a.k.a. Vixx

I wasn't the kind of girl who grew up playing dollies and dress-up. While others were falling in love with boy bands, I was falling in love with gaming. I got lost in Hyrule.
I kicked ass in Street Fighter. I had inappropriate dreams about Solid Snake, became obsessed with the gorgeously grim environments of Silent Hill, and am still kind of addicted
to Guitar Hero.

Before I gave up the monotony of civil service life to write for a living, I worked for 10 years as an equality, inclusion, and wellbeing adviser, specialising in employment and HE. Today, I blend both of these passions as a games writer and an equality consultant, working with organisations like Ukie to improve equality policy and practice and make the games industry a kinder, more supportive place for all.

An independent reporter, critic, columnist, and commentator with almost 15 years of experience in the games industry, I've worked with some of the world's biggest brands and publications including the BBC, Eurogamer, IGN, the NME, and many, many more. I specialise in horror, shooters, puzzlers, and games with a strong story to tell, but I can turn my hand to pretty much anything.

I know. I can't believe it's a real job, either.

On Twitter @_vixx