# EXTRA: Leaving the games industry with Ed Thorn

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Podcast: [Indieventure](https://stenobird.com/podcast/indieventure-6655297)
Published: 2025-10-09T15:36:26+00:00
Episode link: https://indieventurepodcast.podbean.com/e/extra-leaving-the-games-industry-with-ed-thorn/
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## Resource

The last time Liam spoke with Ed Thorn, he was days away from announcing his departure from Rock Paper Shotgun. Beginning his career as a guides writer, Ed climbed the ranks to become reviews editor of the prestigious PC gaming blog, before deciding it was time to finally move on. Ten months after that original episode went live (eight when we recorded this - soz for the delay) Ed returns to discuss what it's like to say goodbye to your dream job. Together, the pair discuss their reasons for moving on, the things they're glad to leave behind, and the moments they'll always look back on with fondness. This one has a slightly different vibe from our usual episodes. It's less "three feral goblins screech about Peggle", and more "two old men reminisce about the good old days". You can find more of Ed's thoughts in this wonderful article he kindly wrote for our website. Our music was written and performed by Ollie Newbury! Find him on Instagram at @newbsmusic. Meanwhile, you can find us at indieventurepodcast.co.uk or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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