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Tom Orden

@8bitpxl.itch.io

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Just your gamedev Uncle up in WA. Made a short game on Xbox. Kinda goofy & violently nerdy. Mexican/Japanese-Hawaiian. https://8bitpxl.itch.io/ #indiedev | #gamedev | #indiegame

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · Nov 11

Hello my blue friends! Im a teeny #gamedev that tends to make short games based on my life. Untitled Darkness portrays what my battle with depression has been like & released on Xbox Series X not long ago. While it may not be a top seller, Im very proud of it. #indiedev www.xbox.com/en-US/games/...

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Daniel Johnston Menezes @danjohnston.uk · 9h

We just released a new Cartoon UI pack, 100% free for commercial use in game dev and other projects! Contains 572 assets across 11 styles you can mix and match in your games. Enjoy chequered.ink/cartoon-ui-g... #gamedev #indiedev

Cartoon UI Pack banner, showing a white box with a red ribbon for the title "Cartoon UI pack". It also has 3 gold stars on it, text saying it contains 572 assets 100% free, a check box and a big green button saying Donations Welcome!

A screenshot of the Cartoon UI Graphics Pack - showcasing the metal style and sci fi style graphics, and 9-slice compatibility.

A screenshot of the Cartoon UI Graphics Pack - showcasing purple and pink UI sets, formatted as a main menu and a stats screen.

A screenshot of the Cartoon UI Graphics Pack - it lists all of the items available in each style: Windows, buttons, check boxes, toggles, panels, ribbons, scroll bars, stars, hearts, lightning bolts, arrows and icons.

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Daniel Johnston Menezes @danjohnston.uk · 7d

Today we released our 8-bit Adventure Pack! Over 1400 graphics, made by humans, including tiles, NPCs, enemies, bosses, items and a hero character. Everything you need to make a Game Boy-style adventure game 100% FREE for commercial use ci.itch.io/8-bit-advent...

#gamedev #pixelart #indiedev

710 Tiles - overworld, animated and indoor tilesets

346 frames of NPC sprites with all kinds of different characters represented

The main character - Papantzin - with 107 frames of animation

Other enemies, bosses, items, effects and more to make 1489 assets in total!

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Kelly McKernan @kellymckernan.bsky.social · 7d

I’m at @newyorkcomiccon.bsky.social in the artist alley at table F-23! Come say hiiii! 💜

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 7d

Nice! Should be able to get 3-4 in a few days

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 7d

I cannot avenge you, for I am dead as well

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 9d

I am forever green

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 9d

Did you look at this, yet? Good. Now go Wishlist it on steam.

Bee Bussell @bbussell.com · 12d

The Grotto Gaps are finally starting to look how I envisioned them 😊

#screenshotsaturday #indiegames #gamedev #IndieGameDev

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 9d

They can go munch on their own butts

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 11d

Some nice stuff for your feed today

Chris 🎃 DevPods.gg gamedev community @chrisdeleon.bsky.social · 12d

update

Dear Chris,

The book has arrived! It is indeed in perfect conditon—a near-miracle since about 45 years have passed since I first read it as a kid! I can't thank you enough for your kindness and thoughtfulness. I...

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daily bunnies 🐇✨ @dailybunnies.bsky.social · 11d

A small brown bunny rests in an open palm against a green grassy background with trees.

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Natalie Spitzel @nat-the-dev.bsky.social · 11d

Reminder that I'm looking for work after being affected by layoffs at Giant Squid. 3D Environment Artist, or 3D Artist/Props; ideally a full time position. If your studio or somewhere you know has an opening, please let me know. Thank you ❤️
Portfolio: nataliespitzel.myportfolio.com

Natalie Spitzel

Experienced 3D Environment Artist in the Game Industry Looking for full-time work

nataliespitzel.myportfolio.com

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 13d

Toad is goat

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 14d

Is it bad if you do this to yourself? Does that mean I'm a dingus? Probably.

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 15d

If you end up in the Seattle area, there are lots of cool devs up here!

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daily bunnies 🐇✨ @dailybunnies.bsky.social · 16d

A light brown bunny wears a blue costume with a red "S" emblem and cape, resembling a superhero, standing on a shiny black surface.

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Daniel Johnston Menezes @danjohnston.uk · 16d

Made some more 2D platformer tiles today! This time two versions of the same set: a grassland set in both summer and winter. These are all pretty fun to make and I can't wait to see people start making games with them - we'll release a pack when we have more finished #gamedev #digitalart #gamemaker

A grassland tile set in a flat 2D style which includes grassy floor tiles, water, flowers, a little wooden house, an arrow sign, some round trees and some tall mushroom platforms in the background.

A winter grassland tile set in a flat 2D style which includes grassy floor tiles, water, flowers, a little wooden house, an arrow sign, some round trees and some tall mushroom platforms in the background. Everything has a little bit of snow on it.

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 16d

Moving suuuuuucks. I havent worked on my #indiegame for 2 weeks. Hopefully I can get back to something next week.

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 18d

Us old farts can't do more than 2 motions at the same time. If I bend over, grab something off the floor, & turn my head, cough, or anything else= dead

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 18d

It has begun ha ha

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daily bunnies 🐇✨ @dailybunnies.bsky.social · 18d

A white bunny with closed eyes sits on a granite surface, wearing a pink flower with green leaves on its head.

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Art by Dianita @dianita.bsky.social · 19d

Trying once more to return to the online world 🥲

Today, I share with you a piece that is now on Every Day Original:

"Stillness"
2.5in x 3.5in. Framed.
Graphite, pens and acrylics on illustration board.

everydayoriginal.com/product/stil...

Photo of a small drawing. A portrait of a female representing figure with a yellow unicorn horn on her forehead. Hair flowing around her. Blue butterflies.

A portrait of a female representing figure with a yellow unicorn horn on her forehead. Hair flowing around her. Blue butterflies.

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STUDIO ATMA | GRAVASTAR @studioatma.com · 19d

Hey #screenshotsaturday! Let’s make some (Chroma) magic!

Here’s some #wip of our Chroma Magic system and some sweet spells we’re getting all hooked up!

#indiedev #gamedev #jrpg #rpg #magic #indiegames #videogames #gravastar

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Osama Dorias @osamadorias.bsky.social · 20d

Friends!! The Poly Fighter playtest is live!!

Please sign up, play, and give us ALL of your feedback!!

RTs are appreciated!! Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

Poly Fighter Game @polyfightergame.bsky.social · 20d

🔥 Our first alpha playtest is LIVE on Steam right now! 🔥

Until October 3rd you can sign up to try the game early and give us valuable feedback!

👉 Request access on Steam now! ❤️
store.steampowered.com/app/3977340/...

#Playtest #IndieGame #Roguelike #FightingGame #Steam

Poly Fighter on Steam

Poly Fighter is a single-player roguelike fighting game. Learn new moves from every opponent you defeat to build your fighter’s unique style. Battle through tense retro-arcade duels with beginner-frie...

store.steampowered.com

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Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 20d

Who’s that handsome dude? He’s kinda handsome.

Tom Orden @8bitpxl.itch.io · 20d

Any #gamedev peeps looking for an art magician? Look here:

Natalie Spitzel @nat-the-dev.bsky.social · 21d

After many years of NDA.... I'm proud to announce I FINALLY HAVE A PUBLIC PORTFOLIO!! I'm still looking for work, so please check it out, share, throw it at your studio leadership etc. Thanks for the support ❤️
nataliespitzel.myportfolio.com

Natalie Spitzel

nataliespitzel.myportfolio.com

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