Kelsie
@kdlunas.bsky.social
Senior Narrative Designer @ Obsidian (The Outer Worlds 2). Here for the shitposts. Opinions are my own, etc
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the pope says friction can be good
Some inspiring words on cinema in the streaming era from the Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
Yes, THAT Pope.
November 15, 2025 at 7:36 PM
the pope says friction can be good
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NEW: I spoke to Obsidian (Outer Worlds, Avowed, Fallout: NV) about how their games are written
They've heard "horror stories" of writers sidelined at other studios
Sawyer: At Obsidian, writers and area designers are "co-creators" who sculpt a game world together
www.gamefile.news/p/obsidian-e...
They've heard "horror stories" of writers sidelined at other studios
Sawyer: At Obsidian, writers and area designers are "co-creators" who sculpt a game world together
www.gamefile.news/p/obsidian-e...
How Obsidian writes
A chat about the words that go into video games, with creators behind The Outer Worlds, Pillars of Eternity, Pentiment and more.
www.gamefile.news
November 11, 2025 at 9:24 PM
NEW: I spoke to Obsidian (Outer Worlds, Avowed, Fallout: NV) about how their games are written
They've heard "horror stories" of writers sidelined at other studios
Sawyer: At Obsidian, writers and area designers are "co-creators" who sculpt a game world together
www.gamefile.news/p/obsidian-e...
They've heard "horror stories" of writers sidelined at other studios
Sawyer: At Obsidian, writers and area designers are "co-creators" who sculpt a game world together
www.gamefile.news/p/obsidian-e...
Vince Gilligan, my GOAT
November 8, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Vince Gilligan, my GOAT
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If you love Wireless Free Arcadia, Grand Plan Wireless—or Protectorate Sanctioned Wireless—we have great news! The full version of The Outer Worlds 2 Official Game Soundtrack is now available on streaming platforms. lnk.to/TheOuterWorlds2
Various Artists - The Outer Worlds 2 (Official Game Soundtrack)
Listen to The Outer Worlds 2 (Official Game Soundtrack) by Various Artists.
lnk.to
November 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
If you love Wireless Free Arcadia, Grand Plan Wireless—or Protectorate Sanctioned Wireless—we have great news! The full version of The Outer Worlds 2 Official Game Soundtrack is now available on streaming platforms. lnk.to/TheOuterWorlds2
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#OuterWorlds2 takes place in a fanciful future where you can change people's minds by talking to them.
November 5, 2025 at 3:25 AM
#OuterWorlds2 takes place in a fanciful future where you can change people's minds by talking to them.
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NEW: After my last piece about what's slowing down game development, folks wrote in to ask "why didn't you talk about bad leadership?"
It uhhhh never came up. So I returned to the well and asked devs to explain why better leadership—not AI or any other tool—is vital to efficient game development.
It uhhhh never came up. So I returned to the well and asked devs to explain why better leadership—not AI or any other tool—is vital to efficient game development.
How poor leadership slows down game development
How poor leadership slows down game development
No tool—AI or otherwise—can speed up game development if leaders don't rise to the occasion.
www.gamedeveloper.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:34 PM
NEW: After my last piece about what's slowing down game development, folks wrote in to ask "why didn't you talk about bad leadership?"
It uhhhh never came up. So I returned to the well and asked devs to explain why better leadership—not AI or any other tool—is vital to efficient game development.
It uhhhh never came up. So I returned to the well and asked devs to explain why better leadership—not AI or any other tool—is vital to efficient game development.
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wanted to boost this again since, unsurprisingly, nothing has panned out (remember this isn't normal!) open to contract and full time work, games-adjacent or no
Hi #Portfolioday l! I'm Emma Kidwell, an award nominated writer and designer experienced in indie and AAA. I've worked in all stages of game development from polish to pitching. I'm adaptable, quick to learn, and available for full time and contact work ✍️
✨ emmkid.info
✨ emmkid.info
October 30, 2025 at 4:11 PM
wanted to boost this again since, unsurprisingly, nothing has panned out (remember this isn't normal!) open to contract and full time work, games-adjacent or no
Dave played the hell out of this character too 🙏
Allow me to introduce you to Consul Emory Thoreau, the character I play in The Outer Worlds 2, available TODAY! Come join me and the rest of the monstrously talented cast and immerse yourself in this richly detailed experience! 🚀🎮🌝
October 29, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Dave played the hell out of this character too 🙏
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I voice Head Refresher Gould, Vice President Willard Konnen, and Mads Parminter in THE OUTER WORLDS 2, all 3 characters were REALLY fun to play in very different ways, the game is available NOW
October 29, 2025 at 9:15 PM
I voice Head Refresher Gould, Vice President Willard Konnen, and Mads Parminter in THE OUTER WORLDS 2, all 3 characters were REALLY fun to play in very different ways, the game is available NOW
May the numbers guide you 🫡
Your directive: Prepare for deployment — Arcadia awaits.
The Outer Worlds 2 launches soon. #TheOuterWorlds2
The Outer Worlds 2 launches soon. #TheOuterWorlds2
October 29, 2025 at 5:21 PM
May the numbers guide you 🫡
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My take on the World Series? I support Shohei Ohtani’s role as global ambassador for Oi Ocha. I’m a regular Ito En drinker and I agree with Ohtani’s take: “So much is happening these days. It makes sense to take a break for green tea.”
October 29, 2025 at 2:31 AM
My take on the World Series? I support Shohei Ohtani’s role as global ambassador for Oi Ocha. I’m a regular Ito En drinker and I agree with Ohtani’s take: “So much is happening these days. It makes sense to take a break for green tea.”
deep thoughts with @joefielder.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 7:46 PM
deep thoughts with @joefielder.bsky.social
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If you've ever faced food insecurity in the past: you know how it stays with you. Things are about to get tough for 40 million people. If you're in a place where you can donate some money (or TIME) to your local food bank, please be really intentional about it in November.
US Department of Agriculture says no food aid benefits will be issued next month reut.rs/3WohHMk
US Department of Agriculture says no food aid benefits will be issued next month
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Saturday that food benefits under one of the country's biggest social assistance programs will not be issued next month amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.
reut.rs
October 26, 2025 at 7:28 PM
If you've ever faced food insecurity in the past: you know how it stays with you. Things are about to get tough for 40 million people. If you're in a place where you can donate some money (or TIME) to your local food bank, please be really intentional about it in November.
sorry, but I'm never going to get over this bit of promo
October 25, 2025 at 11:24 PM
sorry, but I'm never going to get over this bit of promo
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Six years after The Outer Worlds, our world is a scarier place — something the sequel acknowledges without letting up on laughs
The Outer Worlds 2 still manages to be funny, despite everything
Six years after The Outer Worlds, our world is a scarier place — something the sequel acknowledges without letting up on laughs
www.polygon.com
October 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Six years after The Outer Worlds, our world is a scarier place — something the sequel acknowledges without letting up on laughs
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I would say "maybe listen to your developers" but every one of you reading this already are. There are just like 15 guys in the world who aren't, and they own every company.
October 24, 2025 at 11:28 PM
I would say "maybe listen to your developers" but every one of you reading this already are. There are just like 15 guys in the world who aren't, and they own every company.
🙏
Beyond thrilled to be a part of The Outer Worlds 2 playing a great *new* character (more on that later)! The great storytelling and brilliant writing that Obsidian is known for is in full effect...BIG thanks and huge congrats to everyone who contributed to this fantastic game! 🎉🚀🌝
October 25, 2025 at 12:15 AM
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Tune in, Commander! Listen to The Outer Worlds 2 Official Game Soundtrack, available now on streaming platforms. lnk.to/TheOuterWorlds2
October 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Tune in, Commander! Listen to The Outer Worlds 2 Official Game Soundtrack, available now on streaming platforms. lnk.to/TheOuterWorlds2
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the elite class becomes easier to understand when you realize they think everybody is as dumb as they are
October 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM
the elite class becomes easier to understand when you realize they think everybody is as dumb as they are
And early access is live, baby! Say hi to Inez for me.
October 24, 2025 at 5:53 PM
And early access is live, baby! Say hi to Inez for me.
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The Order of the Ascendant invites you to indulge in data and the latest advances in scientism—welcome to Grand Plan Wireless! Up next: a preview of ‘Fibonacci’, composed by Juliette Jones and Interleave. youtu.be/eguCXgnb9NA
October 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Order of the Ascendant invites you to indulge in data and the latest advances in scientism—welcome to Grand Plan Wireless! Up next: a preview of ‘Fibonacci’, composed by Juliette Jones and Interleave. youtu.be/eguCXgnb9NA
The reviews for The Outer Worlds 2 are in... and indeed, we made a great video game, folks. <3
October 23, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The reviews for The Outer Worlds 2 are in... and indeed, we made a great video game, folks. <3
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The Outer Worlds 2 sharpens Obsidian’s RPG formula with smarter writing and better combat.
Our review:
Our review:
The Outer Worlds 2 Review
bit.ly
October 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
The Outer Worlds 2 sharpens Obsidian’s RPG formula with smarter writing and better combat.
Our review:
Our review:
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Companions, shooting, movement, role-playing, the branch of the narrative. It's all better in The Outer Worlds 2.
Our review: https://bit.ly/47CGxhU
Our review: https://bit.ly/47CGxhU
October 23, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Companions, shooting, movement, role-playing, the branch of the narrative. It's all better in The Outer Worlds 2.
Our review: https://bit.ly/47CGxhU
Our review: https://bit.ly/47CGxhU
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Obsidian returns with another branching choice-driven RPG experience that's among the studio's best work.
Review ↓
Review ↓
'The Outer Worlds 2' Is a Quirky, Satirical Space Opera in the Vein of 'Fallout'
bit.ly
October 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Obsidian returns with another branching choice-driven RPG experience that's among the studio's best work.
Review ↓
Review ↓