John "Retr0lag" Bautista
@jrbrpg.bsky.social
John “Retr0lag” Bautista — Gaming Journalist (WIP) 🎮 | Reviews, stories & first looks | Creator of The GameLag Journal | RetroPlaysGames on YouTube
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Thread: “Finding My Way Into the Gaming Industry”
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It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
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It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
If someone is passionate about something else why not write on that subject matter instead of being in a different industry on not tweeting anything about that chosen industry??
December 17, 2025 at 2:18 AM
If someone is passionate about something else why not write on that subject matter instead of being in a different industry on not tweeting anything about that chosen industry??
As a new gaming writer/ journalist, I feel like I am still in my character creator mode. Figuring out my voice. What it is in gaming I'm most passionate about covering.
December 1, 2025 at 1:50 PM
As a new gaming writer/ journalist, I feel like I am still in my character creator mode. Figuring out my voice. What it is in gaming I'm most passionate about covering.
12 post thread = had to be done
December 1, 2025 at 12:32 PM
12 post thread = had to be done
Thread: “Finding My Way Into the Gaming Industry”
1️⃣
It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
1️⃣
It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
December 1, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Thread: “Finding My Way Into the Gaming Industry”
1️⃣
It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
1️⃣
It wasn’t enough for me to just “earn and learn.”
I finished my Digital Marketing degree feeling proud but it never translated into the career I wanted.
Instead, I hit a wall of doubt:
Am I good enough?
Did I learn anything?
Am I too old?
Is it just me or does this site feel cleaner? Like it's a nice suburban neighborhood and meanwhile the other one is like
a cartoon character is standing in the middle of a field of sheep .
ALT: a cartoon character is standing in the middle of a field of sheep .
media.tenor.com
November 27, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Is it just me or does this site feel cleaner? Like it's a nice suburban neighborhood and meanwhile the other one is like
Homework, reviews, games to play and site updates - all things I have to do tonight.
Did I me tonight that I may go into a food coma at any moment?
Did I me tonight that I may go into a food coma at any moment?
November 27, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Homework, reviews, games to play and site updates - all things I have to do tonight.
Did I me tonight that I may go into a food coma at any moment?
Did I me tonight that I may go into a food coma at any moment?
I wrote something.
The First Steps
This is the beginning of my journey into new media journalism — a reflection on the steps that often go unnoticed but matter just as much as the visible ones.
open.substack.com
November 11, 2025 at 10:12 AM
I wrote something.
Sometimes we sit and wait for acceptance and validation that never comes so F IT. I don't need it. I will keep moving on as always and hopefully we connect. If not, IIWII.
November 11, 2025 at 4:26 AM
Sometimes we sit and wait for acceptance and validation that never comes so F IT. I don't need it. I will keep moving on as always and hopefully we connect. If not, IIWII.
I'm just about ready to do it like I've always done.
Are you coming with me?
You are more than welcome to.
Are you coming with me?
You are more than welcome to.
October 22, 2025 at 6:16 AM
I'm just about ready to do it like I've always done.
Are you coming with me?
You are more than welcome to.
Are you coming with me?
You are more than welcome to.
Yay!! I finally downloaded the Bluesky app. Why I was using the browser version forever, IDK.
October 13, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Yay!! I finally downloaded the Bluesky app. Why I was using the browser version forever, IDK.
October 3, 2025 at 6:51 AM
Reposted by John "Retr0lag" Bautista
If you missed it: in Episode 279 of the CFG Game Cast,
Pop gives her take on Sonic Racing Crossworlds, and
@smitty2447.bsky.social talks about the latest Nikke crossover coming.
Plus: XBOX Console prices increase yet again - are you ready to pay more? www.confreaksandgeeks.com/cfg-game-cas...
Pop gives her take on Sonic Racing Crossworlds, and
@smitty2447.bsky.social talks about the latest Nikke crossover coming.
Plus: XBOX Console prices increase yet again - are you ready to pay more? www.confreaksandgeeks.com/cfg-game-cas...
CFG Game Cast 279: Will Sonic Racing Crossworlds Be Hype?
Sonic Racing Crossworlds, a Goddess of Victory Nikke crossover, and XBOX Console prices! Join Pop, Smitty, and Davies for the latest.
www.confreaksandgeeks.com
September 23, 2025 at 2:44 PM
If you missed it: in Episode 279 of the CFG Game Cast,
Pop gives her take on Sonic Racing Crossworlds, and
@smitty2447.bsky.social talks about the latest Nikke crossover coming.
Plus: XBOX Console prices increase yet again - are you ready to pay more? www.confreaksandgeeks.com/cfg-game-cas...
Pop gives her take on Sonic Racing Crossworlds, and
@smitty2447.bsky.social talks about the latest Nikke crossover coming.
Plus: XBOX Console prices increase yet again - are you ready to pay more? www.confreaksandgeeks.com/cfg-game-cas...
Reposted by John "Retr0lag" Bautista
#SonicRacingCrossWorld releases its launch trailer, #arcraiders stress test before launch and #Xbox consoles increase in price again in less than six months! It’s your Itty Bitty Gaming News! @esportsonsi.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 8:42 PM
#SonicRacingCrossWorld releases its launch trailer, #arcraiders stress test before launch and #Xbox consoles increase in price again in less than six months! It’s your Itty Bitty Gaming News! @esportsonsi.bsky.social
Hi. I know a lot of you may not know w me but I would love to be frens. I love video games, food, movies and sleeping. Feel free to connect.
September 23, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Hi. I know a lot of you may not know w me but I would love to be frens. I love video games, food, movies and sleeping. Feel free to connect.
I am going to really make a conscious effort to post here a lot more. The other place is sometimes very very frustrating.
February 16, 2025 at 8:21 PM
I am going to really make a conscious effort to post here a lot more. The other place is sometimes very very frustrating.
🚢 The Yakuza go full pirate mode in Hawaii?! 👀
My 1-minute first look at the Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii demo—wild action, over-the-top fun, and that classic RGG charm! Don't miss it!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/aeCdRJs9suA
#LikeADragon #PirateYakuza
My 1-minute first look at the Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii demo—wild action, over-the-top fun, and that classic RGG charm! Don't miss it!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/aeCdRJs9suA
#LikeADragon #PirateYakuza
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Demo - FIRST LOOK
YouTube video by The Kawfee Break by CupaKawfee
youtu.be
February 16, 2025 at 8:18 PM
🚢 The Yakuza go full pirate mode in Hawaii?! 👀
My 1-minute first look at the Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii demo—wild action, over-the-top fun, and that classic RGG charm! Don't miss it!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/aeCdRJs9suA
#LikeADragon #PirateYakuza
My 1-minute first look at the Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii demo—wild action, over-the-top fun, and that classic RGG charm! Don't miss it!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/aeCdRJs9suA
#LikeADragon #PirateYakuza
⚔️ The hunt begins! 🐉🔥
First look at the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta—new creatures, stunning environments, and epic hunts await. Is this the next big evolution in the series?
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/tOghezHhfWo?...
#MonsterHunterWilds #MonsterHunter
First look at the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta—new creatures, stunning environments, and epic hunts await. Is this the next big evolution in the series?
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/tOghezHhfWo?...
#MonsterHunterWilds #MonsterHunter
Monster Hunter Wilds Beta - FIRST LOOK
YouTube video by The Kawfee Break by CupaKawfee
youtu.be
February 16, 2025 at 8:16 PM
⚔️ The hunt begins! 🐉🔥
First look at the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta—new creatures, stunning environments, and epic hunts await. Is this the next big evolution in the series?
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/tOghezHhfWo?...
#MonsterHunterWilds #MonsterHunter
First look at the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta—new creatures, stunning environments, and epic hunts await. Is this the next big evolution in the series?
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/tOghezHhfWo?...
#MonsterHunterWilds #MonsterHunter
⚔️ Fast, brutal, and still a challenge!
My first few hours with Ninja Gaiden Black II in 1 minute! The action holds up, but with my backlog stacked, I might not return just yet. Still, it’s a solid ride!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/ujDw3TzlWPE
#NinjaGaidenBlackII #Gaming
My first few hours with Ninja Gaiden Black II in 1 minute! The action holds up, but with my backlog stacked, I might not return just yet. Still, it’s a solid ride!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/ujDw3TzlWPE
#NinjaGaidenBlackII #Gaming
Ninja Gaiden Black II - First Impressions Review
YouTube video by The Kawfee Break by CupaKawfee
youtu.be
February 16, 2025 at 8:15 PM
⚔️ Fast, brutal, and still a challenge!
My first few hours with Ninja Gaiden Black II in 1 minute! The action holds up, but with my backlog stacked, I might not return just yet. Still, it’s a solid ride!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/ujDw3TzlWPE
#NinjaGaidenBlackII #Gaming
My first few hours with Ninja Gaiden Black II in 1 minute! The action holds up, but with my backlog stacked, I might not return just yet. Still, it’s a solid ride!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/ujDw3TzlWPE
#NinjaGaidenBlackII #Gaming
🚨 The Kawfee Break EP. 50 is here! 🚨
Celebrating 50 episodes.
PLUS:
📰 Like A Dragon demo is out!
⚔️ Avowed reviews are in!
🎭 Onimusha revives a legend via CGI
🕶️ Should Splinter Cell be co-op-only?
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @itskahlief.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: tinyurl.com/mr2ejzsx ☕
Celebrating 50 episodes.
PLUS:
📰 Like A Dragon demo is out!
⚔️ Avowed reviews are in!
🎭 Onimusha revives a legend via CGI
🕶️ Should Splinter Cell be co-op-only?
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @itskahlief.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: tinyurl.com/mr2ejzsx ☕
February 16, 2025 at 8:15 PM
🚨 The Kawfee Break EP. 50 is here! 🚨
Celebrating 50 episodes.
PLUS:
📰 Like A Dragon demo is out!
⚔️ Avowed reviews are in!
🎭 Onimusha revives a legend via CGI
🕶️ Should Splinter Cell be co-op-only?
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @itskahlief.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: tinyurl.com/mr2ejzsx ☕
Celebrating 50 episodes.
PLUS:
📰 Like A Dragon demo is out!
⚔️ Avowed reviews are in!
🎭 Onimusha revives a legend via CGI
🕶️ Should Splinter Cell be co-op-only?
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @itskahlief.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: tinyurl.com/mr2ejzsx ☕
🚨 NEW EP - The Kawfee Break 49 🚨
Balancing work, gaming & content—how do you make time? ⏳🎮
PLUS:
📰 GTA 6 still set for Fall 2025
🕹️ Metroid Prime 4 update
⚔️ Avowed crossover teased
🔥 New Battlefield coming
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @huggablehipster.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: shorturl.at/l0wzj ☕
Balancing work, gaming & content—how do you make time? ⏳🎮
PLUS:
📰 GTA 6 still set for Fall 2025
🕹️ Metroid Prime 4 update
⚔️ Avowed crossover teased
🔥 New Battlefield coming
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @huggablehipster.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: shorturl.at/l0wzj ☕
February 7, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🚨 NEW EP - The Kawfee Break 49 🚨
Balancing work, gaming & content—how do you make time? ⏳🎮
PLUS:
📰 GTA 6 still set for Fall 2025
🕹️ Metroid Prime 4 update
⚔️ Avowed crossover teased
🔥 New Battlefield coming
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @huggablehipster.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: shorturl.at/l0wzj ☕
Balancing work, gaming & content—how do you make time? ⏳🎮
PLUS:
📰 GTA 6 still set for Fall 2025
🕹️ Metroid Prime 4 update
⚔️ Avowed crossover teased
🔥 New Battlefield coming
🎤 Creator Spotlight: @huggablehipster.bsky.social
🎧 Listen: shorturl.at/l0wzj ☕