Eurogamer's deputy news editor, Ed Nightingale, is departing the site after a four-year tenure that began in 2021. He will move to another role in the games industry in 2026. The announcement highlights his contributions to news coverage and in-depth features on key gaming topics.
Ed Nightingale joined Eurogamer in 2021 and swiftly established himself as a key figure in the site's news team. Known for his enthusiasm for Japanese role-playing games, Soulslikes, and the Sonic series, he advanced quickly to the position of deputy news editor. His work encompassed breaking news stories, insightful quotes that advanced discussions, and longer articles exploring significant industry issues.
Among Nightingale's notable contributions are examinations of the lifecycle of free-to-play games and essays addressing the potential threats from AI to the voice acting community. These pieces reflect his ability to tackle complex topics affecting game developers and players alike. Recent works underscore his ongoing impact, though his full portfolio demonstrates consistent influence on the site's content.
Nightingale's departure comes at the end of 2025, marking the close of a period where he built strong relationships within the team and the broader industry. Colleagues praise his sharp eye for trends, patience in editing, and dedication to journalistic standards, such as precise usage of terms like 'percent' over '%'. His future endeavors are expected to continue promoting the value of video games in new capacities.
Reflecting on his time at Eurogamer, Nightingale said: "Thanks for having me, Eurogamer! Working here has been a dream come true for me, after reading the site for so long. I'm really proud of the work I've achieved over the past four years, from meeting some of my heroes, to the longread features on big topics, to the countless stories on Elden Ring and Final Fantasy. A massive thanks to everyone I've worked with during my time here, for all your support, edits, and encouragement; but a special thanks to Donlan for offering me my first freelance opportunity before I joined properly, without which I probably wouldn't have made it as far as I have. I'm looking forward to seeing what the team gets up to in future and appreciating the site once again as a fellow reader. In the words of Sonic: 'I'm outta here!'"
The team wishes him success in his upcoming role, anticipating his continued influence in gaming journalism.