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Quentin Burleson

@equipkilt.bsky.social
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Tabletop Game Designer | GDofNC Lover of Gaming, Anime, Monsters, and Hexagons. Game Designs: Alpha Team Mechanized Battle Force Go!

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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Definitely in that brain fuzz of wanting to do game design, but the motivation just isn't really there. I envy people that can come up with an idea and just throw a prototype together in less than a day. It always takes me multiple days to drag a game kicking and screaming into existence.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Didn’t realize when I left the house this morning that I would be picking up the art book to one of my all time favorite shows. #GravityFalls
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
To all the scalpers who bought up all the Resident Evil popcorn bucket medical bags and are reselling them for at least 3-4 times the cost or more… I don’t like you.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Saw the new Resident Evil movie with some friends and really enjoyed it. I can understand why some people might not like it and while it's not perfect it hit on most of what I was wanting from this type of movie.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I knew it! I have been without internet for a week and its because the people my neighbors brought in last week to remove some trees cut my line! Vindication!
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Things I was frightened of when I was a child 1. Velociraptors from Jurassic Park 2. Xenomorph from Alien 3. Chucky from Child’s Play 4. The Wendol from The 13th Warrior 5. The giant crocodile from Resident Evil 2
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Semi Co-op @semicoop.com · 07/09/2026
New comic! Possession might be nine-tenths of the law, or possession might be theft... We only know that possession of a game doesn't guarantee you'll ever play it! 😇 📜 You can read this week's blog post at: semicoop.com/comic/purchasing-games-2026/ #boardgames
A two-panel comic titled “Purchasing Games in 2026.” In the first panel, a video game executive holds up a videogame and explains, “You’re not buying the game. You are purchasing a license to play a game… as long as we decide to keep the game alive.” In the second panel, Rachel holds a game box and says, “You’re not buying the game.” A second speech bubble continues: “You’re buying the hope that one day you’ll have the free time and a friend group to play it.” (credits to Eize Basa whose message was inspiration for this comic).
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Trying to do some game design and imposter syndrome just likes to show up out of nowhere and make you question everything you’ve done up to this point.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
“Till all are one” 💔
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Welp, I think I've finished all the design work on one of my games and now all I have to do is pitch it... Now the hard part begins.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Just listened to a recording of the very first playtest of a game I am co-designing with another designer. It’s a strange new feeling that a game I helped design was played for the first time and I wasn’t there to be a part of the experience. I haven’t even held the physical version yet!
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Been working on a game mechanism in one of my designs and trying to find an alternative that feels better. My current one solves an issue keeping unwinnable scenarios from occurring and at this point I will probably just keep it as all alternatives don't work or make the math even more complicated.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
The new Godzilla King of Tokyo is gorgeous.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Got our felon a new shirt.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Well hello there new game!
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Finally finished the prototype rulebook for my game Pentacle and I’m thrilled with the result. Easily the best rulebook I have made, not like that’s saying much, but it’s still nice to see a noticeable improvement in my skill set.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
It’s been an interesting day. Found this guy in our yard, not acting normal and ended up driving him to a wildlife rehab center.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Catching up on #Horror movies: They Will Kill You Okay, so the only thing I knew going in was that this was gonna be something similar to like “Ready or Not”, but wow did it surprise me. Not what I expected and really enjoyed it.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
As always, working on the early stages of a new game design and I couldn't go any further until I came up with a name for the project that I was happy with.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
The rulebook for my game that was kickstarted is now up on BGG and since I hadn’t seen the final product I read the entire thing… Reading my own rulebook isn’t weird right? It being out feels like another step towards it being a real thing and not just a fever dream I’ve had the past couple years.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
I spent 10-12 hours the past two days taking our washer apart multiple times, cleaning it, and trying to troubleshoot an issue and I guess now the thing decides to die on us…
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Angry Office Worker Destroys Monitor
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Nick Bentley Makes Games @nickbentley.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
I'm the Director of Game Design at Taco Cat Games. I'll be at Gen Con Friday (July 31st) and Saturday (August 1st), taking pitches from game designers. Specifically in the Hyatt Regency Atrium. If you'd like to pitch, grab a half-hour time slot here: calendly.com/nickobento/g... 🎲✂️(1/2)
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Catching up on #Horror movies: Backrooms Even though I am well aware of it, I'm glad I was able to watch this with very little actual knowledge of the source material. Loved the first person POV shots and could have watched the entire movie this way.
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Clarence Simpson 🔜 ??? @stoichamster.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Back home from our now biannual design retreat at The Tabletop Inn! Lots of work, lots of play, and they serve an absolute top-tier breakfast every day. Amazing time all around!
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Started working with Affinity this past week to make the rulebook for my game Pentacle and to say I’m excited is an understatement. The fact I can now print out booklets is a game changer for me. #gamedesign
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
ON MY BIRTHDAY! THEY ARE RELEASING MY ALL TIME FAVORITE SCOOBY-DOO SERIES ON BLU-RAY ON MY BIRTHDAY!!!... Sorry... got a little excited there...
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
End of an era. I don't think I was in the credits for the original Black Flag, but it's nice to see this as one of the last Ubisoft titles with my name on it.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
One of the few moments where our cat Ioh isn’t a complete ball of chaos.
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Daniel Newman // New Mill Industries @dnlnwmn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
You've got one month left to submit your application to be a vendor at the Indie Games Night Market! Submissions close on August 1! Get to it! www.newmillindustries.com/ignm-app
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IGNM App — New Mill Industries
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Catching up on #Horror movies: Five Nights at Freddy's I'm a sucker for film adaptations of video games. Having only played the first game, I didn't have a lot to go off of. Kinda wished they had focused more on the horror aspect as the story felt a little all over the place.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Sometimes you just have to spend half an hour finding a replacement icon for one of the symbols in your game. #gamedesign
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Catching up on Horror movies: Smile Primarily wanted to watch this one because I heard the sequel was quite good. Planning to watch that one soon-ish. While a bit predictable, there were some tense, suspenseful moments and had me questioning everything I was seeing.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Catching up on Horror movies I haven't seen: Terrifier Having seen Art the Clown on social media, I’m glad I now have more context for the character. I think it nails what it’s going for: a practical, gritty slasher film. Overall, I enjoyed watching it, though I don’t see it as one I’ll rewatch.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Ran two simultaneous playtests of my two player game Pentacle at yesterday’s design meetup. Not sure I would recommend everyone try running two at once, but it’s definitely interesting to analyze two different experiences with the game in real-time.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Acquired Tarot sized cards and card sleeves, and thus my powers of game design have grown beyond control!
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Yeah a cup of coffee might wake you up, but have you ever tried smashing your finger in a sliding window?
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
After close to 14 years at Ubisoft, I found out yesterday that my position is being terminated due to mass layoffs. While I’ll be looking for something new, I’m probably gonna take this opportunity to further focus on that whole professional game designer thing I’ve been working towards for years.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Went to see a movie and the fiancé had one request… bring back movie theater popcorn.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
While in Atlanta this past week, some friends and I went to a place called Blue Moon Pizza and I had what is probably one of the best pizzas of my like. Santa Fe Chicken Black bean sauce/house cheese blend/seasoned chicken/pickled jalapeño peppers/red onions/spicy ranch/cilantro/fresh avocado
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Daniel Newman // New Mill Industries @dnlnwmn.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
The application to be a vendor at the Indie Games Night Market at PAX Unplugged in December is now live! www.newmillindustries.com/ignm-app
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IGNM App — New Mill Industries
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Had a great weekend at ProtoAtl, playtesting games and hanging out with some of the best people I know.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Me trying to fit all the info a player could ever need onto a Player Aid the size of a playing card
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Spy Kids Juni Cortez: Watching You
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
My fiancé says I am a cursed person
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How to Teach @howtoteach.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Avast! A new how to teach spotted off the port-bow! (I think, I dunno ship terms) Fortunately we're not sailing, we're serving afternoon tea in Pirates of the High Teas from @pinkhawkgames.bsky.social! youtu.be/ZO0uHBHkNg8?...
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How to Teach - Pirates of the High Teas
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
I want to finish more video games from my single player backlog, but I also want to lose myself in a big cozy survival game. Now that Subnautica 2 is out in early access, maybe it's time I go back and play the first one.
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Eric Hibbeler @erichibbeler.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Green G.R.W.L. Final art v. concept sketches. Definitely my favorite design for Alpha Team Mechanized Battle Force Go!, maybe just because I spent the most time making it work. And cuz those squared off fingers feel very Mignola/Disney's Atlantis coded toe me 💚 #boardgameart #illustration #mecha
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Weird high point, a photo from tonight’s game design meeting depicting the last playtest of Alpha Team that I will be doing before it gets finalized for production.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
When you’re at a wedding and the bride requested a pickle fountain.
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
In less than 24 hours I saw the band Gin Blossoms live in concert and went to the NC Zoo… I’m so tired
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Quentin Burleson @equipkilt.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
In one day, we got a trailer for 'Coyote vs Acme' and a teaser for the upcoming 'Clayface' DC movie... it's a good day.
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