Minority Mindset

As a gamer, here’s how I can customize my gaming experience in Rise of the Ronin:

1. Choose your preferred monitor.
2. Turn V-Sync on or off, depending on your display refresh rate.
3. Select the display mode: windowed, borderless, or fullscreen.
4. Limit the game’s frame rate to 30, 60, or 120 FPS.
5. Set a separate frame rate limit for cut-scenes.
6. Enable higher frame rates for menus if you play at 30fps.
7. Adjust the resolution from 720p to an ultra-high definition of 7680×4320, with various aspect ratios.
8. Turn HDR on or off.
9. Adjust the HDR settings according to your preference.
10. Change the screen brightness to suit your environment.
11. Select a graphics preset ranging from custom to very low.
12. Enable upscaling with options like FSR3, XeSS (on Steam Deck/ROG Ally), and adjust the quality according to native, quality, balanced, performance, or ultra-performance settings.
13. Adjust the upscaling sharpness to your liking.
14. Turn on frame generation if desired.
15. Enable dynamic resolution scaling.
16. Adjust the rendering resolution scale as needed.

Please note that while Rise of the Ronin is advertised to have DLSS and Reflex support, these options were not visible on my handheld devices as expected.

The second season of Severance has been a thrilling ride of feelings, and it’s easily one of the top TV shows of 2025 thus far. Mark has gradually uncovered more truths regarding his wife Gemma, while in Episode 7, we were given a glimpse into their tragic history that tugged at our heartstrings.

In the world of esports, quick transitions are common, and Juhan’s story is a classic example. As several users noted in the conversation, top-tier players can suddenly lose their standing, as demonstrated by Perkz’s case. “Perkz, who was once an MSI champion and finalist at the world level, was eliminated from challenger by Kasing,” user Durugar stated, demonstrating that even the most renowned players aren’t shielded from the unforeseen twists in competition. This underscores the idea that yesterday’s victor can swiftly transform into today’s underdog. Factors like team dynamics, player performance inconsistencies, and unexpected rivals can all significantly impact a player’s progression, making everyone involved in esports keenly aware that today’s triumph might not guarantee tomorrow’s prospects. It’s the kind of instability that fuels fans’ enthusiasm, but it can also leave those who admired the player during their prime feeling let down.

A common criticism within the community revolves around the increasing use of repeated animations in the legendary skin series. As pointed out by user Kinatta in an initial post, these once impressive legendary skins are starting to lose their artistic integrity. For example, they argue that the animations for new skins are so similar to the original character’s movements that it raises doubts about what defines a “legendary” skin today. The Dark Star Sylas skin was mentioned as an illustration of this pattern, causing players to ponder if the title is now more about advertising than artistry. User MazrimReddit expressed their disappointment, saying, “Wow, that Xayah skin is so uninspired, it’s rehashed from base Xayah.” It seems that many believe they are not getting enough value for their money, and when the novelty of a flashy new skin wears off due to familiarity, enthusiasm decreases.

Imagine queuing up for a game of League of Legends, excited to either progress in ranked play or have a fun match with friends. However, you’re placed with a team who seem more focused on socializing over voice chat rather than strategizing for the game. While the rest of your team is struggling to make progress or just aiming for an Altar of Victory, they continue laughing and joking. As CanJammer puts it, it feels like being trapped in your own game, where your individual efforts seem pointless. This situation often brings a mix of amusement and intense frustration to players, as they commiserate about their shared predicament.

One of the most prevalent issues players reported revolved around connection bugs that made actually joining a game feel more like a game of hide-and-seek with the servers. Users like phantomriya reported encountering a “can’t connect” message when trying to enter ranked games, which was as enjoyable as stepping in gum on a hot summer day. With a reproduction rate of 10/10, it’s safe to say that this bug was more reliable than many of us are with our new year’s resolutions. Another user, sirmantex, echoed phantomriya’s woes, mentioning that every 4 or 5 matches, at least one player couldn’t connect. Ah, the joy of inviting your friends over for a party only to realize nobody can find the front door. It’s clear that connection issues were a significant theme, leading players to unite in their misery like a support group for connection error casualties.