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Amanda Kay
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Gaming Writer for ComicBook.com & contributor at Bonus Action. Book witch, gamer, dog mom, & baking enthusiast.

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Would love to connect with more people on here so I’m giving this #promosky thing a shot.

📚 Books
🎮 Cozy Games (Pokémon, Infinity Nikki, every cooking & farming sim I can get my hands on)
🐉 D&D
🧘🏻‍♀️ Yoga
🎮 RPGs where I can hit stuff with spells & arrows
🧙 Witchy vibes
🍞 Baking
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate and a happy holidays to all!

Turns out my niece is going to be a fire type trainer. 🔥
December 25, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Looks like Marvel Mystic Mayhem is prepping for a shutdown, with new updates set to stop early next year. It came out in June 2025.
NetEase Is Ending Service For Its Newest Marvel Game After Less than a Year
After just a few months on the market, NetEase is pulling the plug on its Marvel gacha game, Marvel Mystic Mayhem.
comicbook.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Reposted by Amanda Kay
Got some good-looking creature collecting games to keep an eye on going into 2026. And that's before we know what Pokemon's got cooking.
5 Games Pokemon Fans Should Look Out For in 2026 (That Aren’t Pokemon)
Yes, 2026 is bringing us new Pokemon games like Pokopia and Champions. But these 5 games should also be on your radar.
comicbook.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:20 PM
2025 was a tough year for farming sims, but next year is looking pretty promising, actually!
5 Upcoming 2026 Game Releases That Are Perfect for Stardew Valley Fans
Sure, we might get Stardew Valley 1.7 in 2026. But even if we don't, it's shaping up to be a great gaming year for Stardew fans.
comicbook.com
December 20, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Husband and I exchanged gifts ahead of our holiday travel and I’m a very happy nerd girl right now.
December 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Good morning, Supergiant made a Hades 2 themed Yule Log video and I have never been more excited for my cozy working background sounds.

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Hades II - Witch of the Crossroads Yule Log [4k]
YouTube video by Supergiant Games
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December 20, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Got some good-looking creature collecting games to keep an eye on going into 2026. And that's before we know what Pokemon's got cooking.
5 Games Pokemon Fans Should Look Out For in 2026 (That Aren’t Pokemon)
Yes, 2026 is bringing us new Pokemon games like Pokopia and Champions. But these 5 games should also be on your radar.
comicbook.com
December 19, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Reposted by Amanda Kay
Okay, as is tradition... my picks for the 10 best deals in the Steam Winter Sale!
10 Best Deals in the 2025 Steam Winter Sale
The 2025 Steam Winter Sale is finally here, and it's time to grab some great PC games at excellent prices.
comicbook.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:51 PM
I'm in full "excited about 2026" mode, so I did a list of confirmed new releases for Switch 2 to keep on your radar. Several are coming early in the year, too!
5 Most Exciting New Switch 2 Games Confirmed for 2026 (So Far)
Believe it or not, there are already plenty of Switch 2 games to look forward to in 2026. Here are the most exciting ones we know of so far.
comicbook.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Hello I am very excited that Dave the Diver is coming to mobile! My phone needed a restaurant management sim.
Best Indie Game Nominee Is Coming to Mobile in 2026 (& Getting Its Biggest DLC Yet)
This beloved 2023 release was nominated for several awards, including Best Indie Game. Now, it's coming to mobile.
comicbook.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Good morning, Bluesky! I am exhausted from a rough night of sleep thanks to the high winds, but I'm here to write about games!
December 19, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Oops I bought a new cooking sim while making my list of the best deals for the Winter Steam Sale. Who could've predicted?
December 18, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Okay, as is tradition... my picks for the 10 best deals in the Steam Winter Sale!
10 Best Deals in the 2025 Steam Winter Sale
The 2025 Steam Winter Sale is finally here, and it's time to grab some great PC games at excellent prices.
comicbook.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:51 PM
I like when Crunchyroll suggests I check out great deals "for the anime fan in your life" as if I am not, in fact, the anime fan in my life.
a girl with a cat ear on her head eating with chopsticks
ALT: a girl with a cat ear on her head eating with chopsticks
media.tenor.com
December 18, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Color me 0% surprised to see Spirit City taking the top slot for my 2025 Steam recap. Clearly, it was an idle game year for me.
December 17, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Since I had a chance to review every new D&D sourcebook that came out this year, I thought I'd rank them to help folks decide which ones they need to get ahold of ASAP and which ones can wait!
Every New Dungeons & Dragons Source Book From 2025, Ranked from Least to Most Essential
Dungeons & Dragons fans got plenty of new sourcebooks in 2025, and it can be pricey to snag them all. Here's what you should prioritize.
comicbook.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Morning, Bluesky!
December 17, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Good morning, Bluesky! It's back to work today, which feels weird because there is so much snow and my brain still considers that a snow day.
December 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Reposted by Amanda Kay
Hello I decided to spend my morning researching and getting mad about generative AI in -checks notes- Kindle books. Because yeah, that's a thing now, apparently.
Backlash Against Amazon’s New AI “Ask By Book” Kindle Feature, Explained
Amazon joins the list of companies forcing generative AI on consumers.
yourbookfriend.com
December 15, 2025 at 1:40 PM
I was feeling spicy yesterday and decided to rant about how much donut-making in Mega Dimension is a letdown. Just give me back my mini-games, Pokemon!
This Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC Feature Is a Huge Letdown That Shows What's Wrong With Modern Pokemon
I had high hopes for this feature in the Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC, but I probably shouldn't have. It continues a recent Pokemon game trend.
comicbook.com
December 13, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Good morning, Bluesky! Our freezer stopped working last night so I'll be writing about games while listening to my husband trying to fix that.
December 13, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Back to judge the new DLC Megas on vibes and vibes only. Forgive any extra snark against your faves, as I am very tired today.
Every New Mega Evolution In Pokemon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC, Ranked Worst to Best
The Mega Dimension DLC has arrived, and it's bringing new story missions and a whole host of new Megas. Naturally, we had to rank them.
comicbook.com
December 12, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Now that I've slept and caffeinated, here are the Game Awards reveals I'm personally most excited about!

*Coven of the Chicken Foot (so Baba Yaga coded!)
*D&D Warlock (purple. magic. lady.)
*Divinity (because of course)

As a newly minted Tomb Raider fan, pretty stoked for those, too!
December 12, 2025 at 2:19 PM
I'm sure Clair Obscur deserved the win, but Hades 2 is Game of the Year in my heart.
December 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Good morning, Bluesky! I am very tired because this old gal doesn't do well with changes to her sleep schedule BUT I'm back at the desk so let's do this.
December 12, 2025 at 1:07 PM