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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Chantey just hit 200 player reviews, sitting at a near-perfect⭐️rating! To everyone who has played, reviewed, and shared their pirate metal adventure with us so far: 🙏THANK YOU! 👀PS. Can't wait for you to see what we've been working on behind the scenes!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Making good out of something bad. Proceeds from Chantey sales until new years will go to research on childhood life-threatening diseases.

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Statement on the Indie Game Awards' latest announcement regarding Chantey TL;DR - Chantey's award retracted by IGAs producers over cartridges being produced and sold by ModRetro - Response to a virtue signaling statement by IGAs Director, filled with falsehoods and inaccuracies

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

🏴‍☠️🦜Put your pirate costume on and embrace your adventurous self! Don't be afraid to sail into the haunted seas! 🎃Happy Halloween everyone!🎃

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

🏆Every secret found, every challenge conquered! Huge congrats to u/nortakales, the first person to 100% Chantey! Think you’ve got what it takes? 💯 Completion awaits. 📥 Grab the game. 📸 Tag us when you hit 100%! Let’s see who’s next. 👀

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

🚨I'm excited to announce I will be at gamescom again this year, showcasing the full version of Chantey as a key partner at the @modretro.bsky.social , together with @2ndlawgames.bsky.social and Two Tribes! 👉Make sure to stop by & play the latest titles from the ModRetro lineup!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

📣Happy to share that Patch 1.1 is LIVE via the MR Updater Cart Clinic! A huge shoutout to everyone who's brought issues to my attention - they've all been addressed in this version! For a comprehensive changelog, please visit modretro.com/pages/games-...

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

🚨 You’re stranded on a deserted island! 🌴 You can pick only ONE crewmate to survive with. 🤔 Who are you choosing? 👇 #chantey #indiegames #indiedev #gbstudio #modretro #chromatic #gameboy

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

🏝️Secret treasure coves await all would-be explorers! 🤔Found any yet? #retrogaming #modretro #chromatic #gameboy #gbstudio #pirates

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

We are now on Instagram!📷 Follow us now for exclusive photos, reels and insta stories! www.instagram.com/gortyncode/

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

For a brief time, we got those in Greece as well! These are the GameCube and GBA hype issues!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

So... Mine arrived this morning! Who here has already finished theirs? #modretro #chromatic

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Gotta admit... Chantey looks great on the @modretro.bsky.social Chromatic DMG 1 Color Filter (RIGHT + A + B on boot). What filter will you be playing Chantey in? #screenshotsaturday #gameboy #ComingSoon

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 17/01/2025

Game's almost done, so here's a little something for all of you eagerly awaiting its release: Gone are the days generic-pirate-guys vs. generic-pirate-guy-look-alikes. Say hello to unique, story-driven crews of scallywags, duking it out in every encounter! Coming soon...

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

When ye stumble upon the forsaken lair of the most legendary privateer to ever sail the seas... Give it a makeover! #chromatic #gameboy #gbstudio #pixelart #indiegame #gamedev #pirates

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

Refined the design of the Overworld ship sprites, to great optimization effect. As a bonus - I think they look better! Awesome side effect: I can produce larger & better looking ships now, by copying the middle part, at no extra unique tile cost! #gbstudio #gameboy #indiegame

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

50% adventure game, 50% rhythm game, 100% nostalgia vibes! Try the demo at gortyncode.itch.io/chantey-prol..., and pre-order your physical copy of Chantey for the @modretro.bsky.social #chromatic now! #gameboy #screenshotsaturday #retrogames #indiegame #gbstudio #pixelart

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 12/11/2024

Catch up on your sightseeing while travelling the world of Chantey! ✅Appreciate the local aquatic life. ✅Take peaceful walks on the piers. ✅See a fellow pirate dangling in a gibbet. 🏴‍☠️Yo ho, yo ho, a pirate's life for me! #indiegame #GameBoy #gbstudio #pixelart

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 04/11/2024

Be on your guard in places like this! They likely aren't too fond of pirates! 🛒Pre-order Chantey here: modretro.com/products/cha... 🎬Watch the trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNBV... #gameboy #chromatic #indiegame #retrogames #pixelart #gamedev

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 26/10/2024

Ever wondered what the inside of a pirate fort looks like? Fort Nassau is home to a host of memorable characters to interact with! Chantey is available to pre-order now for the ModRetro #Chromatic and #GameBoy. Claim a copy now! 👉https://modretro.com/products/chantey #screenshotsaturday

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 21/10/2024

New Area unlocked! Nassau, unofficial capital of the 🏴‍☠️Pirate Republic! With its naturally fortified harbor that’s too shallow for large battleships, Nassau has become a haven for some of the most notorious pirates in the Caribbean, ruling over the brethren from within the formidable Fort Nassau.

In-game screenshot of Chantey depicting the player's pirate ship amidst patches of land and islands, heading towards the port town of Nassau.

In-game screenshot of Chantey depicting the player in front of two buildings, observing two male Non-Player Characters (NPCs), onw of whom appears to be sleeping.

In-game screenshot of Chantey depicting the player at an outdoors tavern with three round tables, and surrounded by Non Player Characters to interact with.

In-game screenshot of Chantey depicting the player at an indoor tavern. There are four tables and several Non-Player Characters to interact with. The player is shown speaking to a female character (identified as 'Wench'), who says "Why's it always gotta be this reeking bunch?"

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 04/10/2024

🚨Spread the word!🚨 Help send Chantey to Lisbon and make #Gameboy games part of the discussion again! Vote for Chantey in the DevGAMM Community Vote: 1️⃣ Visit form.fillout.com/t/hZWP7Kgy7Aus and verify your email 2️⃣ Add & search for "Chantey" 3️⃣ Vote! 🙏Thank you for your support!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 26/09/2024

Lots of new followers, thanks for joining! Here's what's up: I've been developing Chantey, a pirate metal retro adventure rhythm game, to release for Chromatic & Game Boy in Q1 2025! Play the demo 👉https://gortyncode.itch.io/chantey-prologue Pre-order 👉https://modretro.com/products/chantey

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 26/03/2024

WIP of the new UI screen for the chanteys you've collected throughout your adventure: Behold, the vinyldex! #gbstudio #gameboy #homebrew #indiedev #gamedev #gamedevelopment #pirates

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 13/03/2024

Experimenting with the new tileset from my previous post, debuting some new animated sprites, and there we have #Chantey's first outdoor tavern environment! Welcome to the Republic of Pirates! 🏴‍☠️ #gameboy #gbstudio

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 07/03/2024

Can't wait for you guys to explore this place! Another tileset done for #Chantey's shanty towns, scattered throughout the Caribbean. #GBStudio #GameBoy #homebrew #indiedev #gamedev #gamedevelopment #pirates

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 08/02/2024

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 09/01/2024

Happy new year me hearties! Let's kick this year's posts off with a shot of the WIP tileset for Spanish towns an settlements in Chantey. Trying to give each town its own unique look and feel. #gamedev #GameBoy #indiedev #pixelart #homebrew

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 30/12/2023

Αs the year draws to a close, I decided to update Chantey's Itch.io cover, by putting together a movie poster-like composition. What do you think? #gameboy #gamedev #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #pixelart #coverart

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 29/12/2023

Here's an update on the 'Boarding Party' battle screen (before and after). Decided to also work on a new Enemy Captain portrait - inspired by the legendary pirate, Black Caesar. #gameboy #gamedev #indiedev #pixelart #homebrew #gbstudio

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 24/12/2023

To all o' you, me hearties, Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season! 👇👇

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 20/12/2023

WIP on a new Battle Screen and original pirate metal goodness for #Chantey - The Boarding Party! #gameboy #gamedev #indiedev #pixelart #homebrew #gbdev #retrogames #piratemetal

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 05/12/2023

Really bad quick drawing of the battle screen layout (made during #gbcompo23) and how it turned out in the game. Found a bunch of those sketches lying around, thought they would make for an interesting share. Luckily, my pixel art skills are better than my skills with a pencil!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 04/12/2023

- "You are not getting a launch title for your brand new Analogue Pocket console, we got launch titles at home!" - The launch title at home:

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 02/12/2023

If I ever end up doing merch for Chantey, this guy is going on a T-shirt👕 #screenshotsaturday #gameboy #indiegame #retrogames #gbstudio #gbdev #gamedev

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 23/11/2023

Beyond Prologue: Welcome to Havana (ooh-na-na)! Currently in development, this is a preview of the Havana port, where some tile updates and new sprites can be seen. I'm especially fond of the little🐟jumping in and out of the water! ➡️Chantey demo here: gortyncode.itch.io/chantey-prol...

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 02/11/2023

🏴‍☠️Chantey (Prologue) v1.1 is now available! New features, new areas, bug fixes, a revamped page, an Analogue Pocket download... this update's got it all! Check out these fresh new in-game screenshots, head over to gortyncode.itch.io/chantey-prol... and share your thoughts! #gameboy #gbdev

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 31/10/2023

Cover art update! I have always been a fan of the minimal art on the Zelda #GameBoy titles, and tried to emulate it with this new cover art for Chantey. I ended up liking the "foil engraving" look on the background art a lot - would look great on a physical release!

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Gortyn Code @gortyncode.bsky.social · 30/10/2023

Chantey is a 🏴‍☠️pirate 🤘metal, top-down rhythm adventure I am developing for the original Game Boy - my entry to #gbcompo23 Demo is available here: gortyncode.itch.io/chantey-prol... #gbdev #gameboy #pixelart #indiedev

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