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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Jun 3

I don't know what I am looking at exactly, but I love the design of the background.

Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Jun 3

Just a kind reminder that Metrico+ is part of the
@puzzleshowcase.bsky.social. So if you haven't played it yet (or if you're looking for an out of the box puzzle game), this is your moment to check out our puzzle game classic inspired by data visualization 📊😊

store.steampowered.com/app/373990/M...

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Jun 2

Proper wayfinding in games feels underused. Just played the Map Map demo by @pipapogames.bsky.social and it was lotsa fun! Besides Miasmata, I can't think of any games that put wayfinding (without player position on a map) central to the experience. Curious if many people enjoy this as much as I do?

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · May 30

Metrico+ is part of the @puzzleshowcase.bsky.social
this year!

If you haven't yet, and you still want to check out our puzzle game classic inspired by data visualization, this is the deepest Steam discount it ever had, so grab your chance 📊😊💥

store.steampowered.com/app/373990/M...

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Apr 18

That looks great!
And I’m happy that the Notion dashboards I keep making when working on projects looks kinda similar. :)

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Apr 18

@draknek.bsky.social made a new short and sweet puzzle game. Highly recommended!

Alan Hazelden / Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · Apr 15

The Electrifying Incident is OUT NOW on Steam and itch!

Featuring the monster from A Monster's Expedition in a brand new sci-fi setting! Explore a mysterious facility, manipulate the electrical hazards and find a way to the source of the problem.

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Apr 2

Koira is out on Steam and PS5! 🌲🐶

An adventure game full of care, curiosity, and connection that stays with you.

Made with heart by the amazing team at @studiotolima.bsky.social & brought into the world by @dontnod.bsky.social.

If you enjoy adventures with inventive gameplay, this one's for you!

Koira OUT NOW 🐶 Studio Tolima @studiotolima.bsky.social · Apr 1

It's finally happening! Koira is officially released!!

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Mar 27

This is my (first) annual reminder that:

Game designers are the ones who have to fix capitalism.

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 24

It’s so nice to hear you’re happy.
And yes, having someone to work with, someone that was motivated to put time and love into the project over multiple years is awesome.
Congratulations to both of you! Must be an extra nice Christmas time (or Hannukkah or Kwanzaa or whatever). Enjoy yourselves!🎄🎅🏻🥙❤️

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 24

I can imagine! Enjoy the feeling of getting Dubio to the finish line, and also of sharing it with the world.

It’s admirable that you made it here, and you can be really proud of yourself Richard!

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 24

Congratulations with the launch Richard!! 🎉🎉🎉

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 24

That sounds super interesting. If you need any testers or feedback I would be happy to help!

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 23

This looks awesome! What kind of puzzles will the player be solving?

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 14

This all sounds so positive and nice! I’m happy for you. Also, language is a beautiful thing, and so is enjoying experimenting with things. Keep it up!

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 8

I feel you

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 5

So many nice and warm feelings seeing the first reviews come in for 30 Birds. 🐦✨
I'm so incredibly proud of the awesome team at Ram Ram Games. It was a long time in the making, and there is so much love and passion in this one. I am happy to see players feel it when they play!

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Dec 3

🐦🦜🦚The absurdly lovely 30 Birds is out! 🐣🎉
I had the pleasure of working on it - starting as a coach, later as a producer - and it’s been such a joy to work with this amazing team. Congratulations to them!

Do yourself a favor and check out this beautiful game!
store.steampowered.com/app/1708770/...

Save 10% on 30 Birds on Steam

Lantern City is on the verge of disaster: the Goddess Simurgh has been kidnapped by the evil Scientist! 30 Birds is a narrative puzzle game laid out on the surface of rotating lanterns. Wander through...

store.steampowered.com

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 30

I have no idea what that is. Is it a cooperative worm? Cowo RM? Is it an abbreviation? Whatever it is, I’m gonna look it up now. Perhaps even buy it, if it’s a nice product.

Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 30

I haven’t seen a post from you in a while, glad to see something from you again here!
However, it seems I missed some things. Are you doing paid promotions now?

Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 27

Let’s do it!

Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 26

I am going out on a limb here but I just want to say that I have a feeling we should have such a call

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René Otto @aceottorney.bsky.social · Oct 18

Starter Pack with Gamedevs from the Netherlands. Please tag suggestions or reply if you want to be added!❤️

go.bsky.app/3Mq136R

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 22

Thanks! Is goed! ☺️

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 22

Also, if you're new here and looking for interesting people to follow: @linseyray.bsky.social made a huge overview with very specific groups of people you can follow. Checkkkk itttt outttt

Linsey Raymaekers @linseyray.bsky.social · Oct 24

Alright, here it is:

I collected ~100 #GameDev starter packs and put them all on one Notion page! ✨

They're categorized by:
🍃 Location
🍃 Discipline
🍃 Game Genre
🍃 & more!

It also includes tips / labellers / block lists that I've stumbled on. I hope this helps you settle in & reconnect! 😊

👉 LINK

a sample screenshot of the notion page with vertical rows of links to gamedev related starterpacks and the title "BlueSky GameDev Starter Packs”

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Geert Nellen @geertnellen.bsky.social · Nov 22

👋

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