Ross, Son of Lars
@rosslarsonwi.bsky.social
Software Developer with a Psych degree.
Indie Gamer. Photographer. Speaker. Human Being.
Indie Gamer. Photographer. Speaker. Human Being.
I recently posted a 3 part review of October Next Fest Demos! The first is here: youtu.be/alLwTxSTMkg
Word to the wise. Keep your cat away from your keyboard while Davinci Resolve is open. #gamedemos #steamnextfest
Word to the wise. Keep your cat away from your keyboard while Davinci Resolve is open. #gamedemos #steamnextfest
October 2025 Steam Next Fest Demo Reviews - Racing Roundup
YouTube video by TanookiZoot (Half Physical, Half Digital)
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 2:35 AM
I recently posted a 3 part review of October Next Fest Demos! The first is here: youtu.be/alLwTxSTMkg
Word to the wise. Keep your cat away from your keyboard while Davinci Resolve is open. #gamedemos #steamnextfest
Word to the wise. Keep your cat away from your keyboard while Davinci Resolve is open. #gamedemos #steamnextfest
My closing talk from #DevFestWI is now live on YouTube!
We covered practical mindfulness, the Wellness Wheel, and a better way to set goals that actually stick. If you're looking for an actionable way to improve your work-life balance, check it out.
youtu.be/KMG_eshfeMo
We covered practical mindfulness, the Wellness Wheel, and a better way to set goals that actually stick. If you're looking for an actionable way to improve your work-life balance, check it out.
youtu.be/KMG_eshfeMo
Mindfulness at Work: A Practical Guide to the Wellness Wheel - DevFestWI 2025
YouTube video by Ross Larson
youtu.be
August 23, 2025 at 4:38 PM
My closing talk from #DevFestWI is now live on YouTube!
We covered practical mindfulness, the Wellness Wheel, and a better way to set goals that actually stick. If you're looking for an actionable way to improve your work-life balance, check it out.
youtu.be/KMG_eshfeMo
We covered practical mindfulness, the Wellness Wheel, and a better way to set goals that actually stick. If you're looking for an actionable way to improve your work-life balance, check it out.
youtu.be/KMG_eshfeMo
DevFest WI is coming soon, and I'm speaking at the event!
The conference is on Tuesday, August 19 at the Memorial Union in Madison.
www.devfestwi.com
Since you're in my network, I'm going to save you some money on the ticket! Use the code "SPEAKERS2025" when purchasing a ticket, and you'll save 50%!
The conference is on Tuesday, August 19 at the Memorial Union in Madison.
www.devfestwi.com
Since you're in my network, I'm going to save you some money on the ticket! Use the code "SPEAKERS2025" when purchasing a ticket, and you'll save 50%!
DevFest WI 2025
DevFest WI is an annual inclusivity-themed tech conference held in Madison, WI.
www.devfestwi.com
August 8, 2025 at 2:14 AM
DevFest WI is coming soon, and I'm speaking at the event!
The conference is on Tuesday, August 19 at the Memorial Union in Madison.
www.devfestwi.com
Since you're in my network, I'm going to save you some money on the ticket! Use the code "SPEAKERS2025" when purchasing a ticket, and you'll save 50%!
The conference is on Tuesday, August 19 at the Memorial Union in Madison.
www.devfestwi.com
Since you're in my network, I'm going to save you some money on the ticket! Use the code "SPEAKERS2025" when purchasing a ticket, and you'll save 50%!
I posted some reviews of games that I wish listed during this month's Stream Next Fest. Check it out!
youtu.be/fQ-VrTd11k0
youtu.be/fQ-VrTd11k0
Wishlist Worthy Game Demos from the June 2025 Steam Next Fest - Cozy and Flow State Games
YouTube video by TanookiZoot (Half Physical, Half Digital)
youtu.be
June 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
I posted some reviews of games that I wish listed during this month's Stream Next Fest. Check it out!
youtu.be/fQ-VrTd11k0
youtu.be/fQ-VrTd11k0
I recently tried out the Cast n Chill demo, and I have some thoughts about it, so I made a video: youtu.be/Jq7twydHlCA?...
Cast n Chill - Demo Review - Crunchy Pixel Relaxation! 🎣🐶
YouTube video by TanookiZoot (Half Physical, Half Digital)
youtu.be
June 7, 2025 at 2:15 AM
I recently tried out the Cast n Chill demo, and I have some thoughts about it, so I made a video: youtu.be/Jq7twydHlCA?...
If you're in the mood for a virtual conference today, check out the Virtual Coffee stream-
www.youtube.com/live/EvDJpN-...
www.youtube.com/live/EvDJpN-...
Code & Coffee: A Virtual Coffee Conference
YouTube video by Certified Fresh Events
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April 25, 2025 at 3:15 PM
If you're in the mood for a virtual conference today, check out the Virtual Coffee stream-
www.youtube.com/live/EvDJpN-...
www.youtube.com/live/EvDJpN-...
I played a ton of games in the most recent Steam #nextfest, and I ended up adding 30 games to my wish list. Feel free to check out my thoughts on them!
Steam Next Fest - March 2025 - 30 Wishlist Gems and Rapid Reviews
YouTube video by TanookiZoot (Half Physical, Half Digital)
youtu.be
April 1, 2025 at 2:00 AM
I played a ton of games in the most recent Steam #nextfest, and I ended up adding 30 games to my wish list. Feel free to check out my thoughts on them!
Hey #GameDev folks. I made a video with tips to help gamers take advantage of #SteamNextFest later this month:
youtu.be/SXqENbT-0l4
I also made a few game suggestions, including Olliefrog Toad Skater by @mrthee.bsky.social
If you have any tips or game suggestions, share them here or on the video!
youtu.be/SXqENbT-0l4
I also made a few game suggestions, including Olliefrog Toad Skater by @mrthee.bsky.social
If you have any tips or game suggestions, share them here or on the video!
How to have the best Steam Next Fest in 2025. Tips and Tricks to find hidden gems!
YouTube video by HalfPhysicalHalfDigital
youtu.be
February 14, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Hey #GameDev folks. I made a video with tips to help gamers take advantage of #SteamNextFest later this month:
youtu.be/SXqENbT-0l4
I also made a few game suggestions, including Olliefrog Toad Skater by @mrthee.bsky.social
If you have any tips or game suggestions, share them here or on the video!
youtu.be/SXqENbT-0l4
I also made a few game suggestions, including Olliefrog Toad Skater by @mrthee.bsky.social
If you have any tips or game suggestions, share them here or on the video!
Hey #GameDev folks! With #SteamNextFest coming up, I'm trying to put together a list of demos to try. I prefer chill games, cozy games, and flow state games, especially smaller sports and racing titles. Feel free to reply with information about your game!
February 12, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Hey #GameDev folks! With #SteamNextFest coming up, I'm trying to put together a list of demos to try. I prefer chill games, cozy games, and flow state games, especially smaller sports and racing titles. Feel free to reply with information about your game!
Reposted by Ross, Son of Lars
Game devs! If you have a demo lined up for Steam Next Fest this month, please let me know! I can't promise I'll cover every game, but I am looking to put together a highlight reel of weird, interesting, and fun games for GameSpot.
#indiegames #gamedev #Nextfest #SteamNextFest
#indiegames #gamedev #Nextfest #SteamNextFest
February 7, 2025 at 9:34 AM
Game devs! If you have a demo lined up for Steam Next Fest this month, please let me know! I can't promise I'll cover every game, but I am looking to put together a highlight reel of weird, interesting, and fun games for GameSpot.
#indiegames #gamedev #Nextfest #SteamNextFest
#indiegames #gamedev #Nextfest #SteamNextFest
Hey, #gamedev folks. It looks like we're one month out from #steam #nextfest. Is now the time I can start putting together my list of demos to try, or should I wait until 2/10, when there's about two weeks until the event? I'm not trying to stress folks out, I'm just trying to figure out the timing.
January 26, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Hey, #gamedev folks. It looks like we're one month out from #steam #nextfest. Is now the time I can start putting together my list of demos to try, or should I wait until 2/10, when there's about two weeks until the event? I'm not trying to stress folks out, I'm just trying to figure out the timing.
I had a ton of fun running #THAT meetup on @guild.host today. Good attendance, great conversations, and tons of fun. Hope to see more of you in the future!
January 26, 2025 at 1:46 AM
I had a ton of fun running #THAT meetup on @guild.host today. Good attendance, great conversations, and tons of fun. Hope to see more of you in the future!
Hey folks, is there a #thatconference bluesky feed? I'd be interested in following that feed.
January 6, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Hey folks, is there a #thatconference bluesky feed? I'd be interested in following that feed.
Hey #photography folks. I'm looking to start a journal along with my digital photo sessions, and I'm wondering what folks usually write down.
Any suggestions/apps?
I'm thinking:
* Date
* Camera/Lens(es)
* Initial goals/thoughts
* Thoughts after shooting or reviewing images
Any suggestions/apps?
I'm thinking:
* Date
* Camera/Lens(es)
* Initial goals/thoughts
* Thoughts after shooting or reviewing images
January 6, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Hey #photography folks. I'm looking to start a journal along with my digital photo sessions, and I'm wondering what folks usually write down.
Any suggestions/apps?
I'm thinking:
* Date
* Camera/Lens(es)
* Initial goals/thoughts
* Thoughts after shooting or reviewing images
Any suggestions/apps?
I'm thinking:
* Date
* Camera/Lens(es)
* Initial goals/thoughts
* Thoughts after shooting or reviewing images
Happy belated Public Domain Day! blog.archive.org/2025/01/01/w...
Does anyone have plans to use, reuse, or remix any of the newly public work?
Does anyone have plans to use, reuse, or remix any of the newly public work?
Welcome to the Public Domain in 2025 | Internet Archive Blogs
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January 4, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Happy belated Public Domain Day! blog.archive.org/2025/01/01/w...
Does anyone have plans to use, reuse, or remix any of the newly public work?
Does anyone have plans to use, reuse, or remix any of the newly public work?
Hey #GameDev folks. I'm looking forward to Steam #NextFest next year. It looks like the next event is scheduled for Feb. 24 - Mar. 3. Does anyone have best practices for searching Bluesky for demos? I prefer chill games, cozy games, and flow state games, especially smaller sports and racing titles.
December 29, 2024 at 2:40 AM
I'm giving Youtube a try, and made a video about underrated chill, cozy, and flow state games. Feel free to look if you'd like.
youtu.be/kuxR3dngvqc
youtu.be/kuxR3dngvqc
Chill vibes, cozy games, and flow states - Underrated Game Suggestions - 2024
YouTube video by HalfPhysicalHalfDigital
youtu.be
December 28, 2024 at 9:06 PM
I'm giving Youtube a try, and made a video about underrated chill, cozy, and flow state games. Feel free to look if you'd like.
youtu.be/kuxR3dngvqc
youtu.be/kuxR3dngvqc
I'm doing an Extra Life stream this Saturday on Twitch. Does anyone have suggestions on games to try? I'm going to play Tron:Identity by @mikebithell.bsky.social for sure. It's going to be a 12 hour stream, give or take, and part of the stream will be multiplayer with other folks from my team.
November 14, 2024 at 3:41 PM
I'm doing an Extra Life stream this Saturday on Twitch. Does anyone have suggestions on games to try? I'm going to play Tron:Identity by @mikebithell.bsky.social for sure. It's going to be a 12 hour stream, give or take, and part of the stream will be multiplayer with other folks from my team.
Reposted by Ross, Son of Lars
Now that BlueSky seems to be picking up, let’s have some fun 😄 It’s been a long time since I’ve given away free avatars. Reply to this post with a photo. The more goofy, the better! I’ll pick at least 10 to draw for free! Please share! And follow for silly doodles and software posts 😜
November 13, 2024 at 4:29 PM
Now that BlueSky seems to be picking up, let’s have some fun 😄 It’s been a long time since I’ve given away free avatars. Reply to this post with a photo. The more goofy, the better! I’ll pick at least 10 to draw for free! Please share! And follow for silly doodles and software posts 😜
I recently made a video previewing some of the games that I encountered at MDEV. Feel free to check it out! youtu.be/lU9N0ege7Zw
MDEV - Game Previews from the MIdwest Game Developers Conference!
YouTube video by HalfPhysicalHalfDigital
youtu.be
November 12, 2024 at 3:17 PM
I recently made a video previewing some of the games that I encountered at MDEV. Feel free to check it out! youtu.be/lU9N0ege7Zw
Apparently I was on local TV B-roll at the MDEV conference while playing Hive Jump 2: Survivors! I appear around the 1:00 mark. I was the Prepper Jumper in the late stages, so there were many projectiles. I purchased this game a few months ago, and I do recommend that folks check it out.
November 11, 2024 at 3:35 AM
Apparently I was on local TV B-roll at the MDEV conference while playing Hive Jump 2: Survivors! I appear around the 1:00 mark. I was the Prepper Jumper in the late stages, so there were many projectiles. I purchased this game a few months ago, and I do recommend that folks check it out.
Hey, folks. New over here. One thing I've been doing recently is working on a new YouTube channel. No pressure to view, but the most recent video is a review of Spirit City: Lofi Sessions, which is a productivity framework disguised as a game - youtu.be/9nFF1zPGAyw
November 11, 2024 at 3:04 AM
Hey, folks. New over here. One thing I've been doing recently is working on a new YouTube channel. No pressure to view, but the most recent video is a review of Spirit City: Lofi Sessions, which is a productivity framework disguised as a game - youtu.be/9nFF1zPGAyw