Ryan Kern
@paaperclips.bsky.social
I have a hard time shutting up about video game history, preservation, and whatever I’m playing now.
And also Godzilla.
And also Godzilla.
I had a great time again this year! And it was a lot of fun sitting down and talking Atari for a bit on this one.
NEW EPISODE! Atari Party 2025 was last month and I got to chat with a bunch of amazing people!
Have you played Atari today?
@rectapete.bsky.social
@atarispot.bsky.social
@atariarchive.org
@nathaniellockhart.bsky.social
@fergojisan.bsky.social
Listen here! ⬇️⬇️
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Have you played Atari today?
@rectapete.bsky.social
@atarispot.bsky.social
@atariarchive.org
@nathaniellockhart.bsky.social
@fergojisan.bsky.social
Listen here! ⬇️⬇️
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December 28, 2025 at 10:43 PM
I had a great time again this year! And it was a lot of fun sitting down and talking Atari for a bit on this one.
One of the most frustrating feelings is playing a game that I really enjoy, and when I try to recommend it to a friend they say "Oh, I saw YouTube reviews and it seems like people are saying it's not good."
Ok well, I'm recommending it for free. They're trashing it for engagement. Pick a side.
Ok well, I'm recommending it for free. They're trashing it for engagement. Pick a side.
September 6, 2025 at 7:35 PM
One of the most frustrating feelings is playing a game that I really enjoy, and when I try to recommend it to a friend they say "Oh, I saw YouTube reviews and it seems like people are saying it's not good."
Ok well, I'm recommending it for free. They're trashing it for engagement. Pick a side.
Ok well, I'm recommending it for free. They're trashing it for engagement. Pick a side.
I started referring to Story of Seasons games as "Harvest Moon (Taylor's Version)" and don't plan on stopping
September 5, 2025 at 4:29 PM
I started referring to Story of Seasons games as "Harvest Moon (Taylor's Version)" and don't plan on stopping
I understand why, but I'm still disappointed that all reviews of Sonic Racing Crossworld seem to be comparisons to Mario Kart World.
There are things it does better, there are things it does worse, there are things it does different. But they aren't the same.
There are things it does better, there are things it does worse, there are things it does different. But they aren't the same.
August 30, 2025 at 12:15 PM
I understand why, but I'm still disappointed that all reviews of Sonic Racing Crossworld seem to be comparisons to Mario Kart World.
There are things it does better, there are things it does worse, there are things it does different. But they aren't the same.
There are things it does better, there are things it does worse, there are things it does different. But they aren't the same.
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Not only did we announce our latest cover story – Ninja Gaiden 4 – this week, but we also dropped a bunch of new previews for games like Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, RE Requiem, Romeo Is A Dead Man, Scott Pilgrim EX, Halloween, and more.
Check it all out here: gameinformer.com
Check it all out here: gameinformer.com
August 29, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Not only did we announce our latest cover story – Ninja Gaiden 4 – this week, but we also dropped a bunch of new previews for games like Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, RE Requiem, Romeo Is A Dead Man, Scott Pilgrim EX, Halloween, and more.
Check it all out here: gameinformer.com
Check it all out here: gameinformer.com
Fun Fact: "Kirby" was originally named "Twinkle Popo" but they changed it because it wouldn't be fair to every game that came after if society peaked that early.
August 23, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Fun Fact: "Kirby" was originally named "Twinkle Popo" but they changed it because it wouldn't be fair to every game that came after if society peaked that early.
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Really happy seeing @pmstudios.bsky.social giving Yooka Re-Playlee a physical release on Switch 2. The way it should be. Can't wait to test more Switch 2 physicals.
Pre-order live at these ref links:
VGP: videogamesplus.ca/uy...
PnP: pnpgamesonline.com/?...
Pre-order live at these ref links:
VGP: videogamesplus.ca/uy...
PnP: pnpgamesonline.com/?...
August 23, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Really happy seeing @pmstudios.bsky.social giving Yooka Re-Playlee a physical release on Switch 2. The way it should be. Can't wait to test more Switch 2 physicals.
Pre-order live at these ref links:
VGP: videogamesplus.ca/uy...
PnP: pnpgamesonline.com/?...
Pre-order live at these ref links:
VGP: videogamesplus.ca/uy...
PnP: pnpgamesonline.com/?...
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I recently left my underpaying office job of 11 years to start my own electronics repair/modding business, and here's what I have to say about it so far:
memorymachinepod.com/2025/08/22/i...
memorymachinepod.com/2025/08/22/i...
I Started a Dang Business!
You might be wondering why I haven’t put out many new episodes of my podcast over the past few years. One more obvious reason for this is the fact that I have two young-ish kids (aged 10 and …
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August 22, 2025 at 5:46 PM
I recently left my underpaying office job of 11 years to start my own electronics repair/modding business, and here's what I have to say about it so far:
memorymachinepod.com/2025/08/22/i...
memorymachinepod.com/2025/08/22/i...
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It's finally here!
archive.org/details/the-...
The errata of The Ultimate History of Video Games by Steven Kent. Took me a few years (cough) but its many errors are now compiled for your perusal.
I will update this, so let me know of any errors you spot.
archive.org/details/the-...
The errata of The Ultimate History of Video Games by Steven Kent. Took me a few years (cough) but its many errors are now compiled for your perusal.
I will update this, so let me know of any errors you spot.
August 21, 2025 at 3:58 PM
It's finally here!
archive.org/details/the-...
The errata of The Ultimate History of Video Games by Steven Kent. Took me a few years (cough) but its many errors are now compiled for your perusal.
I will update this, so let me know of any errors you spot.
archive.org/details/the-...
The errata of The Ultimate History of Video Games by Steven Kent. Took me a few years (cough) but its many errors are now compiled for your perusal.
I will update this, so let me know of any errors you spot.
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I, an adult, was tasked with defending the secret base of our major criminal organization. But then a 10 year old boy came and his turtle beat up my cat so I gave him money and let him pass.
I don't get paid enough for this shit.
I don't get paid enough for this shit.
August 20, 2025 at 12:20 AM
I, an adult, was tasked with defending the secret base of our major criminal organization. But then a 10 year old boy came and his turtle beat up my cat so I gave him money and let him pass.
I don't get paid enough for this shit.
I don't get paid enough for this shit.
You don't need to beat a game to be a real fan.
You don't need to have a platinum trophy to be a real fan.
You don't need 1000 hours to be a real fan.
You can have a great time and never finish the game.
You don't need to have a platinum trophy to be a real fan.
You don't need 1000 hours to be a real fan.
You can have a great time and never finish the game.
August 17, 2025 at 10:35 PM
You don't need to beat a game to be a real fan.
You don't need to have a platinum trophy to be a real fan.
You don't need 1000 hours to be a real fan.
You can have a great time and never finish the game.
You don't need to have a platinum trophy to be a real fan.
You don't need 1000 hours to be a real fan.
You can have a great time and never finish the game.
Steambot Chronicles 🙌
August 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Steambot Chronicles 🙌
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Reposted by Ryan Kern
Wrote an article for @theshot.net.au about ‘debate content’, how it’s terrible for society and why we need to stop indulging in it.
“Ultimately, if debating dickheads worked, we wouldn’t be in a situation where dickheads are making the world a worse place.”
theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
“Ultimately, if debating dickheads worked, we wouldn’t be in a situation where dickheads are making the world a worse place.”
theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
August 10, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Wrote an article for @theshot.net.au about ‘debate content’, how it’s terrible for society and why we need to stop indulging in it.
“Ultimately, if debating dickheads worked, we wouldn’t be in a situation where dickheads are making the world a worse place.”
theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
“Ultimately, if debating dickheads worked, we wouldn’t be in a situation where dickheads are making the world a worse place.”
theshot.net.au/uncategorize...
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being on nintendo feels like such a dream 🥹🥹🥹 e falando em português ainda! I'm so happy!!
ALSO neverway coming in 2026 to PC and switch
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IkN...
ALSO neverway coming in 2026 to PC and switch
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IkN...
Neverway – Indie World Showcase 8.7.2025
YouTube video by Nintendo of America
www.youtube.com
August 7, 2025 at 4:25 PM
being on nintendo feels like such a dream 🥹🥹🥹 e falando em português ainda! I'm so happy!!
ALSO neverway coming in 2026 to PC and switch
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IkN...
ALSO neverway coming in 2026 to PC and switch
www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IkN...
Social media as a supplement to in-person socialization is a great thing.
Social media as a replacement for it is a disaster.
We. Fucked. Up.
Social media as a replacement for it is a disaster.
We. Fucked. Up.
August 5, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Social media as a supplement to in-person socialization is a great thing.
Social media as a replacement for it is a disaster.
We. Fucked. Up.
Social media as a replacement for it is a disaster.
We. Fucked. Up.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a perfect fit for anyone who has ever wondered "What would an HD-2D Legend of Zelda with a proper jump mechanic be like?"
July 31, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a perfect fit for anyone who has ever wondered "What would an HD-2D Legend of Zelda with a proper jump mechanic be like?"
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An AI slop factory apparently tried to rewrite our article about AI not replacing workers en masse, but hit the paywall... so just summarised the paywall. If this is the robot that takes my job I'll be v embarrassed
July 24, 2025 at 5:46 PM
An AI slop factory apparently tried to rewrite our article about AI not replacing workers en masse, but hit the paywall... so just summarised the paywall. If this is the robot that takes my job I'll be v embarrassed
👀 some real nice ones in there.
And GODZILLA
And GODZILLA
It’s time to celebrate San Diego Comic-Con with the @ign.com SDCC Massive Comics Bundle featuring titles like:
- Blade Runner 2019 Vol. 1: Los Angeles
- They Called Us Enemy
- Godzilla: The Half-Century War
- and many more! Supports Binc Foundation | bit.ly/4o5g8PQ
- Blade Runner 2019 Vol. 1: Los Angeles
- They Called Us Enemy
- Godzilla: The Half-Century War
- and many more! Supports Binc Foundation | bit.ly/4o5g8PQ
July 24, 2025 at 6:25 PM
👀 some real nice ones in there.
And GODZILLA
And GODZILLA
And an additional reminder that it's not as simple as finding a site or a CEO that claims to align with your values. You are always at the mercy of their changing whims.
July 24, 2025 at 3:31 PM
And an additional reminder that it's not as simple as finding a site or a CEO that claims to align with your values. You are always at the mercy of their changing whims.
Meta moving right, Twitter being a hellscape, Google forcing AI, Steam and itch both banning NSFW games because their payment processors told them to...
These things should all be reminders of the current state of the internet.
These things should all be reminders of the current state of the internet.
July 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Meta moving right, Twitter being a hellscape, Google forcing AI, Steam and itch both banning NSFW games because their payment processors told them to...
These things should all be reminders of the current state of the internet.
These things should all be reminders of the current state of the internet.
Say Vaan from Final Fantasy XII is Luke Skywalker, everyone is fine.
Say Balthier is Han Solo, no one bats an eye.
Say Fran is Chewbacca and SUDDENLY I'M THE BAD GUY.
Say Balthier is Han Solo, no one bats an eye.
Say Fran is Chewbacca and SUDDENLY I'M THE BAD GUY.
July 24, 2025 at 3:16 AM
Say Vaan from Final Fantasy XII is Luke Skywalker, everyone is fine.
Say Balthier is Han Solo, no one bats an eye.
Say Fran is Chewbacca and SUDDENLY I'M THE BAD GUY.
Say Balthier is Han Solo, no one bats an eye.
Say Fran is Chewbacca and SUDDENLY I'M THE BAD GUY.
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Double Fine Productions has made heavy metal video game Brütal Legend free for 666 minutes only to honor heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, who died this week aged 76.
Double Fine Honor's Heavy Metal Legend Ozzy Osbourne by Making Heavy Metal Video Game Brütal Legend Free for 666 Minutes Only
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July 24, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Double Fine Productions has made heavy metal video game Brütal Legend free for 666 minutes only to honor heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne, who died this week aged 76.