iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

It's my blueprint and I'm allowed to leave funny comments to myself if I want to.

Screenshot of a Unreal Engine blueprint code. There are two comments, reading "THIS MACRO IS AN OFFENSE TO GOD" and "AND ALSO ME"

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Tasty tasty character designwork going on over here 👌 🔥

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Shoutout to the tunnel vision game dev gives you. Made a whole checkout system where the NPC brings their items up, I scan it, give them their money, and they leave. Real proud of it. Then I got asked when they give me money. I was paying them to buy things from the store. I'm so good at this.

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Chappu @chappuvt.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

It's almost spooky month so time to share my starter pack of amazing horror #gamedev s who don't use AI. If you want to be added it would be awesome if you told me a bit about the cool #horrorgame you're working on✨ Also if I'm following you but you're not in this pack pls leave a comment as well♥️

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I'm really tired of being unemployed.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Someday I'll work on beautiful, expansive levels in games with complex and unique systems and mechanics. For today, I am over the moon that I am simulating the retail experience, one janky interaction at a time. 😁 #UE5 #IndieGameDev #IndieDev #ItWorks #ITJUSTWORKS #RAAAAAAH

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This video from game trailer master Derek Lieu is extremely insightful for any indie dev unsure of whether they should make a Short or Trailer to promote their game. He highlights the goals and differences of both in a way I hadn't yet considered. Now I'm excited to eventually work on both!

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

State Trees, release to me your secrets! Finding the pros and cons to putting AI behavior in a regular blueprint vs using the State Tree system has been fun. And demystifying NPC creation has been such a treat! It's all less scary once you start to get it to work. #UE5 #IndieDev #GameDev

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

It's finally time to really absorb state trees and AI controllers. Starting off simple with a basic MoveTo loop before diving into the complex tasks. Honestly, though, this really isn't much different from your typical Sunday afternoon retail crowd... #UnrealEngine5 #IndieDev #ScootScoot

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Finding several other women in a Deadlock quickplay game and one of us speaks over chat and the rest of us jump in like— There's dozens of us out there. Dozens!!

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

We've got a basic whitebox! Working with state trees and moving models means getting a basic space up and running and see how they perform in it. Even this little simple set up has me itching to get into detailed level design. All in good time. #IndieDev #Indie #GameDev

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Eternal Skies TCG RPG @eternalskies.neocities.org · 05/09/2026

Daniel is sharing his starter pack of game devs that don't use AI, so I figured rather than just repost it, I would quote post it with my three no AI game dev starter packs. go.bsky.app/6DRdowf go.bsky.app/AS5R4p7 go.bsky.app/7K7JDCJ

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

When attempts to fix bugs in your game somehow break things more so the bug list keeps growing and you're not sure which one to fix first and they ask you how you're doing— #UE5 #GameDev #IndieDev #WhyAreTheyDisobeyingPhysics #AndAllOfMyCode #AreTheyPossessed #Help

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I am so SO proud of this interaction code between my bottles and shelf/box blueprints. Bottles can be picked up/placed in boxes and shelves, then boxes picked up and moved. It's basic, all things considered, but getting this working smoothly was a huge challenge! #IndieDev #GameDev #UE5

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

After spending two entire days on a multi-array problem I can firmly say that arrays were made by the devil and have been placed on this earth to test my resolve at continuing to game dev.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

When you spend an extra several hours in the engine working on your code for one 10-second bit. Loving how it's starting to look. 🥰 #UnrealEngine5 #IndieDev #GameDev #IHadACustomerLikeThisOnce

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Oh yeah. It's all coming together.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I love being able to showcase all the interactions I'm coding into my game, but man does my store attract some weirdos. #UE5 #HorrorGame #IndieDev #HorrorDev #GameDev #NightShiftAmIRight?

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

It should be illegal to get sick in the summer when it's nice out. 🤧

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Bottle foundation is growing by the day. You can pick 'em up, put 'em down, break 'em, and clean 'em up with the squeegee. Task list in the upper left keeps track of how many are active. Can't leave broken shards around for customers to step on! Next up: Dev Log #2!

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Just picked my first watermelon of the season and let me tell you... I can't wait to dig in. 😏 #MightyHarvest #PersonalSizedWatermelon

Pic of a watermelon the size of a grape being held in front of flowers.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

A video upload to start the week! Not a dev log this time but a look at accessibility in games both old and new—and what that word has evolved to mean.

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Accessibility in Games is Playability

YouTube video by AttaKat

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I love learning something by going in blind. Learning how to put a low pass filter on audio in DaVinci and... Elements? In MY equalizer type? Am I a shaman now? Are we in Avatar??

Screenshot of DaVinci Audio panel. Equalizer type dropdown box has 4 options: Earth, Air, Ice, Fire

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Checking up what lists I've been added to on Clearsky when this one scrolled past. So many questions. Who the fuck are the Leeds? How did I get added to this list? Who are you people??? 😭

A list I was added to that reads, "Dirty Leeds. Bio indicates that they're a Leeds fan. Automated, refreshed every 60 minutes."

I have no idea who the hell the Leeds are and do not know how I was added to this list.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Redoing the bottle pickup system in my game and had to copy/paste some code over. System didn't work. Went back and took a careful look through the original system. Now wondering how it ever worked at all. This meme still rings true.

Comic strip of guy looking at computer. 1st frame says "It doesn't work... why?" Second frame says "It works.... why?"

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Opening the engine when you're tired and stressed and sleepy and not feeling it but you ain't a quitter and haven't done any serious systems work in weeks and these ones and zeroes ain't gonna conquer you #GameDev #IndieDev #IDidn'tHearNoBell

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Finally got around to watching this incredibly helpful, example-filled explanation on what makes a good video game trailer, with a big focus on indies. If you're looking to release a game yourself, highly recommend giving this (and his other vids) a watch. First impressions are crucial for us!

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Game dev is constantly wondering how you and your props keep breaking physics.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

I love the similarities and differences in my two favorite hobbies. Game dev is done indoors, my gardens are all outside. Yet both inspire the other. I love creating lush, vibrant scenery virtually and in reality. Now if only I can figure out how to get the framerate so good in my games...

A home garden with blooming zinnias and cosmos. Very green and floral.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

I really hope I come to a point in my game dev career when systems work doesn't turn my brain into a toddler who refuses to slog through the hard parts.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Oh this was a *delightful* creative challenge. I highly encourage any of you to submit an object to the Gods' Warehouse as well 🙂

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🥳🥳🥳 Super excited to see that I hit 100 subs on YouTube this morning! Starting a YT channel this year has been such a delightful choice. I've had so many talented and passionate people comment and reach out to me with kind words, and I'm honored to be a part of the game dev community.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

In solidarity with the game dev industry that I'd love to join some day, I have decided to also lose my job today. ✊

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Damn. I know it's rough out there in the job market, but this salary range doesn't even feel like they're trying.

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Spicymochi @spicymochi.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

choose your fav silly friendslop guy

tiny illustrations of characters from among us, lethal company, peak, repo, big walk, and meccha chameleon

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Sometimes #GameDev is putting together beautiful new worlds and immersive environments! Sometimes it's trying to figure out why your squeegee mesh just turned you into an F1 car. #IndieGameDev #Indie #IndieGame #TheMomentIRealizedAttachActorToActorWouldntWork #Nyooooom

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Oh boy! I finally set up the fancy special FX splashes for when my wine bottles break. I made sure it was a nice white color too so that I can edit the tint in code. Let's see how it looks! .... Oh. Oh I need to change the default color. #UE5 #IndieGameDev #GameDev #Well #AtLeastItWorks?

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

After messing around with several different systems... the bottles finally break on strong impact! VICTORY SCREECH! #UE5 #BlenderCellFractureMyBeloved #IndieGameDev #GameDev #NowWho'sGonnaPickThisUp #StillGottaAddMaterials #Sounds #TurnOffOriginalBottleMesh #BUTITBREAKS

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

On top of a difficult week, I came home last night to find my little pride display in my front garden vandalized, the flags crushed or ripped apart. So naturally I ordered twice as many to replace them. Happy #Pride, especially to that man-baby in particular. ♥️ 🏳️‍🌈

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Gee let me just go check my latest YouTube video's analytics page and see how people are finding it-- Oh. What.

Search term page. 1 view is from someone searching "cleaning naked" into youtube

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Official Dev Log #1 is out! Learn about my new favorite genre of horror, the name of my upcoming game, and all the fun (and foibles) I've had getting to this point. #GameDev #IndieGame #IndieHorror #DevLog #DevVlog #HorrorDev #IndieGameDev #UnrealEngine #UE5 #HorrorGame #IndieHorrorGame

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Laying the Foundation of My Retail Horror Indie Game

YouTube video by AttaKat

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

When you make a creepy character for a bit a while ago and forget about it, but then jump scare yourself the next time you pop in the engine for some footage. These mannequins will be the death of me. #IndieHorror #UnrealEngine #HorrorGame #IndieDev #IndieGameDev #GameDev #MyPoorHeart

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Piemations @piemations.com · 02/06/2026

There's nothing more cool than being yourself❤️

The coolest duo, Dax and Peeb. Dax is giving a thumbs up "Happy Pride! It is very cool to be yourself!" while Peeb is looking straight at the viewer "bigots belong in a ditch."

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Happy Pribe to my favorite #Pride display ever. 🏳️‍🌈

A chalkboard leaning up against the outside of a house that has a handwritten word "Pribe" in rainbow chalk. A pride flag garden stand is in front of it.

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

It's telling that, of all the starter packs I've been in on Bluesky, it's the Gen AI-free game dev one that's gotten the most attention by FAR. It's comforting and refreshing to see such an outpouring of support for game devs not taking shortcuts with the plagiarism machine. I love you all ♥️

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

My game already has that classic customer service experience. Definitely met one or two customers like this before. #IndieDev #IndieGame #Indie #IndieGameDev #IndieHorror #SirPleaseStopWarpingThroughTimeAndSpace #SirThisIsALiquorStore

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AttaKat @attakat.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Update: Got my snappoints working! You still get the satisfaction (and risk) of holding a delicate physics object, but can easily grab and deposit items off shelves. So proud of my improving systems work. #UnrealEngine #Indie #IndieGameDev #GameDev #IndieHorror

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