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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 18h

"Throw people into a black hole, eat snacks, drop-kick aliens."

Science Labs! by Stephen Ryan, Connor Jackson and Tyler Maw showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 23h

"a detailed Game Design Document (GDD) along with a solid demo that showcases core mechanics in the early stages can make all the difference in helping publishers to visualise an overall concept. .." Webinar with @pqube.bsky.social

Three key takeaways gamerepublic.net/news/pqube-a...

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 1d

"Investigate the mysteries of a cult thought lost to time."

Mithra by Seventh Disorder showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @seventhdisorder.com

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 2d

"Solid, challenging, roguelike shooter in an ever-changing castle."

Another Castle by Something Crazy ltd showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 5d

"Defy physics. Chain insane combos. Rack up views."

X-Gravity by Blueshift Interactive showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @blueshift-interactive.com

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#indiegamedev #gaming #showcase #games

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 5d

NEWS - “HP with AMD is proud to support GaMaYo and the GR Awards, alongside our great partner Escape Technology. Events like this are vital for bringing together the creative minds shaping the industry, while also empowering the next generation of game developers.”
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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 6d

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Game Republic @gamerepublic.bsky.social · 7d

Should we share a peek of the limited edition gift from @bethesdastudios.com for the first 200 who attend the @Baftagames.bsky.social supported chat with Axel Torvenius, Creative Director of Indiana Jones and The Great Circle? Yes we should.
Tickets here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/game-repub... #gamedev

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 6d

"Tactical battles, pixel art, rich story—strategy meets emotion."

ēvolūTiō by ShotDash Games showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @shotdash.com

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 6d

We're having a chat on the Great Northern Games Discord on 7th Oct at 12 noon all about game contracts and pitching. Our online discord events are FREE.
Our guests: Olly Bennett Cardboard Sword & Chris Taylor, Eaton Smith Solicitors
If you have not joined the discord discord.gg/nfvdcUCNFZ
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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 7d

"Use your knowledge of history, culture, and planets to sell a rare resource from your home planet to the patrons of the upscale bar Kallay Tirridor."

Gata Guressi by Elliot George Mann showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @elliotgmann.bsky.social

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 8d

"Chaotic online co-op simulator, focussed on communication and teamwork."

MEAT by Zovbi Games showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 9d

"Quirky pirates, puzzle quests, and endless satisfying coin chaos!"

Penny Pusher Pirates by Industrial Assets showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @industrialassets.bsky.social

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 12d

"Exploring, uncovering, and surviving the remnants of dead worlds."

The Salpum Cradle by Devroom-Vantasia showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @vantasia.dev

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 13d

"Compete as gods or gladiators in chaotic Greek myth trials!"

O.M.G by Omni Arcade showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November

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Jojo - Gravy Crew Games ▶️ Rules & Rodents OUT NOW @fabulousfinch.bsky.social · 14d

Excited for us to be showing off the prototype for our next game at @gamayo.bsky.social - hope to see you all there to give it ago! #indiegamedev #gamedev #hauntedhouse

GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 14d

"Explore the midnight mansion, uncover the Haunts or be trapped!"

A Hundred Haunts by Gravy Crew Games showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @gravycrewgames.bsky.social

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 14d

"Explore the midnight mansion, uncover the Haunts or be trapped!"

A Hundred Haunts by Gravy Crew Games showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November @gravycrewgames.bsky.social

gamayo.co.uk/2025/09/24/g...

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 15d

At 12 noon we have a webinar with Ariel Pai from PQube sharing tips on pitching to publishers. The webinar is free for Game Republic members and there are 5 spaces left for GaMaYo members www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/game-repub... #indiegamedev #gamedev

Game Republic - PQube Publishing and Pitching, 24th September

A special Game Republic webinar for GR members with Ariel Pai, Senior Product Scout & Business Development Manager at PQube

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 15d

"Slay the Spire meets Balatro meets Pizza!"

Perry's Pizzeria by Stuffed Crust Studios showing at GaMaYo on the 13th November

gamayo.co.uk/2025/09/23/g... #indiegamedev #gamedev #showcase #

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 17d

This week we're hosting a webinar with PQube with Ariel Pai Senior Product Scout & Business Dev Manager presenting about publishing opportunities for #gamedevs, as well as how to pitch to PQube, with pitch deck advice and Q&A

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/game-repub...

Free to GR members

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Game Republic - PQube Publishing and Pitching, 24th September

A special Game Republic webinar for GR members with Ariel Pai, Senior Product Scout & Business Development Manager at PQube

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 18d

What game are you playing? Is it made in The North? If you love it, nominate it in the Game Republic Awards and make your weekend even better.

GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 20d

“I’m really positive about the future of games in the UK. Events like the student showcase are a window into the amazing talent we can tap into, especially here in the North and I see that only continuing.” - Jamie Sefton MD of Game Republic gamerepublic.net/news/the-roa... #gamedev #indiegame

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 21d

As progress is happening on many fronts to support the region - an update following the story on @gibiz.bsky.social

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Game Republic Supports Game Industry Calls from Tanglewood Games - Game Republic

Game Republic has supported the call for Game Hubs and improved pathways in The North from Tanglewood Games in a recent article in GamesIndustry.biz, highlighting Game Republic’s work with One…

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 24d

NEWS - It's Sunday - instead of mowing the lawn today read exciting news about Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 from the amazing Skyhook Games instead!

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Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 announced with kickstarter campaign launching soon - Game Republic

Skyhook Games has announced that Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 is in the early stages of development! The game is expected to release in 2026 and follows up the original indie hit Lawn Mowing Simulator,…

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 25d

Exciting speaker announcement next week for #GRNewHorizons.👀👀👀 Early bird & Advance now ended - 200+ coming - Prebook rate til 1st Oct is £199+VAT which includes full access to conference, expo, MeetToMatch, After Party & brekkie, lunch + party food! www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/game-repub...

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GaMaYo - next GaMaYo 13/11/25 @gamayo.bsky.social · 26d

"Good business is all about long term relationships and not the short term win" Becky Jackson Atomhawk said at The Baltic this week. We'll be celebrating relationships and our industry at GaMaYo & the Game Republic Awards on 13th Nov at WX. Nominate here docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #gamedev

Game Republic Awards 2025 Nomination

We want to celebrate the great work of people, companies, partners, educators and teams in our games industry. This is your chance to nominate someone or yourself, your organisation or another person…

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