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Guy 'Yug' Blomberg

@yug.bsky.social

Aussie in NYC || Founder of @thegameclub.bsky.social & @thegig.bsky.social & Previously Director of DreamHack, E3, PAX, The Mana Bar

1,170 Followers  |  40 Following  |  140 Posts  |  Joined: 03.07.2023  |  1.5553

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It's that time again, the countdown has begun. Only three days remain to join to get in on December's game! Join now and you won't be charged until the first of the month. Plus, you get the satisfaction of uncovering a hidden gem of a game. ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŽฎ

28.11.2025 17:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

This week sees our first Game Club meetups happening all over the world - this photo is from the first one in Wichita, Kansas, others later this week in London, Paris, Melbourne, New York, and more.

It's validating to finally see people genuinely meeting and connecting cause of what we've built!

24.11.2025 21:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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20 years ago, on this day, Xbox 360 launched. If you can hear this gif, you've been waiting for a new Halo game for a really long time.

19.11.2025 22:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We have a podcast, hosted by @robmanuel.bsky.social!

19.11.2025 19:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Big city loneliness is a modern paradox that AI companion companies are aggressively marketing to.

@thegameclub.bsky.social has a different take - get people in the same room with shared interests and discussion prompts. Address the problem, not the symptom

Full ep: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxOA...

19.11.2025 02:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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The Game Club's Cheat Code for Community - Guy Blomberg and Shay P Leighton | grokludo 16 Guy Blomberg and Shay Leighton have started a book club. It's called The Game Club, because it's not really about books, it's about games. But it's not really about games โ€“ it's about friends. Withโ€ฆ

We cracked the code ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ป

The Game Club founders @yug.bsky.social and Shay P. Leighton reveal their 'cheat code' for community in an interview with @thejunglist.bsky.social. It's not just about gamesโ€”it's about fighting the loneliness epidemic. Get the full story: tinyurl.com/yn9rfvt3 #thegameclub

17.11.2025 19:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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No one told us that making friends as an adult would just keep getting harder ๐Ÿ˜”

The Game Club isn't just about playing games, it's about finding your people and developing lasting connections. The games are the vehicle, the friendships are the point. ๐Ÿค

15.11.2025 18:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Partners It's like a book club, but for games.

We've launched a partner program for @thegameclub.bsky.social

Limited spaces available for creators and streamers to get monthly games, content, and $$$

thegameclub.com/partners

11.11.2025 21:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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24 Killers Soundtrack, by Todd Luke 26 track album

When you wish you were playing 24 Killers, but you're stuck at work instead: happyshabbygames.bandcamp.com/album/24-kil...

11.11.2025 16:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What are members saying about our first official game, 24 Killers? ๐Ÿค”

๐Ÿ† "This is a top tier first choice!"
๐Ÿ’ช "This looks like a super fascinating game, excited to dive into it!"
๐ŸŒ™ "It's incredible honestly. It's reminiscent of Moon RPG."

I think it's safe to say we know how to pick 'em ๐Ÿ’…

06.11.2025 17:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yesssss!

You can still absolutely join a Clubhouse and attend even if you didn't play this months game too, we design the format and questions to be broad as needed.

05.11.2025 20:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Only just started last month! This month is our first game, pretty exciting!

04.11.2025 13:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Get ready to game with us! ๐ŸŽฎ Weโ€™re kicking off our first game,, "24 Killers," by Happy Shabby Games! If you love nostalgia, unhinged vibes and life sims, youโ€™ll fit right in. Then, each month, weโ€™ll meet at exclusive Clubhouses across the world to connect and make new friends.

01.11.2025 13:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3
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Welcome to The Game Club It's like a book club, but for games.

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Use the promo code SPOOKY2025 for 50% off the first 3 months of your Game Club membership.

Register today to get your copy of next months game tomorrow!

www.thegameclub.com

31.10.2025 17:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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People keep asking us: "So... it's a book club for games? But how does it work?" ๐Ÿค”

๐Ÿ’ป Join on our website (link in bio)
๐ŸŽฎ Get a new game each month!
๐Ÿก Select your Clubhouse
๐Ÿค Connect and make friends
๐Ÿฆธโ€โ™€๏ธ Host your own Clubhouse (optional, for heroes who love to connect and host events)

Join today!

30.10.2025 16:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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The rise of friend making events combating the loneliness epidemic Several in-person friend making initiatives have launched in New Zealand this year, largely attracting the age group experiencing the most loneliness.

www.1news.co.nz/2025/10/28/t...

This is the real goal of #TheGameClub, helping people find friends with shared interests in the same location/timezone.

Our first game is revealed on Nov 1st, join before then to find a meetup near you (Melbourne? London? Sydney? New Orleans?)!

www.theGameClub.com

30.10.2025 03:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Guess the game...

29.10.2025 18:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We're all about finding your people and forging friendships through games. ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿค Each month, we host special Clubhouse events to connect and share our passion for games with folks that just get it. Join us to be part of the fun before Nov. 1st to get our debut game!
#gamer #gamedev #indiegames

28.10.2025 15:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 16    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Have an opportunity (with $$) for the right variety creators.

HMU via DM if that's you, and if y'all could share with any other creators you think might be interested that'd be much appreciated!

27.10.2025 03:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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G'day mate, Iโ€™ve been trying to reach you about your cars extended warranty...

24.10.2025 23:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

If you're interested in meeting and growing new friends in your life and you like the idea of #theGameClub, please join it this week!

No charge for October, but you gotta join now to get your copy of next month's game!

22.10.2025 19:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Evacuation at @paxaus.bsky.social ๐Ÿ˜ฏ

That's a first. Keep calm folks.

11.10.2025 04:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reppin the @thegameclub.bsky.social brand!

07.10.2025 06:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Welcome to The Game Club It's like a book club, but for games.

JUST LAUNCHED!

TheGameClub.com - like a book club but for games!

Join or host group gatherings all over the world to discuss our your shared experience. The game is just the icebreaker, the goal is to forge friendships.

Use promo code HEYLOOKLISTEN for 50% off today!

05.10.2025 15:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 18    ๐Ÿ” 13    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Ahh that's rough, and I hear similar stories from many other folks too. Hopefully this Game Club thing might be helpful!

05.10.2025 09:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Welcome to The Game Club - The Game Club

It would mean the world to me if you would sign up, support, share.

www.TheGameClub.com

Use the promo code YUGFRIEND2025 to join at 50% off.

(You won't be charged at all until next month when you get the code for the first game)

05.10.2025 03:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We've been working on this for months now, and we just put it live, so if you're interested in being a part of this, meeting other people on your level, being part of a community built on CARE and LISTENING to each other.

05.10.2025 03:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The Hosts gets a curated set of questions designed to move beyond game mechanics โ€” into personal stories, emotions, and perspectives.

The game is just the icebreaker, the goal is to forge friendships.

05.10.2025 03:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Each month you get a copy of our carefully selected curated game, and at the end of each month we all gather in small groups all over the world - online or in-person - to discuss our shared game experience.

05.10.2025 03:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

So I had an idea along with one of my mates to create something we think can help.

I present to you - The Game Club (@thegameclub.bsky.social)

It's like a book club, but for games.

05.10.2025 03:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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