travelled
the road less
Amid endless choices, countless creative works remain overshadowed, unnoticed despite their brilliance. Indie creators often pour their souls into projects that deserve recognition but rarely find it. Not Saved exists to change that—dedicated to uncovering overlooked gems and connecting them with those who appreciate passion, originality, and the stories they tell.
A DIGITAL ZINE ABOUT GEEK CULTURE BEHIND THE SPOTLIGHTS
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GAMES
BOOKS
COMICS
MUSIC
MERCH
Celebrating innovative creators and their work, bringing overlooked talent and unique visions into focus.
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consultations
to your
And these children that you spit on as they try to change their worlds are
They're quite aware of what they're going through.
David Bowie
Dimday Red
Story - Spiros Drakatos
Art- Caio Nery
A selected comic page that inspires with its art and storytelling impact.
“Don’t force connections; let them happen naturally. Listen to your audience.”
Amanda Palmer
Musician
“Focus on what your game does best. One strong idea beats a thousand scattered ones.”
John Harper
TTRPG Creator
(Blades in the Dark)
“Draw from your own life. Honest storytelling makes a huge difference.”
Raina Telgemeier
Comic Creator
“You need to read a lot and write even more. Writing is 10% inspiration, 90% perspiration.”
Margaret Atwood
Book Writer
“Put your work out there. You’ll never grow if you don’t share.”
Jessica Hische
Graphic Designer
“A small idea that’s personal and real can resonate more than something massive but hollow.”
Toby Fox
Game Developer
(Undertale)
Hard earned knowledge from creatives around the world.
the road less travelled
In a world where options overflow, it’s easy to feel lost. Games, comics, music, books—there’s always something new, something shiny. But here’s the thing: not every treasure sparkles under a spotlight. There are creators out there—skilled, passionate, and relentless—whose work rivals, or even surpasses, the mainstream. Yet, they remain unseen, buried under waves of trends and algorithms.
That’s why Not Saved was born. We’ve walked this road ourselves, chasing dreams and pouring our hearts into projects, only to watch them slip through the cracks.
We know what it’s like to scream into the void, hoping someone, somewhere, hears you.
So, every month, we’ll dig deep, uncovering the gems that deserve your attention. Indie games, unheard tracks, offbeat comics, forgotten merch—all the stuff you didn’t know you needed. This isn’t just about spotlighting the unnoticed; it’s about building a bridge between creators and a community that values creativity over clicks.
Join us on this journey. Let’s celebrate the road less traveled—and the brilliance that lights its way.
a tribute to the unsung heroes
of geek culture
Benjamin
Walker
Writer / Content Creator
A Squirrel Plays
Exploring unique YouTube channels that inspire, entertain, and inform.
Dieku Games
TTRPG reviews and creator interviews
Showcasing stunning visuals from talented illustrators and imaginative concept artists.
Manic
Revisiting influential projects from the past that shaped geek culture today.
Matthew Smith
ZX Spectrum
1983
Miner
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