John Hansen
@johnhansen.bsky.social
Lead writer/editor for gamesandwich.com
Presently also writing reviews for Push Square
Past: Minecraft Support, Gamepur, Insider Gaming
Portfolio: https://johnhansen.journoportfolio.com/
PRs, please contact johnhansen@gamesandwich.com
Presently also writing reviews for Push Square
Past: Minecraft Support, Gamepur, Insider Gaming
Portfolio: https://johnhansen.journoportfolio.com/
PRs, please contact johnhansen@gamesandwich.com
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John Hansen
@johnhansen.bsky.social
· Jan 7
Thread for my 2025 gaming achievements:
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We are just three followers away from 200 on Twitch! Consider checking out our streams, where we have a group stream every Tuesday and then break out into solo plays for the rest of the week. You might catch a moment like this.
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Follow us here: www.twitch.tv/gamesandwich...
November 18, 2025 at 6:42 PM
We are just three followers away from 200 on Twitch! Consider checking out our streams, where we have a group stream every Tuesday and then break out into solo plays for the rest of the week. You might catch a moment like this.
Follow us here: www.twitch.tv/gamesandwich...
Follow us here: www.twitch.tv/gamesandwich...
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"Moonlighter 2 carves out its own place in gaming, being a mix of a delightful shop-keeping simulator, with its newly added action rogue-like mechanics to differentiate itself from the gameplay of the original."
Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review:
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Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review:
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Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Early Access Review (PC):
The original Moonlighter was a delightful concept when I first played it. A charming indie game that mixed shopkeeping during
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November 18, 2025 at 1:02 AM
"Moonlighter 2 carves out its own place in gaming, being a mix of a delightful shop-keeping simulator, with its newly added action rogue-like mechanics to differentiate itself from the gameplay of the original."
Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review:
www.gamesandwich.com/moonlighter-...
Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review:
www.gamesandwich.com/moonlighter-...
25 different PR emails during any given week:
"Here's a new roguelike deck-builder that is like Balatro, but if it was ____!"
"Here's a new roguelike deck-builder that is like Balatro, but if it was ____!"
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
25 different PR emails during any given week:
"Here's a new roguelike deck-builder that is like Balatro, but if it was ____!"
"Here's a new roguelike deck-builder that is like Balatro, but if it was ____!"
Why focus on new games when I can find new ways to talk about Breath of the Wild?
@johnhansen.bsky.social has gotten his first experience with the Zelda Notes companion app during a second playthrough of Breath of the Wild. While these apps are usually a waste of time, there is merit to this one, though it has a couple of down points.
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Zelda Notes in Breath of the Wild is a Nice but Flawed Tool
Following the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, I had a hankering to go back to The Legend of Zelda:
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November 17, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Why focus on new games when I can find new ways to talk about Breath of the Wild?
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“Our talented team with its own human hands and brains and souls decided that all this shitty art made by a computer was good enough to go in our game” is not a good defense of using AI tools to generate assets.
November 17, 2025 at 3:57 PM
“Our talented team with its own human hands and brains and souls decided that all this shitty art made by a computer was good enough to go in our game” is not a good defense of using AI tools to generate assets.
I have such a sour opinion of the third act in E33 that I'm upset it's up for best narrative, even though I absolutely loved the first two acts lol
November 17, 2025 at 5:20 PM
I have such a sour opinion of the third act in E33 that I'm upset it's up for best narrative, even though I absolutely loved the first two acts lol
Essentially all I've been playing the last week is Overwatch and Breath of the Wild. Just a reminder that 2016 and 2017 were all-time years and I'm not sure I'll ever get the high of those years again. So many absolute masterpieces.
November 16, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Essentially all I've been playing the last week is Overwatch and Breath of the Wild. Just a reminder that 2016 and 2017 were all-time years and I'm not sure I'll ever get the high of those years again. So many absolute masterpieces.
I don't really get excited for movies anymore, but holy shit, I cannot wait for this movie. Very disappointing this is how we got our first looks at Link and Zelda, though.
A couple of videos taken on the set of The Legend of Zelda Movie have been posted on Instagram, giving us our first look at Link, Zelda, and likely confirming that Impa will be in the film.
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The Legend of Zelda Movie Set Videos Appear on Instagram, Shows Link, Zelda, and (Possibly) Impa
Very little is known of The Legend of Zelda Movie at this point, but thanks to some Instagram users, we
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November 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
I don't really get excited for movies anymore, but holy shit, I cannot wait for this movie. Very disappointing this is how we got our first looks at Link and Zelda, though.
I'm so tired of the only available writing work being crypto and casino-based.
November 15, 2025 at 4:23 AM
I'm so tired of the only available writing work being crypto and casino-based.
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It doesn't look good for #BlackOps7. Some have labeled the campaign "abysmal dogshit," while others are saying it feels entirely AI-generated. @treyarch.com should be ashamed. Have they thought about taking a year off? 🤔
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Black Ops 7 Campaign Labeled as “Abysmal Dog*hit” by Community
Call of Duty Black Ops 7 has not had a great opening day, with many trashing the title online. Leading
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November 15, 2025 at 2:27 AM
It doesn't look good for #BlackOps7. Some have labeled the campaign "abysmal dogshit," while others are saying it feels entirely AI-generated. @treyarch.com should be ashamed. Have they thought about taking a year off? 🤔
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www.gamesandwich.com/black-ops-7-...
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Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is now out, giving us the perfect chance to look back on our favorite moments in CoD Zombies history. Join @johnhansen.bsky.social and @seraphteran.bsky.social as we put our top 5 favorite Zombies maps up against each other.
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The Top 5 Best Call of Duty Zombies Maps of All Time! - Duel Lists
YouTube video by Game Sandwich
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November 14, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is now out, giving us the perfect chance to look back on our favorite moments in CoD Zombies history. Join @johnhansen.bsky.social and @seraphteran.bsky.social as we put our top 5 favorite Zombies maps up against each other.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Fy5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Fy5...
Told myself I was only going to play 10 more minutes of Breath of the Wild.... three hours ago
November 14, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Told myself I was only going to play 10 more minutes of Breath of the Wild.... three hours ago
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Looking for a new pixel-art Metroidvania with Souls-like elements? Gigasword provides that experience in a way that has a down point or two, but, overall, it delivers a rather solid time. Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review below.
www.gamesandwich.com/gigasword-re...
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Gigasword Review (Xbox): All About Balance
Metroidvanias and Souls-likes, two genres that a wide variety of games have built their foundations upon in recent years. That
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November 13, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Looking for a new pixel-art Metroidvania with Souls-like elements? Gigasword provides that experience in a way that has a down point or two, but, overall, it delivers a rather solid time. Read @adamgumby.bsky.social's review below.
www.gamesandwich.com/gigasword-re...
www.gamesandwich.com/gigasword-re...
We sure are getting multiple PlayStation franchise games that aren't coming to PlayStation. Video games in 2025 are weird and dumb.
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM
We sure are getting multiple PlayStation franchise games that aren't coming to PlayStation. Video games in 2025 are weird and dumb.
I've been playing Breath of the Wild again (this time on Master Mode), and yeah, this game is still amazing. I love this adventure so much.
November 13, 2025 at 5:49 AM
I've been playing Breath of the Wild again (this time on Master Mode), and yeah, this game is still amazing. I love this adventure so much.
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Ubisoft is supposedly getting back into the online multiplayer space again, but is there any future where players actually take to whatever Project Scout ends up being?
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Ubisoft's leaked Project Scout is doomed to fail! - Community Kitchen
YouTube video by Game Sandwich
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November 12, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Ubisoft is supposedly getting back into the online multiplayer space again, but is there any future where players actually take to whatever Project Scout ends up being?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJal...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJal...
It was heartbreaking to say no to some of my favorite video games of all time, but overall, I think Kev and I came up with a pretty good list. Check it out if you've got an hour of discussion in ya!
What is THE definitive video game you should play on every Nintendo console? @johnhansen.bsky.social and @kloonair.bsky.social bring the lineup and then decide which one game absolutely must be played by everyone.
#nintendo #supermario #legendofzelda #pokemon
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#nintendo #supermario #legendofzelda #pokemon
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What are THE definitive games for each Nintendo console?- Community Kitchen
YouTube video by Game Sandwich
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November 11, 2025 at 8:40 PM
It was heartbreaking to say no to some of my favorite video games of all time, but overall, I think Kev and I came up with a pretty good list. Check it out if you've got an hour of discussion in ya!
My least favorite thing dealing with recruiters is when they send an email and a text asking you to approve something and then they call just to say the same thing before I have time to open my app. Like dude, give me a moment to think.
November 10, 2025 at 8:21 PM
My least favorite thing dealing with recruiters is when they send an email and a text asking you to approve something and then they call just to say the same thing before I have time to open my app. Like dude, give me a moment to think.
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Goodnight Universe has a brilliant, engaging story filled with great character performances and engaging, though very few, gameplay sections. Check out @adamgumby.bsky.social's review below:
www.gamesandwich.com/goodnight-un...
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Goodnight Universe Review (Xbox): Super Powered Baby Leads A Super Strong Narrative
A baby sporting telekinetic super powers. That premise alone grabbed my attention before starting Goodnight Universe. The promise of causing
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November 10, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Goodnight Universe has a brilliant, engaging story filled with great character performances and engaging, though very few, gameplay sections. Check out @adamgumby.bsky.social's review below:
www.gamesandwich.com/goodnight-un...
www.gamesandwich.com/goodnight-un...
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Pillsbury leak shows new looks at Mario and Yoshi, plus confirms Bowser Jr. and Rosalina's conservatory!
November 9, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Pillsbury leak shows new looks at Mario and Yoshi, plus confirms Bowser Jr. and Rosalina's conservatory!
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Things went wrong in #RVThereYet with Kevin getting attacked by a bear. Join us on #Twitch for more hilarious streams!
November 8, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Things went wrong in #RVThereYet with Kevin getting attacked by a bear. Join us on #Twitch for more hilarious streams!
I'd say I'm still a loser with no future because no one hates me more than me.
If I asked the person who disliked you the most 20 years ago for their opinion of you today, what would they say?
November 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
I'd say I'm still a loser with no future because no one hates me more than me.
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GTA 6 has been delayed once again, this time being pushed back six months amid union-busting allegations for "polish."
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Grand Theft Auto VI Delayed Again Amid Union-Busting Allegations, Now Releasing November 2026
Rockstar Games has delayed Grand Theft Auto VI once again, with the highly anticipated game now set to release on
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November 6, 2025 at 9:32 PM
GTA 6 has been delayed once again, this time being pushed back six months amid union-busting allegations for "polish."
www.gamesandwich.com/grand-theft-...
www.gamesandwich.com/grand-theft-...
I really like The Outer Worlds 2, but the more I play, the more I'm just disappointed with the character building and RPG elements when it comes to your companions. There's many features I loved in the first game that just aren't here. Feels like they tried to over-streamline things and lost a bit
November 6, 2025 at 4:04 PM
I really like The Outer Worlds 2, but the more I play, the more I'm just disappointed with the character building and RPG elements when it comes to your companions. There's many features I loved in the first game that just aren't here. Feels like they tried to over-streamline things and lost a bit
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Check out our let's play of the game to see why we came away from this not having a great time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecRt...
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Let's Play the Chicken Chicken Early Demo
YouTube video by Game Sandwich
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November 6, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Check out our let's play of the game to see why we came away from this not having a great time.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecRt...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecRt...