I had the chance at BitSummit to sit down with Matt Kap from @labsworks.bsky.social to chat about Castle in the Darkness 2 after playing an extensive demo. We chatted about what goes into making a retro-inspired game for over six years. With extended gameplay! 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=OZhM...

We went to BitSummit, played a bunch of games, and talked to some developers. Get the rundown here: youtu.be/RXp_O_VF4Vg

BitSummit was absolutely amazing! I got to play a ton of games and had to shout about them. This video also includes interviews with the CEO of Critical Reflex and the folks from DenkiWorks. Thanks to everyone who helped out, in particular @lbierling.bsky.social for his camera work! 👇

After all the excitement of my vacation I finally found the time to go back and finish Bubsy 4D. What an amazing time that was. We've updated the review over on @nintendonwr.bsky.social with a finalized score. This is really one you shouldn't miss out on! www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/75637...

We're back. Mood.

I should really just leave my wallet locked in a suitcase. Even the airport isn't safe from my impulse buying in Japan...

Zo fijn dat zoveel uit het archief van Beeld & Geluid nu publiek beschikbaar is. Dit is één van mijn favo fragmenten: een prachtig tijdsbeeld over hoe er begin jaren '90 door ouders en speelgoedwinkeleigenaren werd gedacht over games. schatkamer.beeldengeluid.nl/serie/210160...

Yesterday Sound & Vision launched De Schatkamer ("treasure room"). A new, free, streaming service available in the Netherlands which makes more than 700.000 radio and TV programs from our archive available to watch. A major milestone and wonderful tool for research! schatkamer.beeldengeluid.nl

There it is. The best bench in all of Japan.

Worth the walk.

I wrote a review for Mixtape last week. A strange nostalgia for 80's and 90's suburban American media, rather than a truly lived experience. Making me truly forget most of the game less than 24 hours after the credits rolled. For @nintendonwr.bsky.social 👇 www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/75638...

ALL ABOARD!!!

@thejapanhobbyist.bsky.social Hey there! Love your blog. Quick question, but would you know where I might find a (used/good price) for a Densha de Go controller (Switch) in Osaka/surroundings? Would love to hear your suggestions for stores to check out. Cheers!

BitSummit was an absolutely wonderful experience. Too many fantastic games to count. But as per usual, it's the people that make events like these memorable. I had so many great conversations with lovely folks from around the globe. Thank you all! The game writeups for NWR will follow soon.

We are ready to represent Nintendo World Report @nintendonwr.bsky.social) at Bitsummit in Kyoto today! If you spot me or Leon be sure to say hi! Looking forward to trying a ton of games and making connections✌️

Not every brilliant capsule toy needs to be part of a major brand. I love this one so much lol

Busy 4D has been a delight so far. While I'm uncertain it will mean a full revival for the bobcat, even if you aren't nostalgic for his games this 3D platform has the juice. My review in progress for @nintendonwr.bsky.social 👇 www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/75637...

Just die.

Meeting up with people on the other side of the world is the literal best. And how can you ever really tire from Osaka?

Can't spell dance without ace

Ik werd verrast door Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. De levels en structuur waren even wennen, gezien het geen standaard platformer is. Maar als het klikt is het een bom van creativiteit en Nintendo op z'n best. Mijn review voor ID 👇 id.nl/huis-en-ente...

Over a year ago, I spoke with @rasheedabueideh.bsky.social about Dreams on a Pillow for a piece that was killed before it could be published. I am honored that he was willing to take the time to speak with me again in spite of that and tell me about his beautiful homeland: kotaku.com/upcoming-ste...

24h with no sleep let's go

Want to learn more about Moon Child's music? Check out the latest episode of Pixel Symphonic!

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle makes the jump quite nicely to Switch 2. @jtsknight92.bsky.social has our full review: youtu.be/UhtANe2rB-4?...

Ik ben weer op zoek naar iemand die bij ons stage wilt komen lopen om me te helpen met content en social media (o.a.)! nintendoeurope.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...

I can FINALLY confirm that I will be attending BitSummit later this month! I am incredibly excited to speak to indie game developers working on Switch (2) and other projects. Please reach out if you have something cool to share!

I can FINALLY confirm that I will be attending BitSummit later this month! I am incredibly excited to speak to indie game developers working on Switch (2) and other projects. Please reach out if you have something cool to share!

The switch 2 hardware prices will increase. For Japan it will be the Japanese language only system. Increase by 10.000Y. This also applies to switch OLED and lite. In Canada the price will be 659 CA. US will be 499 USD and Europe will be 499 EURO. www.nintendo.co.jp/corporate/re...

John makes the argument that hardcore fans like him shouldn't be the primary target audience for Nintendo's return to Star Fox. Full video here: youtu.be/ALiBYFOtU5w

How in the hell have we gotten three remakes of Star Fox 64 and not a single new F-Zero game?

@jtsknight92.bsky.social it is happening

I'm sorry @isaamation.bsky.social . I had to.

It was so cool to see this awesome documentary about the power of nostalgia and video game collecting in both The Netherlands and Brazil. Kind of unreal to see myself in a cinema screen, but what a fun time "Press Start for Nostalgia" is!

Tijd voor een overzicht van wat ik allemaal heb uitgespookt afgelopen maand. Een nieuwe 'Waar is Willem?' is nu te lezen op NERDerland! nerderland.substack.com/p/waar-is-wi...

Has your cursor taken a vacation yet? neal.fun/cursor-camp/

I wrote our new newsletter from @efgamp.bsky.social called Saving in Progress. The goal is to have a bi-monthly newsletter that shares updates and news from the world of #gamespreservation as well as our federation for game archives. It would be great if you could share and subscribe!

Well hello there my old friend

Omg they put Dedra Meero in Star Wars Monopoly for the villains. What a choice.

I had a great time with Constance. A smaller scale 2D Action Platformer that has a gorgeous visual style. For those looking for a palette cleanser after Silksong, this is one you should check out. My review for @nintendonwr.bsky.social 👇 youtu.be/H8Luqxuf_Co

JOIN US... JOIN THE CULT! 💀 www.designjobsboard.com/job/98633/ph... A cult is only as good as its cultists, so we're on the hunt for a Physical Games Production Coordinator who is devoted to bringing games to disc and cartridge!

I got to organize the monthly afternoon drinks today at work and it was all about retro games. A full showcase of games and consoles from all generations. Such fun to see colleagues trying out nostalgic favorites or discovering the width of games out there. I got so many compliments, so much fun!

Can't wait for everyone who doubted me calling Bubsy 4D the most fun I had at Gamescom to finally acknowledge my GREAT taste in games.

Voor NEMO Kennislink sprak ik met Joost Vervoort. Hij wil spelers met de game All Will Rise inspireren om na te denken over een betere wereld. Het team achter All Will Rise sloeg vorige maand nog een deal met Xbox af om ethische redenen. www.nemokennislink.nl/publicaties/...

For @aftermath.site, I spoke with @seven.eurosky.social about the sudden, viral love for Moon Child and the rocky history that led to it. aftermath.site/moon-child-t...

For the first time in our 9-year history: WE ARE HIRING! We're seeking a full-time fundraising manager to establish and grow our non-profit's development department - in other words, to raise money and help us grow! Remote-hybrid in the SF Bay Area with benefits! www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/44...

it's that time of year again...are you a historical videogame player living in the Netherlands? do you want to contribute to player-focused research on past-play? come sign up for a gameplay session so i can watch you 👀 for science! check out edu.nl/cd849 to learn more 🏛️🎮⚔️🎲

Jazz Jackrabbit fans are in shambles over the new green europlatformer guy who is 3x as Dutch and doesn't need a gun

I decided to re-register an account to enjoy the memes of our 1990s #MoonChild game. 😁👍 I designed Hoi and Moon Child. Reinier van Vliet coded it, and Ramon Braumuller made the soundtrack. Play Moon Child online: proofofconcept.nl/portfolio/mo... Moon Child Archive: archive.org/details/Moon...

Big update for Moon Child. Metin found some of his original sketches and drawings. They'll be added to the full archive on the internet archive but you can check some of them out on Metin's socials graphics.social/@metin/11641...