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I make in-depth walkthroughs of PS1-era video games with attention to detail, completion, preservation, enhancement and accessibility.
Screenshots and videos are my own, covers are not.
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dfactor.bsky.social
Nightreign got its DLC and we spent around 6 hours trying to figure out the layout of the new map. It's the most convoluted one, and we were rather rusty to begin with.

youtube.com/live/juy6TyS...

[ #EldenRingNightreign | #EldenRing | #FromSoftware ]
December 18, 2025 at 3:31 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Ace Combat 2 (1997) via Beetle PSX HW.
Last Resort - Pursuit of giant submarine - F-22.

The final test of gun aim.

Ace Combat, No Damage, in-depth, in one place:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AceCombat2 | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 17, 2025 at 8:46 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999) PC version.
Egypt - The Tomb Of Seth, Continued.

Lara's guide gets spooked, but she continues on!

More of Lara, in-depth:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaiderTheLastRevelation | #TombRaider4 | #TombRaiderIV | #TombRaider | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 17, 2025 at 8:33 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
I was curious to try out Capcom's latest new game demo - PRAGMATA and I think it clicked with me fairly quickly.
If I have the chance to, it's a game I would stream when it comes out.

youtube.com/live/2mwvXBl...

[ #PRAGMATA | #PRAGMATASketchBookDemo | #Capcom ]
December 17, 2025 at 7:46 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
ACE COMBAT 5: THE UNSUNG WAR (2004) via PCSX2.
M01 - Shorebirds - F-5E.

The beginning of AC5, where all things started. With a new dialogue mechanic!

Ace Combat in-depth playlist, No Damage:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AceCombat5TheUnsungWar | #AceCombat | #AceCombatSquadronLeader | #PS2 ]
December 12, 2025 at 2:23 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Another scenic view of cloud formations and a bright sun.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Cockpit view towards the pilot nicknamed "TASHA". ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Cockpit view towards the pilot nicknamed "NOISE". ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Another shot of three aircraft in the skies, now with more sun hitting the clouds. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. A scenic view of a piece of land, inhabited by people, a small town, with clouds and sun visible.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Character from the raft is walking down the hall of the carrier. A staff member is up ahead. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Close-up of one of the aircraft rendered in high detail. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Cockpit view towards the pilot nicknamed "PROFESSOR". ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Three aircraft in cloudy skies.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Cockpit view towards the pilot in the skies, dodging missiles. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Cockpit view of the pilot with an explosion right behind them. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Scenic shot of twilight skies with visible sun and lots of clouds. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Four carrier-based aircraft on the deck.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Character that goes by the nickname "NOISE" is holding a guitar while basking in twilight sun. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Character that goes by the nickname "TASHA" is looking all depressed while crouching in the floor in-between machinery. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. A person in a suit is holding a helmet with "REX" insignia on it. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. "PROFESSOR" in pilot gear, pointing at the person next to the camera. Aircraft in hangars can be seen in the distance.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
The long-awaited announcement of Ace Combat 8 has been released, here are some high-res promo materials.

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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. A view from a side of an aircraft in the sky, surrounded by clouds and a sea underneath. The sun is in front. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. A character on a life raft in the middle of a sea, during a cloudy weather. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Medical personnel on top of a carrier vessel checking the player's pupils with a flashlight. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE official promo screenshot. Character that goes by the nickname "PROFESSOR" holds the player on top of a deck.
December 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Air Combat (1995) via Beetle PSX HW.
M16 - Strike! - EF-2000.

A ravine, altitude restriction, the last stretch to the heart of the enemy.

Ace Combat in-depth playlist, No Damage:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AirCombat | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 4, 2025 at 11:18 AM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider III: Adventures of Lara Croft (1998) PC version.
Backstory FMV.

The expedition that lead to the discovery of the game's main artifact.

More of in-depth Lara:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaider3 | #TombRaiderIII | #TombRaider | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 4, 2025 at 7:45 AM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider II: Starring Lara Croft (1997) PS1 via Beetle PSX HW.
Italy - Bartoli's Hideout, Continued.

Atmospheric ladder climbing, infiltration of the hideout.

In-depth Lara:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaider2 | #TombRaider | #TombRaiderII | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 3, 2025 at 10:39 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere (1999) via Beetle PSX HW.
M14 - Pawns in the Game - R-211 Orcinus. LWT translation patch.

Ace Combat, No Damage, in-depth, in one place:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AceCombat3Electrosphere | #AceCombat3 | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider (1996) PC via Glidos.
Peru - Tomb of Qualopec.

From a valley with a T-Rex, to a tomb with raptors we go!

Tomb Raider playlist, in-depth:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaider | #TombRaider1 | #TombRaider1996 | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 2, 2025 at 10:43 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Ace Combat 2 (1997) via Beetle PSX HW.
Kingpin - Attack on the enemy's headquarters - F-22.

This is it. We've made it this far.

Ace Combat, No Damage, in-depth, in one place:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AceCombat2 | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
December 1, 2025 at 4:46 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider: Chronicles (2000) PC version.
Italy - The Colosseum, Continued.

Lara slides in a bit of a trouble with Pierre, but manages to turn the tables.

More of Lara, in-depth:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaiderChronicles | #TombRaider5 | #TombRaider | #PSX | #PS1 | #PlayStation ]
December 1, 2025 at 3:18 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Need for Speed: Porsche Unleashed (2000) PS1 via Beetle PSX HW.
Class 3 - USA - Desert Valley, Advanced.

More classic NFS, No Damage:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #NeedForSpeedPorscheUnleashed | #NeedForSpeedPorsche | #NeedForSpeed5 | #NeedForSpeed | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 30, 2025 at 5:08 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Resident Evil CODE: Veronica X (2003) Gamecube via Dolphin.

Shortly after the events of RE2, Claire is searching for Chris.

More of in=depth Resident Evil:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #ResidentEvilCodeVeronicaX | #ResidentEvilCodeVeronica #ResidentEvil | #Gamecube ]
November 30, 2025 at 4:42 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Air Combat (1995) via Beetle PSX HW.
M15 - Take a fortress! YF-23.

The most challenging mission of the game, with pretty good views as well!

Ace Combat in-depth playlist, No Damage:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AirCombat | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999) PC version.
Egypt - The Tomb Of Seth, Continued.

Deep down underground, a grand and beautiful sight.

More of Lara, in-depth:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaiderTheLastRevelation | #TombRaider4 | #TombRaiderIV | #TombRaider | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 30, 2025 at 4:12 PM
dfactor.bsky.social
Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere (1999) via Beetle PSX HW.
M13 - Bug Hunt - Su-37 Super Flanker. LWT translation patch.

Rena spaces out and then...

Ace Combat, No Damage, in-depth, in one place:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #AceCombat3Electrosphere | #AceCombat3 | #AceCombat | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 28, 2025 at 10:26 AM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider III: Adventures of Lara Croft (1998) PC version.
India - Caves Of Kaliya, Continued.

Lara faces the first boss of Tomb Raider 3.
But she came prepared!

More of in-depth Lara:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaider3 | #TombRaiderIII | #TombRaider | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 28, 2025 at 10:09 AM
dfactor.bsky.social
Tomb Raider II: Starring Lara Croft (1997) PS1 via Beetle PSX HW.
Italy - Bartoli's Hideout.

Things get weird when you have to avoid mechanical statues wielding almost Guts-tier swords.

In-depth Lara:
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

[ #TombRaider2 | #TombRaider | #TombRaiderII | #PSX | #PS1 ]
November 27, 2025 at 10:29 PM