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Suddenly feeling anxious and I have no idea why or what about :/

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Failbetter Games | Wishlist Mandrake on Steam! @failbettergames.com · 13h

We're hiring! We're looking for a Writer and Narrative Designer to join the Fallen London team at a senior or mid level. This position is permanent, remote, and full time, which for us means 35 hours a week. #GamesJobs

Night. The House of Chimes - a tower which you might immediately think of as Big Ben - is adrift in the River Thames. It still seems to be keeping time. In the background, a large, alien building looms over the city of London.

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Duncan Hothersall @dhothersall.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

For all that it's been barely reported in the UK press, it's still hard to understate the importance of the stance @labourunionsuk.bsky.social has taken on trans and non-binary rights this week. Every single trade union affiliated to the party of government has stood up and said we will not comply.

Joint statement from National TULO

Solidarity with the trans and non-binary community

Labour's 11 affiliated trade unions stand in total solidarity with the trans and non-binary community.

Trans rights are human rights, and trans rights are workers' rights.

We in the trade union movement will do all we can to stand up for our trans members and all our trans siblings, to protect them from persecution, harassment and attack.

The government must act now to protect all trans people, to make sure their rights are protected, expanded and upheld in our workplaces and communities.

Labour Unions

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Nick Reynolds (he/him) @ncmreynolds.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Hi there folks, while I'm reluctant to spam BSky I'm getting a bit desperate. @uklta.bsky.social is running its next #LARP Cyberpunk: A Life on the Edge next weekend and we've been hit by some crew dropouts that are close to making it non-viable.

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Cyberpunk: A Life on the Edge

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 26/09/2026

The dissonant feeling of realising you're teetering on burning out but also there are ideas you absolutely want to run as games as soon as you can 🙃

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 26/09/2026

Had a (completely mundane) dream the other day where an old friend I'd lost contact with 10 years ago popped up. The next day I sent them an email to say hi and I'm sad we lost that friendship. They actually replied and I'm so happy about that. Might try to rekindle other lost friendships now!

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Dr. Emily Friedman @ecfriedman.com · 16/07/2026

Games Not (Only) By Cis-Dudes 🧵 (list in progress I keep on my phone & pasting here) * Apocalypse World * For the queen * The quiet year * Yazeba’s bed and breakfast * Seven part pact * Kagematsu & A single man * Tales of the Fisherman’s Wife * Steal Away Jordan * A Mending * Field guide to memory

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 23/09/2026

In the past year I announced to some spaces online that I'm bisexual and use he/they pronouns. Seeing as it's apparently bisexual awareness day, it feels relevant to talk about my situation... I'm in a monogamous, loving marriage with a cis woman. I have never had romantic interactions with a man.

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Lur Noise @lurnoise.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Fellow font-fetishist friends, do you have any recommendations of where to get good free (or affordable) fonts?

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 22/09/2026

Season 3 is here and the first ep is an absolute banger! Join @morganjtempest.bsky.social @stellarencore.bsky.social @bigcampaignpodcast.bsky.social & Aidan as they plot the further downfall of a poor old ex-colleague they got fired way back in season 1! open.spotify.com/episode/6QUA...

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3.01 Undercover Bowls

Cybertopia AP · Episode

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Grant Howitt @gshowitt.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Looking for someone who can do 90’s point-and-click style pixel art for a commission. Short notice but it’d need to be done in the next two weeks. Lemme know if that’s you, and share your portfolio please!

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 20/09/2026

First pass edit on an episode today and realised this session was massively wonky in terms of when the "midpoint" break was :| Oh well, I guess y'all getting a long ep then short one pattern going....

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Johan Nohr @nohr.se · 20/09/2026

What are good games if I like Nuclear Throne, Noita, and similar fast-paced, low-threshold, high-risk action games that you can play for ten minutes at a time.

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 18/09/2026

I know that the last of my former colleagues at BARB have now been laid off but I can't shake the feeling that this isn't the end of that place and the bosses there aren't trying to pull something even shiftier than they've been doing fleecing investors and abusing staff all these years...

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 16/09/2026

Well, I guess it's time to dig out this ol' pic for the final time :D

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The Hat Is Here [they/them] @thehatishere.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The vote on this takes place this afternoon. Just wishing I'd heard about it sooner. If you reside in Scotland, please take the time to send this to your local MSPs. AI data centres have no place in Scotland. actionbutton.nationbuilder.com/share/SPK-QE...

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Corey (NomDeGirl) @nomdegirl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"Why are game unions appearing at tabletop conventions?" Because the best time to get unionised is right now.

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United Videogame Workers-CWA @videogameworkers.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Joining a union is like pitching in with your friends to get pizza. We give a little, but we get a lot more.

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 14/09/2026

My kids recently learnt that cows produce a significant amount of methane, contributing to greenhouse gases. One of them just farted and they came out with the phrase "who just produced methane?" 🤣

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Morgan J (aka Tempest) @morganjtempest.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Really looking forward to this coming out. Been listening to Zapp's playlist in anticipation: open.spotify.com/playlist/2DG...

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What's Going On With Zapp?

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 13/09/2026

Running a publicly accessible discord server rn is a minefield, what with the constant stream of bots and scammers. I don't envy ppl who are dealing with this stuff If you don't have some sort of role based verification, airlock, and honeypot channel, it could be safer. Tho some will still get thru

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 12/09/2026

Audio editing is a delicate balancing act and ppl who get it right are incredible. I love when my players laud me for making them "sound better" by cutting out just the right amount of filler words and pauses but taking too much can make it sound unnatural.

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 12/09/2026

For those following the Rockstar tribunal, regardless of the truth, in the UK employers can not fire ppl on the spot. At the very least they must be suspended pending investigation, in which they must be involved and given the opportunity to defend themselves. Employers can not do whatever they want

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Chris Bratt @chrisbratt.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Some international union solidarity on display for the fired Rockstar devs too @gameworkers.co.uk

A QR code directing people to support the Rockstar Union facing an employment tribunal this month.

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 12/09/2026

Unfortunately I'm not feeling great today, so having to cancel this session of End Stage Mechaclysm :/ sorry for everyone who was excited to see what happens when the crew get back from space. We'll be back in 2 weeks on Halfling Wizard Production!

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Mat 🇨🇦 Role Play Chat @roleplaychat.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Hey fellow Canadian Ttrpg creators, I want to make the next season of my ttrpg interview & advice show, Role Play Chat, maple flavoured. If you are an canadian AP performer, game designer, streamer, artist, or any kind of TTRPG creative. Say hello below & let’s see if we can make it happen 🍁🎲🇨🇦

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CWA @cwaunion.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Support Rockstar Games workers who were unjustly fired! ⬇️

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Aurora Lore @aurora-lore.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

When I’m not writing, directing, or editing- I play TTRPGs for audiences! In “Endstage Mechaclysm” I play Zane Waters, a pilot of the test mech Myeerah. Come check it out if you like newfound allies using their mechs to smash things & take down billionaires! twitch.tv/halfling_wiz...

Halfling Wizard Productions presents End Stage Mechaclysm

System created by GM Ben Newbon

Phon as Donovan Pembroke, pilot of The Royal Regent- a gold and teal 6 limbed mech.

Hailey as Piper Aarons, pilot of Spatha- a limber silver mech with an electronic sword.

Pan as Rider35, pilot of Grandstar- a blue and red bionic mech.

Aurora as Zane Waters, pilot of Myeerah- a bronze and green brawler mech.

Biweekly Saturdays 7:30pm UTC
Twitch.tv/Halfling_Wizard_Prod

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EUphoria Actual Play @euphoriaap.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

NOW CASTING - BIPOC applicants always prioritised! Will you be The Heir, the weight of expectation on your shoulders? The Veteran, hardened by years of conflict? Or The Dandy, striding to the beat of your own drum? Join us and forge a collaborative story of Fortune and Doom! tally.so/r/4461Db

An off white background with a soft floral pattern, reminiscent of fleur de lis.
Casting call - The Gallant and the Virtuous.
A scroll unfurling from a trumpet - BIPOC Applicants prioritised!
A black and white illustration of a knight on horseback

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United Videogame Workers-CWA @videogameworkers.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Support the Rockstar workers who were unjustly fired, and those that remain! A victory here could change the course of the whole industry!

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 10/09/2026

This is an incredible, powerful speech and I'm so proud of my comrades over at Rockstar! Everyone, go donate to the crowdfundr to support their case - this is a bigger fight than many realise and could have far reaching impacts across the games industry beyond just putting Rockstar in their place!

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IWGB Game Workers Union @gameworkers.co.uk · 10/09/2026

Today marks the beginning of our trial against Rockstar to hold them accountable for firing workers who were trying to unionise. In order for us to see this through to the end, we need your support. Please donate to and share our fundraiser for the Rockstar 31: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/wWq5Omj...

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Defend union rights: Support the Rockstar 31

Justice for 31 Rockstar employees who formed a union and were fired en masse

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roller's joint IS CASTING @rollersjoint.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Spo0oOpy Scury Stowies to Tell on the Stream is raising money for the Campaign for Southern Equality and RAICES !! And we've got another game on our schedule! Join in on cosmic horrors with this Call of Cthulu one-shot! We are prioritizing non-US based performers with this call.

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Terminus Alone @ Roller's Joint!

Roller's Joint is an Actual Play studio and Gaming Network that provides a welcoming space for performers to come be their silly "higher" selves. We support a variety of art and expression here. Howev...

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Jenbles 🏳️‍⚧️ @jenbles.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Oh dang that's a fine season 3 theme song, I bet a real talented and hot sound wench made that

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 08/09/2026

Introducing the new trailer for Cybertopia Season 3! Episode 1 goes out 2 weeks today and it's a real fun cyberpunky tabletop time! www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZZW...

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Season 3 Teaser

YouTube video by Ben Newbon

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Game Master Monday 🍉 @gamemastermonday.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Anyone who donates at least $5 this week will be entered into a raffle to win one of TWO physical games! You could win either OVERROWN by @bennewbon.itch.io or DAEMON EATER by @gamesinabunker.bsky.social! Excellent additions to your game shelf for just $5? I envy you!

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Peter Taylor @ptrtlrwrts.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

It's really simple - compare and contrast the response(s) to, say, Palestine Action and the mass of racists over the weekend. Are they proprtionate?

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 06/09/2026

Hey mum, I'm in the news again!

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 06/09/2026

Seems like someone at Tabletop Scotland has taken a liking to me over the years because the same person pre-booked half the spots in both my games yesterday and today! Yesterday was the family with early teens and today was a group of mid teens too. Some sort of group organiser or something :)

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 06/09/2026

Yesterday at @tabletopscot.bsky.social I ran Overgrown for 3 kids and a parent. One of them must have only been maybe 6! I did a Grow Your Own Adventure scenario, so they were all inputting on the setting and story. Honestly was the most challenging session I've ever run. I think it went well tho...

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 04/09/2026

All set up and ready to go at @tabletopscot.bsky.social repping @gameworkers.co.uk Come see me at the IWGB stall i09 if you're in the area and wanna chat about how the union helps tabletop workers :) We've got pins and members' games for sale, taking donations towards the Rockstar Fighting Fund

The Independent Workers of Great Britain union Game Workers' branch table at Tabletop Scotland with a wraparound table banner, flyers, pins and members' zines for sale, taking donations for the Rockstar Fighting Fund

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Cameron @crimeron.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Is there anywhere to post writing (poems, essays, the odd short story) that's less annoying to read than Medium and not owned by nazis like Substack? I don't really feel like I have the kind of following that merits a newsletter.

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Sam van der Voort 🔜 PAX Unplugged @laggardson.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Your favorite APs make *no* money I can count on maaaaybe two hands the number of shows that make enough to pay their creators rent So go review them! Make some fan art! Donate to their Patreon! Show them how much their hard work means to you

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Meadow Further @meadow-further.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

HELLO this is the list of solo ttrpgs I am playing this november for #Solovember. However, as some people are participating in #SoloSeptember I thought I'd share it now as a little inspiration. It's an eclectic mix of games, all the better to experience what's possible.

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Solovember 2026 - Collection by Meadow

A collection by Meadow

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Mike Bithell @mikebithell.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

What you need to understand is when workers want financial security, that’s entitlement. When bosses want financial security, that’s a god given right. If you think there’s hypocrisy there, then buddy, you just don’t get business, and its inevitable natural laws.

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Jeff Stormer @jeffstormer.gobirds.online · 30/08/2026

I dont know if this exists but here is what I want, i am speaking it into the world A solo, or solo friendly, tactics game, ideally something lightweight and hackable and / or superhero themed Something I could spin up a scenario and play on my lunch break without spending my whole break prepping

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 29/08/2026

End Stage Mechaclysm is such a fun show to be running! I love my cast and characters so much - they really bring this whole thing to life in wonderful ways :) We're halfway thru the miniseries now, ep 3 of 6 just down, and I'm not entirely sure how this is going to end up going but it's hecking fun!

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 29/08/2026

Just over an hour to go before this! Big questions this session, big decision for the group to make... It's time to fly but just how high???

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Ben Newbon @bennewbon.itch.io · 29/08/2026

Ppl who choose not to join a union are still of value and deserve all the same rights we fight for. Sympathisers can still contribute and offer support, even if not members. Our struggles are for EVERYONE

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