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TheCaliMack 🔞 @thecalimack.bsky.social · 12d

We got another entry from this year's Yaoi Game Jam, and it stands out with how intense it is. So fair warning, it delves into very visceral themes. But there's something about how its execution. it feels... raw. You'll see what I mean:

youtu.be/7t5Ih2j-doY

#Yaoijam #yaoigamejam #gayindie #yaoi

Well, this escalates VERY QUICKLY | Broken Boner

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 10d

UWIWJOWNEKD ON MY WAY TO WATCH IT I DIDNT EXPECT THAT AAAAAAAA THANK YOU!!!!

TheCaliMack 🔞 @thecalimack.bsky.social · 12d

We got another entry from this year's Yaoi Game Jam, and it stands out with how intense it is. So fair warning, it delves into very visceral themes. But there's something about how its execution. it feels... raw. You'll see what I mean:

youtu.be/7t5Ih2j-doY

#Yaoijam #yaoigamejam #gayindie #yaoi

Well, this escalates VERY QUICKLY | Broken Boner

YouTube video by TheCaliMack

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 10d

Wait, don’t let the hype stop!

We’re also taking part in the #ultimateblvngamejam!! 🎮🌈

emptypool.itch.io/broken-boner

Go check out our little game and feel free to drop any comments you like, any feedback is super welcome ❤️

itch.io/jam/ultimate...

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Two ends of the same wound

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 10d

Me: trying to focus
My cat: PRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 11d

Spent some time browsing @itch.io and wow, there are so many amazing games! The talent out there is incredible. it’s super inspiring 😭 😭

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 13d

And nope, we’re NOT stopping 👀

We’re also joining #interactivefiction !! By @manonamora.bsky.social

emptypool.itch.io/broken-boner ✨

If you’d like to play our game, go for it and most of all, don’t be shy to drop a comment or some feedback! 💖

itch.io/jam/interact...

Broken Boner by EmptyPool Studio

Two ends of the same wound

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 16d

SKREEEEEEEE
It looks SO CUTE HE L P

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 17d

So many cool games came out of @yaoijam.bsky.social I have no idea where to start 😭💖

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 17d

Now that #yaoijam ‘s been over for a few days, we’re super excited to play all the games!! Let’s see what’s cooking 👀

a red parrot with a yellow beak is looking at the camera with the words marioinatophat below it

ALT: a red parrot with a yellow beak is looking at the camera with the words marioinatophat below it

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 18d

Hope you feel better soon!! Get some good rest 🫂

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RJ - NB in JPN - Uchronia/Itehari @rjmercy.bsky.social · 24d

This week's schedule has a special treat! We're playing through as many Yaoi Game Jam games as we can ALL WEEK LONG! There were over 40 entries into the game jam which wrapped up 9/15 with 30 complete games. Estimated dates & titles in replies.
www.twitch.tv/rjmercy
#yaoijam #bl_games #schedule

A weekly streaming schedule graphic listing days and times for streaming, weekly schedule for September 15-20 on channel https://twitch.tv/rjmercy Times are in Eastern US Time Zone.
Graphic reads: Monday 5am Japanese Language Learning; Tuesday 6am Yaoi Game Jam Games!; Wednesday 5am Japanese Language Learning + 9pm Yaoi Game Jam Games!; Thursday offline; Friday 5am Japanese Language Learning + 7pm MORE Yaoi Game Jam Games; Saturday 7pm EVEN MORE Yaoi Game Jam Games.

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 21d

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YaoiGameJam @yaoijam.bsky.social · 22d

YaoiGameJam 2025 has officially ended!🎉

Congratulations to everyone that submitted a game this year. We are breaking the record with a total of 64 brand new games! 🎉
The previous record was 41 games back in 2022.

Check them all out here:
buff.ly/3xEB3XE

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Tomo 🌻 JW MADRID @tomotoad.bsky.social · 26d

I’m so happy to share that I worked on the art for this! I love ebi’s work, and this game is super cute (and free), so definitely check it out!

ebi @ebihimes.bsky.social · 26d

Antonym Obscure has been released!
It's a short free BL visual novel about two cute dorks that answers a very important question: what would you do if a former friend became a super famous singer in a beloved band, but he still wanted to kiss you?!

🎸 ebihime.itch.io/antonym-obsc...

#yaoi #boyslove

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Dallas @Houndwife @ocreatus.bsky.social · Sep 5

recently just finished and submitted Peony Plague, my #visualnovel entry for the #yaoijam2025!! nothing like flower plagues and old flames, right?

Check this 3.5k word kinetic visual novel out!!
ocreatus.itch.io/peony-plague

Peony Plague by Ocreatus

Converse with an old flame on how they wish to be buried.

ocreatus.itch.io

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bigmamafatcat.itch.io @bigmamafatcat.itch.io · 24d

Super excited to announce: A/B/O Speed Dating! 🎉🎉🎉

- Short SFW Omegaverse Boy's Love/Yaoi Game 💕
- Play in Browser 🌐
- Almost fully voiced by 3 super talented VAs 🗣🔥
- Download for crunchy Live2D animations! ✨️

bigmamafatcat.itch.io/abo-speed-da...
#yaoijam #indiedev #omegaverse #yaoijam2025

A/B/O Speed Dating by bigmamafatcat

Speed Dating in the Omegaverse [BL]

bigmamafatcat.itch.io

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Hei'an 🔞 @heian.bsky.social · 29d

Heya! Happy to announce that my Hiraga visual novel is now available to download at heian.itch.io/atcl!

After years of imagining and months of developing, I have accomplished a dream of writing a long story about 1 of my OG OTPs AND ON MY BIRTHDAY NO LESS.
#FireEmblem #烈火の剣 #ヒーラガ #gamedev #fangame

Heath and Legault at a desert, with Legault saying "But still, stick with me, would you? If I'm the enemy needing someone to ambush, I would definitely go for the flimsy twig of a human!" with a smirk while Heath frowns.

Linus and Lloyd indoors. Linus saying "We're still pretty young, we get some admirers. I wouldn't mind indulging myself in payments beyond money every once in a while," with a grin and Lloyd is frowning.

Sain, Kent, and Heath at a grassy place. Sain is proudly saying "Us knights, we serve those we are loyal to, right? But there's more to that! We've got allies and loved ones who need our protection too, y'know!"

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 21d

OMG Thank you so much!! Can’t wait to see our beloved little game live on your stream ;_; and just as hyped to see you try out everyone else’s awesome games as well!!

Waiting for Saturday with loads of popcorn <3

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EmptyPool #BrokenBoner is out now! @emptypool.bsky.social · 21d

Broken Boner, our first game, is out now!!

This game was made as an entry for the Yaoi Game Jam 2025!

You can check our game here >>>

emptypool.itch.io/broken-boner

And more awesome entries are at your disposal on the Jam site <3 >>>

itch.io/jam/yaoi-gam...

#YaoiJam2025 #YaoiJam #YaoiGameJam

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Two ends of the same wound

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