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Ben Newbon
@bennewbon.itch.io
Creator of silly rules-lite TTRPGs, actual player and host of the Cybertopia actual play podcast.
Videogames analyst currently looking for work
https://bennewbon.itch.io
https://anchor.fm/cybertopiaap
https://youtube.com/@ben_newbon/videos
Say no to genAI
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Overgrown 2e is now available to purchase (or update to if you already owned it!)
bennewbon.itch.io/overgrown/de...
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looking for an ace and/or alloromantic sensitivity reader to look at an NPC and side quest in a module. it's about 500 words. paid gig to your rates, or would offer labour exchange on copy editing or proofreading. DM me here or on Discord (same handle).
February 17, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Kung hei fat choi to all celebrating the year of the fire horse today!

And happy pancake day to others celebrating that!

What a time to be alive!
a happy lunar new year cartoon with a cat
Alt: a happy lunar new year cartoon with a cat
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February 17, 2026 at 7:32 AM
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RECRUITMENT FORMS ARE NOW LIVE! SEEKING TRANS WOC, BLACK WOC, INDIGENOUS WOC, AND MORE!!!

SIGN UP TO GM OR RUN A PANEL HERE: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
February 16, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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We want to see your vision of how the people can come together to fight for a brighter future, in your workplace, your neighborhood, your communities.

The optional theme of the first #UnionMadeJam is
"Solo El Pueblo Salva El Pueblo, Only We Can Save Us."

Let's go!!

itch.io/jam/union-ma...
Union-Made Game Jam
A game jam from 2026-02-16 to 2026-03-02 hosted by UVW-CWA. Union-Made Game Jam 2026 Hosted by United Videogame Workers-CWA · #UnionMadeJam Union-Made Game Jam is a week long game making event for mem...
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February 16, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Join a union, gaming buddies.
If you work in videogames or TTRPGs in the UK, the IWGB Game Workers branch has you covered. We've got 1000s of members across the country! We deal with everything from layoffs to disciplinaries to grievances to just general advice. Ignore the propaganda - unions are not just protests and strikes!
February 16, 2026 at 11:52 AM
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We currently have spots available for games in May and beyond! If you are a BIPOC or LGBTQIA+ GM who has a story they want to tell, then Pantsless Tables is the place for you! Fill the form below and someone will be in touch soon!
February 16, 2026 at 9:32 AM
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The No ICE in Minnesota bundle has launched, raising funds for the Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota. Over 1400 items for $10.00!

itch.io/b/3484/no-ic...
February 12, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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Desperately looking for anyone in Scotland to foster a 2 year old female cat named Bambi. Incredibly affectionate and friendly. Indoor-only. Whether temporary (a few weeks) or longer term.

She's going to be put to sleep otherwise -- due to a heart issue that won't affect her for another 12 months
February 14, 2026 at 9:34 PM
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Hello all! If you're an Australia-based ttrpg designer looking for support to finish your first ttrpg, then have j got good news for you:

🎲 The ARC TTRPG Mentor Program is back for 2026! 🎲

We have 4 mentee spots open, so follow the link to submit your EOI!

forms.gle/DgVQNrGuxVrF...
2026 ARC TTRPG Mentoring Program Expression of Interest
Thanks for filling out this form, we can't wait to learn about you and your creativity! This expression of interest form will be open until March. All applicants will hear back on the outcome of their...
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February 14, 2026 at 11:33 AM
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Hey, do you run a TTRPG channel? Or are you getting into streaming? Or just want to learn how to make clips for the fun of it? Well, look no further! My latest tutorial video - How to make Shorts and Reels using Canva is now up on YouTube!

All feedback is valued and welcomed: youtu.be/ti1FfX9QflI
How to make shorts and reels Using Canva
YouTube video by sassypants1996
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February 12, 2026 at 4:25 PM
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My Zinequest project is live!

In Small Folk in Big Coats you each play as a little guy in a stack masquerading a single big guy. You're unlikely to get caught, but you’re even less likely to work together.

It’s very silly and easy to get playing. Go Check it out!
tinyurl.com/sfibc
Small Folk in Big Coats
A simple and chaotic RPG about a group of smallfolk with wildly differing goals.
www.kickstarter.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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If you hate ICE, love games, and have $10 check out the No ICE in Minnesota Charity Bundle supporting Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota with over 1,400 games from 651 creators!

itch.io/b/3484/no-ic...
February 12, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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Do you love Magical Girls? We are looking for a map artist for Last Hope, our dark magical girls TTRPG.

You will be tasked to create a large urban city with various districts and POIs! If that is something that appeals to you, fill the form!

The form closes March 5th at 17h EST.
We are Hiring - Map Artist - Last Hope, a Dark Magical Girls TTRPG
Do you love Magical Girls? We are looking for artists for Last Hope, our dark magical girls TTRPG. Inspired by Persona, Madoka Magika, and Fire Emblem (to name a few, well-known similar media), this ...
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February 10, 2026 at 10:25 PM
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If you prefer, you can also send your info via the e-mail in our bio!
Do you love Magical Girls? We are looking for a map artist for Last Hope, our dark magical girls TTRPG.

You will be tasked to create a large urban city with various districts and POIs! If that is something that appeals to you, fill the form!

The form closes March 5th at 17h EST.
We are Hiring - Map Artist - Last Hope, a Dark Magical Girls TTRPG
Do you love Magical Girls? We are looking for artists for Last Hope, our dark magical girls TTRPG. Inspired by Persona, Madoka Magika, and Fire Emblem (to name a few, well-known similar media), this ...
forms.gle
February 12, 2026 at 10:33 PM
Was feeling pretty crappy when I posted this yesterday, then today the big case I'd been helping a member with suddenly concluded in our favour and I'm so overjoyed. It was causing us both genuine distress and I'm so glad to say being a caseworker feels so fully worthwhile at times like these!
I do love being in a union and feeling like I'm helping ppl but omg do games studios like making life difficult for so many workers! Dealing with management nonsense, even in relatively decent companies, is freaking exhausting!
February 12, 2026 at 10:34 PM
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I don't think most people understand just how much mistreatment of workers there is in the games industry and just how bad it is sometimes.
I do love being in a union and feeling like I'm helping ppl but omg do games studios like making life difficult for so many workers! Dealing with management nonsense, even in relatively decent companies, is freaking exhausting!
February 11, 2026 at 11:49 PM
I do love being in a union and feeling like I'm helping ppl but omg do games studios like making life difficult for so many workers! Dealing with management nonsense, even in relatively decent companies, is freaking exhausting!
February 11, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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Not only this but they go all out to make their streams accessible to performers as well. I always feel safe, welcome, seen and supported as a Disabled player or panellist on EUphoria 💖
We strive to raise the bar for accessibility and make our streams as accessible as possible. That's why we include highly accurate captions, alt-text, visual descriptions of performers, thorough content warnings, and more.
We're always learning and improving, but we want everyone to be welcome here.
February 10, 2026 at 5:25 PM
New Cybertopia ep out today! We catch up with Bludgeon, whose arrogance got him a bit bruised and broken, messing around with a security bot. He goes in search of some off the books healthcare somewhere and finds... well, something... open.spotify.com/episode/5P72...
2.32 Down But Not Out Or Maybe Both?
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February 10, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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We are seeking more PoC applicants for TTRPGirls!

*banging pots and pans*

If you are a woman or femme of colour, apply now for any of the 6 incredible games we're running live in March. We want YOU to be part of our event!

*scream from the rooftops*

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February 10, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Well, a lot of these words feel so familiar!
Leadership in the games industry is utterly broken and detached around the world!
We need a change. Wholesale. These CEOs need a very rude awakening.
🇬🇧✊🌀 Ubisoft : enough is enough! Faced with the arbitrary decision of the CEO who doesn’t even dare talking to employees anymore, unions are calling for a strike on February 10th, 11th and 12th.
February 10, 2026 at 10:27 AM
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🇬🇧✊🌀 Ubisoft : enough is enough! Faced with the arbitrary decision of the CEO who doesn’t even dare talking to employees anymore, unions are calling for a strike on February 10th, 11th and 12th.
January 28, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Hey all, am looking for a latinx voice actor to do voiceover for a masc NPC on the Cybertopia podcast for an episode going out in 4 weeks - around 20 lines maybe (still need to transcribe them), DM me for more info if interested
February 9, 2026 at 9:59 PM
Hey ma, I'm in the news again! Yes, my ex-bosses said and did awful things again. Yes, it somehow got worse yet again. Yeah one's connected to Epstein and the other is making delusional legal threats against imaginary ppl. Yes, MindsEye is still terrible www.gamesindustry.biz/can-build-a-...
Can Build A Rocket Boy save itself?
As company expands its search for "saboteurs" and threatens YouTubers with legal action, insiders tell of long-running problems
www.gamesindustry.biz
February 9, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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The No ICE in Minnesota Charity Bundle has officially LAUNCHED!

There are 1,439 games to discover for a $10+ donation to Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota!

Purchase the bundle here: itch.io/b/3484/no-ic...
February 9, 2026 at 2:33 PM