Eric Lavesson
@lavesson.bsky.social
Game developer from Sweden. Founded Decemberborn and made Cathedral (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1056180/Cathedral/).
Currently working on Cathedral: Crow's Curse. Wishlist at: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/Cathedral_Crows_Curse/
Currently working on Cathedral: Crow's Curse. Wishlist at: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/Cathedral_Crows_Curse/
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
Hey #PitchYaGame - We're making Cathedral: Crow's Curse. A parry-and-stealth based adventure game.
You stab stuff and explore. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
You stab stuff and explore. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
November 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Hey #PitchYaGame - We're making Cathedral: Crow's Curse. A parry-and-stealth based adventure game.
You stab stuff and explore. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
You stab stuff and explore. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
Since I'm deeply consumed by writing map logic right now, I decided to write a longer article about the map system itself in Crow's Curse over at IndieDB
#gamedev #indiedev
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#gamedev #indiedev
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
Cathedral: Crow's Curse Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Switch game
Explore the world of Cathedral once more in this atmospheric prequel. Parry and dodge through intense combat encounters and best powerful enemies - or use stealth to sneak up on them and catch them of...
www.indiedb.com
October 24, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Since I'm deeply consumed by writing map logic right now, I decided to write a longer article about the map system itself in Crow's Curse over at IndieDB
#gamedev #indiedev
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#gamedev #indiedev
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
Fast travel deluxe.
Now I just need to make sure you can't abuse it by leaving every tougher fight instantly. Weighing between a timed solution ("stand still for X seconds before travelling") or a "blocked while fighting" solution. Suggestions?
#gamedev #indiedev #CrowsCurse #FeedbackFriday
Now I just need to make sure you can't abuse it by leaving every tougher fight instantly. Weighing between a timed solution ("stand still for X seconds before travelling") or a "blocked while fighting" solution. Suggestions?
#gamedev #indiedev #CrowsCurse #FeedbackFriday
October 24, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Fast travel deluxe.
Now I just need to make sure you can't abuse it by leaving every tougher fight instantly. Weighing between a timed solution ("stand still for X seconds before travelling") or a "blocked while fighting" solution. Suggestions?
#gamedev #indiedev #CrowsCurse #FeedbackFriday
Now I just need to make sure you can't abuse it by leaving every tougher fight instantly. Weighing between a timed solution ("stand still for X seconds before travelling") or a "blocked while fighting" solution. Suggestions?
#gamedev #indiedev #CrowsCurse #FeedbackFriday
"It would be cool if you could see the entire world layout in the map. How hard can it be?" #indiegame #gamedev #CrowsCurse
October 13, 2025 at 10:19 PM
"It would be cool if you could see the entire world layout in the map. How hard can it be?" #indiegame #gamedev #CrowsCurse
Help me out here. Trying to send a signed copy of Cathedral, from Sweden, to a fan in the US.
Postal service here has stopped sending to the US. Checked UPS: $35 in shipping, but nothing on customs.
Found a hand-wavy "$80-$200 per item based on COO". Really hoping that's wrong. But.. I guess not?
Postal service here has stopped sending to the US. Checked UPS: $35 in shipping, but nothing on customs.
Found a hand-wavy "$80-$200 per item based on COO". Really hoping that's wrong. But.. I guess not?
October 1, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Help me out here. Trying to send a signed copy of Cathedral, from Sweden, to a fan in the US.
Postal service here has stopped sending to the US. Checked UPS: $35 in shipping, but nothing on customs.
Found a hand-wavy "$80-$200 per item based on COO". Really hoping that's wrong. But.. I guess not?
Postal service here has stopped sending to the US. Checked UPS: $35 in shipping, but nothing on customs.
Found a hand-wavy "$80-$200 per item based on COO". Really hoping that's wrong. But.. I guess not?
I have a toddler at home, so tonight's project is trying to extract a toy motorcycle through the port of a loudspeaker.
September 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM
I have a toddler at home, so tonight's project is trying to extract a toy motorcycle through the port of a loudspeaker.
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
We're happy and honored to have Crow's Curse competing in the DevGAMM awards! 🏆
If you like some parrying and stealth in your metroidvanias, and want to support us, vote for #CrowsCurse here:
🗳 devgamm.fillout.com/community-vo...
#indiegame @devgamm.bsky.social
Voting’s open through October 5!"
If you like some parrying and stealth in your metroidvanias, and want to support us, vote for #CrowsCurse here:
🗳 devgamm.fillout.com/community-vo...
#indiegame @devgamm.bsky.social
Voting’s open through October 5!"
September 13, 2025 at 5:29 AM
We're happy and honored to have Crow's Curse competing in the DevGAMM awards! 🏆
If you like some parrying and stealth in your metroidvanias, and want to support us, vote for #CrowsCurse here:
🗳 devgamm.fillout.com/community-vo...
#indiegame @devgamm.bsky.social
Voting’s open through October 5!"
If you like some parrying and stealth in your metroidvanias, and want to support us, vote for #CrowsCurse here:
🗳 devgamm.fillout.com/community-vo...
#indiegame @devgamm.bsky.social
Voting’s open through October 5!"
I just posted a small devlog regarding our combat system over at IndieDB:
indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#indiedev #gamedev #pixelart
indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#indiedev #gamedev #pixelart
September 14, 2025 at 5:24 AM
I just posted a small devlog regarding our combat system over at IndieDB:
indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#indiedev #gamedev #pixelart
indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#indiedev #gamedev #pixelart
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
We've set up shop over at IndieDB where we'll share some devlogs down the line as well. Follow us if you're there!
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#CrowsCurse #indiedev #metroidvania
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#CrowsCurse #indiedev #metroidvania
Cathedral: Crow's Curse Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Switch game
Explore the world of Cathedral once more in this atmospheric prequel. Parry and dodge through intense combat encounters and best powerful enemies - or use stealth to sneak up on them and catch them of...
www.indiedb.com
September 11, 2025 at 9:50 AM
We've set up shop over at IndieDB where we'll share some devlogs down the line as well. Follow us if you're there!
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#CrowsCurse #indiedev #metroidvania
www.indiedb.com/games/cathed...
#CrowsCurse #indiedev #metroidvania
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
We’re halfway through our Gamescom stay and it’s been a blast! Here’s a sneak peek with some gameplay highlights from the Crow’s Curse demo the press has been playing: youtu.be/QuT4B3SKXT4
Wishlist today: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
#IndieDev #Gamescom2025
Wishlist today: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
#IndieDev #Gamescom2025
Crow's Curse - Gamescom 2025 demo gameplay
YouTube video by Decemberborn
youtu.be
August 21, 2025 at 9:02 PM
We’re halfway through our Gamescom stay and it’s been a blast! Here’s a sneak peek with some gameplay highlights from the Crow’s Curse demo the press has been playing: youtu.be/QuT4B3SKXT4
Wishlist today: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
#IndieDev #Gamescom2025
Wishlist today: store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
#IndieDev #Gamescom2025
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
We are happy to announce that Cathedral: Crow's Curse is coming to @gog.com as well! Wishlist the game today!
www.gog.com/en/game/cath...
#indiegame #metroidvania
www.gog.com/en/game/cath...
#indiegame #metroidvania
Cathedral: Crow's Curse
Explore a large, cursed worldWith a focus on combat, side quests and exploring a large se
www.gog.com
August 6, 2025 at 1:47 PM
We are happy to announce that Cathedral: Crow's Curse is coming to @gog.com as well! Wishlist the game today!
www.gog.com/en/game/cath...
#indiegame #metroidvania
www.gog.com/en/game/cath...
#indiegame #metroidvania
Ah. The humble beginnings of an AI tree for a boss.
July 30, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Ah. The humble beginnings of an AI tree for a boss.
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
And just like that, we have an official Discord! If you've played @Cathedral8bit or are curious about our next game Cathedral: Crow's Curse, come say hi:
discord.gg/AHTvAFZV8h
discord.gg/AHTvAFZV8h
Join the Decemberborn Interactive Discord Server!
The official home of Decemberborn Interactive - Creators of the Cathedral franchise | 13 members
discord.gg
July 4, 2025 at 11:37 AM
And just like that, we have an official Discord! If you've played @Cathedral8bit or are curious about our next game Cathedral: Crow's Curse, come say hi:
discord.gg/AHTvAFZV8h
discord.gg/AHTvAFZV8h
Finally! I have wanted to share this for so long! Now I can start posting some fun dev-posts around this too!
Announcement! our next game is Cathedral: Crow's Curse! Step into the world of Cathedral again in this prequel and play as Crow.
We can't wait to share more details! Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
youtube.com/watch?v=kNE2...
#IndieGame #Steam #Metroidvania
We can't wait to share more details! Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/2471330/...
youtube.com/watch?v=kNE2...
#IndieGame #Steam #Metroidvania
Cathedral: Crow's Curse on Steam
Set in the same universe as Cathedral, but with its own story and style, Cathedral: Crow's Curse is an action-adventure with tight combat and a focus on exploration. Parry, dodge and fight your way th...
store.steampowered.com
July 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Finally! I have wanted to share this for so long! Now I can start posting some fun dev-posts around this too!
Well. This bug cost me several hours of my life.
June 28, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Well. This bug cost me several hours of my life.
I usually keep my PRs small. Usually.
May 18, 2025 at 11:45 AM
I usually keep my PRs small. Usually.
I should stop buying stuff, but I just couldn't help myself. Look at this thing! Apparently a jv1080 with a sequencer and a keyboard attached.
I love having that 3.5" drive on it.
I love having that 3.5" drive on it.
April 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
I should stop buying stuff, but I just couldn't help myself. Look at this thing! Apparently a jv1080 with a sequencer and a keyboard attached.
I love having that 3.5" drive on it.
I love having that 3.5" drive on it.
Reposted by Eric Lavesson
Hello Bluesky! We're Decemberborn - we previously made Cathedral (store.steampowered.com/app/1056180/...)
We've been making indie games for a bit, and with a new trailer for our new game almost ready, it felt like the right time to jump in. Can't wait to show you more on what we've been working on!
We've been making indie games for a bit, and with a new trailer for our new game almost ready, it felt like the right time to jump in. Can't wait to show you more on what we've been working on!
Cathedral on Steam
Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!
store.steampowered.com
April 28, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Hello Bluesky! We're Decemberborn - we previously made Cathedral (store.steampowered.com/app/1056180/...)
We've been making indie games for a bit, and with a new trailer for our new game almost ready, it felt like the right time to jump in. Can't wait to show you more on what we've been working on!
We've been making indie games for a bit, and with a new trailer for our new game almost ready, it felt like the right time to jump in. Can't wait to show you more on what we've been working on!
Finally got all the dynamic editing stuff up and running in my behaviour tree editor. Written in Rust using egui. The interactions were surprisingly tricky to get right as I had to write most of them from scratch. But it did turned out not-completely-shit, wouldn't you say?
#rustlang #ai #gamedev
#rustlang #ai #gamedev
Editor in Rust: Part 13 - Behaviour tree editor
YouTube video by Eric Lavesson
youtu.be
December 28, 2024 at 11:45 PM
Cleaning the attic and finding stuff I forgot that I own. Does anyone still use these? I remember having a hard time getting used to the controller.
December 6, 2024 at 10:06 PM
Cleaning the attic and finding stuff I forgot that I own. Does anyone still use these? I remember having a hard time getting used to the controller.
Kind of tired of writing AI by hand. Added a behaviour tree editor to our game engine's editor. Should be fairly doable to visualize debugging too, I think.
Now I can finally watch my AI make bad decisions in real-time.
#gamedev #ai #programming
Now I can finally watch my AI make bad decisions in real-time.
#gamedev #ai #programming
December 3, 2024 at 11:47 PM
Kind of tired of writing AI by hand. Added a behaviour tree editor to our game engine's editor. Should be fairly doable to visualize debugging too, I think.
Now I can finally watch my AI make bad decisions in real-time.
#gamedev #ai #programming
Now I can finally watch my AI make bad decisions in real-time.
#gamedev #ai #programming
Oh right. Signed zero is a thing in IEEE754...
November 25, 2024 at 11:59 PM
Oh right. Signed zero is a thing in IEEE754...
I just ran one of those tools that allow me to find people I follow on Twitter on Bluesky.
Have had this account for a while without posting much, but will probably start using it more.
Being able to see posts from people I follow with topics I like is a breath of fresh air.
Have had this account for a while without posting much, but will probably start using it more.
Being able to see posts from people I follow with topics I like is a breath of fresh air.
November 21, 2024 at 10:30 PM
I just ran one of those tools that allow me to find people I follow on Twitter on Bluesky.
Have had this account for a while without posting much, but will probably start using it more.
Being able to see posts from people I follow with topics I like is a breath of fresh air.
Have had this account for a while without posting much, but will probably start using it more.
Being able to see posts from people I follow with topics I like is a breath of fresh air.