Ray
@rayjt9.bsky.social
Scottish game artist and animator specializing in pixel-art, 2D art, low-poly 3D, game design & narrative writing! Also an avid collector of video game tat.
Send enquiries to [email protected]
Send enquiries to [email protected]
Went to the Aberdeen Zoology Museum today and got a free guided tour, worth doing if anyone’s in the area. Learned a lot and got some great inspiration for new creature designs for Spire of Arkodea!
November 5, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Went to the Aberdeen Zoology Museum today and got a free guided tour, worth doing if anyone’s in the area. Learned a lot and got some great inspiration for new creature designs for Spire of Arkodea!
New Star Wars oc just dropped
October 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
New Star Wars oc just dropped
Kizuna? Bonds?! Who let Digimon spill onto my Pokémon game?
October 23, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Kizuna? Bonds?! Who let Digimon spill onto my Pokémon game?
After playing a few hours more, I’m sold.
It’s a very fun game. I wish it were bigger with more varied environments, but it might be one of the most fun Pokémon games so far.
It’s a very fun game. I wish it were bigger with more varied environments, but it might be one of the most fun Pokémon games so far.
Pokémon Legends Z-A is fine I guess, I don’t think it’s nearly as good as Arceus.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
October 20, 2025 at 11:56 AM
After playing a few hours more, I’m sold.
It’s a very fun game. I wish it were bigger with more varied environments, but it might be one of the most fun Pokémon games so far.
It’s a very fun game. I wish it were bigger with more varied environments, but it might be one of the most fun Pokémon games so far.
Pokémon Legends Z-A is fine I guess, I don’t think it’s nearly as good as Arceus.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
October 16, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Pokémon Legends Z-A is fine I guess, I don’t think it’s nearly as good as Arceus.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
Honestly, I played for an hour or two and then put it down and went back to playing Digimon Story Time Stranger, which I’m enjoying way more.
Saw this on my walk today and it made me smile. It’s meaningless to most people right now but I promise it will become relevant once people have played Spire of Arkodea!
#spireofarkodea
#indiegame
#spireofarkodea
#indiegame
October 10, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Saw this on my walk today and it made me smile. It’s meaningless to most people right now but I promise it will become relevant once people have played Spire of Arkodea!
#spireofarkodea
#indiegame
#spireofarkodea
#indiegame
I've always said I don't like Digimon games outside of the World-style/v-pet like games.
There is nothing in Digimon Story: Time Stranger even remotely similar to anything in any World-style game whatsoever.
So I'm surprised to say: Time Stranger is GREAT! Go play it.
There is nothing in Digimon Story: Time Stranger even remotely similar to anything in any World-style game whatsoever.
So I'm surprised to say: Time Stranger is GREAT! Go play it.
October 8, 2025 at 1:14 PM
I've always said I don't like Digimon games outside of the World-style/v-pet like games.
There is nothing in Digimon Story: Time Stranger even remotely similar to anything in any World-style game whatsoever.
So I'm surprised to say: Time Stranger is GREAT! Go play it.
There is nothing in Digimon Story: Time Stranger even remotely similar to anything in any World-style game whatsoever.
So I'm surprised to say: Time Stranger is GREAT! Go play it.
Reposted by Ray
What’s your favorite app on the new iPhone running iOS 26? Mine is , but I also like .
September 19, 2025 at 10:36 AM
What’s your favorite app on the new iPhone running iOS 26? Mine is , but I also like .
I tried the Digimon Story Time Stranger demo.
Even though I wasn't into cyber sleuth, I can confirm I found the Time Stranger demo to be really very good.
I'm looking forward to the full release.
Even though I wasn't into cyber sleuth, I can confirm I found the Time Stranger demo to be really very good.
I'm looking forward to the full release.
September 17, 2025 at 5:09 PM
I tried the Digimon Story Time Stranger demo.
Even though I wasn't into cyber sleuth, I can confirm I found the Time Stranger demo to be really very good.
I'm looking forward to the full release.
Even though I wasn't into cyber sleuth, I can confirm I found the Time Stranger demo to be really very good.
I'm looking forward to the full release.
Bit scummy of Sega tbh
Sega Accused Of Using Police To Recover Nintendo Dev Kits It Had "Negligently Disposed Of". (Repost)
Sega Accused Of Using Police To Recover Nintendo Dev Kits It Had "Negligently Disposed Of"
DSi, 2DS, 3DS, Wii and Wii U dev kits are all in the hands of the police
www.timeextension.com
September 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Bit scummy of Sega tbh
So you're telling me that kpop demon hunters song lyric isn't "like a butter bean"
September 6, 2025 at 3:14 PM
So you're telling me that kpop demon hunters song lyric isn't "like a butter bean"
Rt for the evening crowd, pls look at this cute icy cow
Frostaurus
Type: Nature
Attribute: Ice
This Monoform is based on a Highland cow - a fairly common sight near where I live in Scotland!
Frostaurus is capable of withstanding temperatures far below freezing. In ancient times, these Monoforms were thought to be much larger.
Type: Nature
Attribute: Ice
This Monoform is based on a Highland cow - a fairly common sight near where I live in Scotland!
Frostaurus is capable of withstanding temperatures far below freezing. In ancient times, these Monoforms were thought to be much larger.
August 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Rt for the evening crowd, pls look at this cute icy cow
I'd like to share some more about the world of Spire of Arkodea. It's set in a world parallel to our own, usually out of reach to humans.
The creatures which live there are called Monoforms.
You may have seen in an earlier video but you pick your partner Monoform from these 3:
The creatures which live there are called Monoforms.
You may have seen in an earlier video but you pick your partner Monoform from these 3:
August 8, 2025 at 5:09 PM
I'd like to share some more about the world of Spire of Arkodea. It's set in a world parallel to our own, usually out of reach to humans.
The creatures which live there are called Monoforms.
You may have seen in an earlier video but you pick your partner Monoform from these 3:
The creatures which live there are called Monoforms.
You may have seen in an earlier video but you pick your partner Monoform from these 3:
A bunch of people linked me to the GameBoy Lego today.
I'm a bit conflicted on whether to buy it. It looks awesome, and it's no secret I love GameBoy stuff, but...
I actually don't enjoy LEGO! I don't have the patience or attention span so I usually get frustrated and give up.
I'm a bit conflicted on whether to buy it. It looks awesome, and it's no secret I love GameBoy stuff, but...
I actually don't enjoy LEGO! I don't have the patience or attention span so I usually get frustrated and give up.
July 24, 2025 at 12:19 PM
A bunch of people linked me to the GameBoy Lego today.
I'm a bit conflicted on whether to buy it. It looks awesome, and it's no secret I love GameBoy stuff, but...
I actually don't enjoy LEGO! I don't have the patience or attention span so I usually get frustrated and give up.
I'm a bit conflicted on whether to buy it. It looks awesome, and it's no secret I love GameBoy stuff, but...
I actually don't enjoy LEGO! I don't have the patience or attention span so I usually get frustrated and give up.
Reposted by Ray
Ray is rad and it's already been a huge pleasure to add a little bit of input to this very cool thing he is doing! There will be a lot more to show and talk about soon.
Happy to report, Spire of Arkodea is receiving some funding and publishing support from Mode 7 @mode7games.bsky.social!
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
Here's a small update!
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
July 19, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Ray is rad and it's already been a huge pleasure to add a little bit of input to this very cool thing he is doing! There will be a lot more to show and talk about soon.
Happy to report, Spire of Arkodea is receiving some funding and publishing support from Mode 7 @mode7games.bsky.social!
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
Here's a small update!
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
July 19, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Happy to report, Spire of Arkodea is receiving some funding and publishing support from Mode 7 @mode7games.bsky.social!
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
This means I'm currently able to work on the game full time, and get guidance from an experienced publisher which is going to be invaluable!
#indiegame #IndieGameDev
Here's a small update!
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
July 1, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Here's a small update!
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
This is a pre-alpha test of the battle system based on the mockup I shared earlier!
The two combatants are cats because they share an animation set, it was easier... The final game will have way more than just cats... I promise.
#indieGamedev #indiegame
Things have been silent for a couple weeks.
I've been hard at work - and I don't want to give much away yet - but I want to say the silence is a VERY good sign for this project's future.
More to show (and talk about) really soon!
#IndieGame #IndieGameDev
I've been hard at work - and I don't want to give much away yet - but I want to say the silence is a VERY good sign for this project's future.
More to show (and talk about) really soon!
#IndieGame #IndieGameDev
Oh I almost forgot to share this too!
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
July 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Things have been silent for a couple weeks.
I've been hard at work - and I don't want to give much away yet - but I want to say the silence is a VERY good sign for this project's future.
More to show (and talk about) really soon!
#IndieGame #IndieGameDev
I've been hard at work - and I don't want to give much away yet - but I want to say the silence is a VERY good sign for this project's future.
More to show (and talk about) really soon!
#IndieGame #IndieGameDev
I googled "Spire of Arkodea" on a whim and found a video which mentions it already!
The fact a stranger on the internet saw it at this early stage and thought it was worth talking about has honestly made my night. Thank you TheDuoDesign!
youtube.com/watch?v=CBbE...
The fact a stranger on the internet saw it at this early stage and thought it was worth talking about has honestly made my night. Thank you TheDuoDesign!
youtube.com/watch?v=CBbE...
June 22, 2025 at 6:53 PM
I googled "Spire of Arkodea" on a whim and found a video which mentions it already!
The fact a stranger on the internet saw it at this early stage and thought it was worth talking about has honestly made my night. Thank you TheDuoDesign!
youtube.com/watch?v=CBbE...
The fact a stranger on the internet saw it at this early stage and thought it was worth talking about has honestly made my night. Thank you TheDuoDesign!
youtube.com/watch?v=CBbE...
Oh I almost forgot to share this too!
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
June 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Oh I almost forgot to share this too!
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
I have a title and a very early draft of an opening cutscene now. Please check it out (and forgive the errors, rough assets and goofy animations, it'll all be polished eventually.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvJ5...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
Progress on my game is going really well. Here's how the battle system will look.
You actually have a lot of control over what your partner will do, but they might not listen to you if they don't trust you...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
You actually have a lot of control over what your partner will do, but they might not listen to you if they don't trust you...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
June 18, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Progress on my game is going really well. Here's how the battle system will look.
You actually have a lot of control over what your partner will do, but they might not listen to you if they don't trust you...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
You actually have a lot of control over what your partner will do, but they might not listen to you if they don't trust you...
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
In terms of design, do you think this is too dark for the intro cutscene?
Could it be better to have the drive start out earlier and it goes to night over the course of the trip?
For context, the player is moving from the city to a small town/village, and gets isekai'd en route.
Could it be better to have the drive start out earlier and it goes to night over the course of the trip?
For context, the player is moving from the city to a small town/village, and gets isekai'd en route.
Intro cutscene is coming along nicely (I SWEAR IT LOOKS BETTER IN MOTION 😅)
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
June 8, 2025 at 11:50 AM
In terms of design, do you think this is too dark for the intro cutscene?
Could it be better to have the drive start out earlier and it goes to night over the course of the trip?
For context, the player is moving from the city to a small town/village, and gets isekai'd en route.
Could it be better to have the drive start out earlier and it goes to night over the course of the trip?
For context, the player is moving from the city to a small town/village, and gets isekai'd en route.
Intro cutscene is coming along nicely (I SWEAR IT LOOKS BETTER IN MOTION 😅)
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
June 7, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Intro cutscene is coming along nicely (I SWEAR IT LOOKS BETTER IN MOTION 😅)
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev
#IndieGame #GameDev #IndieGameDev