Sign in

Meg Pelliccio

@megpelliccio.bsky.social
683 followers 438 following 150 posts

Read. Write. Game. | she/her |

PostsRepliesMedia
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Ben Sledge @bensledge.co.uk · 27/09/2026
Hello, I'm Ben! I'm an award-losing reporter and games consultant. Here's what I do: 🧑‍🎓 Writing and Reporting Lecturer at University of Greater Manchester ✊ Head of Community at Journo Resources 🤔 Consultant for hire at [redacted] 📝 Games industry reporter and critic www.bensledge.co.uk
bensledge.co.uk
Journalist, Narrative Designer, Consultant, Author - Ben Sledge
Ben Sledge's portfolio. Looking for an experienced reporter, narrative designer, or games industry consultant? You've come to the right place.
0112
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Another awful day in gaming news, so hoping to bring some good to it with an interview I'm really proud of alongside my Rayman Legends Retold preview which is up on the site as well: www.thegamer.com/rayman-legen...
thegamer.com
Rayman Brand Producer On Why Legends Was Remade, Rabbids, And The Future Of The Series
Loic Gounon talks to us about Retold’s recent delay, the possibility of revisiting other games, and much more.
197
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It's my birthday tomorrow so you should definitely add my cool new email to your lists - jadekingfreelance@gmail.com.
1105
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
It's been a couple of weeks now and I've published cool work for VGC, GameSpot, and a couple more bylines to come. While I'm keeping atop of pitching and reaching out to folks I'd love to land at a few more places before the end of 2026. Please hit me up if you're an editor, PR, or wanna chat! 👋
1175
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Really proud to have had the chance to review Marvel’s Wolverine. It has some issues, but it’s still a great time, the story especially surprised and stuck with me. My review: www.thegamer.com/marvels-wolv...
thegamer.com
Marvel’s Wolverine Was Worth The Long Wait
Logan’s first triple-A outing has some flaws, but brutal combat and a heartfelt story make it another standout Marvel game.
0124
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Joe Parlock @joeparlock.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Today is one year since I was laid off by TheGamer. It's been a terrible year, and not having a job has made it so much harder. The games media industry is dead for all but a handful of people at a handful of sites; hundreds of job rejections later, I think I'm screwed. Hire me for anything.
1102
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Keith Stuart @keefstuart.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
You should read Keza’s piece on those revolting, fascistic White House “video games”. I hope Sega and the Tetris Company sue www.theguardian.com/games/2026/s...
theguardian.com
The Trump White House’s fetish for gamer culture has moved up a level with new arcade
A string of distractions on the US government’s own website invite you to catch pixelated migrants – showing gaming’s potential to be nastily weaponised
32912
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
TheGamer @thegamerweb.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
PUBG: Ded.Net takes the series somewhere much stranger, blending roguelike progression, wild builds, dark humour, and a ‘90s setting its creative dire
bit.ly
PUBG: Ded.Net Wants You To “Love It Or Hate It” - Just Don’t Be Indifferent
PUBG: Ded.Net takes the series somewhere much stranger, blending roguelike progression, wild builds, dark humour, and a ‘90s setting its creative dire
011
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Hey, it’s me! I was on Giant Bomb content today and that hasn’t really sunk in yet even though it finished 20 minutes ago.
073
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
My first piece for @gamespot.com is live in which I reminisce about Lord of The Rings: The Third Age and the inspiration it takes from Final Fantasy 10. The recent War in the North shadowdrop made it the perfect time to get all nostalgic about it. www.gamespot.com/articles/rem...
gamespot.com
Remembering The Lord Of The Rings Game That Ripped Off Final Fantasy 10
One sin to rule them all.
2358
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Sharing for the morning crowd. Pretty please add jadekingfreelance@gmail.com to your mailing lists or even reach out if you fancy doing something together! 🔥
12621
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
No time like the present - if you're PR, editors, or even just a little curious go ahead and add jadekingfreelance@gmail.com to your lists ❤️ getting chinese later it feels justified.
05537
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Ben Austwick / BiggusBennus @biggusbennus.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
One of the reasons my streams have been a bit all over the place this year is because we’ve been organising this… And it’s finally time for the reveal… GOSH Charity and @taskmaster.tv are teaming up on the 5th September for a very special online show with creators, celebs and Alex Horne himself!
2294
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
TheGamer @thegamerweb.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
We're really not so different from our FFXIV Warriors of Light after all.
bit.ly
FFXIV Fan Fest Mirrors The Best Of Eorzea’s Community
We're really not so different from our FFXIV Warriors of Light after all.
022
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Vanguard 🔜 Furrific, Scotiacon, ConFuzzled @vanguardhusky.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
I just went to the gacha machines and promised my friends that whatever Job role came out of the machine would be my role in Evercold. Looks like I’m changing roles for the next expansion, kiddos. #FFXIVFanFest
A hand holding a packaged, square charm. The charm is red with gold edges and has a gold sword in the middle. It’s the symbol of the DPS role in Final Fantasy XIV.
171
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
PCGamesN @pcgamesn.com · 22/07/2026
Moss: The Forgotten Relic is great, but Tyler Walters, Technical Art Director at Polyarc, told us that transferring it from VR "was no simple task." www.pcgamesn.com/moss-the-for...
pcgamesn.com
Moss The Forgotten Relic is a great example of transferring games from VR, but making it "was no simple task"
We spoke to Tyler Walters, Technical Art Director at Polyarc, about the process of transferring Moss: The Forgotten Relic from VR.
013
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Was lucky enough to check out Belmont's Curse earlier this month, and it's quickly become one of my most anticipated games of 2026! It's also pushed me to finish the rest of the series, which has been a treat www.thegamer.com/castlevania-...
thegamer.com
It’s Been More Than A Decade Since The Last Castlevania, But Belmont’s Curse Is Going To Be Worth The Wait
Belmont’s Curse understands what makes Castlevania special, and why we’ve all been begging for it to make a comeback.
0104
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Denshattack! is an unrelenting delight and might be the best thing I've played all year. It's so fun to play, even better to listen to, and has some truly lovable characters. Play this game! @denshattack.bsky.social Oh and read my review ❤️ www.thegamer.com/denshattack-...
thegamer.com
Denshattack! Is The Coolest Game You’ll Play This Year
This gravity-defying train game is one of the biggest surprises of 2026.
2247
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
I checked out Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit and loved it just as much as the first! I still wish we didn't have the time-gated aspect though... I'll also never stop using song lyrics to make pun titles. Sorry, not sorry. www.thegamer.com/cozy-grove-c...
thegamer.com
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit Brings Back Its Bear Necessities
Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit offers a familiar yet refined gameplay loop that combines a casual pace with subtle storytelling.
035
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Alex Donaldson @apzonerunner.com · 09/07/2026
Launching a new website about video games today. Meet @respec.net. A sibling to @rpgsite.net, a spiritual successor to VG247, & a brother from another mother to other 100% independent UK media brands like @videogameschronicle.com and @trueachievements.com. www.respec.net/feature/87-w...
respec.net
Welcome to Respec: A word from the Editors | Respec
Welcome to our new little corner of the internet. Why a new video game website, and why now? Allow us to explain...
49735252
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Mathews @vandalheart.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Didn’t realise that my Twitter account would be completely deleted after 30 days of deactivating it…. So had to create a new one… If anyone is still using Twitter please feel free to add me and if you could retweet my pinned post on there that would be amazing 🫶🏻 x.com/vandalheart_...
292
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
I’ve been waiting a long time to tell you all about this one (shout out to @jimnormann.bsky.social for being the Omura to my Maki) www.thegamer.com/orbitals-pre...
thegamer.com
Orbitals Is The Perfect Blend Of Stunning '80s Anime And Top-Tier Co-Op
Orbitals lives up to the hype and is every bit as good as it looks.
273
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
If you haven't played Unhinged on Netflix already, you should add it to your to-do list (and it only takes 30 minutes!) www.thegamer.com/netflix-unhi...
thegamer.com
Unhinged Gives Us A Taste Of What The Future Could Look Like
Night School Studio is onto a winning idea with Unhinged, which brings the horror right into the palm of your hand.
010
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Stop talking about GTA 6 for a second! I reviewed the Star Fox remake and I'm a Star Fox guy now. www.thegamer.com/star-fox-swi...
thegamer.com
Star Fox Remake Review: The Best This Iconic Nintendo Classic Has Ever Been
Get back in your Arwing, you're going to love it.
0126
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
I forgot to share these! I had a big chat with Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi about the trilogy as a whole, links to Advent Children, and how it felt to finish up an ambitious story while expanding the open world. Proud of this one. www.thegamer.com/final-fantas...
thegamer.com
"I Want To Send This Story Off In A Way That Leaves No Regrets" - Final Fantasy 7 Revelation's Game Director On Bringing The Trilogy To Its Climax
We explore Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Rebirth, Revelation and beyond with game director Naoki Hamaguchi.
1176
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Download Festival at the weekend was an absolute blast, and I had the pleasure of chatting with The Primals after their set! You can check out the interview here: www.thegamer.com/the-primals-...
Meg Pelliccio with the Primals.
130
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
The new Rhythm Heaven has an RPG mode and it's killing me that I can't play more of it until next month www.thegamer.com/rhythm-heave...
thegamer.com
Rhythm Heaven Groove Is Everything Long-Time Fans Of The Series Want It To Be And More
You aren't going to be disappointed when Rhythm Heaven Groove arrives on Nintendo Switch next month.
022
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Nathan Ellingsworth - LOOKING FOR WORK @nathanellingsworth.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Games media folks! Anyone want to hop on a call tomorrow morning (UK time) and talk about the Pokopia DLC reveal with me for @culturedex.bsky.social ? Drop me a DM 👋
022
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Quinton O'Connor @quinton.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Hey, everybody. I uh. Hate that I have to do this. I'd always hoped I never would. But after what's gone on with work, I'm officially At That Point. So, if you could share this around, I'd be deeply appreciative. Thanks. gofund.me/80ed923c3
gofund.me
Donate to Help Quentyn (And His Cats!) During A Difficult Time, organized by Quinton O'Connor
Hi there. I'm Quinton. And for the past five years, I've worked … Quinton O'Connor needs your support for Help Quentyn (And His Cats!) During A Difficult Time
02437
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Wayne Emanuel @wayneemanuel.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Yep, Hack '95 is the new game from Village Studio led by @willluton.bsky.social, have been helping on the bizdev/publishing side of things, do check it the trailer & demo! www.youtube.com/watch?v=yv8n...
youtube.com
Hack '95 reveal trailer - PC Gaming Show 2026
YouTube video by PC Gamer
263
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Kirk McKeand @mckkirk.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Watch or read my chat with Abubakar Salim for free. We talk about navigating hostile territory in video games, working with Ridley Scott, staying in shape for roles, and loads more. Subscribes and shares mean a lot and let me do more of these. www.gaming.firezidechat.com/p/firezide-c...
gaming.firezidechat.com
Firezide Chat with Abubakar Salim
A chat about how game development is much harder than being an actor, what the industry can do to push back against toxicity and support diverse voices, and why he’d most like to be reincarnated as a ...
1237
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Claire - open for work 🦈 @thesharkbit.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Shocked & heartbroken to say Team17 PR & Events dept & thus my role have been made redundant. ✨Looking for new roles using my 15 years supporting projects & brands across Marketing, PR, Brand & Comms✨ I appreciate any help that comes my way. Dhia libh uilig💚 (More info in post under this)
Some key art from a few games I've worked on past couple of years (I have worked on a lot more these are just some highlights).
Featured are Date Everything!, Hell Let Loose Vietnam, Banquet for Fools, Lumentale, Alien Isolation and Worms franchise
42222136
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
I played Star Fox on Switch 2 and it's been killing me that I've not been able to talk about it until now www.thegamer.com/star-fox-swi...
thegamer.com
Star Fox Switch 2 Preview: Faithful Remake And Brand New Game Rolled Into One
The Star Fox remake coming to Switch 2 later this month somehow feels like a whole new game and a faithful remake at the same time.
067
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Here’s a trio of interview pieces with some of the development team behind 007: First Light I put together to mark the launch 🕵️ First up is a chat with combat designer Tom Marcham about building hard hitting fights in compelling sandboxes 🤼 www.thegamer.com/007-first-li...
thegamer.com
"James Bond Can't Feel Like A Fool" - IO Interactive Breaks Down Designing The Brutal Combat Of 007: First Light
Bond hits harder than ever in 007: First Light, and it's all thanks to a killer combat system.
1117
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Lucy James @lucyjames.games · 01/06/2026
Some news from me! I quit GameSpot to launch something new. Introducing @lookingfor.game, an independent weekly newsletter where I highlight upcoming PC games and deliver demo codes straight to your inbox. Sign up at lookingfor.game 🥳
lookingfor.game
lookingfor.game
lookingfor.game is a weekly newsletter that highlights upcoming PC games and delivers demo codes and playtesting opportunities straight to your inbox. Curated by Lucy James. It's time to find your ne...
2563778663
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Bubsy 4D is bloody brilliant and one of my fave platformers in ages, @fabraz.bsky.social killed it again! www.thegamer.com/bubsy-4d-rev...
thegamer.com
Bubsy 4D Is A Near-Masterful Platformer, And That’s Not As Surprising As It Sounds
Bubsy 4D is one of my favourite platformers in some time, and would be a guaranteed all-timer if it were just a little bit longer.
215032
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
It's 2026 and I've been playing Rugrats: Search for Reptar on a PS5. What a time to be alive! www.thegamer.com/rugrats-retr...
thegamer.com
Rugrats Retro Rewind Collection Review: Search For Reptar Fans Rise Up
I didn’t know there were enough Rugrats games for the series to warrant a collection, but here it is.
254
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Nicole Carpenter @nicolecarpenter.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
looking for a few more folks to talk to for a story i'm working on about tamagotchi. has tamagotchi influenced your games or art, even going beyond the creature care genre? hit me up here or nicolecarpenterwrites@gmail.com ✨
2917686
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
I had the pleasure of chatting with @perfectgarbage.bsky.social's Emmett Nahil about Grave Seasons, and I am even more HYPED than before! www.thegamer.com/grave-season...
thegamer.com
Grave Seasons Developer Says It’s An “Honour” To Be Compared To Stardew Valley, But “Horrifying To Imagine Living Up To Such A Titan”
Emmett Nahil discusses the challenges of balancing horror and cozy genres in Grave Seasons, and how understanding both audiences is key to creating a successful genre mashup.
29834
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Revolution Software @revolutionsoftware.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
We're officially in talks with Story Kitchen and Evan Spiliotopoulos about making our long dream of a Broken Sword movie a reality! We hope you understand that we can't go into more detail about any of this yet, but here is the Variety exclusive that just went live 🍿📽️ variety.com/2026/digital...
variety.com
‘Broken Sword’ Movie in the Works From Live-Action ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Screenwriter, Story Kitchen (EXCLUSIVE)
A film adaptation of mystery-adventure video game franchise
15225
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
The Devil in Me remains my favourite TDP game, but I did enjoy hanging with the crew in Directive 8020. That's the great thing about anthologies, right? We all have our favourites. Always happy to have more TDP. www.thegamer.com/directive-80...
thegamer.com
Directive 8020 Review: One Giant Leap For Jump Scares
Directive 8020 offers fresh mechanics to the series' template and retains the core gameplay we know and love, but some parts feel a little repetitive.
042
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
I spoke with the lovely peeps at @twopointstudios.bsky.social about Two Point Museum's new DLC, Arty-Facts! I'm obsessed! I'm mourning the loss of my experts who created cute ghosty and emo bear artwork. Learn from my mistakes and keep your favourites safe! www.thegamer.com/two-point-mu...
thegamer.com
I Loved Unleashing My Creative Juices, Wayward Sausages, And Adorable Ghosts In Two Point Museum’s Arty-Facts DLC
In Two Point Museum's Arty-Facts DLC, you’ll come for the funny exhibits and customisation options and stay for the creativity.
071
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Anna Megill @annamegill.com · 06/05/2026
It's true! I'm hiring another senior writer for my team. Position is FT, remote. Come work with me and some truly brilliant, creative folks to create Cyberpunk 2 💥🦾 www.cdprojektred.com/en/jobs/2205...
cdprojektred.com
CD PROJEKT RED | Award-Winning Creator of Story-Driven RPGs
As the team behind The Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2077, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, we create revolutionary RPGs with memorable stories that inspire gamers.
51751442
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Dead as Disco may be in early access, but it’s still my current Game of the Year by a MILE and is filling the hole that Hi-Fi Rush left in my heart! My review: www.thegamer.com/dead-as-disc...
thegamer.com
Dead As Disco Is Already Dangerously Close To Being My Game Of The Year
Even in early access, Dead as Disco is shaping up to be an all-timer.
086
Meg Pelliccio @megpelliccio.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Big thanks to @supermassivegames.bsky.social for the lush Directive 8020 press kit! I always wanted to see what I'd look like if I became purple good! 🤓
Directive 8020 press kit box.Directive 8020 press kit box showing all the stuff inside.TheGamer badge in purple good from the Directive 8020 press kit box.
140
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Josh Coulson @bristolbeadz.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
I played Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and I’m finally allowed to talk about it! (and I have a lot to say) www.thegamer.com/lego-batman-...
thegamer.com
Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Preview
Legacy of the Dark Knight feels bigger, and maybe even better, than anything TT has ever done with its Lego games before.
084
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Murray Somerwolff @patattiemurray.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
🚨🚨🚨ANNOUNCEMENT!!!🚨🚨🚨 WAX HEADS IS OUT!!! Our cosy-punk, puzzle narrative record store game is finally out on PC / Switch / PS5 / Xbox This game is our love letter to music, to the way it connects us and a celebration of human made art. We hope you enjoy it ❤️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuAm...
youtube.com
Wax Heads - Launch Trailer
YouTube video by Curve Games
43557276
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Jade King ✍️ OPEN FOR WORK @konayma6.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I spent a few hours with 007: First Light last week and it feels like the future of licensed video games. An entertaining mixture of Hitman and Uncharted with a take on Bond sporting plenty of heart. Truly hoping that IO has an absolute banger on its hands here. www.thegamer.com/007-first-li...
thegamer.com
007: First Light Could Usher In A New Era For Licensed Video Games
After several hours with IO Interactive's take on Bond, I'm ready for more.
1126
Reposted by Meg Pelliccio
Gepugg @gepugg.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
I’ve been looking forward to Invincible VS since it was announced, and it was definitely worth the wait. It’s only brought down by a cheeky ending and slightly slim offerings - my review: www.thegamer.com/invincible-v...
thegamer.com
Invincible VS Finally Gives The Series The Game It Deserves
Invincible VS is a strong fighter that expertly captures the tone, spirit, and bloody chaos of the beloved source material.
045