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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Next up in our showcase is... well, it's mine! If you don't know The Reality Exchange yet, it's my single proudest accomplishment. It would mean the world to me if you'd check it out. #AutumnShowcase #EpicFantasy #FreeReviewCopy www.youtube.com/shorts/lpgyv...

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Tense, Mysterious, Electrifying: The Reality Exchange

Epic space adventure – The Reality Exchange ~ Seeking Book Reviewer...

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

We've put together a showcase of fantastic books by talented authors. First up, The Bookkeeper's Guide to Practical Sorcery. This little reading with get your imagination tingling, no doubt! #AutumnShowcase #EpicFantasy #FreeReviewCopy www.youtube.com/shorts/8Sb3x...

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A Bookkeeper’s Guide To Practical Sorcery – When Accountancy Meets Magic

YouTube video by Fantastic Books Publishing

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

It just occurred to me that when they inevitably remake Twilight Princess, they will use the same Hylian shield design that they're now using for everything instead of the far superior TP original. Come back when they announce that in 8-10 years and collect fresh nerd tears.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

My gut reaction is to nitpick Ocarina of Time. The things I don't like always seem to stand out more. But the gameplay looks solid and satisfying, and I'm sure I'll warm to at least some of the other stuff as I get used to it. Open mind, open mind...

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

If games are art, why are only some members of the team called artists? Maybe we should start calling game artists something different so all developers can share the moniker.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

You ever stare at a low-rez image for way too long, thinking a sharper version is going to load any... second... now?

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Okay this is actually sick

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Lyndy Bailey @lyndyb.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

2 Cool people play cool NEW game 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces! R U Cool 2? Come and watch at 9pm! 🎉🧡💥

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Nintendo Direct starting with what looks suspiciously like an adults-only warning

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

We've been putting everything into getting this game into your hands as soon as possible. This is the pinnacle of Tight Spaces gameplay, and it's only the start. Join now, have a blast, and help us make it perfect!

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Ground Shatter 💥 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces @groundshatter.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Announcing 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces! Deckbuilding tactical punch-up for people who like their roguelites shaken AND stirred. 🤝Introducing 3 Player co-op! 😎With a renewed focus on the “One Man Army” experience 🎥Tactical engagement meets action-movie energy Out NOW on Early Access!🔗 s.team/a/3734890

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James Parker @jamesgroundshatter.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Once again, I am imploring you to stop asking about tonight's PC Gaming Show, which starts at 12pm PDT/3PM EDT/8pm PST/9pm CEST. The constant speculation about whether Ground Shatter is doing something exciting at the show, has to stop! Only time will tell.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

I have yet to hear a compelling reason for garlic baguettes being cut into nine slices.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

ICYMI: I released my first solo game! The Ferryman is a short visual novel you can dowload or play in your browser. Meet Kalasar the ferryman, whose purpose wanes when he has no souls left to carry. Play it here! onevigor.itch.io/ferryman #gamedev #indiedev

A screenshot of The Ferryman. A black-and-white image of an old man sitting in a small boat. Test at the bottom reads, "Near the fore of the boat, there sits a man. He pushes and pulls at the oars, his eyes sullen and downcast."

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Ground Shatter 💥 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces @groundshatter.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

For extremely vague reasons, we hear that you should all keep an eye out for the PC Gaming Show next month... @pcgamer.com #PCGamingShow

PC Gaming Show graphic. text reads "Watch Live June 7th 12pm PDT, 3pm EDT, 8pm BST, 9PM CEST.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

My brand new visual novel game, The Ferryman, released today! Meet Kalasar, the ferryman of myth, grappling with the waning of his purpose as the era of humanity draws to a close. It is a solemn story of finding peace in the face of the inevitable. onevigor.itch.io/ferryman #gamedev #indiedev

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The Ferryman by James Vigor

In a dark realm at the end of the world, a mysterious man welcomes you onto his boat.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

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The Ferryman by James Vigor

In a dark realm at the end of the world, a mysterious man welcomes you onto his boat.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Ragebait? Or just a journalist who doesn't know what "titular" means?

Screenshot of a Crunchyroll News article written by Daryl Harding. The headline reads, "Live-Action Legend of Zelda Movie Moves Up Release to April 30, 2027". The subheading reads, "Benjamin Evan Ainsworth to play the titular Hyrulian".

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Film you've watched more than six times with a gif. hard mode: no star wars, star trek, lotr, dc, marvel, disney, pixar, dreamworks, spielberg, cameron, wachowskis, or ghibli.

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Mike Bithell @mikebithell.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

Either celebrate games as art, or drop the pretence. There’s not really a middle ground.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Hollow Knight is finally starting to grow on me. I have my issues with it still, but 15 hours in and it's starting to make some sense to me. Thank goodness!

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

It's beginning to dawn on me just how much of Hollow Knight's progression is the game holding back things that would be considered basic convenience in other games until it thinks you deserve them.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

I could quite happily live in a world in which microwaves don't have clocks.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Given the near universal praise, I expected to go into Hollow Knight and be enthralled. I'm over 6 hours in and that... hasn't happened. I'm trying to figure out what it is about this game that has made it so slow to click. I don't know if it has yet, and at this point I'm not sure that it will. :/

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

I thought it was time to refresh my website and reflect on the projects I've been a part of. It is now home to some interesting insights from developing our games at Ground Shatter, and it's had a fresh lick of paint to boot! www.jamesvigor.co.uk

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James Vigor | Game Developer & Author

Game developer and author. Programmer for several games including BAFTA-nominated Fights in Tight Spaces.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Finished Clair Obscur last night and wow, what a fascinating game! I've never seen a game keep its core narrative so close to its chest while also wearing it on its sleeve from the very start. I know I'm going to be processing its themes for a long time. I wasn't expecting to enjoy it half as much.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Looks like a solid 7.8. 👍

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This is the single best thing Unity has done in years.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Not sure what genius at Domino's thought it was a good idea for every single YouTube video to tell me they charge £10 for a small pizza. Like I'm going to hear that and go 'What a bargain!'

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

I still haven't finished Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 but I can say with confidence that it's an absolute masterpiece of creativity. Art, music, story, tone - all extraordinary. That said, why do these characters not ask any questions? They should be interrogating each other every night!

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

I can't believe we're going to get a new Fable game and Half-Life 3 in the same year!

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I've been taking art classes for a few months to shore up my grasp on the fundamentals and refine my work into something I can be really proud of. So far this year, we're focusing on just finding the fun in drawing, and I have to say, I really have been having fun. 😊

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

"Do you think submarines rise when they sink?" - My darling girlfriend

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Yes, we did release new DLC just last month. No, we are not done!! 👻

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Ground Shatter 💥 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces @groundshatter.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Introducing our upcoming DLC: FRIGHTS IN TIGHT SPACES 👹 Lurking in a sinister manor house, an ancient evil thirsts for a sacrifice. Horrors and otherworldly threats stand between you and your objective. 🎃👻Coming to Steam next Week 👻🎃

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

I really hope this era we've entered, where opening a game involves waiting 10 minutes for shaders to compile, is a short one. 🙄

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Fitbit's movement reminders have absolutely no respect for whether there's a cat sleeping on my lap or not.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

We're giving you something you didn't know you wanted. Agent K has been fantastic to develop. He's a very good boy and can run wherever you need him to be at any time. Fill your deck with pets and treats - he deserves it!

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

Barely speaking is still pretty good for a whale. Especially since it was so emotional.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

Perhaps the gravest sin of Zelda's Wilds era is making Link boring. Next to no reaction in even the most powerful scenes. Not so much as a cocky smirk, or a wistful sigh in the presence of his loves. He looks completely dead inside. Please, let Link smile.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

I've learned my lesson about asking for audio advice on Reddit. Apparently if you, as a novice, don't realise you're slightly beyond the scope of what the subreddit is for, the mods will breakdown your door like you've been screaming racial slurs. Why did I ever think Reddit might be a good idea? 😒

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Do you like escape rooms? My girlfriend is running a survey and wants to hear your thoughts on them. If you've got a minute or two to spare, we'd really appreciate you filling it out. Thanks! forms.gle/8AatsAr5pFGz...

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Customer Research Questionnaire

A research questionnaire looking into customer's opinions of Escape Rooms!

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

My talk at @developconference.com went down really well! It was a fantastic experience and I feel very fortunate for the opportunity. If you missed it, scan the QR code on the slide below and you can access the entire slideshow with all my speaker notes for your own reference. :)

A slide showing several screenshots of 'Knights in Tight Spaces'. James Vigor stands at a podium off to the side.

A slide showing a QR code to download the slideshow used in the talk. James Vigor stands at a podium off to the side.

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Ground Shatter 💥 2 Fights 2 Tight Spaces @groundshatter.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

The team have touched down at @developconference.com ! Come say hi 👋

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Develop:Brighton 2026 @developconference.com · 03/07/2025

As part of our coding track James Vigor from Ground Shatter explores the challenges in programming roguelike deck builder, Fights in Tight Spaces, and how they were tackled for its fantasy spin-off. #DevelopConf

An image of James Vigor from Ground Shatter with the title of his talk, 'Now Do It Again, But Better - Building On the Success of Fights in Tight Spaces'

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Any legislation that does come into effect that imposes restrictions on game development should be done in a way that does not stifle creativity. It would be tragic if something done FOR gamers ended up robbing us of amazing games because devs are scared. Lawmakers: talk to indie developers.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Stop Killing Games sounds great in theory, but I do have a major concern about it. Maybe it's been addressed already and I've missed it. But what happens to devs who rely on third parties to host their game? Often this is done so that they can leave the game behind and let people keep playing. 1/4

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Hey, have you tried the Liked Songs playlist on Spotify? It kinda slaps.

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James Vigor @onevigor.bsky.social · 14/06/2025

I subconsciously make the face of the emoji I'm looking for and I hate myself for it.

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