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Note: a huge shout out to Angel who helped a LOT with the graphical layout: she chose the font, the battery image, and the image on the right side of the page. She also chose the background color of the card. It looks infinitely better than if I made it myself!   You'll Need Yourself (this is a solo game, but can be played with or against others)One printed postcardFour standard dice (d6)A way t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Charged Up!.

July is International Zine Month! You can get all of the zines we've released over the last month by becoming a Zinester member of our Patreon! As of July 31st, that's nine zines for $3 (including this one), plus all of the zines we release on Itch while you're a member. Inspirations This was created for @blancisthecreative's #minizinejuly25. July 21st -25th prompt: "Heart Dump".  "A heart dump … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How Do I Miss Thee?.

An 8-page poetry zine about agreeing where to meet a loved one after we die.  Zinetober Julia from the Munich Zine Library posted an October zine challenge on Instagram. This was written for the October 1st prompt 24-hour zine: Create a zine within 24 hours. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  More Poetry You can check out my other poetr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prismatic Endings: A Poem Zine.

Content warnings: control over another being (digital video game characters)control over another being (metaphorically the game itself "controlling" you) About the Game You've played games, sure, but what if a game played you? Took control of your actions? Could press buttons to make you walk up to strangers and talk to them, or make you make the silliest sound effects? It's time to find out! The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Game Plays YOU.

Become a Zinester ($3) or higher on our Patreon before January 23rd to get this zine for free! Quotes are one of my favorite things to collect. I like to reflect on them and find new hidden depths within. I often try to think about how to apply certain quotes in my life to better it in some way.  Living in Quotations is a zine that contains quotes that I've chosen to ponder a little more closely… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Living in Quotations.

This game was created in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare Jam which had the theme of "Limited Space". Click that "View submission" button at the top of the page if you'd like to see it. While exploring space, you discovered the edge of the universe! Worse yet, you quickly realize it's shrinking, and space is... acting up around here. Asteroids and debris are flying everywhere and space itself is assaul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In Space, No One Can Hear You EXPLODE!.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt was 24 hr Zine, with instructions to "Make a mini zine about anything within 24 hours! Or take on the original challenge of 24 pages in 24 hrs!"  I made three 8-page zines that equaled 24 pages.  The First I posted the first zine that day and that can be found here: <a href="A&qu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Walk in the Park 3 Zine.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt was 24 hr Zine, with instructions to "Make a mini zine about anything within 24 hours! Or take on the original challenge of 24 pages in 24 hrs!"  I made three 8-page zines that equaled 24 pages.  The First I posted the first zine that day and that can be found here: <a href="A&quo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Walk in the Park 2 Zine.

This Costume of Mine explores my costume (the way I express myself as a trans woman) and my mask (how I express myself while suffering from bouts of bipolar). It's a perzine that dives into the emotions, thoughts, and struggles I have with both, as well as aligning my authentic self with these things tugging at me. I also made a Designer's Notes edition that goes into far more detail because 8 mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to This Costume of Mine.

I Say Be a Child is a poem reminding people of the innocence of childhood and to encourage people to hold on to that wonder as long as possible. Adulting is hard, I say be a child!Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 6 - 10 is Reminder Zine. "Create a helpful mini zine for you or a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Say Be a Child.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 16-20 was Pocket Guide, with instructions to "Make a handy guide to carry in your pocket. It can be a guide to mushrooms, thrifting, even fixing a car!" After thinking this one over for a bit and fussing to Beth that I had no idea how to narrow down what I should write a pocket g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Pocket Guide to Remembering what you came into the room for....

About the Game Whoops, that fridge you've got? Yeah, you just discovered that it's sentient, and it plans to take over the world unless you can convince it not to! Appease your coldboi and prevent its eventual overthrowing of humanity by taking care of it, your kitchen, and yourself. But beware, if/when it gets upset enough, it's game over for humanity! The Hyper 1 HOUR Game Jam This game was crea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Appeasing the Coldboi.

Become a Zinester ($3) or higher on our Patreon before January 20th to get this zine for free! The Ghost of You and I is a collection of 6 short poems. In the past I've posted uplifting, and romantic poetry, and this is a bit of a shift in tone from those.  Over the years I've written a lot of poetry for writing prompt challenges and from my own perspective and experiences. This collection is a m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ghost of You and I.

I dunno about you, but I've been told my whole life that I have obligations: I need to do well in school, get a good job, work hard, avoid wasting my potential, help others, sleep when I'm dead... So when this (fictional) zine told me I was a child of Aergia, the goddess of idleness, it was life-changing! In it, the author (me) explained that my only obligation in life is to chill and put out zer… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Children of Aergia.

Spoon Rest is a short poem about the physical toll of invisible struggles and how much needed energy (spoons) can disappear quickly when it's already in such limited supply.  Inspired by and created for the Disabled Creators Jamboree.  For those unfamiliar: "Spoon theory is a metaphor describing the amount of physical or mental energy that a person has available for daily activities and tasks, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spoon Rest.

Through journaling prompts and healthy positive affirmations, you'll reflect on your reflection and hopefully build a healthier relationship with the image in the mirror. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  More Zines You can check out our other zines here, as well as some solo journaling experiences that focus on mental health topics below: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reflections.

Sometimes I Write About Stars is a collection of poems I wrote. This is the first of a series of poetry collection zines and contains 7 short poems. I do a lot of pondering about the vastness of space and my own insignificance in the grand scheme of things, these poems are little glimpses into that. How Do I Fold It Though? Note: There are two versions:  A digital book making it easy to read wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sometimes I Write About Stars.

You Can Quote Me On That! is a zine of uplifting and relatable quotes that I draw inspiration and comfort from.  Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 11 - 15 is Fanzine.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  More Zines You … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Can Quote Me On That!.

Lone Soles is a poem written in celebration of the heritage and tradition of Native American rain dancing. About an unwavering spirit that didn't give up until he received what he sought.  Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 1 - 5 is Celebration! "Put together a mini zine to celeb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Soles.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 26-30 was Fashion, with instructions to "Give us a glimpse into the fashion world. It can be outfits of the day, iconic looks, or your own designs!"   I really don't consider myself fashionable or in the know of trends. I basically hope for the best that I can find things that fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fashion Sense Zine.

Physical Copies Available! A poem I wrote about collecting intangible things. This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  We're running our first Beth and Angel Make Games crowdfunding campaign in February!  The campaign runs from January 31st through February, and you can: Challenge us to make zines of your cho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mason Jar Wishes.

To Each, Their Own Drum is a simple short poem that encourages being a parade of one, who continues on and celebrates yourself through good and bad times. This is an 8-page mini zine that was inspired by the prompt Celebration from @blancisthecreative #minizinejuly24 challenge.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Check out More Zines! You c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To Each, Their Own Drum.

An 8-page poetry zine about finding a way to be comfortable in your own skin. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Check out More Zines! You can check out my other poetry zines on this list, along with some below: <a href="A" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://beth-and-angel-make-games.itch.io/a-memory"&… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anywhere But Here, To There.

‍♀️ Solo Exercise tracking The CDC recommends getting 150 minutes of cardio and 2 strength-training exercises in per week. But time is freaking weird, how are you supposed to keep track? With these cute pixel-art cards, of course! Each card has two objects made up of a total of 30 squares, and each square represents 5 minutes. As you exercise, fill in or mark off the squares, writing any leftover … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fit in 150 Minutes.

I mean... My name is Beth, Elizabeth is one of the best characters ever, what more can I say? Seriously though, BioShock Infinite is one of my favorite games of all time. The story is incredible, and there are some absolutely remarkable quotes. One of them really hit home for me due to my terrible memory: "The mind of the subject will desperately struggle to create memories where none exist."  T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bird or the Cage.

Mini Zine July 2024An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 21-25 was Memories, with instructions to "Share a cherished memory or string of memories like your first day of school or a fun road trip."  There are so many memories to write about, so this was difficult for me to choose.About When my grandma passed away, I w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memories of My Grandmas.

About They say it takes 10,000 hours to be a professional at something, but I think that marking accomplishments and the things we've done is a far better metric for leveling up! Soooooooooooo let's gamify those experiences and level ourselves up IRL!   How to play Print out the sheet of business cards and cut em up, then follow the rules on the "How to Play" card :D As you do things, write them… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Level Up!.

Never Cliché is an 8-page mini zine containing poems I wrote about love.  How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Check out More Zines! You can check out my other poetry zines on this list, along with some other love poems below: <a href="Color" class="redactor-linkify-object">https://beth-and-angel-make-games.itch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Cliché.

Lazy Days is a simple poem about the lazy days of summer.  Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 26 - 30 is Mixed Media Zine.  "The topic is up to you but think about different mediums you can use to make your mini zine! Like paints and collage or dried flowers and block prints!" … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lazy Days.

The Princess Tchotchkes is a perzine about The Princess Bride collectables I own. The movie has been a favorite of mine since I was a child and over the years my collection has grown. When I saw the prompt for this week's #minizinejuly24 challenge this was the first thing that came to mind. So, I gathered up my collection, took some photos and shared some memories and quotes. Mini Zine July 2024 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Princess Tchotchkes.

Thanks Past Me! is a zine about treating Past, Present, and Future you as a team that can work together. Mini Zine July 2024 This 8-page pocket-sized zine was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 11 - 15 is Before & After. "Create a mini zine that shows a before and after of something." How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thanks Past Me!.

 A friend of mine introduced me to the term "transition armor," and I found myself clinging to that when dysphoria was at its strongest early in my transition to Beth. As time went on, I found things that made me happy and slowly started to fight against dysphoria until I could banish it for periods of time (it's an immortal beast that can never be slain, though...).  This zine covers the things t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Transition Armor.

About NOT YET DEAD Inspired by games like Duke Nukem and action heroes everywhere, NOT YET DEAD is a loud, vocal, badass celebration of your life. Load up an epic soundtrack of metal music or whatever makes you feel POWERFUL AF and go about your day. Use one-liners, declare what you're doing, and celebrate when you kick life's ass with this one-sheet IRL game as inspiration. The title, NOT YET DEA… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NOT YET DEAD.

This double-sided mini zine has a silly little poem to encourage that anyone can make a zine on one side, and a template to show you how to lay out a zine on the other in case you want to make one of your own. The template also includes a QR code that directs you to a mini-zine folding tutorial video. I made this simple so that it could be used to introduce and encourage others to make a mini-zin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Made a Zine.

I love the puzzle of creating things, and this zine explains why, as well as the struggles I face every time I make something and the tools I use to fiddle til I find the fun :D Mini Zine July 2024 Piecing it Together was written for the #minizinejuly24 challenge from Blancisthecreative on instagram. The prompt for July 21- 25 was Tchotchkes. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great exam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Piecing It Together.

I've heard so many awful apologies in my life, but it feels like I'm noticing them more and more often lately. So I couldn't help but create this zine for those people :D It's definitely one of my snarkiest creations, I generally try not to let these feelings show publicly... Give a copy to everyone who's awful at apologizing!  OMG I forgot to mention: Angel gave me this idea! I was gonna write … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It Might Be a Crappy Apology If....

Have you ever felt inadequate? Like you can't do the amazing things that others can? Or maybe your child is sad they can't do something they really want to be good at?  My name is Beth, and there's a lot I can't do too. I can't do cartwheels, I can't skate, and I can't play any musical instruments. But that's okay! We're all capable of learning new things, and maybe you'll try that new thing and r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beth Can't Play Instruments, and That's Okay: A Color-Along Adventure!.

I've been cranking out zines left and right this month, but when I hit the "Memories" prompt I was stumped. Angel came up with such a beautiful zine for the month celebrating her grandmas, but I sat here like... "What memory should I write about"? It wasn't about narrowing down my choices, it was about picking literally anything at all that I haven't written about a million times. Even my discover… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Anti-Remembering-Stuff Club.

This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine that you carry with you to write down compliments (and if you choose, criticisms) that you receive. There are journaling prompts to help you process and hopefully lead to healthier thoughts on taking a compliment or dealing with negativity. This game was created using a prompt from the Zine Idea Generator to "Make a pocket zine that is about your favorite quote… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regard With Esteem Zine.

Designed for the Anime and Manga Tribute TTRPG Jam, Whoops! I Broke Down in this Weird City and Need Money FAST is a solo journaling (optional) homage to filler episodes. You'll pull a character from a different TTRPG (or make one up), and they'll break down in whatever vehicle they were riding in. Whoops! Saddled with $500 in debt (not too shabby if you were in a giant mech, but ouch if you were … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whoops! I Broke Down in this Weird City and Need Money FAST: Jam Edition.

Sometimes I Write About Insomnia is a collection of short poems I wrote while struggling with sleep issues.  I gathered and made a zine of these poems for the Insomnia Jam. I've dealt with sleep issues for most of my life and it's nice to see a jam about it, so I definitely wanted to enter something. Printing Options There are two files available: Sometimes I Write About Insomnia - Digital Book… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sometimes I Write About Insomnia.

This is an 8-page pocket-sized zine created using a prompt from the Zine Idea Generator to "make a blackout poem zine that shows screenshots from your camera roll."  I went a couple steps further with this challenge and limited myself to only screenshots that were already on my phone, and to take no new screenshots for the purpose of using in this zine. I also made the black out poetry from scree… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Screen Shot.

LynxZine is a monthly digital magazine created by Hasalynx Games, offered for free to fans of Hasalynx Games and those interested in the studio. Get to know Hasalynx Games better by downloading your free copy of LynxZine today, or browse the collection of all published LynxZine issues! Who will enjoy reading LynxZine?: LynxZine is tailored for enthusiasts of dating sim novels, romance, self-care,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [FREE!] LynxZine, Issue 9, January 2025.

When I was trying to figure out what to write for a pocket guide, I went back into my old reliable well of "what would be helpful for ME." And the answer was: a lil booklet of stuff I often have to Google! Or, well, Bing (for the Microsoft Reward Points!), but "Stuff I Often Bing" doesn't sound as cool. The zine covers: Several different grammatical topics (I do a good amount of editing work, incl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stuff I Often Google.

2 Truths and a Lie, but... ✨EXTRA✨  Get to know me (Beth!) via this game of Truths & Lies! There are four categories all about me with ten "facts" per category. Except, well... three facts per category are LIES! Your mission: cross off the lies! You'll get two points per lie crossed off, lose a point per truth crossed off, and gain 5 points per "perfect category" (all lies crossed off, no truths c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Truths & Lies: Sparkly Edition.

When I was a kid, we'd go to Toys R Us for video games. They carried NES and then SNES titles, and it was so magical exploring the aisles, checking out the game boxes, and choosing one. Reading the manual on the way home or at a restaurant (or both) is something I'll never forget loving, even though my memory is awful   This zine is a celebration of that feeling, that exploration and discovery, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Games R Us.

Color Me Loved is a series of short poems I (Angel) wrote. I made them into zine format to give to Beth because the poetry site we met on is no longer there and it's just nice to have them exist elsewhere. How Do I Fold It Though? This video is a great example of how to fold an 8-page zine!  Did you know we have a Patreon? You can read more about Color Me Loved there. The vast majority of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Color Me Loved (Poem Zine).

This is a short, true tale of independence. Of biting into a cold piece of pizza and discovering how wonderful life can be. A celebration of individuality after a (fairly) long life of being who I "should be." This 8-page zine was written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on Instagram posted by @blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 6-10 was Throwback, with instructions to "Take us back to the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cold Pizza Tastes Like Freedom.

An 8-page zine written for the #minizinejuly23 challenge on instagram posted by blancisthecreative. The prompt for July 31st was 24 hr Zine, with instructions to "Make a mini zine about anything within 24 hours! Or take on the original challenge of 24 pages in 24 hrs!"   I had intended for the 24 hr zine to be a game but I got a pretty late start today. After about an hour of working on the game z… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Walk in the Park Zine.

Printed version: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/360541/Quest-Fronts--Issue-1 Adventure starters for Ironsworn with universal compatibility instructions By integrating the design philosophy of Dungeon World campaign fronts and the elegant mechanics of Ironsworn for quests and expeditions, the Quest Fronts magazine takes the best of both systems to offer you adventure starters that can be pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quest Fronts - Issue #1.