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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 10h

31 years ago today (10/10/94), ‘Doom II’ released on Windows PC in the United States. This was the first game in the series to be sold in stores, as the original was only done so via shareware and mail order. It sold more than 1.8 million copies & generated $74 million in revenue.

The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 1d

Pre-order your tickets at the link below.

Convention tickets: $10
After-Party/Concert tickets: $10
Convention & After-Party Combo: $15.00

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R2V2 2025

Video Game Convetion Hosted by a local podcast with a focus on bringing fans, developers, and collaborators together.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 1d

During the convention, you won't even have to leave to get something to eat.

Cliffbreakers has you covered with hot, fresh food, snacks & drinks.

Check out their in-house chef's menu below for Rock River Valley Video Game Convention (R2V2).

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 1d

After getting your fill at R2V2's show floor, you can enjoy a live concert with FOUR acts playing nothing but video game tunes.

You can even order a drink from the bar, which includes a signature cocktail from Cliffbreakers.

Here's the lineup of music; the show kicks off at 6:00!

The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 2d

Pre-order your tickets at the link below.

Convention tickets: $10
After-Party/Concert tickets: $10
Convention & After-Party Combo: $15.00

www.eventbrite.com/e/r2v2-2025-...

We are extremely proud to partner with @firedeptcoffee for R2V2!! Free bag of Fire Dept Coffee to the first 400 entries!!! LETS GOOO!!!! #videogame #convention #coffee #free #yummy #videogames

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 2d

R2V2 has partnered with Fire Dept. Coffee!

The first 400 guests to the event will receive a bag of coffee compliments of the Rockford-based coffee brewer.

On top of that, you'll have access to dozens of vendors, arcade cabinets, VR laser tag & so much more!

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 2d

Listen to the live stream here:

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104/9 The X

104.9 The X Rocks! WXRX signed on January 1st of 1990 as a rock station, and has been rockin’ the state line ever since. Yes, we have gone through some changes...but then again, who hasn't changed a ...

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 2d

Our own Scott Clark will be on 104.9 The X’s morning radio show this morning from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM to talk all things video games & especially R2V2GameCon, which is this Saturday at Cliffbreakers. Tune in on your radio to 104.9 click the streaming link in the comments.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 2d

Today is the 33rd anniversary of the first release of the original ‘Mortal Kombat’ in arcades. This 2D fighting game was developed/published by Midway & it took ten months to create. The game was unique for its digitized animations of real actors, a 5-button control scheme & fatality finishers.

The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 3d

We actually do have a video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel. We record live every Monday night at 7:30 PM CST, and you can chat with us while we record!

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Ghost of Yotei, Mai: Child of Ages & Community Questions

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 3d

Links to listen to the show:

Spotify:
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Apple Podcasts:
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Ghost of Yotei, Mai: Child of Ages & Community Questions • The Gaming Outsider

On this episode, the GO Cast answers questions provided from the community. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 3d

The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is available. This week, you can hear our impressions of:

‘Ghost of Yōtei’
‘Megabonk’
‘Mai: Child of Ages’
‘Earthion’

They also answer community questions & discuss the price increase for Game Pass.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 3d

Links to listen to the show:

Spotify:
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Apple Podcasts:
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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 3d

22 years ago today (10/7/03), ‘Viewtiful Joe’ released on the GameCube in NA. In this heavily stylized 2D beat ‘em up, you play as Joe, a movie fan whose girlfriend is kidnapped. Joe takes on the persona of the superhero Viewtiful Joe to rescue her. The game warranted a PS2 port & a sequel.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

Click the YouTube link to join the conversation:

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Ghost of Yotei, Mai: Child of Ages & Community Questions

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

The Gaming Outsider Podcast records LIVE tonight at 7:30 PM CST. Come join us as we answer video game related questions form the community, discuss the recent increase in Game Pass prices & share our impressions of these game:

‘Ghost of Yotei’
‘Megabonk’
‘Mai: Child of Ages’
‘Earthion’
And more!

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

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Space Chef Launches This October on PC and Consoles

Space Chef launches this October on PC and consoles. Demo is available now, full release coming on October 28th.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

Ready to cook across the cosmos? Space Chef from BlueGooGames and @kwalee.bsky.social is serving up intergalactic flavor on Oct 28, 2025 for PC and consoles!

Explore alien worlds, gather bizarre ingredients, and build the restaurant of your dreams. Check out the trailer and our full write-up below!

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

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Hyperkin's "The Competitor" Available for Pre-Order Today!

Hyperkin's The Competitor controller is available for pre-order today! A Xbox-licensed gamepad with Hall-Effect sticks and pro features.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

@hyperkin.bsky.social ’s The Competitor is officially available for pre-order! This premium, Xbox-licensed controller features Hall-Effect thumbsticks, textured grips, and pro-level precision—all for just $49.99.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 4d

‘Saw’, the 1st Xbox 360/PS3 game based on the film franchise universe, released in North America 16 years ago today on October 6th, 2009. Taking place between the first 2 films, players learn about the origins of Jigsaw. The game was praised for its story but criticized for its controls and combat.

The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 5d

To hear Relle talk more about Forgotten Fragments, be sure to listen to the October 1st, 2025 episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast around the 1:10:35 time stamp.

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Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, Forgotten Fragments & The Best Year in Gaming

On this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast, the crew debates which year they each believe was the best year of all time.

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 5d

You can read Relle’s full review on The Gaming Outsider’s web site at the following link:

thegamingoutsider.com/2025/10/05/f...

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 5d

“If you’re into pain, and I mean the good stuff, ‘Forgotten Fragments’ will provide. It’s not for the faint of heart, yet it gives you the tools to customize the experience if rage isn’t your preferred mental state. It’s a quality game for the price."

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The Gaming Outsider @thegamingoutsider.bsky.social · 5d

You can read Marc’s full review on The Gaming Outsider’s web site at the following link:

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