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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 3d

And here I was, thinking I had the wildest take on this one. 😂

I hadn't seen the multicolored dice for Roll Player - those look awesome!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 3d

Hot debate topic from a design jam last night: Which way do the dots on the 6 go on a standard d6? Vertically or horizontally?

I didn't realize that I had such a strong opinion on this, and that my opinion was so abhorrent to others! 😄

Two six-sided dice showing the six face. The left die has the dots arranged in two vertical columns, while the right die has the dots arranged in two horizontal rows.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 8d

I make fun things, not because I think it's unimportant to reflect on the world, but rather to give distance to those horrors so it's easier to reflect and act.

Despair is all around us, wanting to draw us in. Please fight against it by having some fun today. (3/3)

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 8d

But, I continue to return to "fun" being even more necessary now. It's a break. A respite. A chance to enjoy life and forget about our troubles. A chance to unite in laughter and frivolity. And, in doing so, recharge ourselves for the next onslaught. (2/3)

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 8d

Today I had the third conversation in a week about making fun things. What is the worth or value of that in today's landscape? I feel the pressure of making something "meaningful" to push against the horrors of the world. Something that speaks to the core of humanity. (1/3)

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 13d

Another awesome review of our upcoming Kickstarter. I'm so thrilled with how this one turned out - the pair at PostCurious is amazing and an absolute delight to work with!

Link to the Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com/projects/pos...

The Escape Puzzler (Matt) @escapepuzzler.bsky.social · 13d

The Ministry of Lost Things from @postcurious.bsky.social is back for Case 2: Finders Keypers! More puns, more beautiful artwork and even more puzzles to solve?! You won’t want to miss this one, which launches tomorrow on Kickstarter.

A full, spoiler-free review of the game is available now!

Ministry of Lost Things: Case 2 - Finders Keypers (PostCurious) // Review • The Escape Puzzler - Puzzle Game Reviews and More!

Ministry of Lost Things: Finders Keypers is a whimsical puzzle adventure packed with witty puns, clever puzzles and lush artwork.

escapepuzzler.com

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 14d

I hope you enjoy it! We poured a lot of love into this one!!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 14d

Playing Bomb Busters today for the first time. It’s a real winner. The last time I was this hooked into a game was The Crew. I could play this for hours non-stop.

The box of Bomb Busters with my rack of tiles mid-game.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 20d

I have another puzzle game Kickstarting next week, working again with the amazing duo at PostCurious! Check out this stellar review of the first game in the series.

The Escape Puzzler (Matt) @escapepuzzler.bsky.social · 20d

I’ve just published a new review for Ministry of Lost Things - Case 1: Lint Condition. It’s the first in a series of whimsical puzzle games from @postcurious.bsky.social.

Case 2 launches on Kickstarter next Tuesday so now is the perfect time to get caught up on the happenings in the Elusiverse!

Ministry of Lost Things: Case 1 - Lint Condition (PostCurious) // Review • The Escape Puzzler - Puzzle Game Reviews and More!

Ministry of Lost Things is a whimsical, pun-laden puzzle game from award-winning PostCurious. Help reunite owners with their lost items.

escapepuzzler.com

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 22d

The others decided a blue cheese stuffed olive was true neutral and I was horrified.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 22d

A chopped salad, HEAVY on the croutons, with a light dressing. Never had a topic been more contentious.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 22d

We’ve also debated a piece of studded French toast and a calzone. This is the best debate ever.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · 22d

We’ve found the best card in Wavelength and are playing it over and over. Sandwich to not sandwich. Where does lasagna fit? How about a single slice of French toast with berries on top? Best game!

The board game Wavelength with the card Not a Sandwich to Sandwich.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Aug 24

The sequel Riven - when Ghen head showed up in the temple, I was freaked out. That room still gives me shivers up my spine. There’s something about how Cyan was able to transport us to these worlds that still captivates me.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Apr 30

Are you on the tour?! I visited them a couple of years ago - every room was a wonderful delight. I need to find my way back there again to play all their new stuff.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 26

Wow! What an awesome catch almost a year later! Thank you so much for the note - I've updated my website with a new printer-friendly version of the meta.

Thank you so much for playing these! And, since you got to the meta and found this error, congratulations for finishing the set!!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 11

Needed a burst of goodness the last couple of days, so I've been listening to the Welcome to Mountport soundtrack (Game Changer: s4ep5) on a constant loop.

It's SO GOOD. I'm singing and whistling along and it makes me gleeful at my core.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 10

Mr. Trapp has it right. "Gray duck" is absurd. My fellow Minnesotans, we need to fix this. This isn't the thing we want to be known for.

Smartypants @smartypantsshow.bsky.social · Mar 10

Minnesotans, get in the comments!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 10

I'm a transplant Minnesotan, but I fully support Mr. Trapp's message. Two ducks shall always be followed by a shady, good-for-nothing goose.

Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 9

Great puzzle!!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 6

If you're into puzzles, you should definitely check this one out!

Sandy Weisz @pzlr.org · Mar 6

Announcing RADDLE, my new word transformation game.

raddle.quest

It’s a twist on conventional word ladders — instead of changing one letter at each step, you’re changing the entire word based on a clue. But it’s up to you to determine which clue to use.

RADDLE

The daily word transformation game

raddle.quest

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Mar 2

First two puzzles successfully solved! You're off to a great start!

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Feb 22

I’m in LA for a long weekend playing 12 escape rooms. They’ve all been good to great. But, Hope End at the Ministry of Peculiarities was transcendental. The two actors we had were absolutely brilliant. If you’re in the area, you should absolutely go. www.theministryofpeculiarities.com

The Ministry of Peculiarities | Azusa, CA

Not an ordinary escape room.

www.theministryofpeculiarities.com

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Feb 21

My husband has a magic power. Whenever we’re at a restaurant and we’re waiting for our food to arrive, he leaves to use the restroom, and then our food arrives while I’m sitting there by myself. Every time. Without fail.

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Mark Larson @mrklrsn.bsky.social · Feb 18

A new season of Game Changer?! SO EXCITED!!

Dropout @dropout.tv · Feb 17

And the JPEG!

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