At the current rate AI is progressing, I do foresee a future where it advances much further. I lived through the dotcom bubble as a user, the post covid gaming boom as a professional-- and used public AI early iterations. It's not going to work on a mass scale for quite a while.

We are tired. So tired.

The most recent game I have worked on. The next game, jam, we will be finishing a horror jam we missed. Probably our largest and most fun jam in my experience. Can't wait for guys to check it out. Just wanted to keep my friends updated over here what I've been up to. We've done two jams this Nov.

We are currently in the midst of our next game jam, stay tuned for screenshots and the link next week! #gamedev #indiedev #itch.io #gamejam

It's crazy how many people are fine with people starving. It's truly inhumane.

Trump wanting to erect a statue in his own honor? That has always gone poorly for the republic as a nation. History does not always repeat itself, but it often ryhms.

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We missed the jam deadline but we have finished our week long game! Go check out Trick or Reek, it's perfect if you're in the spooky spirit right now. angrytoastergames.itch.io/trickorreek #itch #spookygame #horror #prototype #gamejam #GameDev

In the midst of a game jam, will post a link once we wrap up this week.

I spotted Cloverpit while doing market research months ago when the demo originally dropped. Big congrats to @panikarcade.bsky.social on the success. It's hard to hit that addictive gameplay loop with roguelikes, but they nailed it. Anyways, let's go gambling. 😈

It baffles me some game devs admittedly, do not game. I was listening to a podcast last night, and a veteran dev admitted he never really gamed. I couldn't imagine doing either writing or game development without doing the former(reading for writing).

Happy Fall Equinox! Super excited, we found another game jam we signed up for this OCTOBER. Our last jam we had some personal things come up, so we couldn't finish it in time -- unfortunately. Reminder game dev is a marathon, not a sprint. Super excited to see what we come up with.

Been on a hiatus for awhile -- will be posting more progress soon. Game dev is an iterative process, like any other art form, and takes time. I feel like Silksong really shook up the games industry in a good way. Pricing was great, content superb, and proved small teams are the best!

While developing indie games primarily, I also ensure to cut out an hour or two to write and hone my craft as a writer. Something I'm glad I'm seeing more and more online is making the antagonist MORE realistic. Most times when I write, I actually enjoy writing my antagonist more. #writer #fantasy

Heads up to those who are curious to play our games on itch -- we are participating in a game jam next week. We know individuals like to sometimes donate a custom amount, so from now, ALL our games on itch will have a suggested amount when downloading. #indiedev #gamedev #gamejam

This is a very dangerous precedent. I've been hearing more and more about the "initiative " that pushed itch. They are kneeling to pressure, fuck that. We will continue to test new game ideas on itch, however, this is not good. How long until other genres get censored?

Super stoked for the end of summer here, and fall time. Been working on a lot of creative projects and got back into the flow of writing. We're reaching the point in game dev where the team has the scripts, assets, and execution to make games fast and tight. Keep it simple. Gameplay loop focused.

On a lighter note today. Angry Toaster Games is currently in development of an unannounced horror project -- in the meantime, we are also participating in a game jam next week. So if you enjoy our games, I will post it on here and the @angrytoastergames.bsky.social socials! #indiedev #gamedev #dev

That Jubilee video was VILE. I cannot believe the disgusting nazi sympathizers in society can rightfully stand proud and be platformed. It's immoral. It is disgusting. Fuck nazis. Fuck fascists.

Looking at game jams and wanting a small break during a project. It's only a week. It's only a week. #indiedev #gamedev #gamejams

I always forget the statistic that most game studios on Steam NEVER release one game. Once you get to the second or third game, you're within the top 15 percentile and .3 percentile. It's really really hard to make games. #indiedev #gamedev #makegames

How I feel while setting up this level. On the plus side, the gameplay loop we're working on technically has ONE level. Downside is you guys will see if I screw anything up.

Apparently the new strategy for publishing books is no longer going the traditional route, but bulking up in a big backlog and making the barrier to entry SUPER cheap for readers.

Damn this film 🎞️ (2005) is hitting more than ever now in the current events of today. #VForVendetta

Didn't even get a notification to my email, it seems my account was compromised on BlueSky. If you received anything from me, or saw anything suspicious. I apologize. I made sure to enable 2-fact for safety.

Great job New York City! You picked a great YOUNG politician. America will flourish with new ideas, not establishment ran super pac candidates who are out of touch.

Chris Zukowski had a great talk on Thomas Brush's podcast, the short version I got from this is this: "90% marketing for your game IS THE GAME." I agree to the testaments, devs rush in too fast to their game their making. #indiedev #gamedev #gaming #marketing

Unblocked Elon on Twitter today. The wet noodle fight between him and Drumfp is great to watch in real time.

AI is coming for many entry-level positions in the tech industry. Don't get trapped in the whirlpool of stubbornness, embrace how to optimize it for workflow. For indie devs and small teams-- it has been a godsend, and I'm not talking using AI art garbage. It helps solve issues quickly.

Happy Pride month all!

Questions for the game devs of Bluesky. What do you all think of releasing a bit size version of your game on itch before posting it to steam? #indiedev #gamedev #itch #horror #horrorgame #prototype #demo #steam #question

BLUESKY RECAP: MAY 26, 2025

I have been in the industry for 5 years now, and I think the best advice I'd give new indies or those wanting to break into the industry. The gameplay loop is the beginning and the end. The loop should be simple to understand, hard to master. #indiedev #gamedev #developeradvice #tips

I would consider making a podcast for indie dev(it'd be very sparse maybe 12-24 times a year). However, I feel I could benefit newcomers better if I had a few more games under my belt. I've released two steam demos, one commercial title, and one game jam. #indiedev #gamedev #podcasts

I overall hate podcasts because individuals who give bad advice do it far too early. That being said, the game dev scene desperately needs more podcasters. Please make podcast if you've made a few games, it can greatly help the indie community! #gamedev #indiedev #podcast #advice

You know what? Buy yourself those books you want. You deserve it.

Indie development can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But something to keep in mind is there are IMMENSELY more gamers than game developers. If you keep honing your craft and making games, you CAN and WILL make it through the noise. 😄 #gamedev #indiedev #steam #gaming #nerdmath #statistics

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Been watching Jiu-Jitsu Kaizen, and almost wrapped up with season 3. I have a question for Gege, the writer of the Manga. You know you could have done anything aside from put **spoiler** GOJO IN A BOX. Worst thing you can do in terms of writing to a character. #anime #jiu-jitsu #BOX

Also, still on track to give some more details on the next game. Angry Toaster Games is currently working on our next project-- nothing is available yet publicly! Lost In Static will be getting a major update this summer as well. #indiedev #gamedev #horror

Saw a video on YouTube today explaining in the next decade how robotics+AI are going to reshape the landscape to employment. It's a good time to educate yourself on skills and not worry about company "loyalty"! Companies will replace you if given the chance. #ai #robotics #skillsets

My first novel was 58k words, and I was wondering how I wrote it when I was 20. After rereading, I discovered it wasn't as great as I thought. 😅 It was good practice at least. #writingcommunity #author #writing #oops

Been really enjoying low poly and grainy graphics for horror! I originally thought it looked bad, but the style has grown on me. Looking forward to sharing our next project announcement with you all. #horror #indiedev #models

If global warming was fake it would be such a dope conspiracy theory.

🚨Attention fellow coffee drinkers🚨. With the U.S. tarrifs, this is going to get rough. Coffee CANNOT be grown above that line. The most america does is ROAST the beans and distributes it. Everything coffee related is about to go up🫠 #coffee #government #tariffs #republican #democrats

Oh boy, is this another, "never before seen historical event!"

Also, I'm seeing a bunch of "self help gurus" pop back up, probably because of the one viral dudes routine video. There's a bunch of bad info out there, and bad information. Don't get sucked up in it! If someone is charging you for a class, it's most likely bs.