Karel Crombecq
@karelcrombecq.bsky.social
Game dev, procedural & graphics programmer. Lead programmer and technical director for @dungeonalchemist.bsky.social.
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Joke of the day from Moscow: Russia tried to unveil its first humanoid AI robot, Aidol. Key word: tried. The robot collapsed during its debut, forcing organizers to cut the presentation short. Their rushed attempt to lift the prop only made things worse.
November 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Joke of the day from Moscow: Russia tried to unveil its first humanoid AI robot, Aidol. Key word: tried. The robot collapsed during its debut, forcing organizers to cut the presentation short. Their rushed attempt to lift the prop only made things worse.
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Going through the negative #Steam reviews, and boy, one needs to be an arrogant, hollow shell of a man to get through these unscathed. 😁
I may quote some stuff below, just to make you all feel better about your own games.
#indiegame #indiedev
I may quote some stuff below, just to make you all feel better about your own games.
#indiegame #indiedev
November 13, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Going through the negative #Steam reviews, and boy, one needs to be an arrogant, hollow shell of a man to get through these unscathed. 😁
I may quote some stuff below, just to make you all feel better about your own games.
#indiegame #indiedev
I may quote some stuff below, just to make you all feel better about your own games.
#indiegame #indiedev
Did we just shadow drop a new update? Yes we did!
We’re giving you some treats ahead of #Halloween with these new tricks from the ‘Room for Improvement’ Update!
⚱️ Improved Asset Placement
🧺 More Furnished Asset Variety
💡 Improved Light Spawning
🍲 Better Patterns and New Assets!
#indiedev #gamedev #mapmaking
⚱️ Improved Asset Placement
🧺 More Furnished Asset Variety
💡 Improved Light Spawning
🍲 Better Patterns and New Assets!
#indiedev #gamedev #mapmaking
October 22, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Did we just shadow drop a new update? Yes we did!
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Welcome to the Starlit Sanctuary!
An Observatory & Library that can be accessed if you ever find the secret garden walls it is nestled behind! This is a place of magic and ancient knowledge overseen by a single steward! created with @dungeonalchemist.com
An Observatory & Library that can be accessed if you ever find the secret garden walls it is nestled behind! This is a place of magic and ancient knowledge overseen by a single steward! created with @dungeonalchemist.com
October 20, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Welcome to the Starlit Sanctuary!
An Observatory & Library that can be accessed if you ever find the secret garden walls it is nestled behind! This is a place of magic and ancient knowledge overseen by a single steward! created with @dungeonalchemist.com
An Observatory & Library that can be accessed if you ever find the secret garden walls it is nestled behind! This is a place of magic and ancient knowledge overseen by a single steward! created with @dungeonalchemist.com
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Okay, let's have some fun in a thread. I realized that i had never actually put together the full reel for my stream overlays. If you're never seen my stream, this is what awaits you.
So, watch this, and then I'll break down how I made this all in Dungeon Alchemist, a compositor, and OBS.
So, watch this, and then I'll break down how I made this all in Dungeon Alchemist, a compositor, and OBS.
October 17, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Okay, let's have some fun in a thread. I realized that i had never actually put together the full reel for my stream overlays. If you're never seen my stream, this is what awaits you.
So, watch this, and then I'll break down how I made this all in Dungeon Alchemist, a compositor, and OBS.
So, watch this, and then I'll break down how I made this all in Dungeon Alchemist, a compositor, and OBS.
Reposted by Karel Crombecq
Good morning, all!
A critical #Unity vulnerability issue Friday prompted an instant update to almost all Unity games worldwide.
We have implemented a patch, but may experience more issues caused by the upgrade. We apologise for any inconvenience . 🙏
A critical #Unity vulnerability issue Friday prompted an instant update to almost all Unity games worldwide.
We have implemented a patch, but may experience more issues caused by the upgrade. We apologise for any inconvenience . 🙏
October 4, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Good morning, all!
A critical #Unity vulnerability issue Friday prompted an instant update to almost all Unity games worldwide.
We have implemented a patch, but may experience more issues caused by the upgrade. We apologise for any inconvenience . 🙏
A critical #Unity vulnerability issue Friday prompted an instant update to almost all Unity games worldwide.
We have implemented a patch, but may experience more issues caused by the upgrade. We apologise for any inconvenience . 🙏
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imagine if a family of beavers randomly showed up right now and finished whatever thing you've been putting off
September 22, 2025 at 9:41 PM
imagine if a family of beavers randomly showed up right now and finished whatever thing you've been putting off
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Worlds of knowledge and adventure wait to be at your finger (or claw, or tentacle) tips in the first release of August, City Library!
Join the Patreon and start exploring!
#dnd #tabletop #ttrpg #ocsky #mapmaking #worldbuilding
Join the Patreon and start exploring!
#dnd #tabletop #ttrpg #ocsky #mapmaking #worldbuilding
August 6, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Worlds of knowledge and adventure wait to be at your finger (or claw, or tentacle) tips in the first release of August, City Library!
Join the Patreon and start exploring!
#dnd #tabletop #ttrpg #ocsky #mapmaking #worldbuilding
Join the Patreon and start exploring!
#dnd #tabletop #ttrpg #ocsky #mapmaking #worldbuilding
Amazing!
I made a 6-story map for my pirate king in
@dungeonalchemist.com to check it out and really enjoyed it! You can see the full map and read all my thoughts on the program on my Patreon: www.patreon.com/posts/134903...
Download the map to check it out or use it in your home game. youtu.be/8ILXdu9P30E
@dungeonalchemist.com to check it out and really enjoyed it! You can see the full map and read all my thoughts on the program on my Patreon: www.patreon.com/posts/134903...
Download the map to check it out or use it in your home game. youtu.be/8ILXdu9P30E
The Pirate King's Palace in Dungeon Alchemist
YouTube video by Deven Rue
youtu.be
July 26, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Amazing!
I think we have world first in this update with auto-generated roofs on any arbitrary shape you can come up with. Even The Sims doesn’t do this!
Very proud of what we did here.
Very proud of what we did here.
Great news, everyone! 🙂
The Fun with Objects update, Part 1 is LIVE!
We’re taking Dungeon Alchemist to the next level with roofs, multi-story buildings, and so, SO much more.
Download it now on #Steam
With @karelcrombecq.bsky.social & @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com
#Indiegamedev #ttrpg #dnd
The Fun with Objects update, Part 1 is LIVE!
We’re taking Dungeon Alchemist to the next level with roofs, multi-story buildings, and so, SO much more.
Download it now on #Steam
With @karelcrombecq.bsky.social & @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com
#Indiegamedev #ttrpg #dnd
July 11, 2025 at 7:35 AM
I think we have world first in this update with auto-generated roofs on any arbitrary shape you can come up with. Even The Sims doesn’t do this!
Very proud of what we did here.
Very proud of what we did here.
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We’re excited to announce the launch date of our next major update, Fun With Objects, Pt 1, is July 10, 2025!
This is the beginning of an entirely new era of Dungeon Alchemist!
Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks as we reveal all the latest tools, features, and FUN coming your way!
This is the beginning of an entirely new era of Dungeon Alchemist!
Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks as we reveal all the latest tools, features, and FUN coming your way!
June 26, 2025 at 5:01 PM
We’re excited to announce the launch date of our next major update, Fun With Objects, Pt 1, is July 10, 2025!
This is the beginning of an entirely new era of Dungeon Alchemist!
Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks as we reveal all the latest tools, features, and FUN coming your way!
This is the beginning of an entirely new era of Dungeon Alchemist!
Stay tuned over the next couple of weeks as we reveal all the latest tools, features, and FUN coming your way!
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June 17, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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This is how changing a roof style will work in the upcoming "Fun with Objects" update. 🙂 The Roofs sidebar menu is new.
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #battlemaps #dungeonalchemist
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #battlemaps #dungeonalchemist
May 23, 2025 at 1:43 PM
This is how changing a roof style will work in the upcoming "Fun with Objects" update. 🙂 The Roofs sidebar menu is new.
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #battlemaps #dungeonalchemist
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #battlemaps #dungeonalchemist
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Testing the multilevel floor swapping UI on a simple mausoleum. 🙂
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg
May 21, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Testing the multilevel floor swapping UI on a simple mausoleum. 🙂
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
#indiegamedev #ttrpg
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We know you’re all anxiously awaiting the Fun with Objects update.
After careful deliberation, we’ve split this update into two parts and hope to release the first part in early July this year.
Please read the full announcement on our Steam page for more info
steamcommunity.com/games/158853...
After careful deliberation, we’ve split this update into two parts and hope to release the first part in early July this year.
Please read the full announcement on our Steam page for more info
steamcommunity.com/games/158853...
Steam :: Dungeon Alchemist :: Fun with Objects - Release Announcement
In this news message, we announce that we are splitting the Fun with Objects Update into two parts, one focused on the multi-level part and one focused on objects.
steamcommunity.com
May 16, 2025 at 2:54 PM
We know you’re all anxiously awaiting the Fun with Objects update.
After careful deliberation, we’ve split this update into two parts and hope to release the first part in early July this year.
Please read the full announcement on our Steam page for more info
steamcommunity.com/games/158853...
After careful deliberation, we’ve split this update into two parts and hope to release the first part in early July this year.
Please read the full announcement on our Steam page for more info
steamcommunity.com/games/158853...
I’ll be speaking about the procedural systems underpinning @dungeonalchemist.com tomorrow at @everythingproc.bsky.social! Looking forward to it :).
#EPC2025 has started! We're so excited to see all of you! For live updates, check out our Instagram! www.instagram.com/everythingpr...
There's still one day left to get tickets to the conference, don't miss out! everythingprocedural.com
#everythingproc #ProcGen #Houdini #GameDev
There's still one day left to get tickets to the conference, don't miss out! everythingprocedural.com
#everythingproc #ProcGen #Houdini #GameDev
April 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
I’ll be speaking about the procedural systems underpinning @dungeonalchemist.com tomorrow at @everythingproc.bsky.social! Looking forward to it :).
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Due to financial difficulties, I am currently running a sale on my TTRPG Map commissions!
Need a custom map done? DM me, and I'll get it done in days! Now at 20% off!
Get in touch if you need some work done <3
#dnd #dndmap #ttrpg #ttrpgcommunity #commissions #artist
Need a custom map done? DM me, and I'll get it done in days! Now at 20% off!
Get in touch if you need some work done <3
#dnd #dndmap #ttrpg #ttrpgcommunity #commissions #artist
April 2, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Due to financial difficulties, I am currently running a sale on my TTRPG Map commissions!
Need a custom map done? DM me, and I'll get it done in days! Now at 20% off!
Get in touch if you need some work done <3
#dnd #dndmap #ttrpg #ttrpgcommunity #commissions #artist
Need a custom map done? DM me, and I'll get it done in days! Now at 20% off!
Get in touch if you need some work done <3
#dnd #dndmap #ttrpg #ttrpgcommunity #commissions #artist
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"Sinika the Witch's renown was largely based on her personal and delicate cultivation of the Wisteria." 🙂
Fun with Objects – Thatched Roofs and Wisteria
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #dungeonalchemist #roofs #cosy
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
Fun with Objects – Thatched Roofs and Wisteria
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #dungeonalchemist #roofs #cosy
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
April 2, 2025 at 12:21 PM
"Sinika the Witch's renown was largely based on her personal and delicate cultivation of the Wisteria." 🙂
Fun with Objects – Thatched Roofs and Wisteria
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #dungeonalchemist #roofs #cosy
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
Fun with Objects – Thatched Roofs and Wisteria
#indiegamedev #ttrpg #dungeonalchemist #roofs #cosy
with @wimdehert.dungeonalchemist.com and @karelcrombecq.bsky.social
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I sometimes forget a lot of people don't know how @dungeonalchemist.bsky.social works yet. So I'd like, if I may, to show you the basic process. 🙂
In summary: high-quality fantasy #battlemaps for your #ttrpg games in seconds.
dungeonalchemist.com
#indiegamedev #dnd #roleplay #procgen
In summary: high-quality fantasy #battlemaps for your #ttrpg games in seconds.
dungeonalchemist.com
#indiegamedev #dnd #roleplay #procgen
November 22, 2024 at 2:47 PM
I sometimes forget a lot of people don't know how @dungeonalchemist.bsky.social works yet. So I'd like, if I may, to show you the basic process. 🙂
In summary: high-quality fantasy #battlemaps for your #ttrpg games in seconds.
dungeonalchemist.com
#indiegamedev #dnd #roleplay #procgen
In summary: high-quality fantasy #battlemaps for your #ttrpg games in seconds.
dungeonalchemist.com
#indiegamedev #dnd #roleplay #procgen
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live in about 10 hours from now - subscribe/mark your calendars/tell your friends/share etc. c:
Generative AI is a Parasitic Cancer
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-opB...
Generative AI is a Parasitic Cancer
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-opB...
Generative AI is a Parasitic Cancer
YouTube video by Freya Holmér
www.youtube.com
January 2, 2025 at 11:13 AM
live in about 10 hours from now - subscribe/mark your calendars/tell your friends/share etc. c:
Generative AI is a Parasitic Cancer
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-opB...
Generative AI is a Parasitic Cancer
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-opB...
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Did you know? - Santa is a glamper! 😜
Santa's tiny home, 36x24 (magic bag trick map, done in @dungeonalchemist.com)
#DungeonAlchemist #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG #battlemap #map #free #vttready
patreon.com/heronimo + ko-fi.com/heronimo
Santa's tiny home, 36x24 (magic bag trick map, done in @dungeonalchemist.com)
#DungeonAlchemist #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG #battlemap #map #free #vttready
patreon.com/heronimo + ko-fi.com/heronimo
December 17, 2024 at 12:53 PM
Did you know? - Santa is a glamper! 😜
Santa's tiny home, 36x24 (magic bag trick map, done in @dungeonalchemist.com)
#DungeonAlchemist #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG #battlemap #map #free #vttready
patreon.com/heronimo + ko-fi.com/heronimo
Santa's tiny home, 36x24 (magic bag trick map, done in @dungeonalchemist.com)
#DungeonAlchemist #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG #battlemap #map #free #vttready
patreon.com/heronimo + ko-fi.com/heronimo
Bluesky keeps showing me pizzas and space imagery today.
Is it signaling that we are just a tiny speck in the pointless endless expanse of space and that nothing really matters and that I should just order that pizza despite knowing better because we’re all dying anyway?
Is it signaling that we are just a tiny speck in the pointless endless expanse of space and that nothing really matters and that I should just order that pizza despite knowing better because we’re all dying anyway?
December 2, 2024 at 4:23 PM
Bluesky keeps showing me pizzas and space imagery today.
Is it signaling that we are just a tiny speck in the pointless endless expanse of space and that nothing really matters and that I should just order that pizza despite knowing better because we’re all dying anyway?
Is it signaling that we are just a tiny speck in the pointless endless expanse of space and that nothing really matters and that I should just order that pizza despite knowing better because we’re all dying anyway?
Every time I see those #promosky lists I secretly hope to randomly stumble upon my soulmate™ by reading a list that is identical to the one I would write.
What a magical moment that would be.
What a magical moment that would be.
December 2, 2024 at 11:15 AM
Every time I see those #promosky lists I secretly hope to randomly stumble upon my soulmate™ by reading a list that is identical to the one I would write.
What a magical moment that would be.
What a magical moment that would be.
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Thank you for giving us a chance 😊
In case anyone's wondering
Dungeon Alchemist uses Proc-Gen
Our AI was developed entirely in-house by our amazing dev team
Our assets made in-house by our talented artists
NO public Data, Art, Maps, or 3D Models were used in the development of Dungeon Alchemist
In case anyone's wondering
Dungeon Alchemist uses Proc-Gen
Our AI was developed entirely in-house by our amazing dev team
Our assets made in-house by our talented artists
NO public Data, Art, Maps, or 3D Models were used in the development of Dungeon Alchemist
When I first saw this on Steam, with no context I heard "AI-powered" and was immediately turned off from it.
@steelcitysteph.bsky.social made a post which got me to take a second look, and actually check whether it's gen-AI.
I wouldn't be making this post if it were.
Would enjoy moving off Maptool.
@steelcitysteph.bsky.social made a post which got me to take a second look, and actually check whether it's gen-AI.
I wouldn't be making this post if it were.
Would enjoy moving off Maptool.
November 26, 2024 at 2:42 AM
Thank you for giving us a chance 😊
In case anyone's wondering
Dungeon Alchemist uses Proc-Gen
Our AI was developed entirely in-house by our amazing dev team
Our assets made in-house by our talented artists
NO public Data, Art, Maps, or 3D Models were used in the development of Dungeon Alchemist
In case anyone's wondering
Dungeon Alchemist uses Proc-Gen
Our AI was developed entirely in-house by our amazing dev team
Our assets made in-house by our talented artists
NO public Data, Art, Maps, or 3D Models were used in the development of Dungeon Alchemist
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🚨Giveaway Alert🚨
Want a FREE copy of Dungeon Alchemist ⚗️?
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🎉Winner announced Sat, 11/30/24 @ 12 PM PST!
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#IndieDev #Giveaway #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG
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#IndieDev #Giveaway #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG
November 23, 2024 at 10:55 PM
🚨Giveaway Alert🚨
Want a FREE copy of Dungeon Alchemist ⚗️?
To Enter:
1️⃣ Follow us
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2️⃣ Reply below w/ a screenshot of Dungeon Alchemist in your Steam Library or Wishlist
🎉Winner announced Sat, 11/30/24 @ 12 PM PST!
store.steampowered.com/app/1588530/...
#IndieDev #Giveaway #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG
Want a FREE copy of Dungeon Alchemist ⚗️?
To Enter:
1️⃣ Follow us
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2️⃣ Reply below w/ a screenshot of Dungeon Alchemist in your Steam Library or Wishlist
🎉Winner announced Sat, 11/30/24 @ 12 PM PST!
store.steampowered.com/app/1588530/...
#IndieDev #Giveaway #DND #Pathfinder #TTRPG