Eliot Lash
@eliotlash.com
Programmer/Game Dev. 🏳️🌈🌹
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For now I'm planning to mostly post at @Eliot-L.social.coop.ap.brid.gy which uses https://fed.brid.gy, follow @ap.brid.gy to interact with me there.
Mastodon: https://social.coop/@Eliot_L
Pronouns: He/him
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Eliot Lash
@eliotlash.com
· Nov 21
I am very happy to be finding a lot of people I know on here. I do have some reservations about this platform that make me hesitant to go "all in" on it. I think the intentions of Bluesky Social, PBC are good, and the architecture is very innovative, but I'm worried about long-term prospects. 🧵
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I say this with zero irony: if you are even tangentially a part of a retro video game community, it is your civic duty to push back against this company and shun anyone who doesn't. This is fascism tapping gently at the door and as soon as you let it in, it's going to invite its friends.
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I say this with zero irony: if you are even tangentially a part of a retro video game community, it is your civic duty to push back against this company and shun anyone who doesn't. This is fascism tapping gently at the door and as soon as you let it in, it's going to invite its friends.
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Who coined "Metroidvania"? It wasn't @jparish.bsky.social, and he'll be the first to tell you. Besides, there are far more interesting questions, like: How did it spread? Evolve? And what's it got to do with rickrolling?
Watch til the end for a post-credits sting.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8set...
Watch til the end for a post-credits sting.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8set...
The History Of The Word "Metroidvania" And How It Spread
YouTube video by Critical Kate (of A Critical Hit!)
www.youtube.com
December 20, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Who coined "Metroidvania"? It wasn't @jparish.bsky.social, and he'll be the first to tell you. Besides, there are far more interesting questions, like: How did it spread? Evolve? And what's it got to do with rickrolling?
Watch til the end for a post-credits sting.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8set...
Watch til the end for a post-credits sting.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8set...
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My "No Graphics API" blog post is live! Please repost :)
www.sebastianaaltonen.com/blog/no-grap...
I spend 1.5 years doing this. Full rewrite last summer and another partial rewrite last month. As Hemingway said: "First draft of everything is always shit".
www.sebastianaaltonen.com/blog/no-grap...
I spend 1.5 years doing this. Full rewrite last summer and another partial rewrite last month. As Hemingway said: "First draft of everything is always shit".
No Graphics API — Sebastian Aaltonen
Graphics APIs and shader languages have significantly increased in complexity over the past decade. It’s time to start discussing how to strip down the abstractions to simplify development, improve pe...
www.sebastianaaltonen.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:52 PM
My "No Graphics API" blog post is live! Please repost :)
www.sebastianaaltonen.com/blog/no-grap...
I spend 1.5 years doing this. Full rewrite last summer and another partial rewrite last month. As Hemingway said: "First draft of everything is always shit".
www.sebastianaaltonen.com/blog/no-grap...
I spend 1.5 years doing this. Full rewrite last summer and another partial rewrite last month. As Hemingway said: "First draft of everything is always shit".
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I intend to use my profits from the game to fund and uplift creators less privileged than he is. I’ve already begun that effort with the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant: grants.draknek.org
Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant
The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.
grants.draknek.org
December 12, 2025 at 1:58 AM
I intend to use my profits from the game to fund and uplift creators less privileged than he is. I’ve already begun that effort with the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant: grants.draknek.org
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So, “Order of the Sinking Star” by Thekla was just announced, which takes several small free games (two of which are mine) and gives them a major graphical upgrade and mashes up their rulesets. I haven’t been very involved but it’s a great concept and looks cool.
December 12, 2025 at 1:55 AM
So, “Order of the Sinking Star” by Thekla was just announced, which takes several small free games (two of which are mine) and gives them a major graphical upgrade and mashes up their rulesets. I haven’t been very involved but it’s a great concept and looks cool.
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We're partnering with @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social + @megacatstudios.bsky.social to release Xcavator 2025, a never before seen NES game from the legendary Chris Oberth.
100% of profits go to @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social!
Pre-order now to play the newest old game on the market: bit.ly/xcavator-2025
100% of profits go to @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social!
Pre-order now to play the newest old game on the market: bit.ly/xcavator-2025
December 10, 2025 at 7:14 PM
We're partnering with @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social + @megacatstudios.bsky.social to release Xcavator 2025, a never before seen NES game from the legendary Chris Oberth.
100% of profits go to @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social!
Pre-order now to play the newest old game on the market: bit.ly/xcavator-2025
100% of profits go to @gamehistoryorg.bsky.social!
Pre-order now to play the newest old game on the market: bit.ly/xcavator-2025
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PancitoMerge out now on Steam!
Drop, stack, and merge *pan dulce* into delicious mega‑treats!
Thanks @lagshowcase.bsky.social for putting together a beautiful trailer!
Featured on #LAGS2025
Drop, stack, and merge *pan dulce* into delicious mega‑treats!
Thanks @lagshowcase.bsky.social for putting together a beautiful trailer!
Featured on #LAGS2025
December 10, 2025 at 12:21 AM
PancitoMerge out now on Steam!
Drop, stack, and merge *pan dulce* into delicious mega‑treats!
Thanks @lagshowcase.bsky.social for putting together a beautiful trailer!
Featured on #LAGS2025
Drop, stack, and merge *pan dulce* into delicious mega‑treats!
Thanks @lagshowcase.bsky.social for putting together a beautiful trailer!
Featured on #LAGS2025
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The Darkside Detective & The Jackbox Party Pack 4 is free on Epic Games Store buff.ly/aadJJDg
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Darkside Detective & The Jackbox Party Pack 4 is free on Epic Games Store buff.ly/aadJJDg
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When I agreed to do the cover for The Way of Kings, I had no notion that it was the beginning of a multi-book project.
I imagine TOR knew of Brandon's plan, but if I were them I’d have waited to see whether or not this Whelan guy could deliver before committing to any subsequent covers. 😉 1/5
I imagine TOR knew of Brandon's plan, but if I were them I’d have waited to see whether or not this Whelan guy could deliver before committing to any subsequent covers. 😉 1/5
Back when you were hired to work on The Way of Kings, were you hired to do the next four books as well? If so, what compelled you to accept such a long term project?
December 4, 2025 at 3:54 AM
When I agreed to do the cover for The Way of Kings, I had no notion that it was the beginning of a multi-book project.
I imagine TOR knew of Brandon's plan, but if I were them I’d have waited to see whether or not this Whelan guy could deliver before committing to any subsequent covers. 😉 1/5
I imagine TOR knew of Brandon's plan, but if I were them I’d have waited to see whether or not this Whelan guy could deliver before committing to any subsequent covers. 😉 1/5
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Tomorrow night, together with @gamesack.net, we're excited to premiere "Pixels to Pages: The Story of EGM." This documentary has been in the works on and off for 7 years and covers the history of the magazine up through and shortly after being acquired by Ziff Davis. www.youtube.com/watch?v=E010...
Pixels to Pages - The Story of Electronic Gaming Monthly
YouTube video by Game Sack
www.youtube.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Tomorrow night, together with @gamesack.net, we're excited to premiere "Pixels to Pages: The Story of EGM." This documentary has been in the works on and off for 7 years and covers the history of the magazine up through and shortly after being acquired by Ziff Davis. www.youtube.com/watch?v=E010...
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My friend Ramy is raising funds to help grow food for his community in #gaza using UV lamps. Please help him this #givingtuesday and beyond.
https://chuffed.org/project/grow-food-gaza-uv-tech
I've known Ramy since 2017. You can learn more about him and his […]
[Original post on social.coop]
https://chuffed.org/project/grow-food-gaza-uv-tech
I've known Ramy since 2017. You can learn more about him and his […]
[Original post on social.coop]
December 3, 2025 at 6:18 AM
My friend Ramy is raising funds to help grow food for his community in #gaza using UV lamps. Please help him this #givingtuesday and beyond.
https://chuffed.org/project/grow-food-gaza-uv-tech
I've known Ramy since 2017. You can learn more about him and his […]
[Original post on social.coop]
https://chuffed.org/project/grow-food-gaza-uv-tech
I've known Ramy since 2017. You can learn more about him and his […]
[Original post on social.coop]
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🥳 We've smaaaaashed through 33% of our annual fundraising goal in less than four hours! If we reach our goal on day one we'll literally kick Phil out of the office and make him go home early to relax.
December 2, 2025 at 6:21 PM
🥳 We've smaaaaashed through 33% of our annual fundraising goal in less than four hours! If we reach our goal on day one we'll literally kick Phil out of the office and make him go home early to relax.
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This is a long shot but does anyone know of any apps that can do cheap international calls over #voip/wifi that work in #palestine (#gaza)? Ideally pay-as-you-go. Asking for a friend. He has tried a bunch of these but they either have broken email verification or say they don't work in his […]
Original post on social.coop
social.coop
December 2, 2025 at 7:46 AM
This is a long shot but does anyone know of any apps that can do cheap international calls over #voip/wifi that work in #palestine (#gaza)? Ideally pay-as-you-go. Asking for a friend. He has tried a bunch of these but they either have broken email verification or say they don't work in his […]
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BIG NEWS:
We are no longer Eggplant. We are, simply:
The Secret Lives of Games
AND ALSO:
We've launched the first episode of All Systems Brough, a year-long, one-a-month series exploring the work of @smestorp.bsky.social. Join us and play along!
secretlives.games/all-systems-...
We are no longer Eggplant. We are, simply:
The Secret Lives of Games
AND ALSO:
We've launched the first episode of All Systems Brough, a year-long, one-a-month series exploring the work of @smestorp.bsky.social. Join us and play along!
secretlives.games/all-systems-...
The Secret Lives of Games: All Systems Brough - Introduction
We're joined by Frank Lantz (Q-UP) and Mare Sheppard + Raigan Burns of Metanet (N++) for the first episode of All Systems Brough, a year-long exploration of the work of Michael Brough. We share our th...
secretlives.games
November 21, 2025 at 9:32 PM
BIG NEWS:
We are no longer Eggplant. We are, simply:
The Secret Lives of Games
AND ALSO:
We've launched the first episode of All Systems Brough, a year-long, one-a-month series exploring the work of @smestorp.bsky.social. Join us and play along!
secretlives.games/all-systems-...
We are no longer Eggplant. We are, simply:
The Secret Lives of Games
AND ALSO:
We've launched the first episode of All Systems Brough, a year-long, one-a-month series exploring the work of @smestorp.bsky.social. Join us and play along!
secretlives.games/all-systems-...
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gathered together some of my old games that had fallen off the internet
smestorp.itch.io/lots-of-mich...
smestorp.itch.io/lots-of-mich...
lots of michael brough games by Michael Brough
collection
smestorp.itch.io
November 26, 2025 at 4:39 PM
gathered together some of my old games that had fallen off the internet
smestorp.itch.io/lots-of-mich...
smestorp.itch.io/lots-of-mich...
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Everyone knows that the PDF spec is powerful enough to allow a full Linux kernel to boot, right? linux.doompdf.dev/
November 25, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Everyone knows that the PDF spec is powerful enough to allow a full Linux kernel to boot, right? linux.doompdf.dev/
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i'm looking for a new job
Hire Me in Japan — overreacted
I'm looking for a new job.
overreacted.io
November 10, 2025 at 3:31 PM
i'm looking for a new job
Really enjoying this game so far! It's tough subject matter but I'm always glad to see such personal work being made.
#ConsumeMe
#ConsumeMe
November 14, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Really enjoying this game so far! It's tough subject matter but I'm always glad to see such personal work being made.
#ConsumeMe
#ConsumeMe
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Announcing: New @steampowered.com Hardware, coming in 2026:
Steam Controller
Steam Machine
Steam Frame.
Watch our jazzy announcement video and wishlist now: steampowered.com/hardware
Steam Controller
Steam Machine
Steam Frame.
Watch our jazzy announcement video and wishlist now: steampowered.com/hardware
Steam Hardware
The Steam Hardware family officially expands in early 2026.
steampowered.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Announcing: New @steampowered.com Hardware, coming in 2026:
Steam Controller
Steam Machine
Steam Frame.
Watch our jazzy announcement video and wishlist now: steampowered.com/hardware
Steam Controller
Steam Machine
Steam Frame.
Watch our jazzy announcement video and wishlist now: steampowered.com/hardware
Plentiful is a nonprofit app to help people in the US get connected to local programs offering free food to those in need. It can help in finding the location of nearby food pantries, registering to avoid long lines at certain locations, and more.
plentifulapp.com
#MutualAid
plentifulapp.com
#MutualAid
Plentiful - Homepage
Across the US, over 40 million people visit a charitable food program each year, often waiting in long lines for service. Plentiful eliminates lines, increases agency, and restores dignity to families...
plentifulapp.com
November 10, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Plentiful is a nonprofit app to help people in the US get connected to local programs offering free food to those in need. It can help in finding the location of nearby food pantries, registering to avoid long lines at certain locations, and more.
plentifulapp.com
#MutualAid
plentifulapp.com
#MutualAid
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Hi #PitchYaGame!
#SugarplumCafe is an ~aesthetic~ merge crafting game where you run a pastel rococo café 💖
🍰 Merge ingredients into desserts
🎀 Meet fashionable ladies inspired by sweets
🫖 Host elegant tea parties
✨ Embrace your frilly fairytale side
#cozygame #egl #cozygames
#SugarplumCafe is an ~aesthetic~ merge crafting game where you run a pastel rococo café 💖
🍰 Merge ingredients into desserts
🎀 Meet fashionable ladies inspired by sweets
🫖 Host elegant tea parties
✨ Embrace your frilly fairytale side
#cozygame #egl #cozygames
November 7, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Hi #PitchYaGame!
#SugarplumCafe is an ~aesthetic~ merge crafting game where you run a pastel rococo café 💖
🍰 Merge ingredients into desserts
🎀 Meet fashionable ladies inspired by sweets
🫖 Host elegant tea parties
✨ Embrace your frilly fairytale side
#cozygame #egl #cozygames
#SugarplumCafe is an ~aesthetic~ merge crafting game where you run a pastel rococo café 💖
🍰 Merge ingredients into desserts
🎀 Meet fashionable ladies inspired by sweets
🫖 Host elegant tea parties
✨ Embrace your frilly fairytale side
#cozygame #egl #cozygames
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Happy Halloween! 🎃 After 4 months of work, VAMPIRES, my immersive short story, is finally released.
This is a pretty personal work, so take your time with it. It's about 15,000 words, so not super long.
halfcourtyeet.itch.io/vampires
Enjoy!
#gamedev #twine #gamewriting #indiedev #writing
This is a pretty personal work, so take your time with it. It's about 15,000 words, so not super long.
halfcourtyeet.itch.io/vampires
Enjoy!
#gamedev #twine #gamewriting #indiedev #writing
VAMPIRES by halfcourtyeet
Play in your browser
halfcourtyeet.itch.io
November 1, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Happy Halloween! 🎃 After 4 months of work, VAMPIRES, my immersive short story, is finally released.
This is a pretty personal work, so take your time with it. It's about 15,000 words, so not super long.
halfcourtyeet.itch.io/vampires
Enjoy!
#gamedev #twine #gamewriting #indiedev #writing
This is a pretty personal work, so take your time with it. It's about 15,000 words, so not super long.
halfcourtyeet.itch.io/vampires
Enjoy!
#gamedev #twine #gamewriting #indiedev #writing
Reposted by Eliot Lash
If you need food, check out plentifulapp.com for local distribution
Plentiful - Homepage
Across the US, over 40 million people visit a charitable food program each year, often waiting in long lines for service. Plentiful eliminates lines, increases agency, and restores dignity to families...
plentifulapp.com
November 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM
If you need food, check out plentifulapp.com for local distribution
Reposted by Eliot Lash
Hard to believe it's already been ten years that Gaming Alexandria has been around. Here's a (late) article about our history, as well as special thanks and small blurbs from others of what Gaming Alexandria has meant to them. Here's to another ten years! www.gamingalexandria.com/wp/2025/11/g...
November 9, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Hard to believe it's already been ten years that Gaming Alexandria has been around. Here's a (late) article about our history, as well as special thanks and small blurbs from others of what Gaming Alexandria has meant to them. Here's to another ten years! www.gamingalexandria.com/wp/2025/11/g...