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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Day 3 of posting about my game until I release a Steam demo!!! 🔥 I have decided to make the game feel more souls like! Excited to share the new combat soon! #gamedev #indiedev #roguelike #steam #indiegames

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Day 2 of posting about my game until I release a Steam demo!!! 🔥 Rebuilt the entire hub from scratch — dynamic lighting, new camera, full 3D. Same scene, one year apart! #gamedev #indiegames #roguelike #indiedev #gaming, #videogames

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Day 1 of posting about my game until I release a Steam demo!!! Only took 3 years to rotate the camera. Game development is going great! #roguelike #gamedev #steam #indiegames #unity

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Good morning, indie devs! 👋 What do you think about the recent Steam changes? Bad news for indie games, or an opportunity for smaller devs? Curious how other indie devs see it. #gamedev #indiegames #indiedev #solodev #indiegamedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Three possible guardians to choose from to defend the land from the spreading evil. Who is your pick? #indiegames #gamedev #roguelike #gaming #indiedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

In my tool indiemarketspy.com you can plan the release of your game by checking how many competitors by tag will release on the same date! #gamedev #gamedevelopment #indiegames #indiedev #marketing

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Hi guys, I have made a marketing tool indiemarketspy.com to help indie devs see which steam tags are winning before deciding what game to make. I was making it for myself but overtime I have decided to make it a real product! #gamedev #indiedevs #marketing #indiegamedev #indiegame #gamedesign

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

I’m a solo dev making Backpack Guardian. Just added a new dangerous event: The Stranger in the Dark. Do you take the coins, approach the lantern, or rob the stranger? Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #indiedev #indiegames #gamedev #roguelite #Steam #screenshotsaturday

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Hi guys! I’m building a marketing to help indie devs see which steam tags are winning before deciding what game to make. #gamedev #marketing #indiegames #steam #indiedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

As a solo dev, small things like finishing a new event screen feel huge! This is the Hidden Merchant in Backpack Guardian. Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #indiegames #unity3d #art #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

I have tried to move towards more dark fantasy vibes: Do you like this sort of art style and do you have suggestions for improvements? #screenshotsaturday #art #gamedev #indiegame #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

As the dev, I have one question: Do you like this sort of artstyle? Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #indiegame #roguelike #art #indiedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

My game is packed with easter eggs inspired by iconic movies and books. Each one tied to a unique item with insanely powerful effects. Find them all and break the game 😈 #screenshotsaturday #indiegame #gamedev #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

After years of work my dream game is finally coming to life ❤️! I am really proud of the result! It has been a journey! You can support the game by wishlisting it! It keeps the dream alive 🫠! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #roguelike #screenshotsaturday #indiegame

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

My own version of the Dark Portal from a popular game :D. Are you prepared? #screenshotsaturday #indiedev #gamedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

Inventory management for my upcoming roguelike. 💀Ideas for synergies? 💀 Unique point: Spells are part of the inventory! #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

I think that I know how to game dev now! 💀 Too easy one might say! #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #Unity

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

I have decided to give up on using AI💀 in my game! I've used it scarcely but now I want to get rid of everything! Do you guys think AI has a place in indie games? #indiegames #gamedev #roguelike #unity

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

I made a lucky pig 🐷 that spawns coins 💰and items when you catch it!!! It spawns occasionally so keep your eyes 👀 open! #screenshotsaturday #indiegame #gamedev #Unity #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I am creating my own mystery events💀, inspired by the GOAT ⭐Slay the Spire ⭐. #indiegames #gamedev #roguelike #unity

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Guys what name should this spell have? ⭐⭐Wishlist Backpack Guardian⭐⭐ store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #indiegame #indiegames #gamedev #unity3d #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

I know that solo devs should aim for small dev cycles... And here I am casually 5000 hours into development 😂😭💀. Wishlist the game s.team/a/3446060 #indiegame #indiegames #indie #roguelike #gamedev #ShowMeSunday

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

🌟 Hey everyone! 🌟 I’m super excited to share a sneak peek of the UI for the spell selection in my upcoming solo game, Backpack Guardian! 🧙‍♂️✨ Get ready for 30 unique spells in the demo! Wishlist the game to support the development! s.team/a/3446060 #screenshotsaturday #IndieGameDev #gamedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

🎉🎮 Happy Birthday to me and my upcoming game Backpack Guardian! 🎂 Today, I celebrate not just my special day but also 3 incredible years of dedicated development.🌟 Consider wishlisting the game to support it! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #games #gamedev #indiegames #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 13/07/2025

I am excited to show you guys the improved visuals of my upcoming roguelike Backpack Guardian! Consider wishlisting if you like what you see and have a nice Sunday!!! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #gaming

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

✨Ragdoll physics are awesome!✨ Wishlist Backback Guardian on Steam 😊 store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #screenshotsaturday #indiegames #roguelike #gamedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Animated main menu art of my upcoming roguelite game Backpack Guardian. #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/...

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Hi gamers and happy #FollowFriday! Just testing out some combat and general direction of my upcoming roguelite. Follow me and wishlist Backpack Guardian! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #indiegamedev #devlog #indiegames

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Happy #WishlistWednesday gamers! Does this guy seem trustworthy to you? Will you buy something from him?💰💰💰 Wishlist Backpack Guardian now! 🔥🔥🔥 store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #indiegame #indiedev #gaming #roguelite #roguelike

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

⚔️Happy Sunday #⚔️ I want to use the occasion to celebrate my first ✨100 Wishlists✨ for Backpack Guardian! As a solo dev this means a lot and I want to thank you all! Here is a quick glimpse of a slam attack! 🔥🔥🔥 #roguelike #indiegames #indiegame #rpg

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

🔥 Happy #screenshotsaturday ! WIP Devlog - creating exploding barrels with future loot! 🔥 #indiegame #roguelike #gamedev #indiegames

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

Hi guys! This is the initial area of my upcoming roguelite Backpack Guardian. Do you like it? 🙂 Consider wishlisting the game in Steam. It would mean a lot! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #indiegame #indiedev #gamedevelopment #gamedevelopment #gaming #roguelite #roguelike #rpg #gamedev

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Inventory screen of my upcoming roguelite game. Is it too mobile looking for steam?

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

Hi guys and happy #WishListWednesday ! Ice golem encounter in my upcoming game Backpack Guardian. Gather items, arrange them and defeat the spreading dark forces! Wishlist now! :) store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #indiedev #indiegame #indie #game #gamedevs #gaming #roguelike #roguelite #rpg

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Oops, I am in danger... SIKE!!! Some tricky spells that I have been developing in my upcoming game Backpack Guardian #indiegamedev #gamedev #indiedev #gaming #indiegame #screenshotsaturday

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ThatFriendlyDev @thatfriendlydev.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Developing my first steam passion project Backpack Guardian for almost 2 years now! Vampire Survivor meets Backpack Battles! Consider wishlisting if you would like to support me on my journey! store.steampowered.com/app/3446060/... #gamedev #rpg #indiedev #indiegames #indie #solodev

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