Robin Bea

Robin Bea is a gaming writer focused on the intersections of queer culture, TTRPGs, and indie games. She lives in Pittsburgh where she can be found cat-proofing her apartment, making coffee, and telling herself she’s just about to learn to sew one of these days. Robin produces and co-hosts Girl Mode, a gaming and media criticism podcast, with freelance critic Willa Rowe. You can follow her on Bluesky @robinbombus.bsky.social.

Gaming News

Winter Comes Early In 'Hello Kitty Island Adventure’s Biggest Update

Island life doesn’t have to be tropical.

By Robin Bea
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'Into the Restless Ruins' Makes You An Architect And An Adventurer

Into the Restless Ruins makes you the architect of a deadly dungeon.

By Robin Bea
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'Wirelight' Is A Turn-Based Twist On 'Dark Souls' Set In A Tiny, Gorgeous World

Every step counts in Wirelight.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

‘Whimside’ Is An Adorable Fusion Of Desktop Pets And Pokémon Breeding

What if shiny hunting didn’t have to be so frustrating?

By Robin Bea
Gaming

‘FBC: Firebreak Registration’ Is Open Now For This Weekend’s Free Test

It’s your best chance to see FBC: Firebreak before its June launch date.

By Robin Bea
Gaming News

Nintendo Denies It’s Going To The Dark Side Over Generative AI Accusations

Sketchy billboards set off a Mario Kart World firestorm.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

'Overwatch 2' Developers Are The Latest Team To Unionize After Being Acquired By Microsoft

The industry’s ongoing unionization push gets an important new member.

By Robin Bea
The Inverse Interview

Matching Puzzle 'Mythmatch' Gets A New Demo Instead Of Waiting On The Big Showcases

It’s a long way to the top.

By Robin Bea
Gaming News

'Chrono Trigger' Remake Rumors Keep Getting More Confusing

Square Enix is pouring cold water on the latest Chrono Trigger rumors.

By Robin Bea
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The Early Internet Is Even Weirder Than You Remember In 'Hypnospace Outlaw'

You wouldn’t download a dream.

By Robin Bea
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'Drop Duchy’s Tetris-Inspired Strategy Is A Fantastic Mashup I Never Would Have Expected

Building something new out of the oldest of old school.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

The First Xbox Handheld Has Leaked And It’s Not What You’d Expect

A new challenger appears.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

'Destiny 2' Gets A Surprising Star Wars Crossover With An Upcoming Expansion

Two galaxies collide in the next year of Destiny 2.

By Robin Bea
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'Dredge' Brings Its Shockingly Good Combo Of Fishing And Horror To Xbox Game Pass

The water isn’t as calm as it looks.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

‘Jump the Track’ Turns Pachinko Into A Visual Novel And Somehow It Works

A new narrative game finds inspiration in the last place you’d expect.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Puts Its Own Spin On Mech Combat

The Switch is a surprising home for one of the most exciting upcoming mech games.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

Morrowind Sickos Are Getting Better Than A Remaster In Tamriel Rebuilt’s New Update

There’s more to Morrowind than Vvardenfell now.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

Nintendo’s Fight Against eShop Clutter Could Catch Indie Games In The Crossfire

Nintendo cleaning house could have major drawbacks.

By Robin Bea
Gaming

'Fortnite' Will Return To iOS But Its Legal Battle Still Isn’t Over

Apple isn’t backing down even with Fortnite back on iOS.

By Robin Bea
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'The Horror at Highrook' Is A Slow-Burn Scary Story Told Through Cards

Cosmic horror meets card games.

By Robin Bea