I’m an infrastructure engineer working at a government contractor and I’m in a union with OPEIU 1010, the tech workers’ local. Others are unionizing independently, with CWA, etc… It’s still early days for the tech industry but there are examples. We’re really not that different from other industries with a larger union presence.

Kinda sad neither the article nor comments here mention https://ask.metafilter.com/

Project Zomboid is less narrative than what you’re looking for, I think, but when you start again in the same world you can find your previous character as a zombie.

Good coverage here as well https://kotaku.com/unity-engine-subscription-cost-unreal-godot-indie-dev-1850831032

Really does look like a tempting deal. Also covered here https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/8/23824739/valve-steam-deck-certified-refurbished-price-listings