iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 14/07/2026

@gamemakerstoolkit.com I just bought and am loving Word Play on iOS, it was already a blast on desktop, now I'm worried I might play it too much with it in my phone all the time... But am I going crazy, or should it be "[...] if they're the last tile" at the bottom of this perk description?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 19/04/2026

My submission to the Comfy Jam: Spring 2026 is chaotic, wild, and tasty! ShellFire was made in GameMaker for Windows and supports your keyboard and your gaming controller! Play it here: zacdevdude.itch.io/shellfire #gamedev #indiedev #gamejam

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GLITCH @glitchprod.com · 12/04/2026

Hey all, Kevin here. Please read.

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 08/04/2026

Got a lovely little project in the works for the Comfy Jam 2026 hosted by B1T. Look at her go! #gamedev #gamejam #easter #gamemaker

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 12/11/2025

When my sleep-deprived brain said "defeated", what it meant was "completed"

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 11/11/2025

I have finally played and defeated Shadow of the Colossus, the PS4 version specifically. What stood out to me most was how empty the open world was compared to modern games. As a result, it feels so much larger and you're really given the chance to take in the awe-inspiring view!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/09/2025

Wait. Is "Chess is More" a Baba Is You reference?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/09/2025

My condolences. However, I am now intrigued. I always said r/AnarchyChess needed a game adaptation

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/09/2025

Any time the player has to make a choice, you need to communicate that through UI... I hadn't thought about it until now but I can't think of any part worse than pawn promotion. Aside from maybe the opposing AI as a whole. But... there's definitely some library out there for that already.

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 03/09/2025

Some days are weirder than others

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 07/08/2025

It's the last day of the rating period for #GMTKjam! If you haven't already, please give my game, LOCK TIME, a shot! And if it sucks, leave a comment with feedback! The community has been so engaging with feedback, it's been amazing! itch.io/jam/gmtk-202... #indiedev #gamedev #gamejam #gmtk

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Rate LOCK TIME by ZacDevDude for GMTK Game Jam 2025

How many past selves does it take to change a lightbulb?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 05/08/2025

Thank you to everyone who's played and rated LOCK TIME for the #GMTKjam so far! If you haven't given it a go, I might be a little biased but I think it's a pretty neat game! Pls? 🥺 itch.io/jam/gmtk-202... #gamedev #indiedev

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Rate LOCK TIME by ZacDevDude for GMTK Game Jam 2025

How many past selves does it take to change a lightbulb?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 04/08/2025

It's only been a few hours and my friends over at BungleDungleGaming have ALREADY recorded and uploaded some gameplay of LOCK TIME! There is nothing better than seeing someone enjoy something you made! Also, fanart?! 😱😱😱 #gamedev #indiedev youtu.be/1-8JIkoAcGI?...

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Lock Time - Indie Showcase - 1/7?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 03/08/2025

Some screenshots from LOCK TIME, my submission to the #GMTKjam 2025! zacdevdude.itch.io/lock-time #gamedev #indiedev #gamejam #GMTK

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manonox.bsky.social @manonox.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

Solevoin is out on the GMTK Game Jam 2025! @gamemakerstoolkit.com itch.io/jam/gmtk-202... A retro arena shooter inspired exorcism "simulator" Unholy things shall be banished by Divine Light™ Summon divine orbital lasers via loop-ish salt incantations on the ground Made with @godotengine.org

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./yemáko/badgames.zip @badgameszip.itch.io · 03/08/2025

go play and rate my game! I think it's really fun make sure to read the description first!

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Beatwave by ./yemáko/badgames.zip, GrayZone

COMPOSE YOUR BEAT. KILL THEM ALL.

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sprout/sam 🌱 @rootvegetableboy.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

Oh to be One of Ten Thousand Loop Games... had a really lovely time working on this, would mean the world to me if you played & rated! itch.io/jam/gmtk-202...

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Rate OUROBOROS by root vegetable boy for GMTK Game Jam 2025

a snake-like with the snake as the enemy.

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 03/08/2025

About 50% of my potential players probably drop off because I always make it a download...

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 03/08/2025

My submission to the #GMTKjam #GMTK #gamejam is LOCK TIME, a small puzzle platformer that I swear is different enough from Mind Over Magnet to be its own thing! I'm super proud of how this turned out as a solo dev over four days! #gamedev #indiedev zacdevdude.itch.io/lock-time

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LOCK TIME by ZacDevDude

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William Davis @willdavis.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Presenting the #indiegala2025 artwork! Thank you all so much for trusting us with your game characters. #indiegames #indiegamedev

A gathering of indie game characters posing for a selfie. Everyone dressed elegantly. Indie Gala 2025 banner behind them.

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 17/06/2025

This is awesome! Be sure to check out the devs behind all these wonderful characters!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 07/06/2025

I made a Lego MOC of Team Asobi's Astro Bot! You can find it with instructions on the Brickit app: brickit.app/ideas/338284 or on Rebrickable: rebrickable.com/mocs/MOC-220... I am still designing more! #lego #astrobot #brickheadz #MOC #legomoc #LEGOcreation #LEGOcustom

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/05/2025

It would be interesting if instead of relinquishing control, it's just a shift in gameplay and objectives. I'd love to see an MMO like that that's just an everlasting conflict between zombies and humans

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/05/2025

You know the procrastination has gotten bad when you open a social media platform you haven't used in weeks... Okay today will be different. I'm committing. Today, I will get stuff done!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/05/2025

Isn't that first thing... just an arcade machine?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 15/05/2025

Just thinking about this at a surface level... it might be a nice accessibility feature to quickly run through a tutorial again if you haven't played in years.

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BungleDungle_YT TheOnePhun211 @theonephun211.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

I can't believe i'm doing this, but= Please help us replace our gaming/art rig Me and my fiancée cannot afford to replace it This has also resulted in us not being able to continue multiple series on our channel Please. Share and Donate if you can. I'm sorry to ask. ko-fi.com/theonephun21...

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Support TheOnePhun211

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genericlakemonster.bsky.social @genericlakemonster.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

NEW TRAILER? NEW TRAILER!! We received some feedback that it was hard to get a sense of the game through the current cinematic trailer. So, we made another one! Check out Quarterstaff's new gameplay trailer now!!! #indiegame #pcgame

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BungleDungle_YT TheOnePhun211 @theonephun211.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Indie games and the devs behind them are the soul of Gaming in my eyes. There's alwaus a new concept, A charming take, A genuinely good game, Honestly it can go every which way. And I'm always excited for it! So of course im more than Happy to support Indie Devs! #indiegames #VTuber #PNGTuber

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BungleDungle_YT TheOnePhun211 @theonephun211.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

☢️ SURPRISE DUAL UPLOAD DAY ☢️ DI(V)E Under the Waves! An indie game where @howtobehayes.bsky.social and @missspelled.bsky.social are a part of its creation! I had alot of fun playing this one. And I ACTUALLY got startled! 🐟 #PNGTuber #VTuber #IndieGame www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLhC...

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HOSTILE FISHIES - DI(V)E Beneath The Waves - Full Game

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 03/05/2025

Not one of my games this time, but another Galactic Whiskers title was showcased by the awesome @theonephun211.bsky.social! Thank you so much for continuing to support the indie community! #indiedev youtu.be/wLhCp9QWv7I?...

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HOSTILE FISHIES - DI(V)E Beneath The Waves - Full Game

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 01/05/2025

@gamemaker.io has a physics system and it turns out... I have a little to learn about using it properly. Yes, the Taco Tides remake is going well, why do you ask? #gamedev #indiedev #thisismarketing #nyoom #dejavu

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 24/04/2025

Watch struggling game devs struggle at game dev on OnlyJams!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 24/04/2025

Kingdom Hearts 4 is gonna be wild

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 24/04/2025

Share the last four games you played and expose your gaming habit

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 20/04/2025

And let me know if you do stream it or something. I'll be happy to do my small part in supporting the stream!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 20/04/2025

Well... those were just indie games my friends and I were a part. Cheeky marketing 😋 Thanks for the shoutout!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 20/04/2025

Soon the thesis will be over! Soon I will be able to resume game dev! THE TACO SPICE MUST FLOW!

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Ben Taels @bentaels.taels.net · 19/04/2025

Games User Experience Research Tip: Rewards that are delayed (e.g. take a while to arrive or take a lot of actions to arrive) need more feedback and support to be communicated to a player E.f. levelling up takes a while to arrive, a XP bar provides the motivation and feedback that it is coming

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 17/04/2025

A member of the dev team for Bonsai Buddies drew all of us and I've never felt more seen 🥲

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 12/04/2025

The Last Of Us Season 2 premieres tomorrow! Very excited!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 10/04/2025

@rtgame.bsky.social We all know you're the Drift King, but... Can you river dance?

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 08/04/2025

And as you said, now that game development has become so incredibly accessible, all anyone needs is a laptop. Anyone can be an artist!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 08/04/2025

My pleasure! I assure you, I will see those same hours pass by as these songs keep me awake at night! For real though, I remember your Kel voice and it has forever shaped how I hear that character. It was so good!

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ZacDevDude @zackow264.itch.io · 08/04/2025

In the end, any form of interactive media can be a game, right? Book? Not a game. Choose-your-own-adventure book? A game! Song? Not a game. Guess the song? A game! Interactivity is the secret to perfection in art, let the consumer shape their experience!

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