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[cyberheater]

So to utilize those elements we just add them to our launch executable?

Or can you access console with a controller?

Don't understand the question. The resolution support quoted is to do with the way that Big Picture Mode renders itself via the graphics card to the screen.

 

[Felix Lighter]

Having that in their promotional material is probably going to give ASRock a nice little boost in sales for that box.

 

[CambriaRising]

I work for a F2P browser MMO company. We are ready for deployment a week before we do. You need to test this shit thoroughly.

And that's just for updates and patches. No big features.

There is no universe where this thing hasn't been finished before today. But for whatever reason they might be having issues pushing it to over 50 million users all at once.

 

[bernardobri]

What the hell? That PC's specs are great for its size, why is this the first time I've heard of it?

How "great" are we talking in terms of games performance?

 

[MrCunningham]

Having that in their promotional material is probably going to give ASRock a nice little boost in sales for that box.

Talking about hardware reminds me of this recent quote:

It gets more interesting from there. "We're frustrated by the lack of innovation in the computer hardware space though, so we're jumping in," Valve declares. "Even basic input, the keyboard and mouse, haven't really changed in any meaningful way over the years. There's a real void in the marketplace, and opportunities to create compelling user experiences are being overlooked."

Hmm.... I am thinking Valve will be working on a new controller method for Big Picture Mode. It makes sense when you think about it.

 

[JordanKZ]

How "great" are we talking in terms of games performance?

Actually not half bad. Nothing staggering, but it'll definitely play most games on medium/high at 1080p.

 

[chickdigger802]

Don't understand the question. The resolution support quoted is to do with the way that Big Picture Mode renders itself via the graphics card to the screen.

to get it to run natively on my 1440p monitor. What do I do?

 

[kennah]

Actually not half bad. Nothing staggering, but it'll definitely play most games on medium/high at 1080p.

With a 7850 and you could put in a higher end i5 or i7 if you wanted. Yeah surprising value.

 

[crimsonheadGCN]

Talking about hardware reminds me of this recent quote:



Hmm.... I am thinking Valve will be working on a new controller method for Big Picture Mode. It makes sense when you think about it.

Valve has already patented a controller:

http://kotaku.com/5890372/is-this-valves-control-pad-design/gallery/1

Surprisingly it has the same default configuration as the Wii U Pro Controller, but the sticks can be modified.

 

[grendelrt]

With a 7850 and you could put in a higher end i5 or i7 if you wanted. Yeah surprising value.

Be careful, that is a 7850M not a 7850 =)

 

[Damian.]

Valve has already patented a controller:

http://kotaku.com/5890372/is-this-valves-control-pad-design/gallery/1

Surprisingly it has the same default configuration as the Wii U Pro Controller, but the sticks can be modified.

That controller is fucking perfect!

 

[Wario64]

Perfect? button placement is weird.

 

[AzaK]

I am not a PC gamer, but this looks very attractive to me. A Wii U for Nintendo games, and Steam for all the other stuff that won't come to it. I wonder how expensive a minimum spec PC would be to make?

 

[paperspace]

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[Andrea23]

Talking about hardware reminds me of this recent quote:



Hmm.... I am thinking Valve will be working on a new controller method for Big Picture Mode. It makes sense when you think about it.

 

[cyberheater]

to get it to run natively on my 1440p monitor. What do I do?

You'd use the hidden command line -fulldesktopres W x H

But we won't know exactly how to do that until it comes out.

 

[Delusibeta]

I work for a F2P browser MMO company. We are ready for deployment a week before we do. You need to test this shit thoroughly.

And that's just for updates and patches. No big features.

Do you know the meaning of the word "beta" with regards to computer software, because it sounds like you don't.

 

[Gustav]

Do you know the meaning of the word "beta" with regards to computer software, because it sounds like you don't.

Are you for real?

 

[senahorse]

i think what valve/someone needs to do now is to make like a Cat5 orlan box for streaming hdmi/usb over your electric sockets. would be waay cheaper and hassle-free than making another htpc or whatever.

If you live in a place where you can run some Cat6 you can pass HDMI and USB over that.

I currently have it setup so both mine and my gf's PC's can connect to both the TV in the lounge and the rumpus. We are using HDMI extenders over Cat6 and USB extenders over Cat6 (with a usb hub). I usually play PC games in the rumpus on a plasma while my PC is upstairs, the HDMI straight into the receiver and in the USB hub I have a bluetooth kb/mouse dongle, a wireless 360 receiver, Logitech desktop mic and a G25.

I have been using this setup for about 6 months now and it is flawless (apart from a couple of teething issues with the USB hub).

If the Cat6 runs are short (in my case no longer than 30M/100ft) you can get away with cheaper HDMI and USB extenders. If not you will have to buy something more expensive.

The HDMI extender I am using:

About $40* on Ebay

And the USB extender I am using:

About $80* from a local store (USB 2.0)

*Australian prices

I have also used powered USB cables in the past without an issue.

 

[Jasper Avenue]

I need this now.

 

[cyberheater]

If you live in a place where you can run some Cat6 you can pass HDMI and USB over that.

I currently have it setup so both mine and my gf's PC's can connect to both the TV in the lounge and the rumpus.

What's a rumpus? It sounds.... Dirty

 

[StalkerUKCG]

Is it live yet? Nothing on my steam and I wanted to give this a test before bed.

 

[JordanKZ]

Is it live yet? Nothing on my steam and I wanted to give this a test before bed.

Not a thing. If you're already in the beta you can select "File" and then "Check for client updates..."

 

[Dacvak]

We've got a fun thread on reddit going to help users build a cheap Steambox for their TV, if anyone's interested. http://www.reddit.com/r/buildapc/comments/zo9x4/build_help_in_light_of_big_picture_lets_design_an/

 

[StalkerUKCG]

Not a thing. If you're already in the beta you can select "File" and then "Check for client updates..."

Guess ill have another look when i wake up :/

 

[Technosteve]

Hey was expecting to get this update by now, about to move my pc next to the tv.


I regret buying a PC case the size of my tv now =(

 

[jediyoshi]

Valve Reveals VR Headset as Next Hardware Project

Not sure what's sadder, the fact the article revolves around a single picture of another article or how hard the headline is trying to push something that isn't the case.

 

[senahorse]

What's a rumpus? It sounds.... Dirty

I guess it's what people in the US call a basement? Basically a room downstairs used for gaming, movies etc.

 

[fluffydelusions]

I guess it's what people in the US call a basement? Basically a room downstairs used for gaming, movies etc.

Edit: misread

 

[elementalsin]

I'm from US and never heard this before. We call it basement or cellar...not sure what "rumpus" is

I believe he means people in the US would call it a basement... while he refers to it as a rumpus

 

[PaulLFC]

I'm from US and never heard this before. We call it basement or cellar...not sure what "rumpus" is

Google says:

rum·pus/ˈrəmpəs/
Noun:
A noisy disturbance; a commotion: "he caused a rumpus with his flair for troublemaking".

That's the only way I've ever heard it used before now.

 

[cyberheater]

I guess it's what people in the US call a basement? Basically a room downstairs used for gaming, movies etc.

Okay. I wish my house had a big basement. Although. If I had a 'rumpus' for gaming. My wife would never see me.

 

[fluffydelusions]

I believe he means people in the US would call it a basement... while he refers to it as a rumpus

Yeah, totally misread that lol...

 

[senahorse]

If used with room you get the context I was going for:

rum·pus room
Noun:
A room, typically in the basement of a house, used for games and recreation.

 

[Huevos de Oro]

How nice of Gabe to wait for me to get back home from work before flipping the switch on BPM.

 

[Ysiadmihi]

Has it been said how you will switch between the two interfaces yet?

 

[csquared587]

I assume this will still launch other applications for you? I plan on using this as an emulator launcher as well. I just need to figure out how to launch individual games with their own settings like that.

 

[alr1ght]

Has it been said how you will switch between the two interfaces yet?

there's a button

 

[Exuro]

Has it been said how you will switch between the two interfaces yet?

Well in the video it shows the big picture button in the top right. I assume it's just as simple with BP to reg mode.

 

[MrBig]

Has it been said how you will switch between the two interfaces yet?

There's a button the top right of the client. The video explains a bunch of stuff.

 

[ScreenSplitter]

I assume this will still launch other applications for you? I plan on using this as an emulator launcher as well. I just need to figure out how to launch individual games with their own settings like that.

I saw something with an N64 emulator where it was like a hub. No idea what it was, looked perfect for that though.

 

[fluffydelusions]

Has it been said how you will switch between the two interfaces yet?

 

[Ysiadmihi]

Ah thanks, didn't have a chance to watch it yet.

 

[cyberheater]

We've got a fun thread on reddit going to help users build a cheap Steambox for their TV, if anyone's interested. http://www.reddit.com/r/buildapc/comments/zo9x4/build_help_in_light_of_big_picture_lets_design_an/

Interesting. I'll follow it.

 

[Deepo]

there's a button

I know it is beta and all, but while we are talking about it:

That's not a very pretty button now, is it?

 

[QuantumBro]

I know it is beta and all, but while we are talking about it:

That's not a very pretty button now, is is?

It would have been much better as a option in the Steam menu.

 

[cyberheater]

I know it is beta and all, but while we are talking about it:

That's not a very pretty button now, is is?

But I'll only ever have to press it once

 

[SteveWinwood]

It would have been much better as a option in the Steam menu.

Not accessible enough.

 

[Randdalf]

I know it is beta and all, but while we are talking about it:

That's not a very pretty button now, is it?

Makes me think that they might be doing another UI overhaul and that's a temporary measure.

What is also interesting, is that my Steam's font has been in italics ever since the last UI change and I never fixed it, so now I'm used to it.

 

[gdt]

Valve: Where "later in the day" actually means "11:59pm."