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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 5h

15 Days: Part 35 - where I take a slight detour from my usual offering and tempt you with a quote. pauljamesgamestesting.com/2026/09/30/1...

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Cryptmaster @thecryptmaster.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

For those interested in my latest game, I sent my homunculus @wiwyums.bsky.social to discuss it with @gamerheadspodcast.com. The resulting video might not have all the bells and whistles of a AAA game reveal, but no AAA game reveal has a little bald man in a shed, so I consider it even.

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ZombiWorkshop (Lucan Monks) @zombiworkshop.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Try It Tuesday Stream is starting now. So if you want to see what new/indiegaming demos we're trying out. Head on over to twitch.tv/zombiworkshop and see what's what... there's bound to be a gem or two there! :)

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Tony Warriner @tonywarriner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

How it started. How it's going! (and nearly finished!) #gamedev #indiedev #pixelart #promote www.kickstarter.com/projects/ton...

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CaptainD @captaindisaster.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

I've released a new trailer for Captain Disaster and the Two Worlds of Riskara: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YYE... #pointandclick

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Captain Disaster and the Two Worlds of Riskara - Main Trailer

YouTube video by Dave Seaman

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Duck Made Of Wood @duckmadeofwood.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

TOMORROW IS RELEASE DAY FOR: ESCAPE FROM 8-BIT HIGH. I'm so happy to finally release my game! If you like a true challenge, silly humour, pixel art and arcades, I really think you should give it a go! store.steampowered.com/app/2761220/... #indiegame #steam #gog.com #release #lovecraftian

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Yeah, I enjoyed this. Definitely one I'll keep an eye on. Easy to get into and the hook is there. Looking forward to the full game!

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rez @irrezolut.com · 25/09/2026

I would like Destiny 2 to stay online forever. But, in a reductive sense, a week in, reading a lot of posts... it feels like so many just want things to go back to the way they were. And, well, to be blunt: fuck that. www.irrezolut.com/log/beforeaf...

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Before / After: Destiny 2 Sunsetting — IRREZOLUT

Or: an Argument in Favor of the Preservation of the Online Game World of Destiny and the Fair Treatment of Developers and Players (and a piece of art that ties to the sentiment of the recent…

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Another wonderful issue of Debug in the post today, along with a great piece from Lightfoot Bros. I always love it when I get a mention too! Cheers, mate! Sleepytime Village is out on October 30th! @lightfootbrosgames.bsky.social @debugmag.com

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Tall Story Games @tallstorygames.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Finalising the animations on the last of my "Big box" Kickstarter rewards, a fully-working pixel-art zoetrope 😊 👉 heirofthedog.co.uk #gamedev #induegamedev #indiegamedeveloper #pixelart #pixelartist #adventuregame #pointandclick #pointandclickadventuregame

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Ben Galley @bengalley.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

SO happy to see my latest series complete and all together. If you haven't read The Bloodwood Saga by David Estes and myself, the whole trilogy is now out in ebook, paperback and audio by Tim Gerard Reynolds!

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Really pleased to see Nighthawks released today! I know a lot of hard work has gone into development, and I'm very proud to have helped beta-test it. Check it out; there's currently a launch discount to sink your teeth into...

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Hilltop Studios @playhilltop.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Big Curse of Resthaven news dropping this Thursday We’re so proud of how the game is coalescing. If you’ve got friends who like creepy, vibey, unique indies, help us get Resthaven on their radar Wishlist it while you’re at it so you don’t miss the news! store.steampowered.com/app/3796150/...

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

A fantastic event that I've always been hugely impressed with, and I will be attending again this year. Highly recommended.

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

15 Days: Part 34 - where I write about upcoming gaming events, my initial attempt at programming, a launched game, a funded game, and one that is racing swiftly towards release! pauljamesgamestesting.com/2026/09/20/1...

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15 Days: Part 34

15 Days: Part 34 – September 1st to September 15th I Once Gave Blood In Brangwyn Hall And Then Ate a Biscuit I’m a little late in sending this out. In a rare occurrence, the day job has…

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

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15 Days: Part 34

15 Days: Part 34 – September 1st to September 15th I Once Gave Blood In Brangwyn Hall And Then Ate a Biscuit I’m a little late in sending this out. In a rare occurrence, the day job has…

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Tall Story Games @tallstorygames.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

All the new Lucy Dreaming #kickstarter boxes are assembled! 😮‍💨 #indiegame #indiedev #indiegamedev #gamedev #pointandclick #adventuregame

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I've logged 47 bugs for a test today and although that may seem like a lot, it really means that this particular project is going to be super-clean once it's done.

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Mike Bithell @mikebithell.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

If you’d like to know about the next playtest, and to be notified of other news about development, join our mailing list here: mailchi.mp/bithellgames...

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Debug Magazine @debugmag.com · 17/09/2026

Voidling Bound claws its way onto the cover of Debug #17! We learn why it's time to forget everything you expect from monster taming. Hatchery Games is pushing the genre into stranger, darker, and far more unpredictable territory Out now in premium quality print and DRM-free digital: debu.gg/17

Promotional image depicting Debug magazine issue 17, featuring artwork from video game Voidling Bound on the front cover

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

9 hours left! Reposts and shares are appreciated. 🙂

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Right then, we're just over a day away from the UrbX Warriors kickstarter ending and with it the exclusive rewards available! www.kickstarter.com/projects/ton...

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UrbX Warriors: The Lost City (16-bit Edition)

For the Amiga AGA and Sega Genesis / Mega Drive

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Cryptmaster @thecryptmaster.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

With Halloween on the horizon, what nicer present for a loved one than a copy of my award-winning game? Why not buy it now at an almost criminal discount and then pretend you paid full price for it later! store.steampowered.com/app/1885110/...

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Save 45% on Cryptmaster on Steam

SAY ANYTHING in this bizarre dungeon adventure where words control everything. Fill in the blanks with text or voice to uncover lost abilities, embark on strange quests, and solve mindbending riddles....

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Smashing those bugs, squishing sneaky typos, fine-tuning things here and there, and rapidly heading towards release! You're in for a treat! #heirofthedog

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Debug Magazine @debugmag.com · 13/09/2026

Double issue launch announcement coming tomorrow evening!

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AmigaBill @amigabill.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Live Now! Guests Tony Warriner & Stoo Cambridge Demo the Latest 16-Bit UrbX Warriors , Kaboomania, AI Assisted Games, The Latest Amiga News & More! #commodore #commodoreamiga #retrogamer #retrogaming #indiegame #indiegamedev LINK: twitch.tv/amigabill

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

A bit of silence from me on here lately. I've been doing some epic testing. Several games getting a lot of attention. Time has flown by and, I must admit, I do enjoy losing myself in these. There's some great games coming your way.

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Foolish Mortals Point & Click Adventure Game | Out Now! @inklingwood.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Foolish Mortals is one of today's Steam Daily Deals at 30% off - our biggest ever discount! Can you discover what happened on Devil's Rock all those years ago...? store.steampowered.com/app/1848440/...

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Save 30% on Foolish Mortals on Steam

Louisiana, 1933. Thirty years ago an entire wedding suddenly & mysteriously vanished on the island of Devil's Rock, and with it went the location of the lost treasure of Bellemore Manor. To find i...

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Tony Warriner @tonywarriner.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Time to complete the list of hi-score table name swap outs - haha! Now then, who do I like? Who do I NOT like!? 😆😅 #gamedev #8bit

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

It's been a pleasure to help test this gem of a game. @smitner.studio has worked their magic. Hazard Pay is out today!

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Rhianna Pratchett @rhi.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I’ve known Rich since back when *waves hand vaguely at the games industry* all this was fields. Nighthawks has been a labour of love for him and I’m delighted @wadjeteyegames.com have provided a platform for his talents and even more delighted that we’re going to be experiencing the game very soon.

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Well on its way to being 'Paul James QA Approved'. You're in for another treat! Wishlists and reposts deeply appreciated.

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Lee Williams @wiwyums.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thrilled that Valheim is leaving early access today, and very proud of the all the writing I've done for it over the past few years. Even I don't know exactly what the Deep North holds in store, but I'm excited to finally complete the game! store.steampowered.com/app/892970/V...

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Valheim on Steam

A collaborative exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally generated afterlife inspired by Viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s pat...

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Cryptmaster @thecryptmaster.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Every time someone wishlists my new game, I will shed a single tear of joy into an ebony bathtub. When the tub is full, I will post a video of myself bathing. Thank you for your attention to this matter. store.steampowered.com/app/4955170/...

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Bonespire on Steam

Ascend to your very own magical tower, high above a world of adventure and mystery. Forge artifacts, brew potions, decipher ancient scrolls, and summon uncanny guests, then watch the world below chang...

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ZombiWorkshop (Lucan Monks) @zombiworkshop.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

In case you didn't know, every Tuesday, we try a bunch of indie demo's to see what's good and what's not. The stream goes on until about midnight, so hopefully we'll find something. Join us if you like: twitch.tv/zombiworkshop :)

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Richard Cobbett @richardcobbett.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Don't think of it as taking a long time to write a game. Think of it as taking a respectable time to write ten novels. store.steampowered.com/app/1221950/...

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Nighthawks on Steam

The secret is out. Vampires have been exposed to the world… and you’re one of them. Seize the night as a modern monster, stepping out of the shadows to build a thriving nightclub empire through fear, ...

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

In 15 Days: Part 33, I write about QA in the current and live Kickstarter for UrbX Warriors 16-Bit, share a few photos of my recent trip to York, give an update on some playtesting, and offer a few insights into my own fitness. pauljamesgamestesting.com/2026/08/31/1...

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15 Days: Part 33

15 Days: Part 33 – August 16th to August 31st No More Yorkshire Tea For Me It’s time for another blog. After double-stacking lately, it feels like it’s been ages since I sat and w…

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Cryptmaster @thecryptmaster.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

You should most certainly have at least one eye on this, preferably two. I may be making an ANNOUNCEMENT...

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Tall Story Games @tallstorygames.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

The voices are all in, and the testing has begun... #indiegamedev #indiedev #gamedev #indiegamedevoper #indiegame

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Tall Story Games @tallstorygames.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

So close to wrapping up the v/o for Heir of the Dog now, then round 2 of testing begins! Just delighted with everyone's performances! Looking for #voiceovers? Hire these people! 👇 @sallybeaumont.bsky.social @pabosher.com @misterhowlett.bsky.social @shaunmendum.bsky.social @roguespirit.bsky.social

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Now I can make him go up and down. He's out of control!

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

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15 Days: Part 33

15 Days: Part 33 – August 16th to August 31st No More Yorkshire Tea For Me It’s time for another blog. After double-stacking lately, it feels like it’s been ages since I sat and w…

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Paul James - Game Dev Heroes 2026 QA Winner @pauljamesqa.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Playing with Pico-8 this evening, which is my first time writing code, and I made my first ever moving sprite.

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Adam Riches @supernorn.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Loco Motive is today's Daily Deal on Steam! At *55% OFF* it's our deepest ever discount, meaning you can grab the game today for like eight bucks! 🎉 🗡️ Solve a murder aboard a steam train 🎨 Beautifully animated pixel art 📣 Full voice acting! ✅ Verified on Deck 🧠 100% Human Made 🔗 s.team/a/1709880

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