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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · 28d

I'm awful at the souls-like games and I wish I liked them but there is a major skill issue that is insufferable. Same with fighting games, I can't think clearly and my feral button-masher comes forth. 🥲

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Sep 1

I've never been a huge tabletop games person, I will play but never seek them out - so imagine my surprise when I go to one PAX and start making my own design for a game called "Dogs with jobs" and it's all I can think about it.

What's that? That's the ADHD? Oh.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Sep 1

Goldfinch Tavern, Seattle.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 31

This is what I imagine happening every time I use a chairlift. Nbd.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 31

Since Mirage there have been pretty big updates. A new home base called the hideout, 10 new characters, entire map and shop has been overhauled. Some light game mechanic changes (but those are less noticeable)

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 31

It's at 47k right now, 58k 24hr peak - so it's doing pretty well right now, totally expect that to die down again before they enter an open beta

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 31

They have done such a slick job. The map's huge changes have been a blast to watch as an indie dev that loves game art. The way they released the hideout and the new characters was well done, and the item shop overhaul and theming is great

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 30

PAX West impressions:
- I am having fun
- I'm usually slightly intimidated by people in military gear in the real world (crazy? Dangerous?) but absolutely not here.
- Stereotypical gamer smell is real
- I love game art
- I love asking the indie devs about their work
-I am actually in love with Mario

Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 30

Hello, here are my credentials: I also have a mustache. Thank you for your time.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 28

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Aug 27

If you're looking to become an environment artist, the Beyond Extent community is amazing! Getting professional tips, tricks, and personalized critiques on your work (and how to present it) is an invaluable resource for learning and advancing quickly.

Beyond Extent @beyondextent.bsky.social · Aug 27

Join Timothy Dries tonight at 21:00 UTC for our weekly environment art feedback session!

Dive into the amazing work from our community, learn together with the community, and enjoy some creative fun along the way. Don't miss out!

https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondExtent

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CurdleGames || GET ACUVAC ON STEAM! @curdlegames.bsky.social · Aug 26

ACUVAC is 20% off till Sept 3rd ✨

We've just about wrapping up the first week of launch, and now we're pushing for ⭐️50 Reviews⭐️by the end of the month!

Even short reviews go a long way! #gamedev #indiegame

If we reach our goal, we'll drop a free asset pack to the community!

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Andy Kelly @ultrabrilliant.xyz · Aug 15

‪This California Games 2 game over screen goes extremely hard.

A skater's grave. The headstone is a skateboard with LIVE TO RIDE printed on it.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Jul 8

@robotsmakegames.bsky.social here, have a void cat + platformer + card based roguelike as a treat. And they stream too!

Tempura Cat @tempuracatgames.bsky.social · Jun 20

Dante's 9 is a roguelite action-platformer fused with a deckbuilder, where you use powerful cards to augment your combat abilities. Can you reach the 9th circle before its too late?

Wishlist on Steam now!
s.team/a/3293350

#gamedev #indiegame #GodotEngine #indiedev

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Jul 8

Got the results hooked up to the CRT material. Slot: done. Inventory: done. Ready to realize these ghosties.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Jul 5

This was absolutely the inspiration

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Jul 5

I'm pausing on the typing game to build out a smaller scoped project - a fun twist on tower defense where you run a temp agency for ghosts ... I'll fill you in more soon.

Got a "slot machine", inventory and name generator rocking over the past few days!

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Walaber @walaber.com · May 10

PSA the demo for Replicube is still available, it’s just not a giant button on the Steam page, it’s a little tasteful button on the right:

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Walaber @walaber.com · Apr 1

Replicating a duck in “Replicube”

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Mar 29

Moving this project from Godot to UE. I am not a strong programmer and I got to a point where the web of scripts was too much. I've used blueprints for years so this is way more comfortable.

I've started finishing pieces of the environment, and have the keyboard manager set up so far!

Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Mar 29

Whoa. I'm kinda nervous but I think this change is gonna be great for everyone. Just don't forget, you can still wear full-rims when you don't want to stunt on these fools.

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Mar 29

*spicy hug*

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Mar 28

Update: I started working on a portal that looks like a butthole and it's a bit too much. I've got a new plan but please remember this moment and the sacrifices I make for you.

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Andrew 🌲 Alpine Lake @mossygrovegames.bsky.social · Feb 18

NEW TRAILER ALERT!

Alpine Lake has gotten so much new content and improved visuals that it was begging for a fresh updated trailer.

Please help me get the word out and consider sharing and wishlisting! I can use all the help I can get.

#indiegame #cozygame

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Greg (2ndFavorite) @greglaux.bsky.social · Mar 28

O.m.g.

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