Mark Warren
@markwarren.bsky.social
Senior Staff Writer at Rock Paper Shotgun. Formerly VG247. Still difficult to replace with a Bop It.
Seems not entirely devoid of irony that the last thing I wrote about before clocking off to go for a walk the big news broke during was an update for an RPG that had a far from ideal debut, but whose corporate overlords didn't respond to that by writing it off as a series and canning the entire team
Alongside mock reviews I’ve also got more than 10 years of experience writing reviews, news, previews, interviews, opinions, listicles, and web content, so if you’re looking for another pair of writin’ hands, I’m very much looking for new leads. ✍️
Miri Teixeira-Connor@miri.bsky.social · 5mo agoMy books are back open for 🎉 mock reviews 🎉 after a busy few months, so if you have a game coming out in the next year, lets work together! You can find my packages, contact details, and pricing here: miriteixeira.journoportfolio.com/mock-reviews/ Here are some lovely testimonials from clients:
possibly the longest headline-shaping thread in RPS history
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 2w agoRockstar-hunted GTA 6 leaker seemingly strikes again, showing off series' most plentiful helping of onscreen johnson since San Andreas starred Carl https://bit.ly/4hNg44W
Starting off the BlueSky account by announcing I got laid off from TheGamer. I am now freelance and available for news, reviews, previews, guides, I've pretty much done it all. If you also need someone that knows too much about FF14 you can hit me up at joshuarobertson1020@gmail.com
Here are my thoughts on Galactic Racer, slightly delayed as I was away the first weekend after code came in and definitely not because my ramjet-dependent build's developed a fault that renders it a non-ramjet build
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 2w agoStar Wars Galactic Racer review: now this is frenetically fun podracing with a totally unforgiving streak https://bit.ly/4ybuGBv
Well. That's me gone from TheGamer too. Six years of service, and I was at least given the dignity of it ending in a phone call. Right after dealing with weeks of institutionalized misogyny too! Thought things might be getting better So. Uh. Looking for work now I guess!
I've been writing this blog for six months now. I think there's some good stuff here. If you've liked any of it, please share (RT) and hopefully some new people will discover it lowpolymess.com
Vampire game does not suck, and seems to feature optional sitcom running commentary from vamps you've merked, more at 11
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 2mo ago
I'm working on a feature about videogame art that has been falsely accused of using genAI. If it's happened to you and you'd like to share thoughts about why your work attracted suspicion, feel free to give me a bell: edwin.evansthirlwell@rockpapershotgun.com
I got laid off! 👋 There was no chance to say goodbye to my colleagues of several years before Valnet deactivated everything so I’ll just say it was a huge pleasure to be part of trying to build something unique within the games media landscape despite going up against so many challenges.
Bit of reporting since there's nothing else happening in terms of big videogames today
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 3mo agoA more specific call for article input: I'm very keen to talk to a Mongolian historian who can talk about the cultural significance of the Yam networks - what it means to portray and celebrate those institutions today.
A complete, exhaustive rundown of my week off, covering every little detail about all the places we went and things we did lowpolymess.com/22-a-holiday...
#22 - A holiday to remember
It’s nice to have a little break, isn’t it. Nine consecutive days of no work (OK, I did a small amount of work) and more time with the family - time to chill. We didn’t go anywhere, but we did embark ...
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My blog, Low Poly Mess, has plateaued. It currently makes £47 a month, but after fees I'd be surprised if I break even. If you hate it, fair enough, but if you enjoy reading it, I'd love your support (financial or spreading the word). I guess it's a hard sell, but I know it has fans! lowpolymess.com
Low Poly Mess
A sideways look at the video games industry and a variety of other things.
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Sources say Black Flag's fired him from a cannon into another ship game www.rockpapershotgun.com/goin-assassi...
Goin’ (Assassin’s Creed) Rogue, the ship-heavy Black Flag follow-up I totally missed while farting about in France
After reviewing Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, I've played Assassin’s Creed Rogue for the first time.
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Had a crack at digging into just how different a landscape to New Vegas the new Obsidian Fallout faces emerging into, and why it's far from as a simple as NV2=easy success and a licence to print money
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 4mo ago
Launching a new website about video games today. Meet @respec.net. A sibling to @rpgsite.net, a spiritual successor to VG247, & a brother from another mother to other 100% independent UK media brands like @videogameschronicle.com and @trueachievements.com. www.respec.net/feature/87-w...
Welcome to Respec: A word from the Editors | Respec
Welcome to our new little corner of the internet. Why a new video game website, and why now? Allow us to explain...
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Big news! @apzonerunner.com and I have launched a new video games website. @respec.net is our attempt to create a highly curated multi-format site that has that club feel you used to get from the best magazines (and frankly, my beloved VideoGamer back in the day) www.respec.net/feature/87-w...
Welcome to Respec: A word from the Editors | Respec
Welcome to our new little corner of the internet. Why a new video game website, and why now? Allow us to explain...
respec.net
Even news I've longed to hear for ages is delivered with a kick in the nuts nowadays
Rock Paper Shotgun@rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 4mo ago
