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Kyle D. Platz

@vascodagamer.bsky.social

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Streamer, gamer, cartoon pirate. Catch me live at www.Twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer or catch up later at https://www.youtube.com/@VascoDaGamer

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 16h

Knowing how well the 1st Kathy Rain game came together, I'm excited to see how its recent sequel "Soothsayer" and its hunt for an occult serial killer go. However I will warn that this game starts slowly with somewhat realistic research into basic leads we need to proceed: youtu.be/bwc5KgUR5_w?...

Kathy Rain vs the Card Catalog (Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 16h

The final act of Kathy Rain: Director's Cut makes me feel a bit silly for ever questioning if the game would be spooky enough for October. To rescue Eileen, Kathy will need to escape jail, challenge a cult leader with ominous abilities and then complete an otherworldly rite: youtu.be/4bRqEQ5i6Wg?...

Escalator to Hell (Kathy Rain : Director's Cut)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 3d

As one storm closes another one opens. We finished playing through Kathy Rain: Director's Cut on last night's stream and I'm more dedicated than ever to playing through Kathy Rain 2: Soothsayer. If you check your crystal ball you'll find that happens well NOW: www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 4d

The Halloween streams continue with more Kathy Rain. Despite some arguments to the contrary in chat, I think there may be something ominous at the end of this game... Either way the game has been a ton of fun so far and we finish early we're booting up the sequel! www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 7d

As an avid fan of point and click adventure games and narrative games in general, how have I not heard of Kathy Rain before? Its puzzles may not all be my cup of tea, but the characters, story and art are all exceptional! I strongly urge you to check this one out! youtu.be/fzsZFc3gM3Q?...

Gothic Geometry (Kathy Rain - Director's Cut)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 10d

On the second stream of October this year we'll continue/finish playing Kathy Rain. At first I wasn't sure it was spooky, but all the characters keep phrasing things in a seriously unsettling way that strongly hints that this will fulfill its spooky quota before we're done www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 11d

October begins with a point and click adventure I've never played, but there's been some community support for. Kathy rain appears to be a detective/mystery story with possibly spooky undertones. We can escalate the horror if it's off theme but the game looks very good! www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 14d

A friend introduced me to Slay the Princess years ago when it first came out. More recently some viewers suggested it as a potential Halloween game. Not knowing how long the branching story game might last, I decided to give it a try this past weekend. youtu.be/flXGEdgcBV4?...

Infinite Cabins in the Woods (Slay the Princess)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 14d

Aside from providing a few laughs along the way, the final exploration of alternate endings to No Sleep for Kaname Date gave us a sort of "true" ending that really understands the best of the series' humor and characters. A worthy treat for fans of the series! youtu.be/rIARthE-OvA?...

The Last Option Hero (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 21d

By dedicating both stream times to it last weekend, I reached the conclusion to No Sleep For Kaname Date's main story. Questions will be answered, minds will be lost... and worry not, this Friday I seek to collect all endings. So get up caught now with the playlist: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8FC...

Three's Coma-Pany (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 28d

Not feeling up to Blue Prince's peak level of shenanigans this week, the community voted in favor of as many train themed games as possible. Admittedly the quantity didn't end of being excessive, but the quality of Train Valley Origins and Islands and Trains makes up for it IMO: youtu.be/zPUHYH9_PQE

2 Tickets to Toilet Town (Assorted Train Games)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · 28d

Last weekend Date and his alliance of Tesa fans once again had to join forces to seek a way out of a dangerous situation. This time combining trains, explosives and a club aesthetic. We also reunite with a certain CSI whose name I just can't seem to remember... www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Am6...

Last Night a DJ Saved My Life (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Sep 14

Putting a pause on Blue Prince tonight because my stress levels are so high I just can't concentrate on the puzzle game I usually like AT ALL :( Instead I'm going to play with virtual trains like the fully grown man that I am. All aboard for Choo choos! www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Sep 11

After dedicating multiple days and a medieval axe to its pursuit, I finally manage to make may way to Mt. Holly Elementary school's Final Exam, and it's so much worse than I could have imagined. My week has me feeling just as upset as the test, which is no small feat: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qt0F...

Dread of the Class (Blue Prince)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you're familiar with the Somnium Files games, then you've probably been anxiously awaiting the return of Moma - beloved idol-obsessed mafioso with a heart of...Silver maybe? Anyway his tooth is gold AND Ota gets put in mortal danger during this escape room! www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfZU...

MOMA's Home! (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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Amy the Amazonian @amytheamazonian.bsky.social · Sep 5

Really happy with my new hand towels.

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Sep 3

While I maintain my complaint that Blue Prince's current form provides little in the way of a guaranteed path forward, a few established unknown quantities are explored to their fullest, giving even more cryptic leads that are either essential for the Sanctum or nonsense! youtu.be/m37Wv1HYbwI?...

Waiting for G'Door (Blue Prince)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Sep 3

It's VOD Tuesday! Catch up on the latest Somnium Files installment that digs into the past in search of future clues on the "Third Eye Game". Surprising no one, this episode raises some ethical questions about Date's department: ABIS. www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGGS...

Injustice is Served (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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foid enabler | memes 📄 @femoidenabler.bsky.social · Aug 30

"What's this?"

"Your game sir."

"No that can't be right I haven't downloaded it yet."

"You just put the disc in and your machine will run it whenever you like."

#memes #meme #golden #age #gaming #is #dead

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Aug 21

I know most people didn't stay up for the whole Blue Prince marathon stream last weekend, so there are over 6 hours from just last week alone to view while I'm off this weekend. If you've been following at all, you will absolutely believe how mad I get about these safes! youtu.be/Y3v7MdyQ304?...

Playing to the Gallery (Blue Prince)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Aug 21

Reminder to stream friends I will not be streaming this weekend, but that's the perfect time to polish up on your Somnium Files lore! The most recent installment of spinoff No Sleep For Kaname Date clearly demonstrates that the game will touch on familiar faces and locations youtu.be/oRvN7ueXkPs?...

A Dead End and Back Again (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Aug 17

It's been a tough Saturday, but we've made it to stream time. We finally have a chance to return to Mt. Holly in Blue Prince, and put some new knowledge to the test by cracking safes and acing tests. Of course that's all true only if luck permits *gulp*: www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

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Cheryl Platz @funnygodmother.bsky.social · Aug 16

My new #gamedev podcast Enduring Play launches this Tuesday August 19 on all major platforms and I’m honored to have @celiahodent.com joining me as my first guest - our conversation was expansive, from the ethics of game economies to the psychology of gaming. More info: enduringplay.com

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Aug 16

Last Friday's foray into No Sleep For Kaname Date ran a little long when I had the bright idea to start an escape room segment at the end of the stream. Currently I don't have a clue what comes next so we'll question the captives then hopefully talk to a mermaid: www.twitch.tv/VascoDaGamer

Twitch is the world

Kyle D. Platz @vascodagamer.bsky.social · Aug 12

Unfortunately I wasn't able to commit time for 2 streams this past weekend as usual. But we did have an extra long session with No Sleep for Kaname Date, the new Somnium Files spinoff. If you wanted a medley of Japanese TV show genres and a cursed bathing box you're in luck! youtu.be/VLfBWwJy4AY?...

Throwing Bunny Out With Bathwater (No Sleep For Kaname Date)

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