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The Best Videogame Hardware and Games of 2023

Dec 22, 2023
The hosts discuss gaming hardware including the Asus ROG AllyXG Mobile 4090 and OLED Steam Deck. They talk about their experiences with gaming hardware and their enthusiasm for the Asus ecosystem. They praise the game 'Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' and discuss various exciting video games such as 'Sea of Stars' and 'Blasphemous 2'. They also share their holiday gaming plans including playing 'Spider-Man 2', 'Dave the Diver', and 'Dredge'.
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  • The hosts discuss the evolution of gaming hardware and highlight the benefits of portable gaming and versatility of devices like the Asus ROG Ally and Steam Deck OLED.
  • They share their favorite games of 2023, including Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, High Five Rush, Kainu, and Sea of Stars, providing insights into their gameplay mechanics, storylines, and visual elements.

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In this final episode of the year, the hosts discuss their favorite video games and hardware of 2023. They highlight the evolution of gaming hardware, sharing their personal experiences with devices like the Microsoft Surface, Asus ROG Ally, and Steam Deck OLED. They explore the benefits of portable gaming and the versatility of the Steam Deck, which has gained developer support and improved hardware features. The hosts also discuss their favorite games of the year, including Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, High Five Rush, Kainu, and Sea of Stars. They provide insights into the gameplay mechanics, storylines, and visual elements that make these games stand out. Lastly, they share their disappointments of the year, upcoming gaming predictions for 2024, and their plans to play more games from their backlogs.

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