Frederic McNamara
@mcnamarafred.bsky.social
Game Designer and Programmer @ShishiStudios.com. Games, movies, art & other stuff. FR / EN 🎮🎬🎨 #a11y
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Hi everyone! I’m Frederic, a game designer/programmer. I’m living with Muscular dystrophy, but that didn’t prevent me to create my own game studio!
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September 7th is a very special day, it's Duchenne Awareness Day.
Help Hope spread the word about this rare disease that affects 1 in 5000 newborn boys!
#DuchenneAwarenessDay #MDAwarenessMonth
Help Hope spread the word about this rare disease that affects 1 in 5000 newborn boys!
#DuchenneAwarenessDay #MDAwarenessMonth
September 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
September 7th is a very special day, it's Duchenne Awareness Day.
Help Hope spread the word about this rare disease that affects 1 in 5000 newborn boys!
#DuchenneAwarenessDay #MDAwarenessMonth
Help Hope spread the word about this rare disease that affects 1 in 5000 newborn boys!
#DuchenneAwarenessDay #MDAwarenessMonth
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Nous avons passé une super fin de semaine au ComicCon de Montréal! Les gens ont adoré Mecha et sa protagoniste Coni! Un grand merci à Loto-Québec pour cette opportunité!
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
July 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Nous avons passé une super fin de semaine au ComicCon de Montréal! Les gens ont adoré Mecha et sa protagoniste Coni! Un grand merci à Loto-Québec pour cette opportunité!
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
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🍁 Discover 300+ games made from Maple Syrup! 🍁
From coast to coast, Canadian devs are bringing cozy indies, epic quests, and sweet deals to Steam! 🎮🇨🇦
🗓️ July 1 at 1PM – July 8
🛒 store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...
#CanadianGameSale #Steam
From coast to coast, Canadian devs are bringing cozy indies, epic quests, and sweet deals to Steam! 🎮🇨🇦
🗓️ July 1 at 1PM – July 8
🛒 store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...
#CanadianGameSale #Steam
July 1, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🍁 Discover 300+ games made from Maple Syrup! 🍁
From coast to coast, Canadian devs are bringing cozy indies, epic quests, and sweet deals to Steam! 🎮🇨🇦
🗓️ July 1 at 1PM – July 8
🛒 store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...
#CanadianGameSale #Steam
From coast to coast, Canadian devs are bringing cozy indies, epic quests, and sweet deals to Steam! 🎮🇨🇦
🗓️ July 1 at 1PM – July 8
🛒 store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...
#CanadianGameSale #Steam
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July is Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate strength, identity, and the diverse ways we move through the world. 💪♿
At Shishi Studios, accessibility isn’t an option — it’s the foundation. Everyone deserves to play, create, and be the hero.
#DisabilityPrideMonth #AccessibilityMatters
At Shishi Studios, accessibility isn’t an option — it’s the foundation. Everyone deserves to play, create, and be the hero.
#DisabilityPrideMonth #AccessibilityMatters
July 1, 2025 at 2:06 PM
July is Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate strength, identity, and the diverse ways we move through the world. 💪♿
At Shishi Studios, accessibility isn’t an option — it’s the foundation. Everyone deserves to play, create, and be the hero.
#DisabilityPrideMonth #AccessibilityMatters
At Shishi Studios, accessibility isn’t an option — it’s the foundation. Everyone deserves to play, create, and be the hero.
#DisabilityPrideMonth #AccessibilityMatters
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🔥 Mecha débarque au ComicCon de Montréal! 🔧💙
Venez tester notre puzzle-platformer accessible et rencontrer Coni, notre ingénieure en fauteuil roulant, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec!
🔗 lelobby.lotoquebec.com/blog/omg-c-e...
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
Venez tester notre puzzle-platformer accessible et rencontrer Coni, notre ingénieure en fauteuil roulant, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec!
🔗 lelobby.lotoquebec.com/blog/omg-c-e...
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
June 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
🔥 Mecha débarque au ComicCon de Montréal! 🔧💙
Venez tester notre puzzle-platformer accessible et rencontrer Coni, notre ingénieure en fauteuil roulant, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec!
🔗 lelobby.lotoquebec.com/blog/omg-c-e...
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
Venez tester notre puzzle-platformer accessible et rencontrer Coni, notre ingénieure en fauteuil roulant, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec!
🔗 lelobby.lotoquebec.com/blog/omg-c-e...
#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité
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Last weekend, we had the honor of presenting our next game, Mecha, in the Wholesome Direct! We hope everyone had a great time!
✨ Huge thanks to the @wholesomegames.com team for the organization!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/D4ZRXGcmDlM
🎮 Add to your wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
✨ Huge thanks to the @wholesomegames.com team for the organization!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/D4ZRXGcmDlM
🎮 Add to your wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
June 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Last weekend, we had the honor of presenting our next game, Mecha, in the Wholesome Direct! We hope everyone had a great time!
✨ Huge thanks to the @wholesomegames.com team for the organization!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/D4ZRXGcmDlM
🎮 Add to your wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
✨ Huge thanks to the @wholesomegames.com team for the organization!
📺 Watch here: youtu.be/D4ZRXGcmDlM
🎮 Add to your wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
Living with Duchenne means I'm having difficulty with basic tasks, such as eating and opening doors. A Jaco Robotic Arm would let me do everyday tasks I can’t anymore. Please donate or share: gofund.me/bd7b2f69 #Duchenne #AssistiveTech #Accessibility
Faites un don à Help Frederic getting a Jaco Robotic Arm, organisée par Frederic McNamara
Why Your Support Matters
Hi, my name is Frédéric McNamara, and I’m… Frederic McNamara a besoin de votre soutien pour Help Frederic getting a Jaco Robotic Arm
gofund.me
June 2, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Living with Duchenne means I'm having difficulty with basic tasks, such as eating and opening doors. A Jaco Robotic Arm would let me do everyday tasks I can’t anymore. Please donate or share: gofund.me/bd7b2f69 #Duchenne #AssistiveTech #Accessibility
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May 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Coni and the Shishi Studios team! 🍀
Green is the color of luck, but also the color of innovation! 💚✨ Today, she’s rolling into the celebration with a green wheelchair!
#MechaGame #StPatricksDay #GameDev #IndieGames #PuzzlePlatformer
Green is the color of luck, but also the color of innovation! 💚✨ Today, she’s rolling into the celebration with a green wheelchair!
#MechaGame #StPatricksDay #GameDev #IndieGames #PuzzlePlatformer
March 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Coni and the Shishi Studios team! 🍀
Green is the color of luck, but also the color of innovation! 💚✨ Today, she’s rolling into the celebration with a green wheelchair!
#MechaGame #StPatricksDay #GameDev #IndieGames #PuzzlePlatformer
Green is the color of luck, but also the color of innovation! 💚✨ Today, she’s rolling into the celebration with a green wheelchair!
#MechaGame #StPatricksDay #GameDev #IndieGames #PuzzlePlatformer
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🎶 Sound is more than just music!
Visual indicators for audio cues, subtitles for important sounds, and haptic feedback help deaf and hard-of-hearing players fully experience games.
#DeafGamers #InclusiveDesign
Visual indicators for audio cues, subtitles for important sounds, and haptic feedback help deaf and hard-of-hearing players fully experience games.
#DeafGamers #InclusiveDesign
March 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🎶 Sound is more than just music!
Visual indicators for audio cues, subtitles for important sounds, and haptic feedback help deaf and hard-of-hearing players fully experience games.
#DeafGamers #InclusiveDesign
Visual indicators for audio cues, subtitles for important sounds, and haptic feedback help deaf and hard-of-hearing players fully experience games.
#DeafGamers #InclusiveDesign
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Join the Adventure!
Keep in touch for cutting-edge updates, exclusive glimpses behind the scenes, and insights from our development team as we bring Mecha to life. Together, let's create something extraordinary! 🛠️✨
#MechaGame #IndieDev
Keep in touch for cutting-edge updates, exclusive glimpses behind the scenes, and insights from our development team as we bring Mecha to life. Together, let's create something extraordinary! 🛠️✨
#MechaGame #IndieDev
March 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Join the Adventure!
Keep in touch for cutting-edge updates, exclusive glimpses behind the scenes, and insights from our development team as we bring Mecha to life. Together, let's create something extraordinary! 🛠️✨
#MechaGame #IndieDev
Keep in touch for cutting-edge updates, exclusive glimpses behind the scenes, and insights from our development team as we bring Mecha to life. Together, let's create something extraordinary! 🛠️✨
#MechaGame #IndieDev
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A Game About Perseverance & Acceptance!
Coni's journey mirrors the struggles of overcoming self-doubt and embracing one's strengths. A heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a joyful, puzzle-filled adventure. 💙🤖
#IndieDev
Coni's journey mirrors the struggles of overcoming self-doubt and embracing one's strengths. A heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a joyful, puzzle-filled adventure. 💙🤖
#IndieDev
March 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A Game About Perseverance & Acceptance!
Coni's journey mirrors the struggles of overcoming self-doubt and embracing one's strengths. A heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a joyful, puzzle-filled adventure. 💙🤖
#IndieDev
Coni's journey mirrors the struggles of overcoming self-doubt and embracing one's strengths. A heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a joyful, puzzle-filled adventure. 💙🤖
#IndieDev
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Built for Everyone!
Accessibility isn’t an afterthought in Mecha—it’s a foundation. From customizable controls to thoughtful design choices, we want everyone to feel included in Coni’s journey. 🎮💙
#GamingAccessibility
Accessibility isn’t an afterthought in Mecha—it’s a foundation. From customizable controls to thoughtful design choices, we want everyone to feel included in Coni’s journey. 🎮💙
#GamingAccessibility
March 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Built for Everyone!
Accessibility isn’t an afterthought in Mecha—it’s a foundation. From customizable controls to thoughtful design choices, we want everyone to feel included in Coni’s journey. 🎮💙
#GamingAccessibility
Accessibility isn’t an afterthought in Mecha—it’s a foundation. From customizable controls to thoughtful design choices, we want everyone to feel included in Coni’s journey. 🎮💙
#GamingAccessibility
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💡 Did you know?
Many accessibility features—like adjustable difficulty, auto-aim, and subtitles—benefit not just disabled players, but also kids, elderly gamers, and casual players!
#GameAccessibility #UniversalDesign
Many accessibility features—like adjustable difficulty, auto-aim, and subtitles—benefit not just disabled players, but also kids, elderly gamers, and casual players!
#GameAccessibility #UniversalDesign
March 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
💡 Did you know?
Many accessibility features—like adjustable difficulty, auto-aim, and subtitles—benefit not just disabled players, but also kids, elderly gamers, and casual players!
#GameAccessibility #UniversalDesign
Many accessibility features—like adjustable difficulty, auto-aim, and subtitles—benefit not just disabled players, but also kids, elderly gamers, and casual players!
#GameAccessibility #UniversalDesign
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Representation Matters!
Mecha stars Coni, a brilliant engineer with a disability, proving that heroes come in all forms. With accessibility at its core, the game ensures everyone can play and enjoy the adventure. 🦽🎮
#AccessibleGaming
Mecha stars Coni, a brilliant engineer with a disability, proving that heroes come in all forms. With accessibility at its core, the game ensures everyone can play and enjoy the adventure. 🦽🎮
#AccessibleGaming
March 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Representation Matters!
Mecha stars Coni, a brilliant engineer with a disability, proving that heroes come in all forms. With accessibility at its core, the game ensures everyone can play and enjoy the adventure. 🦽🎮
#AccessibleGaming
Mecha stars Coni, a brilliant engineer with a disability, proving that heroes come in all forms. With accessibility at its core, the game ensures everyone can play and enjoy the adventure. 🦽🎮
#AccessibleGaming
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Shishi Studios announced Mecha, a 3D platform puzzle game with a disabled protagonist. The protagonist, Coni, is an engineer and wheelchair user.
Designed by a disabled developer, Mecha has a focus on positive representation and accessibility.
caniplaythat.com/2025/03/05/a...
Designed by a disabled developer, Mecha has a focus on positive representation and accessibility.
caniplaythat.com/2025/03/05/a...
Announcing Mecha, featuring a disabled protagonist - Can I Play That?
Shishi Studios announced Mecha, a game with a wheelchair using protagonist, designed by a disabled developer with a focus on accessibility.
caniplaythat.com
March 5, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Shishi Studios announced Mecha, a 3D platform puzzle game with a disabled protagonist. The protagonist, Coni, is an engineer and wheelchair user.
Designed by a disabled developer, Mecha has a focus on positive representation and accessibility.
caniplaythat.com/2025/03/05/a...
Designed by a disabled developer, Mecha has a focus on positive representation and accessibility.
caniplaythat.com/2025/03/05/a...
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A World of Whimsy & Wonder!
With a cozy 3D art style, uplifting storytelling, and heartwarming themes, Mecha is a love letter to wholesome gaming. Perfect for fans of Spiritfarer, The Last Campfire, and Chicory! 🌿🎨
#WholesomeGames
With a cozy 3D art style, uplifting storytelling, and heartwarming themes, Mecha is a love letter to wholesome gaming. Perfect for fans of Spiritfarer, The Last Campfire, and Chicory! 🌿🎨
#WholesomeGames
March 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A World of Whimsy & Wonder!
With a cozy 3D art style, uplifting storytelling, and heartwarming themes, Mecha is a love letter to wholesome gaming. Perfect for fans of Spiritfarer, The Last Campfire, and Chicory! 🌿🎨
#WholesomeGames
With a cozy 3D art style, uplifting storytelling, and heartwarming themes, Mecha is a love letter to wholesome gaming. Perfect for fans of Spiritfarer, The Last Campfire, and Chicory! 🌿🎨
#WholesomeGames
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🕹️ Accessibility is personal for us at Shishi Studios!
As a developer with muscular dystrophy, Frederic, our CEO, believes no player should be left out of the magic of gaming. Let's normalize accessibility in all games!
#DisabilityInGaming
As a developer with muscular dystrophy, Frederic, our CEO, believes no player should be left out of the magic of gaming. Let's normalize accessibility in all games!
#DisabilityInGaming
March 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
🕹️ Accessibility is personal for us at Shishi Studios!
As a developer with muscular dystrophy, Frederic, our CEO, believes no player should be left out of the magic of gaming. Let's normalize accessibility in all games!
#DisabilityInGaming
As a developer with muscular dystrophy, Frederic, our CEO, believes no player should be left out of the magic of gaming. Let's normalize accessibility in all games!
#DisabilityInGaming
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A Puzzle-Platformer Like No Other!
Navigate unique levels, solve environmental puzzles, and diagnose the behaviors of mischievous Mechas. Use critical thinking and creativity to overcome every challenge! 🏗️💡
#PuzzlePlatformer
Navigate unique levels, solve environmental puzzles, and diagnose the behaviors of mischievous Mechas. Use critical thinking and creativity to overcome every challenge! 🏗️💡
#PuzzlePlatformer
February 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A Puzzle-Platformer Like No Other!
Navigate unique levels, solve environmental puzzles, and diagnose the behaviors of mischievous Mechas. Use critical thinking and creativity to overcome every challenge! 🏗️💡
#PuzzlePlatformer
Navigate unique levels, solve environmental puzzles, and diagnose the behaviors of mischievous Mechas. Use critical thinking and creativity to overcome every challenge! 🏗️💡
#PuzzlePlatformer
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Wishlist Mecha Now!
Help us bring Mecha to life by adding it to your wishlist! Every wishlist counts and helps spread the word. 💖
✨ Wishlist today: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
#WishlistWednesday
Help us bring Mecha to life by adding it to your wishlist! Every wishlist counts and helps spread the word. 💖
✨ Wishlist today: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
#WishlistWednesday
February 26, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Wishlist Mecha Now!
Help us bring Mecha to life by adding it to your wishlist! Every wishlist counts and helps spread the word. 💖
✨ Wishlist today: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
#WishlistWednesday
Help us bring Mecha to life by adding it to your wishlist! Every wishlist counts and helps spread the word. 💖
✨ Wishlist today: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3359470
#WishlistWednesday
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Meet Coni & B1U3!
In Mecha, you’ll embark on an adventure with Coni and her companion, B1U3, to solve puzzles, fix quirky robots, and uncover the mystery behind their malfunction. A journey of acceptance and ingenuity awaits! ✨🔧
#GamingForAll
In Mecha, you’ll embark on an adventure with Coni and her companion, B1U3, to solve puzzles, fix quirky robots, and uncover the mystery behind their malfunction. A journey of acceptance and ingenuity awaits! ✨🔧
#GamingForAll
February 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Meet Coni & B1U3!
In Mecha, you’ll embark on an adventure with Coni and her companion, B1U3, to solve puzzles, fix quirky robots, and uncover the mystery behind their malfunction. A journey of acceptance and ingenuity awaits! ✨🔧
#GamingForAll
In Mecha, you’ll embark on an adventure with Coni and her companion, B1U3, to solve puzzles, fix quirky robots, and uncover the mystery behind their malfunction. A journey of acceptance and ingenuity awaits! ✨🔧
#GamingForAll
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🎨 Not everyone experiences games the same way!
High contrast modes, font scaling, and audio cues help create a more inclusive and engaging experience. Small changes make a BIG difference!
#GamingForEveryone
High contrast modes, font scaling, and audio cues help create a more inclusive and engaging experience. Small changes make a BIG difference!
#GamingForEveryone
February 24, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🎨 Not everyone experiences games the same way!
High contrast modes, font scaling, and audio cues help create a more inclusive and engaging experience. Small changes make a BIG difference!
#GamingForEveryone
High contrast modes, font scaling, and audio cues help create a more inclusive and engaging experience. Small changes make a BIG difference!
#GamingForEveryone
Discover our next game, Mecha, a puzzle game featuring Coni, an engineer in a wheelchair! Explore the city of Montreal to fix dysfunctional robots!
Big News! 🚀
We’re thrilled to announce Mecha, a 3D puzzle-platformer where you play as Coni, an ingenious robotic engineer in a wheelchair, on a mission to fix her errant creations. 🛠️🤖
#MechaGame #IndieGame
We’re thrilled to announce Mecha, a 3D puzzle-platformer where you play as Coni, an ingenious robotic engineer in a wheelchair, on a mission to fix her errant creations. 🛠️🤖
#MechaGame #IndieGame
February 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Discover our next game, Mecha, a puzzle game featuring Coni, an engineer in a wheelchair! Explore the city of Montreal to fix dysfunctional robots!
Reposted by Frederic McNamara
Rejoignez-nous aux DemoNights!
Découvrez un aperçu de Mecha lors de DemoNights demain soir à 19h! Préparez-vous à explorer l'univers de Coni et à voir le jeu en action. 🚀🎥
🔗 https://twitch.tv/lotoquebec
Découvrez un aperçu de Mecha lors de DemoNights demain soir à 19h! Préparez-vous à explorer l'univers de Coni et à voir le jeu en action. 🚀🎥
🔗 https://twitch.tv/lotoquebec
February 20, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Rejoignez-nous aux DemoNights!
Découvrez un aperçu de Mecha lors de DemoNights demain soir à 19h! Préparez-vous à explorer l'univers de Coni et à voir le jeu en action. 🚀🎥
🔗 https://twitch.tv/lotoquebec
Découvrez un aperçu de Mecha lors de DemoNights demain soir à 19h! Préparez-vous à explorer l'univers de Coni et à voir le jeu en action. 🚀🎥
🔗 https://twitch.tv/lotoquebec
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🎮 Shishi Studios are back for the Québec Games Celebration on Steam! 🎮
📅 From February 17 to 24, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Québec’s gaming industry!
🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2025
#QuebecGamesCelebration
📅 From February 17 to 24, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Québec’s gaming industry!
🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2025
#QuebecGamesCelebration
February 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
🎮 Shishi Studios are back for the Québec Games Celebration on Steam! 🎮
📅 From February 17 to 24, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Québec’s gaming industry!
🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2025
#QuebecGamesCelebration
📅 From February 17 to 24, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Québec’s gaming industry!
🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2025
#QuebecGamesCelebration