Playing Elden Ring for the first time (also my first from soft game) is like looking into the DNA of so many games over the past decade. I knew these games were influential, but wow... The influences are everywhere. #gaming #darksouls #soulslike #gamedev #gamedesign

Here's a piece of game literacy I have (but don't remember how I learned): You don't know how much fire and lava will hurt until you try them, and that amount could be from 0 to infinity damage. #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames

Watching my wife, a non-gamer, play Shimmershoal (my game) is a fascinating experience. It makes me realize how much "literacy" is needed in gaming to understand basic elements of each genre. #gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg

#pixelart #solodev #gamedev #indiegame #indiegamedev #desert #metroidvania #indiedev #blood&flames Here my current progress on the shimmering plains art The idea is that the heat form these large shards of glass in the sand which produces those beams of light that can be seen all over the region.

...And done. Once again colored pencils on black paper, this time also with some silver and gold ink. A3, probably around 20-25 hours. #art #fantasyart #space #leopard #traditionalart #drawing

New enemy just dropped! (You will hate them) What do you think they do? Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg

#pixelart #indiedev #gamedev Run animation for Gate Guardian Carth from the card game we are working on, Soulweaver Tactics.

I died while testing my game, Shimmershoal. This taught me I forgot to add auto saves for the past... while. Ouch 😅 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #bugs #gametesting #behindthescenes

Shimmershoal now has game pad support! I was worried it might hard to implement in the engine I'm using, but it was pretty painless. 😀 Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg

Final Profit's on sale! 🍎 My opinion doesn't mean much. So instead, excerpts from recent reviews: "One of the best games I have ever played Period." "Went into this with no expectations and was blown away." "My addiction was real." store.steampowered.com/app/1705140/... 🎮 #indiegames #shopsim

Very gratifying experience today watching an old friend really enjoy playing Shimmershoal. Can't wait for more people to see what I've been cooking. 🌴 Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday

There are still 59 spots left, everybody! All #GameDevs are welcome no matter your skill level or specialty! #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames #Python #3DArtists #PixelArtists #GameMaker #C+ #Coding

I'm not sure how visible these are without digging, so if you're looking for indies to follow and support, check below 🙌🏻 Indie Studios: go.bsky.app/EbnyA2d Solo Indies: go.bsky.app/46HSs4C

It is time! If you are involved with #GameDev, this pack is for you! The last one filled up in just over 48 hours, so get your spot while it's hot! #GameDev #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames #Python #3DArtists #PixelArtists

#indiegamedev #pixelart #solodev #bandit #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #bossbattle #shotgun #giant My games feature a large number of bosses with all kinds of wacky concepts and movesets. Irredeamable features both bombastic chapter bosses and rival bosses that get stronger with each fight.

It’s #WishListWednesday if you are an #indiedev show me your #indiegame right now!!! 👁️👁️

If you were a pineapple item in a #jrpg, what would you do? #gamedev #cozygames

Dev: Does nothing Game: #indiegame #gamedev

Welcome all you beginners & pros, coders & artists, composers & promoters! 🙋‍♂️ Ask to be included in this pack and I will add you. A "👍" on your request comment means you're in! #GameDev #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames

We just filled up half the pack! If you’re a indie dev and want to join the pack, we welcome you with open arms! All these devs are really cool, so please make sure to check them out as well! ✨♥️ #gamedev #indiegamedev #videogame #bluesky #solodev #indiegame #sologamedev #starterpack

Meet the Monsters of the South Shore! Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday #lore #worldbuilding #monsters

One shader can make a difference. Quick lava effect vs final lava shader after a bit of experimentation to see what works with the scene. If you like what you see wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3727480/... #gamedev #art #shader #techart #indiedev #puzzlegame #gameart #cartoon

I worked with a colorblind friend to improve the #accessibility of this puzzle. Waaaay better! The lesson is you should avoid be using color alone to signify a state change. Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday

Steam curator list focused on improving visibility for #RPGMaker devs! It's a great thing to support a small dev scene so go show it some love. 😄 store.steampowered.com/curator/4569... #gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegames #jrpg

Support a #solodev! They just released their awesome new visual novel and it's really well written. Check it out. 😄

Found a moment tonight to break my #gamedev hiatus, and tinkered with player speed in response to feedback. It's feeling better I think. Move speed is so important for the pace of your game, and it's a vibe check. Feels are everything! #solodev #indiedev #jrpg #gamedesign #cozygame #indiegames

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Do action elements improve turn based combat in JRPGs? (E.g. Paper Mario, Clair Obscur) Comment your thoughts! #gamedev #gamedesign #rpg #jrpg #gaming #indiegames #discussion

It’s #screenshotsaturday if you are an #indiedev show me the #indiegame you are working on right now!!! 👁️👁️

(1/3) Am I crazy? First bullet of 3.1.1 in the #Apple app store guidelines appears to imply that unlocking things through gameplay isn't allowed (unlocking "features and content" must use in-app purchases): developer.apple.com/app-store/re... #appstore #mobilegames #mobile #ios #gamedev #indiedev

Still alive, still on hiatus from #gamedev. Help me escape a busy day job, wishlist Shimmershoal! 🌞 store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/... #indiedev #grind #dayjob #solodev #cozygames #jrpg #wishlist #indiegames

Let's see 'em! #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #indiegamedev

I've been a bit quiet lately, and that's because a bunch of real life priorities have taken over. Hazards of being a #solodev working in my spare time. Thanks so much to everyone who's been following Shimmershoal so far. The hiatus is temporary and hopefully short. #gamedev #indiedev #indiegames

#PitchYaGame Shimmershoal: A Cozy Island Adventure 🌞Cozy Retro-Style JRPG 🌴Relaxing Vibe, Deep Gameplay 🎶Bossa Nova Soundtrack 🦊One of the main characters is a cute fox Wishlist Shimmershoal: store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/... #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg

(1/3) As a #solodev, I rely on stock assets for some parts of Shimmershoal. This bit me, though, when I recently learned the enemies I was using were created with AI 😑. I'm pleased to say I've now found even better replacements! #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg

The portraits of the characters for the Innkeep prologue, by Torgeir Fyereide. #indiegames #pixelart

🚨 Bathhouse Creatures launches TOMORROW! 🚿🧼 Soak your worries away, meet cute ducks, pamper a hippo, deal with mischievous monkeys, and decorate your animal bathhouse! #indiedev #indiegame #cozygame #pixelart #godot

Shimmershoal is going for quality over quantity approach with skills, and making Lani and Keke's (the MCs) kits feel different but complimentary is the goal! Wishlist Shimmershoal: store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/... #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg

Any shortcut unlock fans out there? #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg Wishlist Shimmershoal: store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/...

@ichiro.bsky.social I'm having that thing where the video game boost bot is reposting over and over. Appreciate its enthusiasm, but yeah... 😅

Working on some puzzle stuff tonight. (WIP footage. 🛠) Wishlist Shimmershoal: store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/... #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday #puzzle #puzzles

I love world building cause you get to learn about things you never would in your normal life. I'm learning so much about age of sail galleon's right now researching for the next dungeon in Shimmershoal. #gamedev #indiedev #indiegames #solodev #cozygame #jrpg #ships #lore

Does anyone know a lot about age of sail era sailing ships? I'm doing research for my upcoming shipwreck dungeon in Shimmershoal and it's kind of hard to find good deck maps of them that aren't battle maps for DnD (which are of dubious accuracy). #gamedev #indiegames #solodev #sailing #history

I am so proud that Herald is finished and now in the #LudoNarraCon! And we did it on a shoestring budget, without the us of AI etc. Just a bunch of talented ppl who made this possible, and ultimately finished it because they kept going at it. Plz check it out, Book I is free! #majorupdate #indiedev

My last #cozygames pack filled up, so here's another!🤯 Let me know if you know of/ have a cozy game that would fit right in!✨ Some of the early birbs: 🦤 @agentepsilon.bsky.social 🐦 @monzerol.bsky.social 🐤 @trendywalnut.dev 🦚 @danchidays.bsky.social 🦜 @gracebruxner.bsky.social go.bsky.app/AL4zHJf

Updated trailer! Shimmershoal is a cozy tropical #jrpg I'm solo-developing right now. Wishlist now on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3637900/... #wishlistwednesday #trailer #indiedev #gamedev #solodev #cozygames #cute #fantasy #tropical #femaleprotagonist #fox #exploration #anime

If you find the Elder Tree, you can spend your buttons to help other (real) players!!✨ Spending buttons improves your karma... 📈 ...and the higher your karma, the more help you'll get from other players too! 😊 #gamedev | #indiedev | #madewithunity

Here's a peek at the magic behind our surreal worlds: A bunch of friendly nerds hiding out in the woods of the Pacific Northwest, drinking tea (sometimes coffee) out of O.G. Myst mugs. 🌲☕️🧑‍💻🌲

Sneak peek Saturday is back. This time showing off a flame shockwave attack that will be part of 'Marrowhold Cemetery' boss's arsenal! Playtest for FREE on Itch ⬇ bit.ly/4itAWxA #pixelart | #roguelike | #gamedev | #indiegame | #metroidvania

Major demo update released! iancaisley.itch.io/shimmershoal... If you haven't tried Shimmershoal yet, there's never been a better time. Please report any bugs you find on the Itch page. ♥ #majorupdate #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg #demo