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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Sep 16

This is what's turning me off from Borderlands 4. He needs to STFU and let Gearbox handle PR. Being dismissive and telling people to “get a refund or play something else” is not the way to go. These are customers who want to play and are raising valid concerns—yet he stays passive-aggressive.

Borderlands 4 boss tells players "please get a refund from Steam if you aren't happy" as Randy Pitchford continues his very public crashout over the FPS's performance woes

"If you're not happy using the tools available to you to improve frame rate and you're not happy with the frame rate you have, you should play a different game"

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Time Extension @timeextension.com · Sep 10

Crowdfunding For Open-Source FPGA Game Boy Clone 'Game Bub' Is Now Live. (Image: @eli_lipsitz)

Crowdfunding For Open-Source FPGA Game Boy Clone 'Game Bub' Is Now Live

"The first fully open-source FPGA retro-emulation handheld"

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Sep 10

@teamcherry.bsky.social I saw a demo for Silksong when I attended E3 2019. Mesmerized by what I saw, I bought Hollow Knight on my Switch that same night and instantly fell in love. Today, I'm finally playing Silksong and falling in love all over again. Just wanted to share and to say thank you.

BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jul 29

New blog just dropped: “Caught in the Noise: Missing the Magic of Yesterday.” A heartfelt look at what gaming used to feel like—and why I still care. If you’ve ever missed the magic, this one’s for you.
📖 bit.ly/4llhIed
#gamingculture #retrogaming #gamersunite

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jul 12

New blog post:
The Switch 2 Is Fine — But Is That Enough?

My deep dive into Nintendo’s latest console, why Mario Kart World feels safe, and why I’ve been reaching for my Steam Deck more lately. It’s personal. It’s honest. Enjoy.

🔗 bit.ly/4lReJe1
#Switch2 #SteamDeck #GamingReflections #BloggingSky

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jul 4

Delays, discomfort, and the death of wonder. My latest essay started with a frustrating flight—but it became something more.

✈️ “The Illusion of Progress” is about what we’ve lost… and how we might still build something better.

👉 bit.ly/4lde9XW

#FutureOfTravel #PublicInfrastructure #HopeInMotion

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Anthony Michael Kreis @anthonymkreis.bsky.social · Jul 3

why did this make me laugh

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jun 28

✨ New Release ✨
My latest track “In the Quiet Beyond” is now live on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music!

If you're looking for something to get lost in, give it a listen 🎧

Spotify: bit.ly/40pH9n0
Apple: bit.ly/40u16sK
YouTube: bit.ly/4kdJdpa
Amazon: bit.ly/4493PKA

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jun 24

I know I'm late to the party but...I am addicted to Vampire Survivors. It's just so fun. The tributes to other games are just so wholesome, and the roguelike approach makes replaying the same level after you fail just so fulfilling. I recently got it on a Steam sale and now I've played nearly 30hrs.

BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Jun 9

E3 is a memory, yet summer gaming previews are still going strong. It's pretty wild, all these gaming announcements this past week. And while there are a couple of AAA games I'm excited for, what makes me even happier is all these new studios with indie titles coming out. Gaming is still thriving.

a baby wearing headphones and a headband .

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Game Rumors @playswave.com · Jun 7

Capcom announced Resident Evil Requiem at Summer Game Fest, returning to Raccoon City on February 27, 2026.

The game features new protagonist Grace Ashcroft and promises a blend of psychological horror and action with stunning visuals.

#ResidentEvilRequiem

Resident Evil Requiem Brings the Series Back to Raccoon City on February 27, 2026

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Apr 23

Took forever to download. Then when I attempted to finally play it, took forever to compile shaders. But in the end, I made it to the water. Worth it. #oblivionremastered #watergraphics

BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Apr 20

New post—The Price of Gaming: Here We Go Again

$70 ports. $80 “upgrades.” $90 nostalgia tax. Déjà vu.
But there’s still hope—and power—in the hands of the players.
It’s not just a rant—it’s a rally. 😎🔥

Read it here: www.theparadigmsociety.com/post/the-pri...

#Gaming #GameIndustry #GamersRemember

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Retro Game Art 🎮🖼️☃️🎄🎁 @retrogameart.bsky.social · Apr 18

Super Metroid was released 31 years ago today in North America.

#retro #art #gaming #Metroid

Samus blasting creature in Super Metroid

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OneCakeLady @onecakelady.bsky.social · Apr 14

One day or day one. You decide. 🌅 Start now and thank yourself later for today’s effort! #DayOne #MakeItCount

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Apr 13

Just finished Assassin’s Creed II for the first time—what an experience. Revisiting the series from the beginning has been an absolute blast. Gorgeous music, incredible world, and still holds up very well. The first game walked so this one could run. Glad I finally played it myself.

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Apr 5

The Switch 2 reveal is here — and I had a lot of thoughts. From the presentation to the fine print, this piece dives into the excitement, concerns, nostalgia, and what it all means as a longtime Nintendo fan. If you’re curious, I hope you’ll give it a read: www.theparadigmsociety.com/post/weighin...

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Ghostbusters.net @ghostbusters.net · Mar 22

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire was released in North America a year ago today.

What’s your favorite part of the movie?

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital.

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Mar 14

I'm very excited to be getting a new official game in the series. It looks absolutely breathtaking as much as it looks disturbing, something Silent Hill does well. The setting and time period is quite unique as well as intriguing. I'm hoping it's a new, fresh, and memorable experience.

Wario64 @wario64.bsky.social · Mar 13

Silent Hill f steam page is up, trailer and screenshots/info buff.ly/SxWZkVl

In 1960s Japan, Shimizu Hinako's secluded town of Ebisugaoka is consumed by a sudden fog, transforming her home into a haunting nightmare.

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Resident Evil @residentevil.capcomusa.com · Mar 13

It's been 16 years since Resident Evil 5 first released in North America! How many boulders have you sent packing since then?

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Mar 11

I’ve always kept my thoughts to myself, but silence isn’t an option anymore. I wrote something deeply personal—about history, injustice & hope for change. If you read it, I hope it makes you think. 💭

📖 Read here: bit.ly/3QZ6grG

#TheGreatAmericanMeltingPot #Humanity #Hope #HistoryMatters

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Mar 9

Systems are great and all. But it's the games that get me to buy the system. A new Xbox system just has me reminiscing about them hyping their past systems where they repeated the word "teraflops" all the time. Cool engine, bro. But what am I playing on it? Same thing on PC? I'm good. 🤣

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Mar 9

🚀 New Music Alert! 🚀

My new track, "The Next Level", is out! 🎶 A mix of synthpop, new age, 8-bit chiptune, piano, and a beat, it’s my most experimental piece yet. My new music program is expanding my horizons, and I’m proud of this one. Check it out!

🔊 Listen here: open.spotify.com/track/3u3s5o...

The Next Level

Eye Awakening · The Next Level · Song · 2025

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Sacramento Extra Life @sacextralife.bsky.social · Mar 6

Join our incredible stream team member @bluenile101 for a relaxing evening of gaming to #changekidshealth at UC Davis Children's Hospital!

twitch.tv/sacramentoextralife

#ExtraLife #SacExtraLife #charitystream

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BlueNile101 @bluenile101.bsky.social · Mar 3

Just finished rewatching Season 1 of #StarTrek: The Original Series. Nearly 60 years later, it still amazes me. No matter how many times I’ve seen it, the ideas, the vision, and the hope for a better future continue to inspire. It reminds me that, despite everything, there’s still hope for humanity.

three men are dancing in front of a wall that says dark materia on it

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