Tools and Technologies
Elgato's Marketplace Connect plugin transforms OBS setup from hours to minutes. Browse ready-made scenes, install with a simple wizard, and go live with professional quality instantly—no more technical headaches, just creative streaming.
Newsletter
Twitch's latest bombshell announcement limits highlight storage to 100 hours, affecting content creators starting April 19, 2025. While only impacting 0.5% of streamers, this change signals a crucial shift in content preservation strategies for the platform's most dedicated creators.
Archive
Experience the first two hours of Citizen Sleeper 2, where synthetic dreams meet harsh reality in a story-driven sci-fi RPG that challenges players to navigate survival, identity, and betrayal through strategic dice rolls and meaningful choices in the darkest corners of space.
Newsletter
Discover how the latest developments in the ATProto ecosystem and Beam's multistreaming capabilities are reshaping independent content creation, plus dive into our review of Children of Morta and uncover the haunting beauty of Signalis in this week's hidden gem spotlight.
Community Platforms & Services
Reddit's going premium, folks! CEO Steve Huffman just announced they're putting some subreddits behind a paywall in 2025. Because apparently, the front page of the internet needs a VIP section. What's next - paying to upvote? Get ready for the internet's next great dumpster fire! 🍿
Archive
Fight corruption as the Bergson family in this pixel-art roguelike where death is just the beginning. With unique characters and heartfelt storytelling, Children of Morta proves the family that slays together, stays together.
Podcast
In a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, the line between human creativity and automated production grows thinner every day. As AI systems become more sophisticated, creators must navigate the delicate balance between embracing innovation and preserving authentic expression.
Newsletter
Join us for this week's deep dive into self-hosted streaming solutions, where we explore how creators are breaking free from traditional platforms. Plus: A first look at the 2D narrative RPG Cabernet and our honest review of the challenging Metroidvania like, Chasm.
Community Platforms & Services
Thinking about starting a second YouTube channel? From managing multiple content streams to building separate audiences, discover the practical pros and cons of running multiple channels. Learn when to split, how to manage growth, and avoid common pitfalls in this comprehensive guide for creators.
Archive
Chasm combines beautiful pixel art with Metroidvania gameplay, but stumbles with clunky combat and frustrating difficulty. While hardcore genre fans might enjoy its challenges, casual players may find its mechanics too unforgiving. A mixed bag that's best grabbed on sale. [2.5/5 waffles]
Community Platforms & Services
Moving to the Fediverse is like convincing everyone to leave a massive resort for a network of cozy B&Bs. Sure, the B&Bs offer better service, privacy, and real community, but people are comfy where they are. They know where the pool is – they don't want to learn a new system.
Newsletter
This week we explore the debut of Fireside Fedi featuring Owncast creator Gabe Kangas, dive into essential monetization tools for creators, and spotlight Pacific Drive's unique content creation opportunities. Plus: practical tips for optimizing your creator landing pages.
