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...Wow. Tonight's stream set an ALL TIME RECORD for highest Average Viewership I've ever had, at 56 viewers. It beats the GT4 Randomizer Race from earlier this year by 2 viewers. The 79 viewer max is the fifth highest I've ever had. I don't know what else to say. Thank you so much everyone. 💙

A graph from 'TwitchTracker' showing my Top 8 Streams in order of the highest 'Avg Viewers' throughout the stream itself.

From left to right;

'Stream' - Date and time of when the stream took place.

'Duration' - How long the stream was in length as measured in Hours, shown with a Red Bar for each.

'Avg Viewers' - How many viewers I averaged throughout the duration of the stream, shown with a Green Bar for each.

'Max Viewers' - The maximum amount of viewers that were watching at a single given moment during the stream, shown with a Yellow Bar for each.

'Followers' - How many Twitch users decided to follow the channel as the stream was taking place, shown with a Blue Bar for each. Followers has always been the hardest bar for me to score well on!

'Views' - Truthfully I don't know what this really does, as only old streams of mine ever show how many views it got. Its not worked properly for years now, but is otherwise shown with an Orange Bar for each.

'Title' - What the name of the stream was.

'Games' - Icons of the games that were played on stream. The 'Forgotten Racers' streams in question were listed under 'Games + Demos', which does not have a dedicated icon for it.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

You'd think being owned by one of the wealthiest companies in the world that YouTube would understand how the fuck to process a video in a reasonable amount of time. I've had this so many times its infuriating. If there's a 'cheat sheet' to get around this please let me know.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

When I set up these Tip $/Gift Sub goals, I anticipated that this would likely take me near the entire duration of the special in order to reach the final goal. We achieved ALL FOUR goals within TWO streams. I'm at a loss for words right now. Thank you! 💙 Now I have to think of NEW goals, lmao.

A screenshot from my Google Docs that shows goals that relate to full 100% playthroughs of games to complete in future streams, likely after the special has concluded.

'$250/50 Subs (TOTAL) - Tokyo Xtreme Racer Drift 2 (100% Completion) Playthrough *COMPLETE*' (I've replaced *COMPLETE* with *GOAL REACHED* since taking this screenshot and applied to the other 3 goal texts.)

'$500/100 Subs (TOTAL) - Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed (100% Completion) Playthrough'

'$750/150 Subs (TOTAL) - Forza Motorsport 2 (100% Completion) Playthrough'

'$1000/200 Subs (TOTAL) - Gran Turismo 4 (100% Completion, NO B-Spec) Playthrough'

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Fixed it for all the Bnuuys on Bluesky. :)

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Aaaaaaaand there it is. For fuck sakes, can we just have something NOT vibe coded for once in this god damn day and age, please?

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Album covers that I'd love to get made (eventually) into some sort of hoodie design for my Nardoragon;

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Best way to sum up what I just witnessed;

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

You know we've come a long way with storage drives, when the older games are recommending you to use a CD over an actual hard drive due to how large the video files would take up. (Second time installing this game btw, its currently being a PAIN to get it running. Can't find a NoCD patch either.)

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

...what the fuck is an 'Express Install'? The weird installers I have already seen, all this for a stream special next month where I won't be getting much time per game to begin with, lmao.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Whelp, I knew eventually that the challenges of trying to either obtain or get said games running for the Forgotten Racers special (next month) was going to run into a bit of a roadblock. Don't be surprised if you see more pop up on here.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I've gotten to the part where I've started 'gathering the PC games for the Forgotten Racers stream special next month and man do I wish I could make all these games 'portable' rather than having to run their old ass installers lmao Portable Repacks are a god send, honestly

The installer screen for the PC game 'Ballistics', from 2001. This is amongst one of MANY games that will be included in the 'Forgotten Racers' stream special next month!

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

63 VIEWER PEAK. 47 VIEWER AVERAGE. FOR FUCKING SEGA GT OF ALL GAMES. I'm at a loss for words, its the second highest average viewership I've had for ANY stream I've done. Thank you guys so fucking much. 💙 Sent the raid over to my bud @brentzone.bsky.social, give him some love!

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Well, I didn't expect this video was going to do as well as it has so far. These numbers are WELL above my usual average (I don't usually average over 1,000 views for context) and it makes me so happy to see the video doing as well as it is. Now if only I was better at being more productive, lmao.

A screenshot from my 'Can a VAN Beat a Bugatti' video about its performance, showing that it has a notable uptick in views compared to my average, whilst also being within range of my usual 'Thumbnail click-through rate' and 'Average view duration'.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Just a lot going through my head as of late and not enough time to manage everything. >< I'll live, I've been through worse, but its never a fun feeling. *hughug.*

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

FUCK NONONONONONONONO THIS IS A GEN 4 DRIVE (IN A GEN 4 SLOT) AND ITS SPEEDS ARE WAY DOWN PLEASE DON'T TELL ME I'M ABOUT TO HAVE a 4TB SSD FAIL ON ME I CAN'T AFFORD TO REPLACE IT IN THIS ECONOMY

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Its perhaps incredibly ironic after making this post that Twitch is currently COMPLETELY unusable, can't even tune into a stream at the moment. They couldn't handle people tuning in for the GTA 6 reveal lmao

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The 5080 is here! The build is now officially complete!

The box of the Zotac Gaming Solid Core OC GeForce RTX 5080 that has gone into my new computer. The card itself, not the box.

The RTX 5080 now sitting in my computer, with a 12VHPWR plug connected to it and an anti-sag bracket to the left of it.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Unfortunately the 5080 did not arrive today, despite being in the province. Someone from Purolator pls deliver my card- But I'm still super happy that the I was able to build a PC FROM SCRATCH for the first time, and do so successfully. Thanks to all the friendos who helped during the building! 💙

A photo of my new PC in its pretty case. Yes it has quite a few lights on it and they are very nice. My RTX 4070 Super from the previous build is currently housed in the new PC as a stopgap solution until the 5080 arrives.

Full specs;

MSI MPG X870E Edge Ti WiFi Motherboard
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
48GB Patriot Viper Venom DDR5 RAM @ 6400Mhz (CL32)
Zotac Solid Core OC RTX 5080 (when it arrives, MSI Ventus 2X OC RTX 4070 Super is being used for now.)
Lian Li V100R Case
Lian Li Edge EG1200G PSU
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB V2 CPU Cooler
Samsung 9100 Pro 1TB Gen.5 SSD
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB Gen.4 SSD (from previous PC)
Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB Gen.4 SSD (from previous PC)
Ediloca EN870 4TB Gen.4 SSD (from previous PC)

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

It boots! Still needs work with cable management and putting everything fully back together but this is promising. More work after I've slept. It's almost 5:30 in the morning.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Parts are arriving! The Cooler also came yesterday, but not pictured. The GPU is set to arrive Tuesday.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Will be keeping tabs on this. Says its 'completed' and in my bank account, but it has yet to actually appear. Going to give it a few days as I suspect my bank is likely doing their own processing (given its a large amount of money) but I will be.. tremendously angry and upset if it never shows up.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Thank you for sharing this! I've gone ahead and added it to my own Twitch panel, and I encourage everyone who's just as fed up with this AI nonsense to do the same. Even if you're just a chatter and not someone who streams, I STILL recommend turning this feature off. Tired of this AI hellscape.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I really, really, REALLY like hugs. I will absolutely melt in someone's arms if given a loving hug. An absolutely ADORABLE drawing from 🎨 @goatuna.bsky.social via yet another surprise gift from @splashtheorca.bsky.social! 💙

A 'sticker' like image of my character hugging YOUR character! (as defined by the 'YOU' on the back of their head.)

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; CyberPower CP1500AVRLCD3 Intelligent LCD UPS System, 1500VA/900W, 12 Outlets, 2 USB Ports, AVR, Mini Tower, Black - 1500VA NEW from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; Logitech G Astro A20 X Lightspeed Wireless Gaming Headset from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; ManbaOne Interactive Screen Wireless Gaming Controller - White from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; PlayStation 5 - DualSense Wireless Controller – Rhythm Blue - DualSense Controller - Rhythm Blue from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; GameSir T7 Pro Wired Xbox Controller from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; LG 27G411A-B 27-inch Ultragear from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

WOAH! Anonymous just gifted me; WOLFBOX MF200 Electric Air Duster from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Look at these amazing deals you can find at the Italian Exotics dealership!

A screenshot of the 'Italian Exotics' dealership in Forza Horizon 6, with a very notable thing that's missing; Any cars for sale whatsoever.

No I didn't buy anything to make them disappear. There's just NOTHING here. Good game!

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I swear if I see another video that has "He/she/they is/are done." in the thumbnail I'm going to turn into the fucking Joker Take me back to a time when the video thumbnail was literally a still within the video itself.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Beating sweats at their own game is genuinely one of the most satisfying outcomes possible I love the Honda Beat IRL, but man Horizon 6 has seriously damaged its reputation for many, lmao.

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

How the fuck did I average 44 viewers for Group S Challenge of ALL games? Its the 4th HIGHEST average viewership for any stream of mine, behind the TXR 2025 Early Access stream (47), a KuruHS-raided NFS Prostreet stream from 2018 (48), and the GT4 Randomizer Race I was in earlier this year (54).

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I feel like they were trying to capitalize on what may have been considered 'cool' or 'edgy' at the time, when really I think most people would have preferred a more honest cover art, lmao. What makes it worse is most of the PAL cover arts that Acclaim also published were generic, but acceptable!

The PAL cover art for Bust-a-Move 2 on the PlayStation, which though somewhat generic is atleast FAR more faithful to the game than the guy being tortured in a bubble that we got. You'll probably be unsurprised to know that the later Nintendo 64 and MS-DOS releases of Bust-a-Move 2 retained this box art for North America, I wonder why?

The PAL cover art for both the PlayStation 1 and Dreamcast versions of Bust-a-Move 4. Yes its generic, but its still a lot more faithful than that 3D monster contraption that we got for the Dreamcast version in North America. Natsume actually published the PlayStation 1 version in North America, where they used a much more traditional box art with Bub and Bob in the centre, so atleast Natsume got it right!

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I will never understand what the people over at Acclaim were trying to smoke with their marketing. How do we get people to play a puzzle game? Let's show the face of someone being tortured 'A Clockwork Orange' style. Not the only time they committed monstrosities with the Bust-A-Move box art/ads.

The US Box art for the Dreamcast release of 'Bust-A-Move 4', featuring a rather grotesque looking version of Bub in the centre, with other characters from the game in the background done up in this rather creepy 3D style. The characters in-game are 2D sprites by the way.

The box art for 'Super Bust-A-Move' on the PlayStation 2, featuring a baby wearing sunglasses whilst blowing a bubble. Like... what? What does this have to do with the game at all? How good was the weed over there at Acclaim circa the start of the new millennium?

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I... didn't even realize I hit over 2,000 followers on Twitch earlier this year. Took me many years to get here, but its really telling that people are resonating with my content, and that means the WORLD to me. Thank you. 💙

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ThunderTHR @thunderthr.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

WOAH! DustinEden just gifted me; a surprise gift from my Throne wishlist! Thank you! <3

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