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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

My latest article went live a few minutes ago ☢️ Today’s write-up is the start to a new series on Fallout 3! This is one of those games that I sunk hundreds of hours into years back, and it was exciting to jump back into it. Check it out now in the link below 👇

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Fallout 3 | Heading Back into the Capitol Wasteland

Entry 01: Exploring one of the most influential games I’ve ever played!

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Push Square @pushsquare.com · 16/09/2026

Dragon Quest Reaches 100 Million Total Sales, 40 Years on from the Iconic Series' Debut

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Dragon Quest Reaches 100 Million Total Sales, 40 Years on from the Iconic Series' Debut

The quest continues

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Drew Beausoleil has a great summary for what just happened with Kojima’s upcoming game, PHYSINT. I’m just shocked at what all Sony is doing lately. It makes me wonder what the future of PlayStation is with every choice they’ve made in the past couple of months. Time will tell what all happens...

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PlayStation Cancels Hideo Kojima’s PHYSINT as Xbox Steps In to Publish Metal Gear Solid Successor

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Thanks so much Alex for the recommendation on my Area 51 article! It was fun to go back to this game and learn more about it. It's definitely a title I wish was more popular and accessible to play nowadays, because of how fun it is! Thanks again Alex! I appreciate it 🙌

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

My latest article dropped this morning 🔥 This piece was all about the 2005 Midway game, Area 51! It’s an awesome 2000s FPS that featured a unique cast and amazing gameplay, but has been a bit neglected over the years. You can read it in the link below 👇 thesavedgame.substack.com/p/area-51-a-...

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Area 51 | A Neglected Alien Shooter with a Fascinating Background

Marilyn Manson and John Romero supply their talents in this alien-infested title, but what else is there to uncover in Area 51?

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Take a journey into Madness Games & Comics 🔥 My latest blog came out this morning! In it, I shared my experiences and photos from an awesome comic book store in North Texas called Madness Games & Comics. Take a look now by clicking on the link below 👇 thesavedgame.substack.com/p/a-cup-of-j...

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A Cup of Joe Blog | A Journey into Madness... Games & Comics!

Week 18 | Chatting about a recent journey to one of the largest comic/gaming book stores in North Texas: Madness Games & Comics

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Taking a break from gaming to go to the Dallas Museum of Art 🗿 I talked about my experiences in my latest Cup of Joe blog that just came out this morning! It was a lot of fun, and there are plenty of photos I took too! Read it now in the preview link below 👇

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A Cup of Joe Blog | A Day at the Dallas Museum of Art

Week 17 | Chatting about a recent trip to the Dallas Museum of Art and recent games I've been playing!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

A new Cup of Joe blog post was just published this morning ☕️ Check it out now at the link below 👇 For today, I wrote about a recent trip to Dallas Love Field Airport, as well as some thoughts on a few recent games I’ve been playing! Thanks for taking a look!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Thanks for reading and recommending this Alex 🔥 It was a total blast to get these other writers together to help build out this Collaborative Article! I was super happy with how it turned out, and thankful for those that contributed! Thanks again 🙌

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

An amazing group of game writers joined me to share their experiences with immersive experiences in gaming 🔥 This article turned out amazingly well, and is one you don’t want to miss on The Saved Game! Find it in the preview link down below 👇 open.substack.com/pub/thesaved...

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A Collaborative Article on Immersive Experiences in Video Games

Exploring the power of immersion in video games — featuring the incredible game writers on Substack!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Thanks so much for the recommendation Alex! I loved writing this article, and it actually gave me a bit of a peaceful respite from the seriousness of other work! Thanks again! I'm glad you liked it 🙌

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

My latest article just went live 🔥 For today, I jumped back into the Commonwealth in Fallout 4 to find my top photogenic and peaceful locations in this post-apocalyptic world! Check it out now in the link below 👇

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

My latest Game Save article is now live 🔥 Follow the link below 👇 ⭐️ The controversies with Grand Theft Auto VI and Sony! ⭐️ What Quantic Dream has been up to lately! ⭐️ The Community Spotlight for two awesome writers on Substack! ⭐️ The announcement for my next Collaborative Article! Thanks 🙌

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

@xbox.com has the chance to do something absolutely hilarious and ironic right now that would gain them the most support they’ve seen in years!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Sony — during E3 in 2013— made me proud to be a PlayStation gamer... ...now I'm wondering WTF the point is in ever investing in another Sony console 😡🤬

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

I shared some thoughts on four indie games I really enjoyed from Steam's recent Next Fest: ⭐️ Charming Hill ⭐️ Trees Hate You ⭐️ Antarctic Grave ⭐️ Nimbit Frontier Nimbit Frontier was my favorite! Highly recommend checking that one out! Find the article from Dusty Gamer I contributed to down below 👇

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The Ultimate Steam Next Fest Wrap-Up: The Algorithm Did Not Want You To See This

Four thousand indie developers walked into a room, and a banana won.

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Just to share for those that are on Window 10 👇 You can enroll for free for those security updates, which have now been extended through October of... 2027! With the prices of hardware going up, this isn't too surprising. Wanted to share since I only just found out yesterday.

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Microsoft extends free Windows 10 security updates for a second year — program now ends on October 12, 2027

Just as the memory shortage pushes PC prices even higher.

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

I was reminded recently of one of my favorite game trailers: Halo: Reach — Remember Reach There was so much packed into this trailer, and the music and atmosphere were incredibly good! Years later, I will often give it a rewatch to remind myself of how good it was!

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Halo : Reach | Remember Reach trailer - long version XBox 360

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Currently writing up some thoughts on a few indie games from Steam's Next Fest 🔥

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Pop Base @popbase.tv · 18/06/2026

The cover art for GTA 6 has been revealed. Pre-orders begin June 25. Releasing on November 19.

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

My latest article was just published this morning 🔥 Read it now in the post below ⬇️ For today, I wrote about Dante’s Inferno — a 2010 hack-and-slash horror game that fell into the shadows. I make the point that the immersiveness and hellish creativity make it a game worth playing! Hope you enjoy!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Found this unique controller at the National Video Game Museum on a recent trip! Can’t tell you how much I want one of these now 🔥 Apparently, they even make these controllers for the PS4 and Switch too!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Huge thanks to @bassicfun.bsky.social for including The Saved Game in the community section on his latest YouTube video! I greatly appreciate it 🙌 Highly recommend checking out Chike’s channel and videos for some high quality content for amazing music and incredible content on indie games!

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Indie Game Radar - GOTY Contenders | May 2026

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

A new blog was posted today! For today, I wanted to chat about the recent Google I/O conference, and the implications it might have for original content on the internet. I also talked about some of the recent anime and shows I’ve been watching, and the next game I’ll be jumping into! Thanks 🙌

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A Cup of Joe Blog | Google and AI, New Anime and TV, Recent and Upcoming Games

Week 14 | Chatting about the implications of Google Search on original content, recent anime and TV shows, and the next main game I'll be jumping into!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Since Detroit: Become Human has been on my mind lately, I wanted to share this amazing edit I found on YouTube! It's absolutely amazing, and worth checking out 🔥

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Detroit: Become Human || Paralyzed

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

My latest article was just published 🔥 For this write-up, I wrote about the emotional impacts that the three main protagonists made in Detroit: Become Human. This was a brilliant game, and one that I thoroughly enjoyed! I hope that you’ll be able to check it out at the link below ⬇️ Thanks 🙌

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams looks exciting! - Development was restarted at some point - Still using Toriyama’s characters and Sugiyama’s music - The story revolves around the hero beset by strange visions in their sleep - Lots of beautiful environments from the teaser Looking forward to it!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Thank you so much for highlighting The Saved Game! I had a fun time putting together that collaborative piece on nostalgia, and I send my thanks out to everyone that contributed! It turned out incredibly well, and I'm glad you liked it Alex! Thanks again 🙌

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🎮 GTA 6 Is The Most Expensive Game Ever, Sony Still Uncertain About PS6 & Weird Launch Of Mixtape

Also, What Was Cut From RE: Requiem, Arena Breakout Announces PvE Mode and Star Wars: The Fate of the Old Republic Gets More Funding!

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Ryan T. Brown 🎮🩷 @toadsanime.lostincult.co.uk · 20/05/2026

PlayStation's next State of Play will air on June 2, at 2pm PT/10pm UK. The summertime showcase will last over an hour, headlined by Marvel's Wolverine. (Read more at PlayStation Blog)

State of Play - Broadcast: June 2

2:00pm ET
5:00pm ET
11:00pm CEST
6:00am JST (Wednesday, June 3)

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Recently picked up the Delicious in Dungeon World Guide 🔥 I finished up the anime a month or two back, then read the manga a couple of weeks ago, and wanted to go more in-depth behind the world-building from the creator! It's awesome, I would highly recommend it!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Hey, I'm Joe! I love to write, especially about games! What I love down below for my updated #promosky👇 📸 Photography 👨‍💻 Design 📖 Reading 🗒 Writing 🎃 Autumn 🎮 PlayStation 💀 SoulsBorne ☢️ Fallout 🐉 Elder Scrolls 🎸 Power Metal 🌮 Tacos ☕️ Coffee 💭 Nostalgia 📺 Anime & YouTube Even more below ⬇️

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The Saved Game | Substack

This gaming-centered publication by Joe is all about uncovering new and old gaming favorites, sharing thoughtful opinions on gaming news, and helping my readers find ways to discover or rekindle their...

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

A new Game Save article dropped this morning 🔥 For this one, I talked about some recent news in the gaming world, including the new Chatty Slimey in DQX, as well as the positive changes happening over at Xbox. I also highlighted two amazing writers! I hope you’ll be able to check it out! Thanks 🙌

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Game Save #12 | AI Acceptance in Dragon Quest Games, The Return of Xbox, Community Spotlight, and More!

Taking a look at news about the reports of AI acceptance in Dragon Quest games, the positive return of Xbox, two incredible creators for the Community Spotlight, and more!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

First time playing God of War (2018), and it's been amazing 🔥 I also just found the Photo Mode in it, so it’s been fun taking some in-game shots. I seem to find something new whenever I look in any direction! I’ll be hard pressed to not jump right into Ragnarök after this!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

I’ve been a bit under the weather for the past few days, and have not been as active on socials due to that 🤒 I did pick up my next Dragon Quest game on the Nintendo Switch though: Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake! I found it on a good sale with a coupon, and can’t wait to jump into it 🔥

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Got a bagel at a place in Dallas that Guy Fieri went to on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — called Starship Bagel! I got the one called the Millennium Falcon, with smashed avocado, sprouts, tomato, pickled red onion, a scallion smear, with red pepper flakes on an everything bagel! Super tasty 🤩

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Witches? A town in New England that's rich in history? Content that was cut from a Bethesda game that would've made it better!? I'd love for you to take a look at my latest article on the town of Salem in Fallout 4! Read it by clicking on the social preview down below 👇 Hope you enjoy, thanks 🙌

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Fallout 4 | Mysteries in the Cursed Town of Salem

Entry 05: Taking a look into the town of Salem, and the mysteries surrounding its background and squandered opportunities!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

A cold front blew through, ushering in a lot of needed rain and cooler, out-of-season temperatures ⛈ I’ve been listening to the tavern music from Skyrim on repeat, and working on a lot of writing today! Life is good 🔥 youtu.be/dd10InDdvJE?...

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Skyrim - Music & Ambience - Taverns

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

My latest Cup of Joe blog came out this morning! Find it using the social preview link below 👇 I chatted about some of the recent anime I’ve been checking out, and wrote about the next main game I’ll be working through! Thanks for reading 🙌

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A Cup of Joe Blog | Recent Anime I've Been Watching and My Next Game

Week 13 | Chatting about the anime I've been watching lately and what's coming next!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Check out this post with a feature of my writing 👇 I had to write about Dark Souls with my experiences battling The Dragon Slayer Ornstein and Executioner Smough as one of my greatest gaming moments! It was a fun challenge! I send a huge thanks to @harrisonpolites.bsky.social for the opportunity!

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Gaming's greatest moments

Substack's games writing community weigh in on the parts of videogames that are burned into their brains.

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Lots of busywork to do today 😮‍💨 I’ll be working more on a fresh blog for early next week though, and I look forward to that! Over the weekend, I plan on getting through my latest Substack subscriptions too to support my fav writers! Hope that everyone here has an awesome end to your week 🔥

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

My latest post came out this morning 🔥 Open the link preview below to read more about my experiences with Act 3 of the amazing game Dragon Quest XI! I hope you’ll be swayed to play it for the first time like I did, or pick it back up for another go! Thanks for checking it out 🙌

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My Adventures in Dragon Quest XI: The Grand Reawakening and Final Battle

Act 3: Searching back in time, following long lost memories, swimming in experience, and saving the world (again)!

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

This is amazing 🔥 I love the creativity and style of a game like this! youtu.be/fc51terNNNw?...

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Fresco - Official Gameplay Trailer

YouTube video by IGN

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Joe | The Saved Game @joeswritingworks.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

This was hilarious 😂 'Heartbreak, Heartbreak' from Persona 4 works so good as background music for the Weather Channel’s Local on the 8s! youtu.be/vVg9S7Cz6QI?...

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Heartbeat, Heartbreak

YouTube video by Locals All the Time

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