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Natasha Skult, PhD

@natashaskult.bsky.social
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Game Developer - Entrepreneur - Academic & Teacher linktr.ee/natashaskult ✨CEO at MiTale ✨Teacher at University of Turku (Finland) and Ashesi Univeristy (Ghana) ✨Chairperson of W Love Games ✨Board member of IGDA and IGDA Foundation

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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Our next #Discord exclusive monthly event is taking place on September 30 from 6 PM EEST, where we will be showcasing a brand new #graphicnovel "The Hunt", chapter 1 of the upcoming series Willow Guard: Awakening. During the event we will be having a giveaway of several copies so make sure to join!
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This week I am in #quantumgames heaven! The brilliant minds Evert van Nieuwenburg, James Wootton, Laura Piispanen and Ricardo Olenewa organized "Advancing Quantum Technology with Quantum Games" at Lorentz Center in Leiden 👇🧵 #gamedev #gameresearch #quantumtech #quantumresearch
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Kicking off autumn season with new graphic novel series Willow Guard: Awakening! 🔥 Chapter 1 out of #trilogy "The Hunt", can be pre-ordered through our website willowguard.games/product-page/willow-guard-awakening-chapter-1-the-hunt #indiepublisher #gamedev #indiedev #graphicnovel #transmedia
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Today at the annual ceremony of starting an academic year at University of Turku, my thesis "Interactive Storytelling With Quantum Computing" has been awarded along three other doctoral research projects for significant scientific results, I am humbled by the recognition 🙏 More in the thread 👇
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
September is here, a month of Global Quantum Game Jam! 🎉 This year, we are hosting the jam on September 25-27 globally - welcome! 💥 Join the jam: itch.io/jam/quantum-... 💥 Official website: www.quantumgamejam.online 💥 Discord: discord.gg/hUYcfnZWD4 #quantumgames #quantumgamejam #gamejam #gamedev
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
#gamescom2026 Saturday at Indie Area - the busiest day if the week and most exciting one! #gaming #indiedev #willowguard #hollowroot
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Tomorrow, Wednesday August 26th from 6PM Finnish time (EEST), MiTale will host LIVE gamescom event in our Discord server with some exciting studio announcements and live chat/walk-through gamescom venue as much as we can, due to crowds 😅 Welcome! discord.gg/EpW69MP #indiedev #gamescom26 #gamedev
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
INTRODUCING: INDIES AROUND THE WORLD! 🌎 #IndiesAroundTheWorld is a sticker hunt that brings #indie devs from all over the globe together, this gamescom. Stop by our booths in #homeofindies or #indiearenabooth, test the games, and you'll receive a sticker! Catch 'em all for a prize! ✨️
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
#gamescom calendar is getting full, but I always block out times for additional opportunities to meet and see how my team at #MiTale and I can be of an assistance, no matter what stage or scope of your #gamedev project(s). Looking forward to meet old and new faces - let's get in touch! 💥 #indiedev
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The Arab League of Misfits 🔜 Spawn! Angoulême @arabmisfits.com · 19/08/2026
We are leaking The Arab League of Misfits trailer early to beat the Gamescom news rush next week. 🃏 Satirical 1v1 card battles with unique deck building system 🧭 A roguelite adventure mode 📚 Learn about Arabic culture along the way 🖥️ Wishlist on Steam now go.arabmisfits.com/steam #indiegames
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Yes, I have been designing this #boardgame for quite some time and cannot wait to share more about it during the summer 😎 #gamedesign #rpg #gamedev #indiedev #letsplay
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The Arab League of Misfits 🔜 Spawn! Angoulême @arabmisfits.com · 02/06/2026
The roster for The Arab League of Misfits is finally assembled. This key art represents deep research into regional pop culture, history, memes to create unique character designs for this digital trading card game. Every fighter brings a piece of 17 local heritage to the table. #ALoM #indiegame
Digital key art for The Arab League of Misfits. The vibrant title logo sits on the right over a dark purple background. On the left, fifteen stylized characters from various Arab cultures are clustered together in dynamic action poses, including a superhero, a man on a horse, and a sailing boat.Close up of the left side of the Digital key art for The Arab League of Misfits. The vibrant title logo sits on the right over a dark purple background. On the left, fifteen stylized characters from various Arab cultures are clustered together in dynamic action poses, including a superhero, a man on a horse, and a sailing boat.Close up of the right side of the Digital key art for The Arab League of Misfits. The vibrant title logo sits on the right over a dark purple background. On the left, fifteen stylized characters from various Arab cultures are clustered together in dynamic action poses, including a superhero, a man on a horse, and a sailing boat.Digital key art outline for The Arab League of Misfits. The title logo sits on the right over a while background. 17+ stylized characters from various Arab cultures are clustered together in dynamic action poses, including a superhero, a man on a horse, and a sailing boat.
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
I still cannot wrap my head around this news... so humbled and excited for all the nominees - huge congrats, we shall celebrate together on May 21 🎉🎉🎉
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
LAST CHANCE to get Willow Guard bundle with exceptional discount during the final hours of Steam Medieval Fest 👀😱 store.steampowered.com/app/2377090/... #finalcountdown #gamedev #indiedev #lastchance
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Today is the day! At 18.00 EEST (Finnish time) Willow Guard DLC is coming out 🔥🔥🔥 Ghweros and Suri are getting ready ⚔️ store.steampowered.com/app/4413850/... #gamedev #indiedev #DLC #launchday #indiegame #pcgaming #rpg #actionadventure
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🔥ONE DAY TO GO🔥 Sneak peek to what mayhem awaits... one day to go till DLC launch ⚔️ Make sure Súri is equipped with her ranged weapon, she is a stellar shot! store.steampowered.com/app/4413850/... #indiedev #indiegame #pcgaming #dlc #launchingsoon #gamedev #rpg #badgerwitcher
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
When it comes to Nexus Roads, trust Súri, she knows these paths as the back of her hand! ⚔️ store.steampowered.com/app/4413850/... #indiegames #indiedev #DLC #2daystogo #gamedev #pcgaming #rpg #rpg #actionadventure #steammedievalfest #pcgamer #gamer #gaming #launchingsoon #steamgame
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Here we go, #steammedievalfest is kicking off, and few days till #willowguard DLC release 😎 #indiedev #gamedev #pcgaming #indiegames #comingsoon ##launchweek #expansion #indiestudio #finnishgames #gamesfromfinland
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
"When it seems all hope is lost... remember, you are not alone!" Willow Guard DLC launching on April 23 ✨️ store.steampowered.com/app/4413850/... #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday #gaming #actionadventure #pcgaming #dlc #rpg #comingsoon
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
The strength alone won’t carry you forward, the real edge lies in your mind fellow Willowguard! Every clue hides a path, every puzzle tests your perception, and every challenge sharpens your instincts ✨️ #gamedev #indiedev #pcgaming #dlc #launchingsoon #countdown
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
✨️ ONE WEEK TILL LAUNCH ✨️ The next chapter of our epic #badgerwitcher is about to start, and we are excited to have launch during Medival Fest on Steam ⚔️ Stay tuned for live streams with #devs, giveaways and loads of cool announcements coming your way 😎 #indiedev #indiegame #pcgamers
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
The countdown continues… 👀 Deep in the rugged Atalaka Mountains, paths don’t stay open on their own. That’s where Heygos comes in — a seasoned Trailbreaker, carving safe passage through terrain that refuses to be tamed. #8daystilllaunch #pcgaming #indiedev #gamedev #comingsoon
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
⏱ 9 DAYS TILL LAUNCH ⏱ As a Willowguard, one is not simply a "hero", every choice leaves a mark... the question is what would you pick: do a right thing, or a necessary one? 🤔 In Frostreign, you will not walk alone! Once you meet Súri, you’ll want her on your side ⚔️ #indiegame #indiedev #pcgaming
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Big announcements coming up.... 😱👀 If you want to know more before we share news publicly, join our community in whichever platform you prefer: linktr.ee/mitale #willowguard #hype #soon #IndieDev #indiegame #pcgaming #gamedev #AreYouReady #badgerwitcher
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Day 19 - Derpy cat snowman 😺⛄️ #adventcalendar #willowguard #indiegames #snowman #cat
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Day 18 - Mistletoe 🌱 #adventcalendar #willowguard #indiegames #mistletoe #winterwonderland
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Day 17 - Jingle bells 🔔 #adventcalendar #willowguard #indiegames #jinglebells
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 21/12/2025
Meet Ari, a new addition to Willow Guard crew in our latest #gameupdate 🎵 As a bard, Ari is always ready with a song or story, and she is always looking for the subject of her next epic... #willowguard #indiegames #pcgaming #rpg #gamedev #skunk #bard
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Just a major #gameupdate no biggie 😎
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
DAY 16 - Little bear snowman ⛄️ #adventcalendar #willowguard #indiegames #gamedev #snowman
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Day 15 - Another star 🌟 #adventcalendar #indiegames #willowguard #cozygamer #pcgaming
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Big updates coming this week for Steam Winter Sale ❄️ Sneak peek to dual wielding ⚔️🦡 #indiegames #willowguard #newdrop #pcgaming #indiedev #gamedev
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Day 10 of #AdventCalendar - sweet tunes by Ari, the Bard 🎵 #willowguard #indiegames #gamedev #indiedev #cozygaming #newcharacter #bard
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Fresh from the print 😍 #indiedev #gamedev #pcgaming #indiegaming #willowguard #coloringbook #cozygamer #cozyhobbies
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Behold ️🔔⚔️🦡 Just before Christmas we have another big project launching - Willow Guard's Coloring Book 🎨🖍 You can #preorder your copy on oiw website and also check the freebie section that has plenty of coloring pages for you to enjoy ✨️ #newarrival #willowguard #coloringbook www.willowguard.games
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Day 9 - more jingles 🔔🔔🔔 #willowguard #adventcalendar #jinglebells #indiegames #cozygamer
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Day 8 of Willow Guard advent calendar - nothing speaks cozy better than warm porridge 😋🥣 #adventcalendar #day8 #willowguard #indiegames #xmasporridge #cozygamer
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
Day 6 of Willow Guard advent calendar - mistletoe ✨️ #adventcalendar #cozygamer #holidayseason #xmas #indiegames #pcgaming #gamedev #wintertime
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
With shorter days towards winter solstice, a perfect cozy moment to write holiday cards to your loved ones ✒️✨️ Willow Guard holiday cards are available in our webshop (link in bio) 💌 #xmas #holidayseason #cards #willowguard #indiegames #gamedev #wintertime #cozygamer #cozy #newarrival
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Day 5 - time to crack some 🌰 #adventcalendar #day5 #nuts #nutcracker #willowguard #cozywinter #cozygamer #pcgamer #indiedev #gamedev #indiegames
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Day 4 of Willow Guard advent calendar, keeping warm and toasty 🫕🧦 #adventcalendar #cozy #cozygamer #willowguard #indiegame #gamedev #pcgaming #indiedev #hotchocolate #wintereanderland
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Willow Guard Advent Day 3 - Derpy snowman ⛄️ #adventcalendar #willowguard #wintertime #indiegame #rpg #gamedev #indiedev #cozygamer #cozy
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Willow Guard Advent DAY 2 - ✨ #AdventCalendar #indiedev #gamedev #pcgaming #cozygamer #wintertime #willowguard #rpg #ActionAdventure
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
December is here and so is Willow Guard Advent Calendar! 🌲 Day 1 - 🔔 #adventcalendar #willowguard #cozygamer #indiedev #gamedev #pcgaming
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
This is a BIG one! So proud 😭❤️
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
In the spirit of Halloween with a dash of autumn coziness, we are thrilled to present Willow Guard Lofi album - ideal for studying, relaxing, or simply getting lost in a calm, nostalgic soundscape 🍂 youtu.be/6-t8tXbTY24 #lofimusic #fantasylofi #willowguard #lofigamingvibes
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Willow Guard Lofi Music
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Willow Guard @willowguard.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
No.10 You wish to be bad*ss and environmentally friendly - Ajati got your back! #weeklycomic #comicstrips #fridaymood #willowguardchronicles #willowguard
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Still time to pre-order! 😎
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Ari Arnbjörnsson @flassari.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Thank you so much @natashaskult.bsky.social, for not only inviting me to tell my story, but for organizing this amazing, free, and accessible conference for the community 🙌 The recording is available here: www.twitch.tv/videos/25870... Standalone video coming soon! "Hi from Helsinki!"
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W Love Games Conference 2025 - w_love_games on Twitch
w_love_games went live on Twitch. Catch up on their Software and Game Development VOD now.
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Natasha Skult, PhD @natashaskult.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Finnish Games Week Steam event going live in 3..2...1... www.twitch.tv/w_love_games
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W_Love_Games - Twitch
W Love Games is a non-profit games industry organization and conference in Finland, designed by developers for developers, that focuses on diversity and inclusion in games industry.
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