Added some pretty basic NPC pathfinding and networked movement. NPCs use "Behaviors" to roam and will eventually use them to heal, attack, speak, etc. A Behavior is just a simple class that defines what actions to take on any given event, identified by a unique id. #indiedev #gamedev #classicwow

Sometimes I get down about WoW2D and how steep of a challenge it is, but then I see alpha screenshots of WoW and remind myself, this is just the beginning! #indiedev #gamedev #wowclassic #wow

Anyone have any recommendations for web hosting w/ MySQL access? #indiedev #gamedev #hosting #webhost

Implemented an offline play mode. Need to write a design doc for translating server-side game data (movement speeds, characters, NPCs, etc) so all of this can be managed without a server. #indiedev #gamedev #worldofwarcraft

I was going back and forth on stress test entry: should I restrict access with keys/connections or keep it entirely open? If anyone is interested in being a core developer or an artist, send me a DM! Offline play is also being implemented. #indiedev #gamedev #worldofwarcraft

Probably the best fan-project I've ever seen! #halo3 #mcc

Wanted to post the official Discord server for WoW2D: discord.gg/yJTesDHMhg #indiedev #gamedev

Fixed some desync that occurred when players collided: positions are being snapped at the moment, so the networked player jumps around a little. Road to public stress test: - verbose logging (client/server) - account management - chat changes - camera changes #indiedev #gamedev #monogame

I don't mean to minimize all of the work I've put into WoW2D... But I'm considering creating a "single player project" branch of the project that would include multiplayer aspects? (dungeons, mail, ah, etc) A proof-of-concept MMO may be a bit much for a father w/ a FT job. ^^ #indiedev #gamedev

Added to WoW2D's netcode was client prediction and server reconciliation. It's a bit rudimentary, but it's been tested on LiteNetLib w/ simulated packet loss and latency. Looking to hire some pixel artists that can do a stylized/low-poly look, similar to WoW classic. Interested? #gamedev #pixelart

I started a twitch so I can learn godot! Stop by if you ever have any cool projects to show off, we can show them on stream! www.twitch.tv/mapleheartst... #gamedev #indiedev #b3d #godot

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For a solo indie working on my first game, is it better to try a smaller-scope game that "finds the fun" rather than a high-risk, years-long one? Thinking about pausing my current "dream project" and make a Great Conjunction game: howtomarketagame.com/2025/11/04/t... #gamedev #indiedev #solodev

Long time no post; making some decent progress on WoW2D even if development has stalled. Network coding is such a pita, but I’ve been learning a lot! More to come + clips 🙌 #indiegamedev #gamedev #worldofwarcraft

Project I've been working on since last Sept. and perhaps even a bit longer. Been a passion project for a long time. Decided to open it up for discussion! github.com/davist1025/W... #gamedev #nez #indiegamedev

Implemented a game clock w/ ambient lighting. This was admittedly more difficult than I expected, even if it only took an extra ~hour or so to implement 🤷‍♂️ Time sped up for the sake of the video. #monogame #gamedev #solodev

I just woke up and realized there's a more efficient way to do the code for my player controller but I can't be fucked to change it

I’m glad I am getting a good night’s sleep right now and not doing something dumb like scrolling social media.

"this looks like a PS2 game" the fuck are you talking about PS2 games look great

Working on some basic day/night fade in and out; Some basic code which alters the Clear color of the entire Scene using a 0-1f Ambience value, and altering the Blue value of the clear color to give it some blue tint. #monogame #gamedev #indiegamedev

Is a post-processor an optimal way to implement the rendering for a day/night cycle? 🤔 #indiegamedev #gamedev #programming

Modified the tile change code so one tile is changed at a time, ordered by ascending Y value... Still feels off, but much better than altering all of them at once. #monogame #gamedev #indiegamedev

Using Coroutines in #nez, I was able to get the tile color to change over time, but I'm unsure if this is a good look and feel for what should occur... Ideally, tiles change their nutrient level over time based on their environment, surround plant life and weather. Any ideas? #monogame #gamedev

NEW: Hundreds of Bethesda workers at America's largest video game union have gone on strike today, protesting the company's recent outsourcing. Microsoft did not immediately respond to comment. www.inverse.com/gaming/bethe...

Literally have never heard of the Manhattan distance formula why am I so bad at math

Working on an Ecology management sim game. Getting tiles to set their nutritious 'Appreciation' value was a doozy x.x excuse the bad programmer art #monogame #gamedev #indie

a few common Bluesky misconceptions i see in articles