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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · 4d

More people need to play Magenta Horizon just to show you're not the only person who can be godlike at it.

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · 9d

This probably isn't totally the same thing, but I always loved the simple audible responses from the characters in Wind Waker like Aryll's "Oiiiiii" and Beedle's "Ohhhhhh".

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · 9d

The review itself reads pretty juvenile.
When they say "depth" they don't seem to say it's from the combat and they even mention that SoR4 has more complexity so they're mostly talking about "depth" from branching paths, choices, and I guess how that affects level variety.

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · 25d

The first #PhoenixWright trilogy/ #AceAttorney collection getting a seemingly random update that adds all the bonuses that are aligned with the other released collections just feels so Wright in the world!
Hopefully more Ace Attorney series news is coming soon!

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · 27d

#Heartworm developed by #VincentAdinolfi and published by #DreadXP is a survival horror title that's able to establish its own identity despite its heavy inspiration from 90s classics by adding some modern design & its long form puzzles
Here's a preview & link to my review:
youtu.be/DaMLQU-ptzA?...

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Sep 15

Developed and published by #squid_lawyer #MageTownMassacre is a top-down endless wave arcade style shooter inspired by flash games from the mid-2000s with good variety in weapons and stage layouts and a nice progression structure.
Here's a preview and link to my full review:
youtu.be/1bvwHkblB_U?...

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Sep 4

Developed by #Mas and published by #Feuxon #ArtisImpact is a turn-based RPG with streamlined mechanics and light life-sim elements. What sets it apart is its amazing presentation and interaction between main characters Akane and Bot.
Here's a preview & link to my review:
youtu.be/F7qVhuRDvxU?...

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Sep 4

Developed by #Mas and published by #Feuxon #ArtisImpact is a turn-based RPG with streamlined mechanics and light life-sim elements. What sets it apart is its amazing presentation and interaction between main characters Akane and Bot.
Here's a preview & link to my review:
youtu.be/F7qVhuRDvxU?...

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 17

Developed by #RitualStudios and published by #PlaydigiousOriginals #FretlessTheWrathofRiffson was released in July 2025.
This turn-based deckbuilding RPG has you journey as Rob to compete in Super Metal Records' Battle of the Bands.
Here's a preview & link to my full review:
youtu.be/B-FHoWY5pDQ?...

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 12

I still see complaints about this particular #ClairObscurExpedition33 #minigame to this day.
For anyone still struggling, here's a video that might help.
Turning run to toggle instead of hold and realizing the hitbox for the attack is BIG can help too.
Here's a vid for all:
youtu.be/ehV89dmuKFg?...

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 11

Developed by #AsamadoGames and published by #PLAYISM #OutriderMako was released in June 2025.
This top-down action-adventure game with interesting combat and platforming mechanics follows Mako as she makes deliveries to the Gods of Mayoi.
Here's a preview and my full review:
youtu.be/0NXFZs_D4iE?...

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 8

Is this related to the "Map of Consciousness" I've seen fairly recently elsewhere?

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 1

The BattleStar Galactica Reboot is a strong contender.

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Aug 1

Developed by #AsamadoGames and published by #PLAYISM #OutriderMako was released in June 2025.
This top-down action-adventure game with interesting combat and platforming mechanics follows Mako as she needs to make deliveries to the Gods of Mayoi world so she return to her own.
Here's my full review:

Outrider Mako Review - Interesting Combat & Platforming Mechanics in Top-Down Action-Adventure Form

YouTube video by Random Friendly Gamer

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1011 - Ancestral Harvest @1011theory.bsky.social · Jul 16

the Ancestral Harvest demo is live on steam!!! Get drumming!
#gamedev #indiegames

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jul 15

Even without the obvious problems pointed out in this image, machine translations should never be an ideal option for proper localization efforts.
There's a lot of nuance between languages and culture that I don't trust AI or machine translators to understand because it may just try word for word.

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jul 13

#ClairObscurExpedition33 developed by #SandfallInteractive and published by #KeplerInteractive was released in April 2025.
This turn based RPG with real-time battle mechanics takes its classic RPG inspirations and manages to modernize many key aspects and create its own identity.
Here's my review:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review - An Excellent Take on a Turn Based RPG with Modern Game Design

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 25

#ThroesoftheWatchmaker, the free expansion DLC for 2023 hit #SeaofStars, developed and published by #SabotageStudio, has a new update with new features, adjustments, and fixes.
For those who haven't tried the DLC I'd definitely recommend checking it out.
Here's my review made prior to this patch:

Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker Review - Familiar and New Meet for a Great Combination

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 22

#ThroesoftheWatchmaker, the free DLC for the August 2023 hit #SeaofStars, was released in May 2025.
Developed and published by #sabotagestudio the DLC expands on some of the cast with a new story that stems from the main game but contains a lot of new gameplay.
Here's my review for more details:

Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker Review - Familiar and New Meet for a Great Combination

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 21

#UrbanMythDissolutionCenter developed by #hakababunko and published by #shueishagames recently updated to version 1.3.0 with one of the biggest additions being a chapter select after clearing the game.
If you want more info on the mechanics and impressions of the game you can see my review below.

Urban Myth Dissolution Center Review - Focused Production in the Narrative Investigation Game Genre

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 19

The #metroidvania with classic #rpg overworld exploration
#TwilightMonk developed by #aquaticmoongames and published by #gravitygamearise recently had a pretty big update with multiple improvements and fixes.
I thought this was a solid entry in the genre and you can see my review of the game below:

Twilight Monk Review - Blending Classic RPG Overworld Exploration with Metroidvania Gameplay

YouTube video by Random Friendly Gamer

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 14

My video for SSS ranking act 1 on normal has been up for a while on my channel. Feel free to give it a look and share.

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 12

It's disappointing that more people haven't picked it up.
I plan on revisiting the game to do a SSS compilation for acts 2 and 3 on normal just to show off more of the game but I don't know when I'll get to that yet.

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Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 6

Where?

Random Friendly Gamer @randofriendlygamer.bsky.social · Jun 6

Does Kojima have a different translator with him at every live event?

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