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dr. andreastein, first of her name

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♨︎ narrative designer and community manager | game design adjunct @ UBalt | co-founder @centralpagamedevs | xFiraxis | bylines: live science opinions are mine, not employers etc etc https://asaravia.carrd.co/

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · Nov 21

Thank you all for over a thousand followers!

If you like narrative design, fantasy, queer stories and commentary from a Latin American lens on games—this is the perfect corner of the internet ❤️

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Tanya D. || Writer || Narrative Designer @cypheroftyr.bsky.social · 1d

Well, tone of the ttrpg writing/designing contract gigs I was on just went up in smoke for reasons outside of my control. So, yeah if anyone has leads on a full time job; HMU in DM's?

In the meantime throwing means of support out. Again. JFC

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Bruno Dias @brunodias.bsky.social · 1d

I'm going to be honest it is unpleasant to work in the discipline within the games industry that people seem to have especially-reserved venom for. Nobody seems really intent on calling out, eg, video game sountracks they think are middling as if it's really important to yell about.

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Sheila E. Young @sheilaeyoung1.bsky.social · 3d

It’s National Author’s Day. A lot of people say these words. “I could write a book. Anyone can do that.” And yet, it’s only a tiny percentage who actually complete one.
Here’s to the authors. We need creativity/art/escape more than ever.
Well done you! You are appreciated.🥂❤️

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Xavier needs a character art job @xavierck.com · 4d

DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY TIME
DO NOT DISCUSS UNIONS ON COMPANY T

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Cat Manning @catacalypto.bsky.social · 4d

there are probably a number of people who are pro-union but quiet about it on written platforms in an attempt to mitigate retaliatory behavior from paranoid employers. pic unrelated

Jason Schreier @jasonschreier.bsky.social · 4d

BREAKING: Yesterday Grand Theft Auto VI maker Rockstar Games fired dozens of people, all of whom were involved in union efforts. A British union calls it "blatant and ruthless" union-busting. Take-Two Interactive says it was due to misconduct.

Here's the scoop: www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

‘Grand Theft Auto’ Studio Accused of Union Busting After Firings

Union says 30 and 40 people were terminated. Rockstar Games’ parent company cites ‘gross misconduct’

www.bloomberg.com

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

I have a scarier one of dressing like a Silicon Valley web3 founder who played a game over the weekend, which the team must implement the mechanics of without breaking copyright laws (unintentionally) (it's so fucking cold I have the Steve Jobs turtleneck)

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 3d

I'm so, so grateful for the organizers of game jams and monthly challenges for creatives. It genuinely is so nice just being able to create again with people, and seeing themes where I'm like, "Oh I MUST submit something" folks my heart with so much joy anyways can you tell I'm excited 4 DiNoWriMo

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dr. hazel 🐇 @hazelmonforton.com · 4d

It’s here! ’The Prince of All Rats’, Fallen London‘s Exceptional Story for November, was written by yours truly. I hope you enjoy the seduction of our self-styled prince!

Failbetter Games - Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · 4d

"May I?" he asks, and he holds out a paw, his claws beckoning. He kisses the back of your hand.

The self-declared Prince of All Rats has the manners, bearing, and ambition to rule – and a personal interest in your acquaintance. Will you help the Fifth City to accept his claim?

A portrait of an upright, humanoid rat with three heads. It wears regal purple, with a frilly collar at its central throat. Its little ratty hand rests on its tail, which is draped across its lap.

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GRIM 💬 @gcbaccaris.itch.io · 5d

No tricks here, just treats! Use discount code 🎃 HALLOWEEN25 🎃 before November 7th to get 80% OFF any of my Patreon tiers for the first month. That's 300+ posts for $1!

🧡 patreon.com/gcbaccaris

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Lisette Titre-Montgomery @lisettetitre.bsky.social · 7d

Tip- if you’re not connected to your local community Volunteer! Mutual Aid and support makes a difference in your quality of life and provides a social safety net. Especially when you are most vulnerable.
The next few years are going to be difficult. Those without connection will suffer the most.

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

welcome back!!

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

WHAAAAT That's amazing, Kim!!

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

Create in community, keep sharing that joy, but also have the proper safeguards because people can be shitty and steal ideas 🫠

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

There's a couple of developers I know who have NDAs on their personal projects—it's because of the faith they have on the games, and exclusivity when it comes to announcements can grow your chances of landing a spot in festivals

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 7d

I find a ton of joy in seeing people's ideas for dream projects... But also, there's so many way to make them come to fruition and please, please, PLEASE work on your ideas. Make them happen! Also, hot take, but remember that it's okay to keep some of them private/under NDA

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Luke Plunkett @lukeplunkett.com · 8d

reminder that we've got a pitch guide for freelance, if you ever feel like writing something up

How To Pitch Aftermath - Aftermath

Aftermath is always happy to read pitches from writers both established and new. As a growing outlet, we regret we can’t take every pitch that excites us, but we’re still eager to see your work. Here ...

aftermath.site

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 8d

(... it's one of my favorite sweets.)

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Anna 🌿👁️ @annacwebs.bsky.social · 9d

New YouTube video!

This one's all about writing tests: what they are, how to handle them, etc! I even wrote up a fake writing test for you to try your hand at if you like! :)

youtu.be/049qX3gpgVU?...

Game Writing Tests And You

YouTube video by Anna C. Webster

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 9d

The dream scenario... I would love Nintendogs but in a farm, like imagine being able to use the screens to pet little chicks, ducklings and other cute farm animals.

Amy-Leigh Shaw @diveamydive.bsky.social · 9d

✨Game Devs Of BlueSky!!!✨ A Question Of The Day For Your Perusement:
If you could instantly have any budget & any team to make ANY game… what are you making, what’s the scale, what’s the DREAM???

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 10d

You're investing in a unique experience, and the joy of goofing around is irreplaceable.

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

Happy birthday!!

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Alanna Smith @alannamode.bsky.social · 12d

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!!! 💖🎉

The nicest thing y'all could do for me (if you're so inclined 😊🫶🏾) is to share + signal boost our growing DnA Codex of Game Dev resources so it finds the folks who need it most

Contributions to the Ko-Fi also welcome as they help us devote more time to it amidst our projects!

Alanna Smith @alannamode.bsky.social · Jun 20

We’re gonna leave the games industry better than we found it 😤

Introducing DNA CODEX: The GameDev Library 🧬

📚 ongoing, always growing, digital archive for all
💸 COMMUNITY-FUNDED and freely accessible
🫡 curated + maintained by DnA Creative (us!)
dnacreative.notion.site/codex

DNA CODEX: The GameDev Library

DNA CODEX is a free digital GameDev Library built and maintained by DnA Creative - a curated and community supported digital archive for game development resources.

dnacreative.notion.site

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

If someone posts on LinkedIn that they are looking for work, that does not mean they agree to become a headline for an article featuring an incredibly traumatic moment. So tired of seeing callous behavior from media.

dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

Before I worked as a narrative designer, I covered news as a contributor for various outlets. Even then, it baffles me whenever studio closures and layoffs prompt journalists to post articles with little to no fact checking or regard to the developers affected by the events

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dr. andreastein, first of her name @asaraviapt.bsky.social · 12d

Always keeping an eye open for grants and funding for you! But yeah, even with experience and time even making the playable is an insane amount of work.