Jonny
@darthmalks.bsky.social
breaking down internet apathy by rooting joy in games ❤︎ podcast: https://indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/ youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@indiegamegarden email: indiegamegarden@gmail.com twine game: https://darthmalks.itch.io/harley-bleak
The way @grahamsmith.bsky.social writes for @jank.cool makes me love waking up on Saturdays: www.jank.cool/what-you-cou... Plus, @badgerpunch.com gets a shoutout here, and that makes it all the more compelling.
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Congrats on the release, @badgerpunch.com!!! Can’t wait to dive into your beautiful retro dungeon store.steampowered.com/app/3674680/...
Save 20% on Roguecraft DX on Steam
Roguecraft DX is a turn-based roguelike set in a Lovecraftian dungeon that rebuilds itself every run. Fight tentacled horrors and scary chickens, and free a caged badger who'll fetch loot for you. Com...
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I had the absolute pleasure of getting to talk to one of my indie game heroes this week! @mikebithell.bsky.social joins me on the pod to talk about Vampirium: 1997 🧛♂️ @bithellgames.bsky.social’s newest immersive sim audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/30 youtube: youtu.be/AF_hxip65-g?...
indie game garden | 30 - Mike Bithell of Bithell Games, maker of the upcoming Vampirium: 1997
Mike Bithell is an independent gamemaking titan who I am absolutely honored to get to talk to today. In 2010, he created the prototype for his breakout game, Thomas Was Alone, which saw a commercia...
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This week on Indie Game Garden, I had the pleasure of interviewing @dodoot.bsky.social who, along with partner @blibloop.bsky.social, makes some of the most beguiling small, nature-focused games you’ll ever see. Such an honor! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/33 yt: youtu.be/OJq2surt3ME?...
indie game garden | 29 - Doot of Froggy’s Battle, Minami Lane, Kabuto Park, and Milki Delivery
Doot is an indie game dev working on small cute games. He and his partner Blibloop are the developers behind Froggy’s Battle, Minami Lane, Kabuto Park, and the upcoming Milki Delivery, in addition ...
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Just read this in one of my law textbooks (of all places): “Genres are not mere static forms but rather dynamic social actions that are shaped by specific contexts and purposes.” Love thinking about how this applies to video games. Video game genres as social actions! Joy!
Another episode of your favorite #IndieGameDev podcast has dropped.
Jonny@darthmalks.bsky.social · 3w agoThis week on Indie Game Garden, I interviewed Timothy Staton-Davis of @mgamekitchen.bsky.social — such an important conversation on community, equity, and culture in video games. One I won’t be forgetting! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm yt: youtu.be/bkX8WuPVnP8?...
This week on Indie Game Garden, I interviewed Timothy Staton-Davis of @mgamekitchen.bsky.social — such an important conversation on community, equity, and culture in video games. One I won’t be forgetting! audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm yt: youtu.be/bkX8WuPVnP8?...
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breaking down internet apathy by rooting joy in games – interviews with devs and more ❤︎ available on your podcatcher of choice and here: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm
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September 10th is coming up fast! We’re putting the final touches on the game and can’t wait for you to play it. Wishlist Roguecraft DX here: Steam: thalamus.link/roguecraft GoG: www.gog.com/en/game/roguecraft_dx #screenshotsaturday #rogue
This was such a chill, cozy interview. And I talked about an early game I was developing that I’ve never spoken about before!
Jonny@darthmalks.bsky.social · 4w agoToday on Indie Game Garden, I got to fulfill a dream by having @grundislav.games on the show. A hero of mine, Francisco came up in Adventure Game Studio in the early 2000s. He did indie before indie was even a thing. Don’t miss it! yt: youtu.be/kVxN9A2QKHU?... audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm
Today on Indie Game Garden, I got to fulfill a dream by having @grundislav.games on the show. A hero of mine, Francisco came up in Adventure Game Studio in the early 2000s. He did indie before indie was even a thing. Don’t miss it! yt: youtu.be/kVxN9A2QKHU?... audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm
27 - Francisco González of Rosewater, Ben Jordan: Paranormal Investigator, and everything in betw...
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The latest gazette! thecrimsondiamond.com/CrimsonGazette95.html It's the 2nd year anniversary of The Crimson Diamond! It's 30% off! Deepest discount ever! store.steampowered.com/app/1098770/The_Crimson_Diamond/ Commemorative game manual pre-order open! juliaminamata.bigcartel.com/ And more!
sorry to the haters but the CORRECT order to play the series is A Short Hike Big Walk Marathon
Thanks so much for the lovely chat, Jonny!
Jonny@darthmalks.bsky.social · last mo.The indomitable @juliaminamata.bsky.social joins me on Indie Game Garden today to discuss adventure games, video game community, and her brilliant game The Crimson Diamond. One of my favorite interviews so far. Julia’s a gem! Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm YouTube: youtu.be/j6h23vXLhMs?...
The indomitable @juliaminamata.bsky.social joins me on Indie Game Garden today to discuss adventure games, video game community, and her brilliant game The Crimson Diamond. One of my favorite interviews so far. Julia’s a gem! Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm YouTube: youtu.be/j6h23vXLhMs?...
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breaking down internet apathy by rooting joy in games – interviews with devs and more ❤︎ available on your podcatcher of choice and here: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm
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More like Ody-seat hurts my back because the movie is 3 hours long and I’m old
*nintendo direct announcer voice* looks like you weren't expecting such a hungry girl!
May !! 🏳️⚧️@mayburi.bsky.social · last mo.this screenshot kills me sm it looks like shes got an xxl pizza in front of her
@stephenhilger.bsky.social I’ve been in a bold mood today, and I’m asking all my video game heroes to play games with me. Tryna hop into Big Walk together? Otherwise, would you want to join me on my little podcast, Indie Game Garden, to talk about your ongoing visual novel project?
@plante.bsky.social srry 4 replying to all your posts today, but couldn’t help it. in a sudden burst of courage, i must ask…if i download marathon sometime soon—would you be my maramentor? would be a dream come true to be guided through by the og who helped me get back into games…
@sfbdim.bsky.social @sfbtom.bsky.social any chance y'all would want to do a duo brother interview on my podcast, Indie Game Garden? Would be an honor to have ya.
It was an honor to have @bergberggames.bsky.social on the podcast. I adore his games. Hearing about his design philosophy and outlook on life brightened my day, and I hope it does the same for you. Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm/25 YouTube: youtu.be/FSGUiH3S-YY?...
indie game garden | 25 - Lage Bergman of Chesto: A Chess-Like Adventure
Lage Bergman is the solo game developer behind Chesto: A Chess-Like Adventure. Heavily inspired by the Professor Layton DS games, Chesto allows players to explore a cozy town and challenge its resi...
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Wendy always knows how to encapsulate my lived experience in words
Wendy N. Wagner 🎃@wnwagner.bsky.social · last mo.I have a ton of work to do. Obviously, this means I'm researching bird baths.
@juliebjornskov.bsky.social I adore your new demo. Any chance you’d have an interest in joining me on Indie Game Garden for an interview about your game?
In 10 minutes, Escape the Baby Alarm goes live as part of Six One Indie Demo Days on Steam ✨ @sixoneindie.com
Here comes another sale! One Rotten Oath is now 35% off until 12 August. Check it out here: store.steampowered.com/app/3902710/...
I got invited to Indie Game Garden podcast hosted by @darthmalks.bsky.social. I'm glad we got to chat. Of course, it's always super scary to talk in English for two hours, but I hope you'll enjoy my hot takes. Don't forget to follow Indie Game Garden! :D
Jonny@darthmalks.bsky.social · 2mo agoThis week on Indie Game Garden, I speak with @piotrbunkowski.bsky.social about games as art, music, and the power of creativity in a fickle world. It’s such a great conversation, and it’s an honor to share it with you. Audio: indiegamegarden.transistor.fm YouTube: youtu.be/7XRDL7Vz1Kk?...
