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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Jun 2

This Pride Month, @xbox.com is proud to highlight a collection of games from LGBTQIA+ creators — stories that explore identity, celebrate self-expression, and reflect the beautiful complexity of the LGBTQIA+ experience. Learn more on the Xbox Wire: news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/0...

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · May 6

@Xbox.com's Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month campaign celebrates games like Tchia, Coral Island, and Summer in Mara, which draw inspiration from Asian and Pacific Islander cultures and emphasize ocean conservation.
Learn more on the Xbox Wire: news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/0...

A Wave of Change: Celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Xbox Wire

This May, explore the power of gaming through the lens of API culture and environmental awareness. Dive into games like Tchia and Ecco the Dolphin that showcase the beauty of the Pacific Islands and t...

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · May 2

I knooow, they're so cute 😍

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · May 1

If you'd like to learn more, and I can promise you it's absolutely FASCINATING, go here: apopo.org/rescuerats

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Support Our RescueRATs • APOPO

As you may know, APOPO's research team have been busy with finding new applications for our HeroRATs and, some time ago, we started training our rats to find

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · May 1

To support the launch of the Wake Up video, @Xbox.com is supporting some real-life HeroRats from APOPO's RescueRAT program! 🐀

Theyre training rats to find people in disaster situations by using special backpacks with an RFID locator, mini camera, mic, speaker, and LED light!

An African pouched rat wearing a specialized backpack

An African pouched rat having its specialized backpack put on by a human handler

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Apr 21

Today @xbox.com celebrated Earth Day early with a livestream from the @seattleaquarium.bsky.social!

Tune in for an exclusive look to see how the Aquarium uses underwater ROVs and meet some of the amazing animals that call the new Ocean Pavilion home! 🌎💚

www.twitch.tv/videos/24389...
#EarthDay

Earth Day at the Seattle Aquarium with Xbox - xbox on Twitch

xbox went live on Twitch. Catch up on their Special Events VOD now.

www.twitch.tv

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Apr 11

Excited for this!! Make sure you check it out and support #G4G2025 💚

Gamers Outreach @gamersoutreach.org · Apr 11

‼️ Set your reminders

The Hermitcraft charity stream for #GFG2025 kicks off tomorrow and you won't want to miss any of the fun and surprises in store!

📺 livestream.hermitcraft.com

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Mar 7

As we celebrate International Women's Day at Xbox, it's essential to recognize the critical role women have played and continue to play in shaping the gaming industry.

We were honoured to have Roberta Williams share her story about game development with us, and encourage you to check it out! #IWD

Xbox @xbox.com · Mar 7

This International Women’s Day, we're recognizing the critical role women have played, and continue to play, in shaping the gaming industry.

Check out how we're celebrating: xbx.lv/3F99I0i

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Mar 5

Excited for bee season! 🐝

I was introduced to Mason Bee beekeeping last year and I love them so much. They're such effective pollinators, and very friendly!

CrownBees has been an excellent resource if you're in WA and looking to do the same! #MyBeeHouse

A cedar bee house attached to a large cottonwood tree. The house has tubes and bright coloured stickers on the outside

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 27

@bethesdastudios.com's auction item raised over $85K to empower Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic's mission of creating life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses, giving them renewed strength to fight their illnesses, bringing families closer, and uniting entire communities. 💚

Bethesda Game Studios @bethesdastudios.com · Feb 17

We're offering one lucky winner the chance to create an NPC for The Elder Scrolls VI to benefit Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic.

Winning bid will go directly to Make-A-Wish so they can keep granting wishes.

Visit their silent auction to bid: https://beth.games/4b4bDPw

Image of mountains and sky with text that reads: The Elder Scrolls VI. Bid on a chance to create a character for The Elder Scrolls VI. Logos on the bottom are Make-A-Wish Mid-Atlantic and Bethesda.

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 11

Last week, we announced the LA Fire Relief Pack raised $1.6M because of the Call of Duty community. Thank you everyone for helping those impacted by the CA Wildfires! 💚

Call of Duty @callofduty.com · Feb 4

Thank you Call of Duty community. Players and fans around the world have come together to raise more than $1.6 million dollars through the purchase of the LA Fire Relief Pack.

These funds will go to the LAFD Foundation and Direct Relief for local fire relief and support in Southern California.

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 7

An incredibly touching achievement thanks to the World of Warcraft community in support of Mats and CureDuchenne - sending endless gratitude to everyone who now brings Reven with them on their adventures 🦊

World of Warcraft @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com · Feb 6

Thank You, Heroes ♥️

With your generous support, The Reven Pack raised over $2 million for CureDuchenne!

Learn more: https://blizz.ly/41f2Bw5

An image featuring the WoW and CureDuchenne logos in the upper left, with large text below that reads “Thank you! Over $2 Million Raised”. The adorable Reven companion pet appears sitting on its hind legs as it looks up with big blue eyes and a subtle smile. The fox has brown and white fur and wears a brown cloak around its neck and a little detective-style deerstalker hat on its head between big pointy ears. Small green plant life can be seen behind the cute critter as the background fades to blue.

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 4

Looks like you need a decoy mouse

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 3

As we celebrate Black History Month at Xbox, it’s important to recognize that Black culture is vast, diverse, and rich in its many expressions. Through the games we support, we aim to highlight these diverse perspectives and celebrate the beauty and complexity of Black culture.
More: xbx.lv/40H6s3i

Honoring Black History: A Global Celebration of Culture and Creativity in Gaming - Xbox Wire

This Black History Month, Xbox celebrates the vast and diverse culture of Black creators worldwide. From emerging voices to powerful stories, we’re amplifying creativity and culture in gaming.

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Feb 3

There's nothing more gorgeous than this ❄️

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Jan 29

祝大家新年快乐!

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Jan 24

To support those in need, Blizzard is donating $1 Million to Direct Relief's efforts in providing immediate and long-term aid and resources to impacted residents, community health centers, and first responders.

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Xbox @xbox.com · Jan 21

You know WHEN to tune in to Developer_Direct, now here’s WHERE to tune in:

🍿 YouTube
🍿 Twitch
🍿 Facebook

Grab the full details here: xbx.lv/4h2BSIu | #DeveloperDirect

The Xbox logos sit above text that reads: "Developer_Direct '25. January 23. 10am PT. 1pm ET, 6pm GMT" The Youtube and Twitch logos are shown under the timing information which is all encircled in green marker. Surrounding the text is game key/studio art for id Software, Compulsion Games, Sandfall Interactive. There is a fourth box with a question mark over it.

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Jenn Panattoni @panattoni.bsky.social · Jan 19

In response to the devastation caused by the fires in California, Activision will donate 100% of proceeds from LA Fire Relief Pack in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone to the LA Fire Department Foundation and Direct Relief. Activision is also donating a combined $1 million.