iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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Casey Explosion @caseyexplosion.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

"Indies will save us" No! YOU WILL SAVE INDIES! Go leave a review for that neat indie game you like, share the trailer for an upcoming game you're anticipating, tell your fave developer they did a good job, go tell people about such and such game that's just come out, you can make a difference!

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Tolarian Community College @tolariancommunitycollege.com · 01/08/2026

I fucking hate AI almost as much as I hate the sniveling asshole billionaires and shithole corporations who have all forced it into every conceivable spot in our lives. It literally makes everything worse and it makes us worse and I fucking hate it.

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Loving the new Ghost in the Shell. Read the comic before the movie even came out so it's great to see this version in motion finally. It's a long shot, but I'd be doubly excited if they did Orion after this as well. The character energy and animation would be perfect for capturing Seska and Susano.

A screenshot from the end of The Ghost in the Shell (2026) episode 4.
Aramaki walks contemplatively through a park, a tiny silhouette against the tall shining city buildings, counterbalanced in the foreground by tall, wild grass and a vibrant orange leafed tree.

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Kenny Lauderdale @kennylauderdale.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Video Game Company discontinues their popular product, the Video Game.

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Nathan Fouts, ChainStaff is Out Now @mommysbestgames.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

I like making games that you can beat and think "that was cool" and then you can do other stuff and not worry about economies.

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Shawn🐶 @puppiesandanime.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Druaga sprites

Pixel art character sprites of Gil and Ki from Tower of Druaga, facing to the left. Gil is holding a sword in front of him, while Ki is holding the blue rod to her chest. They are on a grey background.

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Nate Graves (GooseValue=71) @taxincluded.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

If your King's Field-like has the attitude of: "If you liked King's Field, you'll like us, we fixed how it controls like shit and you can zoom around like you're playing Quake 3 on a pound of cocaine!!! And you can jump!" I don't think you liked King's Field.

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K'eeg @armormodekeeg.blacksky.app · 11/06/2026

reading a Final Fantasy Resonance developer interview and pumping my fist like "YES YES YES" at this whole part

– Why did you decide to opt for random encounters instead of symbol (non-random) encounters?

Nakashima:

Symbol encounters allow players to engage in battle whenever they want. In that sense, symbol encounters are there to accommodate the players’ freedom of playstyle. On the other hand, they could also end up resulting in less battles that are truly memorable. This is my personal experience playing some of the recent RPGs that feature symbol encounters. I do think that random encounters can feel like a hassle at times, but they also allow you to make memories, like remembering the time you struggled against a really tough enemy or felt the joy of getting lucky with battle rewards. I think those are the kind of moments that actually stick with you. So, with that “memorability” being one of the big advantages of the random encounter system, we decided to adopt it for Final Fantasy Resonance.

To let players fully enjoy the best parts of random encounters, we’ve removed all of the elements that could cause frustration. For example, we’ve made sure that encounter rates for enemies are lower in dungeons that feature a lot of puzzles. This is because we concluded that having fewer mob battles while solving puzzles allows for a less frustrating gaming experience. Of course, while it is a random encounter system, the minimap will change colors to alert players of approaching enemies. When the minimap turns yellow, that means the mobs are getting closer, and when it becomes red, players will know that a battle is right around the corner.

Furuya:

The idea of conquering the dungeon itself is also tied to the fact that we chose to have random encounters. It’s more about taking down all the enemies you come across as you progress through the dungeon, rather than choosing whom to battle against. So, we steered the game in the direction of making battles fun, while sticking to the random encounter system. In our pursuit of the classic Final Fantasy experience, this is the decision we ultimately arrived at.

In Final Fantasy XIII, all of your HP recovers after each battle. In that sense, I believe FFXIII was designed so that each individual battle is entertaining. In contrast, Final Fantasy Resonance tasks you with the problem of how to conquer each dungeon. We came up with an experience where you will have to decide how to allocate MP and other resources, or make sure there are recovery points nearby as you progress through the dungeon. So, we thought that the best way to revive those fan aspects of RPGs for the modern era is to add random encounters.

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VGDensetsu @vgdensetsu.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Art by Mayumi Akiyama / 秋山眞由美.

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Jason Koohi @zanrai.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

The best workflow I've found for creating destroyed machinery is to kitbash all the destroyed internals, leave plenty of empty space, then just just erase the outer body away. It's fun, too. Just needs a final detailing pass. #gamedev #pixelart #indiedev #shmup

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Nathan Fouts, ChainStaff is Out Now @mommysbestgames.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

ChainStaff is finally ready! 🎸⚡💥 I've been making games since '94 and I love doing new 2D action gameplay. "Let's make a new grappling hook game!" I said back in 2019😅 ChainStaff is out now Xbox, Steam, Switch, and Playstation. Please grab a copy and leave a review--thanks!

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Paul Robertson @probzzz.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

Smear frames from Scott Pilgrim EX

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Street Cleaner 3 on Steam NOW @streetcleaner.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Zero generative ai was used in the production of this collaboration streetcleaner.bandcamp.com/track/core

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CORE, by Night Rider 87 & Street Cleaner

track by Night Rider 87 & Street Cleaner

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Danimal Cannon is recording a NEW ALBUM @danimalcannon.com · 19/02/2026

"because fuck twitter" - and the crowd goes wild www.patreon.com/DanimalCannon full concert - www.youtube.com/watch?v=Reez...

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⚡️Neon Cowell⚡️ @neoncowell.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

The full @streetcleaner.bsky.social set from @magfest.org is now up, featuring me and @slowlycrushed.bsky.social bringing it Big Meat Style youtu.be/ct9noNF5I_M?...

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⚡️Neon Cowell⚡️ @neoncowell.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Getting to play Garbage Day with @streetcleaner.bsky.social and @slowlycrushed.bsky.social at @magfest.org is one of the coolest things I’ve ever gotten to do

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valence @hpgvalence.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

I did a cover of Cloud Tops ~Intro~ from Kirby's Adventure. Kirby says go to sleep. youtu.be/OEbGPeJLGsE

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Kirby's Adventure - Cozy Clouds (Cloud Tops ~Intro~)

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MAGFest - The Music and Gaming Festival @magfest.org · 26/12/2025

Ian Cowell and the Band of Exceptional Goblins are coming to the XP Stage! From funny synths, to funky bass to slammin' drums - all led by greasy, stinky guitars - this band knows how to get you on your feet. Join them for a romp through generations of gaming!

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Kerobou | 2.0 Loading... @kerobou.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

ATTENTION ARTISTS AND ANY ASPIRING PIXEL ARTISTS!!! Aseprite is on sale on Steam!! It's a Pixel art program for art/animating and I highly recommend! (I have almost 700 hours in it!) It's $13 and a one time payment for an excellent program!!

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Marc Knelsen @marcknelsen.art · 21/12/2025

Look, Claire Obscur may be a good game and all, but I support it being stripped of all awards for using genAI. We cannot let game studios think they can get away with it.

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

CMake is the worst piece of software ever invented, and I truly wish it did not exist.

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Vertz505 @vertz505.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Here is my ranking of the twelve new releases I played this year! Really good year for games. There are a few hot takes in here related to the common Game of the Year contenders. 2nd place may shock you! youtu.be/5BhXuvFYkq4

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Twelve 2025 games, ranked

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

I kinda wish YouTube let you enter a reason when you click "Don't recommend channel" so all these people could see I'm never going to watch their stuff because they used a GenAI thumbnail.

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Jason Trost @jasontrost.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is OUT NOW on Steam, DVD, and as an interactive book! Can’t believe this wild project made it this far. I couldn’t have done it without all of you. Thank you so much for the support! STEAM - tinyurl.com/yz7eeppn DVD - tinyurl.com/ms6mv4u2 BOOK - tinyurl.com/54ef3r3z

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

Street Cleaner 3 isn't Steam Deck verified, because I can't afford to buy one and test all the stuff it needs, but I'm pretty sure it works on it just fine anyway! store.steampowered.com/app/1868680/...

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Street Cleaner 3 on Steam

The Street Cleaner is back, and hot on the trail of his most mythical foe yet; but this time he's not alone! Return to the mean streets. Bash, kick, and whip your way to mete out retro action vigilant...

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Kayin @kayin.moe · 04/10/2025

Just a reminder no matter what way the drama with retroachievements go, it is a service that provides nothing of value and it's super weird it even exists why the fuck do you want to let nerds simulate the dumb bloop notications of modern games for you????? Be free

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⚡️Neon Cowell⚡️ @neoncowell.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

This is it! Today’s the day! Touhou Farming is officially in Early Access! We cooked up a good amount of tunes and more are on the way, here’s a taste of what you can expect from us!

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Creaky Lantern Games @creakylantern.com · 03/09/2025

The Big Trouble Tour kicks off tomorrow in San Diego at Soda Bar! Five killer Street Cleaner shows w/ Megatronix and more. street-cleaner.com To celebrate, get Street Cleaner: The Video Game and Street Cleaner 3 (and their OSTs) on sale for the next week! store.steampowered.com/app/1868680/...

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Save 20% on Street Cleaner 3 on Steam

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Street Cleaner 3 on Steam NOW @streetcleaner.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Come to the San Diego show at Soda Bar and get FREE STUFF!! TICKETS: $10 @ Street-Cleaner.com

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Robert / Zeboyd @zeboydgames.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Silksong was developed the way it was because the developer didn't have to worry about money. The only way you get more games developed like Silksong is if Universal Basic Income becomes a thing.

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🌙Evil Sonny Ross🌞 @sonnyross.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

I drew this on my lunch break your excuses are fucking pathetic

A decorative illustration of flowers with the caption “I don’t use ai I’m not a fucking loser” with a severed hand with too many fingers

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Jason Trost @jasontrost.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

JTRO FEST is coming! A DIY micro film fest with zero gatekeeping, every ticket buyer gets their short played! Headlining: the live-streamed AFAR premiere, an interactive horror where YOU help me shape the story in real time.

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JTRO FEST 2025

Come celebrate DIY genre film and attend the First Annual JTRO Fest! | Check out 'JTRO FEST 2025' on Indiegogo.

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Creaky Lantern Games @creakylantern.com · 09/08/2025

Today, 1 PM pst, the Street Cleaner @streetcleaner.bsky.social himself will be playing through Street Cleaner 3 live at MAGWest! Commentary will also be provided by @neoncowell.bsky.social of @biscore.bsky.social and "calling him on the phone" fame. www.twitch.tv/magfast

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magFAST - Twitch

You ever get all your friends together in a room at MAGFest and play games real fast to raise money for Child's Play Charity?

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Bi Score 🪩 Is This More Megaten? Out Now!! 🪩 @biscore.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

THIS IS NOT A DRILL OUT IN FRONT IS OUT (IN FRONT) biscore.bandcamp.com/album/out-in...

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Out In Front, by Bi Score

15 track album

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Nathan Fouts, ChainStaff is Out Now @mommysbestgames.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Tell me you don't know about gamedev...

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🔥Carrie🔥 @supitscarrie.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Hi! Ganon's vet bill today is more than $1500. While I am starting new full time employment soon, it won't be for another few weeks. Please be sure to order the new Bi Score album when that becomes available. Or, if you're so inclined, my venmo is the same as my @ here.

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

Dumb meme joke idea I got watching an FF8 play through by @taxincluded.bsky.social .

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authorblues @authorblu.es · 06/07/2025

GDQ rules because nobody is on the Guilty Gear machines but there's a line for Twinkle Star Sprites

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Simon S. Andersen @snakepixel.art · 05/07/2025

The angry heap of metal that despises the funny man. #pixelart #ドット絵 #donniefriday

Pixel art of Donnie Friday and the knight from the show of the same name, drawn in Chibi / Super Deformed style. Donnie is joyous and oblivious. The knight is angry. As expected.

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Lizzi Rust @lizzirust.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Beavis and Butt-Head go to Silent Hill

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Dieselbrain @dieselbrain.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

I cannot stress enough: you cannot give an inch on this issue. The moment you start accepting media using genAI for "small" things or just tiny aspects of production, they will only start outsourcing more of the process to AI This is how the smallest end of the wedge is driven in against laborers

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Brooks Bishop @brooksb.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

With regard to placeholders, here's a look back at me showing off my technique of "ratboxing." The Street Cleaner 3 engine uses the rat enemy as the default sprite, so "default rat" also shows up whenever I make a mistake somewhere, and it's always great to see him.

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Street Cleaner 3 on Steam NOW @streetcleaner.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

BEWARE! I TOUR! Hitting the road with @megatronix.bsky.social this September for five cities on the American west coast! Tickets are live now at street-cleaner.com

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