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RetroGamingExpo.com @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

@grendell.bsky.social returns for the Nintendo Engineering Series on the technical side of console programming! Join him! Tickets at tinyurl.com/3a5hdpw4 #prge #prge2026 #retrogaming

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We are very pleased to share more concept art, character sprites, and for the first time ever... the cover art for our upcoming #NES #homebrew game, The Halls of Talamh Domhain! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw_R... nesdwarves.com #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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The Halls of Talamh Domhain Cover Art Reveal

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Did we mention this small game is FREE?!

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IndieRetroGames @indieretrogames.com · 24/08/2026

🚨 COMING SOON TO IRG 🚨 Sleepy Bits Games’ new NES title: The Halls of Talamh Domhain – a turn-based dungeon crawler in pure 6502 asm (MMC3). 100 floors, 14 monsters, ruthless final boss, zero flicker ⚔️🔥 👉 sleepybits.indieretrogames.com/talamh-domhain #NESHomebrew #RetroGaming

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The Halls of Talamh Domhain (NES)

Introducing The Halls of Talamh Domhain, a brand new NES homebrew Dungeon Looter game by Sleepy Bits Games! Currently in development, this is our third NE...

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IndieRetroGames @indieretrogames.com · 22/08/2026

Old Oak Lane 🍂🕯️ #nes horror visual novel just landed on IRG! A party, an ex who shows up out of nowhere, a car in a ditch... and a night on Old Oak Lane that might never end. 450+ story events, 10+ endings. sleepybits.indieretrogames.com/old-oak-lane #irg #indie @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social

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Old Oak Lane (NES)

Who knew leaving a party early could lead to such horror?

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

@indieretrogames.com Thanks for the fast approval of our games! Could you send me a DM? I have a quick question about one of our product pages. Thanks again! 🙂

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IndieRetroGames @indieretrogames.com · 21/08/2026

🌈 Rainbow Catcher just landed on IRG! Fast-paced #NES arcade action: catch as much rain as you can before time runs out, with random power-ups and 3 game modes. 🎮 👉 sleepybits.indieretrogames.com/rainbow-catcher #indie #retrogaming

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Rainbow Catcher (NES)

Rainbow Catcher is a brand new, colorful NES game featuring fast-paced arcade action and emerging musical patterns as you attempt to catch as much rain as...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

We're still here, so come by and set a high score, escape an untimely demise, and reclaim the Dwarven kingdom today! #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Live from the Hyatt Regency in Santa Clara, it's the indie dev area at #CaliforniaExtreme #CAX! Come hang out in mezzanine above the lobby and check out all the #indiegames goodness on display!

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Casey Scheld @caseyscheld.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Thanks for another great panel @grendell.bsky.social and @empressemily20.bsky.social at @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social! 👏 github.com/grendell/sg6... Loved learning the finer details about your Shadowgate 64 Randomizer - fantastic way to cap off a great Fire & Ice RGX 💯

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

You never know what you're going to find at Roseville's Retro Gaming Expo, like this weird fake trackpad controller for the NES! We had to take it for a spin with The Halls of Talamh Domhain, and it works surprisingly well. Come by the indie developer booths and give it a shot! 😆

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

We're gearing up for a big weekend in Roseville at Fire & Ice Retro Gaming Expo: * A new exhibition build of The Halls of Talamh Domhain showing off all monsters, NPCs, vendors, & the entire soundtrack! * A new technical talk, Intro to N64 Reverse Engineering & Randomizers! Hope to see you there!

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Grayson Wendell @grendell.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Am I summoning Cthulhu, or just explaining sprite zero tests? Thank you to everyone who came out to the Enhancement Chip talk today at SoCal Gaming Expo! The updated slides will be available this week at github.com/grendell/mmc... Next up, Fire & Ice RGX for some N64 reverse engineering!

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

We're in Pasadena at SoCal Gaming Expo this weekend! If you're in the area, be sure to check out the show and say hello. We're presenting a really fun panel on Sunday and have an updated playable demo of Talamh Domhain with us! socalgamingexpo.com conventions.leapevent.tech/schedules/vi...

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Gamers Heroes @gamersheroes.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Featuring a true love for all things 8-bit, Professional Programmer Grayson Wendell - @grendell.bsky.social - will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026 this summer. www.gamersheroes.com/gaming-news/...

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Grayson Wendell Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor

Featuring a true love for all things 8-bit, Professional Programmer Grayson Wendell will be a Guest of Honor at Fire & Ice RGX 2026 this summer.

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dale coop ☕️ @dalecoop.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

May is here! And this month we’re celebrating The Halls of Talamh Domhain, the upcoming dungeon looter NES game by @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social #NEShomebrewCalendar #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indieNES #indiegames #gamedev #ファミコン #同人ゲーム @scrobins.bsky.social @deadeye.bsky.social

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Check out a brand new development update video previewing the Makeshift Marketplace! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkIY... We've also shared a full status update here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/sle... #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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The Halls of Talamh Domhain Makeshift Marketplace Preview

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

In case you missed it, or fell asleep during it, our NES Code Crash Course talk from Fire & Ice RGX 2025 is now available on YouTube! Check it out and start your NES journey today. www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXY5... github.com/grendell/gam... #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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2025 Fire & Ice RGX - NES Code Crash Course Panel with Grayson Wendell

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

The Halls of Talamh Domhain was recently selected as a @magfest.org #IndieRetro #Homebrew Showcase Finalist, and the players showed up! Want in on the action? Be sure to join us for an upcoming convention as we continue development. Hope to see you there! youtu.be/fTexEGnbASc #NES #indiegames

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Super MAGFest 2026 Talamh Domhain Montage

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Mega Cat Studios @megacatstudios.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

The results for the #SuperMAGFest2026 Indie Retro Showcase winners are here! 🏆 🔊 Best Sound Design: Tactus by Phonorail LLC 🎨 Best Art Direction: Wicked Plague by Locus Motion 🕹️ Best Gameplay: The Adventures of Panzer: Frontiers by Pixel Craft 🎮 Best in Show: Light from Within by Atarath Games

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

We're headed to @magfest.org this week for the #IndieRetro #Homebrew Showcase, and we're bringing these shiny new demo carts of The Halls of Talamh Domhain! If you're in the National Harbor area, be sure to stop by, say hello, and give the game a try. Hope to see you there! #NES #nesdev #indiegames

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out to spend a bit of their #SacGamersExpo with us! We hope the Enhancement Chips talk was informative and entertaining. 😁 In case you couldn't make it, or just want to reference anything again, we've added the slides to the sample project: github.com/grendell/mmc...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

We're easy to find all weekend at #SacGamersExpo! Come by and check out our games, including a new build of The Halls of Talamh Domhain. Hope to see everyone at the show! #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Our panel for #SacGamersExpo, "Enhancement Chips: How Nintendo Cartridges Leveled Up" is currently up to 50 images, 12 videos, and 8 slides of assembly code. I think it's safe to say we're not holding back on this one! 😁 #NES #SNES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Gamers Heroes @gamersheroes.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Packing a love of all things 8-bit, Professional Programmer @grendell.bsky.social will be a Special Guest at Sac Gamers Expo 2025 later this month. www.gamersheroes.com/gaming-news/...

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Sac Gamers Expo 2025 Welcomes Special Guest Grayson Wendell

Packing a love of all things 8-bit, Professional Programmer Grayson Wendell will be a Special Guest at Sac Gamers Expo 2025 later this month.

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

Thanks to everyone who came out to spend a bit of their @fanexposf.bsky.social with us! "NES 101" had an amazing turn-out, and we are so appreciative for all the interest and great discussions! 🥳 The updated slides have also been added to the sample project: github.com/grendell/gam...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Just a reminder that our talk, "NES 101", is happening tomorrow at 4:15pm during @fanexposf.bsky.social! Come by and say hello, then go meet a celebrity or pick up some incredible original art. Hope to see you there!

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Sean Robinson @scrobins.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

It’s here! The 2026 NES Homebrew Calendar is out: featuring gorgeous cover art by @supernatetendo.bsky.social , 12 homebrew games, and fun homebrew holidays, this is what you want on your wall! Available in a U.S./Canada edition, and EU/rest of the World edition. www.etsy.com/shop/TheScro...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

I bet you thought this week of big announcements was over, but coming in hot, we're very excited to announce that we will be presenting "NES 101" on Saturday 11/29 at 4:15 at #FanExpo SF in just a few short weeks! #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

What's this?! In celebration of our next #NES game being selected as a finalist in the #SuperMAGFest2026 Indie Retro #Homebrew Showcase, we've created a first-ever bundle discount for our current NES games! Grab both for $10 (or more) by Cyber Monday. itch.io/s/167402/mag... #nesdev #indiegames

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MAGFest 2026 Indie Retro Homebrew Showcase Celebration by Sleepy Bits Games

A bundle by Sleepy Bits Games, $10.00 for Rainbow Catcher, Old Oak Lane

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Two big announcements today: The Halls of Talamh Domhain has been selected as a @magfest.org #SuperMAGFest2026 Indie Retro Homebrew Showcase Finalist! The game has also been previewed by Marc Jowett in issue 31 of @pixeladdict.bsky.social which is available now! #NES #nesdev #homebrew

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Congratulations to all the finalists! The showcase looks absolutely stacked this year, and we are extremely honored to be included in this amazing lineup! 🤩

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Mega Cat Studios @megacatstudios.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

The #SuperMAGFest2026 Indie Retro Homebrew Showcase FINALISTS are locked in, and the lineup is next-level amazing. Which game title are you excited about? 🎮 Check them out: bit.ly/MCSMFIR2026F...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

We just confirmed a technical talk in November, have already committed to one in December, and applied for yet another in March. Keep your eyes peeled for official announcements and more details soon™! 👀

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

The latest issue features the Banjo-Kazooie series on the cover and is on sale now. Grab it in stores or directly from us www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Retro Gamer @retrogamermag.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

The latest issue of Retro Gamer is on sale now and features. Banjo-Kazooie Operation Wolf Th Great Escape Lumines: Puzzle Fusion Steve Jarratt kill.switch 8-bit jobs Magicland 2 Sonic 2 Burning Rangers And more Grab it in shops or directly from us. www.magazinesdirect.com/uk/single-is...

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Thanks to everyone who took some time out of their @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social weekend to come and hang out! I think we had a great turn out, engaging conversations, and even came together to solve some equipment hiccups! 😅

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Headed to @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social this weekend? Are you a part of the #NES development community and/or want to learn more about how your favorite games are made? Join us Saturday in room F149 between 2 and 4pm to connect with fellow developers! #prge #prge2025 #nesdev #homebrew

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RetroGamingExpo.com @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Best Of PRGE 2025 part 1: We're celebrating the 40th anniversary of the US-release of the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) with guests, exhibits, The Warp Zone lounge and special events! Get your tickets at tinyurl.com/3km56wbt #prge #prge2025 #retrogaming #NES

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Anyone else planning on participating in the NesDev's Game Genie Game mini-jam? I had a lot of fun with my entry, Maze Genie. Check it out here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B4_D... Game jam thread: forums.nesdev.org/viewtopic.ph... #NES #gamejam #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Maze Genie (Game Genie Game Mini-Jam Entry)

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

We've never been to @magfest.org (in our defense, it's almost 3000 miles away), but we hope to change that in 2026! #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames #IndieRetro

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Mega Cat Studios @megacatstudios.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

📣 Calling all #homebrew game developers! The #IndieRetro Homebrew Showcase on #SuperMAGFest is looking for your incredible creations! Join the celebration and submit your game here: bit.ly/MFIRHSA2026

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Going a bit grass roots here: who'd like to see some technical #NES content at #prge this year for the 40th anniversary? #homebrew panels, #nesdev meetups, something even cooler?! Let's show them there's #indiegame interest out there and make this happen! @retrogamingexpo.bsky.social

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bearbeats.bsky.social @bearbeats.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

My moment of nostalgia is here - could not resist this beautiful cartridge from @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social at #cax2025! If you’re here, stop by their booth on the second floor and try out their games! Check out the hidden market in the demo, can’t wait to try the jambalaya when it’s ready!

A table with game demos and happy designers

A translucent blue Nintendo cartridge and a business card

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Spoiler alert! Want to see an exclusive sneak peek of the makeshift marketplace in Talamh Domhain? Then you'll have to come by our booth this weekend at California Extreme! Hope to see you there. #CAX #CAX2025 #NES #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames

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Sleepy Bits Games @sleepybitsgames.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Headed to California Extreme next weekend? Be Sure to drop by our booth for hands-on #NES demos (including an updated sneak peek of The Halls of Talamh Domhain), and come with all your burning questions for the indie games panel! caextreme.org/guest-speake... #cax2025 #homebrew #nesdev #indiegames

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Guest Speakers & Live Music - California Extreme

2025 Guest Speaker List Exact schedule TBD Steve Ritchie Pinball icon and renowned story teller Steve Ritchie will join us to tell tales of his time making pinball machines. He'll start off with "Earl...

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