Bethany Rainbird 🎮
@brainbirdo.bsky.social
Narrative and Game Designer | Writer @thepatchmag.bsky.social | Working on personal projects ✨ (she/her)
https://www.bethanyrainbird.co.uk/
https://www.bethanyrainbird.co.uk/
It’s me! 👋🏻
Kicking things off for #InternationalVolunteersDay, we're pleased to announce Safe In Our World's new Ambassador Class of 2026. 🚀
Today, we're highlighting 👇
💫 Annabelle Afful
💫 Alexander Mellström
💫 JadedPhoenix
💫 Bethany Rainbird
Today, we're highlighting 👇
💫 Annabelle Afful
💫 Alexander Mellström
💫 JadedPhoenix
💫 Bethany Rainbird
December 5, 2025 at 6:54 PM
It’s me! 👋🏻
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When you've been processing grief, the idea of socialising again can feel pretty daunting. 🫣
But games can be a great way to break the ice and re-enter our social circles after time away. 🎮
Pt.3 of our series exploring games as bereavement support is out now ⬇️
safeinourworld.org/stories/reco...
But games can be a great way to break the ice and re-enter our social circles after time away. 🎮
Pt.3 of our series exploring games as bereavement support is out now ⬇️
safeinourworld.org/stories/reco...
Reconnecting with the world through games (Exploring Games as Bereavement Support Pt.3) - Safe In Our World
Our exploration of grief and bereavement continues as Bethany Rainbird explores how we can reconnect with the world through games.
safeinourworld.org
December 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
When you've been processing grief, the idea of socialising again can feel pretty daunting. 🫣
But games can be a great way to break the ice and re-enter our social circles after time away. 🎮
Pt.3 of our series exploring games as bereavement support is out now ⬇️
safeinourworld.org/stories/reco...
But games can be a great way to break the ice and re-enter our social circles after time away. 🎮
Pt.3 of our series exploring games as bereavement support is out now ⬇️
safeinourworld.org/stories/reco...
Reposted by Bethany Rainbird 🎮
Keep reading... 👇 @brainbirdo.bsky.social explores video games as a tool to maintain routine during times of grief and bereavement. 💚
safeinourworld.org/stories/usin...
safeinourworld.org/stories/usin...
December 3, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Keep reading... 👇 @brainbirdo.bsky.social explores video games as a tool to maintain routine during times of grief and bereavement. 💚
safeinourworld.org/stories/usin...
safeinourworld.org/stories/usin...
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"Although grief is a deeply personal experience, video games can help carry the weight. Whether it’s through distraction, escape, or catharsis, there are plenty of cases showing their impact on wellbeing." - @brainbirdo.bsky.social
#GriefAwarenessWeek #GAW2025
safeinourworld.org/stories/an-i...
#GriefAwarenessWeek #GAW2025
safeinourworld.org/stories/an-i...
An Introduction to Grief Awareness Week (Exploring Games as Bereavement Support Pt.1) - Safe In Our World
Guest writer Bethany Rainbird introduces the Safe In Our World community to Grief Awareness Week and the role it plays in mental health.
safeinourworld.org
December 3, 2025 at 2:44 PM
"Although grief is a deeply personal experience, video games can help carry the weight. Whether it’s through distraction, escape, or catharsis, there are plenty of cases showing their impact on wellbeing." - @brainbirdo.bsky.social
#GriefAwarenessWeek #GAW2025
safeinourworld.org/stories/an-i...
#GriefAwarenessWeek #GAW2025
safeinourworld.org/stories/an-i...
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Our very own Patch Magazine ✨game jam✨ is here!
🎮 This is your opportunity to be featured in our magazine and win a Patch of Approval Award! 🏅🏆
Head over to itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details! 👾
#gamejam #indiegames #patchofapproval
🎮 This is your opportunity to be featured in our magazine and win a Patch of Approval Award! 🏅🏆
Head over to itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details! 👾
#gamejam #indiegames #patchofapproval
August 26, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Our very own Patch Magazine ✨game jam✨ is here!
🎮 This is your opportunity to be featured in our magazine and win a Patch of Approval Award! 🏅🏆
Head over to itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details! 👾
#gamejam #indiegames #patchofapproval
🎮 This is your opportunity to be featured in our magazine and win a Patch of Approval Award! 🏅🏆
Head over to itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details! 👾
#gamejam #indiegames #patchofapproval
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That's right, the theme for our very first game jam is - of course - ‘PATCH’! 🙌
🎃 Pumpkin patches, 👾 video game patches, 📖 Patch Magazine… what kind of game will you create inspired by the theme ‘Patch’? 🤔🤩
Our game jam launches tomorrow! Visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details!
🎃 Pumpkin patches, 👾 video game patches, 📖 Patch Magazine… what kind of game will you create inspired by the theme ‘Patch’? 🤔🤩
Our game jam launches tomorrow! Visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details!
August 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
That's right, the theme for our very first game jam is - of course - ‘PATCH’! 🙌
🎃 Pumpkin patches, 👾 video game patches, 📖 Patch Magazine… what kind of game will you create inspired by the theme ‘Patch’? 🤔🤩
Our game jam launches tomorrow! Visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details!
🎃 Pumpkin patches, 👾 video game patches, 📖 Patch Magazine… what kind of game will you create inspired by the theme ‘Patch’? 🤔🤩
Our game jam launches tomorrow! Visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... for more details!
Reposted by Bethany Rainbird 🎮
🌟 Our game jam begins TODAY! 🌟
Join a group of friends (or go solo!) to develop your own game🧑💻👾 The winner will receive their very own Patch of Approval award 🏆 and a space in our November 2025 issue! 💫
For more information, visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... or join our discord!
Join a group of friends (or go solo!) to develop your own game🧑💻👾 The winner will receive their very own Patch of Approval award 🏆 and a space in our November 2025 issue! 💫
For more information, visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... or join our discord!
August 28, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🌟 Our game jam begins TODAY! 🌟
Join a group of friends (or go solo!) to develop your own game🧑💻👾 The winner will receive their very own Patch of Approval award 🏆 and a space in our November 2025 issue! 💫
For more information, visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... or join our discord!
Join a group of friends (or go solo!) to develop your own game🧑💻👾 The winner will receive their very own Patch of Approval award 🏆 and a space in our November 2025 issue! 💫
For more information, visit itch.io/jam/patchmag... or join our discord!
I am Icarus. Microsoft Excel is my wings. Automating myself out of a job will one day be the sun.
July 18, 2025 at 12:25 PM
I am Icarus. Microsoft Excel is my wings. Automating myself out of a job will one day be the sun.
Reposted by Bethany Rainbird 🎮
It's the final stretch!
Kickstarter ends in just three days 🛠️
Kickstarter ends in just three days 🛠️
May 14, 2025 at 3:13 PM
It's the final stretch!
Kickstarter ends in just three days 🛠️
Kickstarter ends in just three days 🛠️
Reposted by Bethany Rainbird 🎮
Our new subscription tiers are here! 🎉
Level 1:
Base subscription. Get Patch delivered monthly in print or digital!
Level 2:
Get print AND digital magazines, as well as access to our exclusive monthly newsletter!
Level 3:
On top of all other level perks, receive a free gift with every issue!
Level 1:
Base subscription. Get Patch delivered monthly in print or digital!
Level 2:
Get print AND digital magazines, as well as access to our exclusive monthly newsletter!
Level 3:
On top of all other level perks, receive a free gift with every issue!
April 25, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Our new subscription tiers are here! 🎉
Level 1:
Base subscription. Get Patch delivered monthly in print or digital!
Level 2:
Get print AND digital magazines, as well as access to our exclusive monthly newsletter!
Level 3:
On top of all other level perks, receive a free gift with every issue!
Level 1:
Base subscription. Get Patch delivered monthly in print or digital!
Level 2:
Get print AND digital magazines, as well as access to our exclusive monthly newsletter!
Level 3:
On top of all other level perks, receive a free gift with every issue!
Avoiding the Sainsbury’s Easter Bunny like I’m in an analog horror
April 20, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Avoiding the Sainsbury’s Easter Bunny like I’m in an analog horror
Applied to my dream job. Please manifest with me ✨
a pixelated image of a cat wearing a wizard hat and holding a wand with the words manifesting written above it
ALT: a pixelated image of a cat wearing a wizard hat and holding a wand with the words manifesting written above it
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April 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Applied to my dream job. Please manifest with me ✨
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🎉🌸 In celebration of Women’s History Month, we want to spotlight femme voices in the industry! That’s why, throughout March, we’ll be featuring articles written by our women-identifying community on the Patch blog. More info here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
March 3, 2025 at 8:43 PM
🎉🌸 In celebration of Women’s History Month, we want to spotlight femme voices in the industry! That’s why, throughout March, we’ll be featuring articles written by our women-identifying community on the Patch blog. More info here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
My development process usually involves accidentally reinventing every Zelda game at least 4 times
January 31, 2025 at 4:58 PM
My development process usually involves accidentally reinventing every Zelda game at least 4 times
Trying to explain this to non-Pokémon friends and them looking at me like I’ve ruined their lives
Random: Oh No, You Can Buy A Life-Sized Gardevoir Plush From Pokémon Center.
Random: Oh No, You Can Buy A Life-Sized Gardevoir Plush From Pokémon Center
Dream Eater
www.nintendolife.com
January 31, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Trying to explain this to non-Pokémon friends and them looking at me like I’ve ruined their lives
Reposted by Bethany Rainbird 🎮
If you make art (any art! Not just visual), no matter how big your audience or if you think you're "successful" or "enough", you are giving people the energy to get through another day.
You're part of the reason folks have an easier time holding on.
Keep creating!! Your art matters!!!
You're part of the reason folks have an easier time holding on.
Keep creating!! Your art matters!!!
January 26, 2025 at 1:46 PM
If you make art (any art! Not just visual), no matter how big your audience or if you think you're "successful" or "enough", you are giving people the energy to get through another day.
You're part of the reason folks have an easier time holding on.
Keep creating!! Your art matters!!!
You're part of the reason folks have an easier time holding on.
Keep creating!! Your art matters!!!
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No more waiting around... play the demo now! 😄
▶️To Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3176050
Cantaloupe Chronicle - The Cozy Point&Click Adventure with a News Reporting Twist. 📰
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGTE...
#indiegames #pointandclick #cozygames
▶️To Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3176050
Cantaloupe Chronicle - The Cozy Point&Click Adventure with a News Reporting Twist. 📰
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGTE...
#indiegames #pointandclick #cozygames
Cantaloupe Chronicle (2025) - Gameplay Trailer for the Point and Click Adventure
YouTube video by Tim Rachor
www.youtube.com
January 25, 2025 at 4:08 PM
No more waiting around... play the demo now! 😄
▶️To Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3176050
Cantaloupe Chronicle - The Cozy Point&Click Adventure with a News Reporting Twist. 📰
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGTE...
#indiegames #pointandclick #cozygames
▶️To Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3176050
Cantaloupe Chronicle - The Cozy Point&Click Adventure with a News Reporting Twist. 📰
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGTE...
#indiegames #pointandclick #cozygames
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there is no "I" in vdeo game development
January 22, 2025 at 3:40 PM
there is no "I" in vdeo game development
For absolutely no reason at all, how about a wholesome pet pic thread?
#petsofbluesky #catsofbluesky #dogsofbluesky
#petsofbluesky #catsofbluesky #dogsofbluesky
January 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
For absolutely no reason at all, how about a wholesome pet pic thread?
#petsofbluesky #catsofbluesky #dogsofbluesky
#petsofbluesky #catsofbluesky #dogsofbluesky
Slots are nearly full on this but for all new users: here’s a list of amazing wholesome/cosy indie devs!
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedev
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedev
Are you a #gamedev making a cute, relaxing, cosy, or wholesome game? Come join our cosy corner! ☕
There are plenty of spaces, so if you'd like to me added, feel free to reply to this post and share what you're working on!
go.bsky.app/RkeKvHh
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedevs
There are plenty of spaces, so if you'd like to me added, feel free to reply to this post and share what you're working on!
go.bsky.app/RkeKvHh
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedevs
Wholesome Indie Dev ☕🎮
Join the conversation
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January 21, 2025 at 8:42 AM
Slots are nearly full on this but for all new users: here’s a list of amazing wholesome/cosy indie devs!
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedev
#indiedev #indiegames #wholesomegames #gamedev
Well… hello to all the new Bluesky users joining after *that* happened.
January 21, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Well… hello to all the new Bluesky users joining after *that* happened.
Was asked if I vaped/smoked/drank at the dentist today, to which I said no. He then said ‘Wow. So you’re just living life, huh?’
Idk if it was a compliment or judgment but I just KNOW he wanted to use the term ‘rawdogging life’
Idk if it was a compliment or judgment but I just KNOW he wanted to use the term ‘rawdogging life’
January 17, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Was asked if I vaped/smoked/drank at the dentist today, to which I said no. He then said ‘Wow. So you’re just living life, huh?’
Idk if it was a compliment or judgment but I just KNOW he wanted to use the term ‘rawdogging life’
Idk if it was a compliment or judgment but I just KNOW he wanted to use the term ‘rawdogging life’
Day 4 of being stuck in bed with flu. Running out of movies and need suggestions!
January 5, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Day 4 of being stuck in bed with flu. Running out of movies and need suggestions!