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Break the MonocultureAugust 4, 2026
To save games, we have to build new local ecosystems The games industry is in crisis. Last year 10% of developers were laid off, while startup funding evaporated by 77%. This year has been worse, with foundational “resets” in gaming investments from major players like Microsoft, Tencent, and Meta resulting in major studio closures. Something… Read more: Break the Monoculture
The GDC 2026 NotebookMarch 20, 2026
The [Save Game] newsletter is back! After TinyLetter shut down I took a hiatus, but people keep asking me to bring it back, so here is an extra meaty one. If you are new to this series, please consider subscribing! It’s free, and in this age of social media atomization I have been finding more… Read more: The GDC 2026 Notebook
Next EraJuly 7, 2024
After the unfortunate closing of TinyLetter this newsletter has been on pause until I find a suitable replacement service. I’m very grateful for the readers who have reached out with recommendations, and those who have encouraged me to keep writing more. A great deal has happened since I wrote the last letter! So if you… Read more: Next Era