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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 9h

This took a while to do. I compared Final Fantasy Tactics, Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions, and Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles for @rpgsite.net going over features, platform differences, visuals, load times for all the versions, and more: www.rpgsite.net/feature/1859...

Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles on Switch 2, Steam Deck OLED, ROG Ally, and PS Portal next to two PS Vitas running FF Tactics PS1 and WOTL. There's a physical copy of the PS5 version next to an iPad running FFT WOTL, the Switch and Steam Deck LCD with the classic mode for the Ivalice Chronicles. I also have the soundtrack playing on a phone via Apple Music next to two espresso cups with black coffee.

Read my Final Fantasy Tactics complete feature going over PS1 vs PSP vs mobile vs PS5 vs Switch 2 vs Xbox vs Steam Deck PC and more on RPG Site - https://www.rpgsite.net/feature/18591-final-fantasy-tactics-the-ivalice-chronicles-switch-2-vs-ps5-psp-war-of-the-lions-ps1-features-xbox-pc-steam-differences-compared

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 7h

I've enjoyed this as a break from work over the last week. Thanks for releasing it.

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 9h

This took a while to do. I compared Final Fantasy Tactics, Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions, and Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles for @rpgsite.net going over features, platform differences, visuals, load times for all the versions, and more: www.rpgsite.net/feature/1859...

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 10h

Have you seen the reverse art they included (multiple versions) for the Switch and PS5 releases in Japan?

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Nintendo Insider @nintendoinsider.bsky.social · 13h

We need a bit more time for our full scored review, but you can read our thoughts with Yooka-Replaylee's Switch 2 version and more here: https://www.nintendo-insider.com/yooka-replaylee-switch-2-review-in-progress-vs-steam-deck-ps5/

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 13h

My Yooka-Replaylee review (in progress) is up on @nintendoinsider.bsky.social. I like it a lot more than the original. you can read my thoughts focusing on the Switch 2 port, but also covering a bit about the Steam version here: www.nintendo-insider.com/yooka-replay...

Yooka Replaylee on Switch 2, Yooka Laylee on Switch, a cup of cold brew and a cup of brewed hot coffee. https://www.nintendo-insider.com/yooka-replaylee-switch-2-review-in-progress-vs-steam-deck-ps5/

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Josh Broadwell @fionnthebrave.bsky.social · 13h

I spent the last week combing through reports and speaking with analysts about where EA's studios and most well-known franchises will likely fit under its new owners - and how that massive debt will potentially influence the way EA handles them

www.polygon.com/ea-deal-pred...

What the EA deal could mean for BioWare, The Sims, and more

The $55 billion deal would take the publishing powerhouse private

www.polygon.com

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RPG Site @rpgsite.net · 14h

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold 5 million copies worldwide in five months. Sandfall Interactive has announced an upcoming major update featuring a brand-new location, challenging boss battles, new costumes, and more: www.rpgsite.net/news/18654-c...

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 15h

Search is broken in general right now. Nothing works.

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 17h

@ultrabrilliant.xyz

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 1d

ball x pit

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 18h

LMAO

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Chris Schilling @schillingc.bsky.social · 1d

A good friend has submitted this brilliant model of the library from Buffy to Lego Ideas. I’d be very grateful for your help in getting her to 5k supporters: beta.ideas.lego.com/product-idea...

Buffy the Vampire Slayer Library | LEGO® Ideas

"Sunnydale High isn't really like other high schools. A lot of weird stuff happens here." Buffy the Vampire Slayer first exploded onto our TV screens in the lat…

beta.ideas.lego.com

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Shaun Musgrave @shaunmusgrave.bsky.social · 1d

Alright, let’s recommend some books about games. This will be a thread I add stuff to as I think of it.

Kurt Kalata writes about all kinds of games but if you’ve known his work as long as I have, he’s Mr. Castlevania. I really liked this one.

www.amazon.com/Hardcore-Gam...

Hardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Castlevania (Color Edition)

Hardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Castlevania (Color Edition) [Kalata, Kurt] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Hardcore Gaming 101 Presents: Castlevania (Color Edition)

www.amazon.com

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 1d

Spending an extra hour to test something in-game that will only affect 1/10 people.

an older man is holding a ring in his hand and asking why shouldn 't i .

Alt: Bilbo bagging saying why shouldn't I

media.tenor.com

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 1d

Same for digital as long as it says "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition " which it does for games like Z-A or recently third party stuff like Tactics/Hades 2. Not that it matters for your use case (given the game) but this branding also means save data carries over without issues between generations.

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · Sep 5

Your Email meets My Spam Folder thanks to This Annoying Subject Line.

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Simogo @simogo.com · 1d

SIMOGO 15TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL
October 28, 2025
Please join us for a celebration full of news and surprises. See you!

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 1d

ball x pit

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 1d

Baby Steps for sure.

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RPG Site @rpgsite.net · 1d

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Original Soundtrack from Falcom Sound Team jdk releases on December 22 digitally, on streaming services, and on CD: www.rpgsite.net/news/18644-t...

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RPG Site @rpgsite.net · 3d

With Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven now available on Xbox, we've put together a new feature covering the RPG across platforms going over performance, visuals, and more to help find the best version for you. This covers PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, PC, and more: www.rpgsite.net/feature/1859...

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RPG Site @rpgsite.net · 1d

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Nintendo Switch and GameCube soundtracks are now available to stream on Nintendo Music: www.rpgsite.net/news/18643-p...

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 2d

I enjoyed Maze Mice from @trampolinetales.com on iOS a lot. It feels like a lovely blend of classic arcade Pac-Man elements, bullet heaven games, and even Snake with a superlative soundtrack from @vincentcolavita.bsky.social: www.patreon.com/posts/maze-m...

Maze Mice on iPhone 15 Pro inside a Razer Kishi V3, an iPhone 12, and an iPad Pro next to a cup of black coffee. https://www.patreon.com/posts/maze-mice-ios-140555821

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Mikhail @va11halla.bsky.social · 2d

I enjoyed Maze Mice from @trampolinetales.com on iOS a lot. It feels like a lovely blend of classic arcade Pac-Man elements, bullet heaven games, and even Snake with a superlative soundtrack from @vincentcolavita.bsky.social: www.patreon.com/posts/maze-m...

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