Adam Hartling
@xenosns.bsky.social
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Citizen archivist of Nova Scotia video game development history. Sometimes hobby game dev. - He/Him
https://hgcarchive.wixsite.com/hgc-archive
https://linktr.ee/XenosNS
https://xenosns.itch.io
Citizen archivist of Nova Scotia video game development history. Sometimes hobby game dev. - He/Him
https://hgcarchive.wixsite.com/hgc-archive
https://linktr.ee/XenosNS
https://xenosns.itch.io
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Achievement unlocked: Halifax Ubisoft workers vote to form first union of its kind in North America
www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
www.saltwire.com/nova-scotia/...
Achievement unlocked: Halifax Ubisoft workers vote to form first union of its kind in North America
Around 60 members of staff for game developer Ubisoft Entertainment in their Halifax studio reached an achievement out of game, a successful certification vote to unionize.
www.saltwire.com
December 30, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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"Just whatever I see really"
However bad you think the information space is for young folks at large, it's worse
However bad you think the information space is for young folks at large, it's worse
December 29, 2025 at 9:00 PM
"Just whatever I see really"
However bad you think the information space is for young folks at large, it's worse
However bad you think the information space is for young folks at large, it's worse
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"The Untold Story of the Nintendo Entertainment System" courtesy of The Video Game History Foundation.
Watch it here: youtu.be/uJvpRGibFhg?...
Watch it here: youtu.be/uJvpRGibFhg?...
December 29, 2025 at 1:53 PM
"The Untold Story of the Nintendo Entertainment System" courtesy of The Video Game History Foundation.
Watch it here: youtu.be/uJvpRGibFhg?...
Watch it here: youtu.be/uJvpRGibFhg?...
Playing Death Stranding 2 and I'm nearly over my weight limit. Started thinking about core muscles and back strength in general. Realized I was slouching and straightened up. Then Sam on screen says "gotta work those core muscles". That's eerie.
December 28, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Playing Death Stranding 2 and I'm nearly over my weight limit. Started thinking about core muscles and back strength in general. Realized I was slouching and straightened up. Then Sam on screen says "gotta work those core muscles". That's eerie.
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Get more for less! These chill deals won't leave you out in the cold. Save across your faves from Handelabra Games now until January 5th!
www.handelabra.com
www.handelabra.com
December 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Get more for less! These chill deals won't leave you out in the cold. Save across your faves from Handelabra Games now until January 5th!
www.handelabra.com
www.handelabra.com
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Carney, Zelensky meet in Halifax to boost Ukraine defence by enlisting Barrett’s Privateers
Carney, Zelensky meet in Halifax to boost Ukraine defence by enlisting Barrett’s Privateers
HALIFAX - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet today with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Nova Scotian city of Halifax, where the two will set about turning the of Russia's inv...
www.thebeaverton.com
December 27, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Carney, Zelensky meet in Halifax to boost Ukraine defence by enlisting Barrett’s Privateers
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Who says that Maze running can’t be stylish?
December 27, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Who says that Maze running can’t be stylish?
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a friend drew gorlak for me as a chrismas present so im gonna wear it now
December 27, 2025 at 7:15 AM
a friend drew gorlak for me as a chrismas present so im gonna wear it now
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Everybody's Top 10 list is now up in a public Patreon post! www.patreon.com/posts/everyb...
Here's @haleyfax.bsky.social's list!
1. Clair Obscur
2. Death Stranding 2
3. Blue Prince
4. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
5. Ghost of Yotei
6. The Alters
7. Grimshire
8. The Drifter
9. Arc Raiders
10. Dispatch
Here's @haleyfax.bsky.social's list!
1. Clair Obscur
2. Death Stranding 2
3. Blue Prince
4. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
5. Ghost of Yotei
6. The Alters
7. Grimshire
8. The Drifter
9. Arc Raiders
10. Dispatch
December 26, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Everybody's Top 10 list is now up in a public Patreon post! www.patreon.com/posts/everyb...
Here's @haleyfax.bsky.social's list!
1. Clair Obscur
2. Death Stranding 2
3. Blue Prince
4. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
5. Ghost of Yotei
6. The Alters
7. Grimshire
8. The Drifter
9. Arc Raiders
10. Dispatch
Here's @haleyfax.bsky.social's list!
1. Clair Obscur
2. Death Stranding 2
3. Blue Prince
4. Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
5. Ghost of Yotei
6. The Alters
7. Grimshire
8. The Drifter
9. Arc Raiders
10. Dispatch
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I loved the paper 'demo' we did for the magazine ad of A Little to the Left.
December 26, 2025 at 1:44 PM
I loved the paper 'demo' we did for the magazine ad of A Little to the Left.
It's a @stinkyox.bsky.social Christmas at our house
December 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
It's a @stinkyox.bsky.social Christmas at our house
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Hello new fleeing users! Career starving artist here, nice to meet you.
I make scuffed 3D adventure games alone, and would love to bring you on that journey.
#indiedev #games #gamedev
I make scuffed 3D adventure games alone, and would love to bring you on that journey.
#indiedev #games #gamedev
Free 3D Metroidvania Demo on STEAM! - End's Reach
YouTube video by Cuirass Entertainment Ltd.
youtu.be
December 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
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Got a special job for you, Viper.
You need to deliver ALL OF THE PRESENTS!!!! Enemy forces will try to intercept; proceed with caution.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#indiegame #indiedev #mecha #roguelike #christmas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmL6...
You need to deliver ALL OF THE PRESENTS!!!! Enemy forces will try to intercept; proceed with caution.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#indiegame #indiedev #mecha #roguelike #christmas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmL6...
SCAVENGER ZERO HOLIDAY SPECIAL
YouTube video by SCAVENGER ZERO
www.youtube.com
December 25, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Got a special job for you, Viper.
You need to deliver ALL OF THE PRESENTS!!!! Enemy forces will try to intercept; proceed with caution.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#indiegame #indiedev #mecha #roguelike #christmas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmL6...
You need to deliver ALL OF THE PRESENTS!!!! Enemy forces will try to intercept; proceed with caution.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#indiegame #indiedev #mecha #roguelike #christmas
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rmL6...
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Happy holidays from the Button Man! 🎅🎄We are going to have so much news in the new year about our demo update and our final release day! Here's a sneak peak of our recreation of the Public Gardens in #Halifax #NovaScotia
#ButtonManGame #Indiegame #indiedev
#ButtonManGame #Indiegame #indiedev
December 24, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Happy holidays from the Button Man! 🎅🎄We are going to have so much news in the new year about our demo update and our final release day! Here's a sneak peak of our recreation of the Public Gardens in #Halifax #NovaScotia
#ButtonManGame #Indiegame #indiedev
#ButtonManGame #Indiegame #indiedev
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Mashina may not seem particularly Christmassy but her design is based on a Christmas Pudding.
Mashina Winter Sale now on! store.steampowered.com/app/3395930/...
December 24, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Mashina may not seem particularly Christmassy but her design is based on a Christmas Pudding.
Guess this Wolf Parade song was in that hockey show recently, always been one of my favorite songs of theirs since that album came out in 2005. Glad to see it's become popular.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G1e...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G1e...
Wolf Parade - I'll Believe In Anything [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
YouTube video by Sub Pop
www.youtube.com
December 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Guess this Wolf Parade song was in that hockey show recently, always been one of my favorite songs of theirs since that album came out in 2005. Glad to see it's become popular.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G1e...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=7G1e...
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The Cape Breton Hairy Man (also known as the Capstick Bigfoot) is a forest dwelling creature who has been spotted many times over the last 100 years in Wreck Cove, Cape Breton.
Join us today to hear Evan share stories of those sightings.
Join us today to hear Evan share stories of those sightings.
December 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
The Cape Breton Hairy Man (also known as the Capstick Bigfoot) is a forest dwelling creature who has been spotted many times over the last 100 years in Wreck Cove, Cape Breton.
Join us today to hear Evan share stories of those sightings.
Join us today to hear Evan share stories of those sightings.
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In 1998 in Bras D’Or, Cape Breton, folks got more than their morning double double and Timbits when they pulled up to the Tim Hortons that day.
Join us to hear Evan tell the tale of the Tim Hortons Jesus.
Join us to hear Evan tell the tale of the Tim Hortons Jesus.
December 17, 2025 at 8:19 AM
In 1998 in Bras D’Or, Cape Breton, folks got more than their morning double double and Timbits when they pulled up to the Tim Hortons that day.
Join us to hear Evan tell the tale of the Tim Hortons Jesus.
Join us to hear Evan tell the tale of the Tim Hortons Jesus.
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Winter is upon us and we have 3 episodes that are perfect for getting in a wintry mood this time of year.
That being said, winter is the perfect time for spooky stories so check out all of our episodes 👻!
That being said, winter is the perfect time for spooky stories so check out all of our episodes 👻!
December 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Winter is upon us and we have 3 episodes that are perfect for getting in a wintry mood this time of year.
That being said, winter is the perfect time for spooky stories so check out all of our episodes 👻!
That being said, winter is the perfect time for spooky stories so check out all of our episodes 👻!
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On this day in 1989 Sega brought one of its most recent arcade hits to the Mega Drive: Golden Axe. This belt-scrolling brawler featured an extra boss and kept the co-op gameplay intact. Take that, SNES! #Sega #GenesisDoes #Generation16
Golden Axe - Generation 16 Episode #026
Publisher: Sega
Developer: Sega Consumer Development Division #3
Released: December 23, 1989
Sega begins to perfect their scrolling beat-em-ups with the awesome Golden Axe.
youtu.be
December 23, 2025 at 5:01 PM
On this day in 1989 Sega brought one of its most recent arcade hits to the Mega Drive: Golden Axe. This belt-scrolling brawler featured an extra boss and kept the co-op gameplay intact. Take that, SNES! #Sega #GenesisDoes #Generation16
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Happy #wishlistwednesday to any indie devs out there!
This is the latest teaser trailer for my game. If you like Armored Core, mechs, roguelikes, or just fast paced 2D action games you might like this.
#indiedev #roguelike #mecha
youtu.be/cYAT5-2ykPs
This is the latest teaser trailer for my game. If you like Armored Core, mechs, roguelikes, or just fast paced 2D action games you might like this.
#indiedev #roguelike #mecha
youtu.be/cYAT5-2ykPs
SCAVENGER ZERO Teaser 2
YouTube video by SCAVENGER ZERO
youtu.be
November 19, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Happy #wishlistwednesday to any indie devs out there!
This is the latest teaser trailer for my game. If you like Armored Core, mechs, roguelikes, or just fast paced 2D action games you might like this.
#indiedev #roguelike #mecha
youtu.be/cYAT5-2ykPs
This is the latest teaser trailer for my game. If you like Armored Core, mechs, roguelikes, or just fast paced 2D action games you might like this.
#indiedev #roguelike #mecha
youtu.be/cYAT5-2ykPs
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Mashina Winter Sale now on! store.steampowered.com/app/3395930/...
December 24, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Mashina Winter Sale now on! store.steampowered.com/app/3395930/...
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AND YOU SHOULD TOO!
A November 2025 GDC survey shows that 56% of US game workers are interested in JOINING a union!
If you have questions reach out to us or @cwacanada1.bsky.social
A November 2025 GDC survey shows that 56% of US game workers are interested in JOINING a union!
If you have questions reach out to us or @cwacanada1.bsky.social
December 23, 2025 at 4:27 PM
AND YOU SHOULD TOO!
A November 2025 GDC survey shows that 56% of US game workers are interested in JOINING a union!
If you have questions reach out to us or @cwacanada1.bsky.social
A November 2025 GDC survey shows that 56% of US game workers are interested in JOINING a union!
If you have questions reach out to us or @cwacanada1.bsky.social