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John Worrall reposted thisJohn Worrall reposted this🎉 Today’s the day! We’re thrilled to announce the soft launch of our flagship title — Criss Cross Castle! Grab your phones, rally your friends, and dive into a game crafted with heart, joy, and a little bit of magic. ✨ 📲 Link in comments to download 📝 Share your feedback — we’re all ears! 🙌 Show some love & help spread the word! Let the word-wielding adventure begin! 🏰 #crisscrosscastle #indiegamedev #wordgameadventure #mobilegamelaunch #nowplaying #cozygames #simplysweetgames #womenintech #indiegame #game #softlaunch #wordsmatter Tina Merry Carina Kom 🔜Gamescom
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John Worrall shared thisThe exasperated tone that the "moderate" Democrats use when discussing the "Left" is a large part of the issue. Obama was elected largely by a grassroots, populist movement of voters who were inspired by the message of hope and change, and the promise to make quality, affordable healthcare a right instead of a privilege. Instead, we got a watered-down version of Mitt Romney's healthcare plan. The next populist, grassroots candidate to capture the passion and imagination of young voters was Bernie Sanders, whose popularity put the DNC in a real bind. They couldn't reject his request to run in the Democratic primaries, because they would lose his supporters. But they couldn't let him win, either, because they would lose the financial & media support that bankrolls their nationwide elections - the "millionaires and billionaires" and "giant corporations" that Bernie rails against. So they made sure Bernie lost. This is documented. But in doing so, they lost credibility in the eyes of a whole generation of passionate, energetic young voters (now known as "The Left"). Blaming the problem on them is not a solution. It is the party's job to win them back, not to cast blame on them. It will not be an easy job.John Worrall shared thisThe disconnect between the story data was telling about the presidential elections from 2016 to 2024 (before the election, not just after) and the reaction to results by Democrats is the reason why we increasingly lose national elections. The election results should be a wake up call to stop looking for confirmation of attitudes in data and look objectively at the brand story data is telling, even when we don't like that story. https://lnkd.in/e6eRMeWSI’m a pollster. This is why Democrats failed miserably in 2024 | OpinionI’m a pollster. This is why Democrats failed miserably in 2024 | Opinion
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John Worrall shared thisIt may be the idealist child in me who refuses to give up hope for a better world... but I feel like once people have a portfolio of $500k, the last thing they should be worried about is how to further increase their income from there. I realize there are multiple reasons why people would want more money... kids, longer life spans, retirement, et cetera, but there is a part of me that will always believe that society should be structured in such a way that once a person has enough, any excess should go toward making sure everyone has enough to get by before they are allowed to build their pile higher. I also recognize that there are myriad challenges with implementing such a system fairly and in such a way as to not be susceptible to corruption... but I don't think I'll ever shake the feeling that we should all be in the business of taking care of those with the least, rather than helping people with a $500k portfolio increase their income. Rant over - back to quietly accepting the downsides of capitalism.John Worrall shared thisDownload The Definitive Guide to Retirement Income to learn ways to grow your wealth and generate income from your portfolio. https://lnkd.in/gaD4H_dW
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John Worrall shared thisJohn Worrall shared thisHey Everyone, If you can help out an amazing human being going through Stage 4 cancer, please consider it. John Worrall is one of those people who is always kind, thoughtful, loving, and funny. He is one of my favorite people to have ever worked with in the industry, is super talented, and always helps to solve problems. If you are open to helping send over some food, donating a gift card, or just donating cash. Anything helps and there is nobody more deserving. https://lnkd.in/gKp4twpx
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John Worrall shared thisJohn Worrall shared thisThis is EVERYTHING (and everywhere, all at once). Congratulations to Michelle Yeoh, for, after a 40+ year hitmaking career, winning her first Hollywood Foreign Press Association's Golden Globe award for Best Actress, Comedy/Musical (second Asian to win, and Michelle's first GG nomination). Earlier this week, Michelle won the NATIONAL BOARD OF REVIEW OF MOTION PICTURES INC's Best Actress award (first Asian to win), and is a nominee for / winner of numerous other awards this season. I grew up in Hong Kong, watching Michelle Yeoh movies throughout my life. Everything, Everywhere, All At Once is Michelle's FIRST movie as the lead cast member. I am overwhelmed with emotion after watching her deliver these knockout acting performances, awards speeches, how she continually pushes for more diversity and representation, and the outpouring of respect & celebration from allies of all communities. Representation in Film, TV, sports, and games is still disproportionally imbalanced, which significantly impacts how the general population sees the world. The door is cracking open for all minorities in Hollywood and beyond.. let's keep fighting to keep it that way. S/o to Natasha Jung, who wrote the linked article for Cold Tea Collective on site, immediately after the awards ceremony. Hope you caught a bit of the after party! #glassceiling #asianglassceiling #winner #inspiration #minority #Hollywood #MichelleYeoh #allyship #representationmatters #respect https://lnkd.in/gvSbwbNSMichelle Yeoh's advice to the Asian diaspora after her Golden Globes win – Cold Tea CollectiveMichelle Yeoh's advice to the Asian diaspora after her Golden Globes win – Cold Tea Collective
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John Worrall shared thisJohn Worrall shared thisBig Huge Games is hiring! Come work for a great company that cares not solely for great games, but also for you. We have many positions open to help us work on our hit title DomiNations as well as some exciting new projects! Remote opportunities are available in some states. We offer fantastic benefits, flexible time off, and a respectful, inclusive environment filled with people who care about making great things together. Come help us Make History! https://lnkd.in/dB5RbZSh #hiring #gamedevelopment #opportunities
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John Worrall posted thisWords I never thought I'd say: My new single drops today! Huge thanks to Cancer Can Rock - an incredible charity organization that gives musicians (or sometimes hacks like me) with advanced cancer an opportunity to record a song in a professional music studio with professional musicians. My song, "Each Moment", is about remembering that difficult times are temporary, living in the present, and looking for beauty in joy in the people around you. If you are inclined, please donate to Cancer Can Rock. Also, there is a link to my Patreon site, where I am documenting the battle and accepting support to help with medical costs. Thank you! https://lnkd.in/gzdGXZbe
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John Worrall shared thisI don't think this happens often enough... I'm happy to announce that I am very satisfied with my current role and situation at Big Huge Games! I am blessed with the opportunity to work with incredible people on exciting projects. I enjoy a fantastic work/life balance, feel challenged, fairly compensated and supported in my role, and am overall very pleased with where my career is. Massive thanks go out not only to the BHG team, but to those throughout my career who have shared wisdom, guidance and love as I learned my lessons and found my path forward. Have an amazing Thursday, everyone! There are great moments available throughout the day - see how many you can collect!
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If anyone reading this post is curious - David is a Very Strong recommendation from me. We worked for several years together on the tools & technology team at Turbine Studio in Massachusetts.
Although he comes from a development background, and does an execllent job in that realm, David was always one of the first people to understand the value and purpose of any process changes, whether they flowed up from the team or came around through surprise 3rd party requirements changes (Hello, IDFA!).
After listening to the situation, David bypassed the ceremonial storms of emotion that surprises come with, and would instead already be brainstorming solutions that could come with minimal changes to the tool, the process, etc. Staying level headed and positive are some of Dave's best non-technical skills. Others can speak to his prowess at the coding level.
All the best, Dave!
John
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John Worrall liked thisJohn Worrall liked thisAs part of my FP2 Service-Learning project at Ngee Ann Polytechnic, my team and I conducted a cybersecurity workshop for students from Pathlight School. The session focused on making concepts like cryptography, password security, and social engineering both fun and practical to learn. 👩💻 My Role & Responsibilities I took the lead in designing and delivering interactive lessons. This included guiding students through hands-on substitution ciphers, helping them identify phishing red flags, and showing simple yet effective methods for building stronger passwords. 🛠️ Skills Developed This experience sharpened my communication skills as I learned to simplify technical ideas into clear, step-by-step activities. It also deepened my cybersecurity knowledge, especially when adapting complex topics such as cipher shifts and threat patterns into exercises students could enjoy and relate to. 💡 Impact & Growth The students’ curiosity—especially their questions about real apps and online platforms—was inspiring to see. Personally, this project helped me build patience, empathy, and a stronger appreciation for inclusive teaching. It reminded me that technology education should always be accessible to everyone. 🙏 Final Reflection I’m thankful to Pathlight School and Ngee Ann Polytechnic for this opportunity. It taught me that cybersecurity is not just about technical precision but also about the human side of security—something I’ll carry forward into future modules, internships, and beyond. 🚀
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John Worrall liked thisJohn Worrall liked thisAmid the chaos of job hunting, I found peace in an unexpected place. Like many in today’s market, I’ve been deep in applications, recruiter calls, and virtual interviews. Some days, the search itself feels like a full-time job. Amid the grind, I found an unexpected source of balance—thanks to my daughter. After a summer of volunteering, she told everyone at her last shift: “My dad will take my place next week.” That night, I was officially “voluntold.” My initial reaction: “Do I really have to?” Turns out, she was right. ✅ Volunteering gave me purpose and perspective. ✅ I traded screen time for sunshine. ✅ I rediscovered the joy of connecting with people and their stories. ✅ And one of the boxes I helped pack even made its way to my 88-year-old mom. What started as a one-time thing is now something I look forward to weekly. Even better, my son joined me recently—building memories while helping other families. A heartfelt thank you to @Second Harvest of Silicon Valley for creating a space where my family and I can give back, connect, and find purpose during this transition. Where have you found moments of balance or unexpected perspective during your own career journey? #SecondHarvest #Community #GivingBack #JobSearchJourney #Gratitude
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John Worrall reacted on thisJohn Worrall reacted on thisAs an H1b holder, the Firaxis layoffs start my visa's 60-day grace period to find my next job, so if anyone has open positions, please share 🙏 It's been a journey since I came to CMU in 2016 to pursue my Master's degree. I was so lucky to meet amazing, intelligent, clever, passionate, caring, funny people along the way, and I'm so grateful to those who took the time and effort to share their teachings or serve as mentors. Thank you❤️ What'll happen when the timer reaches zero? I don't know, but it's not curtains for me. I'm proud of what I've accomplished so far, and there are more achievements to unlock💪
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John Worrall reacted on thisJohn Worrall reacted on thisHi everyone, just a quick update from my side. I was recently part of the Rec Room layoffs, and I want to share that working there was one of the best experiences I've had. I truly enjoyed collaborating in such a creative space with passionate developers and tackling the challenges of a radically cross-platform UGC environment. I’m really grateful for the time I had there and the amazing people I got to work with. During my time there, I helped build automated memory regression testing to protect player experience, developed performance and tools infrastructure to support a 300-person team targeting iOS and VR platforms, and explored the intersection of gaming and AI—incorporating real-time chat AI and image/mesh generation into game experiences. Now, as I look for a new role—ideally as a senior software developer with a strong background in Unity, DevOps, and tools—I’m also excited to share a bit about 'Schema,' a project I’ve been working on to help game developers manage content more easily. I’m open to remote opportunities or roles in the Washington D.C.–Baltimore metro area, whether full-time or part-time contracting and consulting around tool development. I’m particularly interested in opportunities where I can integrate Schema as a solution for studios looking to streamline their workflows. So if that sounds like something your team might benefit from, feel free to reach out. I’d love to connect and chat! (And as a treat for reading this post, here's an image from a GPU-accelerated simulation I created. Thank you for your time!)
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