Velvet Cupcake Games
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
Micro-indie studio creating fantastical romance visual novels. Current project: Made Marion, an action-adventure romance inspired by the Robin Hood legends. We are a no-Gen-AI company.
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Made Marion on Steam
A romantic action-adventure visual novel based on Robin Hood lore. Play as Lady Marion and choose what kind of leader and lover you want to become. Join Robin's rowdy rebels in Sherwood or tackle the ...
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Hello world! We are Velvet Cupcake Games, a micro indie studio making fantasy/romance games aimed at women and femmes. Currently creating: Made Marion, a Robin Hood romance in early access with 2/6 routes currently published.
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We've just uploaded John Chapter 3 onto the beta test server, so we're on the last stretch of our release. John's route will come out on November 30!
November 24, 2025 at 10:42 PM
We've just uploaded John Chapter 3 onto the beta test server, so we're on the last stretch of our release. John's route will come out on November 30!
Online spellcheck is increasingly region-specific, which is nice except that I (located in Canada) write my games in American English. Have had the word "favorite" underlined so many times that it gaslit me into checking online to make sure I wasn't nuts.
November 24, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Online spellcheck is increasingly region-specific, which is nice except that I (located in Canada) write my games in American English. Have had the word "favorite" underlined so many times that it gaslit me into checking online to make sure I wasn't nuts.
We've just uploaded John Chapter 3 onto the beta test server, so we're on the last stretch of our release. John's route will come out on November 30!
November 24, 2025 at 10:42 PM
We've just uploaded John Chapter 3 onto the beta test server, so we're on the last stretch of our release. John's route will come out on November 30!
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Spoke to my source familiar with internal workings at Mastercard. The holiday call campaign re payment processor censorship is working, there is a lot of pressure being felt from your calls. This is resulting in increased response times at a core moment for Mastercard due to the holiday season
November 24, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Spoke to my source familiar with internal workings at Mastercard. The holiday call campaign re payment processor censorship is working, there is a lot of pressure being felt from your calls. This is resulting in increased response times at a core moment for Mastercard due to the holiday season
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1/3 of all gamers quit playing games all together because of toxic communities
What would happen to a restaurant if 30% of their customer revenue walked out the door and never came back?
Grand Closing!!
We literally can’t afford to allow bad players to terrorize our communities.
What would happen to a restaurant if 30% of their customer revenue walked out the door and never came back?
Grand Closing!!
We literally can’t afford to allow bad players to terrorize our communities.
We openly blocked bigots, racists & homophobes on social channels for one project. The result? Huge social channel growth, record MAU, positive sentiment shift.
By avoiding challenging the tiny sliver of the toxic players, you're sacrificing the retention of your larger audience
By avoiding challenging the tiny sliver of the toxic players, you're sacrificing the retention of your larger audience
November 24, 2025 at 8:13 PM
1/3 of all gamers quit playing games all together because of toxic communities
What would happen to a restaurant if 30% of their customer revenue walked out the door and never came back?
Grand Closing!!
We literally can’t afford to allow bad players to terrorize our communities.
What would happen to a restaurant if 30% of their customer revenue walked out the door and never came back?
Grand Closing!!
We literally can’t afford to allow bad players to terrorize our communities.
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Made Marion Monday
Redrawing a character from a different angle isn't my favorite thing...
but you gotta do what you gotta do.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
You can find Made Marion's demo on Steam
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
Redrawing a character from a different angle isn't my favorite thing...
but you gotta do what you gotta do.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
You can find Made Marion's demo on Steam
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
November 24, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Made Marion Monday
Redrawing a character from a different angle isn't my favorite thing...
but you gotta do what you gotta do.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
You can find Made Marion's demo on Steam
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
Redrawing a character from a different angle isn't my favorite thing...
but you gotta do what you gotta do.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
You can find Made Marion's demo on Steam
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
If you ever want straight-up unfiltered truth about your game, have your sibling beta test it. 😅
November 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
If you ever want straight-up unfiltered truth about your game, have your sibling beta test it. 😅
You know it's a good gamedev day when you're downloading "quality_bone_popping.mp3" from Pixabay.
(Pixabay is pretty awesome, btw. Although it technically allows AI stuff, the rules for such are pretty strict, it must be labeled, and it's not highly promoted on the site.)
(Pixabay is pretty awesome, btw. Although it technically allows AI stuff, the rules for such are pretty strict, it must be labeled, and it's not highly promoted on the site.)
November 21, 2025 at 2:10 AM
You know it's a good gamedev day when you're downloading "quality_bone_popping.mp3" from Pixabay.
(Pixabay is pretty awesome, btw. Although it technically allows AI stuff, the rules for such are pretty strict, it must be labeled, and it's not highly promoted on the site.)
(Pixabay is pretty awesome, btw. Although it technically allows AI stuff, the rules for such are pretty strict, it must be labeled, and it's not highly promoted on the site.)
Are you a Made Marion Kickstarter backer with beta test access? John's Beta Test Phase 1 is live! More info here:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/vcg...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/vcg...
Update 79: Made Marion: John's Beta Phase 1 is Live · Made Marion
Beta Test Time Begins!Hi, Beta Backers! (Sorry, this goes out to all backers because Beta Test backing was an add-on rather than a Kickstarter Tier)John's Beta Phase 1 is live on our Steam Playtest C...
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November 14, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Are you a Made Marion Kickstarter backer with beta test access? John's Beta Test Phase 1 is live! More info here:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/vcg...
www.kickstarter.com/projects/vcg...
In case anybody wonders when it comes out, the small ode to Lucanis Dellamorte in John's route is absolutely purposeful.
After all, you don't need a literal inner demon to have inner demons.
After all, you don't need a literal inner demon to have inner demons.
November 12, 2025 at 9:57 PM
In case anybody wonders when it comes out, the small ode to Lucanis Dellamorte in John's route is absolutely purposeful.
After all, you don't need a literal inner demon to have inner demons.
After all, you don't need a literal inner demon to have inner demons.
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Watercolour Wednesday
Will Scarlet, from the game "Made Marion" by Velvet Cupcake Games
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Will Scarlet, from the game "Made Marion" by Velvet Cupcake Games
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November 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Watercolour Wednesday
Will Scarlet, from the game "Made Marion" by Velvet Cupcake Games
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
Will Scarlet, from the game "Made Marion" by Velvet Cupcake Games
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
It's important to support the many indie devs who are staunchly anti-genAI and believe first and foremost in collaborative development. My dev friends don't use genAI, that's for sure.
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm
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“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm - AUTOMATON WEST
In an interview following the launch of ARC Raiders, the CEO of Embark Studios' parent company Nexon shares his views on AI.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:04 AM
It's important to support the many indie devs who are staunchly anti-genAI and believe first and foremost in collaborative development. My dev friends don't use genAI, that's for sure.
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We don’t use generative AI at Strange Scaffold and I can confirm that a *lot* of other studios are not—whether indie or AAA.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm
automaton-media.com/en/news/its-...
automaton-media.com/en/news/its-...
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm - AUTOMATON WEST
In an interview following the launch of ARC Raiders, the CEO of Embark Studios' parent company Nexon shares his views on AI.
automaton-media.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:25 AM
We don’t use generative AI at Strange Scaffold and I can confirm that a *lot* of other studios are not—whether indie or AAA.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
Micro-indie "process.":
Me word-vomiting Ren'py gobbletygook at my spouse for three full minutes until I figured out what I needed to do with my coding issue.
Me: OK, figured it out, don't worry if you weren't listening.
Spouse: I wasn't.
Me: That's what I thought.
Me word-vomiting Ren'py gobbletygook at my spouse for three full minutes until I figured out what I needed to do with my coding issue.
Me: OK, figured it out, don't worry if you weren't listening.
Spouse: I wasn't.
Me: That's what I thought.
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Micro-indie "process.":
Me word-vomiting Ren'py gobbletygook at my spouse for three full minutes until I figured out what I needed to do with my coding issue.
Me: OK, figured it out, don't worry if you weren't listening.
Spouse: I wasn't.
Me: That's what I thought.
Me word-vomiting Ren'py gobbletygook at my spouse for three full minutes until I figured out what I needed to do with my coding issue.
Me: OK, figured it out, don't worry if you weren't listening.
Spouse: I wasn't.
Me: That's what I thought.
John's route adds several new achievements to our roster, including the achievement "Big Flirt." Can you earn it? (It's not difficult, you'll see.)
a cartoon bunny says hey there big boy with a pink heart
Alt: A cartoon bunny says "hey there big boy," with a pink heart
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November 11, 2025 at 1:31 AM
John's route adds several new achievements to our roster, including the achievement "Big Flirt." Can you earn it? (It's not difficult, you'll see.)
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Made Marion Monday
A rare view from old concept arts that were replaced early on in the game.
Sometimes, what seems like a good idea at the time ends up clashing with the overall visual ensemble of the project.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
A rare view from old concept arts that were replaced early on in the game.
Sometimes, what seems like a good idea at the time ends up clashing with the overall visual ensemble of the project.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Made Marion Monday
A rare view from old concept arts that were replaced early on in the game.
Sometimes, what seems like a good idea at the time ends up clashing with the overall visual ensemble of the project.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
A rare view from old concept arts that were replaced early on in the game.
Sometimes, what seems like a good idea at the time ends up clashing with the overall visual ensemble of the project.
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
#gamedev #indiedev #amaregame
As you can see, we are a Very Serious Studio with a strict top-down management structure where nobody is allowed to give the studio head any sass.
November 8, 2025 at 9:44 PM
As you can see, we are a Very Serious Studio with a strict top-down management structure where nobody is allowed to give the studio head any sass.
Our sexy cut-ins for John are complete and they're nice an' sexy. Pleased with our decision to be a bit bolder and transition away from silhouettes. Robin's sexy cut-in will be replaced once Lawri is finished with our animated intro, which is also coming along very nicely!
Mini-preview:
Mini-preview:
November 8, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Our sexy cut-ins for John are complete and they're nice an' sexy. Pleased with our decision to be a bit bolder and transition away from silhouettes. Robin's sexy cut-in will be replaced once Lawri is finished with our animated intro, which is also coming along very nicely!
Mini-preview:
Mini-preview:
Happy Halloween from Velvet Cupcake Games!
John's route releases next month!
John's route releases next month!
October 31, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Happy Halloween from Velvet Cupcake Games!
John's route releases next month!
John's route releases next month!
We are so pleased to see this decision from the Python Software Foundation. I'm going to become a supporting member as soon as I can get their payment form to work (hoping it's being overwhelmed by new members right now).
TLDR; The PSF has made the decision to put our community and our shared diversity, equity, and inclusion values ahead of seeking $1.5M in new revenue. Please read and share. pyfound.blogspot.com/2025/10/NSF-...
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The official home of the Python Programming Language
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October 27, 2025 at 7:13 PM
We are so pleased to see this decision from the Python Software Foundation. I'm going to become a supporting member as soon as I can get their payment form to work (hoping it's being overwhelmed by new members right now).
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Made Marion Monday
Sometimes work IS fun and games =^.^=
Like designing bandits for a scene in our prologue.
Please meet the Pompous Pilferer, Bearish Bandit & Rough Ruffian
... one of them is not pleased to meet you😅
#indiegamedev #amaregame #visualnovel #gamedev
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
Sometimes work IS fun and games =^.^=
Like designing bandits for a scene in our prologue.
Please meet the Pompous Pilferer, Bearish Bandit & Rough Ruffian
... one of them is not pleased to meet you😅
#indiegamedev #amaregame #visualnovel #gamedev
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Made Marion Monday
Sometimes work IS fun and games =^.^=
Like designing bandits for a scene in our prologue.
Please meet the Pompous Pilferer, Bearish Bandit & Rough Ruffian
... one of them is not pleased to meet you😅
#indiegamedev #amaregame #visualnovel #gamedev
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
Sometimes work IS fun and games =^.^=
Like designing bandits for a scene in our prologue.
Please meet the Pompous Pilferer, Bearish Bandit & Rough Ruffian
... one of them is not pleased to meet you😅
#indiegamedev #amaregame #visualnovel #gamedev
@velvetcupcakegames.bsky.social
Realizing that the scene I'm writing right now, which was planned some time ago and is actually inspired by Tolkein, yet again bears a striking resemblance to current events. Would our world leaders stop doing Medieval-style dumbassery, please?
October 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Realizing that the scene I'm writing right now, which was planned some time ago and is actually inspired by Tolkein, yet again bears a striking resemblance to current events. Would our world leaders stop doing Medieval-style dumbassery, please?
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Reposting again because now I've actually tried it and went very quickly from “this is cute” to “this is my entire personality”. The romance options are very 🔥 yes absolutely but there's also a cool protagonist who deserves her time to shine, cool art, cool writing, and cool worldbuilding
We're in early access and his story is slated to be the final release (not because he's demi, but for storyline reasons) but if you're possibly interested in a Robin Hood romance game, we have a demo you can check out! He's the gent on the right. :D
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
store.steampowered.com/app/1482150/...
Made Marion on Steam
A romantic action-adventure visual novel based on Robin Hood lore. Play as Lady Marion and choose what kind of leader and lover you want to become. Join Robin's rowdy rebels in Sherwood or tackle the ...
store.steampowered.com
October 21, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Reposting again because now I've actually tried it and went very quickly from “this is cute” to “this is my entire personality”. The romance options are very 🔥 yes absolutely but there's also a cool protagonist who deserves her time to shine, cool art, cool writing, and cool worldbuilding
Writing Becky: "Ooh, this scene is gonna be so great, look at all the action-packed combat!"
Coding Becky, some time later:
Coding Becky, some time later:
a woman in a plaid shirt is laughing
Alt: A woman in a plaid shirt is sobbing.
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October 13, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Writing Becky: "Ooh, this scene is gonna be so great, look at all the action-packed combat!"
Coding Becky, some time later:
Coding Becky, some time later: