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The Detective's Apprentice @darqwerful.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Here's the new trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIRh... You can watch the whole Direct here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJkG... Huge thanks to @gdocexpo.com for organizing the event! I had a blast attending the expo and have found so many new cool games through the sale! #GDoCExpo #GDoCExpo2026

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The Detective's Apprentice - Official Gameplay Trailer | Game Devs of Color Expo 2026

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Chao @chao-c.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I've been working on this little garden for the past year, and today it's finally open! 🌱 Chomp Garden is out now on Steam! A bite-sized puzzle adventure where you play as a tiny lamp, guide strange plants with light, and find your lost pup! store.steampowered.com/app/4457150

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Thinky Games @thinkygames.com · 23/09/2026

Chomp Garden is out now! Collect fireflies in a garden full of strange plants that react to your movement in this puzzle game with cute, retro-arcade art.

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Chomp Garden · Thinky Games

Collect fireflies in a garden full of strange plants that react to your movement.

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Game Devs of Color Expo @gdocexpo.com · 25/09/2026

The #GDoCExpo Steam Sale is LIVE until Oct 2 & you'll find us featured on Steam's front page 🙌🏾 Hundreds of games with discounts, demos, & broadcasts, from #gamedev of color & supporters across the community. Share this post so your circle doesn't miss this! store.steampowered.com/sale/gdocexp...

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The Detective's Apprentice @darqwerful.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thrilled to announce that The Detective's Apprentice will be part of @gdocexpo.com Direct with a brand new trailer! Watch it live today at 3pm PT/6pm ET/10pm UTC here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJkG... #GDoCExpo #GDoCExpo2026 #gamedev

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Applications for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant will close THIS SUNDAY! There's still time to get your application in! 📨 You can apply here: grants.draknek.org

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It's the last week to apply for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant! The deadline is Sunday, 27th September 2026! Read more about the grant by clicking the link below, and please reach out if you have any questions! 🔗 grants.draknek.org

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Mairi Spaceship Nolan 🚀✨ (she/her) @mairispaceship.com · 23/09/2026

Heads up: The New Voices Puzzle Grant applications close at the end of this week! If you're planning to apply - get your applications in soon :) grants.draknek.org

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Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.

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Nozomu @nozomugames.com · 22/09/2026

Burn With Me, my eerie and stylish narrative deck-burner, launches on Steam October 12th! Follow the lives of occult students, guide them through the rituals toward their deepest desires, and - keep an eye on the Teacher, shall you? store.steampowered.com/app/2954010/...

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Electron Dance @electrondance.com · 22/09/2026

My fellow humans, I once again nudge you towards Crashbook, because it contains 28 games that I have not played. What's the point, you ask? THERE IS NONE. New list here: www.electrondance.co... Screenshots shown: The Arab League of Misfits, The House Before, Aerial_Knight’s MrFreezy, SPRAWL zero

The Arab League of Misfits.

The entire screen is covered with cards which vary from "YOUR DAD FEARS YOUR MOM" to "NO TEARS WITHOUT TEAR GAS". The display is at a slight angle and looks incomplete as if it was caught in motion or clipped from photo.

Anyway, it's a card game innit! There's a list of stats down the right side indicating Attacks, Defense, Insult, Power-up, Trap, Ultimate, SHATARA and SUMOUD. I don't know what it's all about, but maybe you will know one day.

The House Before.

We are looking at something that looks like a machine interface, largely draped in a purple hue. There is a large rectangular viewport to the upper right, showing a fuzzy display in which can be seen a rail that goes into closed, barred passage. There are two other barred passages on the left and right.

Underneath the viewport are four lights, the first of which are lit, and a command selector which currently reads "ACTIVATE". There is also another indicator to the right that says "EYE".

The left side of the screen is dominated by a big circular hole. While some of the machinery is connected by pipes, there is an organic shift towards the right, as the backdrop is covered in something more like veins.

Aerial_Knight’s MrFreezy.

In this monochrome, dithered scene, a figure leans menacingly towards you - her eyes completely white. Shelves in the background seems to hold... severed heads.

Ooh there's a candle in the bottom left, I just saw it.

SPRAWL zero.

First-person perspective game. We look out upon some industrial part of a city, full of rusting pipes and girders. The sky is overcast and everything has a sandy, sallow hue. A craft of some kind, maybe a drone, is hovering in the air with lights or jets emanating from ports around its periphery. We are stood on a walkway.

There's a crane in the background and something that looks suspiciously like the Citadel from Half-Life 2. It stretches up the screen and we cannot see the top of it.

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Alan Hazelden @alanhazelden.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

I intend to use my profits from the game to fund and uplift marginalised and underrepresented creators. I’ve already begun that effort with the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant: grants.draknek.org (which is currently open for applications).

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Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant

The Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is a grant opportunity for game developers from traditionally underrepresented groups and backgrounds who are interested in designing and developing puzzle games.

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Alan Hazelden @alanhazelden.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

As Order of the Sinking Star is coming out next month, in advance of review coverage coming in I wanted to add one thing to my last statement about the game: bsky.app/profile/drak... (note: at that time I didn’t have a separate personal account)

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

He Who Watches has 100 reviews and is 'Very Positive' on Steam!! Congrats @danga.games!! If you've played He Who Watches and enjoyed it, please leave a review! store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/...

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

A reminder that the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant is still open to applicants! The deadline is Sunday 27th September 2026! You can read more about the grant here: grants.draknek.org

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

A Monster's Expedition is part of The Lighthouse Bundle with Keeper from @doublefine.com, and I Am Dead by @hollowponds.bsky.social and Richard Hogg! Grab the bundle over on Steam! store.steampowered.com/bundle/86723...

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It's been 6 years since we released A Monster's Expedition!🎉 🎉 If you haven't played our relaxing open-world puzzle adventure, now is a great time! A Monster's Expedition is part of our publisher sale, on now until September 16th. store.steampowered.com/publisher/dr...

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Mael Duin 🧩 @maelduinplays.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Did you hear the news? The Steam event version of the FORWARD THINKING SHOWCASE has been approved 🎉 and will run parallel to the showcase, in early January. To apply for the Steam Event (only): - Tell me about your puzzle game released from 2026 onwards through DM.

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Quintin Steiner | SubDuctis demo out now! @quintin-steiner.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The SubDuctis demo is releasing on Steam, Thursday September 17th! Looking forward to finally having something people can try out. store.steampowered.com/app/3182310/ #indiedev #gamedev #indiegame #puzzlegame #puzzle #thinky

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Reminder! He Who Watches by @danga.games is out now!! A big thank you to everyone who has wishlisted, bought, and played the game! 👁️🏹 Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/... itch: draknek.itch.io/he-who-watches

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

The latest episode of the Draknek & Friends Official Podcast is out! In this episode, Alan and Ben are joined by special guest Bobby Vanden @danga.games to talk about He Who Watches, which is OUT NOW! Check it out wherever you get podcasts or head to draknek.org/podcast

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

To celebrate the launch of He Who Watches and 13 years of Draknek & Friends, we've got a massive publisher sale event on Steam! All of our games are currently discounted, so have at 'em! Also, please check out He Who Watches! OUT NOW! store.steampowered.com/developer/dr...

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

He Who Watches by Danga Games is OUT NOW! 👁️🏹 To celebrate the release, we have a brand new trailer featuring solo developer Bobby Vanden explaining what the game is and why it's special. Watch below! Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/... itch: draknek.itch.io/he-who-watches

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Bow and arrow at the ready! He Who Watches by @danga.games is out TOMORROW! If you haven't already, please wishlist the game on Steam 👁️🏹 store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/...

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

He Who Watches by @danga.games launches this week! Not long now! 👁️🏹 We're getting everything ready for the big day, and we would love your support! Please wishlist the game on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/...

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He Who Watches on Steam

Walk on walls. Manipulate gravity. Discover secrets. In this first-person puzzle game, delve deep into an ancient labyrinth of intricate conundrums, seeking an imprisoned god at the centre.

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Nozomu @nozomugames.com · 25/08/2026

I didn't have the budget to show trailer at some big show, BUT That doesn't stop me from telling you Burn With Me comes out on October 12th! It's an eerie narrative deckbuilder I've been working on for 2 years, and this one has it all - vibes, novel gameplay, dark jazz, and even weird animals!

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Nozomu @nozomugames.com · 26/08/2026

Thank you for the coverage! Our vision of "curiosity games" is definitely close to thinky games, but with a bigger emphasis on narrative, exploration and self-reflection. Also, we're totally not opposed to pure narrative games - hopefully we'll be able to reveal something during the next year :)

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

It's one week until He Who Watches by @danga.games releases on Steam! 👁️Wednesday, September 2nd!👁️ store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/...

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Here's the August edition of Thinky Third Thursday, the monthly roundup of thinky puzzle games that have caught our eye: thinkythirdthursday.com/august-2026

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Thinky Third Thursday - August 2026

Monthly game recommendations from the puzzle experts at Draknek & Friends

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B-DeshiDev 🇧🇩 | Compress(space) Demo is out! @b-deshidev.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Great to see another cool take on the space folding mechanic. I played the jam version of this a while ago and it's great to see how it's evolved.

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Quintin Steiner | SubDuctis demo out now! @quintin-steiner.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

SubDuctis is a mind-bending puzzle game about folding space. Bypass obstacles, form conductive paths, and discover new areas. Add it to your Steam wishlist to support development! store.steampowered.com/app/3182310/ #indiedev #gamedev #indiegame #puzzlegame #puzzle #thinky

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Reminder: applications for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant are now open!🎉🎉 These grants are intended to support creators who are underinvested in today’s game industry or don't receive much support from existing structures. Read more and apply here: grants.draknek.org

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

He Who Watches by @danga.games will be released TWO WEEKS from today! Walk on walls! Manipulate gravity! Discover secrets! Mark your calendars for September 2nd! 👁️🏹

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Nozomu @nozomugames.com · 17/08/2026

We've launched an indie publisher label!!! Behold: Inner Pocket, home of curiosity games! inner-pocket.com During the last two years, universe brought together 4 cool people with different skills, but common love for such games... And here we are! Saying "I'm excited" is an understatement :D

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

In case you missed it! Applications are open for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant 2026 🎉 ✅ Deadline: September 27th ✅ Apply Here: grants.draknek.org

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The Detective's Apprentice @darqwerful.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Only a couple days left to play and support first-ever titles by indie developers in the Debut Festival on Steam! store.steampowered.com/curator/4624... #indiegames #indiedev #gamedev

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Nozomu @nozomugames.com · 17/08/2026

Burn With Me now has a release date - October 12th! 🔥 That's in less than 2 months! store.steampowered.com/app/2954010/... We've also made a release date trailer. Please watch it, it's cool!

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The Detective's Apprentice @darqwerful.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

If you're working on a thinky puzzle game, you should definitely apply! I was one of the recipients last year and I can't stress enough how impactful it was for me. The incredible community support and @mairispaceship.com's mentorship really helped bring out the best in my game!

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We're excited to announce that applications are open for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant 2026 🎉 The grant will award $15,000 to five thinky puzzle game developers from all over the world, and a year's mentorship with genre veterans. Deadline: September 27th More info 👇

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

We have an announcement! He Who Watches by @danga.games will launch on September 2nd! 👁️🏹 A first-person puzzle game about walking on walls, manipulating gravity, and discovering secrets! store.steampowered.com/app/1070500/...

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Mael Duin 🧩 @maelduinplays.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

✨⭐ Announcement time! ⭐✨ I'm super excited to announce FORWARD THINKING SHOWCASE, a puzzle videogames event happening in January 2027, and applications are open! If you are a developer/publisher working on a puzzle or 'think-ahead' game, consider submitting it here: forms.gle/arXVRoxtYK6y...

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[INDIE ALERT]✊🏾🏳️‍🌈🎮🎲 @christheechampion.blacksky.app · 29/07/2026

[INDIE ALERT] Compress(space) by @b-deshidev.bsky.social A space-bending puzzle game where you fold space to cheat your way through puzzles. Master space manipulation to uncover the mystery at the end of the universe. Wishlist store.steampowered.com/app/3664840 #indiedev #indiegame

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Glen Henry - DUPPY DETECTIVE TASHIA OUT NOW🔍👻 @spritewrench.com · 11/07/2026

Hey #ScreenshotSaturday! Quick reminder DDT launched a little over a month ago! It's a short, sweet, narrative mystery packed with Caribbean Folklore. It's under $10 bucks and has a demo!

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Alan Hazelden @alanhazelden.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Hi folks! I'm Alan and I run Draknek & Friends, where we make and publish lovingly crafted puzzle games. Draknek is on Bluesky at @draknek.bsky.social and you can check out all our games at www.draknek.org

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Draknek & Friends

Lovingly Crafted Puzzle Games Since 2013

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B-DeshiDev 🇧🇩 | Compress(space) Demo is out! @b-deshidev.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Honored to be alongside 100+ amazing ex-GMTK jam games with Control:Override! Do check out the other games in this video! We've grown a bunch since then and even have a new steam game from another jam (Compress(space), Ludum Dare 54(RIP)) But GMTK will always hold a special place in my heart.

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Game Maker's Toolkit @gamemakerstoolkit.com · 06/07/2026

New video! Here are 100 Steam Games that started life during GMTK Game Jam youtu.be/usF4cpcxbZc

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100 Steam Games that started life during GMTK Game Jam

YouTube video by Game Maker's Toolkit

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Glen Henry - DUPPY DETECTIVE TASHIA OUT NOW🔍👻 @spritewrench.com · 26/06/2026

It's Day 18 (Since Launch) of me reposting til I get 50+ reviews! We give thanks for another Friday. What are y'all playing this weekend? May I make a not so subtle suggestion? 👀

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B-DeshiDev 🇧🇩 | Compress(space) Demo is out! @b-deshidev.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

I'm tired of the recent trend of making RNG heavy slotmachine roguelites. So I made a deckbuilder where you get to build the slot machine every turn instead. Draw and place the reels like Tetris to create impossible combos. Made for the @juniperdev.bsky.social Jam. b-deshidev.itch.io/reelforgery

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Idolon @idolon.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Clover's Quadrants is available NOW! It's a challenging puzzle game where your four directions of movement are also inventory slots. Check out the demo / buy the full game on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3191170/...

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