David Amador
@djlink.bsky.social
Indie game developer (like that movie) running Upfall Studios. Maker of Quest of Dungeons, Vizati and other weird games.
https://www.david-amador.com
https://www.upfallstudios.com
📍Portugal
https://www.david-amador.com
https://www.upfallstudios.com
📍Portugal
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David Amador
@djlink.bsky.social
· Sep 1
Hi new followers, guess it's time for a new intro post. I’m David, been working as indiedev ~15 years, made a few games, I like coding my own frameworks in SDL/C++. More "recently" I've been doing contract work using Unity/GM2 etc for consoles, so been vverry slowly working on my own new game.
Because most people can’t tell the difference and there’s not enough content; streaming platforms (Netflix etc) content have much lower bitrate than a Bluray. Most Games on consoles can barely hold 4k at 30fps and even that needs upscaling sometimes.
January 31, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Because most people can’t tell the difference and there’s not enough content; streaming platforms (Netflix etc) content have much lower bitrate than a Bluray. Most Games on consoles can barely hold 4k at 30fps and even that needs upscaling sometimes.
I actually went back to test it on 3DS devKit were I had to ditch thumbs all together (for save constraints as well though). Speaking of which, the 3DS version is still my personal favorite. Dual screen!!!
January 31, 2026 at 3:44 PM
I actually went back to test it on 3DS devKit were I had to ditch thumbs all together (for save constraints as well though). Speaking of which, the 3DS version is still my personal favorite. Dual screen!!!
Randomly while working on something else, it occurred to me why QoD save thumbnails could get corrupted, one of the bugs that have been there for the longest time. I need to eventually push a new build with this and some tweaks in the next few weeks or months (depending on time).
January 31, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Randomly while working on something else, it occurred to me why QoD save thumbnails could get corrupted, one of the bugs that have been there for the longest time. I need to eventually push a new build with this and some tweaks in the next few weeks or months (depending on time).
if you use Rider it's possible you have a big file named java_error_in_rider.hprof file in the root of your home folder. with prices high every GB counts.
January 31, 2026 at 3:21 PM
if you use Rider it's possible you have a big file named java_error_in_rider.hprof file in the root of your home folder. with prices high every GB counts.
Resuming my Resident Evil 4 Remake play-through after stopping due to breaking knives, and its growing on me actually, which I’m surprised since I hated that in BotW until the end of the game. Also playing this now reminds me how incredible RE4 on GC was back in the day.
January 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Resuming my Resident Evil 4 Remake play-through after stopping due to breaking knives, and its growing on me actually, which I’m surprised since I hated that in BotW until the end of the game. Also playing this now reminds me how incredible RE4 on GC was back in the day.
Reminder that when a new Godot versions shows up, it's always useful not only to read about new features, but also migration guide for breaking/subtle changes that might save you time spent on issues later.
Upgrading from Godot 4.5 to Godot 4.6 — Godot Engine (4.6) documentation in English
For most games and apps made with 4.5 it should be relatively safe to migrate to 4.6. This page intends to cover everything you need to pay attention to when migrating your project. Breaking change...
docs.godotengine.org
January 31, 2026 at 9:09 AM
Reminder that when a new Godot versions shows up, it's always useful not only to read about new features, but also migration guide for breaking/subtle changes that might save you time spent on issues later.
Math can be tricky sometimes.
100 HP + 10% = 110 HP
But 110 - 10% = 99, below 100
Had to explain to someone a bug on their RPG math where un-equiping items with % applied to total value could get their attack/HP below original value. Using Base value for the calculations is better.
100 HP + 10% = 110 HP
But 110 - 10% = 99, below 100
Had to explain to someone a bug on their RPG math where un-equiping items with % applied to total value could get their attack/HP below original value. Using Base value for the calculations is better.
January 30, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Math can be tricky sometimes.
100 HP + 10% = 110 HP
But 110 - 10% = 99, below 100
Had to explain to someone a bug on their RPG math where un-equiping items with % applied to total value could get their attack/HP below original value. Using Base value for the calculations is better.
100 HP + 10% = 110 HP
But 110 - 10% = 99, below 100
Had to explain to someone a bug on their RPG math where un-equiping items with % applied to total value could get their attack/HP below original value. Using Base value for the calculations is better.
Reposted by David Amador
recorded a Windows 95 full disk defrag to soothe your timeline.
January 29, 2026 at 9:48 AM
recorded a Windows 95 full disk defrag to soothe your timeline.
recorded a Windows 95 full disk defrag to soothe your timeline.
January 29, 2026 at 9:48 AM
recorded a Windows 95 full disk defrag to soothe your timeline.
wtf it's like the 3rd-4th one in less than a week, the weather is bananas.
January 27, 2026 at 7:57 PM
wtf it's like the 3rd-4th one in less than a week, the weather is bananas.
Good news overall and I guess especially for Switch 2, this means the quality/performance for Part 2 and 3 will likely be on par with Part 1 which runs and looks really good.
January 27, 2026 at 8:36 AM
Good news overall and I guess especially for Switch 2, this means the quality/performance for Part 2 and 3 will likely be on par with Part 1 which runs and looks really good.
Reposted by David Amador
#Godot 4.6 is out, and all about your flow!
This release puts you and your workflow first with a new theme, flexible docks, and dozens of UX improvements. And Jolt Physics by default, revamped IK, better reflections, and more.
Less wrestling with UI. More making games.
godotengine.org/releases/4.6
This release puts you and your workflow first with a new theme, flexible docks, and dozens of UX improvements. And Jolt Physics by default, revamped IK, better reflections, and more.
Less wrestling with UI. More making games.
godotengine.org/releases/4.6
Godot 4.6 Release: It's all about your flow
With the stability gained over the past five releases, it's time for polish and quality of life improvements for everyday development.
godotengine.org
January 26, 2026 at 5:43 PM
#Godot 4.6 is out, and all about your flow!
This release puts you and your workflow first with a new theme, flexible docks, and dozens of UX improvements. And Jolt Physics by default, revamped IK, better reflections, and more.
Less wrestling with UI. More making games.
godotengine.org/releases/4.6
This release puts you and your workflow first with a new theme, flexible docks, and dozens of UX improvements. And Jolt Physics by default, revamped IK, better reflections, and more.
Less wrestling with UI. More making games.
godotengine.org/releases/4.6
somehow I completely missed until now that boombox TVs existed and were a thing. Some had movie DVD players in them.
January 26, 2026 at 7:18 PM
somehow I completely missed until now that boombox TVs existed and were a thing. Some had movie DVD players in them.
Reposted by David Amador
there’s not a single person working in tech rn that hasn’t considered “what if I go live in a forest? What would be the logistics on that.”
November 28, 2025 at 8:20 PM
there’s not a single person working in tech rn that hasn’t considered “what if I go live in a forest? What would be the logistics on that.”
Number of games per PlayStation console according to MobyGames
PlayStation 1: 3142
PlayStation 2: 3477
PlayStation 3: 5154
PlayStation 4: 11924
PlayStation 5: 4188
PlayStation 1: 3142
PlayStation 2: 3477
PlayStation 3: 5154
PlayStation 4: 11924
PlayStation 5: 4188
January 24, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Number of games per PlayStation console according to MobyGames
PlayStation 1: 3142
PlayStation 2: 3477
PlayStation 3: 5154
PlayStation 4: 11924
PlayStation 5: 4188
PlayStation 1: 3142
PlayStation 2: 3477
PlayStation 3: 5154
PlayStation 4: 11924
PlayStation 5: 4188
oh well, out of power again, I still have battery on laptop though, super windy and rainy outside, maybe the best time to start writing another short story, I do got wine so that helps as well.
January 23, 2026 at 7:46 PM
oh well, out of power again, I still have battery on laptop though, super windy and rainy outside, maybe the best time to start writing another short story, I do got wine so that helps as well.
today is *kinda* Windy.
January 23, 2026 at 6:47 PM
today is *kinda* Windy.
Considering the increasing costs of parts maybe we should go back to CPU-software render, making games fit on 1-2 650MB CD-ROM and run on 2GB of RAM. Probably good enough for a ton of games.
January 23, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Considering the increasing costs of parts maybe we should go back to CPU-software render, making games fit on 1-2 650MB CD-ROM and run on 2GB of RAM. Probably good enough for a ton of games.
I have slightly higher expectations for this new Resident Evil (2026) movie because it's being direct by Weapons (2025) director Zach Cregger. He had some amazing camera work on that movie so at the very least I'm expecting good atmosphere regardless of story.
January 23, 2026 at 8:50 AM
I have slightly higher expectations for this new Resident Evil (2026) movie because it's being direct by Weapons (2025) director Zach Cregger. He had some amazing camera work on that movie so at the very least I'm expecting good atmosphere regardless of story.
imo Click (2006) is now Severance canon as I just realized Christopher Walken played a similar character in both.
January 22, 2026 at 8:34 PM
imo Click (2006) is now Severance canon as I just realized Christopher Walken played a similar character in both.
Like I said before the FF7 Remake demo is really impressive on Switch 2. This sets a new bar for my expectations regarding ports for the handheld.
Make no mistake either, this is not the PS4 version of the Final Fantasy VII Remake, this is a port of the PS5 release through and through, though locked to 30fps of course.
(image courtesy of @digitalfoundry.bsky.social)
(image courtesy of @digitalfoundry.bsky.social)
January 22, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Like I said before the FF7 Remake demo is really impressive on Switch 2. This sets a new bar for my expectations regarding ports for the handheld.
For anyone interested, the Xbox Developer Direct is live at the moment
[4K] Developer_Direct 2026
Audio Descriptions: https://youtube.com/live/AZZFG1WcJGA
ASL: https://youtube.com/live/4BuRJESQZ9o
Developer_Direct returns Thursday, January 22 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT, and will kick off 2026 with a look at some of the incredible games in store for players.
The show will include exclusive
www.youtube.com
January 22, 2026 at 6:07 PM
For anyone interested, the Xbox Developer Direct is live at the moment
This is even funnier because I’m now imagining this was born out of a bug on a recursive function
thinking about the funniest joke ever put into a video game again
January 22, 2026 at 1:54 PM
This is even funnier because I’m now imagining this was born out of a bug on a recursive function