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Dream Matter Labs

@dreammatterlabs.bsky.social
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An Indie game studio creating surreal, narrative-driven games | Posting weekly dev updates & indie chaos! 🔮 Wishlist ONEiRA: bit.ly/43nCp37 🌐 Website: bit.ly/4iBzkRE

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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
The Hunt is on! We are looking for an additional UE 5 Programmer to join our Volunteer team! www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/43... Due to LinkedIn's default application limit, if interested and unable to apply on LinkedIn, send an email to DreamMatterLabs@protonmail.com #IndieDev #UnrealEngine5
A screenshot from ONEiRA featuring a cave with orange mushrooms in the, and a green gravity pad cylinder in the foreground.A screenshot from ONEiRA featuring a dreamlike cave environment.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
We're too busy fixing bugs today so this is an emergency post! 🚨 #IndieGame #GameDev #FollowFriday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
The whole gang's back together! We finally reworked all the character sprites of ONEiRA's first dreamscape! And this time, they have legs! 🦵😱🦵 #IndieGame #GameDev #FollowFriday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Sharing some more concept art today! Part of the level 1 redesign, it shows the temple that marks the final act of this esoteric dreamscape. 😵‍💫 #IndieGames #GameDev #FollowFriday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Level 1 is being inhabited once again! Before playtesting opens, we wanted to share some details on how ONEiRA's NPCs are brought to life. ✨✨✨ #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #FollowFriday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
All hail the thing!!! (...we're in desperate need of a name for this lil stone creature, please help 🫠) #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 05/09/2025
A timely update on the Level 1 rework! We're moving out of the greybox zone and are currently adding in the details! And of course, more mushrooms... #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #FollowFriday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
We're redesigning our first level. 🫣 As our team and vision grew, we found the old level wasn't up to par anymore. Here's a first look at our progress! #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #LevelDesign
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
Wow, what a week at Gamescom! 🤯 From huge new game announcements to jaw-dropping gameplay reveals, there's been so much to unpack. What's the one game or piece of news that has completely blown you away so far? Let us know! #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #Gamescom #Gamescom2025
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
Soon, the dreams will connect… Here's a first glimpse at the UI that will guide you through the subconscious! #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Great news! It's #InternationalCatDay! To celebrate, we're sharing some of our studio's pawsome little developers. 😺 #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev
Vito, Lead Programmer.Marlon, Lead Designer.Blackjack, ??????Seb, QA Tester.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
This incredible initiative fights to ensure our digital worlds aren't destroyed when support ends. Final push to July 31st to show our strength! 🌐 www.stopkillinggames.com #Indie #GameDev #IndieGame #IndieGameDev #StopKillingGames #GameOwnership
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Stop Killing Games
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
If you’ve been vibing with our posts, Come join our Discord for exclusive behind-the-scenes updates, sneakpeeks, and the chance to help shape ONEiRA! 🔮 discord.gg/XAYvJhkkqE #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #FollowFriday
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Join the ONEiRA Discord Server!
Dream Matter Labs Community | 115 members
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Some concept art of ONEiRA's upcoming cybernetic glove 🤖🥊 Used to channel abilities and manage your energy (almost like in Zelda: TotK!) 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/4ku5HTg #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
As the concept of owning a game is fading into obscurity, this amazing initiative is changing the course: 🌐 www.stopkillinggames.com 1.4M unique signatures are needed so come join us in signing it! 📜🖊️ #Indie #GameDev #IndieGame #IndieGameDev #StopKillingGames
Dream Matter Labs x Stop Killing Games
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
A glimpse at ONEiRA's bathhouse, inspired by Spirited Away 🧼👻 Perfect for rinsing away sweat, dirt, and potential childhood trauma... 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/4ku5HTg #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
A waterfall with glowing pink mushrooms forming a path towards ONEiRA's bathhouse.A cluttered storage room inside ONEiRA's bathhouse.An ominous hallway leading to...?
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
We made a Starter Pack to highlight Dreamlike Games! 💭🔮 🌐 go.bsky.app/3w47NxP If you'd like to be added, simply drop us a comment below! #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #Dream
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
Ranking indie games whose puzzles made me feel like I had a lobotomy Thoughts? #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
A tier list of indie games whose puzzles made me feel like I had a lobotomy.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Another glimpse into ONEiRA's mushroom trench! 🍄✨ 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
A dark trench filled with glowing gold mushroom and neon blue stone lanterns.A collection of golden glowing mushrooms.A dark trench filled with glowing gold mushroom and neon blue stone lanterns.A dark trench with a trippy mushroom.
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Stephanie Terrero @slickysteph.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Very excited to share my new video game/interactive demo reel! Feel free to reach out to me for all things games, animations, etc! Link in bio 🔗 😌 youtu.be/uo7aZXR58t0?... #VO #VA #actor #voiceactor #voiceacting #videogames #interactivegames #indiegames #indiedev #gamedev
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Stephanie Terrero Vide Game Demo Reel
YouTube video by Stephanie Terrero
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
We're too busy fixing bugs today so this is an emergency post! 🚨 #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #Cats
Cat being hysterical for seemingly no reason.Cat shaking rapidly in an attempt to enter the backrooms.Cat being dragged away to cat jail for unspeakable crimes.Cat attack!!!
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DOLOS: Your Best Future | Wishlist on Steam! @dolos-inc.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
A shout-out to the two starter packs that high-light many narrative games! go.bsky.app/CvfQ9QU go.bsky.app/4xhRuC4 If you're not in any pack, there's still plenty of room in the 2nd one, leave a comment below or send us a message to be added! #narrativegame #indiegame #indiegames #storydriven
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
ONEiRA finally has some Steam art! (credits: @tnaskk.bsky.social) 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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ONEiRA on Steam
ONEiRA is a narrative-driven puzzle-platformer where your choices matter. Explore a world where dreams are sold as entertainment and your job is to ensure each is market-ready. Inspect virtual dreamsc...
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
We just got interviewed by @pixigonal.bsky.social! We talked about ONEiRA, its development, and the crazy state of the game industry right now. 🌐 Read it here: bit.ly/3HVBC1b #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Here's some concept art of our upcoming indie game! (credits: @tnaskk.bsky.social) #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #ConceptArt
Concept art for ONEiRA's techno cathedral.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Ranking indie games based on how much I'd want to live in them. Thoughts? #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
A tier list where I rank indie games based on how much I'd want to live in them.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Some early 'snippets' of ONEiRA's paper desert! 🧻🏜️ 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
We made an early alpha trailer for ONEiRA to appease the Steam gods. 💭 What do you think? 🌐 bit.ly/3HJ9LRD I'd love your honest thoughts on it so we can make it awesome! 😇 #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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ONEiRA Trailer (early alpha)
This trailer features alpha footage of ONEiRA from Dream Matter Labs, an indie studio bringing dreams to life! Join our Discord to follow development. https://dreammatterlabs.com/ Music by @ForgottenDawn
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Made a tier list of indie games that emotionally ruined me. 🫠 Thoughts? #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
A tier list of indie games that emotionally ruined me.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
Not everything in ONEiRA is as it seems—especially its NPCs. Shaped by trauma, they speak only in half truths and metaphors. And somehow... they know you? 🌐 Wishlist now: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
ONEiRA NPC.ONEiRA NPC.ONEiRA NPC.ONEiRA NPC.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
In case you missed it, we did an interview with Indie Game Origin! We talk about how ONEiRA explores trauma, healing, choice, and the creation of its surreal dreamscapes. 🌐 Watch it here: bit.ly/45hpdhS #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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Dreams for Sale? | INDIE GAME DEV CHAT | Dream Matter Labs
Get your dreams here! Dreams for Sale! What started as a game jam idea has flourished into a 16 person team behind ONEiRA, the breakout title from Dream Matter Labs. What would happen if you could buy and sell dreams? Or ensure quality for the buyer? ONEiRA explores the surreal through PCG, phenomenal art, and emotionally evocative gameplay. Come join us as we explore how this title came to be, and what to potentially expect from the future. **The Team and Relevant Links** ONEiRA on Steam - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3521080/ONEiRA/ To join Dream Matter Labs on Discord please use their Steam page! This is to avoid bot spam, thank you! __________________ John Martini-Stolzle (Studio Director; Interactive Sound Designer) https://ambientartstyles.com/ Max (Lead Programmer, Game Designer) https://mharris382.github.io/ Isabella Piechota (3D Artist, Team Leader) https://www.artstation.com/bellapix Forgotten Dawn (Composer & Character Designer) https://www.youtube.com/@ForgottenDawn Fred H. (Narrative Specialist, Team Leader) https://fredomato.itch.io/ Habu (3D Artist) https://www.artstation.com/habukatu Stephanie H. (Unreal Generalist, Programmer) https://github.com/sljeandell Jöel van Doorn (Marketing Manager, Team Leader) https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-van-doorn/ Stephanie Terrero (UI Artist, Voice Actor) https://www.stephanieterrero.com/ Pam (Level Designer, Team Leader) https://blueagate.vercel.app/ Adam (Level Designer) https://www.adamvillareal.com/ Daniel (Level Designer) https://www.danieltvete.com/ Gabe (Environmental Artist) https://www.artstation.com/gabekabam Cody Schroeder (Concept Artist) https://codyschroeder.myportfolio.com/ Ashe (Community Discord Manager) linktr.ee/ashe_xoThe Team and Relevant Links ONEiRA on Steam - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3521080/ONEiRA/ To join Dream Matter Labs on Discord please use their Steam page! This is to avoid bot spam, thank you! __________________ John Martini-Stolzle (Studio Director; Interactive Sound Designer) https://ambientartstyles.com/ Max (Lead Programmer, Game Designer) https://mharris382.github.io/ Isabella Piechota (3D Artist, Team Leader) https://www.artstation.com/bellapix Forgotten Dawn (Composer & Character Designer) https://www.youtube.com/@ForgottenDawn Fred H. (Narrative Specialist, Team Leader) https://fredomato.itch.io/ Habu (3D Artist) https://www.artstation.com/habukatu Stephanie H. (Unreal Generalist, Programmer) https://github.com/sljeandell Jöel van Doorn (Marketing Manager, Team Leader) https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-van-doorn/ Stephanie Terrero (UI Artist, Voice Actor) https://www.stephanieterrero.com/ Pam (Level Designer, Team Leader) https://blueagate.vercel.app/ Adam (Level Designer) https://www.adamvillareal.com/ Daniel (Level Designer) https://www.danieltvete.com/ Gabe (Environmental Artist) https://www.artstation.com/gabekabam Cody Schroeder (Concept Artist) https://codyschroeder.myportfolio.com/ Ashe (Community Discord Manager) linktr.ee/ashe_xo
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
Time to drop the really big bomb: Our latest studio update is now live! This month, we dive into the messy aspect of indie development and share some exciting updates. 🌐 Read it here: bit.ly/43wN9ML #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
✨ Welcome to ONEiRA's hub ✨ Where dreams are processed, trauma is monetized, and the coffee is always suspiciously warm... 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
ONEiRA's hub.ONEiRA's Deskworker.ONEiRA employee.ONEiRA's hub.
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Indie Game Origin @indiegameorigin.com · 03/06/2025
Dreams for sale? We sat to talk with the makers of ONEiRA from @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social  about how this surreal title has come to where it is.  Full interview up on YouTube, and make sure you wishlist ONEiRA on Steam!  #steam #indiegame #gamedev #gamedesign #makinggames
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Some of the best games are born in a game jam (Celeste!!!); fueled by sleep deprivation, sticky notes, and an oddly specific prompt. If you’re waiting for the “right time” to join one, consider this your sign 🪧 ✧˚- indiegamejams.com #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
Graffiti sun with a smiley face drawn on a concrete ceiling.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
🌊🌱✨ Is there such a thing as too many underwater plants? We're on a quest to find out.🦈 As game devs, we ask ourselves the strangest questions... and then stare mesmerized at the screen for 10 minutes straight. 🔮 #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #indie #plantlife
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Here's gameplay of ONEiRA's first puzzle! Your first day on the job as a dream maintenance worker 🫡 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
We're too busy fixing bugs today so this is an emergency post! 🚨 #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #Cats
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
We just dropped a deep dive into ONEiRA's first-ever boss fight area! 🌐 Read it here: shorturl.at/BBZOa #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
A broken tower reaching far into space.Dark temple with blue glowing cracks in the stone floor.An in-engine screenshot of ONEiRA's boss fight area.Procedurally generated tower.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Some early images of ONEiRA's glitchy techno dreamscape! 👾 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
Glowing skyscrapers that spiral far into the sky.Glowing skyscrapers that spiral far into the sky.Glowing skyscrapers that spiral far into the sky.
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Indie Game Origin @indiegameorigin.com · 20/05/2025
Just finished up my interview with @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social about their in progress title ONEiRA! A game where dreams are for sale~ 👀 Full interview drops early June~ make sure you join them on discord 💪 #dreammatterlabs #indiegame #igo #dreamgames #gaming
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Here's our social media tier list for indie game marketing! Thoughts? 😁 #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment #Marketing
Social media tier list for indie marketing.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 16/05/2025
How did R.E.P.O., Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, & Schedule 1 become a success? To answer that, we did a deep dive into their marketing to figure out what we can learn! 🌐 Read it here: bit.ly/4k3LOCY #Indie #IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev
A collage of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, R.E.P.O., and Schedule 1 banners
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
A glimpse into ONEiRA’s spore trip! 🍄 Inhale the spores 👁️ Uncover a hidden path ✨ Take a leap of faith! Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
We've been working on a narrative-driven puzzle-platformer where your choices matter called ONEiRA. Here's what it's about 👇 (1/6) #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #GameDevelopment
A dark trench filled with glowing golden mushrooms and eerie blue lanterns.A skyline filled with surreal skyscrapers that reach far into the sky.An interaction with an NPC in the paper desert dreamscape.A colorful mushroom temple area containing a puzzle.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
A timely update on our narrative-driven puzzle-platformer! Our new blog post is now live and highlights some exciting changes to ONEiRA over the past month! 🌐 Read it here: bit.ly/4jQ77YG #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #Blog
ONEiRA's first puzzle.Dark mushroom trench.Ominous alleyway with a small river and glowing mushrooms.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
A peek into the mushroom trench—one of our favorite spots in ONEiRA! 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieGame #GameDev #WishlistWednesday
ONEiRA mushroom trench 1.ONEiRA mushroom trench 2.ONEiRA mushroom trench 3.ONEiRA mushroom trench 4.
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Here's a timelapse of how we used PCG for our upcoming indie game! I highly recommend using it as it significantly enhances development. 🌐 Wishlist here: bit.ly/3ETddIq #Indie #IndieDev #GameDev #Unreal #PCG
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Dream Matter Labs @dreammatterlabs.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Another week, another blog post! It's already been a month since we launched our indie studio, so we wanted to give you an update on what we've been up to! 🌐 Check it out here: bit.ly/4lYRIql #Indie #IndieGames #IndieDev #GameDev #blog
Dream Matter Labs blogpost.
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