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“He’s alright.” - @lotrlore.bsky.social Freelance games writer, bylines at GameSpot, Rolling Stone, MMORPG, and more. Steph’s husband, Olivia and Charlotte’s dad. Contact: [email protected].

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 7d

At MagicCon Atlanta, I spoke to a lot of Magic: The Gathering designers and creatives. In doing so, I picked up on one prevailing thought: Magic is for anyone, not for everyone. Making everyone happy is impossible, and that's okay.

My piece for @GameSpot.com:

www.gamespot.com/articles/the...

The Minds Behind Magic: The Gathering Say They're Making It For Anyone, Not Everyone

The main message from MTG's creators at MagicCon Atlanta is that they won't please everyone, and that's okay.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3h

@camfinalmix.bsky.social

Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3h

Looks like I'm going back to Japan.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=XToW...

(The jingle at the end of each segment, oh my GOD)

Street Fighter Burgers McDonalds Japan - I Need This In The United States NOW!

YouTube video by nextleveltaken

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3h

Just got this email and immediately thought of your post:

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3h

I missed the first “with” in this post the first time I read it, and my eyebrows raised so fast, my hat flew off.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 7h

Very sad to hear about the news of Tomonobu Itagaki's passing.

He played a part in my first-ever E3 in 2010, as we ended up at the same rooftop THQ party. Greeted me, a 23-year-old newbie, as if we'd known each other forever.

Rest in peace, Itagaki-san. Thanks for the thumbs up.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 15h

Joe. Fucking. Carter.

I was six years old when he swung that bat, and I still cringe when I hear the name.

Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 18h

Soon! Very soon!

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Kait Tremblay (they/them) @kaittremblay.bsky.social · 23h

We're releasing Ambrosia Sky: Act One next month!!!!

NEXT??

MONTH?????

Ambrosia Sky 🪐 - Wishlist on Steam! @softrains.bsky.social · 1d

✨Ambrosia Sky: Act One arrives on November 10th, 2025! ✨

Watch the latest gameplay trailer from #IGNFanFest and learn about your upcoming role as a Scarab: a space-faring scientist discovering an alien ecosystem and laying the dead to rest. 👩‍🔬💀

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehLr...

Ambrosia Sky - Official Gameplay Overview Trailer | IGN Fall Fan Fest 2025

YouTube video by IGN

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 22h

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John Cena announces death of Osama Bin Laden

YouTube video by isvitt

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 23h

C. Viper is a John Cena fan. Who knew?

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Jeff Grubb @grubb.wtf · 1d

Mt. Rushmore of Pokemon games youtu.be/jcvtn5cOKzY

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 1d

He just gave ‘em one of these

a cartoon of homer simpson in a classroom

ALT: a cartoon of homer simpson in a classroom

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 2d

Hey, so Outer Worlds 2. Seems like a cool game.

I’ll know for sure soon, because I’m reviewing it for @rollingstone.com.

Keep an eye out!

the sun is shining brightly behind a sphere in space

ALT: the sun is shining brightly behind a sphere in space

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 2d

If I say the phrase:

“Song from a video game”

Then immediately follow with:

“Killer bass line”

What’s the first song that comes to mind?

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3d

Jerry Yang and David Filo, 1994:

Rooflemonger @rooflemongerreal.bsky.social · 3d

Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 3d

This is a wonderful thing, well done mate.

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Chris Cruz @yochriscruz.bsky.social · 4d

For @rollingstone.com I ranked the 20 Best Games for the #Nintendo Entertainment System. #Zelda #MarioBros and #metroid all appear, but the real joy was including Super Dodge Ball — a highly underrated game.

@nintendousa.bsky.social

www.rollingstone.com/culture/rs-g...

The 20 Best NES Games of All Time

The Nintendo Entertainment System introduced the world to Mario Bros., Metroid, Zelda, and more

www.rollingstone.com

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

This is a Very Good List. Mega Man 2 right where it belongs, Tecmo Super Bowl over Tecmo Bowl, Life Force is a good shout, well done.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Look universe, I was already leaning toward watching Avatar: The Last Airbender for the first time as we approach the upcoming Magic: The Gathering set in November.

You didn’t need to thumb the scale with a gorgeous looking 2D 1v1 fighting game!

youtu.be/nboz6eLKoaQ?...

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game - Official Announcement Trailer

YouTube video by IGN

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Embargo time zone error

🏰meg⚔️ @Birthright Audiobook! @impavid.us · 6d

In honor of spooky month, share a 4 word horror story that only someone in your profession would understand

I'll go first: Six page commercial lease.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Wasn’t sure what to expect when Miary Zo was teased, but “reincarnation of Ogre” certainly didn’t cross my mind.

Like what I’m seeing!

youtu.be/K7y2eDbqONc?...

TEKKEN 8 — Miary Zo Gameplay Reveal Trailer

YouTube video by BANDAI NAMCO Europe

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Absolutely night and day! It does need to be talked about.

Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Happy birthday buddy!

I saw this message earlier, went and donated, and then completely forgot to come back and wish you this happy birthday. I am a dummy haha.

Hope you’re having a birthday Buzzball!

Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

My favorite art from what’s been revealed so far.

Devin Elle Kurtz @devinellekurtz.bsky.social · 4d

My Ninja Turtles card from Magic the Gathering was revealed!

Art from the Magic Card “Turtles Forever”
The four teenage mutant ninja turtles appear in a multiverse crossover. Donatello appears to be from the old live action movie, Raphael from the Fred Wolf TV cartoon, Leonardo from the Magic the Gathering TMNT universe, and Michelangelo from the Mirage comics. They are fist bumping and noogie-ing each other in front of a bright cityscape background. Ninjas lay scattered and defeated behind them.

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Jason Fanelli @jasonfanelli.com · 4d

Seems the Philly sports rot spread over to Happy Valley. Woof.

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