Everyone else is tweeting so now I want to, too.
I am officially going to Summer Game Fest! I am in LA from June 5 to June 10, so if you are around those days and fancy scouting out Santa Monica pier to find some Thinbloods, let me know!
Renaming this account to ‘posting photos of
@G2esports
Sami in different places until
@CarlosR
gives me free merch
Sami took a day off to travel but he’s back in style.
TV villains have always fallen a little short for me, but
@AmirTalai
and the
#HazbinHotel
team have created something so unique with Alastor - and that’s why I love him.
Thank you
@SerenaSeghedoni
for letting me ramble - watch this space, cool things are coming 👀
Hazbin Hotel crafted TV’s best villain ever, and
@TheM0rri
tells us why in her first article for Loud and Clear!
Any fans of the "deliciously devilish" Alastor out there? 😍
#HazbinHotel
@PrimeVideo
#FilmX
A little early Christmas gift both from me and for me! 🎁
Always a pleasure chatting to
@Asmongold
- doesn’t feel real that I have the chance to do these things!
Part one of ?? 😜
So the cat is out of the bag; I’m the News Editor for
@PCGamesN
!
I am so excited to take this next step, and I can’t wait to work with this team!
Keep a weather eye on the horizon; great things are coming… 😈
So why was I in London, you may have been asking.
Well, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting to
@RodFergusson
and
@JoeShely
about all things
#DiabloIV
!
I have A LOT of coverage coming, which I will thread here. In the meantime, have this photo - I can’t stop grinning! 😈
Renaming this account to ‘posting photos of
@G2esports
Sami in different places until
@CarlosR
gives me free merch’
Visited Arlington National Cemetery today so no pictures of Sami there out of respect. Instead he’s raising a glass to fallen warriors.
And for my first guide in my new position I will be giving you a rundown of how to screen record on your iPhone.
Very happy to be
@Dexerto
’s new Guides Editor, and forever thankful to those who helped me get here!
You ain’t seen nothin’ yet. 🔥
Writing this piece meant the world to me. As a woman I’ve had my fair share of struggles working in this industry, but seeing how
@sjokz
,
@Froskurinn
@AOC
and
@Geguri2
deal with these everyday struggles is beyond inspiring. Thank you all for changing my life. 🖤
I won't lie when I say this was one of the craziest moments of my life.
Trivium have been one of my favourite bands for years, and getting to chat about
@matthewkheafy
about metal and gaming was an absolute dream.
Check this one out - it's a goodun!🤘
One of my favourite pieces to date; why
#Diablo4
is the best of the series, according to
@RodFergusson
and
@JoeShely
!
I had so much fun in London, so much fun writing this, and, honestly? Now I just want it to be launch day!
I had the absolute pleasure of chatting to the lovely
@LuciePohlComedy
about all things Mercy and
#overwatch2
!
Thank you for inspiring me every day with your light and positivity, it means the world. 🥰
Also, drinks at the Fringe when? 🏴
I love writing
#cosplay
articles, and this
#Back4Blood
one was so much fun!
Thanks
@Cahlaflour
for such a fun chat, can't wait to see what you do next!
Today marks 1 year working for
@Dexerto
, and what a year it's been.
I've achieved so much, I've grown as a person and, best of all, I've made Diablo cool again.
Forever thankful for the wonderful team I have around me, and all of the friends I've made along the way. 💕
Soppy tweet incoming and I am not sorry.
Two years ago I was severely depressed, just out of uni, and terrified of the future. Today, I am flying home from
#gamescom2022
after having interviewed some of my idols.
Had an amazing chat with the lovely
@leahviathan
on behalf of
@EXCEL
!
Chatted about breaking out in the variety streaming scene, as well as a little on
#Overwatch2
!
Thank you
@SteelSeries
for sending this kit* over! I have now decked out my office in all things
#DiabloIV
.
Thank you
@samwisewilletts
for arranging! 🥰
*Hedgehog not included.
I cried. A lot.
Thank you
@Diablo
@Blizzard_Ent
for making a dream come true, and thank you
@ReMcinally
for booking us a VIP slot and not judging me for sobbing and giggling for an hour.
✨FREELANCE WORK✨
Do you like writing features? I like writing features. Let’s write features together!
You can pitch your ideas to Lauren.bergin
@network
-n.com, or to
@CJTBald
at Cameron.bald
@network
-n.com (I’m better though js).
Rates vary, happy to discuss during pitching!
This is my first little investigative piece at PCGN and it was so much fun to write!
I’ve had so much fun watching
@AMORANTOfficial
grow, and can’t wait to see what the devs do with it! 🖤
A
#VALORANT
dating sim inspired by Riot's parody game, Agents of Romance, is coming courtesy of
@AMORANTOfficial
!
We spoke with lead developer
@imabeebop
about holding hands with Cypher, and much, much more!
In the wake of the recent layoffs
@PCGamesN
has extended our search for an evening news writer.
You now have until April 2 to apply, and as always DM me if you have any issues 💌
So Twitter broke yesterday but I spent 24 hours in London at
@BethesdaStudios
for [REDACTED].
Silly as it is, this picture is proof to me that I am a real writer.
Many cool things to come, but here’s me posing with the Skyrim viking (courtesy of the lovely
@KatieRLaurence
) 💕
Had the pleasure of talking to
#FFXIV
RWF winners, Neverland!
Thanks
@ZeppeMonado
,
@SkylarTnT
,
@Elshalfu
,
@Narrlocke
& the rest of the squad!
Chatted about the community's reaction to the win, as well as much more, which will be coming soon... 👀
🚨FREELANCE WORK🚨
Do you like news? I like news. Fancy some news? I think you fancy some news.
Slide into the DMs or hit me up at lauren.bergin
@network
-n.com - cool opportunity coming up!
Like I said,
#MSI2023
was special, but what’s more special is being able to interview
@RiotBrightmoon
.
#LeagueOfLegends
kickstarted my career, and I wouldn’t be doing this job without it. Thank you for chatting to me, and laughing at my nonsense - this one meant a lot! 💕
🚨FREELANCE WORK 🚨
Are you a UK-side news writer, or able to work UK hours? 👀 Come chat to me, cool things are happening: lauren.bergin
@network
-n.com 💌
Please ensure that you send me across some samples of your work! :)
So proud to say I interviewed
@Asmongold
for
@Dexerto
!
We chatted
#WoW
,
#FFXIV
and so much more, and it honestly is one of the best gaming chats I’ve had.
Keep your eyes peeled, there’s more to come. 👀
“A game should not waste your time, it should make you want to waste your time..."
@TheM0rri
interviews
@Asmongold
on the current state of WoW – and he doesn't hold back:
Just a cheeky op-ed to top off my vampire-inspired week:
@Bloodhunt
and
@VRisingGame
represent a gothic revival for both the BR and survival genre, and I am OBSESSED.
I had the absolute pleasure of heading to the
#DiabloIV
Lilith & Co. chocolate store in Soho with
@KenY2Ken
! 😈
Honestly? This was everything I ever needed. Thank you as always
@GameCodeFairy
!
As a Scottish woman who struggled to get started in gaming and esports,
@jorhdys
is an inspiration to young women far and wide.
Also, she one a silver for Scotland, and we love that 🏴
Rocket League streamer
@jorhdys
tells The Loadout about her experience at the Commonwealth Games with Team Scotland - a prime example of why more diversity in esports shouldn't be ignored 🏴
Read more➡️
📝
@TheM0rri
#RocketLeague
#esports
I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing the wonderful
@NeilNewbon
about all things
#BaldurGate3
!
Super excited to share this interview with the world - and keep your eyes peeled for part two, it’s a goodun 👀
Interview number two of today! Ya gal's been busy!
Had a lovely chat with
@ConformPolice
on behalf of
@Monstercat
! Super excited to see where the next ten years takes the brand, and also that adorable 3D Monstercat!🐈⬛
I had the absolute pleasure of speaking to
@jayannlopez_
of
@blackgirlgamers
about what the org means to her, and how video games need to change how they approach diversity
So I have been informed by the lovely
@SteeleRose_
and
@CJTBald
that the
#DiabloIV
beta accolades trailer that’s being shown in cinemas has my quote in it.
I am heading back to Glasgow tomorrow, and will get to the cinema to give you a reaction.
Spoilers: I’ve cried already.
Today marked my last day at Dexerto, and while I’ve already said my thank yous I want to give an extra shout out to
@dvcky_
!
Thank you for a lovely sendoff message, I’m honoured to call you one of my closest friends. Can’t wait to finally get over to Perth and meet you!
This is all still a little surreal, but I was chatting about
#Palworld
on
@bbcworldservice
's Newshour this afternoon!
Thank you
@FreyLindsayMCP
for setting all of this up, and
@CJTBald
for all of the support - you can give it a listen here (38:28):
🚨 EXCLUSIVE 🚨
An unreleased League of Legends Worlds song called ‘Heroes’ has been released by the artist in a breach of contract.
Why? Because “it’s a banger.”
For
@PCGamesN
:
I have emerged from my cold-induced stupor with some fun news: I will be attending
#Blizzcon
on behalf of
@PCGamesN
this November!
I have wanted to attend Blizzcon since I was thirteen years old, so this is an absolutely surreal moment for me.
Let’s gettit. 😈
Thank you so much
@riotgames
! This is one of the most unique press kits I have ever received - very cool! 😍
Mini Jett in my kitchen be vibing. 🌪
#VALORANT
Getting my job at PCGN was easily the best thing that happened to me in 2022.
2023 is going to be filled with even more chaos, but
@esmithwriter
,
@iboudreau
,
@KenY2Ken
,
@WNelsonJourno
, and I have got y’all covered 💪🏻
For now, here’s some of last year’s best bits.
I am forever thankful to
@ReMcinally
for pushing me out of my comfort zone, and
@Evostein
for giving me a platform to tell my story.
I may have a tremor, and I may have been kicked out of art class because of it, but y’know what? I can paint
#warhammer40000
- you can too.
I had the absolute pleasure of playing
#Diablo4
on one of the press test servers!
Aside from how gorgeous Lilith looks, this game looks like it will rejuvenate Diablo.
Thoughts via
@PCGamesN
Looked cute, won’t delete later. 💅🏻
Thank you
@Shane_King_12
@ConnorBennett14
@DavidPurcell96
for the worst hangover I have ever had.
Also, I’ve never had a beauty light before, but was too small to use it so acquired a chair.
So
#BlizzCon2023
was absolutely wild. I am so so blessed to have worked with some amazing people, met new friends, and finally attended (and conquered) an event that I’ve wanted to go to since I was a kid.
Oh, and I also made it to Disney, so that’s cool.
Content incoming 👀
A year ago today I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life.
Today, I can announce that I've had the pleasure of being invited to try out the new
@PlayVALORANT
Agent.
Never give up folks.✨
Also keep an eye for my piece on
@ValorantUpdates
at 9PM GMT/10PM CET. 😜
Throughout my many
#Diablo4
interview adventures, I kept asking one question: what are the devs' favourite builds?
Thank you
@ashsvickey
,
@JoeShely
,
@AZJackson85
, and Melissa for putting up with my seemingly random questions!
Never in my life have I left an interview feeling so emotional, yet so hopeful at the same time.
Watch this space; something's coming that you need to see.
Super super happy to have had the opportunity to chat to
@Naguura
! This woman has literally inspired me to really get back into WoW and take it more seriously!
Thanks Naguura, it was a pleasure! 😊
Lauren, News Editor, two English-based degrees, off to Gamescom as a competent journalist.
Man: What’s the last letter of your car registration?
Me: M for…M?
Yesterday was supposed to be my graduation day; but current situation made that a no go.
My fam threw me a little party tho and it meant the world, and our cute little War Studies Zoom session was much needed.
Ily all. 🖤
Sonic is 1 today! 🦔
Little lady has been through an awful lot, but she’s a contented ray of sunshine.
@ReMcinally
and I are so lucky. 💕
PS: Sonic did not get the cupcake, we did.
@AOC
So cool to see someone who is a huge inspiration to me playing the same game I do! <3
I actually wrote a piece on the historical veracity of Yasuo for
@esposocial
, would mean the world if you could check it out!
Keep inspiring!
So I had a mental health slip this evening. Dunno where it came from, Dunno what happened.
However, my amazing best mate and my mum both helped me keep calm. Remember there’s always someone there for you, don’t bottle it up.
DMs always open if you need that someone.
Thank you very much to the lovely folks at
@Neonhive
for sending across their lovely merch bundle! The cup matches the mousemat, and this makes me very happy.
Hat photo incoming - although, it’s looking a little different from how it was sent. 😈
🚨Freelance position🚨
I'm back! I'm looking for a
#LeagueOfLegends
/
#Valorant
freelancer. Must have in-depth knowledge of both games, and be able to supply a daily short news article (~400 words) for LoL, and 3 a week for Val (more if possible). Rate is £25 per article.