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TSAREVNA is being developed by a focused independent creative team that believes memorable games come from craftsmanship rather than scale. It's an action-slasher where ballet becomes a weapon. Wishlist on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3348640

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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
What happens if you go on pointe mid-fight? More pirouettes, wider attacks, and control of space. All inside a single combo system. We're launching a series of devlogs about Tsarevna's combat system. Today we're talking about combat stances.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
TSAREVNA. Age of Tales will be participating in the Best Indie Games Fall Showcase 2026! 🌏 Tune in on September 1 at 8:00 AM PDT (3:00 PM UTC / 5:00 PM CEST) for an exclusive trailer and a special announcement at the end! #BIGFallShowcase
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🎶 The main theme of TSAREVNA is now available on streaming platforms! Composed by Alexander Billione, this is the sound of a dark Slavic fairy tale where ballet becomes a weapon. Listen here: band.link/TSAREVNASTHEME
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
He stole years to live forever. Now he steals lives to stay powerful. Would you dare to face him alone?
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Meet the Upyr Volkhv: a priest who cheated death by stealing years from the living. His reward? Eternal suffering.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
What does a dark Slavic fairy tale sound like? Like this. Live orchestra, folk motifs, and choir. All for a game where ballet becomes a weapon. youtu.be/q_BNvyWDllI #gamedev
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TSAREVNA. Age of Tales | Official Music Video
YouTube video by Watt Studio
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
A new playtest of TSAREVNA is open for sign-ups! We're testing the Korshun boss fight and the updated Fight Room, and we want to hear thoughts from hardcore players on the gameplay: what works best and what needs polishing.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
How does ballet transform into combat? Our new video takes you behind the scenes of creating TSAREVNA's combat ballet: from rehearsals and motion capture to actual in-game footage: youtu.be/-ZKiDv8CtlQ Please wishlist TSAREVNA—it truly means the world to an indie studio.
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Tsarevna: Age of Tales || Motion Capture (Behind the Scenes)
YouTube video by Watt Studio
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Grandma is gone. The Big Bad Wolf is in her place. You have 30 days to keep your power, build a gang from character cards, manage resources, and stop the city from uncovering the truth. Wishlist When Wolf Fades on Steam.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Have you already applied to join the ranks of the Grimpsfighers? The updated build will be available soon! If you want a chance to be among the first to explore the new version of GRIMPS, make sure to submit your application on the Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/3297800/...
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
GRIMPS has been selected to take part in Insider Gaming Showcase – as part of the showcase, an updated GRIMPS trailer will be revealed, along with an exclusive interview with our CEO Egor Tomskiy on the Insider Gaming YouTube channel – the premiere will take place on May 28 at 19:00 UTC.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
In our new devlog, we talk about how levels in Tsarevna are created: from early layouts and blockouts in UE5 to combat arenas, platforming sections, secret rooms, and encounters with Cat Bayun. Read the new devlog and add Tsarevna to your Steam wishlist: store.steampowered.com/news/app/334...
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
New trailer for Tsarevna: Age of Tales 👑 Watch the trailer, share your thoughts, and add TSAREVNA. Age of Tales to your wishlist! youtu.be/_Y129L0qjxk?si
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Tsarevna: Age of Tales - Official Cinematic Trailer
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
We’ve released the first gameplay trailer for TSAREVNA 👑 For the first time, you can see how the combat works in motion. Movement, attacks, and timing come together into a single flow. Spins turn into strikes, combos connect into smooth chains, and every action feels part of one sequence.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
We’ve released the official TSAREVNA comic — a glimpse into the moment when the heroine’s elegance first clashes with a dark force. A mysterious crystal grants immense power… but every gift comes with a price. store.steampowered.com/news/app/334... 👑 Read the comic and wishlist TSAREVNA on Steam
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
🐈 Cat Bayun — your mystical companion Bayun is a cunning storyteller and guardian of dreams who is always by Tsarevna’s side. He helps you navigate a world where the line between dreams and reality is constantly shifting. #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
A signature recipe from GRIMPS: mix hamster nuts with shrimp and season with a solid hit from a fish. A bit of practice and you’ve got a surprisingly good meal. Serve it hot: straight from the gun into their head! #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
What do you think — under what name did the Grimpsfighters add this creature to their registry? - Ramhorse - Gopnicorn - Brawlstud #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Once a renowned war leader who fell in battle, his soul never found peace. Now he has returned as an upyr, leading the forces of the undead. Buried with his weapons and armor, the voivode rose together with all his war gear — shield and heavy spear — as if continuing his final battle. #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
During Steam Next Fest, we launched a community challenge — tear apart 50,000 Grimps using any weapon. And during the festival, you destroyed 80,196 Grimps. Which means… it’s reward time. The Pigeon prepared something special — he trained. Rehearsed. Stretched those wings. #Gaming #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
In TSAREVNA, beware enemies on the ground—and in the skies. Soothsayer Crows are cursed primal sorceresses. In combat, they make sharp lunges and sudden trajectory changes. You can't just stand still—watch the skies, dodge, strike. 💫 Add Tsarevna to your Steam wishlist! #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
🔥 The biggest event for indie-game fans has just begun. Steam NextFest has started — and GRIMPS is in the fight! See it for yourself 👇 #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
How do you actually make your pigeon breathe fire? Your new companion in GRIMPS - the pigeon - might be full of surprises if you spend enough time with him. Like, for example, his ability to burn an entire horde of grimps with a single breath! #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Jump into the open demo of GRIMPS and fight hordes of grimps to the explosive soundtrack by the band Atomic Brothergood! Huge thanks to the band for filling our insane plushie slaughter with pure drive and madness! GRIMPS Demo is live on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3297800/...
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Stop the plush apocalypse. The GRIMPS DEMO is waiting for you on Steam! How much fluff can you exterminate? #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
🖤 It’s time to introduce a new enemy in TSAREVNA These creatures are far more than birds. They guard forests, watching every step, ready to punish anyone who dares to come too close. They say these beings steal gold and precious trinkets… and sometimes even unborn children. #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
The Mega Fish Sword is perfect for when plushy bastards are begging for more. Delivers the chaos they truly deserve. How do you like this upgrade to the arsenal? Add GRIMPS to your Steam wishlist and get ready to tear those plushy bastards apart! #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Thank you for being with us this year — playing, supporting, commenting, sharing feedback, and energizing our studio ⚡ 🎄 A new year is ahead, with new releases, new worlds, and a stream of crazy ideas that we are already turning into games!
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Character designs don’t always stay the same. Most of the time it’s millions of references, endless visual research, and constant experimentation. Today we’re revealing the updated design for Chern. This mob now feels deeper and closer to the vision we’ve always wanted to capture. #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
New Year’s Giveaway on Discord 🎉 We’re doing a $10 Steam Gift Card giveaway! It’s almost 2026, so… no rules. Just join our Discord and click to participate. Using the WATT tag is optional (but appreciated 💛) 👉 discord.gg/watt #gamedev #grimps #indiedev #devlog #indiegame #UE5 #actionadventure
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Here’s a look at how our multilayer material system works: blending stone, dust, moisture, erosion, and hand-painted details. These layers react to lighting, camera angle, and local accents, helping walls feel less like geometry and more like part of the world’s memory. #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
To fight anomalous plush cubes, you need weapons that are just as weird. That’s why we’re so meticulous when building the Grimps-slayer’s arsenal - every little detail matters. And yeah, sometimes the weapons look… well, a bit ridiculous. But wow, do they work! 🚀😎 #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
CLASSIFIED / CASE №GRM-1225 Subject: “Grimps” Small specimens operate in groups. Large ones lead incursions and exhibit unique, not yet fully understood abilities. Classification: HIGHLY DANGEROUS. Observation ongoing 👉🏻 store.steampowered.com/news/app/329... #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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GRIMPS - Plush Apocalypse - Steam News
We start our devlog series with the most important element of our plush apocalypse - the grimps themself!
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
We are preparing assets for ornaments in Tsarevna — ancient symbols, patterns, and protective signs. This ornament depicts an ancient ritual of dancing around a bull. Participants danced around the animal as part of a festive ritual, and the bull itself was subsequently sacrificed. #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
The playtest for Tsarevna starts on December 5! To join, click “Request Access” on the Steam page: store.steampowered.com/app/3348640/... Immerse yourself in the world of Slavic mythology, where ballet intertwines with dynamic combat. Your feedback will help us! 👑 #Gaming #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
🐱 It seems that the GRIMPS team has a new chaos supervisor. He doesn't miss a single model or animation test, and he keeps a close eye on making sure that the chaos is not only bright, but also fluffy. In the frame is our strictest internal auditor! #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Grimps are not aliens… But who are they really? 1️⃣It's our collective delusion. 2️⃣They're just mutated cats. It's all because of the terrible environment! 3️⃣A new strain of COVID! Don't touch them, they're contagious! 4️⃣They're aliens after all! Which side are you on? #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
TSAREVNA's enemies are divided into three archetypes: Grunts, Officers, and Tanks. This creates a balanced and dynamic system where each type requires its own tactics and makes the fight lively and unpredictable. #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
🩰 How do you fight without losing your grace? In TSAREVNA, the combat system is a ballet balanced on the edge of life and death. Add TSAREVNA to your Steam wishlist — the dance is about to begin. #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
WATT has arrived at G-STAR 2025, Asia's largest gaming event, where the industry is booming, new trends are emerging, and every corner is filled with games and players from around the world. Ahead lie several days of build testing, communication and useful feedback. #Gaming #IndieGames #GStar
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
🐾 Meet the updated Bayun the Cat! In 3D, he's become even more expressive, dangerous, and... charmingly devious. Somewhere between dream and reality, he whispers his stories and plays with travelers, and as always, never letting on whose side he's on. #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
What’s this? It’s the visual damage feedback system in development for GRIMPS — modular dismemberment with elements of ragdoll and morph animations. It makes enemy reactions more expressive, enhances the sense of impact, and supports the procedural generation of enemies #Gaming #PitchYaGame #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
WATT Studio is excited to join the Metroidvania Festival FUSiON with our game GRIMPS! The festival runs online from November 3 to 11. It’s a great chance to explore the world of indie Metroidvania games, catch live streams, demos, and connect with other creators. #Gaming #IndieGames #GRIMPS
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
What kind of atmosphere speaks to you the most? Tell us — which mood draws you in more: cold and mystical, or eerily beautiful? #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Asset creation is one of the most important and mesmerizing stages of development. At this stage, cubes, planes, and primitives gradually transform into walls, columns, and entire spaces, bringing the world of Tsarevna to life. #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Even color plays a role in TSAREVNA. ⚪White is the color of silence, death, and peace. It is not purity — it is emptiness. 🔴Red connects the living and the dead, protecting them from the rift between worlds. 🟡Gold is a rare, divine accent of eternal power. #Gaming #IndieGames #Tsarevna
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
The stuffed plushies mutated. Cuteness cracked. GRIMPS emerged from the soft seams. After playtest, we realized that these creatures were more than just cute stuffed plushies. They are brighter, more dynamic, and far more chaotic than we thought. 💫 Now cuteness bites. Welcome to the world of GRIMPS.
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
🎨 How does plush chaos come to life? Our technical artist Pavel turns Plushes into a real threat: textures, effects, and movements create a lively, dynamic world. Pavel's list of tasks: developing complex mechanics planned by the game designer or art director. #Gaming #IndieGames #Plushes
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
When creating the game Tsarevna, we encountered a problem: Old Slavic writing has not been deciphered, so we couldn't use it. Therefore, we developed our own runic alphabet. Each rune was given a deep meaning. For example, the rune of Koschey combines the concepts of “pain” and “rebirth”. #Gaming
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Watt Studio @wattstudio.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
We have created soft toys based on our game Plushes 👾 +100 to the cuteness factor of the office Follow us here to see what happens next: store.steampowered.com/app/3297800/... #Gaming #IndieGames #Plushes
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