IN ONE HOUR Start February off right with a cozy bevvy, some chill tunes, and Kelli and the cats! We'll be co-working and vibing, so come join us! 11am ET/8am PT

The community of a game is in many ways a by-product of that game's design, and of design considerations that need to be thought of at the beginning if you want to be intentional about them. When you're designing a multiplayer game you are also designing your game's community and social space

Solo But Not Alone 6 has the perfect game to keep you company on a gloomy night! We even have a spreadsheet to help you find that perfect game, whether you're in the mood to draw, write, map, or explore! itch.io/b/3481/solo-... Help us raise funds for @takethis.org !

One of the most fun chapters I’ve ever had the honor to write!

Chatgpt! Is! Not! Confidential! Do! Not! Do! This! For! Fuck's! Sake!

And we are LIVE! The solo gaming event of the year, Solo But Not Alone 6! Buy 90 items for only $10, all-new singleplayer TTRPGS! We have horny ones, we have scary ones, we have therapeutic ones and kid-friendly ones and more! itch.io/b/3481/solo-...

🎁 Get your gift in before the end of the year! 🎁 Thanks to Take This board member Pete Hines, we have a $15,000 match for our Accelerate the Future of Gaming fundraiser! Every donation is doubled until the match is met. givebutter.com/TakeT... 👉

Solo But Not Alone donation call is closing tomorrow! Every year, we sell a big ole bundle of singleplayer-capable TTRPGs to benefit mental health charity @takethis.org, because as everyone knows this is a rough time of year for mental health. You can help! forms.gle/gbjpRFiAUTYR...

Really proud to have been a part of this in 2025! It makes finding your next favourite game easier to find, and you can hear from experts (including ME!) to see what we recommend! Check it out. :) www.ludocene.com

Some of the most meaningful and memorable moments of my 5 years at Take This have happened while working in AFK Quiet Rooms. If you’ve ever needed a kind word or a quiet, calm space while at a convention, consider donating this Giving Tuesday and supporting programs like the AFK Quiet Room.

Post-convention blues can hit hard, especially combined with the holiday season ramping up this week. If you were at #PAXU or the ST TREK CHI con, or any other con, read this from @takethis.org www.takethis.org/2017/09/how-...

I’ll be at the Hope Booth from 3:30-5pm today if you want to stop by, say hi, and spin our Wheel o’ Prizes!

Ending soon!!!

I understand budgets are tight, especially this time of year, but once again putting out there that I'm open for freelancing and (hopefully) full-time work! I'm also available to speak on podcasts for end-of-the-year discussions!

🎉 It’s live! 🎮 The Indie Allies for Impact itch.io bundle is officially out! Dozens of amazing indie games, all supporting @takethis.org + @igdafoundation.org and their work with mental health and the global dev community. Check out the bundle: 👉 buff.ly/yAMkc6b #IndieGames #GameDevs #IndieDevs

HAPPY 13TH BIRTHDAY, TAKE THIS! As we enter our teens, we wanted to mark the occasion by thanking all of you for your support over the years. We hope to continue serving the gaming community for many years to come. Join the celebration and help keep our mission going at takethis.org

REMINDER! We're accepting proposals for TAGGS 2026 until November 15! Learn more here: https://www.rfr.bz/b120f75

Want to Attend GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Apply for a GGJ Scholarship! 🌟 This scholarship is designed to support members of our global community who are passionate about game creation, collaboration, and learning. Read more & apply today 👉 buff.ly/zYUWytU #GDC #GameDev #IndieDev #Community

🎉✨ Kreaturekind (@valiant.se) has joined the party! ✨🎉 A wholesome deckbuilder, in Kreaturekind you battle cards, debate monsters, & save magic! Add your game to the Indie Allies for Impact @itch.io bundle benefiting Take This & @igdafoundation.org today! Submit now: tinyurl.com/iaibundle

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. Your support matters more than ever. Make your World Mental Health Day gift now by giving a one-time donation or by joining the Pixel Patrons, our monthly giving community dedicated to sustaining mental health in gaming. More info & donate➡️takethis.org/donate

🎮 Are you a dev with at least 1 game on @itch.io? 🤝 Wanna join Glitchhikers (@silverstringmedia.bsky.social), Bardic (@katescapedsgn.bsky.social), & more to support Take This & @igdafoundation.org? Submit your game for the Indie Allies for Impact Itch bundle! tinyurl.com/iaibundle

I’m available for work. Currently available for: Narrative Design Writing (video game & tabletop) Consulting (narrative/DEI/editing) Review and Executive Summary of playable builds Recruiters welcome to get in touch. linkedin.com/in/tanyacdep...

Support Take This & get tons of sourcebooks, adventures, and maps in the #Pathfinder Primer Bundle from @humblebundle.com. We're just over halfway to our fundraising goal with only ONE WEEK LEFT. We need your help to hit our goal, so get yours today and tell a friend!

The Game Devs of Color Expo kicks off tomorrow! 🙌🏾 Get ready for our: 💚Online conference with talks, panels, & interviews with industry experts 💙Networking, live chat, digital booths, meetings, job board 💚GDoCExpo Steam Sale 💙 #GDoCExpo2025 Direct 💚In-person local Watch Parties GET HYPE! 🎉

Legit one of the best curated conferences in the games industry. If you’re remotely interested in making games, I highly recommend checking GAconf out.

Want to play Pathfinder AND support Take This at the same time? Have we got the @humblebundle.com for you! Check out the PATHFINDER PRIMER BUNDLE from @paizo.com to get the core PF rulebooks and dozens of other source books, adventures, and maps! Proceeds benefit Take This. humblebundle.com/boo...

It's my absolute pleasure to present to you our labor of love: Poly Fighter! We are HeartLoop Games! ♥

In one hour, @lizfavtastic.bsky.social returns from a two-week hiatus to tackle some more Take Two: Kingdom Hearts! Defeated by the game long ago, Liz is determined to make it through this time, but she needs your help. Come cheer her on! 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT twitch.tv/TakeThisOrg

LIVE NOW!!! Join @drhayspsyd.bsky.social and @lizfavtastic.bsky.social for more Split Fiction goodness! They're kicking off tonight's stream with a boss fight, so get in here! twitch.tv/TakeThisOrg

PAXWest is 1 week away! We'll be there with bells on — AFK Room, panels & workshops, and saying hi at our Hope Booth. Speaking of, check out these awesome new Dicey Os pins we'll have available from @arielleishere.bsky.social! Available while supplies last, so don't forget to come see us.

This bundle supports Game Devs of Color, a nonprofit organization that uplifts and amplifies game creators of color. itch.io/b/3171/game-...

It's Pokemon World Championships Finals day! It has been a grueling weekend of battling, trading, and training, and the finish line is in sight. Be sure you're drinking water, getting rest, and taking time for you. If you need a break, stop by our AFK Quiet Room any time!

LIVE NOW! Sarah and Liz are back with more Take This Plays: Split Fiction. Get in here and hang out while they play! twitch.tv/TakeThisOrg

Many people turn to games when they’re stressed. But stress can affect focus, memory, and motor skills, making accessibility even more important. 🧠 Accessible design supports players with different needs and helps reduce stress by making gameplay smoother, clearer, and therefore more enjoyable.

Live now!

Big Accelerate Season 2 News!!! 📰 If you're still hoping to apply, the application deadline is now July 27th at 11:59pm PT. 📰 We're thrilled to welcome @abbylemaster.bsky.social from @riotgames.com as one of our new mentors this season! Apply here ➡️ takethis.org/accelerate

It’s the last week of Pride 🌈 & we’re celebrating with a giveaway! Win a Rainbow Drops dice set from @dispeldice.bsky.social ‬! To enter, share how Take This has helped you—through an AFK Room🛋️, resources 📚, Discord 💬, or mentorship 💼. Reply here, on Discord, or info@takethis.org by 6/30!

Happy 5 year anniversary to my small business Bibipins!!! I started it on Juneteenth in 2020. Back then I mainly sold pins & stickers. I've grown a lot since then. I'm so grateful to all of your continued support! Here's to another amazing 5 years!

🚨 ACCELERATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🚨 Looking to level up your career in mental health & games? Apply for Accelerate Season 2! Applications are open until July 13. Enormous thanks to our sponsors, @riotgames.com & @unlikelycollaborators.com More info & how to apply ➡️ takethis.org/accelerate

As the team travels home from New Orleans, we just want to say thank you to Pokemon for having us at this year’s #PokemonNAIC! We had a great time and were so happy to provide our AFK experience to competitors, staff, and spectators alike. See you in Anaheim, trainers! 👀😉

PIKACHUUUUUUU! (I’m dead I can’t believe how cool this was) Thanks for sending me down here, @takethis.org!!! #PokemonNAIC

Our very own @kellidunlap.bsky.social & @doctorkilmer.bsky.social are speaking at the 2025 G4C Festival, June 26-27 in NYC! ✨🎮 Join us and other global changemakers to explore how games can break barriers & create solutions for a better future. 🎟️ Grab your ticket today! bit.ly/3DCePWl #G4C2025

Happy Tuesday! Get your morning started off right in one hour with this week's Work and Chill stream. We'll hang out, play some music, and get some work done! 11am ET/8am PT twitch.tv/TakeThisOrg

The representation of mental illness in video games is something very near and dear to my and @kellidunlap.bsky.social heart. If it is also near to your heart, then this is for you (open access)! www.erudit.org/en/journals/...

I am feeling quite disapoofed.

🚨 NEW PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 Take This and Pokémon are teaming up to bring AFK Rooms to the Pokémon Championship Series this summer! 😱 🎉 🥳 First up, from June 13-15, we're headed to the North America International Championships in New Orleans, LA. (Lookout, Anaheim, we'll see you soon too! 👀)

We've said it before, & we'll say it again: times are tough. To close out Mental Health Awareness Month, we've got a new article from @doctorkilmer.bsky.social on how to care for yourself and cope during stressful times. takethis.org/2025/05/coping-during-stressful-times

🎉 We’re launching our first Pixel Patrons Giveaway! 🎉 Join our monthly giving community by Friday, May 30 for a chance to win your choice of goodies like Astro Bot, Days Gone Remastered for PS5, or board games like Unstable Unicorns! 🎮🎲🦄 Join here ➡️ takethis.org/pixel-patrons 🧡💙

New life achievement: I met Chili and got a hug from Mum. I’m sure the happy tears will stop at some point….