New York Videogame Critics Circle

GODS, it's HOT in here! @samanthabeart.bsky.social will be #PlayingWithPurpose with @alyssamerc.bsky.social on our Twitch 8/16 10AM ET. Return to Faerûn with Karlach herself as they journey through Baldur’s Gate 3! Stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

Make your mark! KarimCheese will be #PlayingWithPurpose on our Twitch 8/16 6PM ET. Tune in as Karim brings his A-game to the pitch in Rematch! Stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

Please go give NYVGCC a follow here and on Twitch to help boost visibility for this *amazing* fundraising stream-a-thon I helped organize.

August 16. We've got some *huge* names showing up to help support our Playing With Purpose initiative!

NYVGCC’s own Adam Siddiqui (@AMHarbinger) will be #PlayingWithPurpose on our Twitch 8/16 1PM ET. Join the fight against the Reapers with Adam as he journeys through Mass Effect Legendary Edition! Stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

He’s trading slapshots for spell cards! @ardaocal.bsky.social will be #PlayingWithPurpose on our Twitch 8/16 8AM ET. Don't miss Arda playing Hearthstone Legends to support video game writing classes for underserved students. Stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

That there's some good in this world, Mr. Frodo.
@camillapanda.bsky.social will be #PlayingWithPurpose at 4PM ET 8/16 on our Twitch to support games writing classes for underserved students! Pack a 2nd breakfast as she streams Tales of the Shire!
Stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

How'd you like that!? @johnericbentley.bsky.social & @ironlordspodcast.bsky.social will be #PlayingWithPurpose at 12PM ET 8/16 on Twitch to support games writing classes for underserved students! Don't miss Barret himself talking FF7 with the Iron Lords & stay tuned for more exciting announcements!

Join us on Twitch for an all day Charity Stream benefitting NYVGCC’s Playing With Purpose!
Sat Aug 16 8AM–10PM ET
Don't miss: special guests, good games & a great cause, all supporting underserved students in games & writing!
Watch this space as we announce our special guests 👀!

CALLING ALL STREAMERS!

NYVGCC is hosting a charity stream on AUG 16. All funds raised will support Playing With Purpose, our video games writing and mentoring program for underserved students in NYC.

If you are interested, please DM for more info!

The Roundup: Koira, Lost Records Tape 2, AC Shadows, No Animal Crossing In Mario Kart World, VTuber Graduations, More! By Ronald Gordon Happy Spring and welcome back to the Roundup, where we gather up the stories of members and interns alike to give them a shoutout! This time around we’ve got news about: Lost Recor…

The Roundup: Koira, Lost Records Tape 2, AC Shadows, No Animal Crossing In Mario Kart World, VTuber Graduations, More! nygamecritics.com/2025/05/01/t...

The Insight: Saniah Became Joyfully Lost In AC Shadows’ Wide World And Deep Story! By Saniah Etienne I had my first experience with the Assassin’s Creed franchise at age nine, playing Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation. I was fascinated by the storyline and the allure of the …

As a longtime fan of Assassin's Creed, Saniah thoroughly enjoyed #assassinscreedshadows for it's riveting story and beautiful world!
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The Insight: Karoline Says Afterlove EP Draws You In With Deep, Emotional Connections! By Karoline Castillo-Troncoso Developed by Pikselnesia and published by Fellow Traveller Games, AfterLove EP illustrates the poignant story of a young musician as he grapples with the death of his …

"I recommend Afterlove EP to players wanting an experience that possesses a moving and charming essence..."

Check out the full feature by Karoline for @nyvgcc.bsky.social 👇
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The Essay: Play Time With The Switch 2! By Harold Goldberg Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser proudly spoke about the new Switch 2 in Manhattan yesterday. Yesterday, I attended Nintendo’s Switch 2 press event in Manhattan wi…

Harold attended the Switch 2 press event in Manhattan yesterday. Check out his report from the event linked below.

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Sam Lake Mega Ran · Sam Lake · Song · 2025

At the 14th NY Game Awards, @megaran.com introduced an amazing new track dedicated to @samlakewrites.bsky.social . You can stream 'Sam Lake' now on Spotify!
50% of the proceed will support our Playing With Purpose games education program!
Thanks, Mega Ran & Sam!
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Remaining tickets to the NY Game Awards are now on sale for $45 - get them before they are gone! We’re only one week away! Now is your chance to join Legend @samlakewrites.bsky.social and musical guest @megaran.com!
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The NY Game Awards are just around the corner. Join Legend winner @samlakewrites.bsky.social and musical guest @megaran.com LIVE on 1.21.25 at SVA Theatre. Tickets are still available!
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Who will win big at the #NewYorkGameAwards? Find out 1.21.25 at 8pm on YT/Twitch or in person (tickets below).

Join Legend winner @samlakewrites.bsky.social & musical guest @megaran.com as we celebrate the best of 2024!

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New York Game Awards 2024 Nominations The nominations for the 14th annual New York Game Awards were revealed Tuesday.

✨ 1000xRESIST has been nominated for multiple categories at New York Game Awards! ✨

🏆 Best Music in a Game
🏆 Best Writing in a Game
🏆 Best Indie Game
🏆 Best Game of the Year

hekki grace @nyvgcc.bsky.social 🤯🙏

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ The nominees for the NY Game Awards will be revealed LIVE on 1.7.25 by @logancunningham.bsky.social (Hades) & Hannah Telle (Life is Strange)!

Watch live on our YouTube channel youtube.com/@NYVGCC

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ The nominees for the NY Game Awards will be revealed LIVE on 1.7.25 by @logancunningham.bsky.social (Hades) & Hannah Telle (Life is Strange)!

Watch live on our YouTube channel youtube.com/@NYVGCC

YouTube video by NYVGCC Sam Lake Shares The Struggles And Triumphs Of Learning To Read And Write In English

This week, NYVGCC intern Karoline talks with @samlakewrites.bsky.social about learning to read and write in English! www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoTv...

Don't miss your chance to get tickets to the New York Game Awards! Join us live with Legend Winner @samlakewrites.bsky.social, musical guest @megaran.com & more! 1.21.25 @ 8pm

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Holiday gift money burning a hole in your pocket? How about a ticket to the New York Game Awards? Join Legend winner @samlakewrites.bsky.social and musical performer @megaran.com on 1/21/25!

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Still looking for that last minute gift? Give the gift of tickets to the NY Game Awards!
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Mega Ran Tapped To Perform For 2025 New York Game Awards The 2025 New York Game Awards reveals one of its performers for the event as Mega Ran has joined the festivites in January

Still pretty..cool

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YouTube video by NYVGCC Sam Lake Discusses Crossovers & The Multiverse

NYVGCC intern Khloe returns to talk with @samlakewrites.bsky.social about crossovers and the multiverse in creative storytelling.

Don't miss the awards 1.21.25 streaming live on YouTube & Twitch. You can JOIN us live and in person - see tickets in bio.

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Join Sam and all of the nominees LIVE and in person at the NY Game Awards on 1.21.25! Get your tickets now!
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This week, @samlakewrites.bsky.social gives our interns advice on starting a career as a game writer. Subscribe on YouTube for more videos with Sam. And get tickets to the NY Game Awards - link in the thread below!
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Don't forget to grab your tickets to the New York Game Awards LIVE and in person in NYC 1.21.25! Ticket are on sale now! Can't make it in person? Watch live on our YouTube!
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YouTube video by NYVGCC Sam Lake Breaks Down The Creative Process

This week, Isaac talks with @samlakewrites.bsky.social about the creative process. Follow NYVGCC over on YouTube for more weekly content.
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