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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This week on Indie Game Garden, I had the impeccable Norwegian duo @badgerpunch.com We discuss physical media and making retro games here in 2026 in addition to their newest release: Roguecraft DX. It’s not to be missed! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/33 yt: youtu.be/2pFz7fU2-14?...

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indie game garden | 33 - Henning Ludvigsen & Ricki Sickenger of Badger Punch Games

Badger Punch Games was founded by Ricki Sickenger and Henning Ludvigsen back in 2011. Both Ricki and Henning are Norwegian game developer veterans and have worked and had fun together since they me...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

John is one smart cookie, and I love his stuff

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Hilltop Studios @playhilltop.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Had the most amazing chat with Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social for Indie Game Garden chatting about my circuitous root to game dev, and about the shared DNA between Lil and Resthaven. Give it a listen, and then check out the back catalogue!!!

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Jeremy // Making Star Spark @jeremyjackson.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Huh? What's that? A new episode of your favorite weekly #GameDev podcast just dropped? That's cool, let's give it a listen 😎

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

@playhilltop.bsky.social studio lead Scott Christian was the best dang podcast guest a guy could ask for. After Lil Guardsman, Scott and team are back with Curse of Resthaven. It’s going to be a thrilling game! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/32 yt: youtu.be/pXdww2iXikM?...

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indie game garden | 32 - Scott Christian of Curse of Resthaven & Lil' Guardsman

Before Scott Christian was making games, he helped bring musical theater productions to life. A composer, pianist, conductor and musical director, Scott built a career across the Canadian performin...

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Joe Baxter-Webb @indiegameclinic.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Got interviewed by a local arts magazine 💜

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This week, I spoke to Yann Margan of @golosogames.bsky.social. Yann has been innovating in the indie game space for years, releasing interactive experiences for PC, the Playdate, and GameBoy Advance. It’s such a fun conversation! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/31 yt: youtu.be/0AlAYBzLsfc?...

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indie game garden | 31 - Yann Margan of Goloso Games – Inspector Waffles & Chance's Lucky Escape

Yann Margan, who is also known by his solo development studio name–Goloso Games– is an independent game developer from France who focuses on making narrative adventure games. His most recognizable ...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The way @grahamsmith.bsky.social writes for @jank.cool makes me love waking up on Saturdays: www.jank.cool/what-you-cou... Plus, @badgerpunch.com gets a shoutout here, and that makes it all the more compelling.

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What you could play this weekend

Plus what we're playing

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

I had the absolute pleasure of getting to talk to one of my indie game heroes this week! @mikebithell.bsky.social joins me on the pod to talk about Vampirium: 1997 🧛‍♂️ @bithellgames.bsky.social’s newest immersive sim audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/30 youtube: youtu.be/AF_hxip65-g?...

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indie game garden | 30 - Mike Bithell of Bithell Games, maker of the upcoming Vampirium: 1997

Mike Bithell is an independent gamemaking titan who I am absolutely honored to get to talk to today. In 2010, he created the prototype for his breakout game, Thomas Was Alone, which saw a commercia...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Cause this is so damn right…

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Just read this in one of my law textbooks (of all places): “Genres are not mere static forms but rather dynamic social actions that are shaped by specific contexts and purposes.” Love thinking about how this applies to video games. Video game genres as social actions! Joy!

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Jeremy // Making Star Spark @jeremyjackson.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Another episode of your favorite #IndieGameDev podcast has dropped.

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

This week on Indie Game Garden, I interviewed Timothy Staton-Davis of @mgamekitchen.bsky.social — such an important conversation on community, equity, and culture in video games. One I won’t be forgetting! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm yt: youtu.be/bkX8WuPVnP8?...

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breaking down internet apathy by rooting joy in games – interviews with devs and more ❤︎⁠ available on your podcatcher of choice and here: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm

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Badger Punch Games @badgerpunch.com · 22/08/2026

September 10th is coming up fast! We’re putting the final touches on the game and can’t wait for you to play it. Wishlist Roguecraft DX here: Steam: thalamus.link/roguecraft GoG: www.gog.com/en/game/roguecraft_dx #screenshotsaturday #rogue

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Francisco González @grundislav.games · 18/08/2026

This was such a chill, cozy interview. And I talked about an early game I was developing that I’ve never spoken about before!

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Today on Indie Game Garden, I got to fulfill a dream by having @grundislav.games on the show. A hero of mine, Francisco came up in Adventure Game Studio in the early 2000s. He did indie before indie was even a thing. Don’t miss it! yt: youtu.be/kVxN9A2QKHU?... audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm

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27 - Francisco González of Rosewater, Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator, and everything in betw...

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Julia Minamata @juliaminamata.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

The latest gazette! thecrimsondiamond.com/CrimsonGazette95.html It's the 2nd year anniversary of The Crimson Diamond! It's 30% off! Deepest discount ever! store.steampowered.com/app/1098770/The_Crimson_Diamond/ Commemorative game manual pre-order open! juliaminamata.bigcartel.com/ And more!

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./yemáko/badgames.zip @badgameszip.itch.io · 10/08/2026

sorry to the haters but the CORRECT order to play the series is A Short Hike Big Walk Marathon

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Julia Minamata @juliaminamata.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Thanks so much for the lovely chat, Jonny!

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

The indomitable @juliaminamata.bsky.social joins me on Indie Game Garden today to discuss adventure games, video game community, and her brilliant game The Crimson Diamond. One of my favorite interviews so far. Julia’s a gem! Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm YouTube: youtu.be/j6h23vXLhMs?...

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breaking down internet apathy by rooting joy in games – interviews with devs and more ❤︎⁠ available on your podcatcher of choice and here: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

I got three words for ya: Pangya. Fantasy. Golf.

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Robin Ward @eviltrout.com · 06/08/2026

More like Ody-seat hurts my back because the movie is 3 hours long and I’m old

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🦇 Hallow-Ina! 🎃 @ina-strangeworld.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

*nintendo direct announcer voice* looks like you weren't expecting such a hungry girl!

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

@stephenhilger.bsky.social I’ve been in a bold mood today, and I’m asking all my video game heroes to play games with me. Tryna hop into Big Walk together? Otherwise, would you want to join me on my little podcast, Indie Game Garden, to talk about your ongoing visual novel project?

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

@plante.bsky.social srry 4 replying to all your posts today, but couldn’t help it. in a sudden burst of courage, i must ask…if i download marathon sometime soon—would you be my maramentor? would be a dream come true to be guided through by the og who helped me get back into games…

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

@sfbdim.bsky.social @sfbtom.bsky.social any chance y'all would want to do a duo brother interview on my podcast, Indie Game Garden? Would be an honor to have ya.

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It was an honor to have @bergberggames.bsky.social on the podcast. I adore his games. Hearing about his design philosophy and outlook on life brightened my day, and I hope it does the same for you. Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/25 YouTube: youtu.be/FSGUiH3S-YY?...

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indie game garden | 25 - Lage Bergman of Chesto: A Chess-Like Adventure

Lage Bergman is the solo game developer behind Chesto: A Chess-Like Adventure. Heavily inspired by the Professor Layton DS games, Chesto allows players to explore a cozy town and challenge its resi...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Wendy always knows how to encapsulate my lived experience in words

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Andy Kelly @ultrabrilliant.xyz · 05/12/2024

Please, enjoy one minute of mind-soothing snowy Shenmue.

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

@juliebjornskov.bsky.social I adore your new demo. Any chance you’d have an interest in joining me on Indie Game Garden for an interview about your game?

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Julie Bjørnskov - working on Escape the Baby Alarm @juliebjornskov.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

In 10 minutes, Escape the Baby Alarm goes live as part of Six One Indie Demo Days on Steam ✨ @sixoneindie.com

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Piotr Bunkowski - PLAY ONE ROTTEN OATH @piotrbunkowski.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Here comes another sale! One Rotten Oath is now 35% off until 12 August. Check it out here: store.steampowered.com/app/3902710/...

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Piotr Bunkowski - PLAY ONE ROTTEN OATH @piotrbunkowski.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I got invited to Indie Game Garden podcast hosted by @darthmalks.bsky.social. I'm glad we got to chat. Of course, it's always super scary to talk in English for two hours, but I hope you'll enjoy my hot takes. Don't forget to follow Indie Game Garden! :D

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

This week on Indie Game Garden, I speak with @piotrbunkowski.bsky.social about games as art, music, and the power of creativity in a fickle world. It’s such a great conversation, and it’s an honor to share it with you. Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm YouTube: youtu.be/7XRDL7Vz1Kk?...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

@shaunaitcheson.bsky.social would you want to join me on my podcast, Indie Game Garden, for an interview? I’m a big fan of Hob’s Barrow

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Julia Minamata @juliaminamata.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Latest VODs are out now! Started on a new bit of game art, re-defeated DOS Double Dragon, and further explored beautiful Hokkaidō Rensa Satsujin! youtu.be/cc_5XF882aU

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Art Stream -- Making The Crimson Diamond... July 21, 2026

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

@moppin.bsky.social would you have any interest in being on my podcast? Huge fan of Poinpy, Downwell, and Seaside Drive. Would love to chat!

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

This week on Indie Game Garden, I chat with the king of freeware deduction games, @bushmonkey.bsky.social! If you like games like Roottrees are Dead and Golden Idol, you’ll love Red Pearls of Borneo :) Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/21 YouTube: youtu.be/nkDSoNpvW4k?...

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indie game garden | 23 - Willy Picard (AKA Bushmonkey) of The Red Pearls of Borneo

Willy Picard, AKA Bushmonkey, is a hobbyist developer of free detective mystery games, but that doesn’t quite do him or his interactive experiences justice. Inspired by games like Type Help, Return...

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Adam Vian @sfbdim.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🪸The Mermaid Mask🪸 is OUT NOW on Steam, Switch 1 and Switch 2 - and hopefully very soon on PS5! A murder-mystery detective adventure aboard the world's strangest submarine...

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Jonny @darthmalks.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

@trampolinetales.com any interest in being on my podcast, Indie Game Garden? I’m a big fan and would love to have a conversation if you’re feeling up to it.

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Doot 🪲🪷 Wishlist Milki Delivery 🐮🚲 @dodoot.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Hey #PortfolioDay 🪷 I'm Doot and I love making small cute games with my girlfriend @blibloop.bsky.social and our friend @zakkuu.bsky.social 🌻 Here are 4 games we made!

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