TJ Denzer
@johnnychugs.bsky.social
Senior News Editor Shacknews.com & culinary host of tasty indies on Indie-licious. Unofficial Bowser expert/weirdo. contact: tj.denzer (at) http://shacknews.com
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TJ Denzer
@johnnychugs.bsky.social
· Apr 9
Yeah, it's a repost, but please play this at my funeral without explanation or context. It's as good of an understanding of who I am as you're going to get and the people closest to me will understand.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
"I'm about 6, 7 seconds away from whoopin' your ass," I say in my most drunkle voice possible.
December 4, 2025 at 8:48 PM
"I'm about 6, 7 seconds away from whoopin' your ass," I say in my most drunkle voice possible.
Shacknews staff had the opportunity to interview with the great ghoul himself, Walton Goggins. I'm so proud of our team. Check out some answers to burning questions about the Fallout universe and Season 2!
Walton Goggins says Fallout 'belongs to everyone'
Walton Goggins says Fallout 'belongs to everyone'
In an interview with Shacknews, actor Walton Goggins talks about the state of the Fallout franchise.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Shacknews staff had the opportunity to interview with the great ghoul himself, Walton Goggins. I'm so proud of our team. Check out some answers to burning questions about the Fallout universe and Season 2!
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Mr. BIG looks set to drum on the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves roster's noggins
Mr. BIG looks set to drum on the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves roster's noggins
We got some gameplay time with Mr. BIG ahead of his debut in City of the Wolves next week.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Mr. BIG looks set to drum on the Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves roster's noggins
The most interesting thing here by far is Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth is working on a new co-op shooter. I'd forgotten he left Meta back in 2019 to get back to game design. Hope we're not too far off from seeing what he's got up his sleeve for a new game.
Sony & Bad Robot Games partner for a co-op shooter directed by Left 4 Dead's creator
Sony & Bad Robot Games partner for a co-op shooter directed by Left 4 Dead's creator
Sony & Bad Robot Games' new title is in development under the direction of Mike Booth for PS5 and PC.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The most interesting thing here by far is Left 4 Dead creator Mike Booth is working on a new co-op shooter. I'd forgotten he left Meta back in 2019 to get back to game design. Hope we're not too far off from seeing what he's got up his sleeve for a new game.
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I'm at the combination
December 4, 2025 at 3:17 AM
I'm at the combination
The topic of dialogue in Metroid Prime 4 is so blown out of proportion and the idea that Metroid games should have zero dialogue is equally laughable. You might as well scream "I have not played this series but I want to have opinions about it."
December 4, 2025 at 2:56 AM
The topic of dialogue in Metroid Prime 4 is so blown out of proportion and the idea that Metroid games should have zero dialogue is equally laughable. You might as well scream "I have not played this series but I want to have opinions about it."
The most controversial and powerful people in the world love talking with Fallon because he's the world's most smiley, softball late-night fluffer.
Sam Altman is headed to late night. The OpenAI chief executive will make his 'Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' debut on Monday, Dec. 8.
OpenAI Chief Sam Altman to Sit With Fallon, Marking Late-Night TV Debut
Sam Altman is headed to late night. The OpenAI chief executive will make his 'Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' debut on Monday, Dec. 8.
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December 3, 2025 at 9:58 PM
The most controversial and powerful people in the world love talking with Fallon because he's the world's most smiley, softball late-night fluffer.
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If you're feeling generous today, consider supporting independent writing about games and movies. $5 gets you access to our Discord and our weekly Into the Skybox podcast, while $10 gets you all of that plus Skydive, our monthly deep dive podcast. But even $1 helps.
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Get more from Skybox on Patreon
A worker-owned games (& other) media site.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:45 PM
If you're feeling generous today, consider supporting independent writing about games and movies. $5 gets you access to our Discord and our weekly Into the Skybox podcast, while $10 gets you all of that plus Skydive, our monthly deep dive podcast. But even $1 helps.
www.patreon.com/c/SkyboxCrit...
www.patreon.com/c/SkyboxCrit...
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If even around 10% of the people who followed us kicked in just $1 a month, Skybox wouldn't really have to worry about money anymore. If you'd like us to survive, we need your help.
If you're feeling generous today, consider supporting independent writing about games and movies. $5 gets you access to our Discord and our weekly Into the Skybox podcast, while $10 gets you all of that plus Skydive, our monthly deep dive podcast. But even $1 helps.
www.patreon.com/c/SkyboxCrit...
www.patreon.com/c/SkyboxCrit...
Get more from Skybox on Patreon
A worker-owned games (& other) media site.
www.patreon.com
December 2, 2025 at 9:50 PM
If even around 10% of the people who followed us kicked in just $1 a month, Skybox wouldn't really have to worry about money anymore. If you'd like us to survive, we need your help.
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If you haven't joined us on Patreon.com/SkyboxCritics yet, I STILL have good news for you!
You can listen to the first few episodes of our Patreon-exclusive video game book club & deep dive podcast, Skydive, right now
From now on, you can catch EVERY 3-month-old Skydive this way ❤️
You can listen to the first few episodes of our Patreon-exclusive video game book club & deep dive podcast, Skydive, right now
From now on, you can catch EVERY 3-month-old Skydive this way ❤️
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December 3, 2025 at 9:01 PM
If you haven't joined us on Patreon.com/SkyboxCritics yet, I STILL have good news for you!
You can listen to the first few episodes of our Patreon-exclusive video game book club & deep dive podcast, Skydive, right now
From now on, you can catch EVERY 3-month-old Skydive this way ❤️
You can listen to the first few episodes of our Patreon-exclusive video game book club & deep dive podcast, Skydive, right now
From now on, you can catch EVERY 3-month-old Skydive this way ❤️
What if instead of a platforming masterpiece, Hollow Knight was floaty, incoherent trash, even for a modern 3D platformer?
With AI, it's possible.
With AI, it's possible.
December 3, 2025 at 8:47 PM
What if instead of a platforming masterpiece, Hollow Knight was floaty, incoherent trash, even for a modern 3D platformer?
With AI, it's possible.
With AI, it's possible.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Mario Kart World update Ver 1.4.0 patch notes adds music volume toggle & track names in pause menu
Mario Kart World update Ver 1.4.0 patch notes adds music volume toggle & track names in pause menu
Mario Kart World just shipped a massive update to the game that includes music track titles, a volume toggle, and much more.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:16 AM
Mario Kart World update Ver 1.4.0 patch notes adds music volume toggle & track names in pause menu
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Total War: Warhammer 3 Tides of Torment DLC brings three new playable lords this week
Total War: Warhammer 3 Tides of Torment DLC brings three new playable lords this week
Sea Lord Aislinn sails for the High Elves, Sayl schemes for the Chaos Lords, and Dechala carries out a rampage of pain for Slaanesh.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Total War: Warhammer 3 Tides of Torment DLC brings three new playable lords this week
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Octopath Traveler 0's combat has never been better. Satisfying to play, gorgeous to look at, and an epic soundtrack. And town-building is a really cool addition.
It's a shame that I found the story to be so weak.
It's a shame that I found the story to be so weak.
Octopath Traveler 0 review: The road less traveled
Square Enix and DokiDoki Groove Works take some chances, but not everything pays off.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Octopath Traveler 0's combat has never been better. Satisfying to play, gorgeous to look at, and an epic soundtrack. And town-building is a really cool addition.
It's a shame that I found the story to be so weak.
It's a shame that I found the story to be so weak.
December 2, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: Spacefaring stranger
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: Spacefaring stranger
Both a technical showpiece and a dense adventure game, Metroid Prime 4 is exactly what the Switch 2 needed.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review: Spacefaring stranger
What would ALF find in Silent Hill?
I bet cats. Really angry cats.
I bet cats. Really angry cats.
December 2, 2025 at 5:00 AM
What would ALF find in Silent Hill?
I bet cats. Really angry cats.
I bet cats. Really angry cats.
The fact that there are literally zero elements of Rauru or the Zonai present in Queen Sonia’s descendants suggests that even her chromosomes put Rauru’s in their place in their dynamic. Truly Queen of Queens.
December 2, 2025 at 12:56 AM
The fact that there are literally zero elements of Rauru or the Zonai present in Queen Sonia’s descendants suggests that even her chromosomes put Rauru’s in their place in their dynamic. Truly Queen of Queens.
One of my favorite management games just got a lovely new expansion. Two Point Museum's Zooseum DLC is a HUGE chapter of new content that features animal rescue, care, and sanctuary as you build exhibits that double as satisfying habitats. Excellent expansion for the money.
Two Point Museum's Zooseum DLC provides a delightful blend of animal care & exhibition
Two Point Museum's Zooseum DLC provides a delightful blend of animal care & exhibition
Building appropriate habitats and feeding facilities, pairing certain animals, and housing diverse creatures are just a few charming parts of Zooseum.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:26 PM
One of my favorite management games just got a lovely new expansion. Two Point Museum's Zooseum DLC is a HUGE chapter of new content that features animal rescue, care, and sanctuary as you build exhibits that double as satisfying habitats. Excellent expansion for the money.
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my latest review
bubble bobble is good, arbitrary roguelike mechanics are not good
bubble symphony is very good
bubble bobble is good, arbitrary roguelike mechanics are not good
bubble symphony is very good
Bubble Bobble Sugar Dungeons review: Sweet suffering
Bubble Bobble Sugar Dungeons review: Sweet suffering
Everything is a roguelike now, and that includes Bubble Bobble.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
my latest review
bubble bobble is good, arbitrary roguelike mechanics are not good
bubble symphony is very good
bubble bobble is good, arbitrary roguelike mechanics are not good
bubble symphony is very good
My biggest take-away from this chart is that people must absolutely hate dodging AoE attacks in Elden Ring Nightreign. Lot of fat attack clunkers on this list.
And of course Bell Bearing Hunter, who we all know devours the courage of the strong.
And of course Bell Bearing Hunter, who we all know devours the courage of the strong.
December 1, 2025 at 6:19 PM
My biggest take-away from this chart is that people must absolutely hate dodging AoE attacks in Elden Ring Nightreign. Lot of fat attack clunkers on this list.
And of course Bell Bearing Hunter, who we all know devours the courage of the strong.
And of course Bell Bearing Hunter, who we all know devours the courage of the strong.
Erdtree Avatar and Carian Knight feel like skill issues and not knowing the match up. Bell Bearing is a nightmare bastard up close and Drac Tree Sentinel can snipe you with targeted lightning strikes, but y'all just need to learn how to stick and move on the Avatar.
It's interesting how analytics works! Bell-Bearing Hunter would absolutely be higher if people didn't run when they saw him. But they think they can take on Erdtree Avatar and sometimes that goes real wrong quickly.
Calling shenanigans on this chart. I'm guessing it's pulling total deaths and not deaths per encounter.
December 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Erdtree Avatar and Carian Knight feel like skill issues and not knowing the match up. Bell Bearing is a nightmare bastard up close and Drac Tree Sentinel can snipe you with targeted lightning strikes, but y'all just need to learn how to stick and move on the Avatar.