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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Happy Kernelversary, babes. #KernelHearts launched one week ago today! Let's take a look back at our first look at #Fernet from 3 years ago! It's amazing to see how far she's come. @ephemeragames.bsky.social youtu.be/J1pR9J2S3rM

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Kernel Hearts Teaser - Whitethorn Winter

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

"For us, walking away was the hardest part. We were like kids in a toy store, always chasing one more treasure or one more upgrade. The game taught us to become absolute masters at finding just one more excuse to stay." What a review! devplaymedia.com/2026/09/23/k...

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Kernel Hearts Review – Making Every Second Count

With Kernel Hearts you go into the Tower of Babel, beat up angels, collect everything that isn’t nailed down, become stronger, and try to get as far as you can before things go horribly wrong…

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Did you know that the soundtrack of #KernelHearts is available for your listening pleasure? Cuz it is. You can support the artists by purchasing the soundtrack on Bandcamp, or stream it on Bandcamp, YouTube, YouTube Music, and Spotify! @ephemeragames.bsky.social @prettypatterns.bsky.social

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#KernelHearts launched last week, and boy, have we been feeling the love. Both in-person and online, we have had so many people excited to play, and it's simply amazing to see. Thank you all for playing, purchasing, and, most importantly, supporting indie devs! 🫶

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Now that the release date dust has settled a little... We've got a deep dive into the development of #KernelHearts up on the Xbox Wire! Check it out! news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/0...

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Character Development and Storytelling in Kernel Hearts, Out Now on XBOX

How the creators teamed up to bring their vision of a RPG/JRPG and its unique setting.

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Welcome to Babel, Whitethorn friends. #KernelHearts --the inaugural title from @ephemeragames.bsky.social--is out now on PC via the Epic Games Store, Steam, and the Windows Store; PlayStation 5; Xbox Series X|S; and Nintendo Switch™ 2! We'll meet you at the Tower. youtu.be/UewLGiEPdPY

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Kernel Hearts | Release Trailer

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Kernel Hearts ✨ WISHLIST NOW✨ @ephemeragames.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

One day until Kernel Hearts releases.

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🎨 Put some color in your world! 🎨 We are so excited to announce that #Colorbound will be releasing on October 12! Join Anku on his quest to reunite his grandfather's band for one last show in a game full of music, color, and lots of heart. youtu.be/clYNpKpMRDw

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Colorbound | Release Date Trailer

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

For this week's #FernetFriday, we're sharing this trio of Fernets from @phaneinart.bsky.social ! The art style is so fun and vibrant, and we had to feature Fernet drinking mate! Thanks so much for sharing! @ephemeragames.bsky.social #KernelHearts #Fernet

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Evan's Remains is available FOR FREE on the #EpicGamesStore for Mobile until September 10: epic.gm/mobile Join Dysis as she tries to unravel the mysteries of an uninhabited island and bring Evan home. #EvansRemains

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We were so happy to showcase #Colorbound at the @tmgexpo.bsky.social Indie Game Showcase this past June! The awards ceremony from that showcase is now live on YouTube! Check it out here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHYZ...

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TooManyGames 2026 Indie Game Showcase Awards

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

It has been absolutely wild to see #KernelHearts as the best seller on the #EpicGamesStore for nearly two straight weeks! Thank you for all the love for #Fernet ! We can't wait to see what you think of the game when it comes out in 16 days! @ephemeragames.bsky.social

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

As a follow up to last week's Fernet Friday, we have the mod!! gamebanana.com/mods/710964 Play as our favorite magical girl Fernet in Guilty Gear Strive. We can't wait to see where she ends up next! And don't forget to tag your fan arts and edits with #FernetFriday 💖 #KernelHearts

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Fernet (Kernel Hearts) over Elphelt Mod for GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- | GGST Mods

Become a God-Slaying Magical Girl... A GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- (GGST) Mod in the Elphelt Valentine category, submitted by maxler5795

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

It's #FernetFriday gang! We wanted to share one of the most unique ways that we've seen our girl #Fernet lately: @Fl_Maxler on Twitter modded her into Guilty Gear Strive! Thanks for sharing this with us! We'd love to see Fernet in even more games 👀 @ephemeragames.bsky.social #KernelHearts

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

INDIE GAMES ARE ART 🎨 INDIE GAMES ARE ART 🎨 INDIE GAMES ARE ART 🎨 #Colorbound @panpipestudio.bsky.social

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Attention local friends! Gallery Night is back! Stop at our office on 12th Street for snacks, a drink, and games! We'll be there from 5-7 on the evening of Friday, September 18. Come say hi! 🫶

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Our algorithm has been absolutely flooded with Fernet, and we love it. We want more. Post your (non-AI) fanart of Fernet and tag it with #FernetFriday and we might just share it on our socials!

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Since Kernel Hearts has suddenly gotten A LOT more buzz for SOME UNKNOWN REASON, now seems like a good time to mention that you can keep up with the game on Discord! Join the #KernelHearts Discord: discord.com/invite/kerne... Join the Whitethorn Games Discord: discord.com/invite/white...

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Join the Kernel Hearts Friends Discord Server!

A community for the Indie Game Kernel Hearts. | 2723 members

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

So uh... how's it going, folks? Just sliding in a little reminder that #KernelHearts is launching EVERYWHERE on September 17. You can pre-order the game NOW on the #EpicGamesStore. Otherwise mark your calendars, and we'll see you in Babel.

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce that when you pre-order Kernel Hearts on the Epic Games Store, you will be granted the Fernet Outfit as a gift-with-purchase beginning TODAY. We can also confirm that #KernelHearts will be releasing on September 17. So, uh, where we droppin' girls?

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Happy 814 Day to our Erie friends! Catch us this weekend at Celebrate Erie! We'll be playing and talking games all three days, so come say hi! www.celebrateerie.com

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CelebrateErie | August 14-16, 2026

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Buy games. Do good. That's the message of our latest @humblebundle.com : Indie's Support for Venezuela. To help those affected by the earthquakes, you can grab a bundle of 13 games--including one of our favorites #Calico!-- for as low as $15. www.humblebundle.com/games/indies...

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Indie's Support for Venezuela Bundle

Pay what you want for an epic selection of indie games like Calico & OYASUMII, and help support aid for Venezuela too!

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

It costs $0.00 to support a single female game dev. #WishUponALlama

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Calico on the go? Sounds purr-fect! #Calico is available now on the Epic Games Store Mobile! Create your own cafe, fill it with cuddly critters, and help your friends on Heart Island--wherever you can take your phone! store.epicgames.com/p/calico-and...

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Calico Coming Soon - Epic Games Store

Calico is coming soon to the Epic Games Store. Please check for availability and add to your Wishlist

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

INDIE GAMES ARE LIFE 🔥🔥🔥 INDIE GAMES ARE LIFE 🔥🔥🔥 INDIE GAMES ARE LIFE 🔥🔥🔥 @ephemeragames.bsky.social #KernelHearts

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Playtester ↗ @playtester.io · 07/08/2026

An indie game where the island is a jigsaw you assemble to explore. - Assemble world pieces as you roam - Put the island back together Try the demo: playtester.io/jigrift by @whitethorngames.bsky.social #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Let's get ready to jumble! 🐸 As featured in the Wholesome Games Celebration, @emptycastlegames.bsky.social has just launched a brand new demo for the upcoming game #Jigrift on Steam! Check out the demo and wishlist Jigrift now on Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3187650/...

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Game name: Clawsome 🕹️ Type: Arcade, simulation 🧩 Inspired by: Part-Time UFO, Good Job!, Unpacking 🎮 Name of main character: Clawby 👾

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

@sixoneindie.com 's Demo Days are here, and we're here to grant your wish! #WishUponALlama has a new demo available on Steam as part of the Demo Days showcase! Check out the full event here: www.sixoneindie.com/demo-days And play the demo now on Steam : store.steampowered.com/app/2262630/...

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Six One Demo Days 2026 | Six One Indie

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

We're one week away from the @wholesomegames.com Celebration, and we have 5 games taking part: @botanymanor.bsky.social and #MagicalDelicacy as part of the Steam sale. #Colorbound and #WishUponALlama as featured upcoming games. And #Jigrift has something special to share. So stay tuned. 👀

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Whitethorn Games @whitethorngames.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

As Disability Awareness month comes to a close, we have one more game to share that was featured in the 2026 Access-ability Showcase! Jigrift's gameplay is designed to be as laid-back as the island Bert washes up on, and we hope everyone experiences it that way! #Jigrift

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