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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker

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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 1h
... if? This has been happening for years.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
They said it, not me! @johnromero.bsky.social @dave.newblood.games Knee-Deep in the '90s: The First-Person Shooters🔫 That Defined a Decade - coming 12.10.2026📚
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Yes! (Image credit: The New Yorker)
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
So excited for Knightfall: Part 2 that I pre-ordered it. Once I did, the vague “2026” date changed to December 8. I am the World’s Greatest Detective.
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Daniel Dockery @dandock.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
If you've enjoyed I AM THE NIGHT during its debut week, first of all, thank you. Secondly, if you have a spare second, please feel free to drop a few stars for it on Storygraph or Amazon or Goodreads. Reviews and ratings help people who don't, ya know, follow my Batman ravings on here find the book.
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Jordan Minor @jordanwminor.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
The best part of Control Resonant is how it understands the freaky liminal appeal of simply existing in New York City. My latest for @pcmag.com www.pcmag.com/news/control...
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‘Control Resonant’ Loves Freaky New York City Just as Much as I Do
This surreal sequel is instantly one of gaming’s best depictions of the Big Apple, an urban kaleidoscope that’s unnerving to witness yet incredible to explore.
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Kevin Bunch (ubersaurus) @atariarchive.org · 18/09/2026
This topic brought to you by reading Dr. Kramer's first (of two!) articles about superguns! There's more history to them than I realized initially. romchip.org/index.php/ro... Also since recording this I've been seriously considering getting one for myself...
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Recycled Amusements | ROMchip
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CJ Melendez @cjmelendez.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Rebuttal: actions speak louder than words.
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lex luddy needs a nap @lexluddy.xyz · 10/09/2026
Some more Gamescom reporting from me. When pushed to elaborate on what using Generative AI "as part of the ideation process" meant for those unfamiliar with the process, the Crazy Taxi series creator told me, "Today I would like to talk about Crazy Taxi: World Tour, and the time is limited."
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Crazy Taxi series creator does not want to discuss what World Tour's AI usage entails
When pushed for details, Kenji Kanno stated, 'Today I would like to talk about Crazy Taxi: World Tour and the time is limited.'
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Happy 9/9/99 a day late! Two years ago, the @shacknews.com staff reminisced about the Sega Dreamcast. Check out our video retrospective here. www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FYD...
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Dreamcast: 25 Years of Thinking
YouTube video by Shacknews
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
You've got this!
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Kevin Bunch (ubersaurus) @atariarchive.org · 08/09/2026
For Star Trek’s 60th anniversary, why not revisit the article I posted earlier this year about the history of the Mike Mayfield fan game and how it wound its way to the Atari 2600? www.atariarchive.org/blog/stellar...
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Stellar Track – March 1981, Atari Archive
At first glance, Stellar Track seems like a minor VCS release, and it is – as a Sears exclusive that requires the instruction manual to learn to play,...
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Ozzie Mejia's latest column @shacknews.com: "Video game remakes are not made for you." Do you agree with him? www.shacknews.com/article/1506...
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Video game remakes are not made for you
Whether you, the adult gamer, like the new coat of paint on an old classic is (or should be) irrelevant.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Here’s the transcript of the conversation that led Sam to pitch me this article. Sam: David, mind if I set the Internet on fire? Me: Go for it. www.shacknews.com/article/1506...
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Your game (probably) doesn’t need fishing
Stop making me go fishing in games completely unrelated to the sport.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Mail call! Knee-Deep in the '90s: The First-Person Shooters That Defined a Decade's🔫 hardcover test edition has arrived. Check out the beautiful full-color images that accompany the text. Knee-Deep in the '90s will be available on Dec. 10!📚
Knee-Deep in the '90s' paperback (left) and hardcover editions side by side.A look inside the hardcover edition of Knee-Deep in the '90s. The left page shows a letter from Scott Miller to John Romero, while the right-hand page shows screenshots from Commander Keen.A look inside the hardcover edition of Knee-Deep in the '90s. The left page shows box art from Doom, while the right-hand page shows screenshots from Doom.A look inside the hardcover edition of Knee-Deep in the '90s. The page comes from chapter 10: A Galaxy Far, Far Away.
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Shacknews @shacknews.com · 04/09/2026
This is Khan. Shacknews is very excited for The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct. #Zelda #NintendoDirect #Gaming
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John Learned @johnlearned.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This is the best way to play any game. Don't let anyone tell you there's a "proper" or even "correct" way to engage with anything. These things are made to be enjoyed, and you should do it on your own terms
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Chris’s Kickstarter is live! Learn more about Hellwave, his short film, here. www.kickstarter.com/projects/116...
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HELLWAVE | A darkly funny sci-fi horror action film
Every man has his demons. Michael made a deal with his. Now he finds himself caught in a war between worlds…
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
My good friend and FPS documentary co-director Chris Stratton is making a feature film! I got to read an early script, and holy shit, this movie kicks so much ass. Find out more on the film’s Kickstarter page. www.kickstarter.com/projects/116...
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Coming soon: HELLWAVE | A darkly funny sci-fi horror action film
Every man has his demons. Michael made a deal with his. Now he finds himself caught in a war between worlds…
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Here are Donovan’s thoughts on what worked (and what didn’t) at Pokemon Worlds 2026. @shacknews.com www.shacknews.com/article/1505...
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Pokemon Worlds 2026 and PokemonXP perfectly captured the joy and chaos of the Pokemon community
I had a lovely time at Pokemon’s premier event, even though mass crowds and disorganization were a running theme.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Mail call! The first test copy of Knee-Deep in the ‘90s: The First-Person Shooters That Defined a Decade🔫 has arrived!
Front cover of Knee-Deep in the’90s.Back cover of Knee-Deep in the’90s.Spine of Knee-Deep in the’90s, along with a few other books by David L. Craddock.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Mail call! The test paperback copy of #KneeDeepinthe90s has arrived! Coming on Friday: The hardcover collector's edition.
Front cover of Knee-Deep in the '90s.Back cover of Knee-Deep in the '90s.Shelved copy of Knee-Deep in the '90s, alongside a few other books by David L. Craddock.
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larrynightdive.bsky.social @larrynightdive.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Great article on the resurgence of the @atari.com brand: www.cbc.ca/news/enterta...
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Atari announces collaboration with Activision, launching new classic games for retro console | CBC News
As video games become an increasingly digital-first hobby, the people keeping the Atari name alive are going back to their roots, by offering new versions of their 1980s classics.
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The Video Game Library 📚 @thevideogamelibrary.org · 01/09/2026
VERY excited for @davidlcraddock.bsky.social's "Knee-Deep in the ‘90s: The First-Person Shooters That Defined a Decade!" This one was high up in the highlights of this week's Newsletter! ☝️
Heroes and enemies from 90s FPS franchises like Doom, Quake, and Half-Life, as if they were carved from marble, with the decade represented by a number in a font resembling the Doom logo.
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his infernal disciple @thelastdisciple.itch.io · 01/09/2026
I've posted this before but i think it deserves to be in front of more eyes. If you're into the history of video games or are appreciative of OG game makers then you owe it to yourself to check out this doc about Ed Logg's work. youtu.be/Krq5BXntmAo
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Super Duper Game Guy: Celebrating the Career of Ed Logg
YouTube video by Hidden Machine
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The Video Game Library 📚 @thevideogamelibrary.org · 01/09/2026
Pretty proud of this latest issue! 👇 📕 @davidlcraddock.bsky.social brings us knee-deep into the 90's 📘 Celebrate the music of #LeagueOfLegends 📗 An #Alien retrospective from @mikediver.bsky.social 📙 My review of "Beyond Fear" by @nakerman.bsky.social 📓 @retrogamebooks.com goes Deluxe! + MUCH more!
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The Video Game Library Newsletter - Vol. #061
A mind-blowing 100 VIDEO GAME BOOKS to cover from this past week 🤯
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Darren Hupke @darrenhupke.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
I finished another @bossfightbooks.com classic. Check out my review of @davidlcraddock.bsky.social's Shovel Knight here. tl;dr, It's great! pixelsandpolygons.beehiiv.com/p/book-revie...
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BOOK REVIEW - Shovel Knight by David L. Craddock
Dig into another gem from Boss Fight Books
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
ICYMI
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Mr Moose @reverendmoose.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Blake Stone mentioned!
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RUBY RANGER : QUAKE DAD @rubyranger.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
YOOOOOOOOOOOO
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
How do I work Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s remake into to this week’s conversation? Watch to find out! www.shacknews.com/article/1505...
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This Week in Switch 2 - Elden Ring Tarnished Edition preview & gamescom Opening Night Live reaction
The guys are back with another great episode featuring David's impressions of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
I’m thrilled to announce Knee-Deep in the’90s: The First Person Shooters 🔫 That Defined a Decade! 🎙️Based on new & archival interviews 💾Deep dives into 20+ games 📚Available in all formats 📆 Releases 12.10 (Doom’s anniversary!) 🧵1/4
Back (left) and front covers for Knee-Deep in the '90s. The back depicts the Icon of Sin from Doom 2. The front shows iconic characters from '90s FPS games such as Doomguy, Gordon Freeman, Duke Nukem, and others.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Some of my Shacknews colleagues and I shared our thoughts on the GTA 6 extended preview, and discussed whether the series was still able to embrace chaos despite its realism. youtu.be/dg485IfiKsA?...
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Big same.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
This feature alone has me more interested in GTA than I’ve been since San Andreas. www.shacknews.com/article/1505...
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You can get fit or fat in GTA 6 like San Andreas
One of the best features in Grand Theft Auto San Andreas returns in GTA VI.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Welcome to her world, insect. Tomorrow.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Subscribers of my newsletter get Friday's book reveal one day early! davidlcraddock.substack.com
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Episodic Content | David L. Craddock | Substack
Serialized books and project updates. Click to read Episodic Content, by David L. Craddock, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.
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Richard Moss @mossrc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
My new book, almost here! I can't wait to see that cover in person.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
New hint. Two days until the reveal!
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I got to play Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition ahead of launch! Here are my impressions @shacknews.com www.shacknews.com/article/1504...
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Elden Ring for Nintendo Switch 2 will steal your runes, and your free time
Elden Ring makes a strong showing on Nintendo's Switch 2 console/portable hybrid.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Next hint. Be here on Friday!
Cover of Nintendo Power showing GoldenEye 007.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Another new day, another hint for the upcoming book -- which will be revelaed on Friday.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
ICYMI: Shacknews EIC Asif Khan previewed The Duskbloods at FromSoftware HQ. Check out the preview here:
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The Duskbloods builds a new gaming experience dripping with FromSoftware DNA
FromSoftware aims to stand out in a video game landscape filled with companies chasing the same old trends.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
🤔
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
New day, new hint for this year’s book.
Cutscene from Star Wars: Dark Forces.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
😂
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Just got a look at the finished cover artwork for my book releasing later this year. So, so good. Full reveal coming soon! In the meantime, here’s a hint.
Shooting enemies in Sin (1998).
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Play History @playhistory.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
A fun new post about that time for consoles before Atari got in! thehistoryofhowweplay.wordpress.com/2026/08/22/1... Learn about the strange, interesting, and largely European early history of game consoles!
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1974’s Bizarre Game Consoles
Weird and wonderful early consoles. Let’s talk about them.
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David L. Craddock - Author/Filmmaker @davidlcraddock.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
It’s the weekend, and you need something to read. Check out The Friday Knights, my history of Raven Software’s early days! Read it on Shacknews. www.shacknews.com/article/1501...
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John Scalzi @scalzi.com · 21/08/2026
I tell people all the time that I got lucky with my career and it annoys a lot of them. "No, but you're good," they will say, and I will say, yes, I am good, and also here are all these people who write as well as I do but did not get the same break, so being good isn't the issue, being lucky is.
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