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Computer𝔍𝔞𝔪𝔢𝔰 @computerjames.itch.io · 22h

If you like rule deduction games LINELITH by @cwpat.me is a perfect diamond of a puzzler, an hour of escalating eureka moments down to an exact science. AND you play as some sort of rock crab

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NamaTakahashi(生高橋) @namataka.bsky.social · 2d

“Bite-Sized Puzzle Exploration” is out now! 🎉

・Öoo
・Linelith
・Leap Year

A collection of approachable puzzle exploration games that share a strong focus on knowledge and discovery.
The perfect entry point for puzzle newcomers — the ultimate bundle awaits! 🧩✨

store.steampowered.com/bundle/59151...

Save 11% on Bite-Sized Puzzle Exploration on Steam

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · 1d

Introducing the Bite-Sized Puzzle Exploration bundle on Steam featuring Öoo, Leap Year, and Linelith!

I'm honored Linelith can be among Öoo and Leap Year, two excellent delightful discovery-oriented puzzle games! :) If you haven't played all 3, I highly recommend this bundle!!

Daniel Linssen @managore.bsky.social · 1d

Leap Year is now in a bundle with Öoo (by @namataka.bsky.social) and Linelith (by @cwpat.me), two of my absolute favourite knowledge-based exploration games. If you haven't played them before I highly recommend both!

store.steampowered.com/bundle/59151...

Save 11% on Bite-Sized Puzzle Exploration on Steam

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · 4d

I am on this episode of Wookash Podcast (@gameengineering), talking about various old and new projects, puzzle design, and game development for 1 hour and 40 minutes! :)

I had a blast! Thank you for having me on the podcast!

You can watch it here: youtu.be/w6Xh6P26W5k?...

The Hidden Structure of Puzzles | Patrick Traynor

YouTube video by Wookash Podcast

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Thinky Games @thinkygames.com · 8d

This Friday is the deadline for ThinkyCon talk proposals! If you're looking for inspiration, check out the talks from last year!

ThinkyCon 2025 · Thinky Games

Puzzle design, art, development, production — learn about every aspect of crafting thinky games.

thinkygames.com

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Blaž Urban Gracar (Letibus Design) @letibus.bsky.social · 11d

Hey, I'd love to be commissioned to work as a video games composer :) If you have a sort-of-serious project going on and would like some tunes, contact me.
Been working as a composer for the theatre and film for the past 15 years, also got the main Slovenian award for theatre music in 2021.

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Anthony Etherin @anthonyetherin.bsky.social · 12d

No one:

Me: Noon.

#palindrome

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Grzegorz Bednorz @grzegorz-bednorz.bsky.social · 12d

I’ve just released a substantial video essay:
“How Music Mirrors Game Design in Taiji, Trifoil, Braid, Patrick’s Parabox & Other Games”

LINK IN THE REPLIES!

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sincerely, rob dubbin @robdubbin.bsky.social · 12d

here it is: the last episode of our year of UFO 50, featuring most of the dev team. this was already an indelible experience and talking to the folks responsible elevated it even more! forever inspired by their combo of generous design wisdom and rigorous secret-keeping eggplant.show/ep-a-year-of...

Eggplant: The Secret Lives of Games: EP: A Year of UFO 50 - Epilogue: Final developer interview

We're joined by (most of) the developers of UFO 50 - Derek Yu, Jon Perry, Eirik Suhrke, Tyriq Plummer, and Paul Hubans - to close out our series with a project-spanning discussion of their development...

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · 12d

I'm making my first big procgen game and this makes so much sense to me. I definitely had the misconception that procgen might be "easier" cause it offloads the level design. But in reality I've been iterating much much longer than I expected to to. The way you phrased it gives me solace. :)

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jie en lee @frogfungus.bsky.social · 13d

yay consume me is out!! it’s truly a feat of perseverance and boldness, and i’m so honored to be a part of something so genuine and special! 🥺

a lot of cool games came out this week, but i hope you will check out consume me - a tough, yet humorous look into a teenage girls struggles 🥀🫶

Save 10% on Consume Me on Steam

did you feel stupid, fat, lazy, and ugly in high school? well i did...but at least i made a life-simulation RPG about it!

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Experimental Games Showcase @exgs.bsky.social · 15d

Applications to be included in the 2026 Experimental Games Showcase at GDC are now OPEN through October 24, 2025! Please send us the weird shit you're working on!

Learn more and apply on our NEW website: www.experimentalgamesshowcase.com

Experimental Games Showcase

SUBMIT YOUR GAME TO THE

www.experimentalgamesshowcase.com

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 17d

There's one week left to apply for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant ⏰‼️

If you're thinking of applying, make sure you get your applications in before next Sunday in order to be considered.

Grant: $15,000 USD
Deadline: Sept 28th
Link: grants.draknek.org

Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.

grants.draknek.org

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 20d

We are looking for a Godot consultant to help us investigate and fix an issue with long load times on iOS. It seems like Godot 4.5's shader baker might not be working on iOS only.
If you're interested, please email [email protected] with your experience and rates.
#godot #madewithgodot

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 23d

Key Dates for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant:

📆 September 28th - Application Deadline
📆 December 16th - Selections Made, Grants Awarded
📆 December 2025 to December 2026 - A year's mentorship with genre experts, and community activities

Apply Here: grants.draknek.org

Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.

grants.draknek.org

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Thinky Games @thinkygames.com · 27d

Very excited to announce that ThinkyCon is back for 2025! 🎉

Join us on 5-7 November for lots of wonderful talks about making thinky games - puzzle design, coding, production, and more. Everyone is welcome!

Talk submissions are also now open 👀

ThinkyCon 2025 · Thinky Games

Puzzle design, art, development, production — learn about every aspect of crafting thinky games.

thinkygames.com

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · 28d

Sokoban fever dream

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drooshayne @drooshayne.bsky.social · Sep 8

I'm excited to announce that Outpour is receiving a makeover! Thanks to Conrad Justin, who is doing outstanding work on 3D art to make these puzzley cathedral grounds look beautiful.

Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3615290/...

Artist's Sketchfab: sketchfab.com/ConradJustin

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · Sep 8

Glowkeeper is really good y'all! I went to check it out briefly and ended up playing for two and a half hours straight :)

Glowkeeper ✨ OUT NOW!! @glowkeepergame.com · Aug 29

GLOWKEEPER IS OUT EVERYONE!!!!

store.steampowered.com/app/3410660/...

#indiegame #puzzlegame #godot #godotengine #gamerelease

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · Sep 7

2 friends of mine are doing a kickstarter for their painterly train car sabotage-y game Crystal Rail! I've played it over it's development and it's a charming game. I've backed them on kickstarter, check it out and back them if you're interested!

Crystal Rail Game - LIVE ON KICKSTARTER @crystalrailgame.bsky.social · Sep 3

Crystal Rail is now live on #Kickstarter! Make a Train, strike it rich, and explore a handpainted world filled with greed!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/den...

#wishlistwednesday #roguelike #trains #indiedev #indiegame

youtu.be/G3GhRmBNZ-s?...

Crystal Rail: The Rail-Rogue RPG | KICKSTARTER NOW LIVE

YouTube video by CrystalRailGame

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Marcos @marcos-don.bsky.social · Sep 6

Editing Infinity: how I make infinite Sokoban levels

youtu.be/gxv_OM3Juww

#recreationalprogramming #sokoban #infinite #puzzle #gamedev

Editing Infinity: how I make infinite Sokoban levels

YouTube video by Puzzling Gamedev

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The Latest Kate @thelatestkate.bsky.social · Sep 1

A drawing of a raccoon washing an apple in a river. The caption reads, "I don't know how to fix my problems, but I can look after myself carefully today."

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is offering $15,000 USD to traditionally under-supported game developers working on thinky puzzle games.

If this is you, we invite you to apply!
Deadline: September 28th
grants.draknek.org

Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.

grants.draknek.org

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Patrick Traynor @cwpat.me · Sep 4

Every time I use a vim macro it gives me such satisfaction. :)
I often do a search, and then include the N key at the end of the macro to go to the next instance of the search.

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Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · Aug 27

Bonfire Peaks and many other great games are included in this charity bundle supporting UNRWA!

SE Asian Games for Good @seagamesforgood.bsky.social · Aug 27

We're excited to announce the Games for Palestine charity page is now LIVE on Itch.

Over 300+ games with proceeds going to UNRWA USA in support of Gaza relief. Thank you to everyone for your support. The bundle launches on Sept 2nd 9am PST.

Link: itch.io/b/2979/play-...

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