A Glimmer of Hope in a Dark Gaming Landscape: Launching Mothership, A Feminist Games Website
The current state of the gaming industry is nothing short of dire. Mass layoffs, cancelled projects, and a resurgence of bigoted ideologies have left many feeling hopeless. For journalists like myself, who've seen their colleagues lose jobs at an alarming rate, it's been particularly disheartening.
As a queer woman and a feminist gamer since 2007, I've witnessed the industry undergo significant changes for the better – more diverse characters, inclusive development teams, and a growing number of women in leadership positions. However, this progress has not come without its share of backlash.
The mainstream media landscape is rapidly losing outlets dedicated to covering these issues, leaving us with few options to voice our concerns and celebrate the successes. It's time for change, and I'm proud to announce that Mothership, a feminist games website I've been dreaming of launching since the early 2010s, is finally taking shape.
This new venture is more than just another games website – it's a beacon of hope in a gaming world that desperately needs representation. By providing a platform for in-depth reporting, reviews, criticism, and historical deep dives into the games industry, we'll be tackling issues like diversity, inclusion, and the impact of toxic ideologies on the gaming community.
Mothership is an independent, worker-owned publication that relies on subscriber support to exist. We're not beholden to corporate interests or advertising dollars; instead, we're driven by a passion for creating content that resonates with our readers.
The idea for Mothership wasn't born overnight. After leaving Polygon following their mass layoff and acquisition, I found myself questioning the very foundation of my career in journalism. But when a colleague – Zoe Hannah, games editor – approached me with an idea for a feminist games website, something clicked.
We recognized that there was a void in the market for a publication that catered to readers who wanted to stay informed about the latest developments in the gaming industry without feeling like they were part of some exclusivist club. We're committed to serving this audience well, providing them with news, analysis, and discussions that reflect their interests.
At 1,200 paid subscribers and counting, we've already exceeded our initial expectations. While there's still much work to be done, it's reassuring to know that readers are eager for a platform like Mothership.
In an industry where change is often met with resistance, Mothership represents a necessary step forward. We're not here to shy away from the challenges; instead, we're embracing our role as voices of hope and representation.
The current state of the gaming industry is nothing short of dire. Mass layoffs, cancelled projects, and a resurgence of bigoted ideologies have left many feeling hopeless. For journalists like myself, who've seen their colleagues lose jobs at an alarming rate, it's been particularly disheartening.
As a queer woman and a feminist gamer since 2007, I've witnessed the industry undergo significant changes for the better – more diverse characters, inclusive development teams, and a growing number of women in leadership positions. However, this progress has not come without its share of backlash.
The mainstream media landscape is rapidly losing outlets dedicated to covering these issues, leaving us with few options to voice our concerns and celebrate the successes. It's time for change, and I'm proud to announce that Mothership, a feminist games website I've been dreaming of launching since the early 2010s, is finally taking shape.
This new venture is more than just another games website – it's a beacon of hope in a gaming world that desperately needs representation. By providing a platform for in-depth reporting, reviews, criticism, and historical deep dives into the games industry, we'll be tackling issues like diversity, inclusion, and the impact of toxic ideologies on the gaming community.
Mothership is an independent, worker-owned publication that relies on subscriber support to exist. We're not beholden to corporate interests or advertising dollars; instead, we're driven by a passion for creating content that resonates with our readers.
The idea for Mothership wasn't born overnight. After leaving Polygon following their mass layoff and acquisition, I found myself questioning the very foundation of my career in journalism. But when a colleague – Zoe Hannah, games editor – approached me with an idea for a feminist games website, something clicked.
We recognized that there was a void in the market for a publication that catered to readers who wanted to stay informed about the latest developments in the gaming industry without feeling like they were part of some exclusivist club. We're committed to serving this audience well, providing them with news, analysis, and discussions that reflect their interests.
At 1,200 paid subscribers and counting, we've already exceeded our initial expectations. While there's still much work to be done, it's reassuring to know that readers are eager for a platform like Mothership.
In an industry where change is often met with resistance, Mothership represents a necessary step forward. We're not here to shy away from the challenges; instead, we're embracing our role as voices of hope and representation.
it's crazy how few options there are for feminist games coverage, glad they're taking matters into their own hands 
gotta give 'em props for being worker-owned too 
been following this project since 2015 (yes, I was one of the early backers lol) it's so refreshing to see someone else at the helm who gets it 
just read about this new feminist games website mothership and I'm SO hyped!!! 
it's about time we had a platform that celebrates women in gaming and tackles those toxic ideologies 
the fact that they're independent and worker-owned is giving me all the feels 
. As a long-time gamer myself, I've noticed how few outlets actually tackle these issues head-on. It's refreshing to have someone speaking truth to power about the industry's track record on diversity and inclusion. However, I do worry that this might just be another niche site catering to an already underserved audience 
. How will they make sure their content scales up to reach a wider audience? And what about the business model - paying subscribers is a great start, but can it sustain itself in the long run? Still, it's exciting to see some passion and dedication put into creating change 
Finally, someone is speaking up for all the gamers who are tired of being ignored or marginalized by the mainstream media. As a parent, I've seen my kids get into gaming and it's amazing to see how much they love it, but also how frustrated they can get when they don't see themselves represented in the games they play.
and I'm still buzzing from it! The lineup was incredible, but you know what really made it special? The food vendors 
I mean, have you ever tried vegan chili? It's like a flavor explosion in your mouth! 
My friends and I were debating the best festival food (veggie burgers vs. traditional BBQ) and we couldn't agree on just one winner 
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I mean, I love a good challenge, but sometimes it feels like the devs are more interested in troll-inducing difficulty spikes than actual game design.
. We need more outlets like this that aren't afraid to speak truth to power and give a platform to underrepresented voices 
. I'm already subscribed, btw 
! As someone who's been following the gaming industry for years, it's high time we had a platform that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. The fact that it's an independent, worker-owned publication is also super refreshing - no corporate pressures or ad dollars getting in the way of quality content 
. I'm loving the idea of having in-depth reporting, reviews, criticism, and historical deep dives into the games industry. It's time we had a voice that speaks to the needs of queer women like myself who've been gaming since 2007 
just saw this news about mothership, it's so cool they're launching a feminist games website! finally someone is creating content that promotes diversity and inclusion in the gaming world 
like, i've seen so many gamers & devs get bullied & silenced, and its time for change 
i mean, 1200 paid subscribers & counting? thats a solid start 
where ppl can go to get informed & stay woke without feeling like they're part of some exclusive club 
lets give it up for the new voice in gaming journalism 
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As a gamer myself, I'm excited to see more voices like Zoe Hannah's being amplified, but it also makes me wonder when will we start valuing creators over profits? 
! Like, I know it's been a tough time for journalists, but can't we just get some more outlets that are actually doing journalism without all the corporate drama? 
. So, here's hoping Mothership does its thing and brings some much-needed attention to these issues 
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We need more of this kind of independence in journalism!