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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 11h

I was Level 38. Expected the rebalance to push me up to, like, 40 at the highest. But nope.

Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 11h

What do you mean after all this time the way I hit Level 50 in Pokemon Go was “I just opened the app after the update.”

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 18h

More of my thoughts on this one: comicbook.com/gaming/news/...

Highly Anticipated Hogwarts Legacy Competitor Officially Delayed to 2026

Sorry, magical life sim fans. Our wait for a multiplayer magic school game like Hogwarts Legacy just got a bit longer.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 18h

It's official, folks. Witchbrook has been delayed to 2026. I called it a while ago, but it's still sad news. That said, glad the devs are taking the time they need to make the best magic school game they can!

www.witchbrook.com/development-...

Witchbrook

Experience the thrills and pitfalls of school-life in Witchbrook!

www.witchbrook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 20h

Good morning, Bluesky!

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

It's TIIIIIIME. I can finally share my review of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, which I had the absolute joy of playing early for review.

Guys, it's GOOD. I was pleasantly surprised by this game, and yes I did spend hours buying clothes and taking too many photos.

comicbook.com/gaming/revie...

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Is Nothing Like What I Expected, and It Makes Me Excited for Gen 10 (Review)

Pokemon Legends: Z-A might be the second Legends game, but that doesn't mean you know what to expect. This game surprise me in the best way.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

I was going to be offended by BG3 as the cover image but I technically also abandoned that one because I’ve never rolled credits, so… lol

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

It's TIIIIIIME. I can finally share my review of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, which I had the absolute joy of playing early for review.

Guys, it's GOOD. I was pleasantly surprised by this game, and yes I did spend hours buying clothes and taking too many photos.

comicbook.com/gaming/revie...

Pokemon Legends: Z-A Is Nothing Like What I Expected, and It Makes Me Excited for Gen 10 (Review)

Pokemon Legends: Z-A might be the second Legends game, but that doesn't mean you know what to expect. This game surprise me in the best way.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

Got to play the Steam Next Fest demo for the upcoming Demeo X D&D: Battlemarked game. For a VTT-style virtual board game, it's pretty fun! But you can forget the D&D action economy.

comicbook.com/gaming/featu...

The Latest Dungeons and Dragons Game Breaks Every D&D Rule and Doesn't Require a DM

This year's only new Dungeons & Dragons video game is almost here, and we got to take an early look at the demo.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning, Bluesky! Got some exciting stuff I get to share today, very soon!

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 1d

I don’t typically nickname my Pokemon or anything because I’m boring. But for some reason I do always name my first chicken in farming sims Nugget lol

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 3d

A little too thick but they’re serviceable I think!

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 3d

Sometimes, she bakes.

My husband is having a farm open house for his CSA members today and my job is to make cookies using the jam we made with his raspberries.

Cookie ingredients lined up on a counter next to a mixer and a recipe for jam cookies

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 5d

Forgot to share this yesterday, but with the influx of negative reviews at launch, I shared a quick first impressions look at Blue Protocol: Star Resonance!

There are some snags that need to be ironed out, but for a free anime game, it's pretty fun imo!

comicbook.com/gaming/featu...

Highly Anticipated New MMORPG Is Climbing Steam Charts, But Is It Worth Playing?

Like many free games with gacha mechanics, this new anime-inspired MMORPG has attracted early negative reviews. But are they warranted?

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 5d

Good morning, Bluesky! Got a busy weekend ahead prepping for some game reviews but I can’t be mad at it!

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 6d

Good morning, Bluesky! It's a foggy morning, but we can do this!

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 7d

Fields of Mistria confirmed for a 2026 release window for the full launch! I am HYPED.

Stardew Valley's Biggest Competitor Is Finally Releasing in 2026

The pastel pixel art farming sim has claimed the hearts of Stardew Valley fans in Early Access. Now, we've got a timeline for 1.0.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 7d

Good morning, Bluesky! Rainy day = perfect for listening to a Halloween lofi playlist while I work.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

This list was a LOT to research, but I think I managed to make it pretty comprehensive. Also, LEGO Batman chilling in the corner for the featured image may be some of my best work.

Anyway, a (hopefully) complete list of franchises with new games expected in 2026 so far!

Every Video Game Franchise Returning With a New Game in 2026

2026 is already looking like a big year for some of our favorite gaming franchises. Here are the IPs getting new games so far.

comicbook.com

Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

Misread an email headline that said "Prepare to be wowed" as "Prepare to be worried," so that says a lot about me as a person, I think.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

Toula is my FAVE! Best cat.

Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

Big franchises keep announcing cozy game spin-offs, and they keep letting us down. There's a ton more on the way, but I think the bubble's about to burst if they don't get this next wave right.

comicbook.com/gaming/featu...

I’m Calling It Now, 2026 Will be the Peak of Cozy Game Spinoffs (And I Don’t Mean Just Pokemon’s)

Some surprising brands have thrown their hats in the cozy gaming ring, but can this trend possibly last? I doubt it, and here's why.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

Over the weekend, this roundup of every Marvel and DC game that's coming out next year went up. It's a surprisingly short list, but I'm PRETTY sure I didn't miss any that are confirmed.

comicbook.com/gaming/news/...

Every Marvel & DC Game Releasing in 2026

2026 already has a decent roster of new games from Marvel and DC for fans to look forward to. Here's what we know.

comicbook.com

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 8d

Good morning, Bluesky! Back at the work desk and ready to write about games! Had a pretty restful weekend and feel moderately human again.

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Amanda Kay @iwritethings.bsky.social · 10d

Today, we made tortillas with the green corn my husband grew. Came out pretty okay for the first time, I think!

Two chicken tacos with homemade green corn tortillas

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