Ok, so I get asked for advice and my thoughts on a lot of things relating to diversity and representation. Lately I've been getting asked about the proper/authentic/least offensive way … Continue reading So you want to describe a POC character…
Support the work of POC, bi, trans, non-binary, other LGBTQIA folks signal boosting edition
Cross Posted from my Patreon, where it originally appeared on 9 May 2016. Another signal boost post, this time to focus on the works of POC, Bi, non-binary, trans and … Continue reading Support the work of POC, bi, trans, non-binary, other LGBTQIA folks signal boosting edition
Next week is @WisconSF3!
Time for another convention! This time it's my annual trip to Madison, WI for WisCon. It's also the 40th anniversary this year. So I'm on a lot of panels, still … Continue reading Next week is @WisconSF3!
I’m going to be a guest at @BigBadCon!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1157274964/big-bad-con-2016/widget/video.html So, I was invited to be a guest at Big Bad Con and their Kickstarter is not just live but doing damned well! They've already blown their stretch goals … Continue reading I’m going to be a guest at @BigBadCon!
ICYMI – How can we find Community as Gamers? – @UncannyMagazine
ICYMI, I've got an article in the May/June 2016 issue of Uncanny Magazine! You can read it in full at uncannymagazine.com! Gorgeous Cover art: “Bubbles and Blast Off” by Galen Dara … Continue reading ICYMI – How can we find Community as Gamers? – @UncannyMagazine
Next up on the convention go-round, SFWA Nebula Conference
For the first time ever, even with the Nebula's being in my back yard, I'll be paneling at the SFWA Nebula conference. Thanks to Mary Robinette-Kowal for inviting me to … Continue reading Next up on the convention go-round, SFWA Nebula Conference
Streaming update
Sadly, no stream tomorrow Saturday May 7th. I'll be at #TrekDePaul all day. I'll do a brief make up stream probably Sunday morning or Monday during the day. Also, thoughts … Continue reading Streaming update
Re: Sending me Facebook requests…
Just a note, if you send me a Facebook friend request and the following applies: a) We have no friends in common b) I don't interact with you regularly on … Continue reading Re: Sending me Facebook requests…
#TrekDePaul is this weekend!
I'll be speaking on panel "Debating the Future: Otherness and Privilege in Star Trek" on Saturday, May 7th at DePaul's Pop Culture Conference - A Celebration of Star Trek. Join us … Continue reading #TrekDePaul is this weekend!
I’m a Spotlight Guest at @AnomalyCon in 2017!
You read that right, I'll be at AnomalyCon in 2017 as a Spotlight Guest! Check out the convention, see the other fine folks I'm going to be there with, and … Continue reading I’m a Spotlight Guest at @AnomalyCon in 2017!
A delayed update on that #PAXEast Sexism in Gaming panel
So, this post came to my attention after I was already away from my computer for the last day of PAX. I (nor I'm guessing many who attended this panel) … Continue reading A delayed update on that #PAXEast Sexism in Gaming panel
A recap of that trashfire, Sexism in Gaming panel at #PAXEast
One of the panels I went to at PAX East was a train wreck. I'm recapping here via copy/pasting my tweets with a bonus sack of flaming poo, aka I … Continue reading A recap of that trashfire, Sexism in Gaming panel at #PAXEast
Long overdue signal boosting post, Part 2 – Patreon cross post
Here's some other great initiatives that I think people should look into and support if they can. If I've missed someone or you have an initiative or org that could … Continue reading Long overdue signal boosting post, Part 2 – Patreon cross post
First #PAXEast, Day 0
My first day here was a 90/10 split of awesome and awful. My flight was on time, pleasant folks to share my row with, a lot of folks on the … Continue reading First #PAXEast, Day 0
It’s Fucking Tea Time! Star Wars Force Awakens
I had the pleasure of chatting with Ashley Barry (Hyrule Hyrulia), Emma Kidwell (FemHype) and Sophie Turner (Geeky Merch) about Star Wars Force Awakens! https://youtu.be/sBXzunfezHQ Published on Apr 18, 2016 … Continue reading It’s Fucking Tea Time! Star Wars Force Awakens
#trekDePaul –
I'll be speaking on panel "Debating the Future: Otherness and Privilege in Star Trek"! on Saturday, May 7th at a Celebration of Star Trek. Join us at this free event for … Continue reading #trekDePaul –
Change in streaming due to conventions & travel!
So I missed my usual Thursday stream yesterday and I will be out all day on Saturday, so no Seeking Sera Saturday unless it's super late in the evening, ie … Continue reading Change in streaming due to conventions & travel!
Updated guide to interacting with me at conventions
Have one handy guide to interacting with me at conventions, totally 110% free of charge. Overall I am pretty friendly but I do not like strangers touching me, especially my … Continue reading Updated guide to interacting with me at conventions
More #Yarny for you <3
Bonus screenshots from Unravel Game, along with achievements. I'm gonna do more on this game but I wanted to share more screenshots with you while I'm deep in my … Continue reading More #Yarny for you <3
I finished @unravel_game today… my heart
I finished @Unravel_Game today by Coldwood Studios so here's a mostly complete playthrough. XB1 early Access play - First 3 hours, pre-release https://youtu.be/pQPmaJpCP4k Playstation 4 Play - Exported to … Continue reading I finished @unravel_game today… my heart
A Celebration Of Star Trek – 7 May #TrekDePaul
Excited to announce I'll be on panels at this event!! A Conference that boldly celebrates... Star Trek 07 May 2016, 9am-6pm, DePaul University Loop Campus Register here! Tweet #TrekDePaul Facebook event … Continue reading A Celebration Of Star Trek – 7 May #TrekDePaul
So, my birthday is today! It feels like it really snuck up on me this year because of all that is going on. So how to celebrate you might ask? … Continue reading
My @Penguicon schedule!
April 29th, 7:00 pm - When Being 'On' Is what people Expect A panel where Mark Oshiro (Mark Does Stuff) and Tanya DePass (I Need Diverse Games) speak about the … Continue reading My @Penguicon schedule!
.@sammusmusic’s new EP Infusion is so damned important
Watch Sammus Music's video below, then come back to this tab. Trust me, I have reasons. https://youtu.be/bjhRvQM-wiw This song is ...it's so fucking important to me. It's about getting … Continue reading .@sammusmusic’s new EP Infusion is so damned important
Doing all the things! March update [Reposted from Patreon]
Hi all, First off thank you for your support this past month, I appreciate every single Patreon, from everyone at the $1 and up helped keep me housed, the cat … Continue reading Doing all the things! March update [Reposted from Patreon]
ICYMI – My #SOCOSY16 talk is online!
Social Computing Symposium 2016: Harassment, Threats, and Trolling Online: Why Diversity in all aspects of Gaming is Vital http://research.microsoft.com/apps/video/ifVideo.aspx?id=262217 A brief talk on why diversity in games is more than … Continue reading ICYMI – My #SOCOSY16 talk is online!
PRE-ORDER | INFUSION (3/25/16)
YES! Just pre-ordered Sammusmusic's new EP. Cannot wait for it. <3 <3
So #PAXEast… I’ll be there for two panels
The lovely Ashley Barry invited me and a few other people to panel her on "How I got into Games Journalism" at PAXEast. The panel will be at 11:30 am Saturday, … Continue reading So #PAXEast… I’ll be there for two panels
Streaming stuff and an informal survey
So I've been doing a lot more streaming, at least three times a week and as such, I've got a spiffy new layout, done by Kessel_Runs! I've got awesome … Continue reading Streaming stuff and an informal survey
A long over due signal boost post, part 1 of ?, xposted from Patreon
This post is part 1 of 2, if not 3 because of all the people I've come across doing great work in gaming, tech, lit, etc to diversify and make … Continue reading A long over due signal boost post, part 1 of ?, xposted from Patreon
Tanya DePass Talks With Dark Matters About #INeedDiverseGames and More…
Thank you so, so much for talking with me!!!
Double the Streams on Tuesday 2/9!
So Tuesday is usually the day new releases drop. This week however there's two highly anticipated titles coming out! I'll do an AM Stream of Unravel Game; starting at 10am … Continue reading Double the Streams on Tuesday 2/9!
Slash Shipping, Pseudo-Progressivism, and Reinforcing Patriarchal Standards in Fandom
OMG this is such a GOOD POST. I was just all in my feelings about this topic recently.
Twitch follower milestone Stream hype!
So I hit a milestone in my Twitch followers; I reached and surpassed 300 followers over at my wee Twitch channel; and I want to celebrate. I also rolled past … Continue reading Twitch follower milestone Stream hype!
Read Only Memories is still looking for a VA!!
If you are interested in applying for the VA spot, please read the post and apply to MidBoss not INeedDiverseGames! We are just signal boosting. Thank you!
ICYMI – I’ll be on the Geek Show – Videogames edition
A NEW CHALLENGER APPROACHES! …and it is VStheUNIVERSE with their hit variety show “The Geek Show!” Next month the VtU crew are celebrating everyone’s favorite pastime: Video Games! Join VStheUNIVERSE … Continue reading ICYMI – I’ll be on the Geek Show – Videogames edition
I’m streaming for Spawn4Good V2 this weekend!
This weekend, the fine folks behind the Spawn on Me are doing another charity stream, this time focusing on reproductive rights. WHAT IS #SPAWN4GOOD? #SPAWN4GOOD is a platform that we … Continue reading I’m streaming for Spawn4Good V2 this weekend!
Signal Boost – Diversity in Games Alliance
This is a great opportunity, and I want to spread it far and wide.
Question regarding Patreon supported blog posts
So, quite a few people are supporting at the $10 level, which nets you the ability to give me blog post topics. I've only got a couple replies which I'm … Continue reading Question regarding Patreon supported blog posts
2015 has been a hell of a ride…let’s look back
Ok so I guess I'll do this year in review thing after all. 2015 has been an interesting year for me, in both good and bad ways. I'm terrible at … Continue reading 2015 has been a hell of a ride…let’s look back
ICYMI – I’m in this @Offworld piece by @sangfroid_san
What can game developers do to better represent black women in games? “They need to get some fucking empathy,” says Tanya dePass, a campaigner for better representation inside game worlds … Continue reading ICYMI – I’m in this @Offworld piece by @sangfroid_san
ICYMI – I was on Double Tap to talk up @GaymerX
[gigya src="https://d15mj6e6qmt1na.cloudfront.net/cdn/embed_player.swf" style="background-color:transparent; display:block; max-width: 700px;" flashvars="image_option=small&imgURL=https%3A%2F%2Fd15mj6e6qmt1na.cloudfront.net%2Fi%2F18710409%2F300x300%2Fc&link_color=%2358d1eb&mp3Author=Double+Tap&mp3Duration=1220360.0&mp3LinkURL=https%3A%2F%2Faudioboom.com%2Fboos%2F3970692-episode-6-the-power-of-gaming-conventions&mp3Time=03.13pm+18+Dec+2015&mp3Title=Episode+6%3A+The+Power+of+Gaming+Conventions&mp3URL=https%3A%2F%2Faudioboom.com%2Fboos%2F3970692-episode-6-the-power-of-gaming-conventions.mp3%3Fsource%3Dwordpress&player_theme=light&rootID=boo_player_1&show_title=true&waveimgURL=https%3A%2F%2Fd15mj6e6qmt1na.cloudfront.net%2Fi%2Fw%2F4123832" width="100%" height="150" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"] This week on Double Tap, Alice Taplin explores two fantastic gaming events. Firstly she talks to IGI eSports' founder … Continue reading ICYMI – I was on Double Tap to talk up @GaymerX
Dipping my toe into Twine dev…
So a while back I had a conversation with Sidney Fussel about black women in games/gaming. Out of that conversation came an idea for a game where the WOC protag … Continue reading Dipping my toe into Twine dev…
Thank you (x-posted from Patreon)
Thank you to everyone who has posted, boosted and become a Patreon after things took a nasty turn this week. I'm humbled, floored and stunned by the outpouring of support. … Continue reading Thank you (x-posted from Patreon)
Forced change is happening…
I got back to work from GX3 today to unpack my office, get everything settled and then was let go. I had no sense this was coming. After all who … Continue reading Forced change is happening…
It’s @GaymerX go time!
By the time this posts I'll be in San Jose, CA for GX3 aka GaymerX – December 11 – 13, 2015 Here's my GX3 schedule! I'll be speaking briefly about … Continue reading It’s @GaymerX go time!
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