Jessica Cogswell 🌸
@awildjessichu.bsky.social
✨ i’m like if tifa lockhart loved carbs
☕️ editor at gamespot
🌙 into grand stories, art, mtg, anime, coffee & esoterica
🔮 as seen at giant bomb, kinda funny, game informer, paste magazine, collider, uproxx, uppercut & more
☕️ editor at gamespot
🌙 into grand stories, art, mtg, anime, coffee & esoterica
🔮 as seen at giant bomb, kinda funny, game informer, paste magazine, collider, uproxx, uppercut & more
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Honoured to be a part of this lovely Post Games episode! Thank you @plante.bsky.social for having me amongst such illustrious company ♥️
When it comes to video games, I'm as prone to doom scrolling as anybody else. But!!!
It's important to protect hope and happiness. I've collected 19 game devs, critics, comedians, a union leader, and a superhero to share what they're grateful for.
The Indoor Kids! Kinda Funny! Triple Click! More!
It's important to protect hope and happiness. I've collected 19 game devs, critics, comedians, a union leader, and a superhero to share what they're grateful for.
The Indoor Kids! Kinda Funny! Triple Click! More!
18 reasons to be thankful for video games
According to 19 guests, including members of The Indoor Kids, Kinda Funny, and Triple Click
postgame.substack.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Honoured to be a part of this lovely Post Games episode! Thank you @plante.bsky.social for having me amongst such illustrious company ♥️
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Can't express my admiration for @thesmokingmanx.bsky.social @tamoorh.com @awildjessichu.bsky.social @lotrlore.bsky.social @yochriscruz.bsky.social @crecente.bsky.social (and more I'm forgetting) enough.
If you like my work, it's because of guiding hands like theirs making sure it's fit to print.
If you like my work, it's because of guiding hands like theirs making sure it's fit to print.
By the way, it's National Editor Appreciation Day.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
Nobody ever reads a great article and thinks, "Dang, that was some tight editing." But editing is a big part of how it got to be great.
So writers, if you've ever worked with a good editor, shout 'em out.
November 24, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Can't express my admiration for @thesmokingmanx.bsky.social @tamoorh.com @awildjessichu.bsky.social @lotrlore.bsky.social @yochriscruz.bsky.social @crecente.bsky.social (and more I'm forgetting) enough.
If you like my work, it's because of guiding hands like theirs making sure it's fit to print.
If you like my work, it's because of guiding hands like theirs making sure it's fit to print.
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Demonschool is OUT NOW!
It's time to dive into a critically-acclaimed new-style tactics RPG, where motion equals action!
Available on PC, Mac, Linux, Steam Deck (Verified), Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox!
store.steampowered.com/app/1900250/...
It's time to dive into a critically-acclaimed new-style tactics RPG, where motion equals action!
Available on PC, Mac, Linux, Steam Deck (Verified), Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox!
store.steampowered.com/app/1900250/...
November 19, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Demonschool is OUT NOW!
It's time to dive into a critically-acclaimed new-style tactics RPG, where motion equals action!
Available on PC, Mac, Linux, Steam Deck (Verified), Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox!
store.steampowered.com/app/1900250/...
It's time to dive into a critically-acclaimed new-style tactics RPG, where motion equals action!
Available on PC, Mac, Linux, Steam Deck (Verified), Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox!
store.steampowered.com/app/1900250/...
my body is 7% movies
November 21, 2025 at 11:25 PM
my body is 7% movies
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What are your favorite written game reviews of 2025?
a girl with glasses is sitting in front of a computer monitor
ALT: a girl with glasses is sitting in front of a computer monitor
media.tenor.com
November 20, 2025 at 11:48 PM
What are your favorite written game reviews of 2025?
Literally Reb and I had a whole ass conversation about this a couple weeks back and both felt so so strongly that it’s a hard no. If I could use my video game ✨expertise✨ and motherhood status to impart any sort of advice on fellow parents, it’s keep your kids off Roblox
If we have a kid we are absolutely forbidding Roblox. I know I will inevitably cave on a number of other stupid things all their little friends are doing, but this is a hard line in the sand that no amount of screaming will change.
Oh my god that is the worst possible answer
November 21, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Literally Reb and I had a whole ass conversation about this a couple weeks back and both felt so so strongly that it’s a hard no. If I could use my video game ✨expertise✨ and motherhood status to impart any sort of advice on fellow parents, it’s keep your kids off Roblox
Regret to inform everyone that I have fallen deep into my Diablo 4 sicko hole again
November 21, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Regret to inform everyone that I have fallen deep into my Diablo 4 sicko hole again
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Jennifer English realizing she's a lesbian and falling in love with one of her mocap directors (Aliona Baranova) over the course of making BG3 and seeing all the queer folks embracing Shadowheart and the impact the game had is genuinely one of the best stories in game production in a long time
Congrats to Jennifer English for winning the Best Lead Performer award at the 2025 #GoldenJoystickAwards!
And her acceptance speech about queer joy was a love letter to @aliona.bsky.social 🥹🌈
And her acceptance speech about queer joy was a love letter to @aliona.bsky.social 🥹🌈
November 21, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Jennifer English realizing she's a lesbian and falling in love with one of her mocap directors (Aliona Baranova) over the course of making BG3 and seeing all the queer folks embracing Shadowheart and the impact the game had is genuinely one of the best stories in game production in a long time
It’s hard out here for girlies who speak clearly and use em dashes
November 21, 2025 at 12:43 AM
It’s hard out here for girlies who speak clearly and use em dashes
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it did what to 2 million players
Dispatch developer AdHoc Studio, which was founded by several former Telltale Games devs, thanked fans for "the two million players that have joined us so far." https://bit.ly/49vaOk7
November 20, 2025 at 11:42 PM
it did what to 2 million players
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hinako from silent hill f is the standout character of the year. incredibly well realized and written who deserves nothing but praise
November 20, 2025 at 3:31 PM
hinako from silent hill f is the standout character of the year. incredibly well realized and written who deserves nothing but praise
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i love candelabra cinema
November 18, 2025 at 10:19 PM
i love candelabra cinema
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this line from cloud is in my head at least once a day
November 15, 2025 at 8:13 PM
this line from cloud is in my head at least once a day
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even though I didn’t get tickets, man do I love the way Hayley Williams + team did everything they could to reduce scalping, keep ticket prices low AND still donate to good causes with every one sold
November 14, 2025 at 6:17 PM
even though I didn’t get tickets, man do I love the way Hayley Williams + team did everything they could to reduce scalping, keep ticket prices low AND still donate to good causes with every one sold
Metroid Prime 4 previews have me crying in the club a lil bit (negative)
November 14, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Metroid Prime 4 previews have me crying in the club a lil bit (negative)
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I played Metroid and really enjoyed what I saw, minus the man who wouldn’t shut up
www.restart.run/articles/met...
www.restart.run/articles/met...
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Revels In The Quieter Moments | Hands-On Preview | Restart
We went hands-on with a new demo for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. A game that revels in its quieter moments, giving the player and Samus a bit of room to breathe.
www.restart.run
November 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
I played Metroid and really enjoyed what I saw, minus the man who wouldn’t shut up
www.restart.run/articles/met...
www.restart.run/articles/met...
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HOLD ON THERE...
- Women earn 24% less than men
- POC earn 27% less than their white peers
- Over half reported are "somewhat or significantly" undercompensated
- Visuals arts, the most artistic discipline represented here, reporting the LOWEST average at $124K
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- Women earn 24% less than men
- POC earn 27% less than their white peers
- Over half reported are "somewhat or significantly" undercompensated
- Visuals arts, the most artistic discipline represented here, reporting the LOWEST average at $124K
😑
The average salary for games industry professionals based in the United States was $142,000 in 2025, according to a new report from GDC Festival of Gaming.
www.gamesindustry.biz/gdc-survey-a...
www.gamesindustry.biz/gdc-survey-a...
GDC Survey: Average salary for US games professionals was $142,000 in 2025
Findings reveal 33% of workers feel employers are "working to close existing pay gaps," while one-tenth report no efforts are being made
www.gamesindustry.biz
November 14, 2025 at 5:37 PM
HOLD ON THERE...
- Women earn 24% less than men
- POC earn 27% less than their white peers
- Over half reported are "somewhat or significantly" undercompensated
- Visuals arts, the most artistic discipline represented here, reporting the LOWEST average at $124K
😑
- Women earn 24% less than men
- POC earn 27% less than their white peers
- Over half reported are "somewhat or significantly" undercompensated
- Visuals arts, the most artistic discipline represented here, reporting the LOWEST average at $124K
😑
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I've had this chat with PR people and they know that supporting smaller sites and freelancers makes sense and would help build a healthier games media.
The problem is game publishers pretty much exclusively want GI cover stories or an IGN First and anything smaller isn't worth it.
The problem is game publishers pretty much exclusively want GI cover stories or an IGN First and anything smaller isn't worth it.
I don't understand this mentality as long as the person/website has reputable people. How does it hurt you to provide a code? With how hard it is to get publicity for games of all sizes even "small" coverage seems like it would only help?
November 7, 2025 at 6:22 PM
I've had this chat with PR people and they know that supporting smaller sites and freelancers makes sense and would help build a healthier games media.
The problem is game publishers pretty much exclusively want GI cover stories or an IGN First and anything smaller isn't worth it.
The problem is game publishers pretty much exclusively want GI cover stories or an IGN First and anything smaller isn't worth it.
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absolutely heartbroken to announce that i was part of the crystal layoffs today 💔
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
November 13, 2025 at 11:39 PM
absolutely heartbroken to announce that i was part of the crystal layoffs today 💔
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫
i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖
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credits that include the names of everyone who worked on the game at any point
November 11, 2025 at 4:32 AM
credits that include the names of everyone who worked on the game at any point
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My three year-old recently learned the phrase “okay so here’s the deal” and it’s so fucking funny
November 8, 2025 at 1:22 AM
My three year-old recently learned the phrase “okay so here’s the deal” and it’s so fucking funny
LISTENNN I know it’s not what we should be focusing on but my god I’m down bad for them and their love
November 7, 2025 at 1:10 AM
LISTENNN I know it’s not what we should be focusing on but my god I’m down bad for them and their love
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So not only is Square Enix going to try to replace 70% of its QA with AI, it's also apparently laying off at least 100 people (possibly significantly more) as it continues to consolidate its operations further and further:
www.ign.com/articles/squ...
www.ign.com/articles/squ...
Square Enix Announces Mass Layoffs As It Reorganizes to Consolidate Development in Japan - IGN
Square Enix has announced mass layoffs today, potentially impacting over 100 individuals, alongside a broader effort to consolidate its publishing organization and focus its development work in Japan.
www.ign.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
So not only is Square Enix going to try to replace 70% of its QA with AI, it's also apparently laying off at least 100 people (possibly significantly more) as it continues to consolidate its operations further and further:
www.ign.com/articles/squ...
www.ign.com/articles/squ...