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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

I may have had too much fun adding status lights to the turrets, but if they were real devices then they should display error codes when a system fault occurs. #gamedev #indiedev #indiegamedev #indiegame #screenshotsaturday

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Something that in-development Idosra Engine 2.0.0 can do that Version 1.2.1 can't: flaming debris now cast proper shadows against walls. This effect should also help players get earlier warning when projectiles are headed their way! #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiedev #screenshotsaturday

Interior chamber with waterfall and lights casting a shadow

Interior chamber with fireballs casting shadows against platforms

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Updated progress on title screen illustration for the sequel to Idosra: The Electric Renaissance. Illustration done in Krita with post-processing in GIMP #indiegame #indiegamedev #gamedev #gameart #krita

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

I just finished the first tileset for the sequel to Idosra: The Electric Renaissance-- Pipes! Pipes were the most frequently used decorative element in the first game, so I gave myself a wider variety for the sequel, more fittings, vents, etc. #gamedev #indiegamedev #pixelart #gameart

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance is currently on sale on Steam's Summer Sale! Check it out if you're interested in sidescrolling RPGs! store.steampowered.com/app/2808350/...

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Here is revised character art for "Idosra 2", yet-to-be-named sequel to "Idosra: The Electric Renaissance". It is a detailed version of the sketch posted a couple of months ago. #indiegame #indiegamedev #characterart #gamedev #idosra

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Learning to use Blender... going well so far! #blender #neckneck

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Sam_makes_games @sam-makes-games.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Mech Tech is LIVE on Kickstarter! www.kickstarter.com/projects/167... #gaming #videogames #indiegame #kickstarter

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Second of four concept illustrations. I still like this art direction for "The Electric Renaissance"'s sequel. Idosra 1's art was based off of 3D models I made back in 2016. The new illustrations feel intentionally 2D. Plus it's nice to learn a new style. #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiegame #gameart

Marika holding a sword and going "Yaaahh!" while swinging it... with a cool 90's geometry shape thingy in the background.

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Manga style Marika! Currently planning "Idosra 2" (unnamed sequel to "The Electric Renaissance"). Thinking that borrowing some tropes from the magical girl genre may add some interesting opportunities to expand on my favorite parts of the original game. #indiedev #gamedev #idosra #characterdesign

Manga style Marika, holding a sword and making a victory "yah!"

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

I was just notified that Idosra: The Electric Renaissance received two nominations from Nevermore Niche: "Best in Genre Action/Adventure" and, for @musicvsartstuff.bsky.social 's compositions, "Audio Design Music"! nevermoreniche.com/the-nevermor...

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

New launcher/setup screen for the (yet-to-be-named) sequel to Idosra: The Electric Renaissance. You can't spell "Idosra" without "DOS".

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

One of the key aspects of Idosra's look is lighting. So for the sequel, I'm working on a proper shader for dynamic lights (Electric Renaissance renders in software only). It's a bit rough, but coming along. Artwork from Kenney Assets. #indiegamedev #indiedev #gamedev #glslshader

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 23/12/2025

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance is on sale through January 5! We are offering a 25% discount... and you can still grab the demo (one to two hours gameplay) for free! store.steampowered.com/app/2808350/... #steam #steamwintersale #indiegames #idosra #steamdeck

Text reads: Steam Winter Sale DEC 18 - JAN 15 at 10AM PT
Idosra: The Electric Renaissance -25% $11.24

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jitspoe @jitspoe.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Showcase premiers today on twitch.tv/jitspoe at 10PM UTC (with a delayed premier on youtube.com/jitspoe in case you missed it). lonewulfstudio.com/indieshowcas... for the countdown and start time in your timezone. Devs: Please check the game list to make sure all your info is good!

Collection of indie games with the text "300 Indie Games, 15 Seconds Each".

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Season's Greetings from the Cast of Idosra: The Electric Renaissance! We have a special holiday-themed demo out! You can check it out as a selectable option from the free demo on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2808350/... #gamedev #indiegames #idosra #indiegamedev #holidays2025

Card with text: Season's Greetings from the Cast of Idosra: The Electric Renaissance!

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Since Idosra released I've heard a lot of positive feedback about the game's music. That was the work of @musicvsartstuff.bsky.social. Go check out her work! If you're an #indiedeveloper, I highly recommend her services. She's a pleasure to work with. #indiegamedev #gamedev

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance Version 1.1.5 is now live on our Steam store page on our Beta branch! A lot of little nuances have been attended to! store.steampowered.com/news/app/280... #steam #indiegames #indiegamedev #steamdeck #gamedev

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance is now available on Steam! Explore the distant future in a world that is on the verge of rediscovering electricity in an indie title that combines sidescrolling action with RPG mechanics. steam.pm/app/2808350 #indiegames #indiegamedev #steamdeck

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance Version 1.1.4 Full Release! Marika shown dodging mana fire

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Happy #wishlistwednesday! Idosra is releasing in November! If you're a fan of RPGs and 2D sidescrollers, check out our Steam Page: store.steampowered.com/app/2808350/... #indiegames #indiegamedev

Marika sitting on a pillar overlooking a town below

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oakcityindie @oakcityindie.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

⚠️ Oak City Indie Games megathread INCOMING ⚠️ OCIG 2025 IS THIS SATURDAY! GIGANTIC thanks to our Sponsors for helping us keep this volunteer run event going! 💜

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Idosra: The Electric Renaissance is participating in Steam Next Fest! If you have seen Idosra's recent video clips, all of the music was composed by @musicvsartstuff.bsky.social! Go check out her work... and of course, try the demo on Steam!

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Marika has found a secret lab. She is about to discover something is terribly amiss... Idosra is participating in Steam Next Fest! Check out a free-to-play demo on our Steam store page: store.steampowered.com/app/2808350/... #screenshotsaturday #indiegames #steamnextfest #indiegamedev

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Good programmers know to use quacksort to get their ducks in a row.

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Idosra now fully supports user mods. The demos for Steam Next Fest and Oak City Indie Games 2025 are implemented as mods. Players will be able to add their own levels, dialogs, maps, or replace the default ones. #screenshotsaturday #indiegames #indiegamedev #linuxgames #rpg #platformer

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Did you know... Despite its DOS game inspirations, much of Idosra was developed on Linux using a wide array of open source tools and 'free-as-in-freedom' software? #indiegamedev #gamedev #linuxgaming #gamingonlinux #steamdeck

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Happy Halloween 2025! This year's Halloween card adds more of the cast in costumes! Can you guess what all of them are? #indiegames #pixelart #gamedev #indiegamedev #indiegamehalloweencards

Happy Halloween from the Cast of Idosra: The Electric Renaissance featuring characters in costumes.

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oakcityindie @oakcityindie.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

3 More Weeks until Oak City Indie! Over 40 #IndieDevs showing off the hottest #indiegames in town. Have you bought your tickets yet? www.eventbrite.com/e/oak-city-i... #gaming #Convention

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Michael Mato 🍅 @toomuchtomato.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

After 20 months of development, I launched my tennis roguelike on Steam today: store.steampowered.com/app/2824780/... 🎾I hope you all enjoy TORSO TENNIS!

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Here's an #indiegamedev tip! I wanted to generate business cards with Steam keys for distribution to press at Oak City Indie Games 2025. Each card needs its own unique back with key! I was able to automate this process using ImageMagick and some Bash shell tricks. www.idosra.com/blog/2025/09...

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

The demo for Idosra: The Electric Renaissance just released! Idosra is a hybrid RPG/platformer set in the far future of North Carolina. V1.0.6 is the first release ahead of Steam Next Fest. Please check it out on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2808350 #indiegames #indiegamedev #gamedev

The promotional artwork for Idosra: The Electric Renaissance with URLs (same as in the main message)

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

Shout-out to New Bern, NC! What will people in the far future think of the statues? #screenshotsaturday #northcarolina #indiegamedev #indiegames #NewBernNC

Screenshot from a conversation about the bear statues in New Bern that takes place in the far future of North Carolina.

"Mazen says there's a ruins of a city full of colorful bear statues near here... perhaps the bear gods of the Carolinians."

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

I'm continuing to experiment with short form content. The "one minute devlogs" are my favorite, but are also the most time consuming to make. Here is number five with an open question about creativity in game design: youtube.com/shorts/E5aTq... #gamedev #indiedev #gamedevblog #gamedesign #devlog

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Creativity in Game Design #gamedev #devlog #indiedev #indiegamedev #gamedesign #gamedevblog #gaming

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

I like making idle animations. I expanded on one of my favorite ones. In this sequence Marika, the player character, imitates Samara from "The Ring". #pixelart #gameart #gamedev #indiedev

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

New one-minute devlog for Idosra. I started this series last week. This is the second entry addressing the question: "How can we design an RPG that discourages grinding?" youtube.com/shorts/5uW4i... #gamedev #indiedev #gamedesign #rpg

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Game Design Lessons Learned 2 #gamedev #devlog #indiedev #indiegamedev #gamedesign #rpg

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Some revised 256-color artwork. The first version was 3000px wide. This is the in-game version, 432x240 base resolution. This illustration follows "Water Ruins", which is one of my favorite levels. #gamedev #indiedev #indiegames #gameart #idosra

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

I experimented with a new "mini devlog" format for YouTube shorts. It's presented as a problem-and-solution style. Here is "Game Design Lessons Learned" about player character growth. youtube.com/shorts/Za6_p... #gamedev #indiedev #devlog #indiegames

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Game Design Lessons Learned #gaming #gamedevblog #indiedev #gamedesign #indiegame

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Spent most of my development time today tracking down a bug in the level rendering code that draws grass blades in front of the characters' feet. Grass no longer draws over the menu buttons! I had some time left to draw some 256-color illustrations. Here is one! #gamedev #indiedev #indiegames

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Official launch announcement trailer for Idosra: The Electric Renaissance! www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUDe...

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Idosra: The Electric Renaissance Launch Announcement

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R. Watson @flyingwienerdog.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

Hello, Bluesky! Flying Wiener Dog Studio is an indie studio based in North Carolina. We are currently developing Idosra: The Electric Renaissance, scheduled to launch this November! steam.pm/app/2808350

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Idosra: The Electric Renaissance on Steam

Explore the distant future in Idosra, an action-adventure RPG set in a world on the verge of rediscovering electricity. Follow Marika's quest to uncover the motives of the Vallas Empire. Learn dozens ...

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