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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 16h

We’re thrilled to share that Hope in the City has hit 30,000 wishlists on Steam!
Your support is everything—and continues to motivate us through development.

Want an early taste? Join our Discord to play the Alpha Preview now!
👉 loom.ly/XxQZDM8

#HopeInTheCity #indiedev

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 1d

Experience Verse VR now on Meta meta.com/experiences/... and Steam store.steampowered.com/app/2958710/... .

Verse VR Deluxe on Meta Quest

Immerse yourself in vibrant VR landscapes filled with poetry, music, and art, crafted in collaboration with global cultural creators. Verse VR Deluxe transports you to serene settings: relax in a Chi...

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 1d

Thrilled to share that Verse VR is a finalist for XR Film & Experience of the Year at the 2025 XR Awards!

Huge thanks to our collaborators Batuki Music Society and supporters Ontario Creates and CMF for being part of this journey.
#XRAwards25 @vrawards

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 2d

When 17-year-old Hope Song returns home, her parents are gone.
Uncover the truth hidden beneath the surface in Hope in the City — wishlist now:
🎨 https://loom.ly/PkrJTms

loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 3d

The Chairman knows Streak wants nothing more than revenge, and Streak is too blinded to see The Chairman's motives..

#skyoftides #indiegames

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 5d

Step into a world of art, music, and beauty. 🎨
From a tranquil Chinese garden to a lively West African village — discover peace and wonder in Verse VR.
👉 https://loom.ly/cuzE0v8

loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 28d

🎉 We’re excited to share that two of our games are in the DevGAMM Awards Community Vote!

We’d love your support—cast your vote here: https://loom.ly/yu_zgpI

🗓️Until October 5

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · 29d

We’re thrilled that all our games are featured in the Game Devs of Color Expo! 🌟

🎮 Verse VR – 20% OFF
🎮 Shuyan Saga – 45% OFF

Celebrate diversity in gaming and support incredible creators! Check out our games here: https://loom.ly/2dAuFNw

Game Devs of Color Expo

Game Devs of Color Expo celebrates excellent games by inspiring creators. Including playable demos, game discounts, and upcoming projects. Check out games from the GDoCExpo Direct!

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Sep 4

Join our Discord server today and stay up to date with the newest developments on our games and exclusive content!
https://discord.gg/sugVmb9dSS

Join the Lofty Sky Games Discord Server!

Check out the Lofty Sky Games community on Discord - hang out with 147 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Sep 3

Great time in Seattle with some cool devs and games at The Mix at PaxWest last week!

#PaxWest #Pax #TheMix

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Sep 3

Sweet to be included with some :fire: upcoming games from Canada. Thanks, Brad and Mobile Syrup for highlighting Hope in the City (and for reminding people that Sky of Tides is on its way soon, too)!!
https://loom.ly/S1YtU_k

Brad Shankar 🔜 TIFF (@bradshankar) on X

It was genuinely inspiring seeing so many Canadian devs showing off their wonderful work on the world stage at Gamescom. 🇨🇦🎮 I wrote about a bunch that were featured at the show, including a few I got to go hands-on with. Full feature on @MobileSyrup: https://t.co/x2IiErzaPZ

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 28

✨Exciting news!✨
Hope in the City will be at The MIX Fall Showcase in Seattle! 🎉

📍 Block 41, 115 Bell St, Seattle
🗓 Friday, Aug 29 | 7–11pm

Come play and experience the mystery firsthand—we can’t wait to see you there! 🕵️‍♀️💜

#TheMIX #IndieGames #HopeInTheCity

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 25

Now that you’ve seen the Hope in the City gameplay reveal… what do you think? 👀
If it caught your eye, don’t forget to wishlist the game on Steam !
🛒 store.steampowered.com/app/3610790/...
#HopeInTheCity #Gamescom2025 #IndieGame

Hope in the City on Steam

17-year-old Hope Song returns home from school to find her parents missing. Use Hope’s observant eye as an artist to investigate, piece together clues, and uncover a dark world beneath the surface of ...

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 21

It’s here! 🎉
Watch the official gameplay reveal for Hope in the City, just premiered at the Future Games Show.
Get ready to step into the mystery - wishlist today loom.ly/PkrJTms
#HopeInTheCity #FGS #Gamescom2025

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Hope in the City | Official Gameplay Trailer

YouTube video by Lofty Sky Games

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 19

Appreciate it! Lots of amazing people there and we're excited to see them all.

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 19

Tomorrow, it all begins.
Don’t miss the gameplay reveal for Hope in the City at the Future Games Show.
Get ready to watch here: https://loom.ly/kNOx-e4
#HopeInTheCity #FGS #Gamescom2025

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 18

We’re in Cologne this week for Gamescom!!
Look for us if you’re there and say hello! Drop by the Sky of Tides booth at Indie Arena to check out the latest (coming soon! 😉)
#Gamescom #gamescom2025

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 18

2 DAYS TO GO
It’s nearly time.
Watch the Hope in the City gameplay reveal August 20 at #FGS.
Set up your notification to watch here: https://loom.ly/kNOx-e4
#HopeInTheCity #Gamescom2025

Future Games Show at gamescom 2025

The Future Games Show at gamescom starts at 11am PDT / 2pm EDT / 7pm BST / 8pm CEST / 2am CST* on Wednesday, August 20. The digital showcase will be broadcas...

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 17

Get ready for your first gameplay reveal at Hope in the City.
Gameplay trailer drops August 20 at the Future Games Show.
Watch here: https://loom.ly/kNOx-e4
#HopeInTheCity #FGS #Gamescom2025

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 16

4 DAYS TO GO
The first look at Hope in the City gameplay is almost here.
Catch the exclusive reveal at the Future Games Show, August 20.
#HopeInTheCity #Gamescom2025

loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 15

In just 5 days, Hope in the City reveals something brand new.
Catch the gameplay reveal at the Future Games Show, August 20.
Watch here: https://loom.ly/kNOx-e4
#HopeInTheCity #FGS #Gamescom2025
https://loom.ly/kNOx-e4

loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 11

Step into Verse VR: 8 immersive worlds of poetry, music & art from around the globe.
Available now on Meta Quest, PC VR & Steam.
versevr.app
#VerseVR #VirtualReality #PoetryInVRwhatwha

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Aug 5

We’re beyond grateful to share that Sky of Tides has now reached 21,000 wishlists on Steam!
From all of us on the team, thank you. Your support, enthusiasm, and encouragement mean the world to us.

loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Jul 28

🌍 Step into the world of Verse VR — now available on Meta Quest, PC VR, and Steam!
Travel through eight immersive environments inspired by cultures across the globe.
Announced during the #UploadVR Showcase — and ready for you to explore 🎧✨
#VerseVR #VirtualReality #PoetryInVR

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loftyskygames.bsky.social @loftyskygames.bsky.social · Jul 14

Lofty Sky launches Verse VR, a traditional art experience gamesbeat.com/lofty-sky-la...

Lofty Sky launches Verse VR, a traditional art experience

Lofty Sky Entertainment announced the launch of Verse VR, where players can experience poetry, music and traditional art in relaxing scenes.

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