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Inverge Studios @invergestudios.bsky.social · 22d

Step into Peregrino, a dark world being forged from shadows. Explore hand-crafted 19th-century gothic environments inspired by religious folklore 🕯️ and face relentless horrors lurking in every corner.

🖤 Witness a world born of fear: s.team/a/3268150/

#followfriday #indiedev #gamedev

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Inverge Studios @invergestudios.bsky.social · Sep 8

Every decision matters… Resources are rare, your bag is small, and the forest won’t forgive mistakes.

🔨 Craft
⚔️ Survive
💀 Escape or die...

🖤 Wishlist now: s.team/a/3268150

#indiegame #gamedev #steam

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D-Pad Studio @dpad.studio · Aug 25

Time to start the week.
#vikingsontrampolines

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Aug 24

Looking for your next pitching chance?
🎮 #PLAYCON Malta | Oct 8–12
Pitch to #publishers & #investors + B2C showcase.

Apply today 👉 forms.gle/REMJKCtQNPcV...
More info: summit.playcon.eu/indie-initia...

#indiedev #gaming #GameDevCommunity #PitchYourGame #gamedev #indiegames #GameDevPitch

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Aug 6

Played an early build of #Peregrino - a grim, atmospheric mix of survival management and handcrafted horror. Fans of #DREDGE, The Banner Saga, or Darkest Dungeon will feel right at home.

#wishlistwednesday #indiedev #gamedev #indiegame

Inverge Studios @invergestudios.bsky.social · Aug 6

Survive the cursed forest by day - hunt, scavenge, endure.
Defend your people by night - lead, heal, and hold back the darkness.

Peregrino is a survival journey through faith, fear, and the edge of despair.

🛒 Add it to your wishlist: bit.ly/PeregrinoGame

#indiedev #gamedev #indiegame

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jul 20

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ALT: a picture of yoda with amazed i am written in white

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jul 19

Using #screenshotsaturday for reach 😅

With #Gamescom Cologne coming up and everyone refining their #pitchdecks, don’t miss the #pitchingcompetition hosted by @agpadvisory.bsky.social at #GamescomAsia this October.

Apply & see you in 🇹🇭 Bangkok! 👉 shorturl.at/mYiel

#indiedev #indiegame #gamedev

This October in Bangkok, we’re helping spotlight the next wave of standout indie titles - and you might just steal the show.
This is more than a hashtag#pitch - it’s your shot at:

✅ Winning cash prizes 💸
✅ Showcasing your game live in front of a full house
✅ Pitching directly to 30+ top hashtag#publishers and hashtag#investors attending the event.

📅 October 17, 2025
📍 Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok
🎮 Apply now 👉 https://lnkd.in/d8nXaUiw

Agora Gaming Partners is proud to be curating the hashtag#showcase once again - and if you’ve got the game, we’ll help make sure the right people see it.

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jul 18

📚 Found a great Notion list: 120+ beginner-friendly videos covering key dev tools - perfect for aspiring game devs.

Includes:
🎲 GAME GENRES
📄 DOCUMENTATION
❓HOW TO
🧠 PSYCHOLOGY OF #GAMEDESIGN

and more

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#IndieGames #GameDev #Devlog #IndieDevSupport #IndieDevHour #IndieGameMarketing

100+ GAMEDEV VIDEO TUTORIALS | Notion

Curated by: Anton Slashcev

artistic-potassium-c0d.notion.site

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Inverge Studios @invergestudios.bsky.social · Jul 12

This concept we shared yesterday marks the beginning of our new adventure, almost a year ago. We're so happy to finally be able to show you much more about it very, very soon! ☺️

#screenshotsaturday #indiedev #gamedev

Illustration of a forest path in autumn, bathed in warm golden light. Tall trees with yellow and red leaves line the trail. A small figure with a conical hat and backpack walks alone, evoking a dark survival adventure. Birds fly overhead, and the background fades into shadowy woods.

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jul 15

Haven’t shared in a while, but this one’s a gem: indiegamepublishing.com

A detailed report breaking down 100+ real #publishingdeals - splits, advances, #milestones, and key terms every dev should know.

#gamedev #indiegames #gamebusiness #pitching #publishing #indiedev

2025 Publishing Agreement Market Report

2025 Video Game Publishing Agreement Market Report - A Survey of over 100 agreements and key deal points to understand current video game publishing landscape.

indiegamepublishing.com

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jul 15

Not sure if anyone in my BlueSky network is heading to #BitSummit 🎮🇯🇵, but if you are and have something cool in the works, say hi to Lili 👋.

Not attending? Send it over to [email protected] 📩

#indiegames #gamedevjp #日本インディーゲーム #BitSummit2025 #indiedev #ゲーム開発 #ゲーム制作 #bskyGames

Agora Gaming Partners @agpadvisory.bsky.social · Jul 15

Excited to be heading to #BitSummit in Kyoto!
Our very own Lili Zhang will be on the ground, meeting local #devs and exploring Japan’s incredible indie ecosystem

If you’re looking to expand into Asia - publishing, consulting, or just connecting – feel free to reach out ✉️
#indiegames #gamedev

Agora Gaming Partners will be at BitSummit 2025 (📍Kyoto, July 18–20) – Japan’s top indie game event showcasing the best of Asian and global talent.

🚀 Exploring publishing and distribution opportunities in Asia?
Looking for local market insights or partners in Japan, Korea, or SEA?

Our team, including Lili Zhand, will be on-site to connect with studios, publishers, and platform holders across the region.

📩 Reach out if you’re seeking support with:

Asian game distribution
Go-to-market strategy
Publishing partnerships

Let’s meet in Kyoto!

#BitSummit #gamedevelopment #asiadistribution #gamemarketing #japan #indiegames #asiapublishing #gamesindustry #AGP #Kyoto #bizdev

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jun 27

Happy Birthday, #DavetheDiver! Big thanks to #NEXON and #MINTROCKET for bringing this gem to life.

#IndieGames #GameDev #PixelArt #UnderwaterAdventure #HappyBirthdayDave #MINTROCKET

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jun 26

Rage-fueled #Samurai #Apes. #Blood. #Rage. #Noir vibes. All boxes checked ✅

Give it a shot 🩸🗡️

store.steampowered.com/app/3382290/...

#gamedev #indiegame #indiegames #indiegamedev #indiedev #cursedblood

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jun 10

Heyo! We’re always looking for speakers & mentors for game dev events around the globe.
Wanna share your wisdom? Drop your name here: forms.gle/vuUzHhPHTqzi...
Boosts appreciated 🦖

#gamedev #indiedev #gamedesign #gamedevelopment #speaking #mentorship #indiegame #gamedev #indiedev #gamedevjobs

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jun 5

A standout title - both promising and genuinely enjoyable to play :)

Agora Gaming Partners @agpadvisory.bsky.social · Jun 5

🚨 We’re backing CARAVAN (working title) by Inverge Studios – a narrative, isometric survival game.

💥 Big choices
♻️ Replayable runs
🎮 Grim 19th-century setting

Excited to support the team. Publishers/investors – DM us.
#IndieGame #GameDev #SurvivalGame #NarrativeGames #Isometric #IndieDev

We’re pleased to share that Agora Gaming Partners is supporting CARAVAN (working title) with its go-to-market strategy. 🎯

Caravan is a single-player, isometric survival game set in a dark, XIX-century world 🕯️ where every decision can mean the difference between life and death. It challenges players not only to survive but to lead, managing limited resources, navigating psychological tension among companions, and making morally complex choices that shape the journey. 🧭

What drew us in wasn’t just the game’s mechanics or art direction, though both are excellent - it was the sense of responsibility it places on the player. The weight of each choice. The trust you have to earn. The people you might lose. It’s rare to see a game where the systems and story reinforce each other this effectively. 🤝

We believe Caravan has all the hallmarks of a breakout indie success:

🔥 A strong genre-market fit with growing appetite for narrative survival experiences

♻️ A deeply replayable structure, full of emergent moments and impactful choices

🚀 A passionate, experienced team with a clear creative direction and production plan

We’re now working closely with Inverge Studios S.L. to help connect them with #publishing and financing partners who can support the next phase of development and help bring this vision to players around the world.

If this sounds like a journey worth joining, we’d love to hear from you - feel free to DM or drop us a line.

We’re excited to welcome Inverge Studio to our growing network of partners. 🤝

#GameDev #IndieGames #GamingIndustry #SurvivalGames #Publishing #GameInvestment #AGP #GoToMarket #PitchReady #indiegame #gamedev

Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · May 13

Excited to be at 🎮 #DigitalDragons !

I'll be in Kraków Sat evening - Tue noon and have a few slots open.
#Studios, #publishers, #investors, gov reps - ping me if you want to meet! Or send projects to 📩 [email protected]

#gamedev #indiegames #digitaldragons #polishgamedev

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 21

I forgot to mention - make sure to follow @indiegamebusiness.bsky.social so you don’t miss any sessions. Trust me, this content is absolute gold!

#indiedev #indiegame #pitchdeck #gamedev #indiedev #gamedevtips #publishers #gamedevelopment

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 21

If you're working on your project pitch deck, looking to refine it, or simply want to learn the best practices, be sure to catch the Live #PitchDeck Review with industry veterans @jaypowell.bsky.social and Omar Khalil.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=x91J...

The stream goes live at 10 PM CET

#indiedev

Live Pitch Deck Reviews

YouTube video by IndieGameBusiness®

www.youtube.com

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 21

I have to admit, #gamescomasia holds a special place in my heart - it was the very first industry #event I attended a few years ago. It might seem unusual for someone based in the EU to choose Singapore for their first #gamedev event, but that's how it all began for me.

#agoragamingpartners

Agora Gaming Partners @agpadvisory.bsky.social · Jan 21

Back in October 2024, Agora Gaming Partners had the privilege of partnering with #Koelnmesse to support #gamescomasia. It was an unforgettable experience, and with the release of the official after movie 🎥, we’re thrilled to relive those amazing moments!

#GameDev #gamescomasia #IndieGame #IndieDev

gamescom asia 2024 Event Highlights

YouTube video by gamescom asia

www.youtube.com

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 16

What B2B industry news sources do you follow? If you had to pick just one, the most comprehensive, what would it be?

#GamingNews #GamersUnite #IndieGameLovers

Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 16

#GameDiscoverCo: Another outstanding newsletter. While it offers plenty of other great features (like research and analytics), I’ll save a deep dive for another time.

plus.gamediscover.co

#\#GameResearch #GameStudies #GamesUserResearch #GUR #GameEconomics

plus.gamediscover.co

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 16

VG Insights: Perfect for market research, competitor benchmarking, and keeping track of industry trends

vginsights.com

#VGInsights #PCGaming #GameTools #GameFunding #GameBusiness

Video Game Insights – Games industry data and analysis

VG Insights is for developers, publishers and anyone interested in video game market research. Providing 50+ datapoints per game for over 50,000 games!

vginsights.com

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 16

#KONVOY www.konvoy.vc (Newsletter/Reports): A fantastic resource for industry trends, reports, and insights. I highly recommend signing up for their newsletter - absolutely 10/10!

#Investors #Newsletter #BusinessOfGames

www.konvoy.vc

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 16

Been busy with big projects at @agpadvisory.bsky.social and personal stuff, so sorry for the quiet spell. Today, sharing some great sources for industry news:

- #KONVOY
- VG Insights
- @gamediscoverco.bsky.social

#GameDev #publishers #investors #newsletter
#IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGameDevJourney

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Mateusz Osiński @krakukas.bsky.social · Jan 11

If you haven’t planned your 2025 event calendar yet, make sure to follow @gameconf.bsky.social

10/10

#IndieDev #IndieGame #GameMaker

Pavol Buday @spacejunker.bsky.social · Jan 10

Welcome to the new Game Conference Guide (@gameconf.bsky.social)!

✨New & straightforward design
🧹Less clutter on the main page
🗓️Events / Deadlines / Showcases in tabs instead of pages
🏎️Faster & secure hosting

Enjoy!

If you find a mistake, please let me know.

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