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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 23/09/2026

There’s something very satisfying about watching a little railway world come together. 🚂🌾 Tracks, farms, trains, windmills and plenty more still to build. This is Model Trains. #ModelTrains #ModelRailway #ModelRailroad

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Blaft Publications @blaft.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Pre-order A COMPENDIUM OF SUPERNATURAL ENTITIES right away, come on, do it fast, go! www.blaft.com/collections/...

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 21/09/2026

1/ One of our deliberate stops after Gamescom was the Spoorwegmuseum in Utrecht. 🚂 We're building Model Trains, so visiting a serious model railway collection was high on our list. We want the game to be enjoyable for different kinds of people who love this hobby.

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 20/09/2026

We're live. 🚂 Railyard Diaries #10 is on now. Train Editor, Fleets, Blueprints, signals, speed limits and railway networks. Come see what we've been building. www.youtube.com/live/QDjdhAY... #ModelTrains #GameDev

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Railyard Diaries #10: Modular Trains & Network

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pmamtraveller.bsky.social @pmamtraveller.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Yemeni Anthropomorphic Stele (3rd–1st Century BCE)

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 19/09/2026

You can now build trains car by car in #ModelTrains. The latest update brings the Train Editor, reusable Blueprints, Train Fleets and the foundations of granular railway networks. Read here: secondquestgames.substack.com/p/modular-tr... #gamedev #buildinpublic #devlog

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Modular Trains & Networks now in Model Trains

You can now assemble your own trains car by car, and run them within Model Trains. Plus: we are live this Sunday, 20 September.

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 18/09/2026

We saw Die Another Day and apparently took notes. 🚂🌊 #ModelTrains #TrainSimulation #GameDev

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GameMaker @gamemaker.io · 12/09/2026

The Made With GameMaker 2026 showreel part two! Check out the full Showcase video on our YouTube channel!

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Goodnews @goodnews.computer · 04/09/2026

Take a break from being depressed that everything you love is being destroyed by slop for a moment and let me tell you about the beautiful symbiotic relationship between graffiti writers, train yard workers, and model train enthusiasts.

A hand holding a model train with a replica of the same graffiti on the full scale train car behind it.

A model train with two graffiti pieces on opposite sides.

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cee @cee.wtf · 04/09/2026

throng.cee.wtf i've invented a new way to browse bluesky

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Global Game Jam @globalgamejam.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Make games. Explore money. Win a share of $140K! 💰 Zoud GameLab focuses on financial literacy. Create a fun game around budgeting, saving, spending, investing, debt, or smart money decisions. 📅 Oct 15–Nov 15, 2026 🏆 $140K prize pool 🌍 Open to creators worldwide Learn more: buff.ly/4A0NuBu

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Zoud and Global Game Jam Launch Financial Literacy Game Jam with up to $140K in Prizes and Development Support | Global Game Jam

Zoud GameLab challenges game creators worldwide to bring financial literacy to life through gameplay, with the strongest games receivi

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Blaft Publications @blaft.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Call for subs!

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Raj Patel @rajio.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Gamedev can have a little door discourse as a treat

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Yadu Rajiv @yadurajiv.com · 30/08/2026

for a second, I was like.. why is there a banana on my task bar 😅

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Yadu Rajiv @yadurajiv.com · 29/08/2026

What are the odds that this is a mimic? 😅

Cardboard box between furniture and plants. A sign on the cardboard box says, "Free take away books"

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For the Love of Missy @missybbbobtail.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The difference between dogs and cats is that dogs do absolutely nothing to mask their clinginess while cats pretend it's just a coincidence they're in the same room as you 99% of the time.

Jinx the tabby bobtail cat standing in her scratching box. A slight smile is in her face.

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Freya Holmér @freya.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

oh hey I've got one one of those projects that failed to find funding

a screenshot of half-edge, a wip mid-poly 3D modeling/mapping tool for indie game dev

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Freya Holmér @freya.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

platforms should make AI generated content opt-in spotify, social media, youtube, steam, all of them "but then nobody will-" correct!! that is the point

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IGDA @igda.org · 18/08/2026

Have you checked out the courses yet? 👀 You shouuuuuuuuuld. Use our referral link - a portion of the sales goes towards a credit so we can help provide opportunities to take the courses for free! courses.ramiismail.com/r/IGDA-REF

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Draknek & Friends @draknek.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

We're excited to announce that applications are open for the Draknek New Voices Puzzle Grant 2026 🎉 The grant will award $15,000 to five thinky puzzle game developers from all over the world, and a year's mentorship with genre veterans. Deadline: September 27th More info 👇

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Massimo (mirror) @rainmaker1973-m.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

This lovely moment of tenderness. Original post

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Yadu Rajiv @yadurajiv.com · 13/08/2026

Model Trains is the ultimate sandbox experience for railway enthusiasts and creative builders, allowing you to craft stunning and richly detailed miniature railway sets on your favourite devices and platforms. blueoceangames.com/challenge/vo... 🌸🙏👇 WATCH OUR TRAILER - VOTE FOR US 👇🙏🌸

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Blue Ocean Games

A new way to validate your game, get feedback, and secure funding.

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GameDev India @gamedev.in · 11/08/2026

🔥 Done web-slinging in Spider-Man or saving the world in Arkham? Pull up a virtual log and talk all about your favorite superhero games at the next Gamedev India Campfire! 👉 First time at Campfire? Read about it here: gamedev.in/campfire #GameDev #IndieDev #Meetup

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Good Game Lobby @goodgamelobby.com · 16/12/2025

Hey everyone! I am excited to share that I've been selected as an Ambassador for the @slowgameclub.bsky.social Its an indie game club where all proceeds go to IntoGames a UK non-profit create a fair and equitable pathway to skill development and career progression for the games. Learn more ⬇️

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 07/08/2026

Fishbowl has touched the hearts of so many players since it released in April, and we're excited for even more of you to discover this special game during the Wholesome Games Celebration! store.steampowered.com/app/1638070/...

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lasha3D @lasha3d.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

looking for a job Rt if you can 🙏

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ECP @ecppdx.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

omg I found the picture ❤️

An image of The Villeneuve Scale of Air Pollution (aka the Milleneuve)

Arrival
< 100 milleneuves
(normal particulate levels)

Prisoners
200 milleneuves
(chimney smoke and rage)

Sicario
300 milleneuves
(gunsmoke and drugs maybe?)

Enemy
600 milleneuves
(C'mon, Toronto, you used to be cool)

Dune
750 milleneuves
(stillsuits are a must!)

Blade Runner 2049
900 milleneuves
(omg why are you even outside, Ryan Gosling??)

[each entry has a still from the film showing the sky color, from clear to deep orange]

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🦋 kris🌻⋆⋆⋆ @eviebauer727.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Watch this amazing dog! His name is Grayson and this is pretty cool. Especially, the part where he knows to slow down at the speed bump. Wow! 🤩😎

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 01/08/2026

The best simulation games aren't about a single feature. They're about how hundreds of small interactions come together to create a world that feels believable. That's the experience we're building with Model Trains, one step at a time. 🚂 Steam wishlist coming soon. #ScreenshotSaturday #IndieGame

Screenshot of Model Trains game in development

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Yadu Rajiv @yadurajiv.com · 01/08/2026

Here is a clock I made a while ago yadu.itch.io/clock #godot #indie #gamedev

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 30/07/2026

One of this week’s improvements in Model Trains: You can now reverse your train without turning the whole consist around. What quality-of-life features do you appreciate most in simulation games? #GameDev #IndieGame #SimulationGames #modeltrains #modelrailroad #modelrailway #trainsim

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Global Game Jam @globalgamejam.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New Micro-Missions are live! Calling all artists & audio creators! 🎨 🎶 - Don't forget to register first in order to take part in GGJ Micro-Missions. buff.ly/Kq05ddL 🚀 Then check out the art & audio Micro-Missions from COPA Gaming. buff.ly/F3jWKeM #IndieDev #GameArt #GameAudio

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Yadu Rajiv @yadurajiv.com · 29/07/2026

I dunno if this newsletter was for the shock value or if this is this person really wants me to unsubscribe. This came at the oddest of times 😩 and I'm just so tired.. and too tired to even put what I'm feeling into words 😩

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Global Game Jam @globalgamejam.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🗣️ Calling all artists & audio creators - new Micro-Missions are now live! Don't forget to register first in order to take part in GGJ Micro-Missions. buff.ly/Kq05ddL 🚀 Then check out the art & audio Micro-Missions from COPA Gaming. buff.ly/F3jWKeM #IndieDev #GameArt #GameAudio

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Global Game Jam @globalgamejam.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

203 Jammers. 39 Games. One impactful jam. Thank you to everyone involved in Juntos Game Jam with GGJ and World Program USA! While the jam is over, the relief efforts are on going: buff.ly/vJBL8jb Please continue to help support and raise awareness. To check out the games created: buff.ly/V2J5EYa

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Leiracal @leiracal.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

This concept was introduced to me as "run the dishwasher twice" and was an important part of my executive functioning recovery as well as my path to self-acceptance.

When I was at one of my lowest (mental) points in life, I couldn't get out of bed some days. I had no energy or motivation and was barely getting by.

I had therapy once per week, and on this particular week I didn't have much to 'bring' to the session. He asked how my week was and I really had nothing to say.

'What are you struggling with?' he asked.

I gestured around me and said 'I dunno man. Life.'

Not satisfied with my answer, he said 'No, what exactly are you worried about right now? What feels overwhelming? When you go home after this session, what issue will be staring at you?'

I knew the answer, but it was so ridiculous that I didn't want to say it. I wanted to have something more substantial.
Something more profound.

But I didn't.

So I told him, 'Honestly? The dishes. It's stupid, I know, but the more I look at them the more I CAN'T do them because I'll have to scrub them before I put them in the dishwasher, because the dishwasher sucks, and I just can't stand and scrub the dishes.'

I felt like an idiot even saying it.

What kind of grown ass woman is undone by a stack of dishes? There are people out there with *actual* problems, and I'm whining to my therapist about dishes?

But he nodded in understanding and then said:

'RUN THE DISHWASHER TWICE.'

I began to tell him that you're not supposed to, but he stopped me.

'Why the hell aren't you supposed to? If you don't want to scrub the dishes and your dishwasher sucks, run it twice. Run it three times, who cares?! Rules do not exist.'

It blew my mind in a way that I don't think I can properly express.

That day, I went home and tossed my smelly dishes haphazardly into the dishwasher and ran it three times.

I felt like I had conquered a dragon.

The next day, I took a shower lying down.

A few days later. I folded my laundry and put them wherever the fuck they fit.

There were no longer arbitrary rules I had to follow, and it gave me the freedom to make accomplishments again.

Now that I'm in a healthier place, I rinse off my dishes and put them in the dishwasher properly. I shower standing up. I sort my laundry.

But at a time when living was a struggle instead of a blessing, I learned an incredibly important lesson:

THERE ARE NO RULES. RUN THE DISHWASHER TWICE!!!"

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Arthur @cpthamburger.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Love all Ghost in the Shell. Except maybe that live action one. Forgetting that one exists. And maybe some of that netflix stuff...

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Second Quest @secondquest.games · 24/07/2026

Building tiny worlds, one track at a time. 🚂 Here's a peaceful look at our cozy railway sandbox, Model Trains. What feature would you add first? #gamedev #indiedev #cozygames

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Rami Ismail (رامي) @ramiismail.com · 24/07/2026

This was a fascinating exercise: find out what went wrong with creativity in the games industry. The conclusion: there are too many cowards controlling too many critical levers, and until we figure out how to put people -taste, creativity, and craft- back at the top, we're going to be stuck.

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GamesIndustry.biz @gibiz.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The games industry is stifled by a culture of fear, concludes a workgroup hosted by Rami Ismail. bit.ly/4vPbIzv

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Ramin Nasibov @nasibov.me · 17/07/2026

I’m so happy for them

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Blue Ocean Games @blueoceangames.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

🚨 Submissions for #RisingTide4 close TODAY at noon PST🚨 If you haven't entered your one minute trailer, now is the time! #gamedev #indiegames #indiedev

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Blaft Publications @blaft.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

When Thamarai finds a mysterious notebook full of descriptions of her school's paranormal phenomena, she wonders if it may hold the key to escape... Pre-order Kuzhali Manickavel's "A Compendium of Supernatural Entities", releasing October 6! www.blaft.com/collections/...

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A Compendium of Supernatural Entities Found in the Government Girls Higher Secondary School

Release Date: October 6, 2026 Available for Pre-Order a novel by Kuzhali Manickavel 232 pages. 8.25" x 5.5". 300 g Paperback ISBN: 9788199509146 In the oppressive heat of a small Tamil Nadu town, stra...

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Global Game Jam @globalgamejam.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

One of the best things about Global Game Jam is seeing our community show up for each other. Juntos was started by GGJ organizers across Latin America, including our organizers in Venezuela, who wanted to find a meaningful way to help after the recent earthquakes. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/DjFpvyB

Juntos Game Jam for Venezuela earthquake relief. World Food Program USA and Global Game Jam.

“Those of us who make video games know that no project comes together on its own: it always takes a team. Today, Venezuela needs one. As a Venezuelan and an organizer of the Global Game Jam, I’m thrilled to see how many of my colleagues across the country are coming together for this cause, and how the global community responded immediately. It’s proof of something I’ve always believed: video games bring people together to create things of value, even - and especially - in the darkest of times. In games, we learn that after every fall comes another try. Venezuela will rise again, and this Jam is our way of lending a hand in the process.
That’s why I invite you to join this charity Jam: create, play, and share with us to raise funds for those affected. And if you can’t participate, you can also help with a donation. Every contribution counts. We’re moving forward, for those who come after us.”
- Denyam Noguera, GGJ site organizer of Zulia GameJam, Zulia, Venezuela

"One of the things I love most about the Global Game Jam community is how quickly people come together when someone needs support. In moments like this, when so many people have been affected by tragedy, that sense of community becomes even more important. This initiative started with organizers in Venezuela, but it quickly became something the wider Latin American community wanted to be part of. Games have always been a way to bring people together, and through this Game Jam we hope to do exactly that while celebrating the creativity, talent, and culture that make Venezuela so special." – Chriss Vasquez, GGJ regional organizer for Latin America

Juntos: Game Jam for Venezuela Earthquake Relief. Join the Jam July 24-26, 2026. You don't need to donate to jam, you don't need to jam to donate. WFP USA and Global Game Jam.

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Warp Door @warpdoor.com · 13/07/2026

JD Ware Advance (@featurekreep.bsky.social) "WarioWare for politically disturbed" Free - Browser: warpdoor.com/2026/07/13/j...

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