Best week of the year now that the chaos and stress of Christmas is done but we're a week away from returning to capitalism world.

Neat write up of @psychicsoftware.com's The Necromancer's Tale here: medium.com/@Froswald/th...

It’s a Christmas miracle! I have ANOTHER video for you! youtu.be/nWVTRM_ABsg?...

Good moment to reread this excellent essay about how the software industry preference for “shipping velocity” over readiness & reliability caused the 737 Max air disasters spectrum.ieee.org/how-the-boei...

Seasons Greetings from all of our spooky detectives in long coats. See you all in 2026!

This solstice break I'll be playing Tchia and Tiny Terry's Turbo Trip.

The fact that 5e garbage will make millions of dollars and one of the most important games ever is BARELY over $200k really tells you how fucked the TTRPG community is

"Draped in darkness and gothic Irish trappings, The Séance of Blake Manor makes the most of its eerie atmosphere and mysterious cast of characters in this detective's race against the clock with satisfyingly smart gameplay." - Thank you for 95% @aghotspot.bsky.social bit.ly/4alKCZJ

The team are checking out until 2026 now. Thank you all for your enthusiasm and support of The Séance of Blake Manor. We will see you all in the new year!

The Necromancer's Tale is 15% off in the Steam winter sale until Jan 5th. If you like deep gothic narratives and slow descents into madness, check it out! "Best Indie RPG of 2025" -- Mortismal Gaming. "A Gothic Masterpiece" -- Expert Game Reviews. store.steampowered.com/app/1315320/...

PKAY THIS GAME ITS ONE OF THE BEST OF THE YESR AND THE WRITING IS STELLLLLAR

Information: I believe this number is similar to last year it seems. People who buy indie games at launch are TRUE HEROES!

I think it speaks a lot that these 14 hours of Blake Manor left me a bigger impression than any of the other games (including the remaster of my favourite game of all time...)

I am about as cynical a person as can be imagined when it comes to capitalism but I honestly cannot remember any development since the dawn of industry that immiserated so many people and created so much environmental havoc with so little to show for it

It's a question for games too. www.npr.org/2025/12/15/n...

Again I say: how fucking interesting that remote work technology is bad and not worth adopting despite all research pointing to productivity gains, but genAI which offers NOTHING is so important to adopt and force on people who have no use for it despite all the horrible things genAI does

We intereviewed Treasa McCabe, the lead developer and designer for the recently-released indie game, The Séance of Blake Manor from @spookydoorway.bsky.social! store.steampowered.com/app/1395520/... Check it out on the WLG website here: www.womenledgames.com/interviews/t...

this is not behavior becoming of a FIFA Peace Prize recipient.

This is fucking grim. Somebody invented a white guy, an "IT professional" named Edward Crabtree, who stopped the Bondi shooting and spread it all over the internet, which was picked up by AI agents and slop aggregation sites. The real hero is a fruit stand owner named Ahmed el Ahmed.

I was out for yearly drinks with my college pals, all of whom are way more clued in and sharper than I and I've learned a lot about AI, business, investment, and parenting than my wee brain is able for.

Simon Coventry seems preoccupied, as though he has a lot on his mind. Could there be more to his attendance at the Séance than simply the passing of his late wife?

Can I play Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 if I haven't played the first 32 games?

The Necromancer's Tale is Mortismal's favourite indie RPG of 2025. This means a lot to me, Mortismal being a very in-depth RPG reviewer with high standards! Well done @unfetteredmuse.bsky.social @zgpope.bsky.social @michaelthomet.com @davetheallthing.bsky.social Damir and all the voice actors! :-)

The Necromancers Tale made quite the impression on Mortismal Gaming. He chose it as his indie game of the year! @psychicsoftware.com youtu.be/pbdmvGXStTI?...

We are delighted to see The Séance of Blake Manor at #9 on The Ringer's The Best Video Games of 2025 list. "The Séance of Blake Manor easy to recommend, not only to fans of mystery games, but also to fans of mysteries in general." www.theringer.com/2025/12/10/v...

I'm starting to think it wasn't a good idea to put all the world's communications in the hands of three American companies www.theguardian.com/global-devel...

i never ever endorse reading a thread - but you should read this thread.

This entire grift relies on convincing people that they don't know how to do the things they have always known how to do, and ironically, if it works, we will, in a very short amount of time, forget how to do all the things we have always known how to do.

Rik has sleighed me with his kind (and 100% accurate) words.

The boys are back. Or will be back in the future. They're currently not back but they are coming back. And then, they'll be back!

We are delighted to have been included in the @nytimes.com Top 10 Video Games of 2025 in such wonderful company! www.nytimes.com/2025/12/09/a...

The Necromancer's Tale is in the #ChooseWiselyFestival this week, celebrating branching narrative games where choices matter! Thanks @studioephua.bsky.social for hosting! 20% discount this week... time to dabble in the occult and raise an undead army 💀💀💀💀💀 store.steampowered.com/app/1315320/...

My games of the year, in no particular order: 👻 The Séance of Blake Manor 🐱 Skin Deep ⚔️ Avowed 🛹 Skate Story 📦 Easy Delivery Co. 🍌 Donkey Kong Bananza 😈 Hell is Us 🐍 Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater 👶 Baby Steps

I've just finished The Séance of Blake Manor, here's what I thought of it! www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNGC... (Spoiler: It's really good!)

It's silly season, everyone.

The potential for any person to be a billionaire is proof that they do not live in a democracy. Democracies cannot exist in worlds where a single soul can buy and manufacture consent for their personal worldview.

It's been over a month since we launched The Séance of Blake Manor & we have been blown away by the reception we have had from press & players alike. In our latest devlog we look at what an incredible few weeks it has been: store.steampowered.com/news/app/139...

It would cost $30 billion to end homelessness in the USA.

We have been delighted with the reception to The Séance of Blake Manor from those of you who have played and and those who reviewed it. 🥰🫶 To celebrate check out our Accolades Trailer:

Ms Quinn, an English noblewoman clearly of good standing. Her demeanour is anxious, hurried even. She appears to be looking for something at Blake Manor, something besides the Séance.

Lovely to have Blake Manor on another end of year list!

I managed to play the opening chunk of this and it seemed cool. Looking forward to getting back to it.

Anyone in Dublin able to help?

All of the companies that make the software I use are increasing their prices, to account for an "investment" in AI. I'm sat here imagining how my clients would feel if I added 30% to each invoice, because I "really got into gambling".

Looking to open some freelance slots for the new year! I’m a Pixel Artist & Animator with 10+ years industry experience and can do a strong range of styles. if you need polished visuals, character work or fluid animations, then shoot me a DM! Shares also appreciated 😉 #art #gamedev #pixelart

An older gentleman, clearly of means. He is a strange addition to the Séance crowd as he appears to have no magical inclination. He gives little away, why is he here?

completely agree with the below!! for those who aren't aware yet, flypost.ie was set up for this very reason, offering a community events calendar so people can keep track of gigs, protests, events, etc. without having to rely on a meta platform to see what's happening around ireland

im a broken record here. and i still use a bunch of evil companies, i am trying to cut out as much as i can (spotify/amazon gonzo) but im no saint. but twitter is the lowest hanging fruit of all for almost everyone know. bsky has many issues but twitter is an overt nazi site run by a nazi. !

Give The Séance of Blake Manor some votes if any category sits right with you.