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Defunct Games was created in 2001 and later spawned a wildly successful YouTube channel and media empire. Electronic Gaming Monthly contributor. Winner of the Nobel Prize for Good Game Reviews.

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Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 10h

Is Friday the 13th (NES) one of the worst games of all time ... or a misunderstood gem? The critics were divided in 1989. (Plus, classic reviews of A Nightmare on Elm Street & Warlock!)
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1990s Critics Review Friday the 13th, A Nightmare on Elm Street & Warlock (‘80s Horror Review Crew)

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Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 10h

When you mentioned the book a few days ago, I was going to ask if the movie was an adaptation. I recall being really disappointed by the film.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

I'm notoriously bad at playing demos, since I'm always juggling a bunch of games for review. However, now that it's on my radar, I will definitely check it out when it gets a full release.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

"Do it for Charlie" will almost certainly be a rallying cry not only through the mid-terms, but also in 2028.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

The health checker will tell you the two or three things that are wrong. For me, it was a simple change I needed to make on the motherboard (which I could change at start-up). The other was just a simple command prompt code I needed to plug in. Lots of tutorials for ever issue on YouTube.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

Have you tried the workarounds for compatibility? I had two issues preventing me from upgrading to Windows 11, and both were surprisingly easy to resolve. Maybe yours are too?

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

I was legit shocked when somebody pointed me to this upcoming game, which appears to be as close to a Sorcerer game as you can get without paying for the rights. This looks pretty cool. store.steampowered.com/app/3759140/...

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

It feels like this generation never even started. A majority of the games coming out are also available on PlayStation 4.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

No Criterion sale today, which means that their one-day 50% off flash sale will happen next Tuesday (October 21st). But don't worry if you miss it, because B&N and Amazon will be having their 50% off Criterion sale all throughout November.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

That would have been another good one.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

Believe it or not, no. I finally caught up watching the Criterion 4K version of Sorcerer and kept thinking about how easy it would be to turn it into a game. Apparently somebody else was on the exact same wavelength. That's some great timing. This game looks cool.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 1d

Sometimes I wish that The Warriors game would have been more successful, prompting Rockstar to make more games based on cult classic from the 1970s and 80s. It would have been cool to see them tackle something like Sorcerer or Repo Man.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 2d

LET'S GO!!!

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 2d

Three walks in a row in a playoff game? That's certainly a strategy.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 2d

We earned that first win. The Blue Jays have just fallen apart in this game. And the next three games (if needed) are in Seattle. Gotta love that!

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 4d

Between New Line moving the movie to summer 2026 and already eyeing a third film, they must think that they have something big with Mortal Kombat II. Perhaps those test screenings were more positive than New Line expected.

Wario64 @wario64.bsky.social · 4d

New Line Eyeing ‘Mortal Kombat III’ With Jeremy Slater Returning As Screenwriter deadline.com/2025/10/mort...

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 4d

Of course the final game of the Seattle vs. Detroit series went 15 innings. Nothing is ever that simple when it comes to Seattle. I feel bad for the people in Detroit who stayed up until 1am waiting to see how the game would turn out.

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Daniel Fienberg @thefienprint.bsky.social · 4d

This is the way the game ends
This is the way the game ends
This is the way the game ends
Not with a bunt but a single.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 7d

This just feels inevitable. I get they don't want to say or do anything until after 2026, since they are hoping GTA6 and Forza Horizon 6 will move a few more consoles, but the writing is on the wall.

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multitapmugen.bsky.social @multitapmugen.bsky.social · 8d

We're LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/retrobit_gaming with the River City Ball & Brawl Bundle!

Promo image for the Multitap Mugen River City Ball & Brawl Bundle stream at twitch.tv/retrobit_gaming

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 8d

Die Hard Game Fan had the best layout and was always easy to read.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 9d

You aren't missing much. That 90s Show is not great. There are far better shows/comedies worth your time.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 9d

Oh yeah, they made an example out of Danny. Not that he didn't deserve it, but I too was surprised by the sentence. My guess is that he's not on Trump's radar. Aside from a 30-year-old sitcom, he isn't really known for much. His career peaked in the 90s.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 9d

After so many black and grey boxes, I like that Retro-Bit has started to add color with their latest releases.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 10d

I of course meant Night Tapes. Auto correct screwed me again. It was an absolutely spectacular show. They are making their way across the U.S. now, so check them out if they come to a theater near you.

Defunct Games @defunctgames.com · 11d

Nighy Tapes absolutely delivered. They played for a good 95 minutes, too. Nice mix of new album tracks and older EP songs. Great show!