Welcome to Musings of a Fae

Hey there! I’m Aeltael, and I’m excited to welcome you to this corner of the internet where I’ll be sharing my thoughts, reviews, and musings about games, design, and development. Whether you’re here for reviews of your my favorite titles, curious about the nuances of game mechanics, or just want to geek out about design philosophy, you’re in the right place.

Why Do This?

I’ve been adjacent to the game dev industry for some time, and over the years I’ve gathered a lot of thoughts on the space. This blog is where I can finally spill out my brain on those topics. It’s also a space to highlight specific games I’ve played or particularly enjoy, providing a personal perspective rather than aiming to cover everything out there.

What to Expect

Here’s a quick glimpse of what you’ll find popping up over time:

• Game Reviews: Thoughtful breakdowns of both indie and mainstream games, with a focus on design, storytelling, and mechanics.
• Game Dev Insights: Discussions and thoughts from the point of view of a developer - what makes the games we love tick? Why did certain choices get made? Just how hard is it to make a door anyway?
• Design Philosophy: Posts about the art and science of crafting engaging gameplay, creating memorable characters, and building immersive worlds.
• Miscellaneous Musings: From tabletop gaming to general brain dumps about creativity

Not a News Site, Just My Space

This blog isn’t meant to be a news site or a comprehensive review platform where every game is covered. It’s my own little corner of the internet to provide insights. I’ll talk about games that speak to me and dive into ideas that interest me.

Thanks for stopping by. Let’s get started!