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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Per East Coast Law, I made it a priority to make time to see a Broadway show after a decade of wanting to go back to NYC. So, I went to see The Outsiders (which I read back in Middle School!). Man, what a spectacle! I forgot how high profile Broadway can be. Some fantastic performances and effects.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hello everyone! Need a reviewer for the busy October season? I can help! I have a lot of availability for many titles, like these: - Phantom Blade 0 - Gears of War: E-Day - Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered - Tales of Eternia Remastered Interested? DM or email me! Reposts appreciated!

Dynasty Warriors 3 Complete Edition Remastered

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Hello everyone! Wanted to put it out there that I’m open to review many August games coming out. I’ve sent a few pitches to places but no bites yet. Still, here are the games I’d be interested in covering! - Beast of Reincarnation - Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls - Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Also, the venue was awesome! Had a blast being back in LA and I can’t wait to do more like it. Here are some pictures I took! Thanks to @williamsaw.bsky.social for the opportunity!

Venue for The Blood of Dawnwalker preview in a church.

Model altar from The Blood of Dawnwalker preview event.

Dining area for The Blood of Dawnwalker preview event.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Know I’m a week late, but here’s my mushy post about Summer Game Fest. For someone who doesn’t get to do things in gaming outside of my home, it was surreal to be surrounded by so many great games and even greater people. Getting to put faces to names and hanging out with with y’all was incredible.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Here at SGF Play Days! It feels surreal to be here! If you see me walking around, feel free to say hi! Got some cool appointments today!

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Didn’t take a picture of myself at it, but for my first Summer Game Fest showcase, I picked a FANTASTIC one to go in-person to. Being in the same room and reacting to those reveals was incredible. Excited for Play Days!

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Some good breakfast before the SGF Showcase! I am so excited to be attending in person after YEARS of watching it (first one I’m not doing news for, so to those who are, you got this😎👍)

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Hello everyone! I am so excited to announce that I will be attending Summer Game Fest for the first time next week. I’m going freelance, so I do have some appointments without outlets, so if you have some budget and need a person, please reach out! As a longtime fan, I am PUMPED! See you all there!

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Finished the Adventures of Elliot demo and absolutely adored my time with it! Reminds me of classic Zelda with the gorgeous pixelized art style of Octopath Traveler. If any site needs a review for it, I'd love to write it up for you!

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales artwork featuring Elliot in a lush drawn landscape.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Hello y’all! Wanted to put it out there that I am open to review some of May’s biggest titles for your outlet! Currently, these are the ones I’m available for: 007 First Light Mixtape Directive 8020 LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight If you need a review for these, please email or DM! Thanks!

Poster for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Who would be Snake, Michael??? *points to Tom Burke in Furiosa: A Mad Max Story*

Tom Burke in Furiosa looking so much like Snake from Metal Gear Solid.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

She looks like the type of person to remind the professor about the assignment they forgot to mention on purpose.

Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem looking like she hates you.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

The new edition of Game Informer (with my Tales feature) is out and my copy came in! It looks amazing! Seeing it in print is a feeling beyond words. If you see a copy around, check it out (and post a picture with it, too, while you’re at it!) Thank you again @gameinformer.com for the opportunity!

The cover of Game Informer Issue 375 with 007: First Light.

The inside of Game Informer Issue 375 and the first two pages of my 30 Years of Tales feature.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Snowing here in NC❄️! Missed my CT/East Coast weather, so seeing it here is great (though I could do away with the wind chill haha).

A night-time snowy landscape in North Carolina. Trees, shrubs, and a driveway are blanketed in snow, with houses in the distance also covered lightly.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Thought I played more PS5 but I think most of my big stuff this year was on Xbox. Still, happy with these! #playstationwrapup

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

My favorite games of the 21st century. Lot of nostalgic favorites here. Ask me tomorrow and this list WILL be different🤣.

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

My picks for NYT's Best Movies of the Century, in no particular order!

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Per @iwritethings.bsky.social’s request, I can say that, having now seen Thunderbolts*, I enjoyed it! It felt more in-tune with classic Marvel while being its own thing. Florence was great, as always, with her supporting cast being just as good. Sharp comedy and action all around. Overall good time!

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Michael Murphy | Freelance Gaming Critic and Journalist @mikemurf2.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Just saw Sinners. Man, what a fantastic film! Wonderful cast (especially Miles Canton), wickedly good music, and incredible cinematography. Had me glued to my seat the whole time. If you haven’t seen it yet, you got to check it out. Best film of 2025 so far!

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