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Tamazoid
@tamazoid.bsky.social
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🇦🇺 living in 🇬🇧. Co-Host and editor of @blowingcartridges.bsky.social Gaming enthusiast/collector with a keen interest in gaming culture and history
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · 5d
Perhaps I say this often - but this is was a joy to record and is definitely one of my favourite episodes! I might suck at #shmups, but I sure love talking about them!
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · 5d
We had the pleasure of being joined by Sanatana Mishra of @witchbeam.com.au to discuss all things shoot ‘em ups/shmups! Tune in to hear a wide ranging discussion, insights into the development of Assault Android Cactus to unpacking the genre as a whole!

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Bullet Heaven: The Art of the Shoot 'Em Up (feat. Sanatana Mishra)
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Qualbert.com 🔜 MIGW 🔜 GCAP 🔜 PAX 🔜 Bed @qualbert.com · Sep 6
We're giving away the ultimate gaming setup worth over $800 thanks to Logitech Australia!

Here's how to enter:
- Follow @qualbert.com
- Like & repost this
- Bonus entry: join our Discord and react to the #Giveaways post

Winner drawn on 13 Sep 12pm AEST.
Aus residents only. Good luck!
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Sep 5
A hint for the next episode of @blowingcartridges.bsky.social - I received a message from @eggmond.bsky.social this morning suggesting that I read up on Earthion eyes 👀

#shmups #16bit
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Jul 22
Joined by (former) Australian competitive Mario Kart player and vtuber @NinStarRose we discussed the topic of changes and transitions in competitive multiplayer games.

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Shifting Gears: Transitioning Between Game Generations with NinStarRose
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jul 8
One of my favourite episodes of Blowing Cartridges yet! I highly recommend giving it a listen (in my obviously unbiased opinion) to hear us discuss the nuances of video game/console pricing in the current climate of 2025
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Jul 8
We were delighted to be joined by @gibbogame.bsky.social of MST Financial for our latest episode to talk through the current gaming discourse over the price of games and consoles. It was a fascinating hearing Gibbo share his insights from an investment perspective

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Sticker Shock: Why Gaming Prices Are Rising
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · May 13
We may have ended our Herculean streak of having guests on the podcast, but we do continue our streak of fortnightly releases! Tune in to hear me grill Zach about Switch 2 advertising in Japan, all the merchandise he has been encountering/acquiring and geodude coat hangers!
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · May 13
One of our co-hosts may be on a holiday, but that doesn’t stop us recording a podcast episode! Tune in to hear @eggmond.bsky.social discuss his currently-ongoing Japan trip which includes reflections of the Nintendo Museum, Nintendo World and gaming merchandise!

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Is Japan Nintendoland?: Nintendo Museum, Super Nintendo World and Video Game Merchandise Galore
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Apr 14
We generally stay away from “news” style episodes that date themselves pretty quickly, but @eggmond.bsky.social and I couldn’t say no to discussing all things related to the latest Nintendo console!
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Apr 14
Perhaps somewhat late to the party, but on this episode, joined by @switchingitup.bsky.social, we dove into and discussed all things related to the Switch 2 Direct!

#Switch2
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Apr 1
Is the update that I’ll have to take a mortgage out to preorder a Switch 2?
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Apr 1
I can vouch for Drew’s ability to talk about all things Nintendo!
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Apr 1
It was great to reminisce about the Nintendo DS with @eggmond.bsky.social & the great @chocobalt.bsky.social!

Apologies for the audio quality - there were some issues stemming from me forgetting to plug my mic into my laptop 🤦‍♂️ (I blame the flu I was battling whilst recording)
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Apr 1
20 years ago the Nintendo DS launched in Australia, leaving a mark on video games that continues to this day. On this episode, joined by @chocobalt.bsky.social of the Vookscast, Brendan & Zach discuss their memories of the DS, their favourite games and its legacy

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20 Years of the Nintendo DS in Australia
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Mar 19
Hope they find a viable and sustainable business model that allows them to do what they love to do!
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Mar 17
I think this is the first episode inspired by my mum sending a message to the family group chat - in this instance it was “did you know The Sims is 25 years old”. I assume I have Australian morning TV to thank.
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Mar 17
On our latest episode we celebrate 25 years of the Sims with special guest @jeyjeybink.bsky.social EA Partner and well known Sims 4 content creator. Tune in as we take a quick journey through our memories of the Sims, its community and future
#TheSims25 #Jeyjeybink

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Podcast · Blowing Cartridges · Join Brendan and Zach, together with a rotating special guest as they dive into in-depth conversations about video game culture and the games themselves. Each episode fe...
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Feb 17
Heard about the latest discussions over gambling/loot boxes in video games? Playing Pokémon TCG?
Listen in for a discussion about the latest regulatory moves on gambling in video games in Australia and our thoughts on what the ramifications will be.

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Rolling the Dice: Gambling and Lootboxes in Gaming
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jan 20
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jan 20
I don’t think anyone who knows my tastes will be surprised about the tracks that I chose this year!
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Jan 20
We’re back with @aurapaladin.bsky.social for our annual #VGM episode! This year’s topic is end credit themes - so sit back to hear some great uplifting and reflective tunes!

#videogamemusic

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VGM Special: End Credit Tunes
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jan 6
It’s crazy isn’t it! Particularly as the last few years have been approach with a “let’s try one more year” mindset.
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jan 6
We continue the podcast into 2025 for our sixth year of recording! The true surprise is @eggmond.bsky.social hasn’t gotten sick of me yet!
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Jan 6
For our first episode of 2025 @mariobones.bsky.social joined our hosts to discuss the #ToysToLife genre. From Skylanders, Disney Infinity, Lego Dimensions, Amiibo and Starlink, we reflect on the genre’s success and failures and what the future may hold.

#amibo

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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Dec 29
Clearly need to pump out more BC episodes to make your top 5!
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Dec 23
This may have been sitting in my edit bay for nearly three months… #videogamepodcasts
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Blowing Cartridges Podcast @blowingcartridges.bsky.social · Dec 23
We are once again back in the saddle, with an episode we recorded in September reminiscing about the history of Nintendo Connection Tours in Australia alongside Nintendo Live 2024, held in Aug/Sep 2024 in Sydney.

#nintendoAustralia

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Nintendo on Tour - Exploring Nintendo Connection Tours and Nintendo Live Australia 2024
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Dec 20
Turns out I didn’t really get the chance to play much Switch in 2024…
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Nov 17
Better lodge a support complaint with SE
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.chantal//RYAN @thoughtrise.bsky.social · Oct 22
from The Sims (2000) user manual.

i am convinced this is how most games should engage with their players (and their own work)
picture of page from a manual that reads: APPENDIX 2 RECOMMENDED READING Here are some titles that might enhance your understanding of some of the background and social issues entertained in The Sims. Warning: all are filled with provocative ideas; Maxis disavows any responsibility for encouraging deep thought. Home: A Short History of an Idea by Witold Rybczynski (July 1987), Penguin USA; ISBN: 0140102310 Notes on the Synthesis of Form by Christopher W. Alexander (June 1970), Harvard University Press; ISBN: 0674627512 A Pattern Language : Towns, Buildings, Construction by Christopher Alexander, Sara Ishikawa, Murray Silverstein (1977), Oxford University Press (Trade); ISBN: 0195019199 Architecture : Form, Space, & Order by Frank D. K. Ching, Francis D. Ching (February 1996), John Wiley & Sons; ISBN: 0471286168 Housing by Lifestyle : The Component Method of Residential Design by James W. Wentling (November 1994) McGraw-Hill; ISBN: 0070692939 Time for Life : The Surprising Ways Americans Use Their Time by John P. Robinson, Geoffrey Godbey (Contributor), Robert Putnam (June 1997)Pennsylvania State University Press (Trade); ISBN: 0271016523 Maps of the Mind by C. Hampden-Turner (March 1982), MacMillan Publishing Company; ISBN: 0025477404 Hidden Order: The Economics of Everyday Life by David D. Friedman (September 1997), HarperCollins; ISBN: 0887308856 Making the Most of Your Llama by Linda C. Beattie (Editor), Araneen Witmer (Illustrator), Kathyrn Doll (Editor), Dr. Linda Beattie (September 1998), Kopacetic Ink; ISBN: 0961963417 Finding Your Perfect Love by Arthur Clark, Cassandra Skouras (January 1998), Rosebud Press; ISBN: 0965276902 The User Illusion : Cutting Consciousness Down to Size by Tor Norretranders, Jonathan Sydenham (Translator) (April 1998), Viking Press; ISBN: 0670875791 89
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Jan 13
While I am still confused by the existence of this set, I couldn’t let myself not grab it before it was discontinued #lego #Horizon
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Dec 12
The next day. As an Australian, coupled with online communities, it really made you feel like part of a global community of video game enthusiasts. E3 was ‘Gamer Christmas’, and while the lustre was arguably long gone, I don’t see anything replaced it #E3memories (2)
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Tamazoid @tamazoid.bsky.social · Dec 12
The news of the death of E3 is unsurprisingly, yet nonetheless saddening. I have a lot of nostalgic memories of avidly watching E3 presentations in my late high school/early uni days, both from staying up till the early hours of the morning or scouring the internet for news (1)
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