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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Perspective VS Isometric RTS 🎥 Isometric has a distinct charm to it, but also makes me feel disoriented, while perspective makes me feel like I have more control. Both look great IMO #RTS #IndieGame #IndieDev #Godot

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What do you guys think about the isometric view? #IndieGame #RTS #IndieDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

50 seconds of raw combat from my indie game. It's not perfect, but neither am I #IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev #RTS

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

How many factions should an indie RTS have? Let me know in the comments ⬇️ #IndieGame #RTS #IndieDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

RTS Soundtrack 🎶 The artist for STEEL COMMAND has been straight COOKIN. Here is a snippet of one of the 'explore' 'tracks. This is probably my favorite piece by him so far. #RTS #IndieGame #SteelCommand

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Indie Dev Origin Story I'm trying to open myself up to the community a bit more and allow people to see the person behind the game. I hope you enjoy! Ask anything in the comments 🙂 Steel Command designer/3D artist: @syphotic.bsky.social #IndieGames #RTS #IndieDev #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Perfect RTS Unit Balancing ⚖️ As Thanos said I think: "Perfectly balanced, as all RTS's should be" #IndieGame #Gaming #IndeDev #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

I can't wait to share more soon, but the multiplayer network (deterministic lockstep) is working with the new navigation system. (flowfields + avoidance) #IndieDev #GameDev #Godot #RTS

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I made a little obstacle course to test the new navigation system. I'm happy with it 👌 #RTS #SteelCommand #IndieGame #Godot #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Hows custom RTS navigation using flowfields going you ask? 😅 #RTS #IndieDev #Godot #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

I actually REALLY like Godot's UI system. However, it does seem incredibly verbose. I find myself having to add SO many panel/margin containers to get things spaced out exactly how I want. Any Godotians out there with some UI tips? #IndieDev #Godot #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Just some ASC forces getting hopelessly obliterated by the KOR. Thank you for your service 🫡 #RTS #IndieGame #SteelCommand

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

People say our game is too much like Command & Conquer. Are they wrong? 🤔 I personally don't find anything wrong with drawing a lot of inspiration from beloved childhood games. #RTS #SteelCommand #IndieGame #CommandAndConquer

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Navmesh visualization using the new Flowfield vs using the old Navigation Mesh from Godots built in libraries. I'm liking this a lot better! #RTS #SteelCommand #ShowMeSunday #IndieGame #Godot

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Without VS. With Dithering. Not a huge difference, but I do prefer the shadow dithering for our specific style. #RTS #IndieGame #SteelCommand

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Custom pathfinding solution is coming along nicely 🗺️ You toggle the navigation visibility, which will really help map creators validate where units can/cannot go #RTS #IndieDev #GameDev #SteelCommand

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Here is (currently) the most powerful unit in Steel Command, the B-F-T. I'm sure you may be able to guess where the inspiration came from... The machine gun acts as a completely independent weapon system than the main cannons. What do you guys think? #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame #SteelCommand

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

RTS Pathfinding 🧭 It's not perfect, but it's a great start! I was able to create a Flowfield pathfinding + avoidance prototype. Next step will be integrating it into Steel Command. #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame #Godot #IndieDev #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

RTS Community Maps 🗺️ Another day, another playtest. I'm blown away at the creativity from the playtesters! They did things I never even thought of, and made really good use of the modeling tool 🛠️ #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Deterministic Lockstep Over a Local Network 🔒🚶‍♂️‍➡️ This may not look like much, but I'm incredibility excited about this. Deterministic lockstep seems to be the standard for RTS multiplayer architecture, and I was able to get it a small prototype working over my local network. #gamedev #indiedev #rts

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🗺️ RTS Pathfinding Secret 🧭 The more experience I get in game dev, the more I'm convinced that half of it (at least) is all about tricks, illusions and optimizations. #GameDev #IndieDev #RTS #RTSGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

RTS Unit - "Spartan" 🪖 The ASC Spartan is my favorite unit in Steel Command. This is the 4th iteration of it! @syphotic.bsky.social is a master-chef of his craft 🧑‍🍳🍳 #IndieGame #RTSGame #RTS #Tank

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

‼ STEEL COMMAND Playtest is LIVE‼️ This playtest is focused on the map editor tool. This is an open playtest, so you can download & play it now straight from the Steam page (link in comments) #RTS #IndieGame #RTSGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Steel Command RTS playtest begins tomorrow! 🖥️🖱️ Map Editor Playtest 7/7 - 7/28 This playtest is focused on using the map editor, featuring the 'Creation Cube' tool. If you'd like to give it a test spin, join the discord (link in bio). We'd love your feedback. #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

RTS lineup is looking TOUGH 😎 What do you guys think about our units so far? @syphotic.bsky.social cooked with these 🍳 #RTS #IndieGame #ScreenshotSaturday

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Wow. Adding simple camera shake when units fire adds SO MUCH JUICE 🧃. This is some low hanging fruit that gives the battles much more intensity. #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame #Gamedev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Steel command RTS has grossed 2000+ wishlists on Steam! It's amazing to see the traction & attention we are getting whilst in the early stages. Once we have more gameplay fleshed out, there will be SOOO much more to show off. Thanks everyone! #IndieGame #IndieDev #RTS #GameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

1 Year of Progress on my Indie Game (in 30 seconds) #IndieGame #IndieDev #RTS

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

The 3D modeling tool in our RTS map editor is insanely cool 🧊 The possibilities that this feature opens up is almost endless. What do you guys think about it and do you have any additional suggestions? #ScreenshotSaturday #RTS #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Attention Commanders! 🫡🫡🫡 The best way to provide feedback & suggestions is by joining the Discord (link in comments). There's already a number of folks in the discord and you can keep your eyes peeled for upcoming playtest instructions! #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

RTS Tank 🪖 Closer look at the new medium tank (official name pending) for the 'KOR' faction. @syphotic.bsky.social did such an excellent job with this beaut. Game: Steel Command (Steam link in bio) #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Steel Command has hit 1150 Steam Wishlists! Passing 1k wishlists has been a validating milestone. Interest rises and development is not slowing down at all. We have a very active discord with many long time RTS fans, so be sure to join in! (link in bio) #ScreenshotSaturday #RTS #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Anti-Aircraft Tank for our RTS Game ❌🛩️ Admittedly, there is no aircraft in Steel Command (Steam link in bio) yet, so he doesn't do a lot of anti-aircrafting at the moment. I do love the firing animation though! #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

RTS 'Mobile Battle Command' 'construction complete' @syphotic.bsky.social crushed this model and the deploy animation. Obviously all of the 'MBC' mechanics are not implemented yet. It will pack down into a vehicle and such, but I really wanted to share what it looks like in game. #RTS #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

"Good programmers use descriptive GIT commit names" Me - 👀👀 #IndieDev #GameDev #IndieGameDev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Early morning game dev sesh ⌨️🖥️ Trying to wrap a few things up before we host our second playtest! #gamedev #indiedev #indiegamedev

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

RTS Unit Colors 🎨 I'm finding it nearly impossible to pick my favorite team color option. They all look so dang good. Playing Alert 1 growing up, I always loved capturing Soviet war factories as the Allies, and then building Heavy Tanks in blue. Which one is your favorite? #RTS #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

💄RTS Unit Makeover 💄 We needed the APC/IFV (name is still yet to be decided) to fit a bit more into it's current faction, as well as the lore and timeline. @syphotic.bsky.social has been cookin' with these designs as of late. Lots up updates coming for Steel Command! #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

AC-130 Gunship in an RTS!? What do you guys think of this quick prototype of an 'AC-130 style' gunship in our RTS? I still need to add some toggles for different weapons/zoom levels, but it's pretty fun to use! "Psssst..... Wishlist Steel Command" #RTS #IndieGame #RTSGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

🔊RTS Unit Sounds🔊 They are sounding pretty thunky! #WishlistWednesday #RTS #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

RTS SciFi Tanks: You VS the guy she tells you not to worry about #RTS #RTSGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Closer look at the medium tank for our RTS. This, is a thing of beauty! Model done by @syphotic.bsky.social 🤌 #RTS #RtsGame #IndieGame #ScreenshotSaturday

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

RTS Map Editor Symmetry x|x It just got that much easier to create maps in our RTS! It's still early in development, but this editor is already stupid simple to use. I can't wait to see the community maps that are created from this. #RTS #RtsGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

RTS Bug 🐞 Here's one way to get rid of those nasty little bugs #RTS #RtsGame #IndieGame

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Smitty @smittygames.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

RTS Tank Unit 💥 Here's a closer look at the 'B-F-T'. This design is a good mix between both myself and @syphotic.bsky.social . It came out wonderfully if I may say so. #RTS #RtsGame #IndieGame

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