Adam Hartling
@xenosns.bsky.social
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Citizen archivist of Nova Scotia video game development history. Sometimes hobby game dev. - He/Him
https://hgcarchive.wixsite.com/hgc-archive
https://linktr.ee/XenosNS
https://xenosns.itch.io
Citizen archivist of Nova Scotia video game development history. Sometimes hobby game dev. - He/Him
https://hgcarchive.wixsite.com/hgc-archive
https://linktr.ee/XenosNS
https://xenosns.itch.io
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Introducing Astral Flux: Origins, a brand new action/adventure game for the Game Boy Color! In this prequel to #AstralFlux, you’ll learn the backstory of Wrenchy, the beloved partner of the original game’s protagonist. Coming next year to #GameBoyColor! #AstralFluxOrigins #RetroGaming
November 25, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Introducing Astral Flux: Origins, a brand new action/adventure game for the Game Boy Color! In this prequel to #AstralFlux, you’ll learn the backstory of Wrenchy, the beloved partner of the original game’s protagonist. Coming next year to #GameBoyColor! #AstralFluxOrigins #RetroGaming
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Over on Patreon, supporters get a preview of what we have coming in December! We're wrapping up the year with some fun content and a couple surprises
Roadmap for the rest of 2025 (with some big teases!) | The Video Game History Foundation
Get more from The Video Game History Foundation on Patreon
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November 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Over on Patreon, supporters get a preview of what we have coming in December! We're wrapping up the year with some fun content and a couple surprises
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Indie game developers have a new sales pitch: being ‘AI free’
Indie game developers have a new sales pitch: being ‘AI free’
“We can produce results that meet our quality standards without its assistance.”
buff.ly
November 24, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Indie game developers have a new sales pitch: being ‘AI free’
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Do you find yourself exhausted by having to create titles, puns, and names for things in your games?
⭐ Here is my small suite of websites that I find super useful when writing! ⭐
(disclaimer: I am pretty confident these are all genAI-free. I've certainly been using them since before genAI)
⭐ Here is my small suite of websites that I find super useful when writing! ⭐
(disclaimer: I am pretty confident these are all genAI-free. I've certainly been using them since before genAI)
November 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Do you find yourself exhausted by having to create titles, puns, and names for things in your games?
⭐ Here is my small suite of websites that I find super useful when writing! ⭐
(disclaimer: I am pretty confident these are all genAI-free. I've certainly been using them since before genAI)
⭐ Here is my small suite of websites that I find super useful when writing! ⭐
(disclaimer: I am pretty confident these are all genAI-free. I've certainly been using them since before genAI)
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🎨 Meet the artist behind this year’s #SFSketchfest poster: Paul G. Hammond! @paulghammond.bsky.social is an award-winning illustrator, comics creator, and all-around visual wizard. Paul took us out of this world with an intergalactic design 👽 We’re obsessed with the retro sci-fi vibes!
November 24, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🎨 Meet the artist behind this year’s #SFSketchfest poster: Paul G. Hammond! @paulghammond.bsky.social is an award-winning illustrator, comics creator, and all-around visual wizard. Paul took us out of this world with an intergalactic design 👽 We’re obsessed with the retro sci-fi vibes!
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store.steampowered.com/app/3877790/...
Happy to announce that the game I worked on came out today! Proud of the work everyone at @zugalu.bsky.social did.
Happy to announce that the game I worked on came out today! Proud of the work everyone at @zugalu.bsky.social did.
Save 10% on Hunter's Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure on Steam
A Victorian Steampunk Roguelite Deckbuilder. Choose from four characters with unique cards and abilities. Customize your deck and character as you investigate a mysterious plague. Battle corrupted bea...
store.steampowered.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:51 PM
store.steampowered.com/app/3877790/...
Happy to announce that the game I worked on came out today! Proud of the work everyone at @zugalu.bsky.social did.
Happy to announce that the game I worked on came out today! Proud of the work everyone at @zugalu.bsky.social did.
Made pickle bread! First time trying, will report on results.
November 23, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Made pickle bread! First time trying, will report on results.
Got the bubble light out
November 23, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Got the bubble light out
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At #MIGS25, I got to test drive a bunch of very fun, very creative games in development by Canadian game studios 🇨🇦
So much to get excited for!
My highlight list feature for @mobilesyrup.com 👇
mobilesyrup.com/2025/11/21/c...
So much to get excited for!
My highlight list feature for @mobilesyrup.com 👇
mobilesyrup.com/2025/11/21/c...
Canadian video games take centre stage at Montréal International Game Summit
Exciting new Canadian-made games were on display at MIGS, and these are some the highlights we got to play.
mobilesyrup.com
November 21, 2025 at 11:31 PM
At #MIGS25, I got to test drive a bunch of very fun, very creative games in development by Canadian game studios 🇨🇦
So much to get excited for!
My highlight list feature for @mobilesyrup.com 👇
mobilesyrup.com/2025/11/21/c...
So much to get excited for!
My highlight list feature for @mobilesyrup.com 👇
mobilesyrup.com/2025/11/21/c...
playingthisweek.substack.com/p/canadian-v...
"Chris Chancey from Indie Asylum hit the nail on the head when describing the whole issue with the Canadian side of video games: We got really great at making games in Canada, but we absolutely suck at selling them."
"Chris Chancey from Indie Asylum hit the nail on the head when describing the whole issue with the Canadian side of video games: We got really great at making games in Canada, but we absolutely suck at selling them."
Elevating Canadian video games industry, one MIGS at a time
Montréal International Game Summit 2025 rightfully places its firm focus on Canada and its future.
playingthisweek.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 12:18 AM
playingthisweek.substack.com/p/canadian-v...
"Chris Chancey from Indie Asylum hit the nail on the head when describing the whole issue with the Canadian side of video games: We got really great at making games in Canada, but we absolutely suck at selling them."
"Chris Chancey from Indie Asylum hit the nail on the head when describing the whole issue with the Canadian side of video games: We got really great at making games in Canada, but we absolutely suck at selling them."
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Mouse Bros Too will feature old and new content and levels, including revisiting this tranquil #novascotia wharf scene #screenshotsaturday
November 22, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Mouse Bros Too will feature old and new content and levels, including revisiting this tranquil #novascotia wharf scene #screenshotsaturday
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On this day in 1994 Sega launched the follow-up to its waning Mega Drive in Japan. The Saturn would go on to become Sega's most successful home console in the Land of the Rising Sun! #Sega #SegaSaturn
Growing Up Gaming - The Sega Saturn
The Saturn is one of my favourite consoles of all time. It was hard to experience the bungled launch and subsequent torturous death of the system in North America, but hidden in the rubble was an…
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November 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
On this day in 1994 Sega launched the follow-up to its waning Mega Drive in Japan. The Saturn would go on to become Sega's most successful home console in the Land of the Rising Sun! #Sega #SegaSaturn
Can someone explain how video game development works to the Canada Media Fund please
November 22, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Can someone explain how video game development works to the Canada Media Fund please
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Keeping up with script/translation changes is a fun game of its own, just like "I'm on Observation Duty" but with words and sentences #translation
while trying to explain the "almost Christmas" meme to the Ace Attorney dev team, I searched for screenshots and discovered that line is weirdly missing in the Japanese HD releases!
November 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Keeping up with script/translation changes is a fun game of its own, just like "I'm on Observation Duty" but with words and sentences #translation
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oh, that's... that's not... you can't call it that
November 21, 2025 at 7:48 PM
oh, that's... that's not... you can't call it that
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desertbus.org/2025/prize/V... This is our VERY LAST giveaway of the Desert Bus for Hope 2025 run! And it's definitely worth the wait. This 1:1 scale FF7 Buster Sword replica is finally up for grabs, and if you want a chance to win...then donate $7.77 or multiples thereof by 11:45am PST!!
1:1 Scale FF VII Buster Sword Replica
This 1:1 scale recreation of the iconic Buster Sword from Final Fantasy 7 is a behemoth of a prop. Measuring a staggering 170cm (5′7″) long it's sure to impress, whether it's as a cosplay accessory...
desertbus.org
November 21, 2025 at 6:29 PM
desertbus.org/2025/prize/V... This is our VERY LAST giveaway of the Desert Bus for Hope 2025 run! And it's definitely worth the wait. This 1:1 scale FF7 Buster Sword replica is finally up for grabs, and if you want a chance to win...then donate $7.77 or multiples thereof by 11:45am PST!!
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35 years ago today Nintendo launched the Super Famicom on Japan to resounding success. The US launch wasn't quite so smooth as Sega had taken advantage of the Genesis' head start in North America! #SNES #Nintendo #retrogames
Growing Up Gaming - The SNES
I was definitely a Genesis kid, but thanks to my best friend I was able to experience the SNES as well, and obviously it was awesome!
Join me as I reminisce about the SNES games and moments that…
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November 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
35 years ago today Nintendo launched the Super Famicom on Japan to resounding success. The US launch wasn't quite so smooth as Sega had taken advantage of the Genesis' head start in North America! #SNES #Nintendo #retrogames
Anyone know to how acquire a back issue of Mcv Develop magazine? Specifically issue 985 from January 2023?
November 21, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Anyone know to how acquire a back issue of Mcv Develop magazine? Specifically issue 985 from January 2023?
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The Build, Design, Chill Games Festival starts today and My Tiny Park is taking part! 🔨
There's so many amazing games to see, so be sure to check it out!
Plus, wishlist My Tiny Park on Steam today! 💚
store.steampowered.com/app/3578440/...
#BuildDesignChill #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart
There's so many amazing games to see, so be sure to check it out!
Plus, wishlist My Tiny Park on Steam today! 💚
store.steampowered.com/app/3578440/...
#BuildDesignChill #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart
November 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The Build, Design, Chill Games Festival starts today and My Tiny Park is taking part! 🔨
There's so many amazing games to see, so be sure to check it out!
Plus, wishlist My Tiny Park on Steam today! 💚
store.steampowered.com/app/3578440/...
#BuildDesignChill #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart
There's so many amazing games to see, so be sure to check it out!
Plus, wishlist My Tiny Park on Steam today! 💚
store.steampowered.com/app/3578440/...
#BuildDesignChill #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart
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I’ve been a fan of The MinnMax Show since 2019 so it was such a blast to host this latest episode! A real honor and I had a great time!
The new episode of the MinnMax Show is now live on YouTube and podcast catchers! @haleyfax.bsky.social guest hosts a banger episode and brings a Secret Sauce for which no amount of hype could be enough. www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKec...
Dispatch, Goodnight Universe, Deadpool VR - The MinnMax Show
YouTube video by MinnMax
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November 20, 2025 at 6:15 PM
I’ve been a fan of The MinnMax Show since 2019 so it was such a blast to host this latest episode! A real honor and I had a great time!
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👑 Everything in the Finji Shop is 20% OFF! 👑
Night in the Woods physical editions, limited edition TUNIC pins, Wilmot totes, and more! Sale ends January 1st!
shop.finji.co
Night in the Woods physical editions, limited edition TUNIC pins, Wilmot totes, and more! Sale ends January 1st!
shop.finji.co
November 20, 2025 at 8:59 PM
👑 Everything in the Finji Shop is 20% OFF! 👑
Night in the Woods physical editions, limited edition TUNIC pins, Wilmot totes, and more! Sale ends January 1st!
shop.finji.co
Night in the Woods physical editions, limited edition TUNIC pins, Wilmot totes, and more! Sale ends January 1st!
shop.finji.co
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Ive been busy with Night 4,5,6,7.... I forgot to make a post about #wishlistwednesday !
Check my game 7 Nights with Vroombi!!
Demo on Steam and Itch!
Check my game 7 Nights with Vroombi!!
Demo on Steam and Itch!
November 19, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Ive been busy with Night 4,5,6,7.... I forgot to make a post about #wishlistwednesday !
Check my game 7 Nights with Vroombi!!
Demo on Steam and Itch!
Check my game 7 Nights with Vroombi!!
Demo on Steam and Itch!
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Found a folder of screens of Judero bugs from almost two years ago. There was this infinitely spawning, exploding baby bug which was a headache for Talha. (Play Judero: store.steampowered.com/app/1960900/... )
November 20, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Found a folder of screens of Judero bugs from almost two years ago. There was this infinitely spawning, exploding baby bug which was a headache for Talha. (Play Judero: store.steampowered.com/app/1960900/... )