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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Surprise! I made a new game! Play as The Pope and fight demonic sea creatures, in this side-scrolling shmup with roguelike elements. Wishlist it on Steam today: store.steampowered.com/app/4700840/... Coming soon! #gamedev #pixelart #retrogaming

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Now until April 12th, most of my games are massively discounted to celebrate the launch of Gunlocked 2. store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... If you love juicy #pixelart and not spending money, have I got the perfect deal for you! Follow my dev page for future updates! #gamedev #indiegames

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Here's every icon I drew for Gunlocked 2 in the 2ish years it took to develop. store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #gamedev #pixelart #indiegame #roguelite

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Don't worry, everyone! Testing on Gunlocked 2's 1.00 patch is going great. No problems at all. #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

New ships coming to Gunlocked 2 this month. store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #GameDev #IndieGame #PixelArt

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

It's never been cheaper to visit outer space...see the sights...kill The Swarm.. store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... Gunlocked 2 is 40% off right now. #indiegame #gamedev #pixelart #bulletheavenfestival

Pixel art of outer space. Planets, moons, etc.

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Time to wear my heart on my sleeve, put all my cards on the table, and other relevant idioms. Things haven't been going so well, but I want to turn things around... store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #indiegame #gamedev

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Years back I posted about how @ramiismail.com's presentation about making games inspired me to release more small projects, so a review on my latest tiny release comparing me to Vlambeer is the highest praise I could ask for! store.steampowered.com/app/4140790/... #gamedev #indiegames

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

The first mockup of Gunlocked 2, including an old version of The Sting King boss. In this iteration, you could have 6 weapons, and "utilities" were briefly called "augments", and augments were called "ship mods." Why?! store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #indiegame #gamedev #indiedev #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Gunlocked 2 gets a Turbo Mode, leaderboards, 80 weapon enhancements, a new playable character, and yes - more. 20% off all week. Buy it here: store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... Like 💚 and share 🔃. #pixelart #indiegaming #shmup #roguelite

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Gunlocked 2 is available today. Spread the good word, buy the great game: store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #indiegame #gamedev #pixelart #shmup #retrogaming

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Join the Space Force, visit outer space, meet interesting characters. store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #Gunlocked2 #PixelArt #GameDev #IndieGame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Every upgrade icon I designed for Gunlocked 2...so far. Early Access starts on August 21st! Wishlist it here: store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #pixelart #icons #gamedev #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

All of my games are currently 66% off thru July 10th! Help fund Gunlocked 2 by grabbing a bunch of games for a few bucks. store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... Spread the word! 💚 #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart #sale

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Just finishing up the streamlined warp zone selection menu in Gunlocked 2. Will be much easier to parse information at a glance, and you can always inspect if you forget what something means. Wishlist here: store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... New trailer coming soon! #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

All of my games are currently 66% off thru June 23rd! The same discounts I'll be offering in the Summer Sale, so no need to wait for a better deal. store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... Spread the word! 💚 #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart #sale

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

I never noticed Steam makes recommendations based on unreleased games in your library. #gamedev

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

Some new and re-imagined weapons coming to Gunlocked 2 (left to right, top to bottom): The Venomizer, Vulcanorb, Arc Light (previously Buzz Saw), and The Big Shot. The top 2 are brand new, and bottom 2 work much different than their old versions. #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Still more animations and effects to add tomorrow, but have enough to start testing the battle out in-game. In related news: Super close to the next stretch goal on my Kickstarter: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #indiegame #gamedev #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

In addition to Gunlocked 2, I have a pinball game in the works. Mostly a side project when I can't look at Gunlocked 2 anymore, but I'll be giving the upcoming prototype out to my Patrons. www.patreon.com/posts/upcomi... #gamedev #pixelart #pinball #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Icons for zone selection in Gunlocked 2 that should help you figure out what you're getting yourself into and what you might earn at a glance. You can inspect the zone to read what they mean, but eventually you shouldn't have to. store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Gunlocked 2 is just $5 away from its first stretch goal. So here's another new boss! Which color do you like best? (I prefer 1) www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #GameDev #IndieGame #PixelArt

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

At 120% funded, Gunlocked 2 is nearing its 1st stretch goal. 1st pass on one of the bonus bosses: The Knight Crawler transforms to reveal a variety of different medieval inspired weapons. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #GameDev #IndieGame #PixelArt

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

Gunlocked 2 is 100% funded in less than 24 hours! I'll be posting stretch goals after I make some coffee and wake myself up. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... Thank you to everyone that has supported so far! #GameDev #IndieGame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

The new Gunlocked 2 campaign is already 70% funded after 6 hours! www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... And I've picked up some new backers along the way. Once I hit 100% I can start to expand the game and work toward all of my lofty original goals, in a more realistic way. #GameDev #IndieGame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

In Gunlocked 2, pilots have unique mastery of their starter weapon granting them bonus abilities. C.R.T has a chance to find scrap from destroyed Drones to restock the Drone Swarm weapon instantly. Wishlist it store.steampowered.com/app/3492830/... #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Grab Arcane Golf for $1. store.steampowered.com/app/897800/A... 250 fantasy, physics-based puzzles with some delightful #pixelart. This one will always have a special place in my heart. #IndieGames #GameDev #SteamSale #PuzzleGames

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Gunlocked 2 is headed toward 1/4 funded with 20 days to go. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... Finding it hard to even reach players of the original. Not a fan of the algorithmic world we live in. Am a fan of huge bosses. So here's a brand new one... #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame #indiegamedev

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

One last #screenshotsaturday for Gunlocked 2. Ships now have their own stats, passives, and unique hitboxes. Back it here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #pixelart #ui #gamedev #indiegame

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Why @kickstarter.com ? Because I’m poring over every aspect of the user experience, and that takes time. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #screenshotsaturday #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame #ui

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Why @kickstarter.com? Because I’m pouring my soul into each character, and that takes time. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #screenshotsaturday #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame #aseprite

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Why @kickstarter.com? Because I’m pouring everything I have into each frame of animation, and that takes time. www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #screenshotsaturday #pixelart #gamedev #indiegame #aseprite

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

After a stellar start, funding has slowed on Gunlocked 2. I have a lot left to share, and I've been reaching out to various websites, so hopefully things pick back up! For now, here's a new boss! Back it here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart #kickstarter

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Zooming toward 20% funded on the Gunlocked 2 Kickstarter campaign! Back it here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... And here's another boss design to celebrate. Check out how all 3 of the original bosses compare to their glow-ups! #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Full key-art for Gunlocked 2. I wanted to do something that was retro, but more flexible than pixel art for a variety of spaces and sizes. How'd I do? Kickstart the game here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #retrogaming #gamedev #indiegame #arcade

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

The Gunlocked 2 Kickstarter has reached 10% funding in under 24 hours! Not a bad start. To celebrate, here's a first look at another classic boss reborn. More to come as new milestones are reached. Back the project here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/fro... #indiegames #gamedev #pixelart #kickstarter

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

If you ignore everything you see, and just feel the truth, you'll realize this is a perfectly designed, fully functional menu. #gamedev #indiegames #pixelart #ui

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

Last day for the best deals I'll be offering for a long time! Get 3 games for less than a burger! store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... Every sale goes toward the next game in this #IndieGame #GameDev adventure I'm on. #SteamSale #PixelArt

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Last chance for the best deals I've ever offered for these games! store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... Every sale goes toward the next game in this #IndieGame #GameDev adventure I'm on. #SteamSale #PixelArt

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

Miss out on the Steam Autumn sale? Still want awesome deals? Boons & Burdens & Gunlocked are keeping their best discounts for another week as part of Bullet Heaven Fest 2.0! store.steampowered.com/app/2646120/... and store.steampowered.com/app/1512480/... #indiegame #roguelite #pixelart #shmup

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Get all of my games on Steam for some of their best prices ever! Great for gifting! store.steampowered.com/developer/Fr... Get Cosmic Raze before it goes up to its full retail price of $3.49. #indiedev #indiegames #steamsale #roguelike #towerdefense #puzzlegame #retrogaming #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

The next major patch for Cosmic Raze will bring an entirely new enemy faction to mix things up called the Ker'Plau. Here's some of the early designs (works in progress). store.steampowered.com/app/3129720/... #indiegame #gamedev #pixelart

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FromLefcourt @fromlefcourt.bsky.social · 07/11/2023

Hey blueys as I shall henceforth call you. I’m a game developer and illustrator, and this is my latest piece. Not sure hashtags are in yet, but for posterity… #pixelart #gamedev #indiegames

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