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Travis Lynn

@travisepic.bsky.social
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
I always ask my students if they're making games for passion or to sell. Sometimes those things can overlap but having the understanding and expectation up front is important.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The hot dog mistranslation will never not be funny.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I got home finished the FFXV collab in FFXIV then pass out. Now I'm back at work. Looking forward to a couple days off to enjoy my new mount.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
This seems like a perspective thing. I'm use to games giving enough EXP on the critical path so you're not under-leveled. If the critical path is giving less EXP than needed this just seems like bonus EXP. How I would have promoted it is being able to take on a challenge without the bonus EXP.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
This is a game one of my former students is working on: bsky.app/profile/trav...
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
We're back for another #WishlistWednesday. If you're into classic survival horror games with a PS1 era vibe, check out Rest Assured! What games should I be checking out? store.steampowered.com/app/4993360/...
store.steampowered.com
Rest Assured on Steam
A classic-inspired survival horror story told through two contrasting perspectives. Trapped inside a corporate cryopreservation facility on the night its “preserved” occupants stop staying preserved, ...
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Registration should be open/pushed harder for SGC in the coming weeks if you all are still interested.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
ARR is huge since it's the base game. Just focus on MSQ and you'll get to HW in no time!
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I'm at work or would tune in. Hope it's awesome.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
You know it's #wishlistwednesday! Send me your indie game recommendations! I'm on the hunt to play more indies.
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John Tedrick @tedrick-art.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Keeper of the Quiet Hour New card illustration revealed for Magic the Gathering's upcoming set, Reality Fracture! AD Sam Padilla Copyright Wizards of the Coast, 2026.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Haha, I actually used that article as this week's discussion board prompt for my game dev students. Congrats!
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
One of my former game dev students shared their new project with me recently. Always excited to see what they create. If you're into classic survival horror games, take a look. store.steampowered.com/app/4993360/...
store.steampowered.com
Rest Assured on Steam
A classic-inspired survival horror story told through two contrasting perspectives. Trapped inside a corporate cryopreservation facility on the night its “preserved” occupants stop staying preserved, ...
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Broad strokes, political, climate change, industry direction, etc. Mostly all of it at once. Hard to focus when there are so many being hurt by different things in the world.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Just venting friend. Sometimes you just gotta let things out.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
I love game dev and gaming culture. I wouldn't teach game dev if I didn't. But it's really hard to focus on those things in today's climate.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I'm sensing a trend 🤔
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Reminder if you use Twitch, you can disable AI training in your Security Settings.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Had a blast with the FFXIV Moonfire Faire. I even wore my legacy glam. Always a fun event. Make sure to get your mounts!
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
I really don't get people complaining about The Odyssey being in IMAX. There are plenty of production that have limited runs, viewings, etc. From film to theater, to art museums, and more. At least the Odyssey has options.
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Dr. Amy Acton @amyactonoh.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
I have spent my whole career working to make life better for Ohioans. Let’s get the job done.
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Malarkey Mayhem 🦂 @malarkey88.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Wait, I'm so lost
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
"Huh, discords down" *goes back to playing my game*
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kjcon.bsky.social @kjcon.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Finally set up a gaming rig for the living room. I get tired of sitting at a computer desk. I went with Bazzite. One thing I set up was creating a dynamic wallpaper/lock screen that utilizes screenshots from the most recent game played.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Go vote today Ohio.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
May the 4th be with you! Did anyone else always use the Ultima Weapon in Final Fantasy VI cause it looked like a lightsaber?
Final Fantasy 6 battle shot of Locke using the Ultima Weapon on a Brachiorid.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
This is a very interesting mechanic. I'm curious to see how many players opt for power over aesthetic UI. I like how it conveys that the hunger for power is messy and dirty.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I do however miss the clash mechanics from the two previous games. Having to randomly mash buttons or rotate your analog stick in the middle of combat made it feel engaging even in the turn-based format. Beam struggles are also hype.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I'm nearing the end of my first play through of Monster Hunter Stories 3. The QOL improvements are by far my favorite thing. The game overall feels like MHS version of Dragon Age Inquisition, which I adore. The idea of restoring animal habitats as the MC is amazing and I want more games like that.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I do a monthly dive into what's free on PS+ and/or Steam and play one of those titles that interests me. This keeps my library growing and rotating. If I like the game I usually pick up something else from the developer.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I'm giving my last final today. I'll be able to log back on now that the semester has ended.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
"PLEASE SQUARE I HAVE BILLS TO PAY!"
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Dr. Amy Acton @amyactonoh.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Regional universities like Kent State provide amazing opportunities for thousands of Ohioans and meet students where they are. We should be doing everything we can to support them. Ohioans deserve nothing less than a governor who will work to keep Ohio a national leader in education.
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Kent State president pushes back on Ramaswamy’s university consolidation plan
Kent President Todd Diacon says state funding cuts have outpaced enrollment declines. Adjusted for inflation, state support today is 27% lower than it was in 2005, when enrollment figures were similar...
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
media.tenor.com
a video game character with the word gross in the corner
ALT: a video game character with the word gross in the corner
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
For an "astrophotography" account, I'm not sure why there is genAI slop on it.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Yeah, I'm about the same distance from the IL, MI, and VA locations. :(
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Send me some. I live no where near a Jollibee, but I love Moogles.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Well Ohio is out of luck :(
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
I really dig the whimsy.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
This is the one 64 game I played other than Goldeneye.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Not to mention having a random legendary monster appear the first night I took camp was pretty crazy. This feels like a great direction for the series. I hope to post more on it as I play through. I'm still in the first area.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
The quality of the game is noticeable. QOL adjustments with mount swapping, gene splicing, and just menu nav is great. The more dynamic movement being able to dive off your mount and having it catch you mid-air is hype.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Okay I played through Monster Hunter Stories 1 & 2. Fun little games.I didn't feel super incentivized to play the post-story, without NG+ etc, I'd rather just jump to the next game. Going into MHS3 blind I didn't realize how different it was going to be. I'm really happy with the improvements.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
I was writing a post about not being a fan of a lot of post game content in rpgs. But then I accidentally closed my tab, so this is my low effort version.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
I just want to go home and play video games.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Hey look, it's me.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
World of Final Fantasy is such a joy. I really hope for a sequel. I like that FF was creating turn based spin-offs while experimenting with the main line.
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Travis Lynn @travisepic.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
I'll probably try again at a later time but for now I'm just going to play some of my other backlog.
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