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Nick Ransbottom

@theeziokenway.bsky.social
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Freelancer | seen: Nintendo Life, IGN, GamesRadar+, Fanbyte, EGM, Android Central, and more | twitch.tv/nickransbottom | He/him 🏳️‍🌈 Contact by email for PR. Portfolio + Info ⬇️ linktr.ee/nickransbottom

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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Friends, it has taken me several days to muster the strenght to write this post, and by now you have no doubt heard that our wonderful, beautiful, talented Nick has passed in his sleep this Saturday night. Brave, witty and incredibly funny do not even begin to describe the person he was.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
I remember seeing this commercial for the first time and crying. KH2 catches flack but it was amazing when it released.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
Health update: I had one night of sleep but I’m back to not sleeping. My whole body feels weighted and cold and I have a huge hard lump on my arm that they theorize is a swollen lymphoid. They took a flu/corona test and I should know the results tomorrow. I’ll let everyone know the results.
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Shayna MoooOOOooon (she/they) @themoonis.gay · 20/12/2025
Say it with me now- placeholder assets are supposed to be bright and obvious so you DON’T ship with them. Also it doesn’t matter if no ai-generated assets are in the final executable?? The rising sea levels aren’t gonna be like “oh well no one saw that so the climate change doesn’t count”
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
Who are my Abbot girlies? I just wrapped season 4 and can’t get over it being in KH 4. Sora parkouring through the streets of PA. Babs being a Fairy who replaces her Biblical talk with talk of Light. Ava gets possessed by Darknes, Janine joins the party where she cast light spells. I just love it.
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Brock Wilbur @brockwilbur.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Doing my annual viny fundraiser for those unhoused and hungry in the KC area. Rare/well-loved items up for sale through the Discogs website, and every dollar goes directly to area organizations. Looking for something for yourself/friend in the soundtrack/rock world? www.discogs.com/seller/riots...
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Buy Vinyl Records and CDs from riotsmile at Discogs Marketplace
Check out our shop on Discogs, the biggest online music marketplace in the world, and add some gems to your collection!
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Frootoon || MDA WINNING Animator💫 @frootoon.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
kh3 ending
Yen Sid is dressed in party gear looking forlorn as he looks out his window. Riku, Xion, Ven, and Donald run excitedly toward their beach party, leaving Yen Sid behind.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Someone accused me of using AI to write this review which is bafflingly funny to me.
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Ashley Schofield is looking for work! 🐉 @ashlikeadragon.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
hey, i'm looking for work! full-time or freelance 💜 journalist, critic, author proficient in features, criticism, reporting, reviews, previews, news, guides words at lost in cult, RPS, VGC, unwinnable, gamesradar+, polygon, EDGE, PLAY muckrack.com/ash-like-a-d... ashleyschofieldwrites@gmail.com
'Few games capture the spirit of indie game development quite like VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action. What initially started out as a short game for a Cyberpunk Game Jam back in 2014, soon became a standout indie hit. VA-11 Hall-A delivers a heartfelt story of happiness in the depths of disaster, draped in a unique cyberpunk aesthetic and set to a distinctive synthwave soundtrack to match. It’s a truly remarkable visual novel, and the perfect choice for our Design Works range. 

Produced in collaboration with Sukeban Games and Ysbryd, VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works explores the corrupt metropolis of Glitch City, its culture, and the people who frequent the game’s beloved hole in the wall, VA-11 Hall-A. Written by talented journalist and author Ashley Schofield (Polygon, EDGE, Unwinnable and VGC), you’ll hear how this world came to be and the cyberpunk touchstones that inspired it — all the while lending insight into the history of Venezuela, where the team is located, and the unique challenges of developing a game there. VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works will be a celebration of this beautiful indie masterpiece, and the people that made it all possible.

Alongside contemporary interviews with writer/programmer Fernando Damas and artist/designer Christopher Ortiz conducted exclusively for VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works,  the book also features a collection of highlights from the ‘Daily VA-11 Hall-A’ blog posts directly from Sukeban.moe. You can also expect deep dives into the development of the game’s prototype and prologue; the bartending mechanics that put you in the shoes of disaster bisexual bartender Jill Stingray, and interviews exploring its iconic synthwave soundtrack/jukebox with composer Michael Kelly. 


VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works features detailed insight into the game’s early concepts and development, an exploration of Glitch City itself, and a deep dive into the programming, art and soundtrack — an unmissable read for any fan.'A magazine cover of Unwinnable Monthly #191, with the feature being my essay 'I Don't Want To Be This Kind of Animal Anymore' and art by Shafer Brown. 

An excerpt reads:

In the dark times, should the stars also go out?

'Revachol is still. Silent. Decades of unrest, corruption and capital gain have reduced it to a shell of a city. And yet, under these sullen skies, a miracle is happening. The limbed and headed machine of pain and undignified suffering is firing up again.'My review of Hollow Knight: Silksong for Video Games Chronicle. 

'Hollow Knight: Silksong review: A game that intends to make you suffer, even to its own detriment.

Team Cherry’s sequel has a clear mission statement, but doesn’t seem to consider the consequences.

3/5 stars.'My review of Demonschool for Rock Paper Shotgun, included in RPS' Bestest Bests category.

'Demonschool review
Saturday morning carcasses.'
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 22/11/2025
Me looking at the bears showing up on my Instagram feed.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
I finished Dexter tonight — as in, I just cleared the last series on top of the two previous series and the prequel — and it’s really been one of the most enjoyable shows I’ve seen.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Ah, men.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Shout out to everyone in Québec who just shit themselves from that random testing of the Alert Ready.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Downloading Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road and I want to play it so bad that the download time is killing me. This will be my first Inazuma game and I’m really excited. I think I might try to recruit all 5,400 characters!
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Optimist Primus @optimistprimus.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
Men only want one thing (to fight someone on top of a moving train)
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 16/11/2025
Gagged me a bit, not gonna lie.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 15/11/2025
Started Dexter: New Blood yesterday and it’s miles better than any of the post-four season of the original series.
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i’m just ken @shepardcdr.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Ryuji saying none of these posts are any good
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Me at my first Pride parade.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Penguins vs Maple Leafs tonight. It feels sacrilegious to go against a Canadian team seeing as how I’ve lived here for five years but I’m rooting for the Penguins tonight. I’m Québecois now and that means I’m legally obligated to root against Toronto.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Today makes one year of my new lungs and one year of my hospitalization. Let me tell you, a year in the hospital puts a lot of your life into perspective.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
So close to Tales of Xillia unlocking on Switch 👁️👄👁️
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Still feels so weird to have been in the hospital for a year. I haven’t even seen my cat for a while year. Haven’t slept in my bed or cuddled with my husband in a year. Had to pass for the first time in years on reviewing NHL for IGN. This shit sucks.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
I’m playing Final Fantasy Tactics for the first time, and is Ramza supposed to be so effortlessly cool? Because wow this guy is cool.
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PJ (formally from Cable Town) @pjcalamity.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
I don't think KH is complicated. I think KH fans over complicate things with Russian-Novel length theories. AND I LOVE THAT PEOPLE WRITE THEM but I don't love the fallout when they end up not happening.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
“Home” by Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros sounds like how autumn feels.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
It’s never too late to play the best MonHun game (aside from 4)
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i’m just ken @shepardcdr.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
when i tell a man about my special interest
autism announcement
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Kyle Orland @kyleor.land · 22/09/2025
Are you or someone you know skipping GDC (or considering doing so) because of worries about coming to the US/San Francisco in the current environment? If so, I want to hear from you for a piece. DM me here or kyle DOT orland AT arstechnica DOT com. Please spread the word
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
My buddies @cabletown.bsky.social and @regularpat.bsky.social have a fantastic KH fandom positivity podcast that’s equal parts hysterical and heartwarming. Don’t miss the season finale!
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Game Informer @gameinformer.com · 30/08/2025
Amy worked on the advertising side of Game Informer for 18 years starting in 2002. We were incredibly saddened to hear of her sudden passing and are wishing the best for her family. www.gofundme.com/f/help-ava-c...
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Donate to Help Ava Continue Her Education in Memory of Amy, organized by Erin Stromberg
Early Wednesday morning, our dear friend Amy passed away unexpectedly … Erin Stromberg needs your support for Help Ava Continue Her Education in Memory of Amy
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Esper Quinn 💠 @esper.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
i truly believe some art director was like “hey, you know the Nevermind album cover?”
the Vivi magic card, where i think maybe he’s being seen from above, but it looks like he just dived into a sparkly pool
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
The world would be better if we had a new Trauma Center/Trauma Team game.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
My first review for @nintendolife.com is up! Despite my gripes, I had a lot of fun playing Patapon; it certainly passed the time in the hospital. www.nintendolife.com/reviews/nint...
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Review: Patapon 1+2 Replay (Switch) - A Pleasing Return For Some PSP Charmers
Drumroll, please
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
My first review for @nintendolife.com is up! Despite my gripes, I had a lot of fun playing Patapon; it certainly passed the time in the hospital. www.nintendolife.com/reviews/nint...
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Review: Patapon 1+2 Replay (Switch) - A Pleasing Return For Some PSP Charmers
Drumroll, please
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
No because this is some real bullshit, actually.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
So proud of my besties @frootoon.bsky.social, @regularpat.bsky.social, and @cabletown.bsky.social for their well deserved wins!! 😊
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
I’m looking for consultant work while I’m in the hospital. RPGs are my specialty but I’ve covered everything from RPGs to bullet hell. If you’re in PR and have a Steam Deck or Switch 2/Switch opportunity, hit me up in my DMs! Shares appreciated. You can find my work here: linktr.ee/nickransbott...
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nickransbottom | Twitter, Instagram, Twitch | Linktree
Linktree. Make your link do more.
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Phanta @phantawastaken.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 13/07/2025
Living in Montréal starter pack
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Adam P Knave @adampknave.com · 03/07/2025
REMEMBER: All the "Don't use em-dashes" "don't use rule of three" advice because it makes your writing "look like AI" is because they stole actual writers work, and their "predict the next thing" stuff just simulates what WE FUCKING DO. Keep writing well. Use every style and trick you have. Fuck AI.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
Man, @dateeverythinggame.bsky.social has me in stitches and the character designs are just genius. Can’t recommend this game enough.
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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 05/07/2025
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
I’ve been in the hospital since October recovering from a double lung transplant. I’m in desperate need of financial aid for my bills— I’m down to only $500 in my entire life savings. If you can help even a dollar, it helps tremendously, as does sharing this GoFundMe. gofund.me/4146e677
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Donate to Keep Nick financially stable during lung transplant recovery, organized by Julien Belanger
Hey everyone. This is Nick's husband Julien. Nick was diagnos… Julien Belanger needs your support for Keep Nick financially stable during lung transplant recovery
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
The outpour of love and kindness that’s come from this is indescribable. It’s truly made my heart swell, and my husband and I both thank everyone involved. Whether you donate $1 or spread the word, you’re tremendously helpful and wonderful. Thank you so, so much.
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
I’ve been in the hospital since October recovering from a double lung transplant. I’m in desperate need of financial aid for my bills— I’m down to only $500 in my entire life savings. If you can help even a dollar, it helps tremendously, as does sharing this GoFundMe. gofund.me/4146e677
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Donate to Keep Nick financially stable during lung transplant recovery, organized by Julien Belanger
Hey everyone. This is Nick's husband Julien. Nick was diagnos… Julien Belanger needs your support for Keep Nick financially stable during lung transplant recovery
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Nick Ransbottom @theeziokenway.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
Friends and colleagues! I'm still very much looking for both freelance review and consultant work. I now own a Switch 2 FWIW as well. Please take a moment to share if you can as money is getting tighter and tighter, and I really would love to work on some assignments. My DMs are open!
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