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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

You're getting all types of advice. And why is your phone battery so low? Play The Afterlife Cafe, now on sale for 20% off on Steam and itch. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... #indiegame #steamautumnsale #visualnovel

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

What insights do the tarot reader and astrologer have to share about Ana Maria's life? Find out in The Afterlife Cafe, now available at a 20% discount on Steam and itch. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... guavapixelstudios.itch.io/the-afterlif... #indiegame #steamautumnsale #visualnovel

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

"If you're not paying with money, you're paying in some other way." What does he mean by that? Find out in The Afterlife Cafe. Now on sale for 20% off on Steam and itch! Enjoy this back to back sale! Day 1 of the Steam Autumn Sale starts today! #indiegame #visualnovel #steam #autumnsale

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Meet Shouji along with the other cafe concierges in The Afterlife Cafe, an urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel. It's now on sale for 20% off on Steam and itch. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... #indiegame #gdocexpo #visualnovel #steam

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

What's Tracey gossiping about this time? Check out The Afterlife Cafe, now on sale for 20% off. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... And make sure to check out all the other amazing games in the @gdocexpo.com Steam Sale: store.steampowered.com/sale/gdocexp... #indiegame #gdocexpo #visualnovel

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The Afterlife Cafe is on sale for 20% off! Get it now at this rare discount. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... Check out all the other amazing games in the @gdocexpo.com Steam Sale: store.steampowered.com/sale/gdocexp... #indiegame #gdocexpo #visualnovel

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Game Devs of Color Expo takes place September 22-25! The Afterlife Cafe will be going on sale for the first time as part of the Steam sale. Wishlist now to be notified when the sale starts. bit.ly/steam-afterlife #indiegame

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Excited to have a table at Anime Magic this year! Come visit Guava Pixel Studios at Booth 6004 August 21-23 to learn more about my supernatural narrative game, The Afterlife Cafe, and enter giveaways!

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be attending Dream Con 2026 to showcase my game, The Afterlife Cafe. 🎮 Thank you to Black in Gaming for creating this opportunity. If you’ll be attending Dream Con, I’d love for you to stop by. @blackingaming.bsky.social @dreamconvention.bsky.social

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

The Afterlife Cafe has a launch date! The urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel that encourages reflection on life by exploring death will be live on July 24, 2026! #indiegame

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Exhibited The Afterlife Cafe at the largest anime convention in the midwest! Lucky to have made my first video game with an awesome group of women and non-binary folks. Big thanks to @chinniedraws.bsky.social @jolthound.bsky.social @kimikimi-more.bsky.social Shosh and Sonia!

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I had a great time at C2E2. These showcases are always great for hearing directly from players. It's also really entertaining to watch the live reactions from people. This group was so into it! (The game is mirrored on the other side of the table.) I promise this picture was not staged 😝 #indiegame

2 gaming stations on a table covered in a tablecloth labeled 'Indie Game Showcase' and 'Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo C2E2'. A poster with 3 drawn characters above 'The Afterlife Cafe' and 'Wishlist Now on Steam.'

5 people in cosplay standing around a laptop with excited expressions. 1 person sitting across from them with headphones playing The Afterlife Cafe.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Hi! I'm Ugochi and this is #whatagamedevlookslike! I'm working on my first ever game at my very own studio. One of my biggest accomplishments has been winning 3rd place at the Indie Playground Audience Choice Award at DreamHack Atlanta last year. Here's to celebrating both the small and big wins!

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

I’m happy to announce that The Afterlife Cafe is part of the @wingsfund.me 2026 Women's Day Sale! Check out the new demo on Steam! The Afterlife Cafe is a cozy narrative game with branching storylines that encourages reflection on life by exploring death. #WomensDaySale #IndieGame #GameDev

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Have you played The Afterlife Cafe Demo yet? guavapixelstudios.itch.io/afterlife-ca... Up now on itch. Demo will be on Steam soon: store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... Wishlist to get notified! #indiegame #gamerelease #gamedev

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The Afterlife Cafe Demo, an urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel is out now! Check it out on itch.io. It will be available on Steam very soon. In this demo you can meet your coworkers, chat with one of the concierges, and learn about the former lives of some spirits. Link in bio. @gdocexpo.com

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The Afterlife Cafe Demo launches tomorrow on itch.io and Steam* at 10am PT / 12pm CT 1pm ET! The game is a cozy, urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel about traveling to the afterlife. Wishlist on Steam to be notified as soon the release happens. * Steam release might be delayed a few days.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Guava Pixel Studios will have a booth in the Indie Playground for #DreamHack Atlanta 2025! The #gaming festival takes place Oct 31 to Nov 2. Come and check out my #indiegame: The Afterlife Cafe, a #visualnovel game. You can use my code "CAFE" for 15% off tickets. #DHAtlanta

DreamHack Atlanta Oct 31-Nov 2
Use code: "CAFE" for 15% off

Guava Pixel Studios presents The Afterlife Cafe.
Three concierges in business casual attire in front of a purple cloudy sky with lanterns.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

The Afterlife Cafe will be featured in the @gdocexpo.com Indie Games Showcase! The showcase premieres on September 16, 1PM PT / 3PM CT. Check it out here: gdoc.events/Direct2025 And Wishlist The Afterlife Cafe on Steam store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... #GDoCExpo2025 #indiegames #gamedev

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Check out The Afterlife Cafe's first podcast mention. Listen to this episode of @pixelpizza.bsky.social to learn more about the amazing composer @kimikimi-more.bsky.social behind the music of the game! Apple Podcast: bit.ly/46gWU3h Wishlist the game! bit.ly/4444TiQ #gamedev #indiegame #composer

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

More behind-the-scenes art from my game. Name: Monique Pronouns: she/her Age: 36 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a Black woman with short curly locs. She has a coral cane in her right hand. She’s wearing a green top and plaid pants.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Our third main character is here! Name: Leilani (for now) Pronouns: she/her Age: 60 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a woman with long grey and white hair in a high ponytail. She has both hands on her hips. She’s wearing a red vest and a skull cup pin.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Another character reveal! Name: Takumi Pronouns: he/him Age: 20 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gameart #visualnovel #conceptart #conceptartist

A drawing of a Japanese man with short straight black hair wearing glasses. He has one hand in his pocket. He’s wearing a green vest and a skull cup pin.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

What? The cafe lobby is evolving! What stands out to you in this image? Art by @chinniedraws.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart #gamedesign

A cafe lobby sketch. Everything is colored blue with a few yellow spotlights on the cafe menu. Butterflies fly around an unlit lantern. There is a display cafe with pastries inside. Several cups in the background and a coffee making machine. A counter with a book and feather pen on top. There is a door behind the counter and a staircase leading upstairs with butterflies leading the way.

Updated line art of a cafe lobby featuring various elements. There is a display case with pastries, a large window with the flowers around it, and several cups and coffee making supplies. There is a counter with a book and feather pen on top as well as a door behind the counter and a staircase leading upstairs.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

And now...to introduce character concept art for the game! Name: ??? Pronouns: he/they Age: 32 What should his name should be? Make sure you sign up for my mailing list: bit.ly/guava-newsle... Concept Art by @jolthound.bsky.social #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a masc presenting person with shoulder length brown hair and brown skin. He’s wearing a blue vest and a skull cup pin.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

These machines let you take a short trip to the afterlife. Would you use them? 1: First design 2: Looking more organic 3: See slide 2 4: Opening no longer looks like a mouth Sign up for my newsletter: bit.ly/guava-newsletter #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart #scifi #videogames

An oblong shaped human-sized pod in a dark room. Plants decorate the wall and yellow butterflies float around.

An updated oblong shaped human-sized pod that looks more organic. An open and closed pod version.

‘Aaahh!!! Real Monsters’ cartoon main characters

Final pod version with a thinner lining of the opening of the pod to look less like a mouth.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

In this visual novel, you play as an “obnoxious” kid who’s trying to befriend a prince, who is also your classmate. There’s fun banter throughout and then it gets really good when the music changes. Read more here: guavapixelstudios.com/blog.html#ro... #visualnovel #gamereview #gamedev

The title reads ‘Rose Garden Sentiments’

The text in the middle reads ‘Time for a palate cleanse. Just a pleasant game about trying to befriend a “pretty prince boy.” Enjoy!’

Below is an image of a game controller and ‘@guavapixelstudios’

The background image is a transparent and partially visible closeup view of pink roses.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

This anime explores the question of what happens right after you die. Mystery, drama, and existentialism all come into play in this show. Read all about it on my blog! guavapixelstudios.com/blog.html #anime #animereview

The title reads ‘Death Parade’

The text in the middle reads ‘Welcome to the Death Parade! This anime explores the question of what happens right after you die. Mystery, drama, and existentialism all come into play in this show.’

Below is an image of a game controller and ‘@guavapixelstudios’

The background image is a transparent and partially visible ‘Orpheus Leading Eurydice from the Underworld’

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Snowed In is a cute visual novel involving a snowstorm, making hot pot, and hanging out with a friend. I got to choose what I wanted to add to the hot pot and it felt like there would be clear consequences for my choices. Check out my blog to read more of my thoughts! guavapixelstudios.com/blog.html

The title reads ‘Snowed In’

The text in the middle reads ‘Snowed In is a cute visual novel involving a snowstorm, making hot pot, and hanging out with a friend. It has story branching, great character design, and fun choices.’

Below is an image of a game controller and ‘@guavapixelstudios’

The background image is a partially transparent image of hands holding kimchi hotpot with some chopsticks.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

This was a fun dating sim to play and I ended up playing it multiple times to try to see all the different endings. One creative aspect of the game is how the UI and dialogue is integrated with the background art. Check out my blog to read more of my thoughts! guavapixelstudios.com/blog.html

The title reads ‘Going Live!’

The text in the middle reads ‘Going Live! was a fun one to play. A nice (see content warnings though) and short game where you play as the girlfriend of a popular streamer. Check out my blog to read more of my thoughts!’

Below is an image of a game controller and ‘@guavapixelstudios’

The background image is a partially transparent streamer workspace setup of a desk, a desktop computer, and lights.

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The Afterlife Cafe | Visual Novel by Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

I'm starting a series where I share my thoughts on visual novels I've played. First review coming soon!

The text 'My Two Cents' positioned between 2 coins

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