quite a way to go! [Stopped played a little before that though as it was getting too tedious and boring.] I got my account unbanned but had no urge to go back.
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    Who uses an unusual kb/m config?

    Back in CS Beta, I used to use the arrow keys as I never even 'knew' about WASD. It became a problem in DoD when I needed to spring and prone and had to use the numpad for that (quite a pinky stretch). Soon after, WASD I went.
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    too many games

    The worst is a backlog of RPG games. Dragon Age Dragon Age 2 The Witcher FO:NV Skyrim ....
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    Steam sales bring out the niggard in me.

    Last game I bought in who knows how many years for close to full price was BF3. $45 after tax and it included: MoH:LE Dead Space Dead Space 2 Back to Karkand Other than that, I can't bring myself to buy games unless they are heavily discounted. I got Skyrim during the holiday sale but that's...
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    Kingdoms Of Amalur: Reckoning(Released on February 7th)

    Can't wait to pick it up on sale. Looks like a cross between single player WoW and Skyrim.
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    The OFFICIAL Anandtech Forums TeS V: Skyrim Thread

    Good point, I was actually rethinking 2H and completely rethinking Destro (I'll leave that for a Mage build). I'm probably going to go Dual Wield or 1H/Shield with Alteration. That's my problem with these games. It always takes me so long to decide what build to go for!
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    The OFFICIAL Anandtech Forums TeS V: Skyrim Thread

    Yeah I'm trying to explore on the way, little did I realize my exploration led me on the way of the main quest as well ;) As for skilling up, I'm going to probably pick 5 primary skills and stick to that (2H, Heavy Armor, BS, Enchanting and the last probably Destro). I just don't want to...
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    The OFFICIAL Anandtech Forums TeS V: Skyrim Thread

    Just got the game over the weekend and I up to Level 7 Nord now. Heading towards the Grey Beards now and ran across that Mage 'outpost' in the mountains, and then the cave with all the vampires. Just running into random things like that adds so much compared to what I remember of Oblivion, where...