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How To Play Together With Friends - A Guide To Co-Op Multiplayer In Genshin Impact

November 17, 2025 at 3:24 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Playing #GenshinImpact with friends can be fun, but there are some restrictions to co-op #multiplayer modes.

Watch this video & learn what you can (and cannot) do in Genshin Impact's co-operative play modes.

youtu.be/e5M36bpKCAA

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds - Pre-Release Demo Impressions - Best Kart Racer On Steam Deck?

October 26, 2025 at 3:03 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is shaping up to be an excellent kart racing experience. It works on Steam Deck too!

In this video, I highlight some of its improvements compared to past games, and share my demo impressions
youtu.be/V5bSfXTjdWU

Less than 24-hours remain before the launch of the full game!

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September 24, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

I can't be the only one who would 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 enjoy a GENTLE LOVE "Prescription for Sleep" #album covering the amazing #GenshinImpact #OST.

There must be other fans out there who would be interested in this idea?

@scarletmoon.bsky.social
@genshinimpact-en.bsky.social

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August 16, 2025 at 2:50 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Did you know about this hidden feature that allows you to play Dokapon Kingdom Connect with all CPU-controlled players?

youtu.be/XL6AhKwuYIk

#steam #pc #switch #nintendo #partygame #rpg #multiplayer #online #tips #tricks #secrets

How To Have All CPU Players - Dokapon Kingdom Connect

Welcome (back) to the deepest party game + zany RPG mashup of Dokapon Kingdom Connect

August 4, 2025 at 7:53 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

If you've never played Dokapon Kingdom, you're in for a treat.

Come discover an incredibly deep party game mixed with zany RPG shenanigans in Dokapon Kingdom Connect, a modern re-release with improved visuals that adds online multiplayer for the first time.

youtu.be/82mAm5bAMwE

#steam #pc #switch

Cute & Fun Card Game For Kids! GENTLE (youngling) DRAGONS A Day Of Adventure - Print And Play

August 4, 2025 at 3:09 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Get this #cute and #fun printable #card #game for kids!

Itch: jhawk777.itch.io/youngdragons...
Gumroad: jhawk777.gumroad.com/l/youngdrago...

youtube.com/shorts/vvWmU...

GENTLE DRAGONS for creative inspiration

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July 28, 2025 at 3:38 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Step into a world where dragons are not fierce, but kind, wise, and full of wonder. GENTLE DRAGONS creative inspiration toolkit ignites your creativity & soothes your spirit.

Get it here:
Itch: jhawk777.itch.io/gentledragons
Gumroad: jhawk777.gumroad.com/l/gentledrag...

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Sigma Star Saga: 20 year old hidden gem on GBA handheld mixes action RPG and 2D space shooter genres

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July 23, 2025 at 8:51 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Developers #wayforward are creating Sigma Star Saga DX, a modern release of the 2005 #gameboyadvance hidden gem.

This video shows how the original #game mixes action #rpg and #2d space shooter genres for a unique experience.

youtu.be/9dAxGoARDys

#nintendo #steam #pc #sigmastarsagadx #retrogaming

Why try Team Sonic Racing - What this underappreciated kart racer did well

July 12, 2025 at 1:56 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

It may have been overshadowed by its predecessor, but Team Sonic Racing still had a lot to offer kart #racing #game fans.

See what the game did well, and what uniqueness it brought to the genre, in my latest video www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ez5...

#sonic #sega #pc #steam #ps4 #nintendo #switch #xbox

This decade old racing game is better than Mario Kart?! Why try Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed

July 10, 2025 at 1:52 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Did you know there is a 12-year old #kart #racing #game that many people consider to be even better than #mariokart?

See for yourself: www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_m5...

#sonic #sega #nintendo #mario #sonicandallstarsracingtransformed #teamsonicracing #sonicracingcrossworlds

Game testing IS a real job! Why quality assurance matters + what I look for during a play test

July 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Don't believe the #myths: game testing IS a real #job!

In this #video, I talk about some reasons why #game #testing is important, some #misconceptions surrounding quality assurance testing, and why it has #value that often goes #underappreciated until it is too late.

youtu.be/30thxFBNf3Y

Mavuika Full Guide ❤️‍🔥 How To Build And Play 🔥 Pyro Archon Complete Kit Genshin Impact PC Mobile

July 6, 2025 at 12:46 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

A new #genshinimpact character build #guide for #mavuika the pyro archon has been created.

Check it out below!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOFJ...

#walkthrough #video #genshin #hoyoverse #pc #mobile #gaming

Highlights From A Week In The Life Of Asocial Giraffe 🦒 Pre-Release Demo Playtest On Steam Deck

July 1, 2025 at 3:47 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Are you looking for someone to #test your #game? 🎮
✋I am available for #commissions!

Sign up for one of my packages at: www.fiverr.com/jhawkins777/

Here is an example video of some footage from recent #indie demo #playtests I did for #asocialgiraffe #lostandfoundco and #babblingbrook

#pc #android

June 28, 2025 at 5:31 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

I made a highlights video with clips from my playtest of the #free #demo for
A Week in the Life of Asocial Giraffe.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTDq...

You can find out more about the game here: www.asocialgiraffe.com

#asocialgiraffe #indiegame #gaming

Lost And Found Co. 🔍 Highlights From Testing The Demo

June 27, 2025 at 11:08 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Today I released a highlights video from my full playtest of #lostandfoundco on #steamdeck.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GMt...

Play the demo and wishlist the game on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2101390/...

Super Relaxing Game! Babbling Brook Demo Playtest On Steam Deck

June 25, 2025 at 7:03 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

I playtested the #demo of Babbling Brook, a super #relaxing #indiegame, on my #steamdeck!

Check out the full video: youtu.be/hhEOC4VYVGc

Wishlist the game on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3672300/...

#babblingbrook #gaming #tester
@srd-ramon.bsky.social

A Week In The Life Of Asocial Giraffe - Pre-Release Demo Playtest On Steam Deck

June 23, 2025 at 8:49 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

I playtested the #demo for A Week in the Life of Asocial Giraffe using my #steamdeck, and aside from a few mishaps on my part, it went smoothly!

Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZV4y...
Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3071440/...

#asocialgiraffe
@asocialgiraffe.bsky.social

Lost And Found Co. Pre-Release Demo Playtest On Steam Deck

June 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

I did a playtest of the Lost and Found Co. pre-release demo by Bit Egg Inc. on my Steam Deck!

Check it out here! www.youtube.com/watch?v=dwsr...

You can find the game on Steam at: store.steampowered.com/app/2101390/...

#lostandfoundco
@lostandfoundco.bsky.social
@bitegginc.bsky.social

Secret Passwords For Metroid On NES - Make Games Easier

June 19, 2025 at 3:53 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Are you a fan of #retrogaming? Old games can be pretty tough, but there are often ways to make them easier to play too.

Let's look at some secret codes from #Metroid on the #NES

www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJG8...

2 Ways To Get Imaginite Chests Quickly In Skylanders Imaginators

June 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

If you want to get gear for your #imaginator #skylanders characters, here are 2 ways of gathering imaginite chests quickly.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhzb...

4 Easy Ways To Get Gold In Skylanders Imaginators

June 16, 2025 at 8:38 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

The best game to get gold in the #Skylanders franchise is Skylanders #Imaginators, because you can use every figure in the series with it.

Here are some tips for getting gold quickly.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mF2C...

Looking for someone to test your game on PC or Android?

June 14, 2025 at 9:35 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Need a game tester for your #indie #videogame?
Let my many years of gaming experience help you test and improve your game on #PC and #Android.

Learn more at: www.fiverr.com/jhawkins777/

youtu.be/VSS8hNcp8xw

7 Battle Tips for RPGs - Learn to play role-playing games with Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete

June 9, 2025 at 10:23 PM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Here are 7 battle tips that you can use to make playing RPGs easier.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLLd...

What is Grinding? Learn how to navigate game difficulty in RPGs

June 5, 2025 at 1:40 AM

Jonathan's Games & Tutorials

@jhawk777.itch.io

Perfectly #balancing the difficulty in a #videogame is challenging even for experienced #developers.

As a #player, learn about the term #grinding and how to navigate difficulty spikes in an #RPG by following the advice in this video.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzyb...