Alex Roberts
@flaxless.bsky.social
(He/Him)
Fediverse: @flaxless@aus.social
I like playing games, reading, watching TV and movies, drinking beer and coffee, and living in Australia. I like making sourdough bread, kombucha and software (in that order).
Fediverse: @flaxless@aus.social
I like playing games, reading, watching TV and movies, drinking beer and coffee, and living in Australia. I like making sourdough bread, kombucha and software (in that order).
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Trump’s response to a medical emergency happening right next to him is perfectly him
November 6, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Trump’s response to a medical emergency happening right next to him is perfectly him
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A massive economic bubble is on the verge of bursting, a new Simpsons movie is on the horizon, and someone decided to start manufacturing plastic drums again. I've seen enough. 2007 Part II is finally here.
🥁 Feel the beat. Own the stage.
CRKD Drums - Coming 2026.
👉 Sign up to be notified: https://go.crkd.gg/drums
CRKD Drums - Coming 2026.
👉 Sign up to be notified: https://go.crkd.gg/drums
November 6, 2025 at 5:41 PM
A massive economic bubble is on the verge of bursting, a new Simpsons movie is on the horizon, and someone decided to start manufacturing plastic drums again. I've seen enough. 2007 Part II is finally here.
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It has always been important to me that our library is this totally open, free, democratic resource for studying video game history, and we've got a good process. We acquire material, catalog it, digitize it, upload it, promote it, repeat. Our staff size is 2, our overhead low, and our impact huge.
Presenting our newest archival collection:
The Andrew Nelson papers, from the writer of the 1996 mystery game Titanic: Adventure Out of Time 🚢
Read more:
The Andrew Nelson papers, from the writer of the 1996 mystery game Titanic: Adventure Out of Time 🚢
Read more:
Our first narrative collection: the Andrew Nelson papers | Video Game History Foundation
A new archival collection from the writer of the mystery game Titanic: Adventure Out of Time.
gamehistory.org
October 29, 2025 at 9:35 PM
It has always been important to me that our library is this totally open, free, democratic resource for studying video game history, and we've got a good process. We acquire material, catalog it, digitize it, upload it, promote it, repeat. Our staff size is 2, our overhead low, and our impact huge.
@grubb.wtf @tolkoto.com @janochoa.bsky.social @turboshawn.com Loving the Giant Bomb-A-Thon!
Even though it was around for years before that, the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City televised the stadium wave to the rest of the world, hence its know as the Mexican Wave everywhere outside North America.
Even though it was around for years before that, the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City televised the stadium wave to the rest of the world, hence its know as the Mexican Wave everywhere outside North America.
GIANT BOMB-A-THON 2025! | Part 2
YouTube video by Giant Bomb
www.youtube.com
October 29, 2025 at 4:10 AM
@grubb.wtf @tolkoto.com @janochoa.bsky.social @turboshawn.com Loving the Giant Bomb-A-Thon!
Even though it was around for years before that, the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City televised the stadium wave to the rest of the world, hence its know as the Mexican Wave everywhere outside North America.
Even though it was around for years before that, the 1986 World Cup in Mexico City televised the stadium wave to the rest of the world, hence its know as the Mexican Wave everywhere outside North America.
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Just completed it and wept at the end. One of our pets died today & a deer visited my window during the finale. Fond places from my childhood back home came up in the credits. I'll probably never play a game that makes me as proud of my Irishness again, and that's okay. Incredible.
Video games man.
Video games man.
So...The Séance of Blake Manor is my favorite game of 2025 so far.
A first person murder mystery with detailed investigation mechanics, superb writing, and atmosphere. Also the best game about Irish History I've ever played
Bravo @spookydoorway.bsky.social 👏
store.steampowered.com/app/1395520/...
A first person murder mystery with detailed investigation mechanics, superb writing, and atmosphere. Also the best game about Irish History I've ever played
Bravo @spookydoorway.bsky.social 👏
store.steampowered.com/app/1395520/...
Save 10% on The Séance of Blake Manor on Steam
The Séance of Blake Manor is a supernatural detective mystery, set in 1897 Ireland, where you investigate the disappearance of Evelyn Deane in a remote hotel full of secrets and other-worldly occurren...
store.steampowered.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:59 AM
Just completed it and wept at the end. One of our pets died today & a deer visited my window during the finale. Fond places from my childhood back home came up in the credits. I'll probably never play a game that makes me as proud of my Irishness again, and that's okay. Incredible.
Video games man.
Video games man.
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I will never forgive generative AI for making me question every “Dog being silly” compilation.
Like how bad does does something have to be to suck the joy out of dogs being idiots.
Like how bad does does something have to be to suck the joy out of dogs being idiots.
October 28, 2025 at 8:22 AM
I will never forgive generative AI for making me question every “Dog being silly” compilation.
Like how bad does does something have to be to suck the joy out of dogs being idiots.
Like how bad does does something have to be to suck the joy out of dogs being idiots.
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We've recorded the Berserk finale. It will publish on Halloween.
Have a nice day.
Catch up before then
open.spotify.com/show/1mlrp7C...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...
Have a nice day.
Catch up before then
open.spotify.com/show/1mlrp7C...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...
a picture of a partial eclipse of the sun taken on august 30th
ALT: a picture of a partial eclipse of the sun taken on august 30th
media.tenor.com
October 22, 2025 at 4:50 PM
We've recorded the Berserk finale. It will publish on Halloween.
Have a nice day.
Catch up before then
open.spotify.com/show/1mlrp7C...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...
Have a nice day.
Catch up before then
open.spotify.com/show/1mlrp7C...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/j...
Damn, just noticed a new Jeff Jeff's Bizarre Adventure dropped 4 days ago and none of you posted about it! @giantbomb.bsky.social @jerf.xyz @lucyjames.games @tamoorh.com @eyepatchwolf.bsky.social
Shit's definitely getting real; can't wait for the finale.
Shit's definitely getting real; can't wait for the finale.
Triple-enforced door (Berserk 11) - JeffJeff's Bizarre Adventure
www.spreaker.com
October 17, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Damn, just noticed a new Jeff Jeff's Bizarre Adventure dropped 4 days ago and none of you posted about it! @giantbomb.bsky.social @jerf.xyz @lucyjames.games @tamoorh.com @eyepatchwolf.bsky.social
Shit's definitely getting real; can't wait for the finale.
Shit's definitely getting real; can't wait for the finale.
A Tesla executive is leading Australia’s R&D review. That’s not OK. Public roles should serve the people – not billionaires. Add your name to demand Denholm’s resignation and new integrity laws: getup.to/L78ejCAAVfyZ...
Billionaire Hands off Public Policy!
Tesla's chair is in charge of our tech future - but it should be us shaping policy
getup.to
October 11, 2025 at 4:00 AM
A Tesla executive is leading Australia’s R&D review. That’s not OK. Public roles should serve the people – not billionaires. Add your name to demand Denholm’s resignation and new integrity laws: getup.to/L78ejCAAVfyZ...
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I love retro gaming trivia.
October 1, 2025 at 2:12 PM
I love retro gaming trivia.
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YES! Huge recommendation. Big congrats to Bennett, Maxi, Gabe, and team. bsky.app/profile/devo...
Baby Steps is out now on PlayStation 5 and PC!
Put one foot in front of the other as you stumble and tumble through an expansive world full of unexpected challenges and hilarious inhabitants.
Put one foot in front of the other as you stumble and tumble through an expansive world full of unexpected challenges and hilarious inhabitants.
Baby Steps is out now! Put one foot in front of the other on PS5 and PC.
YouTube video by DevolverDigital
www.youtube.com
September 23, 2025 at 11:19 PM
YES! Huge recommendation. Big congrats to Bennett, Maxi, Gabe, and team. bsky.app/profile/devo...
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The other thing I don't think many really appreciate yet is you can't check the age of teenagers without checking the age of everyone. This will impact the online privacy and experience of everyone.
bsky.app/profile/came...
bsky.app/profile/came...
Half of Australians have no idea that Google and other search engines will be forced to check the age of their users & change their service based on that info.
This polling comes as an inquiry into Australia's online safety codes & the teen social media ban kicks off today
www.crikey.com.au/20...
This polling comes as an inquiry into Australia's online safety codes & the teen social media ban kicks off today
www.crikey.com.au/20...
September 23, 2025 at 11:51 PM
The other thing I don't think many really appreciate yet is you can't check the age of teenagers without checking the age of everyone. This will impact the online privacy and experience of everyone.
bsky.app/profile/came...
bsky.app/profile/came...
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Not falling for this again
September 22, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Not falling for this again
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I feel stupid announcing this, but I think it has more of an effect if I do: I cancelled Disney, Hulu, and ESPN+. And I plan to shoplift Andor season 2 when it comes to Blu-ray.
September 18, 2025 at 11:54 PM
I feel stupid announcing this, but I think it has more of an effect if I do: I cancelled Disney, Hulu, and ESPN+. And I plan to shoplift Andor season 2 when it comes to Blu-ray.
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“You used to be able to say anything” comedians never been more quiet in their lives
September 18, 2025 at 2:14 AM
“You used to be able to say anything” comedians never been more quiet in their lives
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Someone just asked if our game was woke on Steam.
My response:
My response:
October 5, 2024 at 6:50 PM
Someone just asked if our game was woke on Steam.
My response:
My response:
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In other ancient music news if you were ever like "why wasn't there a second, much less popular Billy Idol?" I have good news for you youtu.be/wQMmgVXi4GQ?...
David Drew – Safety Love
YouTube video by AOR & Hard Rock
youtu.be
September 12, 2025 at 4:55 AM
In other ancient music news if you were ever like "why wasn't there a second, much less popular Billy Idol?" I have good news for you youtu.be/wQMmgVXi4GQ?...
Congrats to @teamcherry.bsky.social from a fellow Adelaidian. Have a well deserved Pie Floater!
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
#silksong #AdelaideDev
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
#silksong #AdelaideDev
Australian-made Hollow Knight: Silksong crashes global stores on launch
After years of silence, Team Cherry has released their sequel to one of the most successful Australian-made games of all time, which is expected to break records.
www.abc.net.au
September 5, 2025 at 12:56 AM
Congrats to @teamcherry.bsky.social from a fellow Adelaidian. Have a well deserved Pie Floater!
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
#silksong #AdelaideDev
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...
#silksong #AdelaideDev
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A group of white people from immigrant backgrounds have demanded that people like them should "go back to where they came from" chaser.com.au/general-news...
September 1, 2025 at 2:02 AM
A group of white people from immigrant backgrounds have demanded that people like them should "go back to where they came from" chaser.com.au/general-news...
Got a birdie on this one!
Bandle #1111 1/6
🟩⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜
Found: 201/218 (92.2%)
Current Streak: 2 (max 7)
#Bandle #Heardle
bandle.app
Bandle #1111 1/6
🟩⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜
Found: 201/218 (92.2%)
Current Streak: 2 (max 7)
#Bandle #Heardle
bandle.app
bandle.app
September 1, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Got a birdie on this one!
Bandle #1111 1/6
🟩⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜
Found: 201/218 (92.2%)
Current Streak: 2 (max 7)
#Bandle #Heardle
bandle.app
Bandle #1111 1/6
🟩⬜⬜⬜⬜⬜
Found: 201/218 (92.2%)
Current Streak: 2 (max 7)
#Bandle #Heardle
bandle.app
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Released a new tool: Blendo Video Tools
github.com/blendogames/...
Very basic gui for FFMPEG... so that I don't need to memorize any more command-lines... enjoy!! 🙌
github.com/blendogames/...
Very basic gui for FFMPEG... so that I don't need to memorize any more command-lines... enjoy!! 🙌
August 28, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Released a new tool: Blendo Video Tools
github.com/blendogames/...
Very basic gui for FFMPEG... so that I don't need to memorize any more command-lines... enjoy!! 🙌
github.com/blendogames/...
Very basic gui for FFMPEG... so that I don't need to memorize any more command-lines... enjoy!! 🙌
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The Flash games you remember still exist and most are running in the browser! Here's a list of pre-2012 games, ranked by score:
www.newgrounds.com/games/featur...
If you see an old favorite, consider becoming a Supporter and featuring it on the NG front page today!
www.newgrounds.com/games/featur...
If you see an old favorite, consider becoming a Supporter and featuring it on the NG front page today!
August 19, 2025 at 1:26 PM
The Flash games you remember still exist and most are running in the browser! Here's a list of pre-2012 games, ranked by score:
www.newgrounds.com/games/featur...
If you see an old favorite, consider becoming a Supporter and featuring it on the NG front page today!
www.newgrounds.com/games/featur...
If you see an old favorite, consider becoming a Supporter and featuring it on the NG front page today!
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I’m excited to see the composers behind the Quake soundtrack tonight. Do you think they’ll play Grisly Grotto? I haven’t checked the tour set lists.
August 19, 2025 at 11:02 PM
I’m excited to see the composers behind the Quake soundtrack tonight. Do you think they’ll play Grisly Grotto? I haven’t checked the tour set lists.
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Here I was just trying to consume something ethically under capitalism - come to find out they don't let you?
August 7, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Here I was just trying to consume something ethically under capitalism - come to find out they don't let you?
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I know a lot of you have already heard or read about BDS Movement's call against Microsoft, and felt weird and bad about it all, but decided to move forward as normal because of some degree of ambiguity.
"What service is Microsoft providing?"
Here it is, clear as day. A direct line to death.
"What service is Microsoft providing?"
Here it is, clear as day. A direct line to death.
August 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
I know a lot of you have already heard or read about BDS Movement's call against Microsoft, and felt weird and bad about it all, but decided to move forward as normal because of some degree of ambiguity.
"What service is Microsoft providing?"
Here it is, clear as day. A direct line to death.
"What service is Microsoft providing?"
Here it is, clear as day. A direct line to death.