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Book cover for Crafty Game Writing: Secrets of Great Videogame Narrative by Alex Epstein.

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I'm very grateful for the opportunity to be amongst all these wonderful people.

There's a lot of lovely stuff in here for everyone.

so cute!!

This was also back when... there was no precedent to the games industry, so there is a "blueprint" where innovation and independent creativity have helped.

I'm not sure how much consolation this could be, but in 1983 after the crash the NES and growth of independent development helped add a tremendous amount of resources back into the industry.

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Gaming citizens, it is time...

The #PAXEast Swag Map is now LIVE! I will also be on the floor all 4 days, so if you appreciate the map or just want to say hi, by all means feel free to approach me! If you happen to catch me on my way to a meeting, I'll try to let you know kindly :)

Hey all! Take a look at this #GameDevJob. Junior level job, so great for those wanting to break into a studio. 😸 (Also, speaking as a fellow Daybreaker, the company is awesome!)

but truly, what *is* socializing? (I need to remember, and quickly.)

Ryan's brilliant to work with, reach out to him!

Be very careful, even if the studio has great ‘uWu’ presence online and treat their employees great, it doesn’t mean that they’ll pay their contractors fairly. It’s scary because in those situations, you might be willing to accept their low pay thinking ‘oh but they’ll hire me again! Ooh I’ll get visibility! ‘It’s okay to give away my Steam OST royalty money, I’ll get more gigs with them later!”. Spoiler alert: It probably won’t happen. It’ll be a one time low paying gig and that’s it. Don’t be fooled by any wholesome persona or online popularity, it’s a marketing tool. Freelancing sustainably means you need to know your worth and find ways to have it be respected. I’m writing this in the context of staying healthy in the games industry for years to come. I think it’s worth saying ‘no’ to exploitative gigs so that you preserve your long-term mental and financial health. That’s why in my last newsletter, I said that it’s okay, hell encouraged, to have another stable job. Freelancing cannot immediately become a full time stable career. Your health matters more and that should be the priority when negotiating pay for your next gig.

As a freelancer, it's much more than just getting a contract

It's about sustainable gigs. That includes saying no to short term exploitative contracts. I dont want people to burn out after 5 years.

Theres more to this excerpt so go read my latest newsletter!

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hi! i'm the Community Manager for Black Tabby Games and Sunset Visitor. you might assume from my job title that i'm quite comfortable with socializing... but i struggle with it pretty often!

if you do too, here's a handy article for navigating GDC (Great Difficulties with Communicating) 💖

I can set up email intros, do you have an email I can connect you with?

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I'm not saying "don't help" but what I am saying is to take a minute, pause, reflect—and identify whether the person in need wants to be overwhelmed by options, or just needs space.

Space to share with their peers their experience, and lift a huge burden emotionally.

Also, asking for help fucking sucks. Money always comes with strings and expectations, it's why if anyone comes on this platform asking for it—assume the worst has happened, and if you can chip in, please do.

But I'm witnessing people have to remind everyone of boundaries, and the purpose of posts

Is the person looking for solutions, or comfort?

Sometimes, we want to yell! We want to vent in these silly blue-tinted platforms.

Because we have—literally—tried everything.

"Have you reached out to XYZ? Sued them? Applied for unemployment?"

Yes, yes, yes.

Having been looking for full-time work since 2023, I understand that this industry is full of well-intentioned folks who during hardships want nothing more but to help.

Help those affected by layoffs, help out peers during abhorrent situations.

But I ask everyone to take a pause, and think—

it's GDC week eve, have you
+ Got your business cards?
+ Updated your website?
+ Locked in your meetings?
+ Looking out for your marginalized and international dev friends?

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A promotional picture for the French and Spanish update. Sep, jumping on Ader's back, looks mischievously at Eina, who in turn looks at Ader, terrified while he looks nervously at her. "Finally in Spanish and French!" reads the text under The Hayseed Knight logo.

¡Muy buenas, gente! Et salut tout le monde !

Today's the 2nd anniversary of the full release of The Hayseed Knight... and IT'S FINALLY FULLY AVAILABLE IN SPANISH AND FRENCH!!

With a 50% DISCOUNT TO BOOT! Don't miss it!!

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#furry #visualnovel

The Game Club - March 2026 Game - Just Crow Things You're a little crow trying to prove herself to the world. Make new animal friends, poop on unsuspecting hoomans, and steal all the shiny trinkets!… The Game Club [ March 2026 ] Just Crow Things

This months game is JUST CROW THINGS!

PC Gamer says: "Finally, another chaotic animal game that has given me the same sadistic satisfaction as Untitled Goose Game."

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something that brings me an incredible amount of joy is seeing POC built spaces intentionally, and with purpose.

when I see small stores, POC-owned businesses fostering safe spaces. showcasing their culture in the building, and inviting others to share their talents in a venue...

I love it sm ✨

yeah, also not a good look that she wasn't the original singer behind the waka waka melody. IIRC, she has Lebanese ancestry?

but if anything, it's highlighted more in Ojos Asi than in Waka Waka

The only thing it feels worthwhile for me to say right now is pay attention to whether your feelings & the information you’re absorbing are paralyzing you or prompting you to meaningful action, whatever that is. Paralysis helps no one but the enemy.

traveling, being intentional. Grounded. Spending time with friends.

An unstoppable army of Natalies ✨

When there's too many Andreas, I try to go by my last name but uhh... People struggle with rolling their Rs 🫠

A sign that tables should always have a well-stocked inventory of Sasquatch-shaped gummies.

omg stay safe sahil 🫂

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