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Indie Videogame Developer. Open for job offerings. Where to find me: https://linktr.ee/lmg3864 Attrition: lmg3864.itch.io/attrition Aerostrike: store.steampowered.com/app/2303500/MF01_Aerostrike/ Potatostrike: https://lmg3864.itch.io/potatostrike

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · May 26

A new update for MF-01 Aerostrike has been released!

Version 2.1.0 reworks the Aiming controls for Gamepads.

Additionally, new aiming settings have been added to the Options menu, and there's two new free paintjobs!

Links in the replies.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev #patchnotes

The promotional image for MF-01 Aerostrike Update 2.1.0, Gamepad Aiming v2.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 2d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Adjusted a few weapons and upgrades to work correctly and feel more interesting to use.
2) Began adding a second batch of NPCs and ship types. This includes enemies armed with Missile Launchers and secondary weapons.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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Swan and Raven Studio @swanandravenstudio.com · 5d

Drumroll please...

HELLO//GOODBYE is a charity bundle containing 203 games for only $12. Every dollar goes directly to Virginia charities providing free legal aid to people facing injustice. Available now until November 5th.

itch.io/b/3276/hello...

HELLO//GOODBYE Charity Bundle for Legal Aid. available until November 5th, 6PM EST

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 6d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) All upgrade systems have been added. Collision and movement physics were also improved, allowing the use of curved terrain!
2) Equipment selection UI lists were added. They appear when switching weapons and ordnance.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 9d

Heyo everyone!

I wanted to let you know that MF-01 Aerostrike is currently on 25% sale during the #SteamAutumnSale!

You can find MF-01 Aerostrike on #Steam right here:
store.steampowered.com/app/2303500/...

The game also has a free Demo if you wish to try it out first.
#metroidvania #bullethell

The Steam Autumn Sale promotional poster for MF-01 Aerostrike.

The sale runs from September 29th until October 6th at 10 AM PT.

During the sale, MF-01 Aerostrike will be available at a 25% discount, from USD $5.99 down to USD $4.49.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 13d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) The code for Expansions has been added! They work differently from other unlockables, so I had to improvise.
2) Unique ship upgrades are being added next. These affect the player's ship, or multiple pieces of equipment.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

A WIP screenshot of Project MF-02.

It showcases multiple unlocks , upgrades, and expansion items around the player.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 16d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Finally figured out how to set up the code for tacking general updates. Next comes actually adding them to the game.
2) Finished setting up the base upgrade for ordnance. I had quite a bit of fun coming up with them.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 19d

Good news, #SAGE2025 is live!

As stated previously, Potatostrike is participating on this year's SAGExpo. Here are the links for anyone that wants to try it out:

Official SAGE 2025 Booth:
sonicfangameshq.com/forums/showc...

Itchio:
lmg3864.itch.io/potatostrike

#bullethell #shmup #indiegamedev

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Sonic Amateur Games Expo @sagexpo.org · 20d

SAGE 2025 HAS BEGUN! PLAY GAMES, RIDE THE AIR, AND DELVE INTO THE GEAR WITH US THIS WHOLE WEEK!

sagexpo.org/home

SAGE 2025

Sonic Amateur Games Expo

sagexpo.org

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 22d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Finished setting up the base upgrades for weapons. I might change a few later down the line, they feel a bit lacking.
2) Finished setting up the base upgrades for abilities. These ones I do feel more comfortable with.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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Sonic Amateur Games Expo @sagexpo.org · 23d

I hope you're also ready to ride the wind!

The SAGE 2025 Showcase Trailer drops soon! Keep an eye out!

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · 27d

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Finished setting up the base code for equipment upgrades. Now each upgrade must be added individually.
2) Ran into a few issues setting up the upgrade system. Some older parts of the UI code required modifications.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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Matthew - CurlyGoblin Dev @curlygoblin.bsky.social · 28d

I’m delighted to host the official #TurnBasedThursday this week! 🌞

Don’t venture alone fellow #GameDev / #IndieDev! Reply to this post and add the hashtag to share your turn-based games! ✨

Love turn-based games? Make sure to comment, like and retweet the cool games in this thread. 💬❤️🔁

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Sep 8

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) The code for unlockable items is now mostly set! The player can collect weapons, ordnance, and abilities.
2) Next up is setting up the code for upgrades and stat expansion items. Hopefully it won't be too difficult.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Sep 5

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Multiple equipment items have been added. Their logic was also modified to be a bit more versatile and convenient.
2) Work has begun on the code for unlockable items, as well as general game data that must be tracked.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

A WIP screenshot of Project MF-02.

It showcases multiple equipment items on the screen. Touching them will give the player new weapons, ordnance, and abilities.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Sep 3

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Pickups have been added! They come in multiple sizes, which give different amounts of their respective resources.
2) Equipment items are also being added. They unlock new weapons, ordnance, abilities, and upgrades.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

A WIP screenshot of Project MF-02, showcasing pickups and equipment items.

To the left, there's several shield pickups. They are blue and give the player shields when grabbed.

To the right, there's several ammo pickups. They look like static gray missiles, and give the player ordnance ammo when grabbed.

At the top there's a Weapon equipment item. Grabbing it will give the player a new weapon.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 29

Download the new update on itchio here:
lmg3864.itch.io/potatostrike

Patch Notes for Potatostrike version 0.7.2:
lmg3864.itch.io/potatostrike...

Instructions on how to update the game:
bsky.app/profile/lmg3...

LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Apr 14

To update Potatostrike, simply delete the old game files and replace them with the new ones.

Save files will not be affected.

To create a Desktop Shortcut:
1) Open the Potatostrike folder.
2) Left-click Potatostrike.exe.
3) Select "Send to".
4) Select "Desktop (create shortcut)".

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 29

A new update for Potatostrike has been released!

Version 0.7.2 includes primarily fixes and technical changes to the game in preparation of SAGE 2025.

Links in the replies.

I'll share the link to the game's booth once the event starts in September.

#bullethell #shmup #indiegamedev #patchnotes

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 27

Today's Potatostrike progress report:

1) Finished making the trailer for #SAGE2025! It showcases some of the newer Potatoes that have been added since last year.
2) All that's missing is finishing the SAGE version of the game and creating a brand new booth.

#bullethell #shmup #indiegamedev

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 20

Today's Potatostrike progress report:

1) Preparing the game for #SAGE2025. The splash video has already been added and is fully functional. Next up is creating a new video for the trailer.
2) Fixed a bug that seemingly unlocked Endless Mode incorrectly. Whoops!

#bullethell #shmup #indiegamedev

Cover art for Sonic Amateur Games Expo 2025.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 18

Today's Game Jam report:

1) The voting period for the DokiJam has begun! Come check out all the fun games people made in the past two weeks!
2) My team's entry, Doki's Coffee Quest, is also available to play! You can try it out here:
dazylude.itch.io/doki-coffee-...

#DokiJam #GameJam #indiegamedev

Doki's Coffee Quest by DazyLude, jshimmer, LMG3864 Games, HanaNoUmi

Roll down and up the hills with a small and cute tomato on the quest for more and more caffeinated drinks!

dazylude.itch.io

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Sonic Amateur Games Expo @sagexpo.org · Aug 8

We're less than a month away from the submission deadlines for your SAGE 2025 entry and your trailer! We're being a bit stricter about this deadline this year, so do make sure you're keeping track of time! The deadline is September 5th 2025, 11:59 PM UTC!

sonicfangameshq.com/forums/ams/s...

SAGE 2025 - Guidelines & Deadlines

SAGE is back! SAGE 2025 will run September 19th-26th 2025. SAGExpo is the yearly online games and fangames expo organized by SFGHQ. We welcome any creative endeavors, both from the community and othe...

sonicfangameshq.com

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 13

Today's Game Jam report:

1) I joined a game jam hosted by Dokibird, and have been working with a team on our entry. It's a silly physics-based game made on Godot.
2) I've been learning a lot about Godot, especially UI nodes. Here's one of the screens I worked on!

#DokiJam #GameJam #indiegamedev

A WIP screenshot of my team's entry into the Doki Jam.

It features the Game Over screen which I worked on. It offers the player the choices of trying again, buying some upgrades, or creating a new randomly generated map.

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 9

I actually tried to do something similar back in the day, I couldn't get it to work. Is this character growth? 🤔

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 8

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Adjusted the melee AI system. It will keep flying straight past their target, then turn around once it's far enough or hits a wall.
2) Their weapon was also modified to hit once every 8 frames instead of once per frame.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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LMG3864 Games @lmg3864games.bsky.social · Aug 5

Today's Aerostrike progress report:

1) Initial setup for "contact" weapons, which will deal damage when they collide with a target entity.
2) Additionally, work has begun on a melee AI system. It's a bit tricky to set up with the new pathfinding system.

#metroidvania #bullethell #indiegamedev

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