Lots to talk about tonight, but mainly, THE BABY IS COMING AHHH Playing more @shinraarchaeology.bsky.social Cut tonight bc I want to Also, move over Mark Wahlberg— it’s time for Prof’s 40 Day Challenge! (Aka LENT) See you at 7!

One of my students wrote a paper comparing the mythos-logos of FF16’s Phoenix to that of the people of Phoenix, Arizona… and honestly, it was incredibly well-argued and I may include it in future lectures. Wow.

I know Final Fantasy 7 fans are starved. But you gotta understand, we are in multi platform marketing now. Info will not be dropped in Sony or Nintendo directs. I’d expect it from either Square Enix’s official channels or Summer Game Fest. The marketing push is now for EVERYONE.

Everyone remember to leave an In-n-out double double burger for Hamaguchi so he’ll give us a FF7 part 3 title reveal tomorrow at the PlayStation State of Play!

Low effort graphics but high quality stream because we are doing the @shinraarchaeology.bsky.social Cut of FF7 RIGHT NOW! Twitch and YT!

Found the perfect spot for my Dragon Quest ship in a bottle. This collector’s edition may be my favorite ever! Thank you so much @square-enix-games.com for the gift! My impressions are coming soon! (Work and life delayed me… but this is the perfect end of the day wind down)

Now that I’ve shared my top 5 guesses, what’s yours? (Bonus points if you also tie it to Yogacara)

With the PS State of Play, we're all hyped for a part 3 name reveal! But what if the final title of Final Fantasy VII Remake Part III isn't just a name, but a statement about how the story ends? Let's make guesses based on Yogacara and Jung to think about what to expect! youtu.be/ciTWS83BnCQ?...

RIP Jeep. 2018-2016.

Another playthrough of Final Fantasy XV completed. It remains unquestionably my favorite mainline title in the series. I’ve also been enjoying the commentary/lectures by @profnoctis.bsky.social alongside this run which have made it exceptionally more thought-provoking and enjoyable.

Have you seen the FF7 Essay Showcase yet? Incredible essays from the community on the Ethics of Avalanche. Give it a watch this weekend! www.youtube.com/live/vcmyi_r...

WOW That’s MUCH sooner than we thought! Very good chance that FF7 Part 3 is going to be a simultaneous release across all platforms.

I feel like I did something unique and meaningful tonight. I’m much better at being a content CURATOR than CREATOR I think. This was a blast. FF7 Essay Showcase: Is Avalanche Terrorism?? youtube.com/live/vcmyi_r...

Doing insane stuff tonight. Giving YOU a voice. Can’t wait to see you all.

AVALANCHE AND TERRORISM Community showcase TONIGHT! 7pm CST. PLUS, continuing with the @shinraarchaeology.bsky.social Cut of FF7 (and more remake!)

Since I’m known as the “video game prof,” a few students approached me (unprompted) to ask if I had played Highguard. They told me it’s their new favorite thing, and that they started swapping over every night after Marvel Rivals. This game is getting discovered on campus, yall.

The official FF7 account posted this for the 29th anniversary… Incredible concept art! Remake is giving us the closest thing to what the devs originally had conceived— and then some! Also, might we see this multi-headed dragon in the return to Midgar in part 3??? 🤯 🤞

During last night’s stream, someone redeemed their channel points for me to do a quick sketch of Roche while live. Here it is, in just a few minutes. RAH RAH ROCHE!

Today is the LAST DAY to submit for the first FF7 Essay Showcase (Tues at 7pm CST!). If you want to submit, answer the prompt below via email. We’ve received some terrific essays. Can’t wait to share excerpts of them with you! (Plus, I’ll reveal the NEXT topic, then. 💜 👀)

Tonight, we’re talking about how FF7 Remake hints at one of the most important moments in the story, and reveals the deeper ambitions of Sephiroth. See you at 8pm CST!

Prof's "Rant of the Day," redeemed through channel points on stream: From Highguard to Final Fantasy, some opinions just aren't worth engaging with. Here's the one thing that makes me tune out someone.

Awesome lecture on my favorite FF7 character. Bringing meaning to her lessons from the ground floor.

LIVE NOW

Reminder that I’m starting at 9PM tonight. But it’s worth it because it’s a TIFA TUESDAY STREAM! Life lessons from one of the best characters in gaming. See ya on YT/Twitch! YT: YouTube.com/@profnoctis T: Twitch.tv/profnoctis

The lecture-plays continue with more FF7 Remake! As we try to catch up to the Shinra Arch Cut progress from last week, we’re considering how Tifa flips the script on what resistance to power means. See you on Twitch and YouTube! *Note: once again, work is interfering, but not to worry— we’ll do it!

Since the pandemic, Content Creators have come close to having journalist-level influence. Recently, much of that is being squandered by the tendency to grift and hyperbolize for more views. (1/3)

I don’t play a lot of shooters anymore, but playing Highguard with friends on a snow day gave me the best kind middle school nostalgia today. Also, love my boi Slade

FF7 COMMUNITY ESSAY SHOWCASE: I’m always looking to elevate conversations in ways that connect games to real-world understanding. The Final Fantasy VII community is full of deep thinkers, so I’m inviting you to contribute short essays on FFVII and the Issue of Terrorism and Resistance. (1/4)

Got bored in a meeting so I made a Cloud doodle. My brain is so broken by FF7 again lol. All I can think about.

I need an addiction recovery group for photo mode

Taking subtitles off has made for some PERFECT photos.

Switch 2 undocked mode. Not a cutscene. Hair is fine in handheld, yall.

My favorite thing about FF7 Remake re-releasing to a broader base is that we are going to rehash a TON of “sequel” and “loop” conversations because Remake leans into that idea FAR more than Rebirth did. …and man I am SO here to relive it all again.

It really does feel like FF7 Remake released for the first time this week, and we just beta-tested it for 6 years 😂

I just freakin love Final Fantasy VII, man. Being back in this world feels so right. Thanks to everybody for hanging out tonight! See you Tuesday!

Winter storms can’t keep us down! We back!

Work meeting done. Time for FF7 class! Twitch.tv/profnoctis YouTube.com/@profnoctis

Just a reminder— 8PM tonight. See you in 90 min!

I strongly recommend the Switch 2 port of Final Fantasy VII Remake. An impressive version of one of my favorite games of the 2020s. Check out my thoughts on @ign.com! www.ign.com/articles/fin...

Quick update: an unexpected meeting pushes us back an hour — but it’ll be worth it. Tonight at 8pm, we dive into FF7 Remake (Switch 2), comparing it with the wild discoveries from last week’s Shinra Archaeology Cut. 🔹 1997 nostalgia vs modern remake 🔹 Terrorism, ethics & resistance See you tonight!

Two years ago, I made 3 video essays based on Final Fantasy VII Remake. If you're starting your journey today on Switch 2 or Xbox, be sure to check it out: 1) Why the Whispers Make Sense 2) Why the Train Graveyard is Key to Everything 3) How Jewish Mysticism explains FF7 youtu.be/GbLmc8WHwg0?...

If you’ve never played Final Fantasy, it can be intimidating! But FF7R is the PERFECT entry point. And TODAY, it’s finally available everywhere! (PS5, NS2, XB, & PC) Enjoy! Your Final Fantasy Professor PS- If things get confusing, I’ve got you covered with tons of FF7 content! 🔗 👇

Giddy up

I am shook. @shinraarchaeology.bsky.social Cut has absolutely blown my mind. This is gonna be a fun year

We’re LIVE Twitch.tv/profnoctis YouTube.com/@profnoctis

LIVE TONIGHT! Our FIRST FF7 Class of 2026 is in session with a stacked agenda: 🎮 Playing the OG Opening (using @shinraarchaeology.bsky.social’s masterful retranslation) 🤓 Peer Reviewing Rich Anatone’s latest assessment of the Main Theme 📚 Discussing Ethics, Justice, and… terrorism?? All welcome!

I’m in charge of my building’s renovation and new decor, and to tell the truth, I could see myself doing this for a living. Welcome to my new Prof Chip Gaines era.

This is the week! Tuesday and Thursday, I'm BACK. We'll be playing through the opener. So much to discuss, but here are two things you won't get anywhere else: --> Prof's Personal Memories from 1997 --> FF7 and... a definition of terrorism? Hope to see you in class on Youtube and Twitch!

Finished Lego Voyagers and YALL... I can’t believe these blocks made me tear up. Completely wordless story filled with warmth and sadness— no spoilers bc you need to experience it. $25, <10 hours. Free friend pass (play with your kid or a friend, local or online) Incredible experience. Must play.

Buy Lego Voyagers immediately. It’s a $25, local co-op, puzzle building game with a charming story told without words. Been playing all morning and it’s a marvel.