DevDave
@davidhardie.net
Game Developer @ HardieSoftworks in Ottawa.
📱 All my projects: davidhardie.net/projects.html
📱 All my projects: davidhardie.net/projects.html
Any need by #UnrealEngine users for an analog controller plugin?
It converts player input into 360 degree values, normalized values, and square coordinates.
It also gives designers a quick way to change deadzones.
If there's interest I can go thru the effort to make it available (free)
#gamedev
It converts player input into 360 degree values, normalized values, and square coordinates.
It also gives designers a quick way to change deadzones.
If there's interest I can go thru the effort to make it available (free)
#gamedev
October 22, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Any need by #UnrealEngine users for an analog controller plugin?
It converts player input into 360 degree values, normalized values, and square coordinates.
It also gives designers a quick way to change deadzones.
If there's interest I can go thru the effort to make it available (free)
#gamedev
It converts player input into 360 degree values, normalized values, and square coordinates.
It also gives designers a quick way to change deadzones.
If there's interest I can go thru the effort to make it available (free)
#gamedev
Continuation of my #nhl sprites. I can paint team "kits" in a generic .png file and apply them to a model that mimics UV maps, but for #pixelart.
This way I only have to draw a sprite once and then I can create new team variations quickly.
I think this is similar to how they did it for NHL94
This way I only have to draw a sprite once and then I can create new team variations quickly.
I think this is similar to how they did it for NHL94
October 16, 2025 at 12:30 AM
In my game, you play as a 🐦birb. You've got a wacky beak that can be used like a springboard to launch around levels.
Not persuaded yet? There's also an 🐘elephant with a wacky trunk that can grab things.
Still not convinced? How about 75% off?
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
🎮 #gamedev
Not persuaded yet? There's also an 🐘elephant with a wacky trunk that can grab things.
Still not convinced? How about 75% off?
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
🎮 #gamedev
September 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In my game, you play as a 🐦birb. You've got a wacky beak that can be used like a springboard to launch around levels.
Not persuaded yet? There's also an 🐘elephant with a wacky trunk that can grab things.
Still not convinced? How about 75% off?
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
🎮 #gamedev
Not persuaded yet? There's also an 🐘elephant with a wacky trunk that can grab things.
Still not convinced? How about 75% off?
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
🎮 #gamedev
Trying out some low poly modelling with low resolution texturing. My first experience in Blockbench. Even if it is missing functionality that Blender has, I found it more fun. I think the limitations help with establishing a style!
#3dmodelling #pixelart #lowpoly
#3dmodelling #pixelart #lowpoly
September 19, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Trying out some low poly modelling with low resolution texturing. My first experience in Blockbench. Even if it is missing functionality that Blender has, I found it more fun. I think the limitations help with establishing a style!
#3dmodelling #pixelart #lowpoly
#3dmodelling #pixelart #lowpoly
I've been working on custom client authoritative movement AND abilities. The client pawn is using two abilities; a jump and then a "pounce". Net simulation is "bad" (100-200 ping with 5% loss).
The client appears smooth on the server and gives a great experience for the player.
#UE5 #gamedev
The client appears smooth on the server and gives a great experience for the player.
#UE5 #gamedev
September 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Hey #gamedev, add accessibility options and button customization. It gives people options to play the way that's best/most expressive for them.
It was a pita to make them but I'm glad I did, and so is this lovely reviewer.
It was a pita to make them but I'm glad I did, and so is this lovely reviewer.
September 2, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Hey #gamedev, add accessibility options and button customization. It gives people options to play the way that's best/most expressive for them.
It was a pita to make them but I'm glad I did, and so is this lovely reviewer.
It was a pita to make them but I'm glad I did, and so is this lovely reviewer.
August 25, 2025 at 9:51 PM
It's ready. Help me share the news, Bluesky!
Kiopioke Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is out now. It adds a new adventure, new character, new area and more!
To celebrate, the game is 70% off for a short time.
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
#indiegame 🎮 #gamedev #bigupdate #pixel
Kiopioke Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is out now. It adds a new adventure, new character, new area and more!
To celebrate, the game is 70% off for a short time.
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
#indiegame 🎮 #gamedev #bigupdate #pixel
August 21, 2025 at 3:45 PM
It's ready. Help me share the news, Bluesky!
Kiopioke Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is out now. It adds a new adventure, new character, new area and more!
To celebrate, the game is 70% off for a short time.
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
#indiegame 🎮 #gamedev #bigupdate #pixel
Kiopioke Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is out now. It adds a new adventure, new character, new area and more!
To celebrate, the game is 70% off for a short time.
store.steampowered.com/app/2696660/...
#indiegame 🎮 #gamedev #bigupdate #pixel
Re-imagining levels for different characters is really fun. In this case, I added some platforms to keep Rupert bouncing because he doesn't have a wall slide like Kiopioke and his hit box is a little different too. Both factors change the timing just enough to matter.
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal 🎮
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal 🎮
August 20, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Re-imagining levels for different characters is really fun. In this case, I added some platforms to keep Rupert bouncing because he doesn't have a wall slide like Kiopioke and his hit box is a little different too. Both factors change the timing just enough to matter.
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal 🎮
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal 🎮
Woohoo!
Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is coming to Kiopioke on Aug 21. Read more about it here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/269...
#indiegame #gamedev 🎮 #bigupdate
Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is coming to Kiopioke on Aug 21. Read more about it here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/269...
#indiegame #gamedev 🎮 #bigupdate
August 20, 2025 at 12:48 AM
Woohoo!
Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is coming to Kiopioke on Aug 21. Read more about it here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/269...
#indiegame #gamedev 🎮 #bigupdate
Patch 1.1: Rupert's Delivery is coming to Kiopioke on Aug 21. Read more about it here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/269...
#indiegame #gamedev 🎮 #bigupdate
LMAO @natalieisnot.stream I just noticed this while doing some testing; my translator translated your name into French.
I asked what he was doing and he meme shrugged. (I'm keeping it like this btw)
#gamedev
I asked what he was doing and he meme shrugged. (I'm keeping it like this btw)
#gamedev
August 19, 2025 at 6:51 PM
LMAO @natalieisnot.stream I just noticed this while doing some testing; my translator translated your name into French.
I asked what he was doing and he meme shrugged. (I'm keeping it like this btw)
#gamedev
I asked what he was doing and he meme shrugged. (I'm keeping it like this btw)
#gamedev
Here's what Steam compares my game to. The first 3/4 are direct inspirations, so I think they did pretty well.
#gamedev #indiegame
#gamedev #indiegame
August 18, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Here's what Steam compares my game to. The first 3/4 are direct inspirations, so I think they did pretty well.
#gamedev #indiegame
#gamedev #indiegame
Rupert gets around the world with his special trunk.
When in range of a hook, the player can press a button to grab and then launch. They have to mind their timing, trajectory, and space.
Different design from Kiopioke and a fun thing to build. Patch very soon!
#gamedev #indiegame
When in range of a hook, the player can press a button to grab and then launch. They have to mind their timing, trajectory, and space.
Different design from Kiopioke and a fun thing to build. Patch very soon!
#gamedev #indiegame
August 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Rupert gets around the world with his special trunk.
When in range of a hook, the player can press a button to grab and then launch. They have to mind their timing, trajectory, and space.
Different design from Kiopioke and a fun thing to build. Patch very soon!
#gamedev #indiegame
When in range of a hook, the player can press a button to grab and then launch. They have to mind their timing, trajectory, and space.
Different design from Kiopioke and a fun thing to build. Patch very soon!
#gamedev #indiegame
Looks like we've reached the witch hunt stage of accusing everyone of using AI in their games.
This behaviour will only push small developers to the "fuck it" stage where they just use AI, since they are going to be accused anyways.
#gamedev
This behaviour will only push small developers to the "fuck it" stage where they just use AI, since they are going to be accused anyways.
#gamedev
August 9, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Looks like we've reached the witch hunt stage of accusing everyone of using AI in their games.
This behaviour will only push small developers to the "fuck it" stage where they just use AI, since they are going to be accused anyways.
#gamedev
This behaviour will only push small developers to the "fuck it" stage where they just use AI, since they are going to be accused anyways.
#gamedev
When you are a solo dev, you gotta do a bunch of different things like capsule art. You need it fast, so you'll frantically make something. Then you'll maybe have time to redo it a year later.
Anyways, here's what that looks like (newer first)
#indiegame #gamedev #art #steam #originalcharacter
Anyways, here's what that looks like (newer first)
#indiegame #gamedev #art #steam #originalcharacter
August 7, 2025 at 2:58 AM
When you are a solo dev, you gotta do a bunch of different things like capsule art. You need it fast, so you'll frantically make something. Then you'll maybe have time to redo it a year later.
Anyways, here's what that looks like (newer first)
#indiegame #gamedev #art #steam #originalcharacter
Anyways, here's what that looks like (newer first)
#indiegame #gamedev #art #steam #originalcharacter
Kiopioke is my first commercial game and has been selected as part of Debut Festival 2025 hosted by @gamedevist.bsky.social
This fest showcases debut releases from developers.
It runs on Steam from Aug 7-11.
#indiegame #gamedev #gamefest #platformer
This fest showcases debut releases from developers.
It runs on Steam from Aug 7-11.
#indiegame #gamedev #gamefest #platformer
August 5, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Kiopioke is my first commercial game and has been selected as part of Debut Festival 2025 hosted by @gamedevist.bsky.social
This fest showcases debut releases from developers.
It runs on Steam from Aug 7-11.
#indiegame #gamedev #gamefest #platformer
This fest showcases debut releases from developers.
It runs on Steam from Aug 7-11.
#indiegame #gamedev #gamefest #platformer
DLC alpha invites just went out. Getting that anxious/excited feeling again.
Here's a #pixelart of a returning character who has received a small glow-up: Waffles!
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal
Here's a #pixelart of a returning character who has received a small glow-up: Waffles!
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal
August 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
DLC alpha invites just went out. Getting that anxious/excited feeling again.
Here's a #pixelart of a returning character who has received a small glow-up: Waffles!
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal
Here's a #pixelart of a returning character who has received a small glow-up: Waffles!
#indiegame #gamedev #unreal
July 31, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Some #pixelart for the new mechanic in the upcoming DLC. Alpha testing is starting soon.
#indiegame #gamedev
#indiegame #gamedev
July 30, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Some #pixelart for the new mechanic in the upcoming DLC. Alpha testing is starting soon.
#indiegame #gamedev
#indiegame #gamedev
Great, the porn bot followers are here 😮💨
July 25, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Great, the porn bot followers are here 😮💨
Tomorrow marks one year since Kiopioke was released...and there's more to come. More info dropping tomorrow.
#indiegamedev #solodev #birds #bigupdate
#indiegamedev #solodev #birds #bigupdate
July 17, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Tomorrow marks one year since Kiopioke was released...and there's more to come. More info dropping tomorrow.
#indiegamedev #solodev #birds #bigupdate
#indiegamedev #solodev #birds #bigupdate