Echoing the many sentiments left by the people who knew Patrick. Such a lovely, thoughtful guy who adored video games and working in the space. Rest well, pal

@grubb.wtf @tolkoto.com @ dan

Reminder as the new year begins that I head up GameSpot’s opinions section and would love to read your pitches! I’m always on the hunt for timely and thoughtful criticism and analysis on games and gaming/internet culture, so feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] if interested ☺️✨

Gratitude and hope go hand in hand So, ahead of 2026, here are 18 critics, game makers, professors, and celebs sharing what they're grateful for in gaming. From local art collectives to unions, roguelikes to couch co-op Starring @lucyjames.games @austinwalker.bsky.social @kirkhamilton.com & more!

Unfortunately I cooked a perfect beef wellington on my first try so I am going to be insufferable for 2026 🫶

Titanfall 2's campaign is nothing short of a masterpiece, and what a gift it was for all of us. Such heart, incredible design, impeccable mechanics. Nearly ten years later it more than holds up, it remains arguably the pinnacle of the genre. If you've never played it, please do so.

That's a wrap for Day 1 of @giantbomb.bsky.social's GOTY lists. Still many days to go. If you missed any, the roster today was: @jerf.xyz Dylan Bakalar @eyepatchwolf.bsky.social @lucyjames.games @aidanmoher.com Samoa Joe You can see them all here: giantbomb.com/articles?cat...

Shout out to @lucyjames.games - a genuine, warm person that made me feel welcomed as a part of the audience and now as I work for Giant Bomb. Great list and love to see Seance here. giantbomb.com/articles/luc...

Simply Having A wonderful

on @friendspersecond.bsky.social this week, I made statements suggesting Bluey is both a "guy" and a "raccoon" I deeply apologize for these statements and will work to be better.

It’s our last episode of the year! 🏆 Our Game Awards highlights 🤖 Discussion on AI in gaming 🕹️ New Diablo update, Skate Story, Terminator 2D, Silksong, Puzzmo and more! youtu.be/Lz3jucLMH5M?...

Skipped the gym to play 'And Roger' this morning - another @lucyjames.games recommendation. Absolute delight. The way it fucks with gameplay to show you things is brilliant. Clever, pretty to look at, moving. I'd recommend basically everyone play this. store.steampowered.com/app/3308870/...

We spoke to a dozen professional concept artists who are currently or have previously worked in game development about whether generative AI image tools have made their jobs any easier. Zero said it did. Most said it made things harder. thisweekinvideogames.com/feature/conc...

SURPRISE! I’m @gamespot.com’s resident wasteland guide!!! I’ll be writing about FALLOUT week to week with recaps and Easter egg pieces!!

karl urban in ARK is um

Last year we were hustling all the way through Christmas to get to $30k, this year we hit $30k so fast we had to do a stretch goal. We've been doing Winter Fundraisers for five years now. This was probably the easiest AND best one ever. I'm proud of us, and thankful to you.

scarily accurate representation of my interests

another day making control 2. everyone keeps asking me if they can kiss ahti. buddy, they won't even let ME kiss him.

Go watch and donate!!

on THIS, the day I didn’t get Lily Allen tickets??????

I got fucking GOT by them playing Suicide Mission and them brining out EDI (Tricia Helfer)

qq: is John Cena in RE9

Due credit to @lucyjames.games for inspiring us to write this very funny story www.gamespot.com/articles/you...

cannot believe I’m in the same room as Miss Piggy I literally punched the air when she came out

spot the Expedition 33 team

Please tell your friends about this show (we’ve worked very hard on it)

💔 it’s been such a joy to make this podcast with the best anime lovers around. Thank you everyone for sticking with us! Gonna miss JJBA so dang much (but grateful for the experience and the friends we made along the way ✨)

We had a great time chatting with Lucy about The Seance of Blake Manor on the Friends Per Second Podcast. Thanks for having us on, folks!

@skillup.bsky.social @jakebaldino.com @lucyjames.games Thanks for all the stellar content this year 😎 👉👉

This week! 🐎 HORSES ban 🔮 Metroid Prime 4 thoughts 👻 Séance of Blake Manor interview And much more! youtu.be/mIfXPbOe460?...

@lucyjames.games is presenting, "Best IP Sony or Microsoft Don’t Know They Own"!

watching the latest @friendspersecond.bsky.social and the inevitable metroid prime 4 discussion arrives: @jakebaldino.com : If the game makes me do this, It's not gonna be good @skillup.bsky.social The game makes you do that, Jake. @lucyjames.games 😬

Rainbow Six Siege turned 10 and @jacobdekk.bsky.social, @rinhara5aki.bsky.social, and @mathewpaget.bsky.social made this excellent doc about how it defied an industry. Well worth a watch! youtu.be/BlfRp-c9lv8?...

I love a speedrun (and Bingo Brawlers)

It's Giving Tuesday at the VGHF! We've had an incredible 2025, but we need your help to make sure we can continue doing our charitable work in 2026 and beyond. We just launched our annual Winter Fundraiser campaign, please give if you're able (and share this post!). http://gamehistory.org/donate

I played through HORSES last night (via Epic, lol). Is it messed up? Absolutely. It’s a very adult game, both in its themes and experiences. Every time I’ve hit “Search the store” on Steam today, it autofills with trending games, the top one being Slut Squad. Where does Steam draw the line?

GameSpot got an exclusive look at the Nightreign DLC, and I cannot wait to play more! General impressions: youtu.be/tX8sMJ2Rbl4?... Scholar breakdown: youtu.be/e7Xga9VSi6U?... Undertaker: youtu.be/I2UJPknXP1k?... Interview/article: www.gamespot.com/articles/eld...

We got an exclusive lil look at the new Elden Ring Nightreign DLC. Spoiler alert: there’s swamps now (and the new Nightfarers rock) youtu.be/tX8sMJ2Rbl4?...

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old illustration from a Sekiro inspired set feat. @lucyjames.games

I crammed all of your favorite video game podcasts into one Holiday Special! What are your favorite gamers grateful for? Hear from @kumail.bsky.social and Emily V. Gordon, @austinwalker.bsky.social @lucyjames.games @blessingjr.bsky.social @chrisbratt.bsky.social @teanah.bsky.social, and more!

Honoured to be a part of this lovely Post Games episode! Thank you @plante.bsky.social for having me amongst such illustrious company ♥️

The @friendspersecond.bsky.social discussed The Séance of Blake Manor on their recent podcast. @lucyjames.games seemed to enjoy it quite a lot. Check it out! youtu.be/yvu66Y2VLq8?...

yeah I know TikTok is bad for us but my flight got delayed and someone is doing a live production of Phantom of the Opera entirely in LEGO so

RELEASE DAY!!! Imperfect Creatures is OUT NOW! My weird, Twin Peaks X House of Leaves novel is finally out in the world and wants to take up space in your brain. You can get it here: diachroneitybooks.com/Imperfect-Cr...

even though I didn’t get tickets, man do I love the way Hayley Williams + team did everything they could to reduce scalping, keep ticket prices low AND still donate to good causes with every one sold

absolutely heartbroken to announce that i was part of the crystal layoffs today 💔 if y’all spot any openings for a soft, dedicated, smiley games writer — please send them my way 💫 i was on the most perfect narrative team on an exciting, ambitious project. i will cherish it all forever. 💖