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Busted Atlas | Proto Trigger
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Indie #gamedev & #VO working on Proto Trigger

🌬 Wishlist on Steam; https://store.steampowered.com/app/3954600
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Some behind the scenes for Proto Trigger!
This time I talk about using normal maps with a #lowpoly aesthetic.

#gamedev #indiedev #devlog #shootemup #shmup #godot
Given myself an entire week of game full time game dev.

You know what that means, baby. U&I.
I'm talking multiplayer lobbies, button remapping, the lot.

Feels good.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw5O...

#UI #GameDev
Bill Withers - Just The Two Of Us (official video)
YouTube video by Pop music crooners of the 20th century
www.youtube.com
December 30, 2025 at 4:35 PM
No dev posts from me this week, instead hear my genuine, childlike wonder as I realize dry-humping the trombone in Peak makes different sounds!

Also, the more you 'cook' it, the funnier the sounds it makes. Awesome little detail.
#Peak #Indiegame
December 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Just a quick one this week;
SPAAACE debris.

With just a smidge of environmental storytellin'.

#gamedev #indiedev #shootemup #godot #SPAAACE
December 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Calm yourselves ladies n' gents, and assorted riff-raff - I'm going to talk about HUDs.

I know, I know... But you only live once!!

#gamedev #indiedev #devlog #shootemup #shmup #godot #HUD
December 6, 2025 at 1:35 PM
You can use LUTs in Godot?! 🤯 Having a moment, that's so cool.

For context, this is what a LUT is:
LUT Generation - FRAMED. Screenshot Community
framedsc.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Some behind the scenes for Proto Trigger!
This time I talk about using normal maps with a #lowpoly aesthetic.

#gamedev #indiedev #devlog #shootemup #shmup #godot
November 29, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Quick #SaturdayScreenshot for ya, two wrecked versions of ships for my Ship Graveyard level 😎

#godot #indiedev #shootemup #wreckage #blender #lowpoly
November 22, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Ridiculously helpful guide for you tweeners out there!
My interactive tween guide for Godot is out !

If you have trouble using tweens, adding "Juice" or picking the right transition, it should hopefully help!

The guide is free and will always be 🩵

qaqelol.itch.io/tweens

#Godot #GameDev #Animation #Tutorial #Guide #Tweens
November 20, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Something a little different - a mini devlog about a recent, if a little gross, addition to my game!

#godot #indiedev #gamedev #shmup #devlog
November 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Very burnt out this week, but got some good, juicy visual progress to share when the time comes! 👍
November 19, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Sorry, been busy fixing bugs... Is it too late for a release trailer? 😬
Get it on steam here; s.team/a/2980260, I've heard people say it's good!
#gamedev #indiedev
November 15, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Showcasing Proto Trigger's unique mechanic:
I N F U S I O N

Wishlist if you so fancy;
store.steampowered.com/app/3954600

#wishlistwednesday #indiedev #gamedev #godot #shmup
November 5, 2025 at 4:43 PM
First pass texturing this cute lil' guy!

He latches onto wrecked ships, reactivating them with his 'glowy bits'.

#gamedev #indiedev #godot #shmup #cute
October 29, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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Playtesters needed for my prototype demo!

If you like roguelite shooters with RPG elements and you're willing to give some feedback, please check the link below 🙏

northide.itch.io/rls2-prototy...

#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #prototype #feedback #gametesting
October 28, 2025 at 1:19 PM
It's Proto time baybeee;
Updated the stars to give the visuals some depth 😎

Feat. our cat

#godot #indiedev #gamedev #shmup #steam #cat
October 25, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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ICYMI: How to Write a Press Release for Your Indie Game — a must-read for #IndieGame creators and #GameDev beginners.
How to Write a Press Release for Your Indie Game
A press release is one of the most effective ways to get your game noticed by journalists, bloggers, and content creators. It gives them everything they need to share your news quickly, whether you’re…
f.mtr.cool
October 25, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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FUNKYHEART IS OUT NOW!!!
#indiedev #indiegame #gamedev
October 22, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Been pouring some game juice into Proto Trigger!
- Sensual explosions
- Jiggly score bubbles
- And oh yeah... the Steam page is live 🤫

More juice to come! 🐱‍🚀

#Godot #gamedev #indiedev #shmup #Steam
October 22, 2025 at 6:42 PM
#Godot rocks. Just been looking into #localisation before the #Steam page goes live and, damn!

Nice, quick and painless. Great tutorial by Whiskey Barrel Studios here:
youtu.be/QT3S2e8OOiU
Localize your game in Godot 4 - SUPER EASY!
YouTube video by Whiskeybarrel Studios
youtu.be
October 16, 2025 at 9:00 AM
BOOM!

Here's the capsule art for my shmup, Proto Trigger 😎

#gamedev #gameart #indiegames #steam #art
September 20, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Steam multiplayer & lobbies fully functional.

That is all.🥂

#gamedev #indiedev #Steam #coop
September 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Whoever made that gamedev video about curves making everything better...

Damn do they make everything better! And lerping too.
so smooth!

Anyway, not much to show this week. Keep doin' what you're doin' guys and I'll check in with more space shenanigans next week 🫡

#gamedev #curves #lerp4lyf
September 10, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Slowly getting there with the capsule art - still WIP!

Now Bluesky,
What kind of game is it?! 🥸

#aseprite #pixelart #indie #art
September 3, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Not much to share this week as I'm focusing on Steam multiplayer...

But, to other devs who might need to hear this;

What we're doing takes a lot of focus, discipline and resilience. Be proud of what you've done and trust you can keep pushing on.
🫵🥸👍

#indiedev #gamedev
August 30, 2025 at 10:19 AM