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James Letherby

@oldlethers.bsky.social
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Graphic Designer & Game Dev. Freelance ➡️ likeso.design Co-founder of Catastrophic_Overload. Made Bish Bash Bots and Drink More Glurp. Dev person on bsky.app/profile/pitchpleasepod.bsk…. Profile pic by Ejits (He/Him)

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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Played this at Brilliant Indie Treasures… was awesome! Best of luck with the launch
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
thanks Tom 🥰 reliving my Pokemon days
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
I don't have a meme picture so here is me deep in convo at the last Impact event here in Bristol 🤣 I will be at @developconference.com in Brighton next week for the first time ever!!! EEP. I am looking forward to catching up with folks and chatting about the cool stuff they are making!
A picture of James looking all serious taken at Impact in Bristol 2026.
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
You think that's bad... 😅
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Looking forward to delving into this. @kepler-interactive.bsky.social 🤘
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Today’s energy 😂
A laser cutter with a humorous warning sticker that reads “DANGER. Don’t leave me or i’ll set myself on fire!!!”
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
I dig it 😏
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Incredible
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Adorable!
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
The downside of sharing an office space is no loud singing 😂
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
This was a good start to the day
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
👏 NEW 👏 STAR 👏 GATE
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
Gosh this is a thing of beauty! @lostincult.co.uk @mobiusdigitalgames.com
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Congrats! The demo was super fun
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Woah, this is cool!
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Dead Letter Dept. from @skullthug.bsky.social creeped me the hell out but I couldn’t stop playing. Input address of letters that won’t scan - all hell breaks loose: store.steampowered.com/app/1627350/...
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Save 10% on DEAD LETTER DEPT. on Steam
Working at a data entry job in the big city, you type up and transcribe the lost mail and letters that have nowhere else to go. But as the days carry on oddities in the mail start to emerge, and crack...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
Hack And Climb from @kodachigames.bsky.social was super SUPER satisfying. Your a warrior transformed into a weapon and you must throw yourself to climb: store.steampowered.com/app/3597060/...
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Hack And Climb on Steam
Be the weapon! Swing like an axe, thrust like a spear, and soar like an arrow in this physics-based platformer. Flip, throw, and carve your path to the peak! Rage burns, revenge awaits... Are you up t...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs from @bastinusrex.bsky.social is so wonderfully weird and creepy. The scratchy voices and beautiful aesthetic are a joy on top of the wonderful who-dunnit gameplay: store.steampowered.com/app/3570370/...
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CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs on Steam
A mute little thing with borrowed magic. A house that murmurs back. Ask wrong, and you might wake something that remembers your name.
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of helping test some of the games that are featured in the @tinyteamsfest.bsky.social festival. Here are some of my faves that you should defo check out! :
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Tiny Teams @tinyteamsfest.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
🎮 Tiny Teams 2025 is now on! 🎮 Check out this delightful smorgasbord of curated indie gems right here: store.steampowered.com/sale/TinyTea...
Artwork for Tiny Teams 2025. In a vibrant cartoon style are three rats on a desk coding a game and painting artwork. There are bits and bobs around the room like books, stationary, and figurines. Outside the window there is a blue sky.
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
😂 oops
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 03/08/2025
hey 👋 i’m a UK based graphic designer… but I don’t sell prints. However, my partner does and she is exceedingly talented! ejits.art/shop
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Shop | Discover Unique Art & Gifts — Ejits | Illustration, Murals & Merch | Bristol UK
Explore Ejits Art's exclusive collection of illustrations, murals, prints, and merchandise from Bristol UK. Perfect for art lovers and collectors.
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
I'll just place a few stickers... ok just a few more... oh no 😂 @thesecretsauce.uk thesecretsauce.itch.io/little-corners
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 26/07/2025
I love this! SNW continues to ‘hit it’ out the park
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Photon Engine @photonengine.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
Photon Quantum powers creative multiplayer fun! Bish Bash Bots by Catastrophic_Overload and Firestroke is a fresh twist on tower defense. Strategic turrets meet chaotic hammerswinging brawls. Smash bots, gather scrap, upgrade and survive together! #multiplayer #gamedev
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
I just got rained on, which after the last few days of hell we’ve had, was delightful 😂
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Jack Lowe @jackalowe.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Final call for our Pin the Tale creative writing workshop this Sunday 11am @ Arnolfini Café! Open to all, no experience necessary. Your chance to have a go at doing creative writing inspired by what3words and places on Bristol’s harbourside. Tickets here: hdfst.uk/e131877
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Writing From Place: A Creative Writing Workshop with Pin the Tale at Arnolfini Cafe
Join narrative designer Jack Lowe and writer Elinor Lower for a relaxed Sunday workshop exploring writing about / from our surroundings. This guided workshop will feature warm-up exercises, solo writ...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
A wonderful time was had at the IMPACT! Indie Games event yesterday. Great talks, lovely people. Got to help demo the game I recently worked on “Pin the Tale” - lovely to see people enjoying it. Big thanks to @ashleygwinnell.bsky.social and co for organising!
A photo of people playtesting Pin the Tale at the IMPACT! Indie Games event
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
New GF Smith colourplan swatch carabiner ❤️ - the paper nerds will understand… might be time for some new like so. business cards 🤔
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Lyndy Bailey @lyndyb.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
If you’re an indie dev based in Bristol or the South West UK you have until 5pm TODAY to submit your game to the IMPACT! Indie Games Expo 2025 🎉🎮 forms.gle/UnGtU5Ax5L8i...
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IMPACT! Expo Submission Form
We're super excited that you want to join us on the 22nd May at IMPACT Indie Games 2025! The IMPACT! Indie Games Expo is a celebration of Game Dev in the South West and we want to shine a spotlight o...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
I enjoy Doctor Who most when it is being creepy - tonight’s ep had those moments for sure
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 23/04/2025
We can't promise we won't ruin them...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
My broken brain was like “oh it’s a .psb” 😭
A photo of some Oatly saying “large format” which is also what .psb files are used for in Photoshop. And that’s funny?
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Wait…. that wasn’t your normal voice!? 😝
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openindie - your indie game podcast @openindie.eu · 04/04/2025
A message from us openindies - Calling all #gamedev, #indiegamedev, #solodev creators, #indiegames and #podcast lovers!
A MESSAGE FROM US OPENINDIES:

If you work in gamedev, you know it’s not all about the money. It’s about creating experiences that make people smile, think, rage, love, cry, and lose track of time after a hard day. 

On our podcast, we chat with people just like you. Those who pour their passion into creating things people enjoy. We don’t chase trends; we simply want to share your story with the world.

We’ve been doing this for four years. It’s not all about the numbers, but it stings when you see some content - maybe even a chat about morning routine - pulling in 100x more listeners. It’s a hit to the motivation that needs a boost from time to time.

So here is our ask: 

Give our indiegame show a chance. If you dig it, that’s awesome. Even if it’s not for you, we’d love to hear why and appreciate the time you took to help us grow and learn.

Your honest feedback means everything, and we truly hope to win you over as a listener. 

<3
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Last years event was great. Looking forward to this one!
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Amazing to see this go live. I had the pleasure of working with Jack to create all manner of awesome stuff for his new map based game "Pin The Tale". I created the visual identity, worked on refining the existing UI / UX as well as created designs for the home page and printed merch. Take a gander!
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Jack Lowe @jackalowe.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Last thing: I have some very exciting news to share next week, which will appeal to people who share any of the interests I mention above. Watch this space...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Did you catch @mythwright.com 's post last week? I had the pleasure of working with Mythwright on a new brand identity. I created a new icon and wordmark representative of their ethos as publishers and of the devs they seek to help launch games. Really pleased with how the logo turned out!
New Mythwright logo
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Hard to say. Maybe more into the world of motion graphics design? Animated logos, titles, video presentations… that sort of thing. Can’t say if it’s any more of a stable career path with creative being decimated everywhere but anything seems more stable than game dev currently 🥲
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Loved it! Wonderful design and well deserved win!
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Ah thanks so much ☺️ I loved yours and Josh’s game too! Especially that game over bubble 😂
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Here is a link if you want to play it: globalgamejam.org/games/2025/t...
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Toil and Trouble | Global Game Jam
A bubble tea potion-brewing puzzle game. Nina Nightshade is a modern, ambitious witch. After inheriting her late grandmother's potion book, she sets her sights on delivering enchanting concoctions to ...
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Over the weekend I took part in my first ever game jam! I had a wonderful time designing UI and doing art. Our team made a lil “bubble tea potion-brewing puzzle game”. Big thanks to @bristolgameshub.bsky.social @alittleredpanda.bsky.social @lyndyb.bsky.social and everyone else! #ggj25 #globalgamejam
Logo I designed for our game “Toil and Trouble”Introductory letter setting the scene for the game. The recipe book with elements of the recipe missing. Players have to work out the missing ingredients or instructions. The shelves of ingredients next to the cauldron where players add ingredients, stir and serve their bubble tea potions.
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Those were some JUICY sfx
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
I think they missed a trick with the Switch 2 teaser trailer. The controllers should go “click, click” because… 2!
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
This looks awesome! Always good to see love for Stargate on my feed haha
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James Letherby @oldlethers.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
I thought it was great. It got me excited about Star Wars again to the point where I rewatched Rogue One, which meant I then wanted to watch Andor (which I initially didn't get into but glad I did because that too was great!). Great great great.
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