Kristian Kivijärvi
@routasoft.bsky.social
Game lover & dev student in Karelia University of Applied Sciences.
- I've dreamed of making games for 29 years since I got an SNES as a 5-years-old
🔥 My game; The Void: https://steampowered.com/app/3368200/
My photography acc: @routainen.bsky.social
- I've dreamed of making games for 29 years since I got an SNES as a 5-years-old
🔥 My game; The Void: https://steampowered.com/app/3368200/
My photography acc: @routainen.bsky.social
A question to all of you Steam gamers out there:
Do you ever check out Steam next fests to try game demos? Have you found something interesting there?
Considering being there with a demo of #TheVoid next June. Also eyeballing August release, but not set it stone yet. 🤔
#Indiedev #game #TheVoid
Do you ever check out Steam next fests to try game demos? Have you found something interesting there?
Considering being there with a demo of #TheVoid next June. Also eyeballing August release, but not set it stone yet. 🤔
#Indiedev #game #TheVoid
February 11, 2025 at 9:48 PM
There is a running joke in software dev circles of when you estimate how long a feature takes to make, multiply it by 3.
Ironically random win rewards phase took me nearly 30h instead of planned 10h, but hey, it's done. 😂
I'll post a video of it in action tomorrow. 👍
#TheVoid #The1MonthGame
Ironically random win rewards phase took me nearly 30h instead of planned 10h, but hey, it's done. 😂
I'll post a video of it in action tomorrow. 👍
#TheVoid #The1MonthGame
January 30, 2025 at 4:32 PM
There is a running joke in software dev circles of when you estimate how long a feature takes to make, multiply it by 3.
Ironically random win rewards phase took me nearly 30h instead of planned 10h, but hey, it's done. 😂
I'll post a video of it in action tomorrow. 👍
#TheVoid #The1MonthGame
Ironically random win rewards phase took me nearly 30h instead of planned 10h, but hey, it's done. 😂
I'll post a video of it in action tomorrow. 👍
#TheVoid #The1MonthGame
Update on #TheVoid, at last! 🥳
This update was kinda outside the masterplan (it's part of polishing), but it really changed the feel of battles and brought more depth to the battles.
Check out "speed and turns update":
But wait, there is more! Stay tuned tomorrow. :D
This update was kinda outside the masterplan (it's part of polishing), but it really changed the feel of battles and brought more depth to the battles.
Check out "speed and turns update":
But wait, there is more! Stay tuned tomorrow. :D
January 29, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Update on #TheVoid, at last! 🥳
This update was kinda outside the masterplan (it's part of polishing), but it really changed the feel of battles and brought more depth to the battles.
Check out "speed and turns update":
But wait, there is more! Stay tuned tomorrow. :D
This update was kinda outside the masterplan (it's part of polishing), but it really changed the feel of battles and brought more depth to the battles.
Check out "speed and turns update":
But wait, there is more! Stay tuned tomorrow. :D
There can never be too many cat pics in the world, so here's another of Hupsu. 😺
December 22, 2024 at 6:07 PM
There can never be too many cat pics in the world, so here's another of Hupsu. 😺
Wow, such a specific pack! Still have room for one cat owner indie dev? :)
This is Hupsu on the top (translated: Silly) and Pöpi below him (translated: Crazy). Our two ragdoll brothers. :D
This is Hupsu on the top (translated: Silly) and Pöpi below him (translated: Crazy). Our two ragdoll brothers. :D
December 22, 2024 at 6:05 PM
Wow, such a specific pack! Still have room for one cat owner indie dev? :)
This is Hupsu on the top (translated: Silly) and Pöpi below him (translated: Crazy). Our two ragdoll brothers. :D
This is Hupsu on the top (translated: Silly) and Pöpi below him (translated: Crazy). Our two ragdoll brothers. :D
Share a screenshot or memory of a game that defined your childhood.
December 21, 2024 at 4:10 PM
Share a screenshot or memory of a game that defined your childhood.
Name a game that seemed "meh" at first, but hooked you on the first try.
I'll start: Vampire Survivors.
The graphics aren't the best, it looked messy and uninteresting.
But I tried it anyways; could not put it down for hours, until realizing I should've been in bed a long time ago.
Yours?
I'll start: Vampire Survivors.
The graphics aren't the best, it looked messy and uninteresting.
But I tried it anyways; could not put it down for hours, until realizing I should've been in bed a long time ago.
Yours?
December 13, 2024 at 6:28 PM
Name a game that seemed "meh" at first, but hooked you on the first try.
I'll start: Vampire Survivors.
The graphics aren't the best, it looked messy and uninteresting.
But I tried it anyways; could not put it down for hours, until realizing I should've been in bed a long time ago.
Yours?
I'll start: Vampire Survivors.
The graphics aren't the best, it looked messy and uninteresting.
But I tried it anyways; could not put it down for hours, until realizing I should've been in bed a long time ago.
Yours?
Name a game/game series that’s criminally underrated and deserves more love.
I’ll go first: Disgaea (the series). What’s yours?
I’ll go first: Disgaea (the series). What’s yours?
December 3, 2024 at 4:02 PM
Name a game/game series that’s criminally underrated and deserves more love.
I’ll go first: Disgaea (the series). What’s yours?
I’ll go first: Disgaea (the series). What’s yours?
29 years ago, a 5-year-old boy unwrapped an SNES and fell in love with gaming. Soon, he was crafting adventures on paper, dreaming one day they would be real.
It's finally real! 😭 Your support is invaluable. ❤️
#TheVoid Wishlisting is open, all feedback is welcome.🫣
➡️ steampowered.com/app/3368200/
It's finally real! 😭 Your support is invaluable. ❤️
#TheVoid Wishlisting is open, all feedback is welcome.🫣
➡️ steampowered.com/app/3368200/
November 30, 2024 at 3:28 PM
29 years ago, a 5-year-old boy unwrapped an SNES and fell in love with gaming. Soon, he was crafting adventures on paper, dreaming one day they would be real.
It's finally real! 😭 Your support is invaluable. ❤️
#TheVoid Wishlisting is open, all feedback is welcome.🫣
➡️ steampowered.com/app/3368200/
It's finally real! 😭 Your support is invaluable. ❤️
#TheVoid Wishlisting is open, all feedback is welcome.🫣
➡️ steampowered.com/app/3368200/
We named our robot vacuum cleaner "Malfoy" with my fiancée (probably because we were listening to Harry Potter audiobooks at the time we got it, lol).
And yes, that the actual stricker on it. 😂
And yes, that the actual stricker on it. 😂
November 29, 2024 at 9:37 PM
We named our robot vacuum cleaner "Malfoy" with my fiancée (probably because we were listening to Harry Potter audiobooks at the time we got it, lol).
And yes, that the actual stricker on it. 😂
And yes, that the actual stricker on it. 😂
Nearing 3K! Thank you so much for the support, I'm speechless! 🥳
#TheVoid update:
Now the player can read what status effects and moves do. Yay!
Next phase defines the roguelite side; choose one boost from a random selection by winning battles.
Steam page still in review.
#The1MonthGame
#TheVoid update:
Now the player can read what status effects and moves do. Yay!
Next phase defines the roguelite side; choose one boost from a random selection by winning battles.
Steam page still in review.
#The1MonthGame
November 26, 2024 at 5:25 PM
Nearing 3K! Thank you so much for the support, I'm speechless! 🥳
#TheVoid update:
Now the player can read what status effects and moves do. Yay!
Next phase defines the roguelite side; choose one boost from a random selection by winning battles.
Steam page still in review.
#The1MonthGame
#TheVoid update:
Now the player can read what status effects and moves do. Yay!
Next phase defines the roguelite side; choose one boost from a random selection by winning battles.
Steam page still in review.
#The1MonthGame
Been silent for couple of days, but #TheVoid is coming along!
I've had to "borrow" some time from the publishing phase to setup the Steam store, which I'll submit for review today. So wishlisting will open in couple of days!
In the meanwhile, here's some footage of new encounters:
#The1MonthGame
I've had to "borrow" some time from the publishing phase to setup the Steam store, which I'll submit for review today. So wishlisting will open in couple of days!
In the meanwhile, here's some footage of new encounters:
#The1MonthGame
November 23, 2024 at 11:21 PM
Been silent for couple of days, but #TheVoid is coming along!
I've had to "borrow" some time from the publishing phase to setup the Steam store, which I'll submit for review today. So wishlisting will open in couple of days!
In the meanwhile, here's some footage of new encounters:
#The1MonthGame
I've had to "borrow" some time from the publishing phase to setup the Steam store, which I'll submit for review today. So wishlisting will open in couple of days!
In the meanwhile, here's some footage of new encounters:
#The1MonthGame
Keychron K8 Pro with blue switches and steelseries prism caps for that sweet RGB lighting. Absolutely love it for programming!
November 22, 2024 at 10:36 PM
Keychron K8 Pro with blue switches and steelseries prism caps for that sweet RGB lighting. Absolutely love it for programming!
I was accepted as a Steam partner this morning! 🥳 Now I just need to setup the page for #TheVoid and wishlisting is on. I'll post another update on this later.
On other news, we are right on track with the masterplan as well.
Can't thank you enough for the continuous support! 🔥
#The1MonthGame
On other news, we are right on track with the masterplan as well.
Can't thank you enough for the continuous support! 🔥
#The1MonthGame
November 18, 2024 at 4:03 PM
I was accepted as a Steam partner this morning! 🥳 Now I just need to setup the page for #TheVoid and wishlisting is on. I'll post another update on this later.
On other news, we are right on track with the masterplan as well.
Can't thank you enough for the continuous support! 🔥
#The1MonthGame
On other news, we are right on track with the masterplan as well.
Can't thank you enough for the continuous support! 🔥
#The1MonthGame
When you step into #TheVoid, the key to survival is mastering the 4 unique Spiritual Forms.
Each form comes with its own special abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, offering countless ways to strategize and adapt.
Can you harness their full potential?
#The1MonthGame
#IndieGame
Each form comes with its own special abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, offering countless ways to strategize and adapt.
Can you harness their full potential?
#The1MonthGame
#IndieGame
November 16, 2024 at 4:56 PM
When you step into #TheVoid, the key to survival is mastering the 4 unique Spiritual Forms.
Each form comes with its own special abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, offering countless ways to strategize and adapt.
Can you harness their full potential?
#The1MonthGame
#IndieGame
Each form comes with its own special abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, offering countless ways to strategize and adapt.
Can you harness their full potential?
#The1MonthGame
#IndieGame
Wow, Bluesky—you’re amazing! 🎉
In just 4 days, over 700 incredible people have decided to follow along on my indie game dev journey. I’m absolutely floored by the love and support—thank you!
Here’s the latest progress update on #The1MonthGame (aka #TheVoid).
In just 4 days, over 700 incredible people have decided to follow along on my indie game dev journey. I’m absolutely floored by the love and support—thank you!
Here’s the latest progress update on #The1MonthGame (aka #TheVoid).
November 15, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Wow, Bluesky—you’re amazing! 🎉
In just 4 days, over 700 incredible people have decided to follow along on my indie game dev journey. I’m absolutely floored by the love and support—thank you!
Here’s the latest progress update on #The1MonthGame (aka #TheVoid).
In just 4 days, over 700 incredible people have decided to follow along on my indie game dev journey. I’m absolutely floored by the love and support—thank you!
Here’s the latest progress update on #The1MonthGame (aka #TheVoid).
In #TheVoid, both you and the opponent can set up shields to protect oneself from attacks.
Each success in the reels grants 1 shield layer; a shield layer blocks 1 direct attack, then breaks.
Upkeeping shields is a vital part of the strategic gameplay, but more on that later.
#The1MonthGame
Each success in the reels grants 1 shield layer; a shield layer blocks 1 direct attack, then breaks.
Upkeeping shields is a vital part of the strategic gameplay, but more on that later.
#The1MonthGame
November 14, 2024 at 4:46 PM
In #TheVoid, both you and the opponent can set up shields to protect oneself from attacks.
Each success in the reels grants 1 shield layer; a shield layer blocks 1 direct attack, then breaks.
Upkeeping shields is a vital part of the strategic gameplay, but more on that later.
#The1MonthGame
Each success in the reels grants 1 shield layer; a shield layer blocks 1 direct attack, then breaks.
Upkeeping shields is a vital part of the strategic gameplay, but more on that later.
#The1MonthGame
Ok, here's the current status of #The1MonthGame challenge. To anybody who has any experience in developing, this timeline might seem insane — it might be.
But, I have a secret weapon: 8 years worth of ready-made systems, effects and assets. Let's put all those forgotten projects to use!
#TheVoid
But, I have a secret weapon: 8 years worth of ready-made systems, effects and assets. Let's put all those forgotten projects to use!
#TheVoid
November 12, 2024 at 7:50 PM
Ok, here's the current status of #The1MonthGame challenge. To anybody who has any experience in developing, this timeline might seem insane — it might be.
But, I have a secret weapon: 8 years worth of ready-made systems, effects and assets. Let's put all those forgotten projects to use!
#TheVoid
But, I have a secret weapon: 8 years worth of ready-made systems, effects and assets. Let's put all those forgotten projects to use!
#TheVoid
I challenged myself to make and publish a game within 1 month.
Day 5: A completed battle system for my incremental rogue-lite "The Void".
Roll the reels to determine the outcome of your attacks, switch your form to get a better match-up. How far can you survive before another soul crushes you?
Day 5: A completed battle system for my incremental rogue-lite "The Void".
Roll the reels to determine the outcome of your attacks, switch your form to get a better match-up. How far can you survive before another soul crushes you?
November 11, 2024 at 11:44 AM
I challenged myself to make and publish a game within 1 month.
Day 5: A completed battle system for my incremental rogue-lite "The Void".
Roll the reels to determine the outcome of your attacks, switch your form to get a better match-up. How far can you survive before another soul crushes you?
Day 5: A completed battle system for my incremental rogue-lite "The Void".
Roll the reels to determine the outcome of your attacks, switch your form to get a better match-up. How far can you survive before another soul crushes you?
#1,915,209, didn't think I was that early. But pretty cool. :)
September 19, 2024 at 5:44 PM
#1,915,209, didn't think I was that early. But pretty cool. :)
The moment you realize you can change property names in Visual Studio simply by right clicking and selecting "Rename", instead of going through hundreds of errors like you have been doing for years. 🤦♂️
#indiegame #indiedev #programming #developer
#indiegame #indiedev #programming #developer
November 14, 2023 at 4:51 PM
The moment you realize you can change property names in Visual Studio simply by right clicking and selecting "Rename", instead of going through hundreds of errors like you have been doing for years. 🤦♂️
#indiegame #indiedev #programming #developer
#indiegame #indiedev #programming #developer