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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Hey, it's all good. Thanks bud, it's good to have good things to share again. I'm trying!

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Thank you, B! It's good to have something positive to share again.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

If there was one available in my price range, I would totally rock that whip, but it looks like I'll have to face the music on this one 😁

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Hey, no worries man. Thank you for the belated congrats! 🙏 Yeah, it's been a long time coming. I'll not be squandering this very fortunate opportunity for improvement.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Hello out there. In the 3 months since my last post, things have taken a desperately needed positive turn. After almost 4 years without one, I'm buying a car in the next few days. I'll finally be able to look for a job and start getting my life back on track. The clown yet lives. Ever onward.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Get some rest, B. No shame in lowering to medium.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

If the machinations of my brain made a sound, this is what it would sound like.

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Robert

YouTube video by Igorrr - Topic

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

If you like clowns, challenging non-linear platformers, unorthodox art styles and things made by humans instead of AI, I made this specifically for you. #CurtainsTheClown #Gaming #Games #PCGames #Clowns #Steam #SteamGames #UnrealEngine #UE5 #NoAI

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Curtains The Clown launch trailer

YouTube video by Grim Clown Jay

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Just bouncing around from learning Blender to playing Helldivers 2, Diablo 2, and Geometry Wars. Believe it or not, I've played Geometry Wars for more hours in my lifetime than the other two combined. Maybe I should write a love letter and make a twin-stick shooter. I might have some ideas for this.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Thank you my dude, I've actually been meaning to reach out to you for some pointers after trying to work it out on my own for a bit. I think we're approaching that point, finding a good method for making a somewhat low poly Curtains model is eluding me.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Say you're a loner without saying you're a loner

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

With the likes of Lorna Shore, Slaughter To Prevail and Humanity's Last Breath, modern metal sure can be heavy, but I'm telling you right now: They are nothing compared to the raw and crushing emotion that was Sevas Tra era Otep, and I will die on this hill.

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Otep - Blood Pigs

YouTube video by OtepVEVO

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

I feel you there, it really would be a shame if it shut down. The experience it currently provides is second to none, even with the shortcomings. Well, it has only been 2 years. Maybe in another 2 years, it will be in better shape.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Wow, that really is booty. I feel like it would be better if it was on a per mission basis with penalties for deaths and team kills, and bonuses for enemies killed, time taken and objectives completed. Not sure how much longer it can survive on fun factor alone.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

It's all good, I'm not even mad, bud. All in your own time, I just hope you have fun with it when the time comes.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Oh, so it's more of a reflection of how many people are running ops on the same planet on the same difficulty?

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I feel you on that, it was the same for me.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Very nice, you got the best intro to the series. I highly recommend getting a ROM for Saga, it's so good. Fun fact, one of the characters is voiced by the same guy who voices Urokodaki from Demon Slayer.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Nice, was it the remake, OG or emulator? The remake is good, but the original is of course always better. Solid reason to get a decent Saturn emu up and running. Plus, Panzer Dragoon Saga is legitimately and without bias one of the best JRPGs ever made, and should be experienced at least once.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

2/2 It's good to be seen. I can't lie, I'm not doing very well, just holding on to the notion that as long as I'm still breathing, there's still a chance that things might get better. Thank you for the wish of wellness.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

1/2 Indeed, I just looked and it is in fact still coming. I fully agree that the PD games were better than SF. The music, the setting, the art style, the riding a god damn cybernetic dragon, *gush* so good.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

There is supposed to be a remake for Zwei coming, but yes, a new Panzer Dragoon game is long overdue. Especially when considering how straight-up awesome Orta was.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

5/5 Despite these gripes, I do enjoy playing it, but when I hear things regarding the player base wanting a better experience, I totally get it. There is a lot to be desired and it seriously could be so much better. Happy players means more money, and Arrowhead is definitely doing it wrong. End rant

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

4/5 Also, the squad impact at the end of an operation confuses the hell out of me. Like why is it that when I 100% clear a solo easy operation, I usually see a value of 4, but 100% with a full squad on extreme difficulty with no one dying is usually a 2? Make it make sense.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

3/5 Oh, and in terms of enjoyment, the Maxigun is by far the worst mini gun I've ever used in a video game. Good thing I got to try it courtesy of a friendly player before wasting time unlocking it, because it flat out sucks. As a fan of mini guns in games, this was a big disappointment.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

2/5 Like really? Capes and helms are strictly cosmetic AND they cost medals/credits to unlock instead of requisition slips? This would make sense if set bonuses were a thing, but as it stands currently, it's just insulting that only 1/3 of the wearable items actually do anything for your character.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

1/5 Alright folks, it's rant time. My roommate shared his Steam account with me and I've been playing a lot of Helldivers 2. I must admit, it's really fun, but you already know I have some critiques. My biggest one is how there are capes, helmets and body armor, but only the armor provides bonuses.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Using Blender is equal parts lots of fun and very frustrating. Probably why I'm enjoying the learning process so much. It's the same feeling I get from fighting a boss, learning their attack patterns and figuring out what weapons work the best. It's a grind, and I'm here for it.

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Archangel Softworks - Highway Noir out now! @archangelsoftworks.co.uk · 05/05/2026

@goatthroneaudio.bsky.social has a music pack out! goatthrone-audio.itch.io/oldschool-hi... Basically if it's by Goatthrone Audio it's good stuff to put in your game projects (that very much includes commissions, by the way). And this is currently on sale!

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The Oldschool Hip-Hop Pack by Goatthrone Audio

Breakdanceable Tunes from the End of History

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Particularly since it only took 2 years for the Helldiver KIA count to catch up.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Obviously this doesn't mean anything, I just thought it was kinda wild. #ForDemocracy #SweetLiberty #Helldivers2

The amount of people living on earth and the amount of Helldivers killed in action is pretty damn close

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

You weren't entirely wrong, that's actually exactly what these are for.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Signs of life reported in Clown Town...

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

5/5 If I make another game, I won't be talking about it here. It will be literally just for me. I can't spend another 2 years of pouring my heart and soul into something with the intention of making it available for retail only for it to fail so miserably a second time. That's all I have to say.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

4/5 I put everything I had into that game. I knew it wouldn't be some crazy sleeper hit, but to not even reach Steam's minimum payout threshold 5 months after release with paid promotion to an audience that actually has an interest in games like it, I don't think I can describe how much this hurts.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

3/5 At the end of that week, with only 1 new sale and 8 new wishlists, it has become clear to me that I've made a garbage game that only appeals to people who were either involved with helping me put it together, or people who have a positive opinion of me as a person.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

2/5 He ran a week long promotion that included a 30 minute spot during one of his streams, a pinned link in chat during the stream after, and shout-outs on his socials. Serious potential to introduce Curtains to a lot of other retro/indie enthusiasts. Needless to say, hopes were at an all time high.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

1/5 I went ahead and put my last Twitch payout toward promoting my game. I reached out to General Andrews, a retro and indie enthusiast streamer with a solid viewer base. Nice guy, even worked with me on his rates so I could afford to pay him.

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Archangel Softworks - Highway Noir out now! @archangelsoftworks.co.uk · 24/02/2026

#HighwayNoir is part of #NextFest! You can play the demo and wishlist here: store.steampowered.com/app/3317730/... #IndieGame #IndieDev #Demo

A mobile phone screenshot showing Highway Noir listed on NextFest

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Archangel Softworks - Highway Noir out now! @archangelsoftworks.co.uk · 13/02/2026

Red/amber/green colour coding doesn't work for everyone. I've made sure that in #HighwayNoir you can change the palette to suit your preferences. That extends to NPC markers, progress bars, low vision mode recolours etc #IndieGame #Accessibility

Two cropped, side by side screen shots of a driving game. On the left, a police car is marked with a red pointer and a yellow racer is marked with a yellow pointer. On the right, the police car has a light blue pointer and the racer is now pink with a pink pointer. Menu samples superimposed in the middle of the image show settings being changed for the colour coding

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Drowning my sorrows in various SNES speed runs. Nothing distracts the mind quite like the sounds of my childhood and locking in to achieve a new personal best time. Probably best to just stick with what I'm actually good at.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Made an attempt at further optimizations for clown game to no avail. Nothing short of rebuilding it in a different engine is going to fix the issue I've been hearing about. Sorry to anyone who can't run it. I tried.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

It isn't just about trying to make a successful career in the creative field. Everything I've done since I was old enough to work has ended in failure, not just trying to sell a game. I'm tired of trying and I just want it to end, one way or another.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

The thing is, ever since I was 16 years old, I've been trying to make something happen so I can support myself monetarily. Everything I've done, artistically or otherwise has failed, and I'm tired of trying. I don't care how this streak of failures ends anymore, I just want it to end.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

This isn't just about making games. Ever since I was old enough to have a job, I have tried and failed to find a way to monetarily support myself. Selling a game is just the most recent entry on the long list of my failures. I'm tired of running this race only to finish last every single damn time.

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GrimClownJay @grimclownjay.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

I knew from the start that Curtains The Clown didn't stand a chance at commercial success, but the reality of it hurts deeply. I should have just made it a free-to-play game, that would have saved a lot of post-release heartache. I'm just so tired of losing in the game of life. Rank me out already.

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