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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12h

Thunder Hoop Collection brings together arcade games Thunder Hoop & TH Strikes Back in a feature-packed collection! It's set to release on all major platforms in one week, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #ThunderHoopCollection

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Game Review: Thunder Hoop Collection

Thunder Hoop Collection Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12h

This is the #DrinkTalkRoll off week, but you can catch up on our unique brand of Dungeons & Dragons nonsense by checking out the most recent episode over on our YouTube channel! www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AgR...

Curse of the Blacktooth | Drink Talk Roll 89 (Arretin Campaign #43)

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 19h

Streaming platform Darkroom recently added Angel Densetsu to its lineup, a two-episode OVA produced by Toei Animation, and based on the manga by Norihiro Yagi. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi... #AngelDensetsu

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Darkroom Streaming Platform Premieres Anime OVA Angel Densetsu

Angel Densetsu OVA Darkroom Streaming Release

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 19h

Soilpunk fairytale The Regreening recently got a demo on Steam that lets players get an early look at the game's unique gameplay that includes spirits inspired by Baltic folklore. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/soilp... #TheRegreening

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Soilpunk Fairytale Simulation Game The Regreening Receives Steam Demo

The Regreening Demo Release

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

If you've ever wondered what it'd be like if you threw Final Fantasy and Wizardry into a blender, then Dungeon Antiqua is the game for you! It's out now on all major platforms, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/provi... #DungeonAntiqua

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Proving Grounds of The Fighting Fantasy: A Dungeon Antiqua Review

Dungeon Antiqua Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Retro Arcade Shop Simulator is a shopkeeping sim that sees you run your very own arcade/retro shop. It's out now on Steam Early Access, and we recently took a look at how the game stands now! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/early... #RetroArcadeShopSimulator

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Early Access Examination: Retro Arcade Shop Simulator

Retro Arcade Shop Simulator Early Access Review

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

AnimEigo recently released the twentieth episode of their documentary series The Anime Business, and this one features an in-depth interview with Steven Alpert, former Director of Studio Ghibli's Overseas Business Division. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi... #TheAnimeBusiness

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AnimEigo Releases Twentieth Episode of Documentary Series The Anime Business

The Anime Business Episode 20 (Steve Alpert) Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

ONE OR EIGHT’s SOUMA and STARGLOW’s TAIKI previously trained together before joining their respective groups, and they recently reunited to release a new song titled "ONE WHO GLOWS". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/one-or... #STARGLOW #ONEOREIGHT

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ONE OR EIGHT’s SOUMA and STARGLOW’s TAIKI Reunite for New Song: “ONE WHO GLOWS”

SOUMA (ONE OR EIGHT) × TAIKI (STARGLOW) - ONE WHO GLOWS

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Blades & Battles is a retro-style beat 'em up that plays like Golden Axe if it were a long lost PSOne era game. It's out now on all major platforms, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #BladesAndBattles

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Game Review: Blades & Battles

Blades & Battles Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Maaya Sakamoto is currently celebrating her 30th Anniversary since her debut, and it was recently announced that her special 30th Anniversary concert will be making its way to DVD and Blu-ray later this year. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/maaya-... #MaayaSakamoto

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Maaya Sakamoto 30th Anniversary Live Concert Coming to Blu-ray & DVD

Maaya Sakamoto - "Maaya Sakamoto 30th Anniversary Live “M30~Your Best~” at Ariake Arena" Blu-ray & DVD Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Saraab: Beyond The Veil is a psychological horror-themed visual novel that's inspired by Arabian folklore, and it's set to come out on Steam in early November, with a demo to be made available next month. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/arabi... #SaraabBeyondTheVeil

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Arabian Psychological Horror Visual Novel Saraab: Beyond The Veil Announces November 3rd Launch on Steam

Saraab: Beyond The Veil Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We recently got the chance to talk to Ginger Root regarding their music, their latest album "SHINBANGUMI", their song "Soarin'" (ED Theme of the anime Sparks of Tomorrow), and lots more! You can check out the interview now via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/someth... #GingerRoot

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Something Nostalgic, Yet New: An Interview with Musician & Artist Ginger Root

Interview with Musician & Artist Ginger Root

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

The Dragon Quest series is currently in the middle of its 40th Anniversary celebration, and among the many re-releases they've put out is Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of An Elusive Age – Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/drago... #DQXI

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Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition Ventures Forth on Nintendo Switch 2

Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Release

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Japanese rock band I Don’t Like Mondays. recently released their first full album in three years, cheekily titled "FRIDAY", and it reimagines their signature sound as "Tokyo City Pop". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/visual-kei-j... #IDLM

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I Don’t Like Mondays. Reimagines "Tokyo City Pop" In New Full-Length Album: "FRIDAY"

I Don’t Like Mondays. - "FRIDAY" Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered is set to launch on consoles and PC in just a week, and KOEI TECMO recently released a new demo that lets players check out the game early. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/the-b... #DynastyWarriors3Remastered

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The Battlefield Awaits! Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered Receives New Demo

Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered Demo Release

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

FANTASITCS from EXILE TRIBE is set to take their fans on a musical journey through three eras of Japanese popular music with their latest album, "BACK TO THE MEMORIES The Best". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/fantas... #FANTASTICS

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FANTASTICS Brings Three Eras of Japanese Hits Together with “BACK TO THE MEMORIES The Best”

FANTASTICS - “BACK TO THE MEMORIES The Best” Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Eldrem Kingdoms is a companion-focused RPG that was recently funded via a very successful Kickstarter campaign. It also features industry veterans, and is set to hit Steam Early Access in 2027. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/tame-... #EldremKingdoms

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Tame, Breed, Conquer In Newly Unveiled Creature Collecting RPG: Eldrem Kingdoms

Eldrem Kingdoms Game Reveal

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Monster Shop Simulator is a shopkeeper sim that also includes monster collecting and fighting gameplay elements. It's out now on Steam, and you can check out our review of the game via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #MonsterShopSimulator

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Game Review: Monster Shop Simulator

Monster Shop Simulator Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Paledusk recently released their latest single, titled "GOLDEN GOAL", ahead of their upcoming world tour, and it's a song that was inspired by the intensity the group witnessed first-hand during a UK football match. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/visual-kei-j... #Paledusk

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Paledusk Release New Single Inspired By A Football Match: "GOLDEN GOAL"

Paledusk - "GOLDEN GOAL" Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Fall is in the air, and we have a small selection of anime that we're looking forward to most in the Fall 2026 anime season. Check out our picks, and be sure to let us know what your's are! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi... #FallAnime2026

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A-to-J Connections' Fall 2026 Anime Check In

A-to-J Connections' Fall 2026 Anime Check In

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Dancing with Ghosts is the life-sim about finding joy from grief, and its created by legendary game developer Greg Johnson, whose work includes lead design on the ToeJam and Earl franchise, the Starflight series, & Doki-Doki Universe. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/toeja... #DancingWithGhosts

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ToeJam & Earl Creator’s Uplifting Life Sim Coming to Early Access October 8th: Dancing with Ghosts

Dancing with Ghosts Early Access Release Announcement

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Harajuku Day LA recently held their September event in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, and it was themed as "VKei Day Vol. 3"! It proved to be very popular theme, and you can check out our gallery from the event via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/a-to-j-fashi... #HarajukuDayLA

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Harajuku Day LA #106: VKei Day Vol. 3

Harajuku Day LA #106: VKei Day Vol. 3

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Following a year of intense development, Of Peaks and Tides returns with an expanded vision of survival crafting in a world inspired by the mythology and creatures of ancient China. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/survi... #OfPeaksAndTides

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Survival Crafting Redefined in Upcoming Open-World Sandbox Game Of Peaks and Tides

Of Peaks and Tides Development Update

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

STARGLOW reflects on their past year with their latest song "WISHES", which is an answer song to the song that started it all last year on THE LAST PIECE: "PIECES". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/stargl... #STARGLOW

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STARGLOW Releases Answer Song to Last Year's "PIECES": "WISHES"

STARGLOW - "WISHES" Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Cozy tailoring simulation game Dressmaker allows players to create garments that satisfy or sabotage the local townsfolk, and it's now available on Steam! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/cozy-... #Dressmaker

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Cozy Tailoring Simulation Game Dressmaker Available Now on Steam

Dressmaker Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Dragon Quest is in the middle of its 40th Anniversary year, and Square Enix recently announced that the legendary JRPG series has crossed the monumental milestone of 100 million games sold! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/drago... #DragonQuest

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Dragon Quest Franchise Surpasses Reaches Monumental Sales Milestone During 40th Anniversary Year

Dragon Quest Franchise Surpasses 100 Million Sales

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Dupery: A Game Of Solo Deduction recently launched an interactive alternate reality game (ARG) ahead of the game's release. The game's community has already found several clues since the ARG's release earlier this month. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/duper... #DuperyARG

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Dupery: A Game Of Solo Deduction Launches Interactive ARG Ahead of Launch

Dupery: A Game Of Solo Deduction ARG Launch

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

70s-Style Robot Anime Geppy-X is part horizontal shooter, and part full-on retro anime series! This very unique re-release is out now on most current platforms, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #GeppyX

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Game Review: 70s-Style Robot Anime Geppy-X

70s-Style Robot Anime Geppy-X Gane Review

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Thailand-based indie developer SQUADX recently unveiled Muay Thai Xtreme (MTX), the first fighting game based entirely around Muay Thai! It's set for an early 2027, and it'll be showcased at gamescon asia next month. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/squad... #MTX

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SQUADX Unveils First Ever Muay Thai Fighting Game: Muay Thai Xtreme (MTX)

Muay Thai Xtreme (MTX) Game Announcement

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

SOTA HANAMURA recently released his newest song, titled “キミヲサガシテタ Searching for You”, and it's a full-on love letter to ramen released in conjunction with Osaka-based ramen chain Dotonbori Kamukura. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/sota-h... #SOTAHANAMURA

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SOTA HANAMURA's New Song Is A Full-Blown Love Letter to Ramen

SOTA HANAMURA - “キミヲサガシテタ Searching for You” Relase Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

3D action roguelike Ved: Recure recently announced that it will officially be launching on Steam on September 22, 2026, with a full reelase that promises four playable chapters, seven playable characters, and lots more. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/fight... #VedRecure

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Fight Your Way Back to Reality In 3D Action Roguelite Ved: Recure

Ved: Recure Release Date Announcement

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Eight-member boy band ONE OR EIGHT recently released their debut EP “EN-GÏNE”, ahead of their Asia Tour that's set to start next month, as well as an MV for its lead track, "TRANSLATE". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/eight-... #ONEOREIGHT

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Eight-Member Boy Band ONE OR EIGHT Drops Debut EP “EN-GÏNE” Ahead of Asia Tour

ONE OR EIGHT - “EN-GÏNE” Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Psycho-Sleuth is a psychological mystery visual novel that is set to launch this November, and it even has a demo that shows off its high production values and strange plot. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/cereb... #PsychoSleuth

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Cerebral Mystery Visual Novel Psycho-Sleuth Locks In November 5th Release Date

Psycho-Sleuth Release Date Announcement

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Village-building Action RPG Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King's Castle LOL recently announced that it would be entering Steam Early Access on November 12th. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/warot... #Warota

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Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King's Castle LOL Set to Debut on Steam Early Access November 12th

Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King's Castle LOL Steam Early Access Release Announcement

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Dark fantasy visual novel Starcult: Night Twisted Age recently got an extended Steam demo that shows off the game's unique Emotion Palette system. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/fanta... #Starcult

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Fantasy Visual Novel Starcult: Night Twisted Age Receives Extended Steam Demo

Starcult: Night Twisted Age Extended Demo Release

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

International hybrid rock duo ARKTA recently released a new single, titled "Four Ever", and a teaser video ahead of their upcoming debut album, titled "The Untold Story of Someone", which is set to release worldwide on September 30th. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/visual-kei-j... #ARKTA

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ARKTA Release New Single & Teaser Video Ahead of Debut Full-Length Album Release

ARKTA - "Four Ever" & "The Untold Story of Someone" Teasuer Video Release

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Aggelos 2 is part action platformer, part Metroidvania action RPG, and all sorts of retro-inspired fun in between! It's out now on most current platforms, and you can check out our thoughts on the game via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/two-w... #Aggelos2

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Two Worlds + Two Heroes = One Big Adventure: An Aggelos 2 Review

Aggelos 2 Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Titan Manga recently released a trailer ahead of the release of the isekai fantasy manga The Assassin Laughs at Twilight Vol. 1, and you can check it out below. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi... #TheAssasinLaughsAtTwilight

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New Trailer for The Assassin Laughs at Twilight Manga Revealed Ahead of Release

The Assassin Laughs at Twilight Vol. 1 Trailer Release

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Café management roguelike HIPS N NOSES recently revealed a new trailer that oulined a full combat overhaul ahead of a new demo that's set to make its debut at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/cafe-... #HIPSNNOSES

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Café Management Roguelike HIPS N NOSES Reveals Major Combat Overhaul Ahead of Tokyo Game Show 2026

HIPS N NOSES New Trailer & Demo Reveal

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It was recently announced that psychological visual novel The Second Reality Room: Unspoken Truths will be entering Steam Early Access next month, with a full release date still to be announced. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/talk-... #TheSecondRealityRoom

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Talk, Mind Read, & Translate In Psychological Visual Novel The Second Reality Room: Unspoken Truths

The Second Reality Room: Unspoken Truths Early Access Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

K-Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut is a visual novel/simulation game that tasks you with managing your very own idol group! It's out now on most current platforms, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #KPopIdolStories

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Game Review: K-Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut

K-Pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

XG recently shocked fans with the announcement that XGALX, the label and entertainment brand behind XG, was getting a full rebrand. This announcement also came with the reveal of their first digital single in nearly a year: "DEPENDS". Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/xg-rei... #XG #XGALX

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XG Reinvents Itself with First New Digital Single In Nearly A Year: "DEPENDS"

XG - "DEPENDS" Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Petunia's Purgatory is an idle farming game that occupies the bottom part of your computer's monitor, and also tosses in Lovecraftian horror for good measure. It's out now on Steam, and you can check out our review via the link below! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/game-... #PetuniasPurgatory

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Game Review: Petunia's Purgatory

Petunia's Purgatory Game Review

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast From The Past was announced last year, but it recently got a demo that one can play at the Tokyo Game Show. That demo also shows off the upcoming game's characters, gameplay, and unique art style! Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/samur... #SamuraiPizzaCats

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Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast From The Past Demo Unveiled at Tokyo Game Show

Samurai Pizza Cats: Blast From The Past Demo Release

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Paul “Zeronis” Kwon is one of the most celebrated artists in gaming today, and Clover Press recently announced the release of Reminiscent: Art of Zeronis, and have also launched Kickstarter to help fund its release. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi... #ReminiscentArtOfZeronis

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Clover Press Launches Kickstarter Campaign for Reminiscent: Art of Zeronis

Reminiscent: Art of Zeronis Kickstarter Launch

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Following in the footsteps of BrokenLore: DON'T WATCH, BrokenLore: DON’T LIE is a psychological horror game that's out now on consoles and PC, and it can be played as either a solo story, or as a companion piece to the first game. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/broke... #BrokenLoreDontLie

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BrokenLore: DON’T LIE Brings A New Psychological Nightmare to PC & Consoles

BrokenLore: DON’T LIE Release Details

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Outcast Tales is an RPG that's set in a post-apocalyptic world that sees you take control of a trio of ragtag heroes. It also recently got a new demo on Steam. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/weave... #OutcastTales

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Weave The Story of A Ragtag Crew In Party-Based RPG Outcast Tales

Outcast Tales Steam Demo Release

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories is set to hit consoles and PC next February, and KOEI TECMO and Gust recently released a new trailer giving a sneak peak of the new game's world and gameplay. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/ateli... #AtelierKaria

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Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & The Guide of Memories Reveals New Gameplay Details & Release Date

Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & The Guide of Memories Release Details

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A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round is heating up as TECMO KOEI and Team NINJA recently revealed that Minato was joining the lineup! You can learn all about this brand new character via the link below. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/gaming/flash... #DeadOrAlive6LastRound

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Flashy New Character Dances Her Way Into KOEI TECMO's Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round

Dead Or Alive 6 Last Round New Character Reveal

A-to-J Connections @atojconnections.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Iconic Events & CJ 4DPLEX recently announced special North American screenings of SB19 Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale in Cinemas, which is a live concert film featuring the popular Filipino pop idol group SB19. Link: a-to-jconnections.com/music/iconic... #SB19

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Iconic Events Releasing & CJ 4DPLEX Present Filipino Pop Idol Group SB19 In New Concert Film

Iconic Events Releasing & CJ 4DPLEX Present Filipino Pop Idol Group SB19 In New Concert Film

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