Richie Vernon
@ctrlaltrichie.games
Thumb Culture writer, streamer, and explorer of creative, original video games: old, new, and just plain odd. Former Infadels synth dude with tunes in Gran Turismo, F1, and FIFA.
www.youtube.com/@ctrlaltrichie
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www.youtube.com/@ctrlaltrichie
https://linktr.ee/ctrlaltrichie
What a month for gaming insanity…and it’s not over yet!
September 22, 2025 at 6:46 AM
What a month for gaming insanity…and it’s not over yet!
Not sure what the updated BlueSky TOS would make of “Oh No!”on the PS1.
September 21, 2025 at 6:20 AM
Not sure what the updated BlueSky TOS would make of “Oh No!”on the PS1.
TxK on an LG OLED is where we should all spend our days.
September 9, 2025 at 9:11 AM
TxK on an LG OLED is where we should all spend our days.
LIVE NOW: The Final Hours of Shenmue! Sega’s most ambitious ‘what were they thinking?’ ride comes to a close. If you've ever wondered what lies within the dying moments of this grand folly, then come on board and watch me melt, possibly even cry.
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
September 5, 2025 at 7:02 PM
LIVE NOW: The Final Hours of Shenmue! Sega’s most ambitious ‘what were they thinking?’ ride comes to a close. If you've ever wondered what lies within the dying moments of this grand folly, then come on board and watch me melt, possibly even cry.
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
After finishing this last year, I can’t believe I’m playing a full-on remake a few months later…It’s glorious. If you were ever put off Trails In The Sky ‘cause it was a bit old… now is the time.
August 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
After finishing this last year, I can’t believe I’m playing a full-on remake a few months later…It’s glorious. If you were ever put off Trails In The Sky ‘cause it was a bit old… now is the time.
And Margret Thatcher. Really, something for all tastes here.
August 22, 2025 at 6:05 AM
And Margret Thatcher. Really, something for all tastes here.
I’m now chatting to a pregnant version of Sonic The Hedgehog, so it has my niche covered at least
August 22, 2025 at 6:00 AM
I’m now chatting to a pregnant version of Sonic The Hedgehog, so it has my niche covered at least
What the hell is this nightmarish Instagram AI chat? Selena Gomez can be my imaginary friend now? WTF?
August 22, 2025 at 5:56 AM
What the hell is this nightmarish Instagram AI chat? Selena Gomez can be my imaginary friend now? WTF?
When we’re sat here watching Bubsy 4D win Game of the Year at the 2026 Game Awards…remember this post.
August 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM
When we’re sat here watching Bubsy 4D win Game of the Year at the 2026 Game Awards…remember this post.
Shenmue dialogue is suspiciously self aware
August 16, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Shenmue dialogue is suspiciously self aware
Live now with day 999 in Shenmue! Fork lifts til I fart. God help me. twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
August 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Live now with day 999 in Shenmue! Fork lifts til I fart. God help me. twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
To whoever found my Retro Remkes vid on YouTube with the search term "butt plug", I apologise if the content let you down.
August 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
To whoever found my Retro Remkes vid on YouTube with the search term "butt plug", I apologise if the content let you down.
Join me for more Shenmue lo-jinks and ... will Earthion run on a real MegaDrive? (as in, my slightly flaky one.) Live now! 🔴 www.twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
August 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Join me for more Shenmue lo-jinks and ... will Earthion run on a real MegaDrive? (as in, my slightly flaky one.) Live now! 🔴 www.twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
Going live on Twitch with this one. 🐶
Expect some Shenmue shambles and possible live sleeping dog
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
Expect some Shenmue shambles and possible live sleeping dog
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
August 1, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Going live on Twitch with this one. 🐶
Expect some Shenmue shambles and possible live sleeping dog
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
Expect some Shenmue shambles and possible live sleeping dog
twitch.tv/ctrlaltrichie
New vid coming out tomorrow! In this episode, I get romantically involved with my Atari Jaguar.
Je ne regrette rien.
Je ne regrette rien.
July 31, 2025 at 4:54 PM
New vid coming out tomorrow! In this episode, I get romantically involved with my Atari Jaguar.
Je ne regrette rien.
Je ne regrette rien.
I’ve often wondered, did Wolverine on the SNES invent grime?
July 29, 2025 at 9:46 AM
I’ve often wondered, did Wolverine on the SNES invent grime?
Show me your god tier RPGs! I know I’ve missed a few in my long long years.
July 28, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Show me your god tier RPGs! I know I’ve missed a few in my long long years.
“Fight For Life” on the Jaguar is a certifiable turd. So why does the intro rock so hard?
July 28, 2025 at 9:46 AM
“Fight For Life” on the Jaguar is a certifiable turd. So why does the intro rock so hard?
July 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In ‘Guardians In The Hood’ you could use the homeless guy as a weapon. The 90s were wild.
July 27, 2025 at 1:28 PM
In ‘Guardians In The Hood’ you could use the homeless guy as a weapon. The 90s were wild.
I’ve been rejigging my stream corner. I think I may have gone too far this time…
July 26, 2025 at 1:28 PM
I’ve been rejigging my stream corner. I think I may have gone too far this time…
A drunken eBay purchase. A Japanese Pop n Music controller. I wonder if I can play Soul Calibur with it…
July 26, 2025 at 9:46 AM
A drunken eBay purchase. A Japanese Pop n Music controller. I wonder if I can play Soul Calibur with it…
Ranking retro game consoles by their LED lights 🔴🟢🔵 (Yes, seriously)
July 25, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Ranking retro game consoles by their LED lights 🔴🟢🔵 (Yes, seriously)