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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I had a blast being a part of the latest video by blackthornprod on YouTube! Thanks to the brothers for having me on. Check out the video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxOa...

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8 DEVS Make a FANTASY RPG with NO communication!

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

I just dropped a new trailer for my historical 4X game DeckTerra!! So stoked about this one, check it out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ8A...

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DeckTerra - Official Gameplay Trailer

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I just pushed a patch for DeckTerra that adds: - 8 new building types - Expanded Technology Tree - 28 Updated Religious Buffs to unlock Check out the patch notes here store.steampowered.com/news/app/376...

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DeckTerra - DeckTerra Demo Update - 1.0.3 - Steam News

Expanded Tech Tree, Updated Religion Buffs, Bug Fixes

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I just released the first demo patch for the DeckTerra demo! This update features - Huge Performance Improvements - Some much-needed QoL features - Loooots of bug fixes Check out the patch notes here: store.steampowered.com/news/app/376...

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DeckTerra - DeckTerra Demo Update - Version 1.0.1 - Steam News

Performance Improvements, Bug Fixes, Balance Changes

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Working on an update to the DeckTerra demo. Among other things, I'm adding - Quality of Life Improvements - Improved Performance - Fixed Graphical Bugs - and MOUNTED UNITS This is really helping the medieval feel of the game, every kingdom needs knights on horses.

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

yeah imma go ahead and order the giant fireball with extra explosion sauce

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I just added a huge visual feature to my 4X deckbuilding game. The merchant will now sell themed booster packs. These packs can be - new worker cards to help your city grow - unit attack cards to assist in combat - one of many resource-themed booster packs So stoked for this

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Updated the shop in my indie 4X Game In the shop, you can - Buy booster packs to get new cards - Remove cards from your deck - Trade gold for science, faith, growth, and other resources This should definitely make the game more interesting

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

I just made a huge change to my 4X game Units will now revolt when you don't have enough command points. Command points are gained from: - new cities - leveling up existing cities - building military buildings such as forts and barracks This will really level up the combat

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

In my 4X game, your cities will procedurally get larger as you level them up Players will be able to feel like their settlements are growing as their empire grows in size This is one of the most satisfying parts of 4x games, hoping players will appreciate the sense of scale

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

A playtester discovered an issue with the title screen in my 4X game and... I'm at a loss for words...

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Introducing the tutorial guide for my 4X game: 👑 The King 👑 He will guide you during your first game of DeckTerra

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Sometimes in game dev it's okay to steal ideas. I added this button on the side to hide the "choose card" popup in my 4X deck building game. Can anyone identify what game this is from? Bonus points if you can

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Here's a stupid bug in my 4X game. The fireball is flying around the world off screen to the right Can anyone guess why this is happening?

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

My indie 4X game just became a lot more readable. - Added a spinning clock animation for turn passing - The button in the bottom-left now has text - More guidance for players on their next required action This is sure to give players more clarity about what their next focus is

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Quick update to the selected tile indicator in my indie 4x game, now it glows 🌟

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Two BIG changes to my indie 4X game: * Labour cards are now played on cities * Units are now moved with "move" cards, and attack using "attack" cards. This is a huge improvement to the game's feel, and will hopefully make sense to more players. #gamedev #indiegame

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

DeckTerra now has a ✨S E T T I N G S M E N U ✨

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

The last phase of the Rising Tide Challenge #3 hosted by @blueoceangames.bsky.social is underway and they're looking for people to vote on which game trailer should win. This is a chance to support fellow indie devs! If you've got a sec, vote on the trailers here blueoceangames.com/challenge/vo...

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Blue Ocean Games

A new way to validate your game, get feedback, and secure funding.

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

DeckTerra will be part of Steam Deckbuilders Fest! The event runs from today until May 11, if you haven't already make sure to wishlist the game on steam to support my work!! store.steampowered.com/app/3760980/...

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

DeckTerra just passed 1000 wishlists on steam, feeling so grateful today <3

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

I'm super excited to announce that DeckTerra will be part of the Steam Medieval Fest 2026 from April 20-27. If you haven't already give the game a wishlist to support the visibility during the fest! store.steampowered.com/app/3760980/...

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

In DeckTerra, the Auctioneer will visit periodically to sell his wares to each player. if you can bid more than the other players, you'll get his cards. #screenshotsaturday

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Just implemented DLSS 5 in my indie game. What do you guys think?

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

The visuals are starting to come together in my 4X deckbuilder game, DeckTerra!

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Working on some adjustments to the terrain for DeckTerra🌍

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

new video is up! in this one I talk about slay the spire 2 and coop deckbuilders! youtu.be/ho0sOORLPGE

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Will Slay the Spire's Co-op Mode Be Good?

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Hilltop Studios @playhilltop.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

After months working in the shadows… meet Curse of Resthaven. A gothic horror mystery where you govern a cursed island trapped in a time loop while searching for your missing niece. If it’s your kind of weird, please wishlist! store.steampowered.com/app/3796150/... More dev secrets soon.

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

New video is up! this one is about tutorials in older games versus new ones. youtu.be/EwcKWsRCY-k

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Classic Games Didn't Need Tutorials. Here's Why

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Check out this awesome video from @juniperdev.bsky.social! www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdwA... Thanks juniper for the channel mention in the comments

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The "Number Go Up" Addiction

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

New video up on the channel! this one is about the obsession with scope and why game devs keep making big games: youtu.be/XSBvoUchvF4

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Game Devs Can't Stop Making BIG Games. Here's Why

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Check out some of the beautiful card illustrations done by roachglitter and @qnibi.bsky.social for DeckTerra! #trailertuesday #gamedev

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Made a new model for the ancient era units in my 4x deckbuilder game. Looks a bit goofy because he's supposed to be holding a spear ⚔️

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Updated the fog of war to be height based in my 4X deck builder, DeckTerra #screenshotsaturday

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

New video up on my channel! This one explains why “make small games” isn’t always good advice Check it out: youtu.be/hs4rYkCHsmA

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Check out this presentation by zoroarts.bsky.social on the success of paddle paddle paddle, and the Q&A afterwords hosted by myself. Thank you Mateo for joining us! www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzL_...

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The Story of PADDLE PADDLE PADDLE: From An Idea In The Shower To A Viral Indie Hit in FOUR MONTHS

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

I added this red arrow indicator for cards with a target in DeckTerra #wishlistwednesday

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

I'll be hosting the Q&A for this event this afternoon! Come by and ask your questions, excited to chat with Mateo!

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

New video on the channel about strategy games, and some cursed problems the genre has. youtu.be/vObXNInvAAI

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The Cursed Problem Shared by ALL Strategy Games

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

New video up on my channel about procedural generation, check it out if you're interested in that kinda thing youtu.be/bBdAof2nkEI

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I Discovered the Secret to Civilization 7's World Generation

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

new short where I talk about my game's procedural map generation: check it out! youtube.com/shorts/7enyo...

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A secret technique for creating video game worlds... #gamedev

YouTube video by Murray

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Mfw I'm grabbed by a rotating flying saucer and sucked up into space

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Murray Smith @murrdoggames.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

more cards => more growth => more cards => more growth => more cards => mor.....

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