Monday, August 3, 2026

Fun, long article about creating the podracing game Episode 1: Racer

Lengthy article by Jack Yarwood:
At the time development of the game started for the N64 and Windows computers, the filmmakers had yet to decide on many of the vehicles' intricacies. This meant the team often had to interpret how they thought the pods moved and functioned before running it by the filmmakers.
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we had to finish it first, right? The game had to be completed two or three months before the movie
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We were trying to figure out whether it's the engines that are making the pod swing around, or if the pod is steering the engines around. Eric, you want to describe your experience rollerblading with your dogs? 
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 I had two big Labradors that had chest harnesses and a leash made of climbing rope, and I had a skateboard. And

New the new S.H.Figuarts Fuchikoma and Kusanagi toys (based on the Amazon series) are up for preorder

At the BBTS.


New Humble Bundle featuring digital board games

Starts at $1 for 25 items--games, DLC, coupons (including various Game of Thrones content).

Ken Block got a Lego set

Preorder at Amazon for $29.99. (I posted photos of the real thing way back in 2014.)


Today's news and jokes

obsessed with the font on IKEA's clam chowder packaging. this is what's in the freezer on the Nostromo

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— davemakes🔶 (@mixolumia.com) July 31, 2026 at 1:29 AM


Oh I immediately recognised that font! It's Shin Go, probably most recognizable for being the go-to font for the UI in every other Nintendo game (although they use a very slightly modified version).

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— Howling Techie (@howlingtechie.bsky.social) July 31, 2026 at 1:56 AM



Or could be New Rodin

Raising a baby giraffe

@tanganyikawildlifepark Milani Update #babygiraffe #giraffe #milani #kansas ♬ original sound - TanganyikaWildlifePark


@tanganyikawildlifepark Early on, the lights being off was unsettling for her. Now she’s learning it’s a safe place to rest. 🦒 #babygiraffe #giraffe #kansas ♬ original sound - TanganyikaWildlifePark




@tanganyikawildlifepark “I am super slimy and slobbery and I don’t like it.” #blackandwhite #easteregg #babygiraffe #giraffe ♬ original sound - TanganyikaWildlifePark




@tanganyikawildlifepark Nights. Mornings. Weekends. Meetings. Around-the-clock care for Milani. 💜 Every milestone she’s reached has been possible because of a team that shows up every single day, before the sun comes up, long after it goes down, on weekends, and in between meetings. Caring for Milani isn’t limited to a shift. It’s a 24/7 commitment fueled by dedication, teamwork, and a whole lot of love. note: These videos were taken before Milani had her IV removed. She is still proudly scarf-free and continues to get stronger every day. Thank you for cheering her on through every step of her journey. #babygiraffe #giraffe #kansas ♬ original sound - TanganyikaWildlifePark




@tanganyikawildlifepark We were not emotionally prepared for Milani’s first zoomies 🥹 #giraffe #babygiraffe #zoomies #kansas ♬ original sound - TanganyikaWildlifePark

The Minnesota Lynx embraced quickie Microsoft Paint portraits