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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 5h

We always aim for the first full weekend of November. So should be about then next year.

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 6h

With SGC a month a way I'm happy to share the schedule. This event is stacked with some amazing speakers and sessions.

Definitely put it on your calendar if you're wanting to level up your game development skills.

www.shawneegamecon.com/schedule

#sgc2025 #gamedev #indiedev

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 3d

Really want to get Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles but I'm still finishing Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

I need to start keeping a proper backlog / to play queue. Any recommendations on how to track this stuff?

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 12d

Planning the SSU Fall Game Jam has been special 🎮 alumni jumped in to help me shape the event and even design Diversifiers as side quests for jammers.

Check what we came up with: www.ssugames.org/announcing-f...

Looking forward to hosting. See you there! 👾
#gamedev #indiedev #gamejam #ssugames

Announcing Fall 2025 Game Jam Diversifiers!

Announcing the SSUGames Fall 2025 Game Jam Diversifiers!

www.ssugames.org

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 12d

I need the routine.

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 12d

I put so many hours into this game. I thought all the silly mini-games were great.

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volpe @volpeforamerica.bsky.social · 13d

Another quick blurb about me and the other Senate candidates for Ohio 2026.

www.dispatch.com/story/news/p...

Who is running for Ohio Senate seat in 2026?

Sen. Jon Husted is poised to face former Sen. Sherrod Brown as he seeks to defend his seat in 2026.

www.dispatch.com

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 14d

Hey midwest game devs! Come to my event. We have food trucks.

www.shawneegamecon.com

#gamedev #midwest #gamedesign

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ssugames.bsky.social @ssugames.bsky.social · 15d

The Sorting 2025: A Night of Discovery and Tradition

Read more: www.ssugames.org/the-sorting-...

#GameDev #SSUGames #GameDesign

The Sorting 2025: A Night of Discovery and Tradition

The Sorting 2025 welcomed new students into SSU’s Houses and unveiled the all-new House Hudson. From spirited challenges to the first points of the year, the night celebrated tradition while beginning...

www.ssugames.org

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ssugames.bsky.social @ssugames.bsky.social · 19d

New post: From Student to Software Sage: Kory Byrne's Python Optimization Masterclass

Read more: www.ssugames.org/from-student...

#GameDev #SSUGames #GameDesign

From Student to Software Sage: Kory Byrne's Python Optimization Masterclass

It was a genuine pleasure to welcome back Kory Byrne ('19) to Shawnee State for our Game On speaker series. For those of us who remember him as a student, it was inspiring to see how his passion for tinkering...

www.ssugames.org

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 24d

I'm not in the loop. 🤷

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 24d

Playing Eiyuden Chronicle for the first time. It took me a bit to get over the jittery camera movements but now that I'm past the prologue it's starting to pull me in.

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 25d

Some of you may not know I do more than teach game dev. I also get to organize our Game Jams. I get to create a space for students, alumni, & faculty to experiment, collaborate, & make awesome games over a weekend. Incredible energy plus pizza! 🍕
www.ssugames.org/forge-your-g...

#GameDev #GameJam

Forge Your Game at the SSU Games Fall 2025 Game Jam!

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend of creativity, food, and pixels! SSU Games is thrilled to host our Fall 2025 Game Jam from October 10-12, and we're excited to be an official part of S...

www.ssugames.org

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 27d

Check out the recap of GDEX 2025 from SSU Games. Faculty, students, and alumni share their thoughts and more.

#gamedev #gdex2025

www.ssugames.org/ssu-games-gd...

SSU Games @ GDEX Recap

Just wanted to share a quick update on our trip to the GDEX game expo in Columbus this past weekend (Sept 4-7). It's become a real tradition for us at Shawnee State, and this year was one of the best ...

www.ssugames.org

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 27d

We've got a new way to keep up with the adventures of SSU Games. I've been selected to redesign and develop our very own SSU Games newsletter. Keep up with our students, faculty, and alumni on their game dev journeys.

#gamedev

www.ssugames.org/new-game-unl...

New Game+ Unlocked: The SSU Games Relaunch

Welcome to the SSU Games New Game+

www.ssugames.org

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · 29d

Starting to recover from @thegdex.bsky.social. But I also came back inspired to continue uplifting game devs in my region. I've knocked out a ton of work in the last two days.

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Sep 6

GDEX 2025 Game Awards happening now!

Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Sep 5

Narrative Design panel @thegdex.bsky.social has been super informative. A lot of affirmations on processes paired with deeper insight to their creative flow.

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Sep 5

At @thegdex.bsky.social this weekend. Make sure to come and find me so we can talk about games.

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Derek Lieu - Game Trailer Editor @derek-lieu.com · Sep 2

I chatted with @freakingcoolindies.com about the process of working with a game trailer editor and how to make it as smooth as possible!

Meet the Man Behind Gaming’s Most Iconic Indie Trailers

YouTube video by Freaking Cool Indies

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Aug 27

One of my favorites.

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Aug 27

Unicorn Overlord I couldn't pass up with such a bad ass name. I didn't know what to expect going in, but I saw it had it's own "Gambit" system and said "bet". This is such a charming game with really fun tactical combat. I really wish it had a proper NG+

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Aug 27

I've finished Final Fantasy XII many times but never touched The Zodiac Age. The Gambit system is one of my all time favorite game mechanics and I want more games to include something similar. Zodiac Age is a great return to Ivalice.

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Aug 27

At this point I'm still wanting more turn-based games. So I was just strolling through the game shop and spotted Astria Ascending. I had no expectations going in, I just saw it was turn-based and a few bucks. This was a diamond in the rough. Charming characters and fun tactical combat.

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Travis Lynn - Video Game Professor @travisepic.bsky.social · Aug 27

I'm counting this as one game even though it was really 3.5 games. This game was on sale for like $5 and I couldn't pass it up. Getting to play some of my favorite PS2 games all over again I was hooked. I think this was when I was finally getting over the E33 high.

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