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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 1d

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️1/2 stars for Brianna's Bloody Hammer

"An oft violent, fast-paced revenge tale that won’t be for everyone, but if you can stomach the graphic content, you’ll find a surprisingly heartfelt story with memorable characters and a satisfying ending."
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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 4d

Version 1.5.0 of Sanctuary in Time is now available in early-access for patrons! Check out the full changelog in this public post. 🚀👍 #textbased #adult #games #nsfw #rpg #scifi

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DISSIMILAR - Opal Grave Games @opalgravegames.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you for hosting this #turnbasedthursday !
Today here's a sneak peek into how Auguste, your first allied unit, will be able to progress.

Wishlist and check out our demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2904360/...

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BlindCoco Studios @blindcoco.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday !

We recently dropped Patch 2.0 for Gales of Nayeli as a free update, nearly doubling the unique conversation count between units and adding a massive post-game campaign

You can check out the game here!
store.steampowered.com/app/1878490/...

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Vagrus by Lost Pilgrims Studios @lostpilgrims.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday 🖤

#Vagrus is our story-rich #turnbased strategy #RPG w/ 💯+ hrs of content based on decades-long #dnd campaigns.

Read the @indiegamepicks.bsky.social interview about our new expansion and enter their GIVEAWAY to win keys:

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Indie Game Picks @indiegamepicks.bsky.social · 5d

Today we have an #interview about Vagrus' upcoming expansion plus a #giveaway of three keys (1 expansion and 2 skin DLC)!

To participate:
1) Follow us and @lostpilgrims.bsky.social
2) Share
3) Comment below

#indiegame #indiedev #indiegames #indiegamedev

Vagrus – The Riven Realms: At the Heart of Ruin – Interview + Giveaway

I fell in love with Vagrus when it first came out in 2021, so I’m really happy to see it was successful enough to get two big expansions that added more regions to the game. Not being able to…

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Oxymoron Games @oxymorongames.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks to @forgeofthefae.bsky.social for hosting this #TurnBasedThursday!

We're happy to share Heroes of Science & Fiction with you. Core mechanics inspired by Heroes 3, expanded heavily in unique sci-fi universe.

Wishlist/play on Steam, thanks!^-^
store.steampowered.com/app/2147380/...

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Quasimorph, 0.9.7 in OBT! @quasimorph.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday, @forgeofthefae.bsky.social!

Quasimorph is a #turnbased extraction #roguelike. Unforgiving combat, your own spacecraft, and mysterious dark threat to all life.

We've updated our AI and taught it some new tricks!

Quasimorph, 0.9.7 in OBT! @quasimorph.bsky.social · 9d

We've released the new Beta 0.9.7 last week.
It included the new AI. Now enemies may panic and even surrender and drop their weapons!
#ScreenshotSaturday #roguelike #turnbased #gamedev

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Ularis Badler @ubadler.bsky.social · 4d

Hello @forgeofthefae.bsky.social! Thanks for hosting this week's #TurnBasedThursday.

Still working on Archrebel's level-up system, it's taking longer due to RL events. :(

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2H1...

Archrebel Tactics – Official Announcement Trailer

YouTube video by MicroProse

www.youtube.com

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Terra Randoma / Those Far Stars @terrarandoma.bsky.social · 4d

Hey @forgeofthefae.bsky.social thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday this week and the lovely event art 🧡

I always feel Autumn is the best time for gaming and forging unforgettable memories 🍂

bsky.app/profile/terr...

Terra Randoma / Those Far Stars @terrarandoma.bsky.social · Jul 17

Nothing like sitting on the dock of the bay, watching the tide roll away 🎶 and going through the stuff I found while adventuring at Terra Randoma 🍄🐸💎🐟

#turnbased #roguelike #RPG #procgen #lowpoly #openworld

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Forge of the Fae @forgeofthefae.bsky.social · 4d

Forge of the Fae is a story-rich, Celtic lore inspired turn-based RPG currently under development! We've got a free demo on Steam, so check it out and wishlist! ❤️
store.steampowered.com/app/2160070/...

Forge of the Fae on Steam

Forge of the Fae is a story-rich pixel RPG inspired by Celtic folklore. Journey through a mysterious world, master the ARC Crystal System to unleash powerful magic, and face dangerous Fae in fast-pace...

store.steampowered.com

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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 4d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday!

A #textbased, #adult game with #scifi & #RPG elements.

Save damsels from dark corners of history. Hone their skills and win their hearts while defending your fortress from deadly threats!⚔️
#turnbased #indiegame
bsky.app/profile/maxi...

Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 19d

Ver 1.4.9 of Sanctuary in Time is now free to download on Patreon! We've got new, darker options for managing your settlement. So, will you be a tyrant or a benevolent lord? It's up to you!
patreon.com/posts/now-fr...
#textbased #turnbased #adult #games #nsfw #rpg #scifi

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Forge of the Fae @forgeofthefae.bsky.social · 4d

🤩 Excited to officially host this week's #TurnBasedThursday

All #GameDev and #IndieDev reply with your turn-based games and use the TBT hashtag☝️above

Also be sure to @ anyone who should be in this thread to share the love! 🥰

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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 4d

Exciting news. I played the demo on Xbox & really enjoyed the game. Looking forward to picking up the full version. 🎮👍

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Chasing Carrots 🏳️‍🌈🥕 @chasingcarrots.bsky.social · Sep 9

Incredible, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S version of Halls of Torment are coming on 28th October? DEMOS OUT NOW?! Crazy!

Also, we are updating the game on Steam on the same date, the HoT News can be found here: store.steampowered.com/news/app/221...

Halls of Torment - The Boglands on Steam

Descend into the Boglands—an eerie new stage crawling with drowned spirits, walking trees, and creeping decay. Unlock two new heroes, dozens of quests, new items, abilities, artifacts, and mechanics l...

store.steampowered.com

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THQ Nordic @thqnordic.com · 11d

Get ready to return to one of the most iconic worlds in ARPG history: Ancaria!

Sacred 2 Remaster launches on November 11 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 11d

That would be a very fun premise for an episode.🎃👍

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Synthetic_Domain > Let's 🔝 wishlists now! @syntheticdomain.bsky.social · 11d

Lords of Ravage / RPG
FEEL LIKE A REAL BOSS😈
Thanks for hosting!
bsky.app/profile/synt...

Synthetic_Domain > Let's 🔝 wishlists now! @syntheticdomain.bsky.social · 13d

[ Lords of Ravage ] NO MERCY. NO HEROES! Release October 15, 2025.
Darkness rises! Become evil itself, build your lair, command minions, and destroy. A tactical roguelike where every choice matters. Prepare for darkness_

Learn more: tr.ee/pxrN0Q

#Roguelike #DarkFantasy #SteamRelease #StrategyGame

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DISSIMILAR - Opal Grave Games @opalgravegames.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you for hosting this #turnbasedthursday!
In DISSIMILAR, you are investigating a sprawling, maze-like castle where engaging tactical battles hide long-buried family secrets...
Wishlist & play the demo on steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2904360/...

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Oxymoron Games @oxymorongames.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks to @mantisgames.bsky.social for hosting this #TurnBasedThursday!

We're happy to share Heroes of Science & Fiction with you. Core mechanics inspired by Heroes 3, expanded heavily in unique sci-fi universe.

Wishlist/play on Steam, thanks!^-^
store.steampowered.com/app/2147380/...

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Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday!

A #textbased, #adult game with #scifi & #RPG elements.

Save damsels from dark corners of history. Hone their skills and win their hearts while defending your fortress from deadly threats!⚔️
#turnbased #indiegame
bsky.app/profile/maxi...

Max Ingram - Author & Gamedev @maxingramauthor.bsky.social · 19d

Ver 1.4.9 of Sanctuary in Time is now free to download on Patreon! We've got new, darker options for managing your settlement. So, will you be a tyrant or a benevolent lord? It's up to you!
patreon.com/posts/now-fr...
#textbased #turnbased #adult #games #nsfw #rpg #scifi

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Mantis Games - Deck of Haunts 🎃 @mantisgames.bsky.social · 11d

We're officially hosting this weeks #TurnBasedThursday!

🕹️ #indiedev: Reply with your game & don't forget the hashtag
🎮 #players: ❤️Like 💬Comment & 🔄Repost

If you don't, we have a spot reserved for you in our haunted domain 👀🎃!

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iltimido.bsky.social @iltimido.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday!

You’ll also find us at the upcoming Steam Next Fest!
Only 21 days left until the official launch of The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles!
In the meantime, you can already try the demo!
shorturl.at/wSVMl

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Senescent Leaf @senescentleaf.bsky.social · 18d

This #TurnBasedThursday I am so happy that my game (Life Altered) has been featured on @gx.games 🎉

gx.games/de/games/80t...

Life Altered | GX Games

Collect Earth’s creatures and send them into battle in this genetically charged roguelike dice deckbuilder. Evolve insects, mammals, plants and more in multiple ways to find surprising synergies. Choo...

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Kalamona Studios ⬣ Creating Feudums @kalamonastudios.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks for hosting #TurnBasedThursday! Songs of Silence looks wonderful! 🤩

I've been working on my passion project for 10+ years - an online strategy game rooted in 4X & grand strategy, with ZERO pay-to-win.

Development is fully transparent & feedback-based.

bsky.app/profile/kala...
#indiegame 🎮

Kalamona Studios ⬣ Creating Feudums @kalamonastudios.bsky.social · Jun 7

Feudums is an upcoming medieval 4X & online grand strategy.

⚔️ Feudal vassalage
🛡️ Noble houses & legacy building
⚖️ Deep systems, no tedium
🤝 Large-scale social multiplayer
🛠️ Modding supported
⛔ NO pay-to-win, #f2p grind or wallet wars!

Demo: s.team/a/473750
#indiedev #pixelart #screenshotsaturday 🎮

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Oxymoron Games @oxymorongames.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks @songs-of-silence.com for hosting this #TurnBasedThursday!

We're happy to share Heroes of Science & Fiction with you. Core mechanics inspired by Heroes 3, expanded heavily in unique sci-fi universe.

Wishlist/play on Steam, thanks!^-^
store.steampowered.com/app/2147380/...

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