Jordan Ramée

Folks! We are at 94% overall reviews on Steam, which means we are very close (🤞) to getting an Overwhelmingly Positive overall rating. This is every dev's dream, and we are so grateful for your support. If you liked Cabernet, please consider giving us a thumbs up there 👍🖤

'Few games capture the spirit of indie game development quite like VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action. What initially started out as a short game for a Cyberpunk Game Jam back in 2014, soon became a standout indie hit. VA-11 Hall-A delivers a heartfelt story of happiness in the depths of disaster, draped in a unique cyberpunk aesthetic and set to a distinctive synthwave soundtrack to match. It’s a truly remarkable visual novel, and the perfect choice for our Design Works range. Produced in collaboration with Sukeban Games and Ysbryd, VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works explores the corrupt metropolis of Glitch City, its culture, and the people who frequent the game’s beloved hole in the wall, VA-11 Hall-A. Written by talented journalist and author Ashley Schofield (Polygon, EDGE, Unwinnable and VGC), you’ll hear how this world came to be and the cyberpunk touchstones that inspired it — all the while lending insight into the history of Venezuela, where the team is located, and the unique challenges of developing a game there. VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works will be a celebration of this beautiful indie masterpiece, and the people that made it all possible. Alongside contemporary interviews with writer/programmer Fernando Damas and artist/designer Christopher Ortiz conducted exclusively for VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works, the book also features a collection of highlights from the ‘Daily VA-11 Hall-A’ blog posts directly from Sukeban.moe. You can also expect deep dives into the development of the game’s prototype and prologue; the bartending mechanics that put you in the shoes of disaster bisexual bartender Jill Stingray, and interviews exploring its iconic synthwave soundtrack/jukebox with composer Michael Kelly. VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works features detailed insight into the game’s early concepts and development, an exploration of Glitch City itself, and a deep dive into the programming, art and soundtrack — an unmissable read for any fan.'

A magazine cover of Unwinnable Monthly #191, with the feature being my essay 'I Don't Want To Be This Kind of Animal Anymore' and art by Shafer Brown. An excerpt reads: In the dark times, should the stars also go out? 'Revachol is still. Silent. Decades of unrest, corruption and capital gain have reduced it to a shell of a city. And yet, under these sullen skies, a miracle is happening. The limbed and headed machine of pain and undignified suffering is firing up again.'

My review of Hollow Knight: Silksong for Video Games Chronicle. 'Hollow Knight: Silksong review: A game that intends to make you suffer, even to its own detriment. Team Cherry’s sequel has a clear mission statement, but doesn’t seem to consider the consequences. 3/5 stars.'

My review of Demonschool for Rock Paper Shotgun, included in RPS' Bestest Bests category. 'Demonschool review Saturday morning carcasses.'

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For anyone who can, a GoFundMe has been set up to help Rob's wife and their young daughter. Sending tons and tons of love and deepest condolences to Rob's family and friends.

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Associate Community Manager (Independent Contractor) Job Opening: Associate Community Manager (Independent Contractor) at Ruckus Games in United States.

I'm hiring for an Associate Community Manager (Contract) for
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This is an entry level position, especially great for streamers/content creators looking for the opportunity to break into the industry.

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Wolverine from Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine is preparing to extend his adamantine claws while dressed in his traditional yellow and black suit.

Interesting to see Marvel's Wolverine adopt the traditional color scheme and style for Logan's suit. After the studio gave Spider-Man that big ol' white spider, I was expecting Insomniac to similarly distinguish its Wolverine's look from the classic look.

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I love that my brand must include RPG musicals because five people have messaged me to make sure I knew about this game.

But...how? I've reviewed THREE games at once and felt like I was gonna die. I can't even imagine four...

No, Nintendo and Pokémon did not patent ‘summoning characters and making them battle’ Is that even allowed?

I dug into that recent Pokémon patent on @theverge.com in the interest of getting some facts straight www.theverge.com/games/779062...

CD PROJEKT RED — Award-Winning Creator of Story-Driven RPGs As the team behind The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, we create revolutionary RPGs with memorable stories that inspire gamers.

Posted this today. Please apply.
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Kobold Press Is Hiring Social Media Manager About Kobold Press Kobold Press is a renowned independent publisher of tabletop roleplaying games, best known for terrifying monsters, compelling adventures, and 5E-compatible products. Our passion is storytelling—from the dark c

Kobold Press is hiring!

Social Media Manager: Someone who loves TTRPGs & wants to lead the charge on digital engagement.

Community Manager: A people-focused powerhouse with a passion for RPGs that connects our products & fans.

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🚨🚨Potential job opportunity: looking for someone with experience in social media around gaming and entertainment. If this is you, DM for more details. If this isn't you, but you know someone who it is, send them my way.

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How Black Myth: Wukong Developer’s History of Sexism Is Complicating its Journey to the West - IGN For an indie studio that has only released mobile titles within China, this widespread acclaim over Black Myth: Wukong is a largely unprecedented feat, particularly for a game that has not been releas...

hey remember this report from @duckvalentine.bsky.social and @crapstacular.bsky.social? seems like a lot of people don't

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I can't believe we're getting both Silksong and Constance this year. Back-to-back too! I feel so spoiled

Don't tell me this when there are so many games on my backlog. I loved Eliza.

Hell yeah! Absolutely deserved!

Write for Spine - Into The Spine Do you want to write for Into The Spine? Here's everything you need to know, including rates and what we're looking for at the moment.

spine is taking pitches again, ranging from short ($30 for 150-300 words) to longer form pieces ($60 for 500-700 words). *please* read the guidelines carefully, which now reflect the current monthly budget. i want to hear from bipoc and queer folks first and foremost.

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a cat is holding a microphone in its mouth and singing into it . ALT: a cat is holding a microphone in its mouth and singing into it .

Call for a voice actor!

We’re looking to cast a female actress for our next game. Vocal age 25-35, Northern England accent, preferably Mancunian, incl. Pakistani and Indian Mancunian accents.

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i quit polygon; today's my last day. back to being an intergalactic bounty hunter (full-time freelance writer)! you'll soon see my bylines elsewhere & ofc you can still hear my video game opinions on Triple Click weekly. if you've got room in your budget for me: maddymyerswrites at gmail dot com <3

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Want to work with Paste’s games team? We’re looking for an intern to start in July. It’d be a part-time gig, and yes, it pays. Email a resume, a cover letter explaining your experience and goals, and links to pertinent writing you’ve done elsewhere to internships@pastemagazine.com by Friday 6/20.

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hey all, i just got laid off from my job. i have 10+ years exp in social media and gaming- worked for polygon, gamespot, rooster teeth, inverse. besides media, i’ve spent the last year working w/ devs to help market their games.

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Back in 2014, I began writing pretty consistently for Cracked as a columnist and it quickly led to one of the most insecure eras of my entire life. However, I think it can provide a lesson for anyone who wants to create stuff and wants to do it at a specific place.

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