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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The Steam page for The Astra Protocol is now LIVE! Dust off your CRT monitor 📺, plug in your keyboard ⌨️, and set your sights to the stars 🚀 Wishlist now! store.steampowered.com/app/4845240/... #indiegame #spacesim #scifi

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The Astra Protocol on Steam

Fire up your CRT monitor and dive into this cassette-futuristic space adventure. Battle hostile ships, strange fauna, and an obtuse user interface while serving the whims of the Apex Corporation. Unco...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Working on some promotional material for The Astra Protocol, so we had to bring out the CRT monitor #indiedev #gamedev #retro

Old computer setup showing the title screen from The Astra Protocol

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Does releasing The Astra Protocol teaser demo mean we're slowing down? Not at all, find out what we've been up to in this week's devlog slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... Any ideas what we're working on? #cassettefuturism #scifi #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We're proud to announce that the teaser demo for The Astra Protocol is now available! Want to see what's to come in the new game? Well why not get your hands on it and experience it for yourself - and let us know your thoughts! slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... #indiegame #spacesim #gamedev

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The Astra Protocol Teaser Demo

Attention Captains! This is not a drill! The time has come for us to finally put something in your hands - a teaser demo for The Astra Protocol! This a very small demo of where we're at with The Astra...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Also, does this class as an interface game? #interface

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

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The Astra Protocol Teaser Demo

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

New devlog for The Astra Protocol. Work has progressed on the ship's armaments including, new for the series, the laser cannon Check out the dev log here: slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... or watch a video of it in action below and let us know your thoughts #indiegame #scifi #retro

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Thanks, the crt effect is done via the shaders - the scene is drawn to a render target and then that is drawn to a polygon with all the shader effects

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

New devlog for The Astra Protocol - we've added in more visuals and asteroids slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... #indiedev #cassettefuturism #scifi

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Brandon Sheffield @brandon.insertcredit.com · 14/08/2026

Well, we did it - more than $250k for game devs who have been laid off, to be distributed by @videogameworkers.bsky.social. Congratulations and thanks to everyone who donated their time, games, and money to help folks out in a time of need.

A screenshot of the game industry hardship bundle on itch.io, which has made $252,466.19 from 18,598 contributors.

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Attention Captains. We've posted a new devlog on The Astra Protocol that you can read here: slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... But if you don't have time to read, why not just watch the video update below instead? #gamedev #indiegame #scifi

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itch.io @itch.io · 10/08/2026

Pick up 127 items by 109 creators in support of game industry workers impacted by layoffs. Help us reach the new goal of $250,000! itch.io/b/3802/game-...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

New The Astra Protocol devlog posted - slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... We've added in a new corporation #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev

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itch.io @itch.io · 04/08/2026

Enjoy 127 items by 109 creators and support game devs effected by recent layoffs: itch.io/b/3802/game-...

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Brandon Sheffield @brandon.insertcredit.com · 03/08/2026

We passed the initial goal in 4 days! So we've upped it - let's push forward to $200k!! Thanks to everyone for buying the bundle and sharing wherever you can.

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Brandon Sheffield @brandon.insertcredit.com · 30/07/2026

In response to the unprecedented number of game developers laid off this year, we have created a bundle on itch to benefit a Game Industry Hardship Fund, managed by @videogameworkers.bsky.social. More than 100 games for 10+ bucks! Please share widely and donate generously! itch.io/b/3802/game-...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We've posted a new devlog for The Astra Protocol. slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... Tl;Dr , we've introduced the Orbital Foundation. We've also been working on a lot of things in the background #gamedev #indiegame #cassettefuturism

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

ICYMI we released a new patch for Astra Protocol 2 that brings in a form of multiplayer via Telnet. Has anyone tried it out yet? Does having a crew help or hinder your exploration? (Don't worry though captains, we deliberately removed the ability for remote users to self destruct the ship)

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

We've just made our itch page for The Astra Protocol public! We're a way off from release but we'll post devlogs, early builds and work in progress screenshots. If you like space sims, cassette futurism, or vintage tech, check it out slicebar.itch.io/the-astra-pr... #indiegame #gamedev #scifi

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The Astra Protocol by Slice Bar

Cassette Futuristic Space Sim

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

The @itch.io summer sale is here. Grab Astra Protocol 2 at 75% off. Explore the vastness of space for less than $2. (And if you're quick, you can jump on our current 'multiplayer' beta). itch.io/s/188532/sum... #itchsummersale

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Astra Protocol 2 Steam Summer Sale 2026 75% off store.steampowered.com/app/2026750/... #steam #sale #steamsummersale

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Astra Protocol 2 is currently 75% off in the #SteamSummerSale We've had a few patches since launch including a Three Year Anniversary Patch that included a total graphical overhaul. Grab it for $1.79 / £1.29 whilst the sale lasts store.steampowered.com/app/2026750/... #sale #indiegame

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itch.io @itch.io · 25/06/2026

🌞 The Summer Sale is here! Are you getting anything? On sale we have: * 4.5k games * 14k assets * 2.7k tabletop projects * And thousands more! Check out our recommendations on the homepage: itch.io and personalized recommendations in your library: itch.io/library/reco...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Astra Protocol 2 Steam Summer Sale 2026 75% off store.steampowered.com/app/2026750/... #steam #sale #steamsummersale

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Attention all prospective captains. The Apex Corporation have added in some new terms and conditions. Some say they're the worst yet. What do you think? Take a look at some new footage for The Astra Protocol - currently in development. www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhkq... #indiegame #indiedev #scifi

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The Astra Protocol Intro - WIP #indiegame #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Work continues on The Astra Protocol. We're close to getting the Steam page completed, but until then, why not check out some of our page assets? #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Work continues on The Astra Protocol. We're close to getting the Steam page completed, but until then, why not check out some of our page assets? #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

We've been working on the capsule art for The Astra Protocol's Steam page Its taken many iterations, from rough placeholder images, to the final product, made from photos & photoshop Can anyone tell the items used for the 'final' image? #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev #spacesim

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Doing some background reading for Astra Protocol...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Minor Astra Protocol 3 update for this Monday. We've been tweaking the visuals to create a more authentic CRT experience. What do you think? #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Work continues on the next game in the Astra Protocol series. Today we're showing off the logo for the APEX Corporation. Who are the APEX Corporation? How do they tie into the Astra Protocol? Stay tuned to find out! #retro #cassettefuturism #indiedev

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Its taken a while, but we've finally got some user reviews for Astra Protocol 2 on Metacritic. Currently sitting at Generally Favorable!

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Progress continues with the Astra Protocol 2 multiplayer beta. Support for multiple terminals allows you to have a full crew when exploring the stars. We've also added in real-time diagnostic support. For more info, check out: store.steampowered.com/news/app/202... #indiegame #scifi #space

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Astra Protocol 2 - Multiplayer Beta Update - Steam News

Attention Captains, Work continues on the terminal based multiplayer for Astra Protocol 2. We've fixed several major issues, cleaned up a few things, and added some new improvements, which you'll find...

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

And finally, some links: slicebar.itch.io/astra-protocol slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc... slicebar.itch.io/astra-protoc...

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Astra Protocol by Slice Bar

Explore space in this retro inspired survival game

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

If you haven’t checked out the games already, Astra Protocol, and its remake are available for free on itch.io alongside Astra Protocol 2. As for the third game in the series…keep watching the skies. Thank you for being with us for the past six years, here’s to many more.

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

So there you have it, six pieces of information about Astra Protocol and the Astra Protocol Series. We hope you’ve enjoyed this look back.

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Countless self destruct protocols initiated Zero players uncovering the mystery behind the Astra Protocol

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

Some Statistics for the Astra Protocol Series 294 KB - the initial size of the game that started it all Nearly 4000 downloads / purchases Over 48 days of playtime Nine dogs fostered during development Two podcast appearances One magazine appearance Five gaming show attendances

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

These new engine features were so effective that we even backported them into Astra Protocol 2 as part of its third-anniversary celebration.

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Slice Bar Games @slicebargames.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

When development began on the third game, we used the original Astra Protocol as a testbed for the new engine - which eventually became Astra Protocol Remake, entering open beta in 2025.

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