Mark Scholten
@markscholten.bsky.social
Freelance journalist, gearhead, game geek. Also geeks out on all things tech, movies, music, books, nature, science and art.
Timesplitters Rewind is eindelijk uit! Waanzinnig benieuwd naar deze fan made remake. It's time to split!
www.timesplittersrewind.com
www.timesplittersrewind.com
TimeSplitters Rewind
A greatest hits collection developed by the community for the classic TimeSplitters trilogy
www.timesplittersrewind.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Timesplitters Rewind is eindelijk uit! Waanzinnig benieuwd naar deze fan made remake. It's time to split!
www.timesplittersrewind.com
www.timesplittersrewind.com
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Today is a big day! Timesplitters Rewind is finally out 😀
I am so proud of what the Team and I have accomplished
I do not regret a single minute I spent contributing to this project over the last 2-3 years. Ive learned so much and met so many great devs because of it ♥️
www.timesplittersrewind.com
I am so proud of what the Team and I have accomplished
I do not regret a single minute I spent contributing to this project over the last 2-3 years. Ive learned so much and met so many great devs because of it ♥️
www.timesplittersrewind.com
November 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Today is a big day! Timesplitters Rewind is finally out 😀
I am so proud of what the Team and I have accomplished
I do not regret a single minute I spent contributing to this project over the last 2-3 years. Ive learned so much and met so many great devs because of it ♥️
www.timesplittersrewind.com
I am so proud of what the Team and I have accomplished
I do not regret a single minute I spent contributing to this project over the last 2-3 years. Ive learned so much and met so many great devs because of it ♥️
www.timesplittersrewind.com
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Digiphile launching today from former Humble Bundle veterans - a new discovery platform offering curated premium, game and book bundles that benefit users, creators, publishers, and charities
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/dig...
www.digiphile.co
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/dig...
www.digiphile.co
November 11, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Digiphile launching today from former Humble Bundle veterans - a new discovery platform offering curated premium, game and book bundles that benefit users, creators, publishers, and charities
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/dig...
www.digiphile.co
www.gamedeveloper.com/business/dig...
www.digiphile.co
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Mark your calendars....literally!
Today we are launching the MOST OFFICIAL 2026 BALATRO CALENDAR WITH MORE BEN STARR IN CLOWN OUTFITS THAN YOU CAN HANDLE (probably)...
All profits will be going to charity and you can get the calendar here: www.fangamer.com/products/bal...
Today we are launching the MOST OFFICIAL 2026 BALATRO CALENDAR WITH MORE BEN STARR IN CLOWN OUTFITS THAN YOU CAN HANDLE (probably)...
All profits will be going to charity and you can get the calendar here: www.fangamer.com/products/bal...
Balatro - Balatro 2026 Wall Calendar
A new year is coming... time to shuffle off and try again! Features 13 photos of Jimbo, as portrayed by Ben Starr, in the guise of your favorite Balatro Jokers Bonus condensed 2027 calendar on the fi...
www.fangamer.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Mark your calendars....literally!
Today we are launching the MOST OFFICIAL 2026 BALATRO CALENDAR WITH MORE BEN STARR IN CLOWN OUTFITS THAN YOU CAN HANDLE (probably)...
All profits will be going to charity and you can get the calendar here: www.fangamer.com/products/bal...
Today we are launching the MOST OFFICIAL 2026 BALATRO CALENDAR WITH MORE BEN STARR IN CLOWN OUTFITS THAN YOU CAN HANDLE (probably)...
All profits will be going to charity and you can get the calendar here: www.fangamer.com/products/bal...
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What do young people think The Goonies is about?
October 15, 2025 at 10:28 PM
What do young people think The Goonies is about?
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Hey, between you and me - if you do refund Borderlands 4 and "play a different game" please know that Mycopunk is just $15.
September 16, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Hey, between you and me - if you do refund Borderlands 4 and "play a different game" please know that Mycopunk is just $15.
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HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate - Steam page (developer Wabisabi Design, published by Acclaim) buff.ly/dmaS0xV
September 10, 2025 at 6:38 PM
HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate - Steam page (developer Wabisabi Design, published by Acclaim) buff.ly/dmaS0xV
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater is a decent enough update to a game that kind of didn't need any. Konami plays it safe and that's kind of boring. Updated movement makes the game too easy. The pc port is sadly subpar. My (Dutch) review @ignbenelux.bsky.social nl.ign.com/metal-gear-s...
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Review – Brave remake, brakke port
Prachtige beelden, maar minder bite.
nl.ign.com
August 22, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater is a decent enough update to a game that kind of didn't need any. Konami plays it safe and that's kind of boring. Updated movement makes the game too easy. The pc port is sadly subpar. My (Dutch) review @ignbenelux.bsky.social nl.ign.com/metal-gear-s...
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Heretic + Hexen (enhanced) is up on Steam ($14.99 or already in your library if you owned it) buff.ly/gu94hoO
This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.
This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.
August 7, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Heretic + Hexen (enhanced) is up on Steam ($14.99 or already in your library if you owned it) buff.ly/gu94hoO
This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.
This enhanced restoration makes Heretic + Hexen available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.
Spent the last week playing through Mafia: The Old Country, and I can happily report that it's all I hoped for in a new installment. Incredible presentation, excellent acting, focus on the story, realistic driving and little fluff. My (Dutch) review @ignbenelux.bsky.social nl.ign.com/mafia-the-ol...
Mafia: The Old Country Review – Terug naar de roots
Levert alles waar de fans op hopen.
nl.ign.com
August 7, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Spent the last week playing through Mafia: The Old Country, and I can happily report that it's all I hoped for in a new installment. Incredible presentation, excellent acting, focus on the story, realistic driving and little fluff. My (Dutch) review @ignbenelux.bsky.social nl.ign.com/mafia-the-ol...
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Update (July 7, 2025)
July 7, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Update (July 7, 2025)
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Matt Turnbull, Executive Producer at Xbox Game Studios Publishing - after the Microsoft layoffs - suggesting on Linkedin that may maybe people who have been let go should turn to AI for help. He seriously thought posting this would be a good idea.
![Post from Matt Turnbull:
These are really challenging times, and if you’re navigating a layoff or even quietly preparing for one, you’re not alone and you don’t have to go it alone.
I know these types of tools engender strong feelings in people, but I'd be remiss in not trying to offer the best advice I can under the circumstances. I’ve been experimenting with ways to use LLM AI tools (like ChatGPT or Copilot) to help reduce the emotional and cognitive load that comes with job loss.
Here are some prompt ideas and use cases that might help if you're feeling overwhelmed:
Career Planning Prompts:
“Act as a career coach. I’ve been laid off from a [role] in the game industry. Help me build a 30-day plan to regroup, research new roles, and start applying without burning out.”
“What kinds of game industry jobs could I pivot to with experience in [Production/Narrative/LiveOps/etc.]?”
Resume & LinkedIn Help
“Here’s my current resume. Give me three tailored versions: one for AAA, one for platform/publishing roles, and one for startup/small studio leadership.”
“Rewrite this resume bullet to highlight impact and metrics.”
“Draft a new LinkedIn ‘About Me’ section that focuses on my leadership style, shipped titles, and vision for game development.”
Networking & Outreach
“Draft a friendly message I can send to old coworkers letting them know I’m exploring new opportunities.”
“Write a warm intro message for reaching out to someone at [studio name] about a job posting.”
Emotional Clarity & Confidence
“I’m struggling with imposter syndrome after being laid off. Can you help me reframe this experience in a way that reminds me what I’m good at?”
No AI tool is a replacement for your voice or your lived experience. But at a time when mental energy is scarce, these tools can help get you unstuck faster, calmer, and with more clarity.
If this helps, feel free to share with others in your network.
Stay kind, stay smart, stay connected.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:qpbuxrel3f3njvjw5rakf532/bafkreiei32dnyvihcdgifb5niw7rf65o2obawz5nschbc4czojo4ecgz4u@jpeg)
July 4, 2025 at 3:48 AM
Matt Turnbull, Executive Producer at Xbox Game Studios Publishing - after the Microsoft layoffs - suggesting on Linkedin that may maybe people who have been let go should turn to AI for help. He seriously thought posting this would be a good idea.
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CDPR is hiring for a bunch of game jobs, y'all. No writing roles on my team at this moment, but lots of other positions. It's a really good place to land www.cdprojektred.com/en/jobs
CD PROJEKT RED - Award-winning creators of story-driven role-playing games.
Award-winning creator of story-driven role-playing games
www.cdprojektred.com
July 2, 2025 at 11:20 PM
CDPR is hiring for a bunch of game jobs, y'all. No writing roles on my team at this moment, but lots of other positions. It's a really good place to land www.cdprojektred.com/en/jobs
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seeing people hit by the layoffs today who have worked in the industry for DECADES. one guy had worked on fucking STAR WARS GAMES FOR THE SNES, another had been at blizzard since starcraft.
that kind of continual experience in the industry is like gold dust, and MS are just throwing it in the bin
that kind of continual experience in the industry is like gold dust, and MS are just throwing it in the bin
July 3, 2025 at 4:57 AM
seeing people hit by the layoffs today who have worked in the industry for DECADES. one guy had worked on fucking STAR WARS GAMES FOR THE SNES, another had been at blizzard since starcraft.
that kind of continual experience in the industry is like gold dust, and MS are just throwing it in the bin
that kind of continual experience in the industry is like gold dust, and MS are just throwing it in the bin
We knew it was coming i guess but still horrible to realise how many people are losing their jobs. Wishing them all the best in looking for new and hopefully better places. Wth Microsoft :(
Many of Xbox's subsidiaries are getting hit by the layoffs this morning, including Call of Duty studios such as Raven. Big cuts at Forza Motorsport developer Turn 10 - nearly 50% of staff, per source.
July 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
We knew it was coming i guess but still horrible to realise how many people are losing their jobs. Wishing them all the best in looking for new and hopefully better places. Wth Microsoft :(
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Look at this beautiful disaster
June 29, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Look at this beautiful disaster
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Passed 600k. Over 100k new signatures in less than a week. This is very much doable! Don't stop now! #StopKillingGames
eci.ec.europa.eu/045...
eci.ec.europa.eu/045...
European Citizens' Initiative
Give your support !
eci.ec.europa.eu
June 28, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Passed 600k. Over 100k new signatures in less than a week. This is very much doable! Don't stop now! #StopKillingGames
eci.ec.europa.eu/045...
eci.ec.europa.eu/045...
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New Gloomwood update let's gooooo
youtu.be/QlgQMvYlqsY?...
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Gloomwood - The RESEARCH Update: PART 2
YouTube video by New Blood Interactive
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June 28, 2025 at 6:59 PM
New Gloomwood update let's gooooo
youtu.be/QlgQMvYlqsY?...
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Adi Shankar trolls with mad cocaine energy. I laughed hardest at “game sales will go up” as if whatever show that comes out with with six episodes three years from now is gonna boost sales of the latest Duke Nukem game, Duke Nukem Forever. “Apache software” made me legitimately angry for a second.
June 23, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Adi Shankar trolls with mad cocaine energy. I laughed hardest at “game sales will go up” as if whatever show that comes out with with six episodes three years from now is gonna boost sales of the latest Duke Nukem game, Duke Nukem Forever. “Apache software” made me legitimately angry for a second.
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TW: RACISME
BOOS kreeg toegang tot de whatsappgroep "Grenscontroles i.v.m. Asielzoekers", aangemaakt door Jan Huzen. Er werd gesproken over wapens aanschaffen, en we lazen expliciet racisme en gewelddadige fantasieën.
'Kan beter een wapen in huis hebben Als zo’n kutzw*rte doodtrappen (...)'
BOOS kreeg toegang tot de whatsappgroep "Grenscontroles i.v.m. Asielzoekers", aangemaakt door Jan Huzen. Er werd gesproken over wapens aanschaffen, en we lazen expliciet racisme en gewelddadige fantasieën.
'Kan beter een wapen in huis hebben Als zo’n kutzw*rte doodtrappen (...)'
June 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM
TW: RACISME
BOOS kreeg toegang tot de whatsappgroep "Grenscontroles i.v.m. Asielzoekers", aangemaakt door Jan Huzen. Er werd gesproken over wapens aanschaffen, en we lazen expliciet racisme en gewelddadige fantasieën.
'Kan beter een wapen in huis hebben Als zo’n kutzw*rte doodtrappen (...)'
BOOS kreeg toegang tot de whatsappgroep "Grenscontroles i.v.m. Asielzoekers", aangemaakt door Jan Huzen. Er werd gesproken over wapens aanschaffen, en we lazen expliciet racisme en gewelddadige fantasieën.
'Kan beter een wapen in huis hebben Als zo’n kutzw*rte doodtrappen (...)'
Took them long enough, but good to see this finally being addressed.
Sony appears to be removing regional restrictions on their Steam/PC games
God of War Ragnarok steamdb.info/sub/833972/h...
The Last of Us Part II Remastered steamdb.info/sub/1219787/...
Spider-Man 2 steamdb.info/sub/1219797/...
Helldivers 2 steamdb.info/sub/137730/h...
God of War Ragnarok steamdb.info/sub/833972/h...
The Last of Us Part II Remastered steamdb.info/sub/1219787/...
Spider-Man 2 steamdb.info/sub/1219797/...
Helldivers 2 steamdb.info/sub/137730/h...
June 14, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Took them long enough, but good to see this finally being addressed.
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Waarom is WNL met persbandjes chocola aan het uitdelen en leden aan het werven op een VVD-congres?
June 14, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Waarom is WNL met persbandjes chocola aan het uitdelen en leden aan het werven op een VVD-congres?
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Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, 20th Century, Universal City Studios Productions and DreamWorks Animation, have filed a lawsuit against Midjourney. They have described it in the suit as a “bottomless pit of plagiarism.”
June 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Disney, Marvel, Lucasfilm, 20th Century, Universal City Studios Productions and DreamWorks Animation, have filed a lawsuit against Midjourney. They have described it in the suit as a “bottomless pit of plagiarism.”
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