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The Old Videogamer
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I noticed that "XBox Live" was suddenly trending... would have NEVER guessed this was the reason (but I shouldn't be that surprised...) #XBoxLive #JefferyEpstein #EpsteinFiles #Videogames #Politics

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The Epstein Files Reveal Jeffrey Epstein Got Banned From Xbox Live
Millions of new Epstein files have been released and in them, a message from Microsoft that he had been banned from Xbox Live. Yes, for real.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:33 AM
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Tomodachi Life: Living the dream will allow same-sex relationships, as well as allowing a nonbinary gender option
#TomodochiLife #Nintendo #NintendoSwitch #NintendoSwitch2 #Videogames
January 29, 2026 at 6:52 PM
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Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Will Allow Same-Sex Relationships & Non-Binary Miis.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Will Allow Same-Sex Relationships & Non-Binary Miis
Finally fulfilling the "more inclusive" promise
www.nintendolife.com
January 29, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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Tomodochi Life: Living the Dream Direct.
#TomodochiLife #Nintendo #NintendoSwitch #NintendoSwitch2 #Videogames

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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct 1.29.26 - Nintendo Official Site
Watch the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct! The presentation will last roughly 20 minutes and provide more info on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game.
www.nintendo.com
January 29, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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Good to see you again, Resetti…
#AnimalCrossing #AnimalCrossingNewHorizons #Nintendo #VideoGames
A screenshot from Animal Crossing New Horizons show Resetti, who has returned to the game with the latest update.
January 15, 2026 at 3:05 AM
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The new upgrade for Animal Crossing New Horizons is available.
#Nintendo #AnimalCrossing #AnimalCrossingNewHorizons #Videogames
January 15, 2026 at 2:57 AM
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NPR's best video games of 2025
#Videogames #Games #BestOf2025 #Technology

www.npr.org/2025/12/03/n...
The best games of 2025, picked by NPR's staff
From indies like Blue Prince to big console exclusives like Donkey Kong Bananza, NPR staff members and contributors round up their favorite games of 2025.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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Nintendo announces “Super Mario Galaxy” movie trailer premier on Wednesday, November 12th.
#Nintendo #SuperMarioGalaxyMovie #SuperMario #Movies #Videogames
November 11, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Join the DCUO & Dimensional Ink team as we raise funds for Dell Children’s Ascension. Earn rewards like the Angelic Drone, Helper’s Halo & more!

🎮 Tune in to Twitch Nov 15 (12–5 PM PT)!

https://www.dcuniverseonline.com/news/extra-life-2025

#ExtraLife2025 #DCUO #Steam #Playstation #Xbox #Switch
November 5, 2025 at 11:28 PM
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Animal Crossing : New Horizons getting a Switch 2 version and a major update for both Switch systems on January 15th.
#AnimalCrossingNewHorizons #NintendoSwitch #NintendoSwitch2 #Nintendo #Videogames

www.youtube.com/watch?v=7nOD...
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition & Free Update – Announcement Trailer
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November 1, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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40 years ago today, in Japan, Mario became "Super" and the video game crash from the previous year would soon come to an end. And video games would never look back...
#SuperMarioBros #Nintendo #Videogames #SuperMario40 #Technology
September 13, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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🎮 Retro games shaped generations. But many are vanishing.

Some, like educational games by Yaakov Kirschen, who died on April 14, were almost lost forever.

Journalist @kirkman.bsky.social explains why preserving niche software matters: blog.archive.org/2025/05/07/v...

🕳️ #VanishingCulture
“Only 13 percent of all classic games released between 1960 and 2009 are currently commercially available.” Survey of the Video Game Reissue Market in the United States (2023). Josh Renaud Journalist & computer historian
May 7, 2025 at 2:03 PM
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In case you missed it… Gamescon 2025 Opening night.
#Gamescon2025 #Videogames #Technology

www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVC_...
gamescom Opening Night Live 2025
YouTube video by gamescom
www.youtube.com
August 20, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Ladies and gentlemen… the winner of the “2025 Legend of Zelda Fan of the Year” award.
#LegendOfZelda #Windwaker #Boat #Videogames #Littlegem
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I Built The Zelda Wind Waker Boat In Real Life (and Sailed It)
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August 20, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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Can’t say we didn’t see this coming. I suppose we should feel lucky it’s only a $50 increase.
#Playstation #Videogames #Tariffs #Politics
www.theverge.com/news/762410/...
Sony is raising PS5 prices, starting tomorrow | The Verge
Sony blames a “challenging economic environment.”
www.theverge.com
August 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Sony Senior VP says PlayStation is focusing less on consoles, hinting at more cross-platform games.
#SonyPlaystation #Videogames #Nintendo #Xbox #Gaming #Technology

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Sony Senior VP says PlayStation is focusing less on consoles, hinting at more cross-platform games - NotebookCheck.net News
Despite impressive PS5 sales, Sony may place less emphasis on consoles going forward. Comments from a Sony Senior Vice President have some gamers proclaiming the death of PlayStation exclusive games. The brand will instead focus on creating entertainment properties on multiple platforms.
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August 7, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Today's Nintendo Indie World Showcase (8//7/2025)
#Nintendo #Videogames

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTv0...
Indie World Showcase 8.7.2025
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August 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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When public media disappears, so do the stories that bring us together.

With federal funding eliminated, millions may lose their last trusted source of news and connection.

If that matters to you, now’s the time to act. Donate: n.pr/458sOhq
August 3, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Nintendo Direct: Parters Showcase - Monster Hunter Stories 3 in 2026, Octopath Traveller 0 in December.
#Nintendo #Videogames
www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZoL...
Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 7.31.2025
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July 31, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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"Project 007" becomes "007 First Light" and it's coming for Switch 2, PS5 & Xbox X/S in 2026.
#JamesBond #Switch2 #PS5 #Xbox #Videogames
007 First Light – Announcement Trailer – Nintendo Switch 2
YouTube video by Nintendo of America
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June 19, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley vaults himself onto the cover of Madden NFL 26.
#MaddenNFL26 #SaquanBarkley #PhiladelphiaEagles #NFL #Football #Videogames
June 2, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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10 years of Inklings, Squids & Splatfests...
#Splatoon #Nintendo #WiiU #NintendoSwitch #VideoGames
Splatoon: 10 years of Nintendo’s joyous, messy squid game
Nintendo's twist on the online shooter swapped guns, bullets and gore for spray cans, rollers and gallons of glossy, sloppy paint. Now 10 years old, we celebrate the franchise that threw teams of colo...
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May 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Sci-Fi Movies Of The '70s To Add To Your Must-Watch List
#Movies #1970's #ScienceFiction #Entertainment
Sci-Fi Movies Of The '70s To Add To Your Must-Watch List
YouTube video by Looper
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May 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - Official Reveal
#ElderScrollsOblivion #Videodames #Xbox

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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered - Official Reveal
YouTube video by Bethesda Softworks
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April 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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FINALLY!!!!! Nintendo confirms Switch 2 pre-orders will begin April 24th. #NintendoSwitch2 #Nintendo #Videogames #Technology

www.techspot.com/news/107610-...
Nintendo finally sets a Switch 2 pre-order date, but its sales restrictions might be over the top
The Switch 2 will still launch on June 5, featuring upgraded internals, improved Joy-Con controllers with magnetic snap-on rails, and backward compatibility for most digital Switch games....
www.techspot.com
April 18, 2025 at 9:07 PM