**Hardcore Mode** means permadeath; one life, one try. I enjoy playing games in this mode (be it selecting it if the game supports it or self imposed) because it doesn't really makes games harder, makes them *unforgiving*. It keeps you at the edge of your seat, makes victory sweeter and defeat more meaningful. _____ ##Stream settings - **Resolution:** 810p 60 fps (1440x810 - 16:9) - **Encoder:** Nvidia NVENC H.264 - **Bitrate:** ~7500 Kbps - Audio: AAC 160 kbps (~1 MBps download required for Source quality) - **Streaming software**: OBS ([Open Broadcaster](http://obsproject.com)) ##PC Specs - **CPU:** AMD Ryzen R7 5800X - **GPU:** Asus 3070 Dual - **Mobo:** Asus x470 Crosshair VII Hero - **RAM:** 16 GB DDR-3600 - **Main Monitor:** Acer XF240H 24" 1080p 144Hz FreeSync - **Second Monitor:** AOC 2261W 22" 1080p 60Hz - **Storage:** 500 GB Samsung 960 EVO NVMe 1 TB Samsung 870 EVO SSD 1 TB Samsung 860 EVO SSD 3 TB Toshiba DT01ACA300 HDD 6 TB Western Digital Red Plus NAS HDD