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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · 5d

📲 Scan the QR above to download & I’ll be gifting a few in-app purchase promo codes for Monster Walk to people who comment or repost as thanks for helping us spread the word!

#gamelaunch #fitnessgaming #founderjourney

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · 5d

Yesterday, we launched Monster Walk: Step Adventure in the US and Europe! This week has been a nonstop sprint - I did a 1:25 half-marathon PR on Sunday (6:32 min/mile)!

In just the first 8 hours after launch, players already took 30 million steps and collected 15,000 monsters!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 28

Here's the link to the collection! play.google.com/store/apps/e...

Marathon-bound? Get ready for Sydney

Gear up for the legendary Sydney Marathon with exclusive in-game events and challenges. Race through virtual streets, unlock limited-time rewards, and prove your endurance.

play.google.com

Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 28

Last week was a whirlwind of three talks and panels about creating “games for good” for Gen Z, and bringing that to @PlayMonsterWalk.

Can’t wait to share more soon!

#gamedevelopment #fitnessgaming #gamescom

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 28

Proud to see Run Legends, @talofagames.bsky.social first fitness game, featured by Google Play for the Sydney Marathon — a race on my bucket list!

After a week of daily runs through Cologne during devcom + gamescom, I felt firsthand how powerful it is to have fitness games to play.

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 15

Thrilled to join the speaker lineup at gamescom and devcom this year! 🫡

Thank you to the @igdafoundation.org , @igda.org , and @getwigi.com for having me as a speaker and panelist!

I'll also be a part of the @amazefest.bsky.social hypertalks on Thursday!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 7

Monster Walk is up for pre-order and pre-reg (with early access in a few places)! I’ll be at gamescom in two weeks with some fun updates in store.

Sign up here🔗 www.talofagames.com/play

#founderjourney #gamedevelopment #indiegaming #fitnessgaming

Talofa Games

We create fitness games that are good for you!

www.talofagames.com

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Aug 7

As a Gen Z founder, I’m building the game I wish I had growing up.

I had a blast speaking with Aaron at @pocketgamerbiz.bsky.social about the development process for our new game, Monster Walk , and our plans for @talofagames.bsky.social!

www.pocketgamer.biz/how-talofa-g...

How Talofa Games' Monster Walk aims to stand out from Pokémon Go

Walking-based mobile games have been experimented with for many years, racing forward with 2016’s Pokémon Go and evolving into new forms ever since.

www.pocketgamer.biz

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 31

2/2🧵Meeting the Porter team and @cindywangders at the start with prizes on the line gave me the push I needed to negative split.

Running a surprise marathon reinforced how powerful gamified movement can be — pre-reg and pre-order Monster Walk @talofagames.bsky.social now! www.talofagames.com/play

Talofa Games

We create fitness games that are good for you!

www.talofagames.com

Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 31

1/2🧵 I ran a marathon with zero training—and finished 9th overall. Here’s what happened.

I ran the SF Marathon this weekend thanks to a last-minute sponsorship from Porter.run! I finished 3rd in the open division and 9th overall among women with a 3:03 — close to my PR!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 29

Here's the article: android-developers.googleblog.com/2025/07/wear...!

I'll be at gamescom in a few weeks, and would love to meet up with partners interested in working with us to take these types of experiences to millions more players.

#founderjourney #fitnessgaming #fitnessjourney

#WeArePlay: 10 million downloads and counting, meet app and game founders from across the U.S.

Meet U.S. founders who created apps and games on Google Play to solve personal challenges, innovating their way into widely impactful solutions.

android-developers.googleblog.com

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 29

Proud to see @talofagames.bsky.social featured by Google Play in their #WeArePlay global campaign for developers making a positive impact!

Over 7 million steps have been taken in the Monster Walk, already 7x more than last week!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 17

1 million steps taken already.

Blown away by the steps, coverage, and now a Google Play feature for Monster Walk and @talofagames.bsky.social !

I'll be at #Gamescom2025 for the first time! DM me if you’ll be there and want an early preview of what's next, or to join me for a walk and steps!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 15

🧵5/5: Thanks to @deantak.bsky.social
for covering the piece here: gamesbeat.com/talofa-games...

#fitnessgaming #fitnessmotivation #newgame #startup #mobilegaming

Talofa Games unveils Monster Walk mobile walking game

Recognized by Apple and Google as an up-and-coming next-generation developer, Talofa Games announced that its second title, Monster Walk, is now available in early access in some...

gamesbeat.com

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 15

🧵4/5: Pre-order the game on Android here: play.google.com/store/apps/d...

Monster Walk: Step Adventure - Apps on Google Play

Discover quirky monsters and explore a world that unfold as you walk.

play.google.com

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 15

🧵3/5 Pre-order the game on iOS: apps.apple.com/us/app/monst...

‎Monster Walk: Step Adventure

‎Turn Every Step Into an Epic RPG Quest! Step into an epic adventure where your daily steps fuel your journey through a world on the rise from ruin. Battle fog, free trapped monsters, and restore a wo...

apps.apple.com

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 15

🧵 2/5 I’m thrilled to announce @talofagames.bsky.social 's second mobile game: Monster Walk! Following Run Legends’ success, Monster Walk turns your real-world steps into a whimsical RPG adventure.

Early access & pre-registration are now live on iOS & Android in select regions!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jul 15

🧵 1/5 I thought the only way to stay motivated was to train harder. I was wrong.

As a sub-3-hour marathoner, I know how tough motivation can be. While building Monster Walk with @talofagames.bsky.social, I discovered something magical: reconnecting with drive in a way that’s light and sustainable.

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Jun 6

Jumped off a boat into SF Bay to face pre-launch jitters! 💪
Finished my first tri: Escape from Alcatraz — 2:53, 11th in my age group, 36th woman.

Rough swim, slow bike (I need more training), strong run (5th in age group).

If founder stress gets to you… a triathlon clears the mind!

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · May 15

3/ We're building a new game that transforms your real-world steps into in-game energy. It's part walking, part habit-building, part adventure.

If that sounds like something that excites you, we're heading into Closed Beta soon! Sign up to hear when our closed beta is available: t.co/BErphdXWiW

https://docsend.com/view/vr9ws7f5j5twbmsj

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · May 15

2/ This weekend I spoke at #paxeast2025 with Kruti at
@healthygamergg.bsky.social , Jason and Trevor at Mightier on building healthier games for the next generation—games for good.

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · May 15

1/ Ran 28 miles for my 28th birthday—my longest run ever—because startups don’t stop running. 💥

Here’s a quick update on
@talofagames.bsky.social, what we did at #paxeast2025, and a sneak peek for what’s next 🧵 #founderjourney

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Apr 23

3/3🏃We’re building a walking game powered by movement and imagination. It helped me finish the race. If you want to be among the first to try it, we’ve got a sneak peek coming soon to our newsletter: 💌 docsend.com/view/f6su6hy...

#FoundersWhoRun #GameDev #bostonmarathon2025

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Apr 23

2/3🏃😅 Oh—and yesterday I logged 50,000 steps. Why does that matter?

Because our new mobile game turns real-world steps into in-game progress. 👣🎮

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Jenny Xu | Talofa Games @xujennyc.bsky.social · Apr 23

1/3🏃Ran my first #BostonMarathon this week—3:02 on the hilly course after aiming for sub-3:00. Not perfect, but I’m darn proud. What made it even more special? I ran it with my mom. A dream since my MIT days, and something I’ll never forget. ❤️

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