Console gaming (XBOX, Playstation, Nintendo, etc) or PC gaming.
Gaming
Why Can't I Connect My Bluetooth PS4 Controller To My PC?
Episode 1745
Alex fromAlex recently built a new PC with an AMD 8 core processor. But he can't connect a Bluetooth PS4 controller to it. It can detect his cell phone, but not his controller. Leo says that if he can pair it to other devices, then he should try reconnecting it to the PS4 and see if there's an update to the controller. If there is, update it. Then try again!
Did Windows 10 2004 mess up my video card?
Episode 1732
Paul fromPaul was forced to update to Windows 10 2004, he is having issues playing games. Leo says 2004 has been messing up a lot of installs and he suspects it likely messed up the video card driver. Try rebooting into safe mode and see if the game will run. If you can see the video, then it's definitely the video driver. Leo also recommends manually changing the drivers itself. You can go to your video card manufacturer website and download and install the latest driver for that card. There's also a reference driver, and a Microsoft certified driver. Try all three.
Can I upgrade my computer for Microsoft Flight Simulator?
Episode 1732
Charles fromCharles wants to run the new Microsoft Flight Sim on his computer, but it can't handle it. Can he upgrade the motherboard and CPU and will that be enough? Leo says that the new sim looks nearly as real as real life. Smooth and realistic. Flight Sims are really high end and even the minimum requirements that Microsoft suggests are probably not good enough.
Should I Build a Gaming Computer?
Episode 1729
Kyle fromKyle is building a gaming computer and wants a decent budget system. Leo says the real key is the video performance. He'll want it to be smooth. So Frame Rate is key. Here's the thing. Building a computer doesn't give that much advantage anymore. He's not going to save money. The real benefit is learning how a computer works. But he'll be his own support because who does one call if there's a problem? Each part supplier will pass the buck.
What's a Good Gaming Monitor?
Episode 1721
Patricia fromChristina is looking to get a huge gaming monitor for her nephew. HP or LG 24"? Leo says that it depends on how great an Aunt she wants to be. HP and LG both make videos that are curved and are very popular with gamers. Even some as large as 39". So it doesn't really matter which brand she gets. 24" is a little small, but if the kid likes that size, either would be fine. The key is what refresh rate it has, 120 Hz is good for gaming. And if it's listed as a gaming monitor, it will. And they aren't expensive at $175. The 29" LG is also very popular. $225
Microsoft Announces New Games and online gaming service
Episode 1713
Microsoft announced some new versions of old games at their annual Xbox Games Showcase including Tetris and Halo Infinite. Microsoft is also making all their games available through Microsoft Game Pass, a monthly subscription service. Leo also says that Microsoft is also working on a new streaming game service, codenamed XCloud, which won't require a game platform. Users will play anywhere on any device, as the game servers will do all the work.
Why is TWiTCH so successful for live streaming?
Episode 1712
Mike fromMike is a gamer and likes TWiTCH. Leo says that what makes TWiTCH so good is that Amazon is hands-off, not messing with how they do it. Now Facebook wants to get into the live streaming gaming act.
Can I Connect My Xbox Controller to My Desktop?
Episode 1707
Aaron fromAaron's kids play a lot of Fortnite on the Xbox, but it's only a one-player game and he has two kids. So he bought a refurbished Dell computer for $150 and added a graphics card to it. Is there a way to hook the Xbox controller to the computer? Leo says you can, even wirelessly. But recently, the Xbox controller has stopped working even though it works with Microsoft's Xbox app. It doesn't work with Fortnite. Leo says to try using Bluetooth, but it's possible that Anti-Cheating features are blocking it because desktops may have an advantage through tricks and hacks like Aimbots.
What's a good gaming laptop for under $1200?
Episode 1694
Erin fromErin's son wants a good gaming computer that he can also use for video editing. He also wants a laptop. His budget is around $1200. Leo says that the good news is that a good gaming computer than do video editing easily and vice versa. Laptop gaming machines, however, are less powerful because of heat issues. They are also difficult to upgrade so that you won't be able to future proof it. That's why a desktop is likely a better option. And you'll get more bang for your buck too. But if a laptop is a must, Leo recommends starting at Alienware; it's the gaming arm of Dell.
Sam Abuelsamid and flipping a switch
Episode 1682
Sam joins Leo to clear the air over why President Trump had to evoke the Defense Authorization Act to get automobile manufacturers to switch to making ventilators for the pandemic. Sam says GM didn't refuse to help; it's just a huge task to make a switch from making cars to making medical equipment. And using the DAA enables the government to clear several hurdles to enable them to make medical equipment that will pass FDA regs. You can just flip a switch.