Haptic Feedback

There is some OLD news and topics, as it's been difficult to set aside time to podcast with the group.

In this episode we ask is modern gaming a chore, Game Over, Deal Done  Activision & Microsoft. We are the Borg, resistance is futile. We will add your biological and technological distinctiveness. Xbox Adorably all digital? Consoles a thing of the past?

00:00:00 Let's talk tech

00:04:17 PlayStation, Sayonara Jim PlayStation going Home?

01:18:27 2023 the best year for gaming?

01:44:40 Predictions for 2024

02:03:19 Conclusions, What games are we playing and what tech are we playing with.

This podcast was recorded 14/01/24

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about gaming in 2022? Was it a quiet year for gaming releases with a number of stellar games? How did Xbox and PlayStation stack up in 2022, and what were the most notable games related moments?

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about Xbox versus PlayStation. As 2 of 3 big console players enter the Octagon, we ask ourselves is the console war real? Are console fan boys being put out of job and could we be seeing the beginning of the end of the Activision Blizzard deal?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we AMD, Intel & Nvidia GPUs, how does each company stand in the GPU landscape. Are graphics cards getting so expensive your need a bank loan to get one?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about Game of the Year, what's the point! Given 2022 was such quite year for Game Releases is there any value in doing the award. Was the GOTY any good, is it maturing as event that reflects the industry?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about the state of the world economy, is it hurting games? Will gaming become an even more expensive hobby! Will games see another price rise? £90 games incoming? Physical Game Stores even less viable?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about PC Gaming CPUs, the CPU wars have begun. AMD Fires First with Zen4 but there are blanks! Raptor Lake responds, Intel that’s a Big Gun! CPU Wars, we’ve won a battle not the War! what’s the next Theatre of War?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about the PlayStation and Xbox Dance Off! PlayStation won't let go of Call of Duty, and well to hell with bad optics. The Xbox and Activision deal starts to look less likely.

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about game events, have they returned to form and are they what they were pre-pandemic. Was Gamescon cringe worthy or worthy as the biggest European games event? Did the Destiny showcase do enough and is Warframe Tennocon how it should be done?

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode In this episode we talk about Game of the Year - What's the point! AMD, Intel and Nvidia Next Gen GPUs, lottery numbers at the ready! Xbox & PlayStation, enter the Octagon, fight! 2022 what will you remember?

00:00:00 Let's talk tech

00:03:48 Game of the Year - What's the point!

00:32:23 AMD, Intel and Nvidia Next Gen GPUs lottery numbers at the ready!

01:09:28 Xbox & PlayStation, enter the Octagon, fight!

01:53:01 2022 what will you remember?

02:12:10 Conclusions, What games are we playing and what tech are we playing with.

This podcast was recorded 07/01/23

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about recent game events! A non event or a return to form? PlayStation and Xbox Dance Off!? Or Hand bags at 10 paces? Is the global economy affecting gaming? Economics of Fail! AMD, Intel, Nvidia are about to enter another generation … but is it next gen? And will Joe ever stop loving Warframe?

00:00:00 Let's talk tech

00:04:22 Game events! A non event or a return to form?

01:05:06 PlayStation and Xbox Dance Off!? Or Hand bags at 10 paces?

01:46:46 AMD, Intel, Nvidia are about to enter another generation but is it next gen?

02:35:43 Is the global economy affecting gaming? Economics of Fail!

03:04:33 Conclusions, What games are we playing and what tech are we playing with.

This podcast was recorded 03/09/22

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about showcases, showcase showdown Xbox vs PlayStation, style over substance? Do Sony PlayStation even care about show cases and events? Do Microsoft Xbox have anything to show in 2022? Is it the death of Showcases as we know it.

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Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about Game Pass, how much does it take to run it? Is a loss lead or just loss. Why doesn't Sony want a day and date Game Pass of its own? Does PlayStation have a different approach in mind? Is Game Pass the only way to win the day?

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Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about The Man Cave, me Tarzan you Jane! What's your tech fantasy? What will your tech and gaming Mantuary house? Retro, current gen and PC tech? How much would you spend on it?

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Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about Games that ruin you! Video Game Addiction real? How are different countries treating or combating the issue and is the Video Games Industry doing enough?

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Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

In this episode we talk about Games that ruin you! Video Game Addiction real? The Man Cave, me Tarzan you Jane! What's your fantasy? Game Pass, how much does it take to run it? Loss lead or just Loss, Showcase showdown Xbox vs PlayStation, style over substance? And will Al ever stop playing mobile games?

00:00:00 Let's talk tech

00:03:58 Games that ruin you! Video Game Addiction real?

00:36:44 The Man Cave, me Tarzan you Jane! What's your fantasy?

00:52:06 Game Pass, how much does it take to run it? Loss lead or just Loss

01:13:12 Showcase showdown Xbox vs PlayStation, style over substance?

01:50:24 Conclusions, What games are we playing and what tech are we playing with.

This podcast was recorded 19/07/22

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Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we talk about Steam Deck! Is it a catalyst for portable comebacks? Will Microsoft or Sony take note and enter the portable games device market (Again for Sony)? Is Steam Deck really a Windows PC gaming device or is it a device that pushes forward Linux Gaming.

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Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we ask WTF is the Metaverse? Is this another Tech Gold Rush, or the inevitable direction of the human race. Do we have existing Metaverse's in the shape of MMOs, Live Service Games, VR and Fortnite? What contributes to the Metaverse, are we being primed for it?

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Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

0:00 Let's talk tech

0:03:57 The Metaverse - What The F is it?

0:44:26 The State of VR in 2022, virtually there?

1:07 :57 PC Games hardware in 2022 … who else has the fastest gaming CPU now!

1:49:17 Steam Deck, is it a catalyst for portable comebacks?

2:16:34 Xbox looms large, PS plus revamp … what's the plan!

3:22:26 Conclusions, What games are we playing and what tech are we playing with.

This podcast was recorded 26/04/21

In this episode we talk about The Metaverse - What The F is it? The State of VR in 2022, virtually there? PC Games hardware in 2022 … who else has the fastest gaming CPU now! Steam Deck, is it a catalyst for portable comebacks? Xbox looms large, PS plus revamp … what's the plan! And will J ever stop talking about Destiny?

Looking forward to hearing your views. Have a stellar day!

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we talk about PC Games hardware in 2022, who else has the fastest gaming CPU? Are AMD 5800X3D, Intel 12900KS, and Nvidia 3090 Ti worth it? Or are they just Halo products for marketing purposes. Can we expect a massive leap in PC Games hardware performance end of 2022?

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Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we talk about the State of VR in 2022, virtually there? Fan Boys will hate this but will PlayStation VR2 also be a PC product and does it fill a gap in the market?

Looking forward to hearing your views. Have a stellar day!

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we talk about The Metaverse - What The F is it? The State of VR in 2022, virtually there? PC Games hardware in 2022 … who else has the fastest gaming CPU now! Steam Deck, is it a catalyst for portable comebacks? Xbox looms large, PS plus revamp … what's the plan! And will J ever stop talking about Destiny?

Looking forward to hearing your views. Have a stellar day!

Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Haptic Feedback Podcast.

Haptic Feedback is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software. Haptic Feedback was formally known as the Neutral Lounge.

In this episode we talk about the Looming threat of Xbox, live service, PS productions, PS plus revamp … what's the plan! What levers can Sony pull and how will they compete?

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Haptic Feedback is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Neutral Lounge Podcast.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about The Game Awards reflective of gaming or just too Hollywood? Are the Game Awards merely an entertainment cash cow and does it have the credibility to push video games as craft into the public eye?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Neutral Lounge Podcast.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk AMD, Intel, Nvidia how did they stack up at CES, unlimited competition between the big 3? Are Intel ahead of the pack again? Are the China Challengers going to catch up in the next 5 years? How do we see the landscape in the next 5 years?

**The podcast was recorded before the Nvidia 3090 TI released … at the time it looked like vapourware**

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Neutral Lounge Podcast.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about PlayStation VR2, virtual reality next gen and is it for The Metaverse? Will PS VR2 accelerate our march towards the Metaverse with cross media features and services from Sony all playing their part. Ultimately will Sony only be able sell us VR head sets in years to come?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Neutral Lounge Podcast.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about consolidation, the predators are out, who will Microsoft and Sony consume next? Capcom, EA, From Soft, WB Games, Square Enix, 2K, Konami, Sega, Namco Bandai, & Ubisoft are they all up for grabs. It's good for business but is it good for gaming?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Split Screen is a smaller sized segment taken from the Neutral Lounge Podcast.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about Her Majesty's Secret Game Service? Will PlayStation Project Spartacus beat Game Pass at its own game? Does Project Spartacus in fact have cross media ambitions or related to the Metaverse?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about Her Majesty's Secret Game Service? Will PlayStation Project Spartacus beat Game Pass at its own game? The consolidation predators are out, who will Microsoft and Sony consume next? The Game Awards reflective of quality or just too Hollywood? AMD, Intel, Nvidia how did they stack up at CES, winners and losers? PlayStation VR2, virtual reality next gen and is it for The Metaverse? 2021 in review, an inflexion year and one to remember?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe, Al & J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about  Dark Theory - release incomplete, PlayStation Showcase and News - R they playing 4D Chess? Epic vs Apple lawsuit outcome & findings, Status Quo? Video Games Industry vs Gamer Time, 40 somethings need not apply? D2 Resurrected, more Activision & Blizzard Woes? and Nintendo Direct

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al with our guest J, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about  Destiny … is there a Destiny, Mobile Gaming why it works and why it doesn't, Intel Arc & Alderlake - Architecture Day, Intel come out swinging, AMD Leaks & 3D Cache thank you Gigabyte, & Gamescom 2021 News, better online than E3?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about E3 2021 was it null event, Portable Gaming Devices and the state of the market, Remasters, Reboots, Remakes, The Amiga a classic 16 bit Gaming Computer and Windows 11

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about Computex 2021, Epic vs Apple, Risc CPUs and how it changes gaming, is PlayStation turning a corner this generation, Our Anticipated Games of 2021, and Xbox is it for the Gamers?

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about the state of PlayStation, is Sony Complacent or Evil, Our favourite games across genres, platforms and gaming moments, the state of Cyberpunk 2077.

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about Game Pass, Bethesda and Game Services, Intel, AMD and Nvidia in 2021 (so far), PS VR 2, Cloud Gaming and experiences with Stadia, Nvidia Now and PS Now.

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.

In this episode we talk about Blizzcon and Blizzard, The Steam PC Hardware Survey, AMD Laptops in 2021, Free to Play Games and NVidia's Crypto Mining Processor

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.

Neutral Lounge is a Podcast about Video Games and Games Hardware, we also cover technology broadly including computer hardware and software.  In this episode we talk about console launches, the big three PC and Console chip makers, and how ray tracing and fast SSD Technology might change the way we play.    

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Neutral Lounge is hosted by Joe and Al, and the opinions in the podcast are our own, and not that of any organization we are connected with.