James O’Connor
@jickle.net
Narrative designer, writer, editor, critic, consultant and mock reviewer for hire! Author of Untitled Goose Game for Boss Fight Books and (unannounced second book)! Winner of some awards! jamesoconnorau at gmail.
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James O’Connor
@jickle.net
· May 30
New pinned post! I am an:
-Author (second book in the works)
-Narrative designer and game writer
-Award-winning critic and journalist
-Mock reviewer, narrative consultant and script editor seeking new clients (jamesoconnorau at gmail dot com to discuss rates!)
-Copywriter, if the pay's not bad
-Author (second book in the works)
-Narrative designer and game writer
-Award-winning critic and journalist
-Mock reviewer, narrative consultant and script editor seeking new clients (jamesoconnorau at gmail dot com to discuss rates!)
-Copywriter, if the pay's not bad
*Very* keen for this.
We are ONE WEEK from launch on Steam and Nintendo Switch 😮
Soon, the full story behind our command-select adventure game will be revealed. It's the perfect game for your holiday break 📖
Still time to add us to your wishlist pre-launch ⬇️
store.steampowered.com/app/2689930/...
Soon, the full story behind our command-select adventure game will be revealed. It's the perfect game for your holiday break 📖
Still time to add us to your wishlist pre-launch ⬇️
store.steampowered.com/app/2689930/...
November 23, 2025 at 7:02 AM
*Very* keen for this.
Inkle is a true “every game is a must-play” dev for me and whatever this is I can’t wait to jump into it
We don't know. What we do know is the wiring diagram works. We built it, virtually, in @godotengine.org. We fed it scans of the books we found.
And the books are very, very strange. The "game" that resulted is also strange.
We're hoping people can make sense of it for us.
And the books are very, very strange. The "game" that resulted is also strange.
We're hoping people can make sense of it for us.
TR-49 on Steam
Narrative deduction meets audio drama, from the creators of Heaven’s Vault, Overboard! and A Highland Song.
store.steampowered.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Inkle is a true “every game is a must-play” dev for me and whatever this is I can’t wait to jump into it
This morning I have the “I have written this article and all that is left is to write the perfect final sentence that summarises the larger message of the piece elegantly, shit, fuck, how do I do that” blues
November 20, 2025 at 11:19 PM
This morning I have the “I have written this article and all that is left is to write the perfect final sentence that summarises the larger message of the piece elegantly, shit, fuck, how do I do that” blues
Reposted by James O’Connor
The project I have been working on now has a name and a Steam page. :)
I’m super happy to officially announce our next project, spearheaded by @threeohfour.bsky.social!
“Gilt” is a sci-fi/fantasy game about a priest haunted by a dying God.
Learn more (and wishlist!) over here:
store.steampowered.com/app/3979770
“Gilt” is a sci-fi/fantasy game about a priest haunted by a dying God.
Learn more (and wishlist!) over here:
store.steampowered.com/app/3979770
Gilt on Steam
Embark on a quest of redemption across the planet of Gilt to restore a disillusioned priest's faith, a dying God's power, and the waning hope of a people who have forgotten how to believe. A sci-fi fa...
store.steampowered.com
November 20, 2025 at 1:15 AM
The project I have been working on now has a name and a Steam page. :)
Rian Johnson was right on this. I know “(blank) but with Muppets” is a fun trend but people are not doing the maths on how bad this has the potential to be.
Muppet Poker Face might have worked though
Muppet Poker Face might have worked though
Am I a hypocrite for wanting this after giving a hard no to muppet knives out
Okay, I'm making my case for the only Muppet I want to see on Broadway right now...
November 19, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Rian Johnson was right on this. I know “(blank) but with Muppets” is a fun trend but people are not doing the maths on how bad this has the potential to be.
Muppet Poker Face might have worked though
Muppet Poker Face might have worked though
Sadly the writer of this episode passed away last week, but he lives on in the way I say "here's a knife" in Jimbo's voice whenever I hand someone a knife
32 years ago today, we first witnessed the wonder of the My Dinner with Andre video game. “Boy-Scoutz ‘n the Hood” premiered November 18, 1993.
November 19, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Sadly the writer of this episode passed away last week, but he lives on in the way I say "here's a knife" in Jimbo's voice whenever I hand someone a knife
Good morning (I feel like my interest in this Pokemon app has finally been waning but maybe it just pulled me back in)
November 18, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Good morning (I feel like my interest in this Pokemon app has finally been waning but maybe it just pulled me back in)
I used to not know anything about hockey, but now I know one thing: that this is my favourite hockey team
YOU GUYS WANNA SEE SOMETHING CURSED???? HOW ABOUT NEON GENESIS LEHIGH VALLEY PHANTOMS HOCKEY?????
November 17, 2025 at 4:30 AM
I used to not know anything about hockey, but now I know one thing: that this is my favourite hockey team
Went to a cinema last night and watched Mulholland Drive so this is definitely going to be a good week
November 17, 2025 at 12:12 AM
Went to a cinema last night and watched Mulholland Drive so this is definitely going to be a good week
Had to reset the board last night with a guaranteed masterpiece
November 14, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Had to reset the board last night with a guaranteed masterpiece
Really love that Popagenda put their mock reviewers in the credits!
It's not often that I get to publicly talk about the games I consult on. It was so rewarding to mock review Goodnight Universe before release, especially as someone who has such a strong personal connection to Before Your Eyes. Goodnight Universe is achingly beautiful, go play it! 💜
November 14, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Really love that Popagenda put their mock reviewers in the credits!
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In Kulebra and the Souls of LIimbo, you play as Kulebra, a recently-deceased snake trapped in a time loop in Limbo 💀
Grab @gallagames.bsky.social's charming papercraft adventure game for 40% off until 19 Nov PT as part of Steam Animal Fest 🦍
Begin your journey into Limbo! 🌤️
🐍 bit.ly/Kulebra
Grab @gallagames.bsky.social's charming papercraft adventure game for 40% off until 19 Nov PT as part of Steam Animal Fest 🦍
Begin your journey into Limbo! 🌤️
🐍 bit.ly/Kulebra
November 11, 2025 at 10:33 PM
In Kulebra and the Souls of LIimbo, you play as Kulebra, a recently-deceased snake trapped in a time loop in Limbo 💀
Grab @gallagames.bsky.social's charming papercraft adventure game for 40% off until 19 Nov PT as part of Steam Animal Fest 🦍
Begin your journey into Limbo! 🌤️
🐍 bit.ly/Kulebra
Grab @gallagames.bsky.social's charming papercraft adventure game for 40% off until 19 Nov PT as part of Steam Animal Fest 🦍
Begin your journey into Limbo! 🌤️
🐍 bit.ly/Kulebra
I was a bit mixed on the first 4 episodes but the back half of Dispatch is *very* good
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 AM
I was a bit mixed on the first 4 episodes but the back half of Dispatch is *very* good
Where do I insert my 4K Blu-Ray discs on the Steam Machine though
November 12, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Where do I insert my 4K Blu-Ray discs on the Steam Machine though
Reviewed a videogame www.screenhub.com.au/news/reviews...
Syberia Remastered review: still good but not better than the original | ScreenHub: Film, TV, Streaming and Games
The remaster a good visual overhaul of the original Syberia, but it retains a few too many quirks.
www.screenhub.com.au
November 11, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Reviewed a videogame www.screenhub.com.au/news/reviews...
A great day for thinking "should I post about this or focus on the good work I'm trying to do"
November 11, 2025 at 12:06 AM
A great day for thinking "should I post about this or focus on the good work I'm trying to do"
My Untitled Goose Game book seems to be in stock at The Nile at a bit of a discount. It’s a good Christmas present for any fans of the game in your life! And there are no f-bombs so that you can buy it for your teen without worrying it’ll corrupt them!
www.thenile.com.au/books/james-...
www.thenile.com.au/books/james-...
Untitled Goose Game by James O'Connor, Paperback, 9781940535364 | Buy online at The Nile
Buy Untitled Goose Game by James O'Connor, Paperback, 9781940535364 online at The Nile. Fast delivery with free 30 Day Returns across Australia.
www.thenile.com.au
November 10, 2025 at 12:41 AM
My Untitled Goose Game book seems to be in stock at The Nile at a bit of a discount. It’s a good Christmas present for any fans of the game in your life! And there are no f-bombs so that you can buy it for your teen without worrying it’ll corrupt them!
www.thenile.com.au/books/james-...
www.thenile.com.au/books/james-...
I’ve been slowly reading Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan novels this year (My Brilliant Friend and its three sequels) and these are pretty firmly some of the best books I’ve ever read. I know many people already had this moment 10 years ago but I’m there with you now!
November 7, 2025 at 10:01 PM
I’ve been slowly reading Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan novels this year (My Brilliant Friend and its three sequels) and these are pretty firmly some of the best books I’ve ever read. I know many people already had this moment 10 years ago but I’m there with you now!
Once Were Warriors was a foundational "big important adult movie" in my mind as a kid. I am long overdue for an adult rewatch. RIP. www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu...
Legendary Ngāti Porou filmmaker Lee Tamahori dies
Following the success of his directorial debut, Tamahori went on to direct Hollywood blockbusters and independent films.
www.rnz.co.nz
November 7, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Once Were Warriors was a foundational "big important adult movie" in my mind as a kid. I am long overdue for an adult rewatch. RIP. www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu...
I just played through this whole game - which took under an hour - and it’s really great. I’ll be writing something about it but you should be cool and ahead of the curve and play it first when it releases this week
THURSDAY
THIS WEEK
EXPERIENCE TDM_FILTH IN... IT TAKES A WAR
WISHLIST NOW: store.steampowered.com/app/3919530/...
"STOP SHOUTING!"
THIS WEEK
EXPERIENCE TDM_FILTH IN... IT TAKES A WAR
WISHLIST NOW: store.steampowered.com/app/3919530/...
"STOP SHOUTING!"
November 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
I just played through this whole game - which took under an hour - and it’s really great. I’ll be writing something about it but you should be cool and ahead of the curve and play it first when it releases this week
Had a good chat with Rob Davis about Ghost of Yotei and came away from it with a renewed ambition to find a way to watch Lady Snowblood www.superjumpmagazine.com/ghost-of-yot...
Ghost of Yōtei: Behind the Scenes with Rob Davis
An exclusive interview with Ghost of Yōtei's Campaign Director
www.superjumpmagazine.com
November 5, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Had a good chat with Rob Davis about Ghost of Yotei and came away from it with a renewed ambition to find a way to watch Lady Snowblood www.superjumpmagazine.com/ghost-of-yot...
I feel like I used to sympathise with the "all games have bad writing" position when I was much sadder and had not yet realised that the chip on my shoulder was an issue to be worked through rather than a badge of honour, so I hope whoever started this discourse finds some joy within their week
November 3, 2025 at 1:42 AM
I feel like I used to sympathise with the "all games have bad writing" position when I was much sadder and had not yet realised that the chip on my shoulder was an issue to be worked through rather than a badge of honour, so I hope whoever started this discourse finds some joy within their week
I know this isn't news to anyone but this game is *unbelievable*, just a real triumph and delight of design.
I am having a wonderful time with Final Fantasy Tactics, a game that is, conservatively, 100 times harder than I thought it was going to be
November 2, 2025 at 11:56 PM
I know this isn't news to anyone but this game is *unbelievable*, just a real triumph and delight of design.
This is quite lovely.
⛵ Lente made a video game about a boat, while living on a boat.
I visited Lente and the boat and talked about Lente and boats.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/02/a...
I visited Lente and the boat and talked about Lente and boats.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/02/a...
The Game She Wrote on a Boat Kept Her Afloat
www.nytimes.com
November 2, 2025 at 11:10 PM
This is quite lovely.
Having a good local pub within walking distance of your house is one of the under-discussed fundamental perks of being alive
October 31, 2025 at 9:24 AM
Having a good local pub within walking distance of your house is one of the under-discussed fundamental perks of being alive