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Gayming Magazine @gaymingmag.bsky.social · 23h

So many RPGs promise queer inclusion... but where are the ace stories? 🖤🤍💜
@miladyconfetti.bsky.social explores why asexuality deserves to be told intentionally, not just left to headcanons.
Read the full piece: buff.ly/JIgw4dm
#GaymingMag #Asexual #Gaming #Queer

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IGDA DC @igdadc.bsky.social · 23h

A command-line puzzle game where you solve Git word problems by typing real Git commands. From beginner basics to advanced rebasing, master 100 levels of version control challenges and become a Git legend—one commit at a time.

Play Git Gud @ District Arcade on Oct 25

s.team/a/1490570

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SQUEAKROSS: Home Squeak Home @alblune.bsky.social · 23h

we're 3 reviews away from 600!

if we get there...we'll add 100 The Spirit and the Mouse themed puzzles in squeakross😏!!

store.steampowered.com/app/1679210/...

The Spirit and the Mouse on Steam

Bring kindness and light to the people of Sainte-et-Claire as Lila—a tiny mouse with a big heart! Explore a quaint French village, make electrifying new friends, and do good deeds for those in need in...

store.steampowered.com

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IGDA @igda.org · 1d

It's actually @igdafoundation.org - our sister org! But we love that they're getting this attention!!

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IGDA @igda.org · 2d

We’re excited to collaborate with Yale SOM Executive Education on an exclusive opportunity for the IGDA community.

Learn more about what makes this program unique and how it could help you achieve your professional goals. Learn more:
https://loom.ly/bW90FDA

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IGDA @igda.org · 3d

LinkedIn is more than just a job board—it’s the #1 platform for building connections in games and unlocking career opportunities. That’s why we’re inviting you to the LinkedIn Bootcamp (LIBC), a 3-day live workshop from 24 - 26 October.

Register now: https://loom.ly/UEY1I4k

Gaming Career Coaching: Groups & Video

Powerful group and video games career coaching for those looking to break into games, level up early in their career or get quick coaching on-the-go.

gamingcareers.gg

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René Otto @aceottorney.bsky.social · 3d

Proud to announce Deviant Legal’s Game Developer’s Guide to Publishing Agreements: a free resource for developers wanting to learn about publishing deals. Publicly accessible, without requiring to provide your data: deviantlegal.com/guide/game-d...

An image about the game developer's guide to publishing agreements feauturing otto the otter

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IGDA @igda.org · 3d

LinkedIn is more than just a job board—it’s the #1 platform for building connections in games and unlocking career opportunities. That’s why we’re inviting you to the LinkedIn Bootcamp (LIBC), a 3-day live workshop from 24 - 26 October.

Register now: https://loom.ly/UEY1I4k

Gaming Career Coaching: Groups & Video

Powerful group and video games career coaching for those looking to break into games, level up early in their career or get quick coaching on-the-go.

gamingcareers.gg

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The Séance of Blake Manor - Play our Demo 🔮 @blakemanorgame.bsky.social · 4d

We are delighted to announce that the Séance of Blake Manor demo is back. Thank you all for your patience and understanding.

Download now: store.steampowered.com/app/3547180/...

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IGDA @igda.org · 5d

Our friends at the Wisconsin Game Alliance have given us THREE tickets to MDEV next month! Enter by 9 October at 11:59pm PST for your chance to win!

➡️ Enter now: https://loom.ly/7d5jmuc

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IGDA @igda.org · 8d

Alright, what's everyone picking up during the Steam Autumn Sale?

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Lya Mgtt ✧ Indie Game Dev @lyamgtt.bsky.social · 15d

Hey friends! It's #FollowFriday, and today I wanted to do a special shout-out to @irismisk.bsky.social, who just released her game Flowers and Favours, an adorable game where you run your own flower shop! She's amazing don't hesitate to follow her 🌸✨
#indiegames #gamedev #cozygames

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vaporwavestudios.bsky.social @vaporwavestudios.bsky.social · 14d

Happy #FollowFriday! Whether you're a fan of cozy games, strategy games, giant robots or mermaids we've got something for you!
#indiedev #gamedev

Screenshot of in game footage of our title "Aqua di Amor."

Menu footage in game from our title "Tyrant Tactics."

Character art from our title "Aqua di Amor."

In game screenshot from our title "Tyrant Tactics."

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IGDA @igda.org · 8d

CAN YOU PET THE DOG?!?!?!

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DuckGang @duckgang.bsky.social · 8d

Our new game is coming and we can't wait to show it to you. In your journey you will be accompanied by a dog🐶
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#Gaming #Gamer #Game #gamedev #PC #FollowFriday #ff #indiegame

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IGDA @igda.org · 8d

Alright, what's everyone picking up during the Steam Autumn Sale?

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KaijuStory @kaijustory.bsky.social · 9d

In a couple of weeks the Kaiju will finally be released. Play it with your friends or match up against a random, in a game of mind games!
Wishlist now on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/3697310/...
#wishlistwednesday #gaming #indiegame #gamedev #multiplayer #indiedev #strategygames

KaijuStory on Steam

In a game of great minds and Hide-and-seek, save the city or destroy it! Play as an agent of the Earth Defense Force or a Kaiju and try to defeat your opponent before they defeat you!

store.steampowered.com

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Dome Keeper @domekeeper.bsky.social · 8d

BIRTHDAY WEEK GIVEAWAY #5 🎉🥳
To enter today (Friday) answer this question:
Top 5 words that rhyme with drill GO! GO! GO!
Winner will receive a Deluxe Edition Steam Key, announced Monday at 2pm BST!

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IGDA @igda.org · 8d

Spill, Bill, Fill, Chill, Twill

IGDA @igda.org · 9d

Calling all #gamesUR experts! 📢
Submissions for our 2025 #gamesUR Online Speaker Series are open till Friday October 10th!

Submit your work and help shape the future of GUR by sharing your experiences and lessons with our global community.

Submit your talk: https://forms.gle/amFLuKWnzRUKmVPTA

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 10d

🌊 Bring your game to mobile with Port(ing) Quest ⛵

Get mentorship, workshops, & a global showcase reaching 100K+ players—all designed to help #gamedevs expand their audience.

Spots are limited → buff.ly/2tUDh4R

#indiedev #mobilegames @igda.org @getwigi.com

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Games by Stitch - Out Now: Elsewhere Electric ⚡️ @gamesbystitch.com · 11d

It is 2066: 36 years after a catastrophic geomagnetic storm disrupted the world’s power supply and caused world-wide chaos.

You are tasked to keep a solar mission on track, and secretly, to discover a saboteur. Will you trust the right people?

Wishlist Now: store.steampowered.com/app/4006340/...

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IGDA @igda.org · 15d

Are you an audio person looking to break into games? Or already a pro ready to give back? The IASIG Discord is where interactive audio people meet, chat, and collaborate.🤖

Discord Invite: https://discord.gg/wptzexJWwg
Follow IASIG: https://loom.ly/dOfmaLU

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IGDA @igda.org · 16d

The next #GAconf kicks off next week! GAconf is a professional conference for the games industry, founded to advance the field of accessibility in game development.

Learn more and register now: https://loom.ly/KZ4auaM

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IGDA @igda.org · 17d

South by Southwest Sydney (SXSW Sydney) is where ideas, industry and imagination collide. From October 13–19, join the best minds in tech, business and culture for seven days of inspiration, innovation and connection.

Learn more and register now: https://loom.ly/EexsrVM

SXSW Sydney - October 13-19 2025

South by Southwest Sydney, October 13-19 brings people together to inspire the unexpected. Dedicated to helping creative people achieve their goals, SXSW Sydney is for anyone with a desire for discovery. With over 1,000 sessions and events for over 300,000 attendees, we’re creating a platform for countless connections that drive forward new ideas across Asia Pacific and beyond. Prices increase 26/09.

www.sxswsydney.com