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Anthony

@flitterbick.bsky.social
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I like to jump from one creative project to the next, but I am currently working on finishing up a board game I've designed and hope to eventually turn into a digital game. Discord Community: imgur.com/a/amalgam-board-game-rule…

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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Slowly making progress on the digital implementation of my #boardgame Amalgam. #indiedev & #gamedev is a slow process - but I am having fun learning along the way. My friend Paweł is starting to make some animations/art to hopefully start getting rid of the placeholders.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
I've tried out the little lessons in the chess.com app which seems pretty gradual and not too overwhelming, but they limit how much you can do at once without paying :/
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Yeah, but I guess I would need the patience to get good in the first place in order to have a chance at winning the fast chess lol.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Anyone else really *want* to like #chess but is just far too impatient...among probably other things.... #boardgames
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Another update on my #indiedev progress. Without knowing the rules, it probably just looks like a bunch of gibberish, but I promise I am making progress :) #boardgame #Godot #gamedev #abstractstrategy #game
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Eric Lang @ericlang.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Remember, kids. Game design is 57% art 28% science 69% faffing about thinking about other things 11% scrolling social media 32% arguing 16% tears 48% math Took 25 years, but I got these down EXACTLY
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
Been working on cleaning up code mostly to make everything work together a little more as expected. Still have a lot to do, but it's starting get some more progress. (basic movement/attack/ability logic is complete minus the Void amplification for each ability) #indiedev #boardgames #gamedev #Godot
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Thanks! This was informative. Also, it was nice to see the description you linked.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Nice seeing the progress on this! If you ever need a playtester, feel free to reach out! I'd probably be a low learner but I'd be more than happy to give it a shot when I can find some free time.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
How do you go about communicating who should avoid it - can you elaborate? While I agree, especially during playtesting and such, it's quite easy to communicate this, but on a more broad spectrum I'm curious how this is accomplished.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
I feel like it's sort of like studying for a test - if you get excited about the system of how you study and take notes, you inadvertently end up studying the material without being interested in the material. Not sure if that makes sense at all or not lol. Anyways, best of luck! (2/2)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Yeah, I get that. I sort of do that with things as well. Sometimes making something that requires 10x more effort than the actual thing will be what motivates me to do the said thing... (1/2)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Never heard of this, but it looks quite entertaining!
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
I'm sure some people have a positive opinion of gamified "Todo" apps, but honestly for me, it seems like another chore in and of itself to keep up with the app, rather than a whiteboard or paper list of things to do. I'm a huge fan of lists too. That's just my personal take.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
This looks quite fun!
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
I've heard good things about this game, but haven't played it yet.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Random thought: The more I look at the word "queue" - it's quite a strangely spelled word...
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Here is a link to the rules document: imgur.com/a/0lTmlgR (has additional links to play the game, video tutorial, and etc)
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Amalgam Board Game Rules
Discover the magic of the internet at Imgur, a community powered entertainment destination. Lift your spirits with funny jokes, trending memes, entertaining gifs, inspiring stories, viral videos, and ...
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
I have an abstract strategy #boardgame in the late stages of playtesting, available free on screentop.gg and tabletop sim -working on a standalone app. Would love for you to check it out and/or come by and say hello on our discord server! discord.gg/gKHjJNBWAd #boardgames #game #indiedev #indiedev
A quick overview of the board game.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
This is actually pretty great! 🎲✂️
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 27/12/2024
I'm not used to the character limit of this platform - I tend to be a bit long winded trying to explain my thoughts. I find myself constantly struggling to fit my replies into just one post.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Why the need to write "calm down" - I thought I was simply having a pleasant interaction/conversation. Your reply without the first two words would have sufficed. I wasn't trying to start an argument but simply sharing my thoughts - and it seems you agree. 👍
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
And even helps me learn things quicker through experimentation, and often is able to explain things to me I didn't even know I needed to look up. I don't think it's an end-all, but I think it does provide a valuable resource, as long as it is used correctly and at opportune times.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
For example, me, as a hobbyist creating code for a game project-I get stuck on implementing logic sometimes where I am able to use AI to help me implement it. Of course I know the code is likely very flawed, inefficient, and possibly doesn't even work - but it helps me work towards a solution (2/*)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
That doesn't mean it doesn't have a place. I think like it was mentioned earlier, it's just another tool. I don't think AI should be implemented in a lot of the ways that it currently is, but it doesn't mean that it doesn't provide a valuable tool. (1/*)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Yeah, those are some solid points.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Yeah I was sort of in the same boat, but the farther along I get, the more I would love for it to be played by others (hence the digital adaptation) - but it just adds so much work to it for sure. But I definitely like that mentality/frame of mind when it comes to creating.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
🎲✂️ Has anyone ever thought about making a satirical board game about ongoing issues? One of those where each character such as "John Smith" is obviously x, y, or z in real life...and the game just makes fun of a whole situation while also being quite spot on about the current situation of things?
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AAAAHH-lex Plante 🐀👑 @aplante.com · 25/11/2024
lmfao look at this dumb goose i forgot i drew like a thousand years ago god i love him so much what a perfect fricken goose #KidLitArt 🪶
an illustration of a canada goose being a little anxious weirdo, naruto-running and yelling at who knows what (i'll tell you what: in the full unfinished illustration he is yelling at a toddler in a bathing suit crying and holding an ice cream)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
I wish I could go back and edit my typos... 😕
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
Obviously it do want work like this - but I wish it was as easy as focusing on making a game that you enjoy and not having to worry about the marketing side of things. I guess in theory that's what publishers are for, but of course it's not that easy.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
🎲✂️ as a hobbyist who feels it highly unlikely that his game will get physically published (working towards digital implementation) -its extremely challenging to balance "marketing"/finding players and actually working on the game design & implementation. (...)
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
Depending on the game, but for me - working on an abstract game - trying to define the rules in text only was really a detriment. Once I moved over to creating my rules in Inkscape with proper diagrams, was I able to create a more substantial rules document.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
I played my first game of Regicide with the wife today! It was a lot of fun :) It's nice to be able to play with a standard deck of playing cards. We got to the Kings, and the first one was a Spade - we barely defeated it, then instantly lost against the next King. boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/30...
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Regicide
Work together as brave adventurers to defeat the corrupted monarchy.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 23/12/2024
Working on the digital implementation of #boardgame in #Godot. I have implemented all of the movement and standard attacks as shown in the video below - now I just have to implement the abilities! :) PS: It's a competitive abstract strategy. #gamedev #indiedev #boardgames #hobby
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jitspoe @jitspoe.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
ATTENTION INDIE DEVS! I'll be doing a live stream showing off a bunch of indie games on January 11 @ 5PM EST/10PM UTC. If you worked on a game in 2024 and have a Steam page with a (stream safe) trailer, reply with a link before the end of the year. lonewulfstudio.com/indieshowcas...
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Lone Wulf Studio 2024 Indie Showcase Stream
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Ahhh, thank you for the clarification! :)
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Board Game Bard @boardgamebard.com · 17/12/2024
Christmas Day is fast approaching, so we're hosting a game #giveaway to celebrate! The best part? You pick your #boardgame present! To enter, repost this and join the Discord - that's it! discord.gg/CNTPFE7X78 Drawing will happen Christmas Day at noon CT! Good luck!
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Another variation idea.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Thinking something simple like this.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
When I have time this week I will start experimenting with different things, but I want to know if anyone here has experience or ideas with this issue and ways you may suggest solving it. The pieces: 2x Ruby, 2x Amber, 2x Pearl, 2x Jade | 2x Portals | 1x Amalgam | 1x Void
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
...but the issue is that the "pearl" is also white, and the "void" is also black. I've had suggestiond to make each player use differently shaped pieces, for example hexagons and squares-but I am worried that possibly the shapes may not stand out enough and be differentiated easily/quickly enough...
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
I have an issue that's been bothering me for a while, and I am ready to try and find a solution, but I'd like some feedback from all the 🎲✂️'s here: 🧵 #boardgames #graphicdesign Each player has different pieces that are differentiated through colors, and each player uses WHITE or BLACK pieces...
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
This looks quite fun :) And I haven't heard of playing games via BGG, do they host online events or something?
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
No, but it reminded me of this kickstarter I found out about on BGG, and it looked super interesting. www.kickstarter.com/projects/upp...
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Turing Tumble: Gaming on a Mechanical Computer
Build mechanical computers powered by marbles to solve logic puzzles. Escape planet Eniac and discover how computers work.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
I've heard great things about this game and can't wait to hopefully try it one of these days!
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
I'm curious about those who are a fan of #boardgames - what is your favorite genre?
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Ok, thanks! Also, I got some other feedback on Reddit saying the board on the right looks out of place - so I tried blowing it up and using it as a background...do you think this helps or no?
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
I need feedback again please! 🎲✂️ #boardgames I am not sure if this looks too..."cartoon-y", or like I am promoting to young children? I genuinely can't tell if I love or hate this haha. I need honest feedback if I need to trash this concept/style or not...please help 😅!
Cover photo showing the pieces using their abilities.
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Anthony @flitterbick.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Thanks for sharing all of these :) I appreciate it!
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