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Andrew Oyston
@andrewoyston.bsky.social
IBMi software QA tester, fan of sci-fi, horror, video games (point and click especially), wargaming. Contributor to Fusion, Archive, Pixel Addict, and A Handheld History. Blog: http://tantobieinternettattler.blogspot.com
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I should have written more about Ex Novo following our successful KS campaign...

Anyway, if you are interested in a city-building, history-crafting game for 1 to 4 players, you should absolutely have a look here: www.sharkbombs.com/games/exnovo/

The brand new 2nd edition is out now 🎲🗺️
November 10, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Well now, there is a thing. An article on a type of tool I rather fancy, then I discover that it links to my own project in this area -- and my article about it...
writerDeck.org
Information about dedicated writing devices, digital typewriters, or modern word processors.
buff.ly
November 9, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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New video uploaded: youtu.be/AuB1leFGihY

Demonstrates how our RISC OS Companions integrate with the RISC OS desktop environment.

#RISC_OS
#RISCOSCompanion
Linux Companions for RISC OS
YouTube video by RISCOS bits
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November 8, 2025 at 7:43 PM
New arrival and something I’ve been looking forward to since the Kickstarter from the minds of @sharkbombs.bsky.social and @konstantinosd.bsky.social.
November 8, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Physical paperback copy has arrived - a reminder of my review posted last week - tantobieinternettattler.blogspot.com/2025/11/the-...
November 8, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Okay, finally I have a place to buy the new 2nd edition book 😅

ko-fi.com/s/cbfc6bd357

#indiedev #indiegame #selfpublishing #brokensword
November 1, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Spectrum Next #Delphian progress: so clipped quad and tri polygons are now fully working.😎 I can probably optimise the code a bit further... Best thing is: not a single divide anywhere. All done with multiplies ('cos Spectrum Next has a handy 8 cycle MUL instruction).🥰 Next step: 3D line draw.
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Disassembly (+ comments) of tape protection of Repton (Acorn Electron). Interesting protection measures. Hidden data in tape block headers is my favourite trick github.com/0xC0DE6502/t...
November 2, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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While the #SAMCoupe is what I focus most of my time developing hardware, software and magazines for I also make #Hardware for #RC2014 and the #ZXSpectrum.

SAM Coupe -> 🌐 www.samcoupe.com
RC2014 Interfaces ->🌐 2014.samcoupe.com
ZX Spectrum ->🌐 zx.samcoupe.com

#retrocomputing #indiedev #gamedev
November 2, 2025 at 9:20 AM
October 27, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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When a peaceful farmer is abducted by an alien, he cannot imagine how this experience will turn him into a hero that needs to save the galaxy.

The DEMO of A Little Less Desperation is now available!

Check it here:

store.steampowered.com/app/2761020/...

#pointandclick #adventuregame #indiedev
A Little Less Desperation on Steam
When a peaceful farmer is abducted by an alien, he cannot imagine how this experience will turn him into a hero that needs to save the galaxy. Suddenly, alien abduction is funny again.
store.steampowered.com
October 25, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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RISC OS London Show Report 2025

www.iconbar.com/articles/RIS...

The 2025 London Show took place in its new regular venue.

Overall there was a real buzz and plenty of people attending.

Here is what I saw on the floor.
RISC OS London Show Report 2025
Technology News and Views
www.iconbar.com
October 25, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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RISC OS London Show 2025 - pictures

www.iconbar.com/articles/RIS...

Here is a selection of pictures to show you what the event was like
RISC OS London Show 2025 - pictures
Technology News and Views
www.iconbar.com
October 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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RISC OS London Show 2025 - Notes from the talks

www.iconbar.com/articles/RIS...

Here are my notes from the talks. As usual, any mistakes or omissions are mine.
RISC OS London Show 2025 - Notes from the talks
Technology News and Views
www.iconbar.com
October 25, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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We're making the #RISC_OS case for wood!

Or should that be 'we're making a wood case for RISC OS'...

See them in the (tree) flesh on Saturday at the @rougol #riscoslondonshow2025 this Saturday.
October 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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It's touch and go, but will we have a Pi9home (brew) ready to show at the #riscoslondonshow2025?

#risc_os
#justbecause
#notrealbutbetterthanapokeintheeye
October 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Archive Magazine Oct/Nov 2025 issue is out now! Archive is the magazine for RISC OS users. It's not too late to subscribe and get the latest issue - see www.archivemag.co.uk/subscriptions.html for details. Worldwide subscriptions available! #riscos #raspberypi #opensource
October 17, 2025 at 2:27 PM
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A delicious custom walnut Chimera for a customer at the #RISCOSLondonShow2025

The photos really don't do it justice.

#RISC_OS
#custombuild
October 16, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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October 14, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Like point and click adventure games with British humour, an engaging plot and musical time travelling scientists? Then check out The Mystery Of Woolley Mountain! It's 20% off on @playstation atm!

store.playstation.com/en-gb/concep...

#SpookySeason #Halloween #IndieDev #GameDev #IndieGame
October 11, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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I had the privilege of directing and editing the voiceover for this game. I can tell you this: it’s going to be a good one.
Our hand-drawn, full-length, fully voiced point & click adventure game Foolish Mortals releases November 5, 2025! 👻 www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0rN...

A wedding... vanished. A treasure... lost. A heart... broken.

Wishlist us now! store.steampowered.com/app/1848440/...
Foolish Mortals Release Date Trailer - November 5, 2025
YouTube video by Inklingwood Studios
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October 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Our hand-drawn, full-length, fully voiced point & click adventure game Foolish Mortals releases November 5, 2025! 👻 www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0rN...

A wedding... vanished. A treasure... lost. A heart... broken.

Wishlist us now! store.steampowered.com/app/1848440/...
Foolish Mortals Release Date Trailer - November 5, 2025
YouTube video by Inklingwood Studios
www.youtube.com
October 8, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Atari: A Visual History with over 400 pages of classic Atari 8-bit content, Interviews in a bespoke and unique presentation.

Learn about its history.
Want to see more? : www.greyfoxbooks.com/shop/books/t...

#BookRecommendations #greyfoxbooks #atari #atari8bit #HistoryMatters #homecomputers #C64
September 25, 2025 at 10:27 AM