Gepugg
@gepugg.bsky.social
Lead News Editor for TheGamer. USW Graduate 2020. Previously seen at RPG Site, WhatCulture, and KH13. He/Him.
Kirby Air Riders is one of the strangest racers I've ever played, but it's one that I expect I'll be very into www.thegamer.com/kirby-air-ri...
Be Warned: Kirby Air Riders Is Nothing Like Mario Kart
Kirby Air Riders isn't like any other kart racer, which could end up being its biggest strength or biggest weakness.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Kirby Air Riders is one of the strangest racers I've ever played, but it's one that I expect I'll be very into www.thegamer.com/kirby-air-ri...
I am still too ill for Halloweening but past George killed it
October 31, 2025 at 1:40 PM
I am still too ill for Halloweening but past George killed it
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Last week, I had the honour of attending an event with many of gaming's top actors. You'll find out what the event was for in the near future, and I'll have another larger report from it, but I also used it as an opportunity to discuss the many injustices video game actors still face.
October 29, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Last week, I had the honour of attending an event with many of gaming's top actors. You'll find out what the event was for in the near future, and I'll have another larger report from it, but I also used it as an opportunity to discuss the many injustices video game actors still face.
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I also spoke to the legendary Jennifer Hale, who told me in the last few weeks, she was offered less for an appearance at a convention than her male counterparts.
She also discussed the money corporations are leaving behind by not hiring game actors for film and TV.
www.thegamer.com/jennifer-hal...
She also discussed the money corporations are leaving behind by not hiring game actors for film and TV.
www.thegamer.com/jennifer-hal...
Jennifer Hale Is Still Being Offered Different Rates To Her Male Counterparts For Appearances, Despite Her Resume Being “Quite A Bit Longer”
The star also discussed how TV and Video corporations need to use video game actors more.
www.thegamer.com
October 29, 2025 at 12:29 PM
I also spoke to the legendary Jennifer Hale, who told me in the last few weeks, she was offered less for an appearance at a convention than her male counterparts.
She also discussed the money corporations are leaving behind by not hiring game actors for film and TV.
www.thegamer.com/jennifer-hal...
She also discussed the money corporations are leaving behind by not hiring game actors for film and TV.
www.thegamer.com/jennifer-hal...
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My review of The Outer Worlds 2! I adored it, but had a lot to say about how I feel Obsidian needs to be more earnest. The best moments are when the writing takes the setting and themes seriously www.thegamer.com/the-outer-wo...
The Outer Worlds 2 Review - Shoots For The Moon, Lands Among The Stars
The Outer Worlds 2 improves on the original in every way and is Obsidian's most reactive RPG yet - but I wish it took itself more seriously.
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October 23, 2025 at 1:03 PM
My review of The Outer Worlds 2! I adored it, but had a lot to say about how I feel Obsidian needs to be more earnest. The best moments are when the writing takes the setting and themes seriously www.thegamer.com/the-outer-wo...
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Several of my colleagues were laid off today, and seeing the usual reaction from the usual people pushed me to write a blog post (how retro) about the sad state of online discourse: jackcrustycoleman.com/2025/10/22/l...
Layoffs, Empathy and Blind Hatred
An unfortunate state of affairs.
jackcrustycoleman.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Several of my colleagues were laid off today, and seeing the usual reaction from the usual people pushed me to write a blog post (how retro) about the sad state of online discourse: jackcrustycoleman.com/2025/10/22/l...
Incredibly jealous of whoever gets to work with Eric next, one of the most passionate writers I'm lucky enough to call a friend
After 6 years with TheGamer, Valnet has decided to shut down features and lay off the entire team, including me.
I don't know what's next for me but I intend to stay in games, whether that's at another outlet, consulting, or PR. If you have any leads, I'd appreciate any help
I don't know what's next for me but I intend to stay in games, whether that's at another outlet, consulting, or PR. If you have any leads, I'd appreciate any help
October 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Incredibly jealous of whoever gets to work with Eric next, one of the most passionate writers I'm lucky enough to call a friend
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In light of being laid off from TheGamer today, I don't intend to let my passions die out. I'll continue to create work independently, and keep that excitement for whatever opportunities come my way in the future.
This was a dream career, and I'm not done with it yet.
This was a dream career, and I'm not done with it yet.
October 22, 2025 at 5:12 PM
In light of being laid off from TheGamer today, I don't intend to let my passions die out. I'll continue to create work independently, and keep that excitement for whatever opportunities come my way in the future.
This was a dream career, and I'm not done with it yet.
This was a dream career, and I'm not done with it yet.
Don't really know what to add to this that hasn't been said better, but absolutely gutted to lose so many talented writers and friends today
Valnet unfortunately let go of the entire TheGamer features team today alongside several other staff members.
Many incredibly talented and hard working writers I've had the pleasure of working with over the past several years.
Many incredibly talented and hard working writers I've had the pleasure of working with over the past several years.
October 22, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Don't really know what to add to this that hasn't been said better, but absolutely gutted to lose so many talented writers and friends today
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I got laid off from TheGamer today, along with the entire Features team (go give
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
and
@hallafyre.bsky.social
a follow!)
Needless to say, I'm now looking for work. I'm open to roles in:
-Journalism
-PR
-Copywriting
-Copy editing
-Games writing
-Scriptwriting
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
and
@hallafyre.bsky.social
a follow!)
Needless to say, I'm now looking for work. I'm open to roles in:
-Journalism
-PR
-Copywriting
-Copy editing
-Games writing
-Scriptwriting
October 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
I got laid off from TheGamer today, along with the entire Features team (go give
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
and
@hallafyre.bsky.social
a follow!)
Needless to say, I'm now looking for work. I'm open to roles in:
-Journalism
-PR
-Copywriting
-Copy editing
-Games writing
-Scriptwriting
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
and
@hallafyre.bsky.social
a follow!)
Needless to say, I'm now looking for work. I'm open to roles in:
-Journalism
-PR
-Copywriting
-Copy editing
-Games writing
-Scriptwriting
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Unfortunately, my time as an Editor for TheGamer.com has come to an end.
I met some of the best coworkers I've ever had there, I learned and grew a lot.
If anyone is looking for a journo, especially for guides, reviews, VR, horror, and farming RPGs, I'd love to hear from you.
I met some of the best coworkers I've ever had there, I learned and grew a lot.
If anyone is looking for a journo, especially for guides, reviews, VR, horror, and farming RPGs, I'd love to hear from you.
October 22, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Unfortunately, my time as an Editor for TheGamer.com has come to an end.
I met some of the best coworkers I've ever had there, I learned and grew a lot.
If anyone is looking for a journo, especially for guides, reviews, VR, horror, and farming RPGs, I'd love to hear from you.
I met some of the best coworkers I've ever had there, I learned and grew a lot.
If anyone is looking for a journo, especially for guides, reviews, VR, horror, and farming RPGs, I'd love to hear from you.
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Please follow and support what they do next, as all three of them are tremendous talents who deserve the very best.
@funnelchest94.bsky.social
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
@hallafyre.bsky.social
No matter what they end up doing, they're going to kick ass and do themselves proud.
@funnelchest94.bsky.social
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
@hallafyre.bsky.social
No matter what they end up doing, they're going to kick ass and do themselves proud.
October 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Please follow and support what they do next, as all three of them are tremendous talents who deserve the very best.
@funnelchest94.bsky.social
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
@hallafyre.bsky.social
No matter what they end up doing, they're going to kick ass and do themselves proud.
@funnelchest94.bsky.social
@epicswitzer.bsky.social
@hallafyre.bsky.social
No matter what they end up doing, they're going to kick ass and do themselves proud.
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TheGamer is losing so much talent today, it breaks my heart. On a personal and professional level, I cannot put the loss into words.
Everyone being laid off today is incredible and would be an asset to your team. They have jumped through more hoops than you can imagine. Hire them!
Everyone being laid off today is incredible and would be an asset to your team. They have jumped through more hoops than you can imagine. Hire them!
October 22, 2025 at 3:06 PM
TheGamer is losing so much talent today, it breaks my heart. On a personal and professional level, I cannot put the loss into words.
Everyone being laid off today is incredible and would be an asset to your team. They have jumped through more hoops than you can imagine. Hire them!
Everyone being laid off today is incredible and would be an asset to your team. They have jumped through more hoops than you can imagine. Hire them!
Not the best weekend, but really really proud and excited to share my Ninja Gaiden 4 review :) Definitely my Game of the Year, surprising no one - www.thegamer.com/ninja-gaiden...
Ninja Gaiden 4 Review - Greater Ninja
By delivering brutal combat, high challenge, and interesting characters, Ninja Gaiden 4 is almost everything I dreamed it would be.
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October 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Not the best weekend, but really really proud and excited to share my Ninja Gaiden 4 review :) Definitely my Game of the Year, surprising no one - www.thegamer.com/ninja-gaiden...
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I made a game!
Last weekend, I and six pals created O.R.C. in a couple of hours. We playtested once and decided that it was good enough to launch into the world, so if you've always wanted a dexterity dice game about rowdy orc cheerleaders, grab it for free here!
sledgehammer-gaming.itch.io/orc
Last weekend, I and six pals created O.R.C. in a couple of hours. We playtested once and decided that it was good enough to launch into the world, so if you've always wanted a dexterity dice game about rowdy orc cheerleaders, grab it for free here!
sledgehammer-gaming.itch.io/orc
O.R.C. - Outrageously Rowdy Cheerleaders by Sledgehammer Gaming
O.R.C. is a fast-paced game of dice stacking, table smashing, orc cheerleading!
sledgehammer-gaming.itch.io
October 19, 2025 at 9:38 PM
I made a game!
Last weekend, I and six pals created O.R.C. in a couple of hours. We playtested once and decided that it was good enough to launch into the world, so if you've always wanted a dexterity dice game about rowdy orc cheerleaders, grab it for free here!
sledgehammer-gaming.itch.io/orc
Last weekend, I and six pals created O.R.C. in a couple of hours. We playtested once and decided that it was good enough to launch into the world, so if you've always wanted a dexterity dice game about rowdy orc cheerleaders, grab it for free here!
sledgehammer-gaming.itch.io/orc
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I see games media old guard are doing the “let’s shit on the newer folks rather than offering to support them” thing again. I’m tired. As if there’s not enough aggression towards us from audiences.
October 20, 2025 at 8:41 AM
I see games media old guard are doing the “let’s shit on the newer folks rather than offering to support them” thing again. I’m tired. As if there’s not enough aggression towards us from audiences.
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Next up is my Denshattack preview, a game that very pleasantly surprised me!
www.thegamer.com/denshattack-...
www.thegamer.com/denshattack-...
Denshattack Is What Would Happen If Tony Hawk, Jet Set Radio, And Thomas The Tank Engine Had A Baby
Denshattack was one of the biggest surprises for me at this year's Tokyo Game Show.
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October 9, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Next up is my Denshattack preview, a game that very pleasantly surprised me!
www.thegamer.com/denshattack-...
www.thegamer.com/denshattack-...
I’ve not shut up about Absolum since I first saw it, and I’m happy to say it completely lived up to all my hopes - one of my favourite games this year for sure: www.thegamer.com/absolum-revi...
Absolum Review - An Absolute Game-Changer For Beat ‘Em Ups
Absolum isn’t for the weak-hearted, but its excellent beat 'em up mechanics and unique roguelite structure make it one of the genre’s best games.
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October 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
I’ve not shut up about Absolum since I first saw it, and I’m happy to say it completely lived up to all my hopes - one of my favourite games this year for sure: www.thegamer.com/absolum-revi...
One of my favourite pieces I’ve done in a long while, it was a pleasure to chat with Maxime Mary about the work that went into the stunning Absolum: www.thegamer.com/absolum-art-...
Exclusive: Absolum’s Art Director On Designing One Of 2025’s Most Stunning Games, “Surviving” Hades 2, And A Potential Sequel
Absolum art director Maxime Mary gave TheGamer an exclusive look at the creation of its four heroes and shared more about his time on the game.
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October 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
One of my favourite pieces I’ve done in a long while, it was a pleasure to chat with Maxime Mary about the work that went into the stunning Absolum: www.thegamer.com/absolum-art-...
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I am THRILLED that my favourite Broken Sword, The Smoking Mirror, is officially getting the Reforged treatment!
After 2 years of me nagging poor Charles Cecil, we finally chatted about what's coming next and how this new Reforged raises the bar once again.
www.thegamer.com/revolution-s...
After 2 years of me nagging poor Charles Cecil, we finally chatted about what's coming next and how this new Reforged raises the bar once again.
www.thegamer.com/revolution-s...
Revolution Software Is Raising The Bar Even Higher With Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror Reforged
Revolution Software's Charles Cecil talks with me about Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror Reforged.
www.thegamer.com
October 6, 2025 at 4:08 PM
I am THRILLED that my favourite Broken Sword, The Smoking Mirror, is officially getting the Reforged treatment!
After 2 years of me nagging poor Charles Cecil, we finally chatted about what's coming next and how this new Reforged raises the bar once again.
www.thegamer.com/revolution-s...
After 2 years of me nagging poor Charles Cecil, we finally chatted about what's coming next and how this new Reforged raises the bar once again.
www.thegamer.com/revolution-s...
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I’ve been broken for the last ~24 hours but my first big TGS piece has just dropped.
I spoke to Resident Evil Requiem director, Nakanishi-san, and producer, Kumazawa-san, about returning to Raccoon City, and what they learnt from 5 & 6, and revisiting Outbreak.
www.thegamer.com/resident-evi...
I spoke to Resident Evil Requiem director, Nakanishi-san, and producer, Kumazawa-san, about returning to Raccoon City, and what they learnt from 5 & 6, and revisiting Outbreak.
www.thegamer.com/resident-evi...
“You’re Seeing The Next Chapter In The Overall Storyline”: Resident Evil Requiem's Director And Producer Discuss Returning To Raccoon City, Lessons From The Past, And The Mysterious Hooded Figure
We dove deep into all things Resident Evil Requiem with Capcom at Tokyo Games Show.
www.thegamer.com
September 30, 2025 at 1:45 AM
I’ve been broken for the last ~24 hours but my first big TGS piece has just dropped.
I spoke to Resident Evil Requiem director, Nakanishi-san, and producer, Kumazawa-san, about returning to Raccoon City, and what they learnt from 5 & 6, and revisiting Outbreak.
www.thegamer.com/resident-evi...
I spoke to Resident Evil Requiem director, Nakanishi-san, and producer, Kumazawa-san, about returning to Raccoon City, and what they learnt from 5 & 6, and revisiting Outbreak.
www.thegamer.com/resident-evi...
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Hades 2 is exceptional. Supergiant has yet again crafted a nuanced narrative journey with so much depth and unpredictability.
Everything about it is so touching, driven, and eager to surprise at every turn. 🌓
Bravo, @supergiantgames.bsky.social.
www.thegamer.com/hades-2-revi...
Everything about it is so touching, driven, and eager to surprise at every turn. 🌓
Bravo, @supergiantgames.bsky.social.
www.thegamer.com/hades-2-revi...
September 24, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Hades 2 is exceptional. Supergiant has yet again crafted a nuanced narrative journey with so much depth and unpredictability.
Everything about it is so touching, driven, and eager to surprise at every turn. 🌓
Bravo, @supergiantgames.bsky.social.
www.thegamer.com/hades-2-revi...
Everything about it is so touching, driven, and eager to surprise at every turn. 🌓
Bravo, @supergiantgames.bsky.social.
www.thegamer.com/hades-2-revi...
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No one can make jokes about Sonic not having a solid racing game anymore. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is up there with the greats.
www.thegamer.com/sonic-racing...
www.thegamer.com/sonic-racing...
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Review - Sega Does What Nintendon't
Sega has a winner on its hands with Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, giving us an instant classic in the genre, and easily the best game in the series.
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September 18, 2025 at 1:08 PM
No one can make jokes about Sonic not having a solid racing game anymore. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is up there with the greats.
www.thegamer.com/sonic-racing...
www.thegamer.com/sonic-racing...
Dying Light 2 was one of the first games I properly guided for TheGamer, so it’s very cool to have the chance to review Dying Light: The Beast. It’s not as ambitious as the last game, but that definitely helps it in the long run. My review: www.thegamer.com/dying-light-...
Dying Light: The Beast Review - Back To Beastics
The Beast isn’t as ambitious as Dying Light 2, but that sharper focus makes it feel like the true sequel to the first game.
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September 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Dying Light 2 was one of the first games I properly guided for TheGamer, so it’s very cool to have the chance to review Dying Light: The Beast. It’s not as ambitious as the last game, but that definitely helps it in the long run. My review: www.thegamer.com/dying-light-...