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Hi everyone, we have a new interview for you. 🥰
Seth Burn had a chance to talk with the Trigger staff about Panty & Stocking, the challenges of returning to a work like it years later, and more. It's a great read and we hope you enjoy it.
#interview #anime
An image macro of Lions player Rock Ya-Sin holding his hands up to his helmet in shock
And here's a blank version if you want to make your own.
17.11.2025 04:54 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
An image macro of Lions player Rock Ya-Sin holding his hands up to his helmet in shock with the text "When I realize, I'm the one who wrote the code that's not working."
Recently, I've been watching football with some friends and we all think this moment from the Eagles Lions game has a lot of potential. Here's the first idea that came to my mind.
17.11.2025 04:46 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 1
The end screen of the final chapter of Resident Evil Revelations 2. The words "Episode Four: Metamorphosis END" written in yellow on the wall of a barely lit room.
The results screen for the final chapter of Resident Evil Revelations. An A in Accuracy, C in Number of Retries and a B in Clear Time average out to a B overall.
The end of the credits for Resident Evil Revelations 2. The names of the last few special thanks are moving off screen with "Thank you for playing!' at the end.
Game #12 of 2025: Resident Evil: Revelations 2
I really liked this one especially two duos and how actions in Claire & Moira's campaign affected Barry & Natalia's. I didn't know about the bad ending going into this so getting that was a shock. I had to go back and replay a few parts.
#beatit2025
In what is probably the last entry in “Things I Never Thought I’d Say,” in this month’s episode, I used the phrases “cuteness aggression” and “aura farming” for the first time ever to make sure we appeal to that younger demographic.
28.10.2025 22:53 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0You know, I don’t think I ever had any interest in watching fighting game competitions but then I went to Sajam Slam tonight. Now, I understand the exhilaration of the close match followed by the perfect K.O. and a competition coming down to the very final match. #twitchcon
19.10.2025 04:56 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The start of the credits of Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. The logo of the game on a tropical island background
A slide from the ending of the game. All of the player's companions stand on the deck of the ship with a parchment colored text box describes how the player and their actions affected the party.
The final slide of the ending. The player's ship sails off into the sunset as the textbox reads: "As the Watcher of Caed Nua and the former Herald of Berath, you return to your ship and begin the long journey home. You hope for clam weather."
Game #11 of 2025: Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire by Obsidian
Another sequel I played in 2025 that gave the party a ship to sail around the world and let them be/fight pirates and this might be my favorite. Really liked the turn-based mode and the new party members especially Maia.
#beatit2025
Never thought I’d get to say “Memes. The DNA of the soul,” on a podcast but then, this episode came along.
02.10.2025 19:52 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
The end of Hollow Knight showing that I got 104% completion in 43 hours and 14 minutes.
A blank screen with the announcement that I unlocked the quest/achievement "Dream No More"
A message of congratulations from the developers Team Cherry: "Congratulations. Well done on achieving this great feat. You persevered and you triumphed. We hope you enjoyed yourself in the world of Hollow Knight. We'll meet again soon on the road ahead."
The screen after game completion showing that I unlocked the quest/achievement "Completion."
Game #10 of 2025: Hollow Knight by Team Cherry
Decided to replay this before starting Silksong and also wanted to fight the true final boss as well. I didn't realize just how many things I had failed to uncover my first time playing it. I nearly doubled my playtime.
BLUE ENCOUNT is a band that's known for the work on anime like My Hero Academia, Gintama, and YAIBA: Samurai Legend. We recently got the chance to interview them at Anime Boston 2025, and you can check it out now via the link below!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/visual-kei-j...
#BLUEENCOUNT
I read this series earlier this year as part of my manga book club. The things I learned from this article really help me understand some of the work’s peculiarities.
19.08.2025 20:56 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Heart-shaped Box of Memories: A "Princess Ai" Retrospective - Megan D explores the origins of Princess Ai, its cynical merchandising and multimedia plans, and its whimper of an exit from the market in a biting essay.
#manga #princessai
The start of the credits for SteamWorld Heist II. The logo for the game against the backdrop of a tropical waterway. Below the logo are "Published by Thunderful Publishing, Developed by Thunderful Gothenburg and Game Director" with a name that is cut off by the bottom of the screen.
Game #9 of 2025: SteamWorld Heist II by Thunderful Gothenburg
Another great entry in the series. I started like a week ago and couldn't put it down. I had so much fun heading out to sea looking for the next mission. I also liked the class/skill system for its interesting combos.
#BeatIt2025
The start of the credits for Golden Sun: The Lost Age. The following text in white on a black background: Golden Sun: The Lost Age Staff Game Planning Hiroyuki Takahashi Shugo Takahashi
The final scene of Golden Sun: The Lost Age. A landscape showing what used to be Mt. Aleph and the town of Vale in warm sunlight with the words The End in the bottom right corner.
Game #8 of 2025: Golden Sun: The Lost Age by Camelot
The Golden Sun has set. Replaying this with Hao on Golden Sunday over at @atojconnections.bsky.social has been a great time. Played this game so many times as a kid and I think it really holds up. Can’t wait to play Live A Live next. #beatit2025
Can’t wait to hear what yawns sound like in 3D.
05.08.2025 04:27 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Are you currently locked in a box with a flask of poison and a radioactive source?
05.08.2025 04:26 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The logo for Golden Sundays. The logo for Golden Sun, the title in gold lettering on what looks like a wood background, with a plank attached with the word "days" written across it in red paint.
The Golden Sun rises for what may be the final time. The Mars Lighthouse is ready to be lit but a few more bosses still stand in the way of J.D. and Hao. Will they finish their quest? Find out on #GoldenSunday live now on our Twitch: twitch.tv/atojplays
03.08.2025 21:55 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0PC Gamer is also covering steam/itch now
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We lost to the last bonus boss...twice but we'll get 'em next week.
28.07.2025 01:37 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Reading the Wong Way is our monthly "Manga of the Month" podcast, and you can catch the latest episode over on Spotify! This time around we took a look at Shintaro Kago's English-language debut, Dementia 21! Check it out, and keep reading the wrong way!
open.spotify.com/episode/5S0g...
The logo for Golden Sundays. The logo for Golden Sun, the title in gold lettering on what looks like a wood background, with a plank attached with the word "days" written across it in red paint.
The Golden Sun rises for what may be the final time. Only one more Djinni and a handful of summons remain before J.D. and Hao take on the final boss. Will they wrap it up the game this week? Find out on #GoldenSunday live now on our Twitch: twitch.tv/atojplays
27.07.2025 21:55 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
We were lucky enough to attend the premiere of Science Saru's anime adaptation of Paru Itagaki's (Beastars) manga Sanda while at Anime Expo, and you can check out our thoughts on it via the link below!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi...
#SandaAnime
We were lucky enough to catch the North American premiere of Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine at Anime Expo 2025, amd you can check out our thoughts on both the movie, and the recent franchise, via the link below!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi...
#DetectiveConan
We recently got the chance to attend the New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt premiere at Anime Expo 2025, and you can check out our thoughts on the long-awaited continuation via the link below!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi...
#NewPantyStocking
We were lucky enough to attend the premiere of the anime The Summer Hikaru Died at Anime Expo last weekend, and you can check out our thoughts on the show (which is now streaming on Netflix) via the link below!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi...
#TheSummerHikaruDied
After a break for AX, the Golden Sun rises once again again. Will J.D. and Hao complete Magma Rock and move on towards the final Lighthouse? Find out on #GoldenSunday live now on our Twitch: twitch.tv/atojplays
13.07.2025 21:56 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
The start of the credits for Pepper Grinder. The logo from the game is just starting to go off screen at the top and the words "a game by" can be seen on the bottom of the screen.
The dev credits for Pepper Grinder: "A game by Ahr Ech LLC, Riv Hester with music by." The composer's name is not in the screenshot.
The final stage clear screen of Pepper Grinder. The main character and one of the bosses look over a sea of gold and treasure while some of the final boss's minions stand in the foreground.
Game #7 of 2025: Pepper Grinder by Ahr Ech
A fun game I could beat in a few hours while I play through longer ones and ones that never end. Fun design and overall gameplay. Some levels were more frustrating than difficult and felt like it wanted more precise control that it gave me.
#beatit2025
We recently got the chance to attend the premiere of the Gachiakura at Anime Expo this past weekend, and you can check out our thoughts on the new anime that you can watch now over on Crunchyroll!
Link: a-to-jconnections.com/animemangafi...
#Gachiakuta
