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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 02/10/2026

Solo developer 70`Strike shares the story behind Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a look at its nine-floor hotel, and a video showing his pixel-art process Read the full developer diary: store.steampowered.com/news/app/403... Ah, this music💗 #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #Steam #pixelart

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Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel - Devlog: A Look Inside the Inferno Hotel - Steam News

Ksayfar on solo development, Mr. K’s story, and the progress so far on Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel.

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 18/09/2026

HMUR Demo Is Available Now! Return to Mirnogorsk and see how HMUR has changed since the playtests. Demo is available on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/4230470/... #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #Steam #indiegamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 14/09/2026

Stones Keeper: Director’s Cut Is Available Now! Prepare to experience the Stones Keeper campaign in a whole new way — rebuilt, expanded, and reimagined. #PartyBasedRPGFest #gamedev #indiedev #indiegames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 11/09/2026

9 new chapters, five campaigns, expanded Cambrai, and the massive free Patch 3.0 are now live! The fifth story DLC for Heads Will Roll: Reforged — Revenge of the Black Prince — is now available! #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #Steam #indiegamedev #gaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 10/09/2026

The #HMUR demo will be available on September 17. It launches alongside Boomstock 2026, a festival celebrating fast-paced retro shooters, running on Steam from September 17 to 24 HMUR steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/... #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #Steam #indiegamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 13/08/2026

Stones Keeper: Director’s Cut — Free Update 2.0 Coming Soon! A revamped version of the game with upgraded visuals, new animations, and an overhauled story campaign. Coming soon on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1723530/... #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #Steam #indiegamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 11/07/2026

New Mondealy localizations are coming soon! Playtest Sign-Ups are Now Open! - Japanese - Korean - German - French - Spanish – Spain - Spanish – Latin America - Polish - Portuguese – Brazil - Turkish - Italian More about the playtest: store.steampowered.com/news/app/162... #GameDev #IndieDev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 20/06/2026

We added a Nyan Cat-inspired minigame to Dreamout because every surreal alpaca adventure needs one. #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #IndieGames #ScreenshotSaturday #Steam #SteamDeck #PCGaming #alpaca #indiegamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 06/06/2026

HMUR has finally found its visual style. New screenshots are here — improved atmosphere, more environmental detail, and a visual style that finally feels right. More screenshots on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/... #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev #IndieGameDev #HMUR #ScreenshotSaturday

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 02/06/2026

The Contra-inspired level has a boss fight too. Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel Playtest is coming soon to Steam. #indiegame #gamedev #gameplay #Kettlebellinfernohotel #IndieGameDev #indiegaming #indiegames #indiedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 28/05/2026

One level in Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel is basically a love letter to classic Contra. Did I capture the feeling? #Kettlebellinfernohotel #Gameplay #gamedesign #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 04/05/2026

HMUR is taking part in Psychodelic Festival! A fitting place for a game full of intense, experimental, psychological, and overwhelming visuals. #HMUR #PsychodelicFestival #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 01/05/2026

The Decadent Heir playtest is now live on Steam during Russian Games Festival 2026 and the MGN Indie Game Festival 2026. Rewards for Participants! The Playtest is available for a limited time only — from May 1 through May 15 #indiegame #indiedev #decadentheir #gamedev #indiegaming #indiegames

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ID@XBOX @idatxbox.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

See Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel in action in the latest gameplay trailer. This fast-paced 2D platformer from @valkyrieinitiative.pro is coming to Xbox! Wishlist Here: www.xbox.com/games/store/...

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 25/04/2026

Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel is featured in The Wishlisted Showcase! New gameplay trailer revealed! Coming to PC via #Steam and #GOG, plus #Xbox and @playstation.com Made with #GameMaker ( @gamemaker.io ) #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames #pixelart #16-bit

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 24/04/2026

HMUR at the Second Wind Games Showcase! This is the first edition of the event, organized by @secondwindgroup.com Take a look at the showcase page — you might discover some new games worth checking out: store.steampowered.com/curator/4608...

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 23/04/2026

The Decadent Heir Playtest starts on May 1 at 11:00 AM PDT. Sign-up now on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/3261140/... #DecadentHeir #Steam #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames

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Second Wind @secondwindgroup.com · 16/04/2026

The Second Wind Games Showcase airs on April 23, 2026 at 4 PM ET / 1 PM PT! It's jam packed with 90+ games including world premieres, exclusive announcements and more. We also partnered with @skillup.bsky.social, @minnmax.com and @watchexp.bsky.social to help curate some of the games!

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 16/04/2026

We’re happy to announce that the Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord Playtest is now live! Join the Playtest and earn exclusive rewards! store.steampowered.com/app/2779310/... #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames #stoneskeeperII

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 11/04/2026

A wacky Platformer with a #16bit Vibe — Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel Inspired by the golden era of Mega Drive and Super Nintendo. Sign up for the Playtest! store.steampowered.com/app/4032020/... #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames #PlayStation #NintendoSwitch #pixelart

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 09/03/2026

Blades For Hire Playtest is now live on Steam! ⚔️ Play now, earn “Old Guard”, and unlock a unique reward for launch. Sign up on Steam! #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames #RPG #bladesforhire

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 02/03/2026

⚔️ Blades For Hire Playtest starts March 9! Runs: March 9, 11:00 AM PT → March 23, 11:00 AM PT Sign-up on Steam! #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #indiegaming #indiegames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 14/02/2026

💘 Heads Will Roll: Reforged is joining the Love, Romance, and Heartbreak Debutante Ball (LRHDB) on Steam! And it’s the perfect time to jump in - a major update has just been released. #headswillrollreforged #ValentinesDay #LRHDB2026 #LoveRomanceHeartbreakDebutanteBall #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 13/02/2026

Caribbean Legend: Age of Pirates - Playtest — Now Live on Steam! Reach Rank 5 during the playtest to unlock exclusive rewards in the final game. Time's running out, and the sea won't wait. Fair winds, captains! #caribbeanlegend #Steam #gaming #indiegame #gamedev #indiegames #indiedev #indiegaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 25/01/2026

The Heads Will Roll: Reforged Big Box Edition has been revealed. A limited physical collector’s edition is now available for pre-order. More info: store.steampowered.com/news/app/687... #headswillrollreforged #indiegame #collectorsedition #physicalgames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 07/01/2026

The Playtest with new localizations for We. The Revolution is now live! Request access on Steam and join the discussion in the Steam Community. #WeTheRevolution #indiegame #gamedev #indiegames #indiedev #indiegaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 01/12/2025

Tomorrow! Catch #HMUR in the Best Indie Games Winter Showcase 2025 hosted by @clemmygames.bsky.social ! We’ll be sharing new info and a fresh look at the game. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/... #IndieGame #indiegames #indiedev #gamedev #gaming #actiongame #indiegaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 28/11/2025

#TurnBasedCarnival has begun! Heads Will Roll: Reforged - discounts on the game & all DLC lades For Hire - sign up for upcoming playtests Stones Keeper II: Chaos Lord - wishlist & join the playtest queue. #indiegames #turnbased #bladesforhire #stoneskeeperII #headswillrollreforged #gamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 26/11/2025

Brotherhood is officially out now on Steam and consoles!🎮 A brutal old-school FPS inspired by the golden era of 90s shooters. Play now: store.steampowered.com/app/2635450/... #XboxPlayAnywhere #PlayStation #NintendoSwitch #indiegames #gamedev #indiegame #pixelart #indiedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 19/11/2025

#Brotherhood releases on November 26! A brutal retro-inspired FPS. #Steam , #Xbox , #PlayStation , #NintendoSwitch - all on day one. Wishlist now! store.steampowered.com/app/2635450/... #pixelart #action #indiegames #gaming #gamedev #indiedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 05/11/2025

Blades For Hire invites you into the world of mercenaries - sign up for the playtest. Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3180000/... Each participant will have the opportunity to receive an EXCLUSIVE REWARD! Claymore and Cuirass. #Bladesforhire #rpg #IndieGame #GameDev #indiegamedev #Steam #playtest

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 20/10/2025

#Dreamout - the drunken alpaca adventure - is out now on PC and consoles! Absurd humor, unpredictable moments, and pure chaos. 15% off for launch week. Steam store.steampowered.com/app/1820100/... #IndieGame #GameDev #indiegamedev #alpaca #NintendoSwitch #Xbox #PlayStation #EVANGELION

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 14/10/2025

The Steam Next Fest has begun, and #Brotherhood is taking part! Play the Demo! Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2635450/... #SteamNextFest #pixelart #RetroVibes #indiegaming #IndieDev #IndieGameDev #IndieGame #1990's #retro #Wolfenstein

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 04/10/2025

#Dreamout Playtest is live! Take on the speedrun challenge before October 20 and earn a reward. 🐑🥂 Full release: October 20 at 11 AM PDT. Join now on #Steam : store.steampowered.com/app/1820100/... #IndieGame #GameDev #alpaca #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #indiegaming #IndieDev #IndieGameDev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 24/09/2025

HMUR Playtest is Now Live! Join the Playtest and claim your unique reward. Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/... #HMUR #FPS #IndieGame #RetroFPS #indiegames #IndieGameDev #Boomstock2025 #indiegaming #IndieDev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 13/09/2025

Brutality awaits! Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona joins Brutal Indies Unleashed 2025. store.steampowered.com/app/2139840/Skelethrone_The_Chronicles_of_Ericona/ #Skelethrone #BrutalIndiesUnleashed #indiedev #gamedev #indiegamedev #pixelart #Steam Curated by @zlimbratski.bsky.social

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 11/09/2025

Chaos is coming! HMUR Playtest kicks off on September 23! 🔥Brutal retro-FPS action Exclusive Golden Pistol skin for Playtesters Request access now on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560/... #HMUR #FPS #IndieGame #RetroFPS #indiegames #IndieDev #indiegamedev #indiegaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 06/09/2025

Available on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3857000/...

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 06/09/2025

Heads Will Roll: Reforged expands with its 4th major DLC — Sins of the Floating City! It brings new storylines, battles & romance. #screenshotsaturday #IndieGame #RPG #Steam #Gaming #headswillrollreforged #medieval #gamedev #IndieDev #indiegamedev #indiegaming

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 13/08/2025

Quack attack is here! 🦆 DUCK: Dangerous Ultimate Cartridge Kidnapper is now available on Nintendo Switch – grab it now at 15% off! Dive into 100+ chaotic mini-games. Cowboy duel, house building, tomato sorting and more. #Nintendo #DUCKS #arcade #retroisback #indiedev #gamedev #indiegamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 13/08/2025

Sign up for the #HMUR playtests and get a golden pistol as a reward! Still not convinced? Watch what @alphabetagamer.bsky.social thinks: youtube.com/watch?v=ZKem... #WishlistWednesday #indiegames #IndieGameDev #gamedev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 10/08/2025

Blink and you're dead. HMUR is a fast-paced retro FPS where speed is survival, and mistakes are fatal. Each level is a pulsing trip. Every enemy is a puzzle. The FPS you've been missing. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560 #RetroFPS #FastPacedShooter #gamedev #indiegamedev #IndieDev

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 09/08/2025

Pixels that scream. A world that hurts. Retro style like you’ve never seen. HMUR – the bad trip you don’t want to wake up from. Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560 #HMUR #RetroFPS #PixelArt #NeonHorror #PsychedelicGame #screenshotsaturday #SurrealShooter #RetroStyle #SteamGames

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Valkyrie Initiative @valkyrieinitiative.pro · 08/08/2025

Wishlist HMUR – new brutal retro FPS now live on Steam! Wishlist now: store.steampowered.com/app/3499560 #RetroFPS #IndieGame #FPSGame #Steam #HMUR

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