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Guava Pixel Studios

@guavapixelstudios.bsky.social

Black woman owned indie game studio Wishlist The Afterlife Cafe on Steam! Play the Demo on Steam or Itch: bit.ly/m/GuavaPixelStudios

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 6d ago

The launch trailer for The Afterlife Cafe is finally out! youtu.be/ub3D6dLVERM #indiegame #gametrailer

The Afterlife Cafe - Official Launch Trailer

YouTube video by Guava Pixel Studios

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 2w ago

Hi everyone! I released my cozy, supernatural narrative game today! The Afterlife Cafe is a game that encourages reflection on life by exploring death. store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... guavapixelstudios.itch.io/the-afterlif... #indiegame #gamelaunch #visualnoval

The Afterlife Cafe on Steam

Travel to the world of the dead, whose stories encourage reflection on life. Chat with spirits, brew drinks to suit your mood, and bond with the people who run the afterlife cafes. In this urban sci-f...

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Black in Gaming Foundation @blackingaming.bsky.social · last mo.

Black in Gaming is partnering with #Dreamcon! We’ll be attending this year alongside 8 incredible dev teams, and we can’t wait for you to play their games, meet the creators, and support the future of gaming! ✨ 🗺️: George R. Brown Convention Center 🎮: Gaming Hall → Indie Gaming Center

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last mo.

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be attending Dream Con 2026 to showcase my game, The Afterlife Cafe. 🎮 Thank you to Black in Gaming for creating this opportunity. If you’ll be attending Dream Con, I’d love for you to stop by. @blackingaming.bsky.social @dreamconvention.bsky.social

SAmaryllis @samaryllis.bsky.social · 2mo ago

The Afterlife Cafe by @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social is an intriguing narrative game exploring the stories of people who've passed ☕💧🌆 I played the demo! youtu.be/oeDLIi1prV8?... #VideoGames

[LET'S PLAY] The Afterlife Cafe | DEMO | "Peeking Beyond the Veil"

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 2mo ago

The Afterlife Cafe has a launch date! The urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel that encourages reflection on life by exploring death will be live on July 24, 2026! #indiegame

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Exhibited The Afterlife Cafe at the largest anime convention in the midwest! Lucky to have made my first video game with an awesome group of women and non-binary folks. Big thanks to @chinniedraws.bsky.social @jolthound.bsky.social @kimikimi-more.bsky.social Shosh and Sonia!

Indie City Games @indiecitygames.org · 3mo ago

We're barely past day 2 and only 5 bucks away from hitting 85% of our goal, sending this into the streets in the hope of someone wants to throw five dollars at a bunch of crusty indie devs (less than a coffee or cheese of middling quality) www.kickstarter.com/projects/ind... #indiedev #chicago

A screencap showing a kickstarter meter at $8,495 out of a $10,000 goal

Folklore Games @folkloregames.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Sorry to announce that our talk with the Amazing @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social is postponed due to 1/2 of DevTalk being real sick. But! Pleased to announce that we'll have them next week! 🗓 Tuesday, May 12th 8 PM EST 👉https://twitch.tv/folkloregames #DevTalk #GameDevelopment #LiveStreaming

Folklore Games @folkloregames.bsky.social · 3mo ago

Join us next week on DevTalk as we reflect on life at the @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social Afterlife Cafe with Shosh, Kimi, and Ugochi! 🗓 Tuesday, May 5th ⏰ 8 PM EST 📍https://www.twitch.tv/folkloregames #DevTalk #GameDevelopment #LiveStreaming #TechCommunity #ContentCreation

THIRD WORLD PRODUCTIONS @thirdworldprod.bsky.social · 3mo ago

El primer humble bundle mexicano, se logro:

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The other day I learned my game had ended up on IGDB. So if you're working on a game, check igdb.com to see if your game is there. If it's not, add it. If it is, make any needed updates. You can even get free verification for expedited update approvals and a cool little blue check. #gamedev

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 4mo ago

I had a great time at C2E2. These showcases are always great for hearing directly from players. It's also really entertaining to watch the live reactions from people. This group was so into it! (The game is mirrored on the other side of the table.) I promise this picture was not staged 😝 #indiegame

2 gaming stations on a table covered in a tablecloth labeled 'Indie Game Showcase' and 'Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo C2E2'. A poster with 3 drawn characters above 'The Afterlife Cafe' and 'Wishlist Now on Steam.'

5 people in cosplay standing around a laptop with excited expressions. 1 person sitting across from them with headphones playing The Afterlife Cafe.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Hi! I'm Ugochi and this is #whatagamedevlookslike! I'm working on my first ever game at my very own studio. One of my biggest accomplishments has been winning 3rd place at the Indie Playground Audience Choice Award at DreamHack Atlanta last year. Here's to celebrating both the small and big wins!

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 5mo ago

I’m happy to announce that The Afterlife Cafe is part of the @wingsfund.me 2026 Women's Day Sale! Check out the new demo on Steam! The Afterlife Cafe is a cozy narrative game with branching storylines that encourages reflection on life by exploring death. #WomensDaySale #IndieGame #GameDev

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 6mo ago

Have you played The Afterlife Cafe Demo yet? guavapixelstudios.itch.io/afterlife-ca... Up now on itch. Demo will be on Steam soon: store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... Wishlist to get notified! #indiegame #gamerelease #gamedev

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 6mo ago

The Afterlife Cafe Demo, an urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel is out now! Check it out on itch.io. It will be available on Steam very soon. In this demo you can meet your coworkers, chat with one of the concierges, and learn about the former lives of some spirits. Link in bio. @gdocexpo.com

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 6mo ago

The Afterlife Cafe Demo launches tomorrow on itch.io and Steam* at 10am PT / 12pm CT 1pm ET! The game is a cozy, urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel about traveling to the afterlife. Wishlist on Steam to be notified as soon the release happens. * Steam release might be delayed a few days.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Guava Pixel Studios will have a booth in the Indie Playground for #DreamHack Atlanta 2025! The #gaming festival takes place Oct 31 to Nov 2. Come and check out my #indiegame: The Afterlife Cafe, a #visualnovel game. You can use my code "CAFE" for 15% off tickets. #DHAtlanta

DreamHack Atlanta Oct 31-Nov 2
Use code: "CAFE" for 15% off

Guava Pixel Studios presents The Afterlife Cafe.
Three concierges in business casual attire in front of a purple cloudy sky with lanterns.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 11mo ago

To celebrate #GDoCExpo2025, I'm releasing a brand new trailer for The Afterlife Cafe. It premieres on Wednesday, September 17 at 4:45PM PT / 6:45PM CT / 7:45PM ET. Check it out here: youtu.be/7OHVFN-KVpA I'm so excited for everyone to get to know these characters! #gametrailer #visualnovel

The Afterlife Cafe: A Visual Novel Game | Official Trailer #2

YouTube video by Guava Pixel Studios

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · 11mo ago

The Afterlife Cafe will be featured in the @gdocexpo.com Indie Games Showcase! The showcase premieres on September 16, 1PM PT / 3PM CT. Check it out here: gdoc.events/Direct2025 And Wishlist The Afterlife Cafe on Steam store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... #GDoCExpo2025 #indiegames #gamedev

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

Check out The Afterlife Cafe's first podcast mention. Listen to this episode of @pixelpizza.bsky.social to learn more about the amazing composer @kimikimi-more.bsky.social behind the music of the game! Apple Podcast: bit.ly/46gWU3h Wishlist the game! bit.ly/4444TiQ #gamedev #indiegame #composer

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

The Afterlife Cafe is coming this Fall! Wishlist the game now! store.steampowered.com/app/3763730/... Game cover credits: Character concept art and design by: @jolthound.bsky.social Key art composition and design by: www.linkedin.com/in/twalkerart #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #gaming

The Afterlife Cafe on Steam

In a city split between life and afterlife, chat with spirits, brew drinks to suit your mood, and bond with the people who run the cafes that connect both worlds. In this urban sci-fi fantasy visual n...

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Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

More behind-the-scenes art from my game. Name: Monique Pronouns: she/her Age: 36 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a Black woman with short curly locs. She has a coral cane in her right hand. She’s wearing a green top and plaid pants.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

Our third main character is here! Name: Leilani (for now) Pronouns: she/her Age: 60 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a woman with long grey and white hair in a high ponytail. She has both hands on her hips. She’s wearing a red vest and a skull cup pin.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

Another character reveal! Name: Takumi Pronouns: he/him Age: 20 Art by @jolthound.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gameart #visualnovel #conceptart #conceptartist

A drawing of a Japanese man with short straight black hair wearing glasses. He has one hand in his pocket. He’s wearing a green vest and a skull cup pin.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

What? The cafe lobby is evolving! What stands out to you in this image? Art by @chinniedraws.bsky.social Sign up for my mailing list! bit.ly/guava-newsle... #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart #gamedesign

A cafe lobby sketch. Everything is colored blue with a few yellow spotlights on the cafe menu. Butterflies fly around an unlit lantern. There is a display cafe with pastries inside. Several cups in the background and a coffee making machine. A counter with a book and feather pen on top. There is a door behind the counter and a staircase leading upstairs with butterflies leading the way.

Updated line art of a cafe lobby featuring various elements. There is a display case with pastries, a large window with the flowers around it, and several cups and coffee making supplies. There is a counter with a book and feather pen on top as well as a door behind the counter and a staircase leading upstairs.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

And now...to introduce character concept art for the game! Name: ??? Pronouns: he/they Age: 32 What should his name should be? Make sure you sign up for my mailing list: bit.ly/guava-newsle... Concept Art by @jolthound.bsky.social #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

A drawing of a masc presenting person with shoulder length brown hair and brown skin. He’s wearing a blue vest and a skull cup pin.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

These machines let you take a short trip to the afterlife. Would you use them? 1: First design 2: Looking more organic 3: See slide 2 4: Opening no longer looks like a mouth Sign up for my newsletter: bit.ly/guava-newsletter #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart #scifi #videogames

An oblong shaped human-sized pod in a dark room. Plants decorate the wall and yellow butterflies float around.

An updated oblong shaped human-sized pod that looks more organic. An open and closed pod version.

‘Aaahh!!! Real Monsters’ cartoon main characters

Final pod version with a thinner lining of the opening of the pod to look less like a mouth.

Guava Pixel Studios @guavapixelstudios.bsky.social · last yr.

First look at the game! Here is an early concept sketch done by one of the artists. #gamedev #gamedevelopment #visualnovel #conceptart

The image contains the service counter of a cafe, pastries, a hand washing station, coffee bags on the desk, and 3 menus hung on the wall. Also pictured are several lights and 2 chairs by the cafe window, a staircase, and 2 closed doors behind the counter. On the second level, a bike frame is pictured.