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However, each time the efforts either fail spectacularly or simply peter out into nothing after much fanfare.

And they claim that this tech will be compatible with every current gaming console on the market.

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How does this work?

And does it work effectively?

I got some hands-on time with the product to see for myself.

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How does it work?

According to the company, creating these triggering events turned out to be over 80% success rate.

Does it work well?

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Now heres the million-dollar question: and the answer is mostly, but with some caveats.

The essential oils do smell like theyre supposed to thanks to the engineers who developed them.

And the gunpowder one was not pleasant, which is a very good thing.

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It can also use a wired connection as well, adding even more versatility.

When the GameScent first activated during gameplay, I eagerly awaited the heavy smell of gunpowder and car tires.

Is it worth getting?

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I only had a limited time period with the GameScent and it did impress me overall.

Its a clearly well-thought-out and well-built machine with some excellent tech behind it.

That said, it still feels like the tech isnt fully there yet.

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Other senses like sight, sound, and feel work because experiencing them is almost instantaneous.

But no matter what, scent seems to elude the media experience.

Though thankfully the gadget does manage to accurately capture the actual scent itself, once diffusion is complete.

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If you have the extra cash and are curious, its a fun buy.

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