andrea 🔜 GDC
@asaraviapt.bsky.social
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game designer and writer | game design adjunct @ UBalt | co-founder @centralpagamedevs | xFiraxis | bylines: live science
opinions are mine, not employers etc etc
https://asaravia.carrd.co/
game designer and writer | 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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andrea 🔜 GDC
@asaraviapt.bsky.social
· Nov 25
I am now open to work and looking for my next role as a Writer or Game Designer in games, now that my contract has ended.
I have worked on the award-nominated Civilization VII, and have worked… | An...
I am now open to work and looking for my next role as a Writer or Game Designer in games, now that my contract has ended.
I have worked on the award-nominated Civilization VII, and have worked acros...
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I'm now open to work and looking for my next role as a Writer or Game Designer in games, now that my contract has ended.
I have worked on the award-nominated Civilization VII, and have many other indie and AA projects where I was responsible for content, systems and production.
I have worked on the award-nominated Civilization VII, and have many other indie and AA projects where I was responsible for content, systems and production.
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Know anyone interested in writing video games? I'm chatting about it next Thursday, 6PM at MIT, so plan ahead #writing #gamedev
www.meetup.com/bostongamede...
www.meetup.com/bostongamede...
[BPM] AAA Q&A: Discussing Game Writing with Anna Megill, Thu, Feb 19, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup
The BPM crew sit down with Anna Megill, a multi-award winning AAA game writer, to discuss her career, writing for games, and working within the AAA space. We will also have
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February 12, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Know anyone interested in writing video games? I'm chatting about it next Thursday, 6PM at MIT, so plan ahead #writing #gamedev
www.meetup.com/bostongamede...
www.meetup.com/bostongamede...
where would the gamedev community be without :eyesshake:
February 12, 2026 at 5:45 AM
where would the gamedev community be without :eyesshake:
if I join a meeting and say, "hey sorry, I'm very tired. so I don't have a filter right now," I can't be held legally liable for the feedback I deliver after that sentence
February 12, 2026 at 3:55 AM
if I join a meeting and say, "hey sorry, I'm very tired. so I don't have a filter right now," I can't be held legally liable for the feedback I deliver after that sentence
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if bluesky drafts glitched today it'd sink the entire games industry
February 12, 2026 at 1:38 AM
if bluesky drafts glitched today it'd sink the entire games industry
what I look like while sending the sponsorship pitch deck for @game-writing.com during one of the worst years of the economy:
February 11, 2026 at 1:28 AM
what I look like while sending the sponsorship pitch deck for @game-writing.com during one of the worst years of the economy:
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My talk on fandom & game dev marketing is now available! I would love if you'd watch it and give me feedback! 💖
Key takeaways:
⭐ Build feedback loops early
🌱Cultivate a community space!
🤝🏾Incorporate feedback early where you can
🙌🏾Make your audience feel seen & heard
youtu.be/tQW7puDlFgY
Key takeaways:
⭐ Build feedback loops early
🌱Cultivate a community space!
🤝🏾Incorporate feedback early where you can
🙌🏾Make your audience feel seen & heard
youtu.be/tQW7puDlFgY
February 10, 2026 at 11:54 PM
My talk on fandom & game dev marketing is now available! I would love if you'd watch it and give me feedback! 💖
Key takeaways:
⭐ Build feedback loops early
🌱Cultivate a community space!
🤝🏾Incorporate feedback early where you can
🙌🏾Make your audience feel seen & heard
youtu.be/tQW7puDlFgY
Key takeaways:
⭐ Build feedback loops early
🌱Cultivate a community space!
🤝🏾Incorporate feedback early where you can
🙌🏾Make your audience feel seen & heard
youtu.be/tQW7puDlFgY
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“Please enjoy the museum”:
Relooted is OUT NOW!
Please share!
Relooted is OUT NOW!
Please share!
February 10, 2026 at 3:02 PM
“Please enjoy the museum”:
Relooted is OUT NOW!
Please share!
Relooted is OUT NOW!
Please share!
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Hey y'all, I'm a Black narrative designer, writer, editor & consultant who was impacted by layoffs last year. I'm available for immediate work in comics, books and games!
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
February 2, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Hey y'all, I'm a Black narrative designer, writer, editor & consultant who was impacted by layoffs last year. I'm available for immediate work in comics, books and games!
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
Website: www.jayjustice.net
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jay-justi...
Direct Support: ko-fi.com/thatjayjustice
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Day of the Devs will be at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026!
Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity, and magic of games, and we're excited to bring that to life in SF. We'll be on the floor and there will be a FREE event at The Midway even if you aren't attending GDC! bit.ly/dotd-gdc
Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity, and magic of games, and we're excited to bring that to life in SF. We'll be on the floor and there will be a FREE event at The Midway even if you aren't attending GDC! bit.ly/dotd-gdc
Games showcased at Day of the Devs San Francisco Edition (2026)
All the games showcased at Day of the Devs San Francisco Edition (2026).
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February 9, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Day of the Devs will be at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026!
Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity, and magic of games, and we're excited to bring that to life in SF. We'll be on the floor and there will be a FREE event at The Midway even if you aren't attending GDC! bit.ly/dotd-gdc
Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity, and magic of games, and we're excited to bring that to life in SF. We'll be on the floor and there will be a FREE event at The Midway even if you aren't attending GDC! bit.ly/dotd-gdc
Tuesday, GDC, I'm going to need so many coffees I might as well unlock the 25th hour.
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anyways, if anyone is going, hmu and let's plan something!
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anyways, if anyone is going, hmu and let's plan something!
February 9, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Tuesday, GDC, I'm going to need so many coffees I might as well unlock the 25th hour.
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anyways, if anyone is going, hmu and let's plan something!
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anyways, if anyone is going, hmu and let's plan something!
adding re: game writers
It's such a conundrum because every project is different. Some games want you to only do writing, in others (particularly indie) you're juggling narrative design, game design, editorial/MarComm
yes, we have to consider different angles and explore different disciplines.
It's such a conundrum because every project is different. Some games want you to only do writing, in others (particularly indie) you're juggling narrative design, game design, editorial/MarComm
yes, we have to consider different angles and explore different disciplines.
both games writers & games journalists face the same misguided perception: that their experience is too niche & they can "only" do games writing/games journalism... even though they must consider angles & do the kind of work that no other non-games writer or journalist needs to think about
February 8, 2026 at 1:56 AM
adding re: game writers
It's such a conundrum because every project is different. Some games want you to only do writing, in others (particularly indie) you're juggling narrative design, game design, editorial/MarComm
yes, we have to consider different angles and explore different disciplines.
It's such a conundrum because every project is different. Some games want you to only do writing, in others (particularly indie) you're juggling narrative design, game design, editorial/MarComm
yes, we have to consider different angles and explore different disciplines.
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While I'm looking for fulltime and contract work, I've been asked by a lot of students how to get into game writing, what the day to day is--and I decided to build a workshop to answer all of those questions!
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
February 6, 2026 at 6:09 PM
While I'm looking for fulltime and contract work, I've been asked by a lot of students how to get into game writing, what the day to day is--and I decided to build a workshop to answer all of those questions!
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
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Heads up, the deadline to apply for one of our spare GDC passes is February 7th!
Announcing the IFTF x GDC Scholarship Program. We have a small number of passes to distribute amongst our community, so if you are interested, please visit this thread on IntFiction.org for details: intfiction.org/t/iftf-x-gdc...
February 6, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Heads up, the deadline to apply for one of our spare GDC passes is February 7th!
While I'm looking for fulltime and contract work, I've been asked by a lot of students how to get into game writing, what the day to day is--and I decided to build a workshop to answer all of those questions!
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
February 6, 2026 at 6:09 PM
While I'm looking for fulltime and contract work, I've been asked by a lot of students how to get into game writing, what the day to day is--and I decided to build a workshop to answer all of those questions!
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
Link to register is here:
www.eventbrite.com/events/19824...
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I'm still looking for full-time or contract work – I'm a narrative design generalist with credits on multiple shipped titles. I focus on taming the complexity of narrative systems, writing prose, and leading narrative teams.
brunodias.dev/bio
brunodias.dev/bio
Bio
Bruno Dias is a game designer and writer. Previous credits include Where the Water Tastes Like Wine, Neo Cab, and Pathologic 2.
brunodias.dev
February 6, 2026 at 1:30 AM
I'm still looking for full-time or contract work – I'm a narrative design generalist with credits on multiple shipped titles. I focus on taming the complexity of narrative systems, writing prose, and leading narrative teams.
brunodias.dev/bio
brunodias.dev/bio
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Grave Seasons has confirmed 20 villagers for Ashenridge, at least some of which can be romanced and at least 1 of which is a serial killer.
Say Hello to Cozy Game Grave Seasons' 20 Villagers (& 1 of Them Can Be a Serial Killer)
Grave Seasons has confirmed 20 villagers for Ashenridge, at least some of which can be romanced and at least 1 of which is a serial killer.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Grave Seasons has confirmed 20 villagers for Ashenridge, at least some of which can be romanced and at least 1 of which is a serial killer.
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Whats up I am Austin Taylor I do a lot, I am writer/designer in games and narrative designer, and podcaster over on the @maximumfun.org network! Find my work in games, writing & podcasts on my website!
www.austintaylor.games
or go right to our show page on max fun!
maximumfun.org/podcasts/sec...
www.austintaylor.games
or go right to our show page on max fun!
maximumfun.org/podcasts/sec...
It's #BlackHistoryMonth and I want to use that follower count for some good today. If you are a Black creative, QRP with your links.
Note: this one is for Black folks to share their work. Not self appointed allies and performative list making of Black folks to follow & support UwU!
Note: this one is for Black folks to share their work. Not self appointed allies and performative list making of Black folks to follow & support UwU!
February 5, 2026 at 3:53 AM
Whats up I am Austin Taylor I do a lot, I am writer/designer in games and narrative designer, and podcaster over on the @maximumfun.org network! Find my work in games, writing & podcasts on my website!
www.austintaylor.games
or go right to our show page on max fun!
maximumfun.org/podcasts/sec...
www.austintaylor.games
or go right to our show page on max fun!
maximumfun.org/podcasts/sec...
One of the best moments from #GDC in 2024 was Jarory's hot pot invite—so if you're going, reach out to them ASAP!
Alright, it's that time where I start gathering folks for Hot Pot Squad at GDC. Who will be attending and want to grab hot pot with me? Bonus, it'll be my birthday.
February 4, 2026 at 12:34 AM
One of the best moments from #GDC in 2024 was Jarory's hot pot invite—so if you're going, reach out to them ASAP!
yes the world is a dumpster fire, but seeing the clip from the Grammy's was a great reminder of so many wonderful initiatives and strives the community is making.
seeing Debi Tirar Mas Fotos win, and knowing that for the first time there's going to be a latinx games festival at GDC...
seeing Debi Tirar Mas Fotos win, and knowing that for the first time there's going to be a latinx games festival at GDC...
February 3, 2026 at 4:20 PM
yes the world is a dumpster fire, but seeing the clip from the Grammy's was a great reminder of so many wonderful initiatives and strives the community is making.
seeing Debi Tirar Mas Fotos win, and knowing that for the first time there's going to be a latinx games festival at GDC...
seeing Debi Tirar Mas Fotos win, and knowing that for the first time there's going to be a latinx games festival at GDC...
Never mind the jobs you had, tell me five classes you took in college:
1. World Cinema
2. Reading for Writers
3. Game Writing
4. Creative Nonfiction
5. Entrepreneurship
1. World Cinema
2. Reading for Writers
3. Game Writing
4. Creative Nonfiction
5. Entrepreneurship
Never mind the jobs you had, tell me five classes you took in college:
1. Constructed Languages, from Esperanto to Klingon
2. Orbital Dynamics and Planetary Formation
3. Fan Cultures
4. From Tolkien to Pullman
5. History of the English Language, 1066-present
1. Constructed Languages, from Esperanto to Klingon
2. Orbital Dynamics and Planetary Formation
3. Fan Cultures
4. From Tolkien to Pullman
5. History of the English Language, 1066-present
Never mind the jobs you had, tell me five classes you took in college:
1. Stars and Galaxies (which turned out to be Black Holes and Math)
2. Reporting in War Zones
3. Environmental Policy as Cultural Violence
4. Abnormal Psychology
5. Symbolic Logic + Philosophy
1. Stars and Galaxies (which turned out to be Black Holes and Math)
2. Reporting in War Zones
3. Environmental Policy as Cultural Violence
4. Abnormal Psychology
5. Symbolic Logic + Philosophy
February 3, 2026 at 3:01 AM
Never mind the jobs you had, tell me five classes you took in college:
1. World Cinema
2. Reading for Writers
3. Game Writing
4. Creative Nonfiction
5. Entrepreneurship
1. World Cinema
2. Reading for Writers
3. Game Writing
4. Creative Nonfiction
5. Entrepreneurship
Maybe niche, but Crush 40's tracks for Sonic Heroes are songs I still listen to.
What's your favorite gaming soundtrack?
Whether it's iconic chiptunes from your childhood, sweeping orchestral RPG scores, or thematic yet subtle music from your favorite horror game - what would you consider your favorite gaming soundtrack (bonus points if you can tag the composer as well)?
Whether it's iconic chiptunes from your childhood, sweeping orchestral RPG scores, or thematic yet subtle music from your favorite horror game - what would you consider your favorite gaming soundtrack (bonus points if you can tag the composer as well)?
February 3, 2026 at 2:32 AM
Maybe niche, but Crush 40's tracks for Sonic Heroes are songs I still listen to.
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This talk at GDC 2013 by Ruth Tomandil is a huge part of why I became a producer. I think it’s still a great primer on what a producer is and why the role is important. gdcvault.com/play/1017680...
Producer Bootcamp: Production 101
Making games is fun, but complicated. The complexities of games increases with each new generation of gaming, and customer expectations grow. Production roles have become even more critical, whether y...
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February 2, 2026 at 10:47 PM
This talk at GDC 2013 by Ruth Tomandil is a huge part of why I became a producer. I think it’s still a great primer on what a producer is and why the role is important. gdcvault.com/play/1017680...
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Oh hey that's me!!! Black and Caribbean Games Writer here 👩🏿💻👩🏿💻👩🏿💻
bsky.app/profile/afna...
bsky.app/profile/afna...
It's #BlackHistoryMonth and I want to use that follower count for some good today. If you are a Black creative, QRP with your links.
Note: this one is for Black folks to share their work. Not self appointed allies and performative list making of Black folks to follow & support UwU!
Note: this one is for Black folks to share their work. Not self appointed allies and performative list making of Black folks to follow & support UwU!
February 2, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Oh hey that's me!!! Black and Caribbean Games Writer here 👩🏿💻👩🏿💻👩🏿💻
bsky.app/profile/afna...
bsky.app/profile/afna...
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Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Thinking about all the fabulous @blackingaming.bsky.social developers I am so lucky to know and call my colleagues and community 🖤
Celebrate and uplift your fave blacks #gamedev this month and always!
#bhm
Celebrate and uplift your fave blacks #gamedev this month and always!
#bhm
February 1, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Thinking about all the fabulous @blackingaming.bsky.social developers I am so lucky to know and call my colleagues and community 🖤
Celebrate and uplift your fave blacks #gamedev this month and always!
#bhm
Celebrate and uplift your fave blacks #gamedev this month and always!
#bhm
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Don't forget to check out some amazing Black Femme Devs this Black History Month!!! 👩🏿💻🖤🎮
go.bsky.app/88aYGTF
go.bsky.app/88aYGTF
February 1, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Don't forget to check out some amazing Black Femme Devs this Black History Month!!! 👩🏿💻🖤🎮
go.bsky.app/88aYGTF
go.bsky.app/88aYGTF