eric van allen
@seamoosi.bsky.social
Video Editor @ Game Informer | 1/4 of Axe of the Blood God, 1/2 of Normandy FM | he/him | leading Devil Survivor aficionado | eric@gameinformer.com
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This is a very personal one for me. Sharing is deeply appreciated.
I'm increasingly horrified by what I see happening around me and often feel powerless. But there are so many ways to resist.
These are my thoughts on fighting back in one way I know how: With indies.
These are my thoughts on fighting back in one way I know how: With indies.
Tunic: Fight Back With Me
Knowledge is power.
theindieinformer.com
January 8, 2026 at 10:18 PM
This is a very personal one for me. Sharing is deeply appreciated.
Nintendo literally said "we are putting Fire Emblem Path of Radiance on NSO on Eric Van Allen's birthday"
Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics adds Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is now available via the Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics app for Switch 2, Nintendo announced.
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is now available via the Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics app for Switch 2, Nintendo announced.
Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics adds Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance is now available via the Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics app for Switch 2, Nintendo announced.
www.gematsu.com
January 9, 2026 at 2:03 AM
Nintendo literally said "we are putting Fire Emblem Path of Radiance on NSO on Eric Van Allen's birthday"
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I just watched two women get kidnapped right in front of me in Northeast Minneapolis.
ICE is still terrorizing our city.
ICE is still terrorizing our city.
January 8, 2026 at 4:14 PM
I just watched two women get kidnapped right in front of me in Northeast Minneapolis.
ICE is still terrorizing our city.
ICE is still terrorizing our city.
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guy who pronounces homage like hokage
January 8, 2026 at 4:40 PM
guy who pronounces homage like hokage
good morning! i've officially made it one more rotation around the sun today!
January 8, 2026 at 4:02 PM
good morning! i've officially made it one more rotation around the sun today!
this fit though
(i am also currently playing SMTV Vengeance for the @bloodgodpod.bsky.social pantheon)
(i am also currently playing SMTV Vengeance for the @bloodgodpod.bsky.social pantheon)
January 8, 2026 at 5:20 AM
this fit though
(i am also currently playing SMTV Vengeance for the @bloodgodpod.bsky.social pantheon)
(i am also currently playing SMTV Vengeance for the @bloodgodpod.bsky.social pantheon)
thinkin' bout the Act Combat 7 dog again
(i am playing through Ace Combat 7)
(i am playing through Ace Combat 7)
January 8, 2026 at 3:54 AM
thinkin' bout the Act Combat 7 dog again
(i am playing through Ace Combat 7)
(i am playing through Ace Combat 7)
this run is the thing keeping my mental afloat today
IT'S A TRUCKER MIRACLE, WE ARE BACK ON THE ROAD!! #AGDQ2026
January 7, 2026 at 7:24 PM
this run is the thing keeping my mental afloat today
can't find words that feel commensurate to the situation - a federally approved group allowed to inject themselves, take people from their homes and neighborhoods, and even kill them.
Absolutely horrific details about an ICE shooting in Minneapolis.
A witness says a woman was trying to drive away from an ICE operation and the ICE agent "reached across the hood of the car and shot her in the face like three, four times."
Bovino was there.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
A witness says a woman was trying to drive away from an ICE operation and the ICE agent "reached across the hood of the car and shot her in the face like three, four times."
Bovino was there.
www.mprnews.org/story/2026/0...
January 7, 2026 at 6:03 PM
can't find words that feel commensurate to the situation - a federally approved group allowed to inject themselves, take people from their homes and neighborhoods, and even kill them.
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This week @len.bsky.social joins us to discuss Fire Emblem, Zero Parades, Persona, .45 Parabellum Bloodhound, Divinity, and many many more games that are coming out/we hope are coming out in 2026!
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Most-Anticipated RPGs of 2026 | Axe of the Blood God
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January 7, 2026 at 12:36 AM
This week @len.bsky.social joins us to discuss Fire Emblem, Zero Parades, Persona, .45 Parabellum Bloodhound, Divinity, and many many more games that are coming out/we hope are coming out in 2026!
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the least spoiler-y image i could grab of Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood's ending
bonus: Shinsekai Yori (From The New World)'s final episode - the show is a bit all over the place in a way i love, but the finale somehow grabs all the threads and brings them back together
bonus: Shinsekai Yori (From The New World)'s final episode - the show is a bit all over the place in a way i love, but the finale somehow grabs all the threads and brings them back together
January 6, 2026 at 11:11 PM
the least spoiler-y image i could grab of Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood's ending
bonus: Shinsekai Yori (From The New World)'s final episode - the show is a bit all over the place in a way i love, but the finale somehow grabs all the threads and brings them back together
bonus: Shinsekai Yori (From The New World)'s final episode - the show is a bit all over the place in a way i love, but the finale somehow grabs all the threads and brings them back together
mystery game about combing a database to make connections and discover information? say no more, sign me up
🚨⚠️ Release Date Disclosure! ⚠️🚨
TRAILER: VIDEO EVIDENCE, see below. Please watch, assimilate and share.
DESIGNATION: TR-49
GENRE: NARRATIVE DEDUCTION / AUDIO_DRAMA
DATE: 21st JANUARY
PLATFORMS: iOS / PC / Mac / Deck
This is what we know, so far.
TRAILER: VIDEO EVIDENCE, see below. Please watch, assimilate and share.
DESIGNATION: TR-49
GENRE: NARRATIVE DEDUCTION / AUDIO_DRAMA
DATE: 21st JANUARY
PLATFORMS: iOS / PC / Mac / Deck
This is what we know, so far.
TR-49 - Official Trailer
YouTube video by inkleStudios
www.youtube.com
January 6, 2026 at 5:55 PM
mystery game about combing a database to make connections and discover information? say no more, sign me up
insanely good game of Commander. Magic-playing folks who follow me should make some time to watch this, just a blast.
(also taking so many notes from Jesse's Azula, the Chaos Warp was inspired)
(also taking so many notes from Jesse's Azula, the Chaos Warp was inspired)
Today I am joined by @veradrew22.bsky.social, @bugsmaytrix.bsky.social, and our very own Jesse Robkin to determine who can be the biggest baddie of Commander?
It's probably Jesse, but....oh, god, Bugs brought infect? Well, let's watch and find out here: youtu.be/qZZgj9je0BA
#MagicTheGathering
It's probably Jesse, but....oh, god, Bugs brought infect? Well, let's watch and find out here: youtu.be/qZZgj9je0BA
#MagicTheGathering
January 6, 2026 at 5:28 PM
insanely good game of Commander. Magic-playing folks who follow me should make some time to watch this, just a blast.
(also taking so many notes from Jesse's Azula, the Chaos Warp was inspired)
(also taking so many notes from Jesse's Azula, the Chaos Warp was inspired)
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Looking for games enthusiast writers (both freelance and staff writers/editors) stationed in the NEW YORK area. If that's you I wanna know for some lists I'm working on!
January 6, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Looking for games enthusiast writers (both freelance and staff writers/editors) stationed in the NEW YORK area. If that's you I wanna know for some lists I'm working on!
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It's hard to ask for writing work when so many people are losing their gigs left and right.
I have a FT thing outside of game, so prioritize those who don't.
With that said, I'd like to do more than I did last year.
If you need game reviews, previews, features, tech stuff, etc. - I'm available
I have a FT thing outside of game, so prioritize those who don't.
With that said, I'd like to do more than I did last year.
If you need game reviews, previews, features, tech stuff, etc. - I'm available
January 6, 2026 at 4:31 PM
It's hard to ask for writing work when so many people are losing their gigs left and right.
I have a FT thing outside of game, so prioritize those who don't.
With that said, I'd like to do more than I did last year.
If you need game reviews, previews, features, tech stuff, etc. - I'm available
I have a FT thing outside of game, so prioritize those who don't.
With that said, I'd like to do more than I did last year.
If you need game reviews, previews, features, tech stuff, etc. - I'm available
"Gantz is the Linkin Park of anime," the final words i say before i'm struck down by replies like Caesar on the Ides of March
January 6, 2026 at 5:50 AM
"Gantz is the Linkin Park of anime," the final words i say before i'm struck down by replies like Caesar on the Ides of March
i say this purely because i think just about anyone who enjoys games would benefit from playing this game: this number should be higher
Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles has sold 1 million copies
January 6, 2026 at 2:18 AM
i say this purely because i think just about anyone who enjoys games would benefit from playing this game: this number should be higher
got jump-scared by cat zoomies while q-tipping and basically stabbed my eardrum
What's the most ridiculous way you ever hurt yourself? I got out of the tub, skidded in water and tripped over the toilet. Ankle sprain.
😅
😅
January 6, 2026 at 2:15 AM
got jump-scared by cat zoomies while q-tipping and basically stabbed my eardrum
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What freelancers do I know in LA?
January 5, 2026 at 11:09 PM
What freelancers do I know in LA?
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hi everybody! I'm urgently looking for full-time game writing/narrative design work.
I'm a 6-year industry pro working with both AAA and indie studios on titles like Borderlands 4, Endoparasitic, and [REDACTED]. I also edit and consult!
Updated portfolio is live on my new site:
www.nessacannon.com
I'm a 6-year industry pro working with both AAA and indie studios on titles like Borderlands 4, Endoparasitic, and [REDACTED]. I also edit and consult!
Updated portfolio is live on my new site:
www.nessacannon.com
NESSA CANNON
Experienced game writer and narrative designer available for commissions, assignments, and contract work.
www.nessacannon.com
January 5, 2026 at 8:39 PM
hi everybody! I'm urgently looking for full-time game writing/narrative design work.
I'm a 6-year industry pro working with both AAA and indie studios on titles like Borderlands 4, Endoparasitic, and [REDACTED]. I also edit and consult!
Updated portfolio is live on my new site:
www.nessacannon.com
I'm a 6-year industry pro working with both AAA and indie studios on titles like Borderlands 4, Endoparasitic, and [REDACTED]. I also edit and consult!
Updated portfolio is live on my new site:
www.nessacannon.com
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My previous contract is now over so I am once again looking for work. Freelance Games Media, PR, Content Creator Relations. If there's anything that you think I would be a good fit for please let me know!
January 5, 2026 at 6:07 PM
My previous contract is now over so I am once again looking for work. Freelance Games Media, PR, Content Creator Relations. If there's anything that you think I would be a good fit for please let me know!
oh HELL yeah gonna put one in my Azula deck ASAP
January 5, 2026 at 6:29 PM
oh HELL yeah gonna put one in my Azula deck ASAP
i remember the Sherlock stuff, but i do feel like (as @shepardcdr.bsky.social and others have pointed out) this has big Mass Effect 3 ending vibes.
Does anyone know where the "we hate this finale and there must be a secret extra episode" thing started? I know fans speculated hard with Sherlock in 2017, and I remember it happening for Killing Eve as well. Peacemaker, too, though mostly everyone treated that like a joke.
January 5, 2026 at 5:19 PM
i remember the Sherlock stuff, but i do feel like (as @shepardcdr.bsky.social and others have pointed out) this has big Mass Effect 3 ending vibes.
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Hello everyone. Unfortunately, I was told that I would not be resuming my daily news writer role at Insider Gaming.
So, needless to say, I am open for game journalism work. If you’re looking for a reviewer, previewer, news and/or guide writer, as well as mock reviews, please reach out. Thank you.
So, needless to say, I am open for game journalism work. If you’re looking for a reviewer, previewer, news and/or guide writer, as well as mock reviews, please reach out. Thank you.
January 5, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Hello everyone. Unfortunately, I was told that I would not be resuming my daily news writer role at Insider Gaming.
So, needless to say, I am open for game journalism work. If you’re looking for a reviewer, previewer, news and/or guide writer, as well as mock reviews, please reach out. Thank you.
So, needless to say, I am open for game journalism work. If you’re looking for a reviewer, previewer, news and/or guide writer, as well as mock reviews, please reach out. Thank you.
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I did a lil email QA with the co-CEO of Neowiz, the publisher behind Lies of P, at the tail end of last year to discuss all manner of subjects. Here's what I learned ⬇️
Exclusive: We spoke to the co-CEO of Neowiz, the publisher behind Lies of P, to discuss 2025, Lies of P's Overture expansion, release strategy, generative AI, and more. gameinformer.com/exclusive-in...
January 5, 2026 at 3:31 PM
I did a lil email QA with the co-CEO of Neowiz, the publisher behind Lies of P, at the tail end of last year to discuss all manner of subjects. Here's what I learned ⬇️