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Modern Games That Hit Different on a CRT
CRTs have been out of the mainstream for over two decades, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t modern games that get something a little special from being displayed by a high-voltage electron gun instead of twisty liquid crystals. From properly modern 3D games to modern retro-style indie titles, here are ten modern games that hit different if you play them…
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How an Old CRT Monitor Turned My Handheld PC Into the Perfect Retro PC Gaming System
Summary I found a decent CRT, optimal for retro PC gaming: A Samsung SyncMaster 793s from local markets, fully functional! Classic PC games like DOOM and Quake look superb on CRT screens, adding nostalgia, plus better image quality. Hooked up handheld PC to CRT for enhanced gaming experience, leading to a compact, portable setup with no impact on handheld use.…
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These Are the Consoles You Should Be Using With a CRT
Summary Consoles made before PS3/Xbox 360 era are best played on CRT. PS3 and Xbox 360 era consoles designed for HD, not ideal for CRT use. HD CRT TVs exist, rare, but provide optimal display for games like PS3 and Xbox 360. You may have heard that retro gamers are buying up old-school CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) TVs in order…
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With CRT Screens Dying, Clever Coders are Working on a CRT Simulator
Summary The end of CRT screens is near. CRTs offer superior motion clarity, black levels, and color vibrancy compared to most current displays. A new CRT simulator algorithm can reduce blur on flat screens and bring back the benefits of CRT motion clarity. Tube TVs have been heading for complete extinction for an while now, and retro gaming and computing…
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