Joseph Bradford Is Tired
@lotrlore.bsky.social
Managing Editor, MMORPG.com @mmorpg.com ; Editorial Content Lead, @mtgsalvation.bsky.social ; “Accidental” Bracket 4 editor@mmorpg.com
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Trials and Tribulations
I stared at the screen on the rowing machine in front of me. 100-meter row in just a hair over 17 seconds. The fastest I’ve ever done…
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This was incredibly cathartic to write, especially with everything going on in my life the last few years. We've leap frogged from one emergency to the next, and 2024 has been the worst. But, healing.
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A friend came over and was just shaking his head at all my controllers*. This isn’t too many, right?
*(Not pictured: two DualSense, an N64, 3 Victrix fight sticks, a Hitbox, and a few others I’m forgetting)
*(Not pictured: two DualSense, an N64, 3 Victrix fight sticks, a Hitbox, and a few others I’m forgetting)
February 4, 2026 at 1:18 AM
A friend came over and was just shaking his head at all my controllers*. This isn’t too many, right?
*(Not pictured: two DualSense, an N64, 3 Victrix fight sticks, a Hitbox, and a few others I’m forgetting)
*(Not pictured: two DualSense, an N64, 3 Victrix fight sticks, a Hitbox, and a few others I’m forgetting)
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New @eveonline.com Directors' Letter outlines what's to come in 2026, including several major expansions and a new approach to overarching storylines aimed at better approachability for newcomers.
'Theatres of War' Coming To EVE Online's Next Expansions Through Factional Warfare, Vanguard Steam Early Access Delayed | MMORPG.com
Directors' Letter outlines what's to come in 2026, including several major expansions and a new approach to overarching storylines aimed at better approachability for newcomers.
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February 3, 2026 at 9:08 PM
New @eveonline.com Directors' Letter outlines what's to come in 2026, including several major expansions and a new approach to overarching storylines aimed at better approachability for newcomers.
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Folks, please retweet this. Trump, Noem, and the rest are lying everywhere about what ICE is doing in MN. We have to do everything we can to make sure the country has a clear picture of what is going on.
happening this morning in Minneapolis -- ICE agents drawing guns on observers. I reiterate again that it is only a matter of time before DHS kills more innocent people in Minnesota. Congress needs to shut this shit down right now.
February 3, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Folks, please retweet this. Trump, Noem, and the rest are lying everywhere about what ICE is doing in MN. We have to do everything we can to make sure the country has a clear picture of what is going on.
I wanted to love these so bad, especially as a cheaper alternative to the MRB AI glasses. And what the Rokids offer is legit great. The problem? They fundamentally fail at being sunglasses, at least for me. www.mmorpg.com/hardware-rev...
Rokid AI Glasses Style Smart Glasses Review | MMORPG.com
Rokid recently released their latest in their line of AI-powered glasses, this time the weirdly named Rokid AI Glasses Style. We have been taking them for a spin over the last few weeks, and have some...
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February 3, 2026 at 9:33 PM
I wanted to love these so bad, especially as a cheaper alternative to the MRB AI glasses. And what the Rokids offer is legit great. The problem? They fundamentally fail at being sunglasses, at least for me. www.mmorpg.com/hardware-rev...
Welp, I just looked up and saw what time it was. But what an evening.
February 3, 2026 at 7:58 AM
Welp, I just looked up and saw what time it was. But what an evening.
I have become a monster
February 3, 2026 at 4:15 AM
I have become a monster
Just transferred my original Pokemon Crystal save file over to my 3DS virtual console version, AMA
February 3, 2026 at 12:11 AM
Just transferred my original Pokemon Crystal save file over to my 3DS virtual console version, AMA
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*Taps the “Alchemy is a bad idea implemented poorly that ruins multiple Arena formats to the point that I refuse to play them” sign*
February 2, 2026 at 10:26 PM
*Taps the “Alchemy is a bad idea implemented poorly that ruins multiple Arena formats to the point that I refuse to play them” sign*
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Absolutely brutal interview
February 2, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Absolutely brutal interview
Reposting this for the Monday audience - if you're an affected dev and want to talk anonymously, our proton mail address is listed here.
If you're an affected #AshesofCreation dev and are looking to talk about what is happening, our DMs are open here and on Discord. Additionally, you can email our proton account - mmorpgdotcom@pm.me for added security. We will keep all info anonymous, of course.
February 2, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Reposting this for the Monday audience - if you're an affected dev and want to talk anonymously, our proton mail address is listed here.
Unrelated but my GB operator just showed up.
February 2, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Unrelated but my GB operator just showed up.
Also, here is my semi-annual plea to news writers to keep an eye on the smaller, niche focused sites and creators when posting about games we specialize in. Our writers (and those over at @massivelyop.bsky.social) have been working on this story since it broke on Saturday - hours before anyone else
February 2, 2026 at 8:42 PM
Also, here is my semi-annual plea to news writers to keep an eye on the smaller, niche focused sites and creators when posting about games we specialize in. Our writers (and those over at @massivelyop.bsky.social) have been working on this story since it broke on Saturday - hours before anyone else
We've been tracking down information about this #Ashesofcreation story since Saturday night, and have a few updates in this piece, specifically corroborating some of the other reports coming out of the MMO community. Also Sharif responded again over the weekend. Read about it here:
Ashes of Creation Turmoil Continues, As Sharif Responds Over The Weekend Urging 'Patience' www.mmorpg.com/news/ashes-o...
February 2, 2026 at 8:39 PM
We've been tracking down information about this #Ashesofcreation story since Saturday night, and have a few updates in this piece, specifically corroborating some of the other reports coming out of the MMO community. Also Sharif responded again over the weekend. Read about it here:
Ashes of Creation is no longer available to purchase on Steam, but I will note that the in-game store is still very much active. So there's that.
February 2, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Ashes of Creation is no longer available to purchase on Steam, but I will note that the in-game store is still very much active. So there's that.
It's probably not fruitful, but I really hope someone is paying attention to the Intrepid Studios PR email account. Would love some actual answers here.
February 2, 2026 at 7:48 PM
It's probably not fruitful, but I really hope someone is paying attention to the Intrepid Studios PR email account. Would love some actual answers here.
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Or you could just...print the Secret Lairs to demand.
February 2, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Or you could just...print the Secret Lairs to demand.
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If you're an affected #AshesofCreation dev and are looking to talk about what is happening, our DMs are open here and on Discord. Additionally, you can email our proton account - mmorpgdotcom@pm.me for added security. We will keep all info anonymous, of course.
February 1, 2026 at 4:36 AM
If you're an affected #AshesofCreation dev and are looking to talk about what is happening, our DMs are open here and on Discord. Additionally, you can email our proton account - mmorpgdotcom@pm.me for added security. We will keep all info anonymous, of course.
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Final Fantasy VII is not a subtle video game! It beats you over the head with "Shinra Corporation bad" at every possible opportunity! This isn't subtext! It's text! The remake is even less subtle about this! For God's sake, *this* happens:
February 1, 2026 at 4:28 AM
Final Fantasy VII is not a subtle video game! It beats you over the head with "Shinra Corporation bad" at every possible opportunity! This isn't subtext! It's text! The remake is even less subtle about this! For God's sake, *this* happens:
If you're an affected #AshesofCreation dev and are looking to talk about what is happening, our DMs are open here and on Discord. Additionally, you can email our proton account - mmorpgdotcom@pm.me for added security. We will keep all info anonymous, of course.
February 1, 2026 at 4:36 AM
If you're an affected #AshesofCreation dev and are looking to talk about what is happening, our DMs are open here and on Discord. Additionally, you can email our proton account - mmorpgdotcom@pm.me for added security. We will keep all info anonymous, of course.
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We've updated our article with Theory Forge's reporting of the WARN Act notice reportedly sent to all Ashes of Creation employees, which states that Intrepid undertaking an "entire and permanent plant closing within the meaning of the WARN Act by close of business on February 2nd, 2026"
Ashes of Creation's Steven Sharif Resigned 'In Protest' As Intrepids Board Starts Mass Layoffs At MMO Studio - Update | MMORPG.com
The future of Ashes of Creation seems to be in limbo following the news earlier tonight that its creative director and studio co-founder, Steven Sharif, resigned in protest over the Board of…
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February 1, 2026 at 3:47 AM
We've updated our article with Theory Forge's reporting of the WARN Act notice reportedly sent to all Ashes of Creation employees, which states that Intrepid undertaking an "entire and permanent plant closing within the meaning of the WARN Act by close of business on February 2nd, 2026"
I daresay this was not on any of our Saturday night bingo cards. My heart goes out to those affected by this decision and, hopefully, something can be salvaged here.
The future of Ashes of Creation is up in the air following Steven Sharif and much the leadership's team resignation, while Intrepid's Board reportedly initiates a 'mass layoff' at the studio. www.mmorpg.com/news/ashes-o...
February 1, 2026 at 2:51 AM
I daresay this was not on any of our Saturday night bingo cards. My heart goes out to those affected by this decision and, hopefully, something can be salvaged here.
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straight up Gestapo shit
January 31, 2026 at 8:54 PM
straight up Gestapo shit
I could not make it through Highguard's training mode.
January 31, 2026 at 7:16 AM
I could not make it through Highguard's training mode.
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We are deeply saddened at the news of the passing of Magic legend Kai Budde. His achievements in the game and community go beyond what we could say in one post. Our thoughts go out to Kai's friends and family in this moment.
Remembering Kai Budde: magic.wizards.com/en/news/anno...
Remembering Kai Budde: magic.wizards.com/en/news/anno...
January 30, 2026 at 12:59 AM
We are deeply saddened at the news of the passing of Magic legend Kai Budde. His achievements in the game and community go beyond what we could say in one post. Our thoughts go out to Kai's friends and family in this moment.
Remembering Kai Budde: magic.wizards.com/en/news/anno...
Remembering Kai Budde: magic.wizards.com/en/news/anno...
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I am watching what is happening in Minneapolis on Ali Velshi and one of the ICE officers (off camera) literally says, “It’s like Call of Duty. Pretty cool huh?” as they shoot whatever it is they are shooting. Agents walking around, guns unholstered for no reason. This is insanity
January 24, 2026 at 4:45 PM
I am watching what is happening in Minneapolis on Ali Velshi and one of the ICE officers (off camera) literally says, “It’s like Call of Duty. Pretty cool huh?” as they shoot whatever it is they are shooting. Agents walking around, guns unholstered for no reason. This is insanity