Over 15 years in a software development career. I am a genealogist, gamer, skeptic and consumer advocate.

New Zealand
Joined June 2010
What PC game would you like to see created - maybe it's something so difficult to make? I have a few ideas for a future game. Maybe even something tricky that AI would still struggle to copy. #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev
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I was looking at 4D games; few around now, but I haven't seen anything that uses detailed 4D models, usually just "simple" 4D shapes. Any 4D modelers out there? Haha. I was also researching a time-travel MMO/online RTS and how that could work. What game do you wish existed?
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Does anyone have a difficult game they are creating that other game devs have been afraid to make and that they want to show off? #ScreenshotSaturday
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New trailer and updated Steam visuals for Petri Party are live! We're launching into Early Access on 11 December. Check it out (wishlist if you can; it helps a ton): store.steampowered.com/app/4… #indiegame #indiedev
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New, sweet-looking Steam images and logo for our game, Petri Party. AI-free. store.steampowered.com/app/4… #IndieGameArt #gamedev
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Good news, Petri Party now has a Steam Store page. It's a fast, chaotic couch party game that supports up to 18 players, with both PvP and campaign modes. Would this be something you would play? What would you like to see added? store.steampowered.com/app/4…
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Let me know your feedback. Destroy it if you have to. It's the first game from a tiny team - we need to know. Those who have played it have had a lot of fun with the chaos. #FeedbackFriday #gamedev
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A large US company, Bricks & Minifigs, is having its reputation destroyed on social media over a $200k Lego collection. Most of it was stolen from the owner, a dying grandfather wanting to sell the Lego and give the money to his grandchildren. illumdig.substack.com/p/stol…
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The story takes a left turn, showing clear police corruption on video as officers protect store owners who won't return the Lego. I've been hooked on the story and wrote a detailed recap.
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I examine one of the deadliest bog disasters in Ireland and the misinformation that has been spreading for over 200 years. illumdig.substack.com/p/bogg…
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Ryans of Coolnapisha, part 3, is completed. This one required a ton of hours of work! This information will help break down those brick walls in Irish genealogy. illumdig.substack.com/p/unco…
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A continuation of my research into the Ryans of Coolnapisha, Limerick, using records that I've never explored, going back 380 years ago. illumdig.substack.com/p/buil…
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My latest genealogy research, the hunt for the Ryan Darbys of Coolnapisha and Drumwood. Hopefully, some of the tips I shared will help those stuck with their Irish family history. illumdig.substack.com/p/scap…
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I have reviewed the latest S24 Ultra - premium with buggy elements, and again, Samsung's support is disappointing. illumdig.substack.com/p/sams…
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Daniel Ryan retweeted
Sensing Murder's Kelvin Cruickshank has been challenged to prove his ability for $100,000. dlvr.it/SmXwFM
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Daniel Ryan retweeted
No joke, NZ Skeptics is putting its money where its mouth is: $100,000 prize to anyone who can prove they possess a supernatural or paranormal ability. Visit skeptics.nz/latest/releases/… to learn more and follow us to see if our first invitees step up to the plate.
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I've written up (with voiceover) my battle against Samsung. What do people think - are they likely breaching the law? illumdig.substack.com/p/shat…
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Lots of positive comments about cricHQ. "it's brilliant” "CricHQ was superb" "Just go back to CricHQ? It works, and you appreciate it” “CricHQ was alot better.” "CricHQ was easy to use and much better with stats” “Crichq was so good.” “Bring back CricHQ!!!”