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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Match 3 as a roguelike game show. Buy relics and consumables in between rounds to build synergies that make for game-breaking scores.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

No playable yet. I'll have a play test up in a week or so to start balancing the relics.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I forgot to tag my Steam page launch with #WishlistWednesday so here's one of the screen shots of the mayhem that can ensue with the right combination of relics. Wishlist Who Wants to be Human? Today on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/5148450/... #gamedev #indiedev #steam #indiegame #gaming

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Nice capsule art. What font is that?

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I did! Kinda felt like you were pointing at me while writing it...

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This is so true. P.S. This will be me shortly when my Steam page is live... can't wait! #gamedev #indiedev #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming #gamemarketing #marketing

Man walks past dozens of urinals to pee next to someone else and tell them that their game is live on steam now.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I'll be showing the #game off at Austin Glitch State (www.austinglitchstate.com) this Thursday at 7pm. This time I'm hoping for some feedback on controller input. #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming #playtest

Game play with a large move being scored for 10,800 points

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I'm hoping its a bug on your website, but I can't help but notice as I scroll down freepixel.art/browse/retro... that the same sets of sprites keep showing up over and over again.

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Retro Toys — Free Pixel Art (742)

Download 742 free retro toys pixel art assets. Classic toys, candy, dolls, and vintage items — 742 retro pixel art sprites. Features building blocks, tedd…

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Crazy thing, my 'never expires' discord invite that I had printed up on my cards and qr codes that I handed out today is expired? Maybe each time you ask for one the last one becomes a 1 year timeout? Time for some new cards. #Indiedev #grind #gamedev #discord

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

I'll be showing the latest version of Who Wants to be Human tomorrow from 9am-11am in the @igdaaustin.bsky.social booth in the Classic Games Festival at the Palmer event center in Austin. #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

You are correct. If you can't tell why a change is needed it forces a conversation if not rejection.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Ha! C++ is my origin story (nearly) I did 20 years of it. I like what Godot provides and if I need I can extend it with c++.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Curious what engine you are using?

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Showing the latest version of Who Wants to be Human tonight at Austin Glitch State 7:30pm to 9pm Game Worlds Facility 7950 Anderson Square, Unit 109, Austin, TX 78757 www.austinglitchstate.com #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Trying my best to be productive without completely breaking the game before I show at Austin Glitch State Thursday night. www.austinglitchstate.com #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming

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Austin Glitch State

Knacking it out with feedback

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

At the dentist -still thinking about relics for my game. #indielife #indiedev #gamedev #indie

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

No, its a 2d game but I wanted the illusion of 3d so I had labels inside subviewports to then show at a distorted 3d angle with a shader. Worked fine for 2, but when I put the last 2 in FPS started to drop and vulkan bugged out very frequently.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

How quickly I fall down on my commitment to post... #screenshotsaturday I'm back running today after fixing the FPS issues my perspective text was giving. #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #gaming

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Seeking accessibility advice and testers for my upcoming match3 rogue-like. What could I add? I'm a solo dev, want to help guide the development and test some? #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #indie #game #accessibility #inclusion #DisabilityPrideMonth #disability

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Here is a sneak peek at the main stage of the game. The player side is still going through some changes. #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #game

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Let it moose, I like the play on words, I'd expect some zany or chaotic action.

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Mike 🇨🇦 @bonfirebrew.ca · 04/07/2026

Hey #indiedevs where's a good place to advertise or talk about your game? Is Reddit still viable?

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PRPLON @prplon.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

I'm considering naming my game Älg -> The Swedish word for "moose." 🫎 For those of you who don't speak Swedish, would that feel like a strange or confusing name, or do you think it works? #indiedev #gamedev

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It might feel exactly correct, if the game feel has any mystery feeling. I wouldn't turn away just because of that name.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Player info area getting better looking, but still not there. What do you think? #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #game

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Mainly providing feedback. I think its important for viewers to know what they'd be doing from a trailer.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

It's my July 1st resolution - post more on bsky! Here is me getting started on the player score area for my match3 rogue-like. #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #game

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

I can't tell from the clips really what you do in the game :(

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

play a demo a day for like 30 minutes - its a good break from whatever else you are doing.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

If its me, I'm not dead. I just am terrible at social media :(. I'm focused on getting my game to a polished enough state to get a trailer and playtesting started.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The hardest thing for devs is even knowing what features are triggering or difficult for players. I'm doing what I'm aware of, but really need to get play tests on the accessibility side.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

I think a lot of demos are in a hurry to get customer validation and the creators think they can put that stuff in last. I've been thinking about putting my accessibility settings right after the company logo. (make changes then enjoy the experience)

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

left: better contrast, needs work still but feels more memorable

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

I'm working to create an 'accessible first' game. Are you saying games aren't giving you that option or that you shouldn't have to turn it off?

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

From a marketing perspective, this isn't enough information to go on. You should make a list of 'similar' games. Then compare your game to those. If the quality is higher, longer play time, etc. Figure out where your game fits in that line up and then the price will become more obvious.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

You could turn off the scroll bars for the scroll area and use an external slider. The slider could position the scroll area through code. Sliders can be styled and the handle doesn't grow.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Correct the scroll bars it uses for any scrollable area the handle grows to represent how much you might have to scroll. I am unaware of how to override that growing behavior

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Ran into the same thing. For a simple scroll bar like a vertical scroller I was able to get something good looking. But for a scroll area with scroll bars it forces the handle to grow.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

I ran into the same thing getting my first games industry job. Not only were they hesitant, they made me write a full working version of defender with no third party libraries or engines. And when I did they still seemed reluctant but did hire me.

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

If you are looking for music for your solo indie game, I highly recommend you look into Adrian Von Ziegler's music. He offers a generous rate per song for solo developers. #indiedev #gamedev #solodev #music adrianvonziegler.bandcamp.com/album/the-co...

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The Complete Discography, by Adrian von Ziegler

478 track album

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Looking for fresh reactions. Before I invest too much more into this game I'm making sure there is a market for it (and that I've conveyed the feelings I was trying to).

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

Play test #2 is available on itch today. I'll be showing it tonight at the local @gamesyall.bsky.social meetup here in Austin. pogobrick.itch.io/who-wants-to... #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #indiegame #indie #game

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Who Wants to be Human by PogoBrick

Rougue-like Match-3 Game

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

It's not just you... I need to be posting more too :)

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Deck-building match 3 - Looking for early feedback. Come try out the web prototype on itch and let me know what you think! This is the build I was showing yesterday. #gamedev #indiedev #godot #madewithgodot #steam #indiegame #indie #game pogobrick.itch.io/who-wants-to...

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Who Wants to be Human by PogoBrick

Play in your browser

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PogoBrick @pogobrick.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

The game festival is starting to get hopping! Come on by Riches Art gallery if you are in Austin. #indiegamedev #sxsw

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