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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Bugs are the best and worst part of game dev lol

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

I'm a huge sucker for a good parallax!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Going live Monday at 8 PM Pacific to talk about the rise of indies and how to build a GDD that actually helps a team make decisions. I’m preparing for my SLICE 2026 roundtable too. What question should I take into the discussion? riverside.com/studio/thesu... #IndieDev #GameDesign #SeattleIndies

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Gllama Games - BUY UPSTREAM ON STEAM @gllama.games · 19/08/2026

We had a great time chatting about design, scope, and production on @warlockrakaul.bsky.social's show. If you want to know more about our process and our next project check out the full conversation on your podcast platform of choice! thesummoninghour.riverside.com/e/why-your-f...

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Why Your First Indie Game Should Be Smaller Than You Think | Gllama Games

Your first indie game is probably still too big.In this episode of The Summoning Hour, host Joe Belousek sits down with Noatak Post and Riley Sikes of Gllama Games, the two-person team behind Upstream...

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Where my #indiedev and #solodev at? Who wants to talk shop for The Summoning Hour podcast? Even if you're not available this week, I'd love to have you on the show! Take a listen to the latest episode and see what you think! thesummoninghour.riverside.com/e/the-truth-... #gamedev #podcast

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The Truth About Game Dev Hiring | Christeen Mackey

What actually happens when thousands of people apply for one game-development job, and the recruiter on the other side is balancing far more than a stack of résumés?Game-industry talent acquisition le...

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Super fun design-oriented conversation with @corvidquill.bsky.social today! Looking forward to editing it up and getting out. I'm really excited to be able to offer folks the chance to join in the live recording like a radio guest, look for more soon! #gamedev #solodev #podcast #thesummoninghour

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Open call to anyone interested in joining for a gathering of like minds! #godot #unity #unreal #gamedev #podcast

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

@nonzerosumjames.bsky.social I see you liking the post! If you're interested, I bet you got something to say, you'd be more than welcome!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Who is available this Thursday (July 2PM PDT for a roundtable discussion recording? I'm tagging folks who have engaged with me for first invites Topics could be: Q&A among peers, Playtesting, Documentation and Process, Supporting the Cause, and more (or less) :) #podcast #thesummoninghour #gaming

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The art direction is simply stunning. It blends Mario 3, Fez with the character animation reminiscent of a minimalist Metal Slug in such a charming way.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Hi all! I just released a new episode of The Summoning Hour featuring Nellie Hughes. We dive into game design, accessibility, AI, MMOs, leadership, and lessons from a long career in the games industry. 🎙️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK6W... #gamedev #podcast #thesummoninghour #gaming #gamedesign #design

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What Does 20 Years in Games Design Teach You? | Nellie Hughes

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Is there a good place to send you feedback on the demo? Just went through it and had some thoughts/questions. Are there any aspects you're not looking for feedback on?

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I'll download it now and give it a run in the morning!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

That being said, fuck yeah tactical gameplay

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Idk if the player has different strength weapons at this point in the game, but 1 shot feels a bit unfair/unfun to the player. If they're using the wrong weapon then yeah makes sense.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Episode 4 of The Summoning Hour with Dmitry Ryabchuk thesummoninghour.riverside.com/e/episode-4-... A fascinating dive into Dmitry's work making his own DnD world based on Slavic folklore and mythology. So freaking cool! #TheSummoningHour #gamedev #podcast #DnD #narrative #creativewriting

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Episode 3 with Tamerlane Barak! His insight about players gaslighting themselves about $ per hour of entertainment was definitely not on my bingo card for conversations. Would definitely give it a listen! It is a long one but boy is it juicy! #TheSummoningHour #gamedev #monetization #podcast

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

THEY DID IT! YOU'RE ON LINKEDIN!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

I really hope they reach out! I've been loving their highlights and a 4x isn't something they've shown!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

@hitmarker.net highlight on linkedin incoming. Massively impressive scale!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Episode 2 of The Summoning Hour is live! I sat down with 3D Artist Tyler La Belle to talk about VR development, outsourcin game development tools, and how many problems are communication problems. Check it out here: thesummoninghour.riverside.com/e/episode-2-... #GameDev #GameArt #Gaming #Podcast

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

#GameDevs of Bsky! I'd love to have a roundtable discussion about what's going on in your sphere! It can be any issue, story, new achievement, announcement, anything! I want to get more of us together! We can always fallback to the usual beats, but I would rather get to know you as devs and share!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

That experience shaped how I think about games today and why I wanted to bring this show back. What game community gave you a place to belong? thesummoninghour.riverside.com/e/episode-1-...

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

One of the things I talk about in the first episode of The Summoning Hour is the idea of "digital roots." I moved a lot growing up. Games and the communities around them gave me places I could return to even when everything else changed. Link in the comment! #GameDev #Gaming #Games #Podcast

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Feel like my opinions of all the game fests would get me blacklisted from ever being hired in the games industry. So I'll leave it at, yikes.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

I’m bringing back The Summoning Hour podcast This time it’s an everything-gaming podcast/live show: dev interviews, roundtables, gameplay, indie games, solo dev, design breakdowns, and cozy industry conversations. I’m looking for guests and topic ideas! #TheSummoningHour #GameDev #IndieGameDev

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

What kind of constraints do you have on your level proc gen? I'm trying to make my own system but it is slow going!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

What's good everybody? I'm looking at restarting my podcast and I wanted to see if any of you all would want to have a conversation about your indie games or career in games? Check out the old episodes to see if you're interested - open.spotify.com/show/2qddn9T... #godot #indiegame #gamedev #unity

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The Summoning Hour - Garvey the Director of Student and Education Programs at Twitch

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Congrats! Shaders are so rewarding and always feels so big!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

I have to say, I love every video you put out. From the portrait art, sfx and vfx, gameplay and everything. I can't wait to get a chance to play

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Blizzard would have been better off reviving HotS on mobile than recycling OW again. How many times since Project Titan has OW been redone? OW as a franchise was squandered long ago. I remember Paladins mobile in 2018. Again, Blizz is late.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Need some SC "justices" on there too

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

What are the Vegas odds that Chuck Schumer sells out the people again over this shutdown? Regardless, he's got to go.

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Brian Tyler Cohen @briantylercohen.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

“The reason Trump didn’t apologize for the Obama post is because he is a small, petty, fragile man who cannot take responsibility for his own actions. And the second reason, frankly, is because he is a racist.”

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

This is not leadership. This is bullying and degrading. Not to mention embarrassing on a literally global level. Invoke the 25th already! Anyone can see it would OK to start the damage control!

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

I can't wait for him to show up ay the super bowl and be booed by a global audience.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

LOL. Thank you. Thank you so much. I needEd this comment.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Not pictured because eaten, stroopwafel. Nice to take a break after job hunting a bunch today. #fika

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Democracy Unite @democracyunite.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

tRump took advantage of Congress being out on holiday to carry out his illegal attack on Venezuela. Congress must be recalled and immediately start impeachment of tRump.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Split by party lines. Investigations, letters and denouncements by Dems and praise and asskissing by Repugnants.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

I believe it follows the same method as releasing the epstein files. The House can file a petition, once it gets enough votes it can surpass the Speaker's call for a vote. Assuming it passes both the House and Senate, T gets to sign or veto. If there is enough support it could be veto proof.

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Warlock Rakaul @warlockrakaul.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Please can we promote someone else? Anyone else, please ffs

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