Sonic 35th anniversary? Finally time for Sega to acknowledge that Sonic Chaos (MS) was the path they should have followed and start the course correct. It's not too late John Sega (also, end the Opa-Opa, Alex Kidd, Wonderboy and Psycho Fox exile).

A very cool thing to check out. The first Issue of Game Poems is now live. The theme for this one is 'First Moves'. It's a collection of 13 interactive experiences. Free to play in your browser. www.gamepoems.com/issue01/

Glad I didn’t make this a resolution or pact or something as I’ve already fallen off the tracks and started on a physical, card-based strategy game.

Every time I hear Cameron waffle on about technology not being advanced enough for more Avatar movies (tall blue peeps) I think of the little green peeps (Gremlins) and how the little weirdos were left behind to rot.

It’s tacky, but just like low-light, a little extra ice on the scene really shifts how things look.

Project-wise and growth-wise, 2025 turned out to be quite a good year for me. For 2026 to be better I need to focus on things that are working and things that matter, and not get so distracted (or start so many time-consuming side projects).

TTRPG Tonight: Unflinchingly killed Santa and his possessed postbox.

Results are concluded for a walking challenge that some of my PoGo group and I took on. Pretty chuffed that I managed 200km+ from Dec 1st to Christmas Eve, especially considering how much time I spend behind the wheel (and at the desk).

We had an amazing Christmas yesterday - the kids were buzzing all day. I even managed to level up my desk setup with some lovely gifts from Jupiter.

And now, last night, we did third Christmas with our wonderful tabletop group - some of my oldest, best friends. Jupiter laid out an amazing platter of meats, cheeses and some of her traditional dishes. After we had all filled up we spent the evening playing Jackbox rather than tabletop.

Yesterday we filled a room with a dozen great people, had a big roast dinner and just chatted rather than actually playing the Xmas-themed one-shot. It’s like a little found-family and I’m still feeling warm and full from it.

Had an absolutely amazing time zipping around Canary Wharf w/ Jupiter, Pilot Quang and a group of amazing people! Another day in my goofy life!

Have come to the realisation that Robin, the youngest, is actually a superstar. This last week: Singing, Dancing, Performing in a band, taking on four roles in a play! So proud of her. I’d like to be like her when I grow up.

So extremely proud of Robin today! She also had her Ebenezer show, where she played all three ghosts, Freddie, and some background characters (plus it was a musical) Absolutely smashed it and the feedback from her teachers have been so extremely positive!

Got a very lovely gift as part of our Pokemon Go community Secret Santa! (Must say, I do find it very funny that this miniature says it’s 5e compatible because LEGO, fish tank decorations and pennies are also compatible)

Finally settling down back at home after an amazing week away in Vienna with @jupiterhadley.com. We explored libraries, palaces and zoos, as well as every Christmas Market we could find. Simply too many photos to capture the whole thing (new camera hype continues) so here are some random ones!

Got a slightly delayed but incredibly welcome gift box from Big Potato Games for the widdle board game shop I’m (slowly, carefully) spinning up. Absolutely lovely.

Genuinely, as I'm watching another event struggling, I'm thinking so much about how you guys got it right. Looking forward to 2026 😁😁😁

Got a new camera (first one - no more borrowing)! Big shout out to “good gift giver” @jupiterhadley.com

I've been a busy little so and so over the last few days and so fell out of my normal cadence, so here's two that I'd not popped out on time. #MÖRKTOBER day 12 (Binding), day 13 (web)

Little pun here, sometimes it's nice to have a completely ignorable thing in a room that can really change things up. Cooldown is optional, but if it wasn't there it'd be like the Deck of Many things and everybody would just do it until they die, right? #MÖRKTOBER day 11 (Scales)

#MÖRKTOBER day 10 (Beetle)

I've got some catching up to do! The idea here was something that simply ruins objects/areas to encourage a different kind of play/ineraction and also an easy 'quick quest' if handed off to a villain. #MÖRKTOBER day 9 (Thorn)

I once misread the "Book: Wizard Fight" prompt from the MB screen as Wizard Monthly. It's become a regular loot item since then, cropping up whenever I get a steady group together. As such, it was really fun actually making it into something with a bit of a purpose here. #MÖRKTOBER day 8 (Wizard)

A new friend. A shiny new friend. A friend made of glass. #MÖRKTOBER day 7 (Shard)

Spent a long time trying to manifest some play on scarecrows, but after spending a lot of time looking at pictures of my family doing maize mazes over the last few years I settled on something a little different. #MÖRKTOBER day 6 (Husk)

Maybe don't just stomp around the place without looking thoroughly before. #MÖRKTOBER day 5(Stain)

Whoops, fell asleep rather than posting this. Don THE PELT OF GÖTÄRD to test your foe's bravery. #MÖRKTOBER day 4(Howl)

My book is out in the wild! You can pick up The Best Life Adventure Games at #PlayExpo Blackpool this weekend at Gaming Newsagent’s stand! (Photo credit @quangdx.com)

X Marks the Spot - A little mischief, and some extra info for when players inevitably try to launch themselves, or each other, through it. #MÖRKTOBER day 3 (Daggers)

Little bit of a trend going on with biting and swallowing this year, but, what's more terrible than teeth? #MÖRKTOBER day 2 (Maw)

ARTIS (City Zoo) Amsterdam

Amateur hour here as I write from an Airport w/ only my phone to hand. (Will refine, rewrite & reformat through the week) #MÖRKTOBER day 1 (Frog)

EA has been priming (and failing) to sell for a long time, however I didn’t see it going down like this. Hopefully this won’t be too messy for the employees - but I’ve got a feeling that it will be. Potentially a lot of very talented employees and history-rich IPs going into the darkness now.

Amsterdam botanical gardens

Butterfly King ✨🦋

Zwanenburg sunset by the Sugar Factory

My book on wholesome games and their stories has made it in the top 10 of the week on my publishers website! You can pre-order it now: www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Best-Lif...

Brilliant Indie Treasures showcase tickets sold out within hours of release, space is extremely limited. It will be "One out - One in" policy on the day, with tickets on the door, first 2 hours reserved for advance tickets. See you in 2 weeks! @jupiterhadley.com @isleofdann.bsky.social @quangdx.com

So @jupiterhadley.com, @isleofdann.bsky.social, and myself have combed through the over 100 plus applications and whittled it down, to our chosen games for @brilliantindietreasures.com 2025 Brighton. Currently in the process of notifying the developers of the games we picked. Event tickets soon 💛🧡💜

The neighbours appear to be doing some sort of protest that involves only playing Macarena and Mambo Number Five on repeat.

Head above water for the first time in a while, which I can tell because I just updated all of my computer drivers.

If you like Cozy Things, @isleofdann.bsky.social, @harveyhayman.bsky.social and I released a newsletter called Cozy Days, including games, cozy items, and places to visit: hellocozydays.com/p/cozy-days-...

We’re back for another year! Four hours + Fifty Games = Maximum fun. More details to follow soon, but if you’re interested in exhibiting then now’s your chance!

It's been a while, but we are back for 2025! You can apply now to showcase at our fringe event, during Develop: Brighton. Thank you to @gamemaker.io for sponsoring.❤️ 👉Apply now: forms.gle/xY24QVNJu9tY...

Yes, whoops. I’m also at Develop! Find me and tell me about your game/company, or wait for me to find you and ask you about your game!

Welcoming a new family member

BBQ with friends! @isleofdann.bsky.social @quangdx.com @bigfuzzyyak.bsky.social

Milan trip highlights including one grumpy dude (not me) and a cat cafe!

In Milan!