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G.URL Magazine is dedicated to reshaping perceptions of female gamers within the gaming community. We achieve this by exploring the intersection of gaming culture with fashion, music, and lifestyle, all of which contribute to the evolving concept of the 'gamer girl'.

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We celebrate women in gaming and online culture including TikTok content creators, musicians and game developers. We've previously featured Pizza4Alice and TheBabeGabe from Blackstarkids.

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How Gaming is Reviving Classical Music

By Jenny O'Connor | October 11, 2024

When you think of gaming soundtracks, you might recall nostalgic 8-bit melodies, thumping EDM, or symphonic scores backing epic fantasy scenes. But today, there’s a quieter, unexpected phenomenon happening in the gaming world—players are rediscovering classical music, and it’s not just in the background anymore. From rhythm games to grand story arcs, the symphonies of Beethoven, Mozart, and even Wagner are gaining new audiences, turning gaming into an unlikely conduit for introducing players to the world of classical music.

Chants of Sennaar Speaks in a Language of Its Own

By Jenny O'Connor | October 10, 2024

There’s a certain magic in the moment when a foreign language starts to make sense—when random sounds and symbols begin to form meaning, creating connections where there was once confusion. This feeling is at the heart of Chants of Sennaar, a beautifully crafted puzzle game that uses language as its core mechanic. After spending time in Corsica with family who speak only French, I’ve been noticing how much of my own experience in trying to learn French reflects the journey players take in Chants of Sennaar. You struggle to decode unfamiliar symbols, but the payoff when you understand even just a piece of the puzzle is immense.

Uzumaki’s Spiral into Chaos

By Jenny O'Connor | October 9, 2024

Uzumaki Fans Spiral into Disappointment as Animation Quality Takes a NosediveJust when it seemed like Junji Ito’s nightmare-inducing world was ready to dominate anime, Uzumaki‘s second episode left fans with chills of a different kind: the crushing disappointment of a stunning quality drop. After a breathtaking first episode, the Uzumaki anime veered off-course with episode…

How Gaming is Rewriting the Rules of Makeup

By Jenny O'Connor | October 8, 2024

The collision of gaming culture and beauty is redefining the makeup landscape, moving away from traditional glam into something far more digital, sleek, and surreal. As social media continues to serve as a breeding ground for trends, beauty influencers are transforming makeup into a futuristic art form that borrows heavily from gaming’s hyperreal worlds and aesthetics like Frutiger Aero. This resurgence, sparked by a fascination with the gloss and glow of early 2000s tech, speaks to a broader cultural desire for escapism, immersion, and self-expression.

“And the Universe Said I Love You”: The Unexpected Philosophy of Minecraft

By Team G.URL | October 6, 2024

Written by Elise Georgeson You might have skipped past it, read it and misunderstood or thought a little deeper, but here’s our take on the iconic End Poem. Released in 2009, Minecraft is a staple of childhood, whose popularity has ebbed and flowed since its release 15 years ago. With its most recent resurgence happening…

Exploring the Poetic Journey of Gris

By Team G.URL | October 5, 2024

A Palette of Emotions Painted in Silence. Written by Calypso Morgan Imagine a young girl perched on the hand of a statue, trying to sing but unable to. Suddenly, everything around her crumbles, and she plummets from the sky, landing in a barren white landscape. With nothing but the sound of wind on the horizon,…

Professor Layton is Back Again

By Jenny O'Connor | October 4, 2024

The world of puzzles and mysteries is set to expand once more with the upcoming release of Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, a thrilling new chapter in the beloved Layton series. This installment, set for release in 2025 on the Nintendo Switch, promises to deliver the intricate puzzles and captivating storytelling that fans have come to love, all while embracing new characters and a fresh setting​.

Breromi: Inside the World of Whimsical, Tech-Savvy Accessories

By Jenny O'Connor | September 20, 2024

In a sea of fast fashion and trend-driven aesthetics, Breromi stands out as a brand that merges nostalgia, technology, and playfulness into strikingly unique accessories. From magnetic hair clips to plush bows, Bremoni’s creations feel like treasures from a dreamlike, futuristic realm. Each piece is a perfect blend of functionality and whimsy, reflecting the brand’s…

The Bell Tree Forums and Forum Culture

By Jenny O'Connor | September 19, 2024

In the fast-paced world of social media, The Bell Tree Forums offer a slice of internet nostalgia where Animal Crossing fans still find their digital home. Long before Twitter wars and TikTok trends, there were forums—a simpler, slower-paced corner of the internet where people gathered to discuss their passions in depth. Among these early digital…

Sukinapan: Inside the Artist’s Surreal Digital Universe

By Jenny O'Connor | September 11, 2024

In the vast ocean of Instagram, certain accounts stand out for their ability to transport viewers into another dimension. Sukinapan’s digital art feels like a vivid dream mixed with nostalgia. Her pixelated landscapes and surreal characters strike a perfect balance between whimsy and melancholy, offering followers an escape from reality into a universe that seems…

How Gaming is Reviving Classical Music

By Jenny O'Connor | October 11, 2024

When you think of gaming soundtracks, you might recall nostalgic 8-bit melodies, thumping EDM, or symphonic scores backing epic fantasy scenes. But today, there’s a quieter, unexpected phenomenon happening in the gaming world—players are rediscovering classical music, and it’s not just in the background anymore. From rhythm games to grand story arcs, the symphonies of Beethoven, Mozart, and even Wagner are gaining new audiences, turning gaming into an unlikely conduit for introducing players to the world of classical music.

Chants of Sennaar Speaks in a Language of Its Own

By Jenny O'Connor | October 10, 2024

There’s a certain magic in the moment when a foreign language starts to make sense—when random sounds and symbols begin to form meaning, creating connections where there was once confusion. This feeling is at the heart of Chants of Sennaar, a beautifully crafted puzzle game that uses language as its core mechanic. After spending time in Corsica with family who speak only French, I’ve been noticing how much of my own experience in trying to learn French reflects the journey players take in Chants of Sennaar. You struggle to decode unfamiliar symbols, but the payoff when you understand even just a piece of the puzzle is immense.

Uzumaki’s Spiral into Chaos

By Jenny O'Connor | October 9, 2024

Uzumaki Fans Spiral into Disappointment as Animation Quality Takes a Nosedive Just when it seemed like Junji Ito’s nightmare-inducing world was ready to dominate anime, Uzumaki‘s second episode left fans with chills of a different kind: the crushing disappointment of a stunning quality drop. After a breathtaking first episode, the Uzumaki anime veered off-course with…

How Gaming is Rewriting the Rules of Makeup

By Jenny O'Connor | October 8, 2024

The collision of gaming culture and beauty is redefining the makeup landscape, moving away from traditional glam into something far more digital, sleek, and surreal. As social media continues to serve as a breeding ground for trends, beauty influencers are transforming makeup into a futuristic art form that borrows heavily from gaming’s hyperreal worlds and aesthetics like Frutiger Aero. This resurgence, sparked by a fascination with the gloss and glow of early 2000s tech, speaks to a broader cultural desire for escapism, immersion, and self-expression.

“And the Universe Said I Love You”: The Unexpected Philosophy of Minecraft

By Team G.URL | October 6, 2024

Written by Elise Georgeson You might have skipped past it, read it and misunderstood or thought a little deeper, but here’s our take on the iconic End Poem. Released in 2009, Minecraft is a staple of childhood, whose popularity has ebbed and flowed since its release 15 years ago. With its most recent resurgence happening…

Exploring the Poetic Journey of Gris

By Team G.URL | October 5, 2024

A Palette of Emotions Painted in Silence. Written by Calypso Morgan Imagine a young girl perched on the hand of a statue, trying to sing but unable to. Suddenly, everything around her crumbles, and she plummets from the sky, landing in a barren white landscape. With nothing but the sound of wind on the horizon,…

Professor Layton is Back Again

By Jenny O'Connor | October 4, 2024

The world of puzzles and mysteries is set to expand once more with the upcoming release of Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, a thrilling new chapter in the beloved Layton series. This installment, set for release in 2025 on the Nintendo Switch, promises to deliver the intricate puzzles and captivating storytelling that fans have come to love, all while embracing new characters and a fresh setting​.

Breromi: Inside the World of Whimsical, Tech-Savvy Accessories

By Jenny O'Connor | September 20, 2024

In a sea of fast fashion and trend-driven aesthetics, Breromi stands out as a brand that merges nostalgia, technology, and playfulness into strikingly unique accessories. From magnetic hair clips to plush bows, Bremoni’s creations feel like treasures from a dreamlike, futuristic realm. Each piece is a perfect blend of functionality and whimsy, reflecting the brand’s…

The Bell Tree Forums and Forum Culture

By Jenny O'Connor | September 19, 2024

In the fast-paced world of social media, The Bell Tree Forums offer a slice of internet nostalgia where Animal Crossing fans still find their digital home. Long before Twitter wars and TikTok trends, there were forums—a simpler, slower-paced corner of the internet where people gathered to discuss their passions in depth. Among these early digital…

Sukinapan: Inside the Artist’s Surreal Digital Universe

By Jenny O'Connor | September 11, 2024

In the vast ocean of Instagram, certain accounts stand out for their ability to transport viewers into another dimension. Sukinapan’s digital art feels like a vivid dream mixed with nostalgia. Her pixelated landscapes and surreal characters strike a perfect balance between whimsy and melancholy, offering followers an escape from reality into a universe that seems…