Hey all, In light of... everything my current contract will be ending on July 31. If you know of any senior writer or narrative designer roles please send them my way. www.linkedin.com/in/macleoh/

Talk about whiplash. From yesterday’s gorgeous, inspiring Argentina vs Cabo Verde game to today’s ugly, unhinged France vs Paraguay game. Not sure how France kept their cool through that, but well done. #WorldCup

That might have been the best game I’ve ever seen. #WorldCup2026 ⚽️ 🇦🇷 vs 🇨🇻

One week until our @takethis.org workshop on Managing Burnout for Game Developers! If you're intending to join us, make sure to sign up now! There's a recommended donation of $25 to support future workshop development, but I want to stress it is completely optional! givebutter.com/mental-healt...

Our @takethis.org talk at GDC on the State of Mental Health in the Games Industry is available for free! With the ever brilliant @kellidunlap.bsky.social and Dr. Elizabeth Kilmer! gdcvault.com/play/1035997...

Big changes and exciting news. Tara is absolutely perfect for this, and I can’t wait to see what she and the Take This team do going forward.

omg those astronauts who are parents? THEY CAN LITERALLY TELL THEIR CHILDREN “I LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK”

Thank you all for coming in and donating. We raised $940 for @takethis.org. Thanks to @cypheroftyr.bsky.social @urbanbohemian.com @paintingpirate.bsky.social and @artificer-ind.bsky.social for agreeing to the DC Lasair brand of chaos.

Talking about “good guys” and “bad guys” with my 4 year old, specifically that sometimes good guys are actually bad guys. 4 year old: Like in Fantasy Star 4! The ar-kee-aw-luh-jist is really Dark Force and he wants all the bodies in the whole world!! He’s a bag guy. #NerdParenting

I love that Take This provides the AFK rooms, and Solo But Not Alone helps fund them! If you want to help Take This take care of people, a good way to start is to buy and share the bundle before it's gone! itch.io/b/3481/solo-...

ICYMI, we made it to our second Pokémon event last month. While we were there, we met up with the wonderful @peachyaenne.bsky.social for a chat. Thanks for the wonderful video, Aenne, and for spreading the word about us! 💚💚

🚨 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT TIME 🚨 I'm thrilled to announce the launch of the DLC leadership program, a FREE, evidence-based certification program for digital community leadership. Closed pilot is starting soon, with the public launch coming summer 2026. www.gamedeveloper.com/business/rac...

I have been waiting 20+ years for this moment.

"In 2025, Take This took a breath..." We are very happy to share some of the amazing things Take This accomplished in 2025. Thanks to the incredible support we received from sponsors, partners, & donors, we accomplished quite a bit! Enjoy this retrospective on 2025 as we gear up for 2026.

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