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Have you become so fond of humans, Ultraman? @pyonkotchi.com · 10/08/2026

the game's summary says "Valerie, an ordinary 16 yr old" but i dont think thats true, she's the prettiest girl in the whole wide world after all... why did i lie like that

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

it's keegan's world and we're all living in it!!! #DevotedVN brainstorming/outtake/character study/sheer indulgence, shiiiiiid

snippet from a scene featuring original characters Keegan and Oke from visual novel series, Crushed.

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HeartSync is recovering (semi-hiatus) @hsp-emtalks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Switched between coding Burning Academia to chipping away at the eventually update for Heart.Marrow.Blood and all I have to say is that I missed my wife--

A character sprite of Lucia from the game Heart.Marrow.Blood.

A character sprite of Lucia from the game Heart.Marrow.Blood showing an alternative outfit.

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Layla Pigott (they/she) @laylapigott.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

So many cool indie trans creatives out there (and I happen to be one of them!) Support an indie game dev & their team making an unapologetically queer, trans & political love letter to Cowboy Bebop. Wishlist Bitter Silver on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/1906930/...

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Bitter Silver on Steam

You are an intergalactic bounty hunter leading a team of bickering misfits as you track down targets with your words and your weapons to find your missing mom. Make every choice count in this reactive...

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hollowrosestudios.bsky.social @hollowrosestudios.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

🧜‍♀️Updated Demo & Devlog for Tazenkwet: The Free Mermaid!🌊 💬Question Khandisha the sea witch 🫨Face a cosmic horror bad ending 🤔Put your Bold/Kind skills to the test ✨And learn more about the game's concept: Amazigh culture, disability praxis, & transformation ✨

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Origin & Development: The Cultural Specificity of Imazighen and Disability Praxis of Transformation

Tazenkwet: The Free Mermaid is a political fairytale about transformation, agency, and the dangers of myth-making (of ourselves, our loved ones, and those we label as "the other.") What I've created f...

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crescence @crescence-studio.itch.io · 09/08/2026

Calling all Fanartists ‼️ If you've made (or want to make) Alaris fanart, this is your MOMENT!!! TLDR: the official Alaris artbook is in the works and we'd love to feature YOU 🫵 More details here: www.tumblr.com/crescencestu...

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💬 0 🔁 5 ❤️ 26 · Calling All Alaris Fanart! · wow it's been a while since we saw this header for a post HUH Hello all Alaris lovers, I have a proposition for you all should this interest you...…

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

as a game developer who wrestlers with how to show up for myself as much as my player base, the shit is ridiculously hard. I struggle w/how to make it fun bc I'm not having fun. but there are SO many ppl to look up to + be inspired/encouraged by? anyway I read this devlog and my moot is so! COOL!

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Origin & Development: The Cultural Specificity of Imazighen and Disability Praxis of Transformation

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itch.io @itch.io · 04/08/2026

Enjoy 127 items by 109 creators and support game devs effected by recent layoffs: itch.io/b/3802/game-...

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Kendra, normal version @kendrawcandraw.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

*more tired than I've ever been in my life* I love art and creating so much

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀

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Kristi (งツ)ว @husbandogoddess.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

August and September are going to be busy months for me, so money's going to be tight. As you all know, I self-fund all my games. I've opened up a goal to help raise funds for AroDynamics editing + audio for A Little Inconvenience ($900 total). Anything helps! ❤️ ko-fi.com/husbandogodd...

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tenshideve @tenshideve.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

"You have one hour to bring me Adrien Crowe, or this building explodes." What should've been a routine shift at the bank turns into a hostage crisis! Somehow, all the robbers are cute girls? 🔐HOSTAGE HEART is out now!❤️ #timedchoices #galge

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Have you become so fond of humans, Ultraman? @pyonkotchi.com · 03/08/2026

white ppl in fandom will be like "i dont write black characters bc its not my place and i just dont want to offend anyone by overstepping"................but you write asians all the time tho? 🤨

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✨ Xen ✨ - August Waitlist Open! @secxen.art · 21/07/2026

Cutely stares at this so I can feed my brain more fic inspiration

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Casey Autumn North @casefirefly.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Hi, everyone! I've been quiet for a while, so it's time to re-introduce myself. I'm the organiser for Alternative Wonders Studio, and it's time to reintroduce what we do! Our first visual novel was Demons of the Venta Quemada, a sort of gothic supernatural tale. Here's our cover on Itch!

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TuffMallow @tuffmallow.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

I made an O2A2 game. About a moment. A single exchange between two people on the eve on an adventure not yet foreseen. Check it out. Meet Faun Valentine the day before The Closet Door. 🚪🍹 tuffmallow.itch.io/the-corporat...

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The Corporate Diva by TuffMallow

Magazines don't capture everything. Meet the diva behind the smirk in 1000 words

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🍍ARI B. CHILLIN’ | O2A2 GAME OUT📌 @xxmissarichanxx.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

my O2A2 2026 submission is out! Prayers for the Fallen contains ⚠️BODY HORROR, so proceed with caution! #o2a2 #visualnovel #horrorgame #darkfantasy 🎮 xxmissarichanxx.itch.io/prayersforth...

promotional image for micro-visual novel Prayers for the Fallen, made for Only One of Any Asset Jam 2026

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Carrot 🥕 @justacarrot.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

OK by a little something I meant a 35-page guide to some scene direction stuff complete with video examples. It covers some basics for working with sprites, framing and balancing scenes, shifting focus, and translating actions. I hope it's OK! #visualnovel #vndev www.patreon.com/just_a_carro...

A collage-style image of visual novel screenshots around a Tomodachi Life screenshot with an arm directing a character. The text says "Scene Direction in Visual Novels."

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BibiXP @bibixp.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

I have MOSTLY finished the protagonist of the second game I'm working on next to "Shelter THEM Shelter YOU Shelter ME"! I say mostly as he has one big feature that's hard to draw and I don't want to mess up, so until I get it meet Antonio the witch of the woods! :3 #pixelart #visualnovel #indiedev

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Breana Navickas @breanimator.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

If you want to Support Black #indieanimation Then these 4 Videos are Essential to learn about Black Indie Animation Why we're doing what we do, and the archetype that's sweeping Black Indie, The Black Magical Girl/Boy

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

missed last year’s chance to release Loved on yaoi day, and missed yaoi day THIS year bc I was plotting and scheming what story to tell for my otp (I think I got it??? 🤫)

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Amy @ladymeowsith.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Aelfric/Conrad using a Pinterest reference 🫶 #aelfric #conrad #aelfricposting #oc

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NightLightWrks @nightlightwrks.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Hi again! This is the last time I’ll be posting to boost this form I promise, but we have a new spot open for a character sprite artist on the team so if you’re interested please check it out! forms.gle/A2PAwMRXJUrm... #cyberpunk #visualnovel

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BibiXP @bibixp.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The expression work has been done! AND much of the story is already written! :0 The work has been moving smoother for this game due to the story being in my head for so long so I'm just enjoying the feeling of just knowing what I'm doing for this one! :3 #vndev #pixelart #cuteart

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

also y’all have til November 30th 11:59 PM EST to catch UP, I have holiday headcanons & I’m not playing with y'all asses 🧍🏾‍♀️

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

my sprite artist doesn't know it yet, but we're joining forces so I can participate in trans otome jam w/ Keeg and Oke and make THEE most self-indulgent shit I've ever created (Ken and Janella, hold your beer) ...no, this isn't the announcement for Devoted 🙂‍↕️

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

*peeks head in* would y'all fuck with an episodic style release for HSDJY 2? (serious question btw)

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Geneva/Styx @gensuta.itch.io · 16/06/2026

Super excited to be doing this microtalk this year!! 💖

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🍍ARI B. CHILLIN’ | O2A2 GAME OUT📌 @xxmissarichanxx.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

I Turned My BFF's Dogs Human is set in my home state of hawaii in the town of hilo on the big island (which is also called hawaii island). even more specifically, in the dog owner's home! there's a lot of colorful plant life indoors and out! 🐶 xxmissarichanxx.itch.io/itmbdh #dogsitterVN #vndev

screenshot from visual novel and raising simulation, I Turned My BFF's Dogs Human. the characters are outdoors where some palm trees and other colorful foliage decorate the yard.

screenshot from visual novel and raising simulation, I Turned My BFF's Dogs Human. it features the living room where large windows show the foliage outside

screenshot from visual novel and raising simulation, I Turned My BFF's Dogs Human. the speaking character, Auntie Jo, is outside in the neighborhood. there are large trees and taro plants outside the homes.

screenshot from visual novel and raising simulation, I Turned My BFF's Dogs Human. the speaking character, kiki, is in the kitchen where some plants sit above the cupboards or on the window sill in front of the sink.

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HeartSync is recovering (semi-hiatus) @hsp-emtalks.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Ah, I also made the Trans Otome Jam page live (although I'm still working on how to word certain things lol) It's a month long jam focused on putting trans rep in otome games! It'll take place during the month of November! Feel free to check it out: itch.io/jam/trans-ot...

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A game jam from 2026-11-01 to 2026-12-01 hosted by HeartSyncProductions. Welcome to Trans Otome Jam! This game jam is about creating otome games with trans representation within them! It's a month lon...

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Have you become so fond of humans, Ultraman? @pyonkotchi.com · 13/07/2026

🎨 Finished cheer Valewie animation 🙏🏽🙏🏽 Do You Care Her?

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Hollowmend @hollowmend.itch.io · 13/07/2026

More people should play my comedy/otome game Fetch Re;Quest so they can meet my emo band kids. You can't date them, but you *can* hunt ghosts with them if you play your cards right... 🐈‍⬛🦇 Check it out on steam and consoles! - store.steampowered.com/app/3902560/...

A screenshot of Nona, David, and Teddy in a bar.
Nona - "The six of wands I drew this morning foretold this moment! Cats Eat Bats is officially on the road to success!"

A screenshot of Nona on a stage speaking into a mic.
Nona - "We're Cats Eat Bats, and as I'm sure you're all aware, tonight is a full moon!"

A screenshot of Todd standing on a stage and playing guitar.
Flora - "Hehe! Todd looks like he's having fun!"

A screenshot of Todd and Nona in a graveyard.
Todd - "You're lucky it's still daylight out, or else I would not have agreed to this."

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Carrot 🥕 @justacarrot.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

To celebrate and say thank you for Our Wonderland reaching Very Positive on Steam, I drew some cute new chibis (´｡• ᵕ •｡`) ♡ Please put them in your pocket ♡♡

A set of five chibi drawings of the main cast of Our Wonderland each with their subsequent pride colors.

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TuffMallow @tuffmallow.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Feeling some whimsy. Might release an O2A2 game.

Faun (protagonist for The Closet Door visual novel) looking over her shoulder, smirking confidently.

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hollowrosestudios.bsky.social @hollowrosestudios.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Tazenkwet: The Free Mermaid Demo is out! 🎉 🪸Guide Tazenkwet through mystery and romance below and above water in this historical fantasy reimagining of The Little Mermaid. 🪸 Demo includes options to meet & investigate merfolk depending on your choices! hollow-rose-studios.itch.io/tazenkwet-th...

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Tazenkwet: The Free Mermaid by Hollow Rose Studios

Break the curse and sing a mermaid’s song of romance, intrigue, and adventure.

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

saw some gone in the head IG account posting about how you shouldn't hold your siblings above your spouse & this the type of shit that'll get you blocked 🙄we're policing how people feel and show love? ofc we are, now I have to villainize you in my writing for being stupid on the internet I pay for

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

hi hello yes, please apply if you meet the requirements (VAs and directors) I NEED to hear the loves of my life and only you 🫵🏽 can make that happen for me

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

AHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! It’s insane that this is one of the handful of VNs I got to see from hella early days to FULLY REALIZED PROJECT and I’m feeling all the things 🥹💛

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Blerdy Otome | Looking for something to play! @blerdyotome.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Still unhappily unemployed and after this latest job rejection, I am going to do a Support-A-Thon to raise funds for living expenses. All support is voluntary, but every milestone will unlock challenges/rewards! The Support-A-Thon will run from 7/12-8/1! Donate: ko-fi.com/blerdyotome

This is a streaming announcement for a "Support-A-Thon" running July 12th–August 1st. It shows donation milestones ranging from $20 to $2000, with fun community rewards like chat choosing games, naming characters, and a webcam-on-stream goal. There's also a "Mini Goals" section with smaller $10–$30 challenges. The design features a pink/purple color scheme with an illustrated Blerdy character holding a Nintendo Switch.

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BibiXP @bibixp.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Honestly not sure if I'm going to finish this game in time for the Toxic Yuri Jam, it's close to done just... not sure if it's "just a few more days" close to done. I can show some of the alternate sprites I made for the game while I work though, check them out! :D #visualnovel #pixelart #cuteart

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Breana Navickas @breanimator.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

It's THE LAST WEEK to Support The Three Tomes on Kickstarter! Just shy of 4k to hit one more stretch goal for a fully animated sequence . A Queer Black magical girl in the Midwest , fighting monsters and falling in love with vampires. 🔗⬇️ #animation #indieanimation #thevampirediaries #magicalgirl

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Kristi (งツ)ว @husbandogoddess.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

1 week until auditions close! Thank you to everyone who's auditioned thus far, or have been so kind to me when I've personally reached out about the casting call. Please continue to share the casting call! Looking forward to hearing your submission. 🖤🤍💚

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

when I say that this game holds a VERY important piece of my heart and I am so glad a new audience will get to experience this treasure??? 🥹💛 AND THIS BITCH IS FREE 99!!! 🗣️

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Hummingbird Games ✨ @gemini-the-dev.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

April’s route is done, so that’s 4 of 6 #HSDJY2 routes written and I am fucking d r a i n e d. see y’all in August, and I’ll try to take a break between now and then. July devlog will go out on tumblr, but yeah 🧍🏾‍♀️

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imp >:D 🛹 @impswrld.xyz · 03/07/2026

HAPPY DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH 💕🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Carrot 🥕 @justacarrot.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

HUZZAH!! The demo for my queer horror game is here for #SteamNextFest! °˖✧◝(⁰▿⁰)◜✧˖° - 2-3 hours long - 100 CGs - Progress + achievements carry over into full game - Includes a super cool exclusive artwork only available in the demo! Please give it a try!! store.steampowered.com/app/4329100/...

A promotional image for the game Our Wonderland showing Iggy, Genzou, Orlam, and Gidget heading towards a mysterious tree with a shadow of an axe-holding figure in the background. The words "Our Wonderland demo out now as part of Steam Next Fest" are superimposed on top.

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