The art behind NASA’s scientific space photos

This piece was a first step into space journalism. I have a postgraduate qualification in Cultural Astronomy and applying that to making an accessible but detailed exploration into how these images are really made was a fantastic experience.

It was edited by Mary Beth Griggs.

Modders are using AI to create chatty companions in Skyrim and Stardew

With the expansion of LLMs and generative AI, I’ve reported several pieces on how communities are both incorporating and pushing back against the use of these tools. This piece looking at the video game modding scene shows both its current cutting edge and its ongoing limitations.

It was edited by Andrew Webster and the header image was created by Jack Bullard.

Prosecutor’s Gambit is the best Ace Attorney story since the original trilogy

I’ve written quite a few reviews, previews, and other criticism pieces, but this is a recent one about a game I’ve covered extensively before. It was edited by Maddy Myers.

After 100 games, indie collective Sokpop wants to make 100 more

When reporting on the internet and especially games, I like to look for alternative ways of creating, communicating, and connecting. Sokpop does that through its indie collective and unique art. This piece was edited by Andrew Webster.

Meet the YouTubers turning speedruns into incredible stories

A story about stories. This piece was edited by Christian Donlan.

The Lord of the Rings Fanfic That’s 10 Times Longer Than the Original

I think the reason I keep coming back to fanfiction reporting is because of the way it shapes communities online, like this one. This piece was edited by Marissa Martinelli.

Archivists are Trying to Chronicle Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ Unforgettable First Year

This piece examined game preservation and its focus on the experiential, particularly given the context of the pandemic. It was edited by Andrew Webster.

Comradery is developing a cooperative way to get paid online

This piece explored the potential for new payment platforms as part of the Verge’s ‘How Creators Get Paid Online’ special issue. It was edited by Andrew Webster.

Although the above is primarily reporting, I also work in reviews, previews, criticism, and guides. I have a monthly column at Unwinnable magazine called Area of Effect which explores space in games.

You can find my full portfolio here.

For other forms of writing and editing, as well as the other mediums I work in, check out the Links page.