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Nik Between Worlds @nikbetweenworlds.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

This RPG’s magic system is unlike anything in gaming #gaming #rpg #indiegame #nintendo #nintendoswitch

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Nerd♥️Geek - Show Us Your #IndieGame!! ➡️ PAX East @nerdlovesgeek.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

So, @redessencegames.bsky.social and specifically @nikhagialas.bsky.social and Arman are lovely. Before Traveler's Refrain, they were working under the title Mask of Semblance. We met them several years ago on the floor at #PAXEast and took them out for a drink after the show. So happy to see this!

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

LOOKING FOR STREAMERS / CREATORS 🔥 🎵 If you’re into artsy Action RPGs with a cool story, let me know if you’d be interested in checking out Traveler’s Refrain! We’re sharing keys & looking to collab. Drop a reply or DM if you’re interested (Or tag someone who might be) TY! 🙌 #indiegame #rpg

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Come join us for a paintover critique stream later today! Submit your work in my Discord - Discord.gg/artbroz #paintover #artcritique #artistsofinstagram #digitalpainting #illustration #conceptart

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Some designs for a mobile game character that went unused. Was still a fun project and really enjoyed painting in this style! #mobilegameart #characterdesign #characterconceptart

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Now is a good time to pick up my game! Go do it and lemme know what you think!

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Another really fun character I worked on for the upcoming TTRPG, Teryon! #fantasyart #illustration #characterart #characterdesign

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

I think these guys were my favorite race to design for Teryon - the Lucians! There’s nothing better than painting swirly magic #characterdesign #characterart #ttrpg #fantasyart #illustration

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Urudin (Elf) character illustration for an upcoming TTRPG, Teryon! Had a really fun time working with the director to figure out the style and proportions of the characters. #elfart #ttrpg #fantasyart #illustration

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

Our team got together to discuss some of the most fun parts of game development! Check out Traveler’s Refrain on Steam now! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

I animated this entire intro cutscene myself! I’m pretty happy with how it turned out :)

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

I added a lot of references into this game… 😬

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

We saw @essenger.bsky.social , our lead voice actor, perform last night! Ever since my wife and I first saw him perform back in 2022, we were blown away by his music and his presence on stage — I couldn’t believe he could get up there by himself and do what he did in front of a crowd. 🧵

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Talking about getting my little buddy into the game 🐱

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

This was a STUPID thing I did in our game… Play Traveler’s Refrain NOW on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Some snippets of our epic boss battles :)

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

We just launched our first indie game this past weekend! If you haven’t picked it up yet, go check out Traveler’s Refrain on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Found our first website review! “Traveler’s Refrain” is a memorable and moving experience. It’s a game that demonstrates the power of video games as a medium for artistic expression, and it’s a must-play for those seeking a narrative-driven action-RPG with a unique and captivating atmosphere.

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

Had the amazing opportunity to be interviewed on Tyler Edlin’s channel about the art of Traveler’s Refrain! youtu.be/n5Bem5CVxpU?... Been following his YouTube channel for over a decade so would mean a lot if you checked out the video!

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Taking Control: Turning Ideas Into Real Opportunities

YouTube video by Tyler Edlin

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

My game is OUT NOW on Steam! After 5 years of development and 1000s of frames later, Traveler’s Refrain is finally available to play! 🔥 🎵 🔥 Hope you enjoy the characters I’ve designed and the world we built! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gaming #2danimation

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

We poured our souls into this story 🎵 Traveler’s Refrain is out on Steam! Go play!🔥 #indiegame #gaming #rpg #indiedev

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

Two of our voice actors just happened to be performing together tonight!!! Crazy! Also - go check out their insanely good music!

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

After 5 years of development, our game, Traveler’s Refrain, is out now! Please check it out on Steam and write us a review :)

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

🔊⬆️When I first saw @essenger.bsky.social perform live, I knew we needed to cast him as our main voice actor -Nik Listen to the end to hear a little teaser… and Wishlist Traveler’s Refrain on Steam - launching on April 11th! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Some of my inspiration for developing Traveler’s Refrain! #finalfantasyvii #zelda #nierautomata

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Our game comes out in 3 days! Send help… or wishlists 😬 #indiegame #gaming #gamedev

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

We loved building the dungeons in our game If Traveler’s Refrain looks cool to you, please Wishlist on Steam so you can be notified of its launch on April 11th! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

I’ve always loved Andy’s vocals so it was a really great opportunity to have worked with him on the game. It was really cool hearing how he approached this character’s voice!

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

How I’m feeling right now…

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

To celebrate 7 days till launch, we sat down and played an early portion of the game! youtu.be/ruKW1XmDbSQ #indiegame #gamedev #gaming

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Traveler's Refrain - Early Gameplay With Dev Commentary

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Nik Hagialas @nikhagialas.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

I literally can’t believe that this thing I’ve been working on for over 5 years of my life is coming out in a week! I’m excited for you all to play it :)

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Red Essence Games @redessencegames.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Our episode is up a bit early this week because we reacted to the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct! youtu.be/rVAw_iHLaxw #nintendo #NintendoSwitch2 #MarioKartWorld