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vinnyohgames.bsky.social @vinnyohgames.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Happy spooky season! This week on Retro Next Gen, we talk about our first horror game experiences. What was your first horror game?

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Its that time of the week for another episode of the Retro Next Gen Podcast, this time discussing our first horror game experiences! Check it out on your podcatcher of choice or YouTube and let us know your first/favorite horror game experiences! 💀📺🎮 youtu.be/00f4oq7uWyk?...

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I can definitely understand that as I had plenty of friends who couldn’t either with the slow clunky pace of diving in cover. So far I had a few connection issues, but it is launch day and I was accidentally on wifi 😂, but it seems pretty fun so far

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I’m so glad you like it! All credit to @robotsradio.bsky.social for the theme song, he basically came up with exactly what i imagined based on me giving probably the worst prompt in history 😂. Also too true, even though, like you, Bethesda games are what we’re known for we actually play others!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Still part of the demographic that loves #physicalmedia and pumped to play a Gears of War again after the original trilogy!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I was pretty surprised when i missed a plank then plummeted to my doom. 🤣 i really expected it to have a lower floor and not just a sea chasm

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Another brand new episode of the Retro Next Gen Podcast is now available on YouTube and your podcatcher of choice! We share our thoughts on the idea of achievements over the generations & what they do/don’t add to gaming! 📺🎮

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Kick off your week right with a new episode of BOTH @talesoftamriel.bsky.social and ESOLorecast available on your podcatcher of choice now!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Benefit of being an adult…eating a rotisserie chicken and a bakery roll for breakfast just because I want to 🍗

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Twilight is such a cool time of day

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Lol what a weird response 🤣🤣🤣

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

What you don’t realize is they actually spelled penny wrong! As in they are a computer penny

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The newest episode of the Retro Next Gen Podcast is available now on YouTube or your podcatcher of choice! This week’s discussion is gaming backlogs 📺🎮 youtu.be/GHjENDsbgks?...

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Retro Next Gen Podcast 4: Cracking the Backlog

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Photo mode is top notch, I spent probably just as much time gawking at the beautiful scenery

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Horizon Forbidden West is now 100% complete! Absolutely gorgeous game, which I didn’t enjoy quite as much as the original but did still enjoy a lot. Also I thought the Burning Shores Expansion was excellent! 🔥 🌊

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Lol its one of my favorite Christmas gifts ever

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Episode 3 of the Retro Next Gen Podcast is now live on my YouTube and your favorite podcatchers! 🎮📺 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Boots was not interested in staying awake to help me edit podcasts last night 😂

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I had the pleasure of joining some other great hosts at @robotsradio.bsky.social for a crossover episode which is now available as a bonus on the Retro Next Gen Podcast feed, available on your podcatcher of choice!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’m so glad you have enjoyed it! I feel like that Undertale are going to find a way onto my game lists soon

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We’re excited to already have yet another episode of the Retro Next Gen Podcast available for all our new listeners!! We got approved on Apple so we should show everywhere 📺🎮. Check our our thoughts on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/r...

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I love that and I’m so glad you’re enjoying the show so far!

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vinnyohgames.bsky.social @vinnyohgames.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Some long weekend listening! On this episode of Retro Next Gen, @lotusofdoom.bsky.social and I talk about the post-COVID retro game boom, the cost of getting into the hobby, remasters, remakes, and more! Thanks for all the positivity! More to come! open.spotify.com/episode/6XFA...

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Why Retro Games Are Back

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The first official episode of the podcast is now live on Spotify and YouTube! 🔴 We had a wonderful amount of you tune into our teaser episode & got some great feedback. Please feel free to give us a listen and review, we’d love to hear your thoughts 🎮📺 open.spotify.com/episode/6XFA...

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Why Retro Games Are Back

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vinnyohgames.bsky.social @vinnyohgames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

There’s a new pod in town, and yours truly is on it. “Games were better in my day.” CHECK “SEGA does what Nintendon’t.” QUOTED “Get off my porch!” COMING SOON Yeah, guys in their 40s are talking about video games for the first time ever. CHECK IT OUT!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Our new project is officially live on Spotify and YouTube! (Apple/others soon)🔥🔥🔥 Please check out the Retro Next Gen Podcast where myself & @vinnyohgames.bsky.social discuss modern gaming topics with a retro twist! youtu.be/GoCVT7-zlLU?...

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

It’s been a long time since posting one of these as I haven’t had a dedicated group, but here’s our new team running Lep Seculsa in #ESO with One Bar Sorcerers still being able to do Trifectas! ⚔️ youtu.be/tbPP_gf2OSY?...

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ESO One Bar Sorcerer Lep Seclusa Trifecta (Moth Trusted)

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Been enjoying my Xbox Series X this week, even if it’s playing old games 😂

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

As I am currently avoiding using my PlayStation for the time being I’ve actually enjoyed how much faster the Xbox’s connectivity is as I’ve barely used my Series X. I really wish they’d bring back the blades dashboard though, its my all time favorite 😍

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A new episode of @ESOLorecast to start your week! Available now on your podcatcher of choice ⚔️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Why is this a thing?! 🤣🤣 When you need to wave your very own Muatra around with Morrowind male enhancement apparently 😂

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

My thoughts on how fast the seasonal PVP track unlocks is very different now that I’ve completed it than when I started it which I’ll get into on the next @talesoftamriel.bsky.social episode. However glad to say I completed it! ⚔️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Do we finally know where we are going for The Elder Scrolls VI?! A new episode of Elder Scrolls Lorecast discussing the recent details that show we might have our answer! Available now on your podcatcher of choice ⚔️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

I sacrificed a ton of sleep to play after everyone went to bed 🤣. I had fun as always but this felt super crappy it only had one weekend option and literally couldn’t even make it to a complete 7 days 😒

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Gotta say I’m really disappointed in how short this Whitestrake’s Mayhem event was in ESO. The more frequent thing is fine but not even a full week after you introduce a timed seasonal PVP track just feels bad. The event just felt like I was cheated out of more fun…

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Tales of Tamriel by UESP | An Elder Scrolls Show @talesoftamriel.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A fresh new episode of Tales of Tamriel available now on your podcatcher of choice #ESOFam ⚔️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

It’s been 8 years since we met and adopted the best little puppy anyone could ask for. We love you Boots ❤️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

First lobster roll of vacation!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

💯 % agree, it captures a lonely sterile environment created by Sotha Sil that although an amazing creation is missing the feeling of life with everything being clockwork and synthetic

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

With my general disappointment in the video game industry as of late, I’ve found myself going back and collecting some games I used to love or missed out on so I figured I’ll share some of my finds! Today both Tenchu and Tenchu 2 arrived from eBay 🥷 #retrogames

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Hey it was several once in a lifetime experiences for me and I hope all the team no longer there gets even better opportunities because of this!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

It has been a week since the last Microsoft major layoff event & I found myself looking through so many great times with those no longer at the studio I had the pleasure of working with in Elder Scrolls Online @ginabruno.bsky.social @thefinninator.bsky.social @slashlurk.bsky.social ❤️

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I’ll never forget our kazoo battle on stage at Bethesda Game Days!

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LotusOfDoom @lotusofdoom.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Gaming has always been a business, but does anyone still remember when it was designed for ACTUAL fun? Want people to stay playing, make it really fun! Want people to buy something else, make the game really fun so they buy the sequel or expansion! Now its metrics/spreadsheets ☠️

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Tales of Tamriel by UESP | An Elder Scrolls Show @talesoftamriel.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We didn’t even get to announce the newest episode of the podcast this morning before the news of layoffs at Xbox, so in an unprecedented event there are actually 2 new episodes available less than 24hr apart…with VERY different vibes. Available now on your podcatcher of choice

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Matt Firor @thefiror.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I am unbelievably shattered and heartbroken with the news coming out of ZenMax Online and Xbox in general today. The team at ZOS is made up of amazing, dedicated, smart - and above all, awesome humans. To see so many of them laid off today - and last year at this time - is just awful

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