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[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Stack Up News gives Blades, Bows & Magic a highly recommended rating for taking a simple concept and creating a fun but short and sweet well-executed experience.

And this simple card battler is just $6.99!
https://t.co/QyP4NTtNB4

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

If you missed Anime Central in Chicago this year, worry not! Stack Up Deputy Editor Michael Stern made it out to the event and gathered some highlights.

There's plenty to do that makes it worth the effort of getting out and attending the event!
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[Roberto| 🇵🇷 🇺🇲🇺🇦 @jehuty88]

Almost 0 HP. A dangerous snake. And lots and lots of balls.

#ballxpit has had a #NintendoSwitch trial the last few days and I'm certainly going to buy it.

This was a really intense encounter. Barely made it! #screenshotsunday

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Sidescrolling action experience ChainStaff is a blast to play with phenomenal visuals and solid gameplay.

Here's why our reviewer gave it a highly recommended rating:
https://t.co/yJNZx5oXXf

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Formula Legends takes the game from the 1950s and beyond, progressing into decade of racing after decade of racing.

However, it suffers from a lack of options and variety in its race across the decades. Read the review on Stack Up News:
https://t.co/RQl3weaNMY

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Twin-stick shooter Sektori is packed full of brilliant gemoetric visuals and top-notch gameplay with plenty of game modes to keep you coming back for more.

Here's why we highly recommend it on Stack Up News:
https://t.co/ItzBhiHz3D

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Looking for a card game to play for your next party/family/friend gathering?

Check out Flip 7 from The Op Games!

Our tabletop reviewer Michael Stern gave it a Must Buy rating, read why:
https://t.co/aZ8vy0izAN

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

The day is winding down... last minute purchases, finalizing trade deals, quick stops of last chance at buying a special food...

Thus ending another amazing @animecentral and here is to the longtime friends we saw, and to the new friends we made

Can't wait to see you next year!

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Good morning and welcome to the final 6 hours of @animecentral 2026!

Fans are lining up, sun is out, and its attendees last chance to grab swag, see Panels, and have one last hurrah for this year's convention!

Lets GOOOOOO!!!

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

What is going on at 3am during @animecentral ?

Rave in the big hall at the Hyatt, anime shows in meeting rooms, and video games in the video game area!

The fun is still going! 2 days almost done, only the last day to see everything that the convention has to offer!

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

"What do you do throughout a convention?"

Panels, look at cosplayers amazing work, dance parties, vendor and artist purchasing, and playing games with friends and other attendees!

#ConLife
#AnimeCentral
#Acen2026
#gaming
#mtg
#tabletopgames

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Worry not my Stack Up friend... the convention is still going strong!!

Planning to visit more vendors, because there are plenty to see, maybe jump in on a Draft Booster game for MTG, and meeting up with old friends and making some new ones!

@animecentral
#ACEN2026
#gaming

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Gearing up for day two of @animecentral. Lines are forming, costumes are being perfected, photos being taken, and there is a papable excitement and tension in the air!

And Stack Up is on site to show what this fantastic con has to give!

#ConLife
#acen2026
#animecentral
#gaming

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Great tunes, amazing DJ, cool people! Tons of fun!

72 hours of constant fun and good times!

#animecentral
#acen2026
#stackup
#real72hourcon

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Still up gaming with buddies online!

Its a blast here at @animecentral !!!

Going to the concert in a little bit... stay tuned and see what happens there!!

#animecentral
#acen2026
#ConLife
#StackUp
#StackUpAtTheCon
#GamingBuddies

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Hung out with some Pokémon, a demon crush from Baulars Gate 3, and Dr Doom...

What a great convention so far! Lets keep going!

Remember to keep checking in, this is a 72 hour con, which means it goes all night!

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

Found a panel about Chiikawa! Very interesting to hear some of the Kawaii background, and how it was released starting in Japan, and moving to the US...

Crazy how much I remember the fads and trends that happened!

Found a Sepheroth and violinist on the way to the panel too!

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

You know what time it is?!?!?

CONVENTION COVERAGE TIME!!

Stay tuned all weekend, all hours of today, tomorrow, and Sunday, for awesome coverage of the cool 72 hr convention called @animecentral in beautiful Rosemont, IL.

#ACEN2026
#AnimeCentral
#StackUpatConventions
#ConLife

[Stack Up News @8BitSalute]

The Shore is a mind-scrambling horror adventure with haunting visuals great for those who are looking for something short and creepy.

Here's why we gave it a recommended rating:
https://t.co/bhMhrY6NG1