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𝕮𝖎𝖆𝖓 (key-in) @cianrice.dev · 14/09/2026

Scenes from yesterdays showing of Bás: They Must Die at CIGS

Two people sitting at a table, playing a video game. One of them is visibly holding an orange gamepad as an add for the game sits next to them.

A shot from behind of a person playing a video game on a small monitor.

A man a woman sitting at a table playing a game. Both are wearing hats, and a water bottle can be seen in between the arms of the woman playing.

Two women playing a videogame, shot from behind. The glow of the screen is noticeable as the area they play in is darker.

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 09/09/2026

This Sunday. Play Bás: They Must Die at CIGS. Maybe get a free sticker if you do (they may not be ready in time, whoops). Use code dumpsterdiver for 15% off your ticket: www.tickettailor.com/events/indie...

A green, "Y2K" aesthetic graphic saying "I'm Showcasing @ CIGS 2026" followed by "Chicago Indie Game Showcase" and "September 13, 2026". The bottoms lists the event location: Ravenswood Event Center 4021 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago IL 60613.

Early key art for the game Bás: They Must Die is also shown, with the text in white and an orange ship behind against a glitchy blue and white background.

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Indie City Games @indiecitygames.org · 09/09/2026

Our very first E.CIGS steam is premiering TONIGHT at 8:00 PM CST! Subscribe to our YouTube page so you don't miss our upcoming and released games from within the community! 💚 www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ohe... #indiegames #indiedev #chicago

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[ECIGS 2026] 25 Underrated Indie Games and Animations from Chicago and the Midwest

YouTube video by Indie City Games

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 08/09/2026

Introducing Bás: They Must Die, a twin-stick shooter combining score-chasing arcade gameplay with a Zelda inspired story mode. Wishlist now on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/4835150/... Try the game yourself at the Chicago Indie Game Showcase on September 13th.

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 20/08/2026

ICYMI: This October. HYPER GROOVE AX. ✨More details soon✨

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 11/08/2026

News time! HYPER GROOVE AX releases *this October*. Stay tuned for more details, and heck out our latest devlog below for the final episode of Rhythm Research, focused on FreQuency, Amplitude, and ✨beyond✨ #indiegames #gamedev #rhythmgames thecianrice.itch.io/hyper-groove...

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HYPER GROOVE AX Dev Log #7

A bit of a shorter post today. First: the final episode of RHYTHM RESEARCH is live! This one talks about FreQuency, Amplitude, Rock Band Unplugged, and other games of that ilk. We also have some big n...

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 12/07/2026

We've got some exciting news (and the final episode of Rhythm Research) coming soon... stay tuned 👀 Get caught up with the Rock Band episode in the meantime! www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScRX...

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RHYTHM RESEARCH: Rock Band

YouTube video by Dear Dev Diary

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 24/06/2026

HYPER GROOVE AX has been re-submitted to the Playdate Catalog. Now we play the waiting game, but in the meantime? Check out our most recent developer log, complete with new footage of the game. #playdate #indiedev #gamedev #rhythmgames

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 31/05/2026

We'll have another developer log up in about two weeks, alongside the next episode of Rhythm Research. In the meantime, catch up on our last status update 👇

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𝕮𝖎𝖆𝖓 (key-in) @cianrice.dev · 25/05/2026

New loading screen means you’re gonna have to see my face before playing songs, sorry! #playdate #indiegames #gamedev

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 09/04/2026

Quick update here: we got some feedback from Panic, and are getting to work making the requested fixes before resubmitting. Hope to share more soon!

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 08/04/2026

We just dropped a password for an unlockable in POCKET MYSTERY EP DX over on our Insta. Follow and let us know if you find it 🕵️ www.instagram.com/kohococoa_dw

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 06/04/2026

Speaking of... we'll have a new blog post up about the release statue tomorrow. #indiegames #rhythmgames #playdate

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 31/03/2026

POCKET MYSTERY EP DX Version 2.0 is now live on Steam, featuring: - Achievements 🏆 - Better Steamdeck + gamepad support 🎮 - An unlockable game 😱 - Unlockable visual filters + backgrounds 🖼️ - Other mysterious secrets 🤔 Learn more: store.steampowered.com/news/app/330... #indiegames #gamedev #godot

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POCKET MYSTERY EP DX - Version 2.0 Is Live! - Steam News

The 2.0 update brings bugfixes, improved Steamdeck support, achievements, and more.

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 14/03/2026

With @imirt.bsky.social's #GamesFromIreland event happening on Steam right now, we wanted to share a wee update on POCKET MYSTERY EP DX version 2.0's progress. Check it out at the link below. store.steampowered.com/news/app/330...

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POCKET MYSTERY EP DX - Version 2.0 Development Update - Steam News

Version 2.0 of POCKET MYSTERY EP DX is almost ready to go! Learn more about what's coming in the update and what work needs to be finished before it goes live.

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 22/02/2026

With the final round of playtesting done, it's time for another HYPER GROOVE AX developer log! This one's focused on the results of the playtest, art updates, and the final round of polish. Check it out: thecianrice.itch.io/hyper-groove... #playdate #indiegames #gamedev #indiedev #rhythmgames

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𝕮𝖎𝖆𝖓 (key-in) @cianrice.dev · 18/02/2026

Just noticed that @michaelklamerus.bsky.social included my #BigmodeJam game in a blog! Today's the last voting day, so I'd love if you played it. I think it's a fun take on Geometry Wars. 😎 The @itch.io page: thecianrice.itch.io/turbotrooper Michael's post: virtualmoose.org/2026/02/13/i...

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Aerodynamic Armored Soldier TURBOTROOPER by Cian Rice, Kohococoa Design works

Slick twin stick shooting action at high speeds.

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 17/10/2025

Rhythm Research returns *this Sunday* October 19th at 7pm Central Time. We'll be checking out a variety of BEMANI games. Plus: A HYPER GROOVE AX sneak peek. Sub and get notified when we're live: www.youtube.com/@DearDevDiary #livestreams #rhythmgames #musicgames #gamedev #indiedev

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 20/09/2025

Check out a preview of "It's Showtime!!" from HYPER GROOVE AX, our upcoming indie rhythm game for @play.date #indiegames #indiedev #gamedev

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nattie ✨ vaaasm @vaaasm.com · 15/09/2025

TRASH DUNGEON. DEMO OUT NOW. STEAM & ITCH.IO #pixelart #roguelike #gamedev youtu.be/Arf9Fee1EGw?...

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Trash Dungeon Demo Trailer

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coraroc.bsky.social @coraroc.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Welcome to Coraroc! Coraroc is a 2D platformer where you run, jump, and swing as Coraroc! Strange invaders, the Pacicaps, have kidnapped Coraroc’s friends - you must save them! Wishlist it now! Do it! Press wishlist! My keyboard is wet with sweat!!! store.steampowered.com/app/3963120/...

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 11/08/2025

Thanks to those who tuned in! It was a fun first stream, even if technical difficulties ended things earlier than planned. We'll be back soon with info on episode two, including what game we'll be playing and when 🎶

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 07/08/2025

This Sunday @ 7PM we start a new mini-series diving into other rhythm games while chatting about the upcoming HYPER GROOVE AX. Get notified when we’re live: www.youtube.com/live/GTMW9ka... Hope to see you there 🫡 #indiegames #gamedev #livestream

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 05/08/2025

Rumor has it there'll also be a new HYPER GROOVE AX focused Dear Dev Diary in the near future too. Subscribe and stay tuned! #indiegames #gamedev

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 27/05/2025

Another HYPER GROOVE AX sneak peek 👀

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 08/05/2025

New HYPER GROOVE AX footage you say? Original music, you say?

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𝕮𝖎𝖆𝖓 (key-in) @cianrice.dev · 11/04/2025

My @play.date rhythm game HYPER GROOVE AX now has an @itch.io page and a dev log up to boot! Learn more about some technical implementation stuff in this first post: thecianrice.itch.io/hyper-groove...

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HYPER GROOVE AX Dev Log #1

Note: The following blog post is based off a script for a YouTube dev diary that I was unable to record due to a serious injury. While edits have been made from the original script to account for the....

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nattie ✨ vaaasm @vaaasm.com · 17/12/2024

me and all my homies LOVE POCKET MYSTERY EP DX!! Go check out @kohococoa.dev's surreal, gameboy adventure!

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Kohococoa Design Works @kohococoa.dev · 17/12/2024

We also have a basic FAQ up to answer common questions like "what are the controls"? Check it out at www.pocketmystery.games/help.html

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