Ian Caisley
@iancaisley.bsky.social
Indie game dev and designer (game and graphic). Check out my current project, Shimmershoal, a retro-style cozy RPG: https://iancaisley.itch.io/shimmershoal Other places I do things: trippingwhale.com caisley.design
Playing Elden Ring for the first time (also my first from soft game) is like looking into the DNA of so many games over the past decade. I knew these games were influential, but wow... The influences are everywhere. #gaming #darksouls #soulslike #gamedev #gamedesign
Here's a piece of game literacy I have (but don't remember how I learned): You don't know how much fire and lava will hurt until you try them, and that amount could be from 0 to infinity damage. #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames
Ian Caisley@iancaisley.bsky.social · 10mo agoWatching my wife, a non-gamer, play Shimmershoal (my game) is a fascinating experience. It makes me realize how much "literacy" is needed in gaming to understand basic elements of each genre. #gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg
Watching my wife, a non-gamer, play Shimmershoal (my game) is a fascinating experience. It makes me realize how much "literacy" is needed in gaming to understand basic elements of each genre. #gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg
#pixelart #solodev #gamedev #indiegame #indiegamedev #desert #metroidvania #indiedev #blood&flames Here my current progress on the shimmering plains art The idea is that the heat form these large shards of glass in the sand which produces those beams of light that can be seen all over the region.
...And done. Once again colored pencils on black paper, this time also with some silver and gold ink. A3, probably around 20-25 hours. #art #fantasyart #space #leopard #traditionalart #drawing
New enemy just dropped! (You will hate them) What do you think they do? Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg
I died while testing my game, Shimmershoal. This taught me I forgot to add auto saves for the past... while. Ouch 😅 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #bugs #gametesting #behindthescenes
Shimmershoal now has game pad support! I was worried it might hard to implement in the engine I'm using, but it was pretty painless. 😀 Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg
Shimmershoal: A Cozy Island Adventure on Steam
Explore a tropical island paradise in this cozy JRPG. Battle crafty critters, solve puzzles, and learn ancient abilities to uncover the archipelago's many secrets. Adventure as apprentice Lani, and he...
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Final Profit's on sale! 🍎 My opinion doesn't mean much. So instead, excerpts from recent reviews: "One of the best games I have ever played Period." "Went into this with no expectations and was blown away." "My addiction was real." store.steampowered.com/app/1705140/... 🎮 #indiegames #shopsim
Save 40% on Final Profit: A Shop RPG on Steam
FINAL PROFIT is a story driven shop-sim RPG. Gather products and find customers. Spend your hard-earned profits on upgrades and investments. Make far-reaching choices as you expand your business. And ...
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Very gratifying experience today watching an old friend really enjoy playing Shimmershoal. Can't wait for more people to see what I've been cooking. 🌴 Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday
There are still 59 spots left, everybody! All #GameDevs are welcome no matter your skill level or specialty! #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames #Python #3DArtists #PixelArtists #GameMaker #C+ #Coding
I'm not sure how visible these are without digging, so if you're looking for indies to follow and support, check below 🙌🏻 Indie Studios: go.bsky.app/EbnyA2d Solo Indies: go.bsky.app/46HSs4C
Matt@becausebecause.bsky.social · 12mo agoIf you check out @kanaratron.bsky.social 's starter packs he has a couple there for you to check out! ☺️
It is time! If you are involved with #GameDev, this pack is for you! The last one filled up in just over 48 hours, so get your spot while it's hot! #GameDev #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames #Python #3DArtists #PixelArtists
#indiegamedev #pixelart #solodev #bandit #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #bossbattle #shotgun #giant My games feature a large number of bosses with all kinds of wacky concepts and movesets. Irredeamable features both bombastic chapter bosses and rival bosses that get stronger with each fight.
If you were a pineapple item in a #jrpg, what would you do? #gamedev #cozygames
Welcome all you beginners & pros, coders & artists, composers & promoters! 🙋♂️ Ask to be included in this pack and I will add you. A "👍" on your request comment means you're in! #GameDev #SoloDev #IndieDev #GameAudio #GameArt #GameDesign #Godot #UnrealEngine #Unity #Blender #Gaming #IndieGames
We just filled up half the pack! If you’re a indie dev and want to join the pack, we welcome you with open arms! All these devs are really cool, so please make sure to check them out as well! ✨♥️ #gamedev #indiegamedev #videogame #bluesky #solodev #indiegame #sologamedev #starterpack
Kloscur@kloscur.bsky.social · last yr.If you aren’t part of the previous starter packs, feel free to leave a comment and join the wonderful gamedev community starter pack here! 😄✨ (I’ll like your comment once you’ve been added!) 👍 Latest pack (4th): go.bsky.app/NLKVhoK #gamedev #indiegame #indiegamedev #videogame #Bluesky
Meet the Monsters of the South Shore! Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygame #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday #lore #worldbuilding #monsters
One shader can make a difference. Quick lava effect vs final lava shader after a bit of experimentation to see what works with the scene. If you like what you see wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3727480/... #gamedev #art #shader #techart #indiedev #puzzlegame #gameart #cartoon
I worked with a colorblind friend to improve the #accessibility of this puzzle. Waaaay better! The lesson is you should avoid be using color alone to signify a state change. Wishlist Shimmershoal: s.team/a/3637900 #gamedev #solodev #indiedev #indiegames #cozygames #jrpg #screenshotsaturday
Steam curator list focused on improving visibility for #RPGMaker devs! It's a great thing to support a small dev scene so go show it some love. 😄 store.steampowered.com/curator/4569... #gamedev #indiedev #solodev #indiegames #jrpg
Steam Curator: RPGMaker Kino
RPGmaker games I think other people should check out. This page is solely to help create visibility for RPGMaker games as I feel Steam does not do a very good job of making them visible.
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Support a #solodev! They just released their awesome new visual novel and it's really well written. Check it out. 😄
AwesomeTrinket | Wishlist A Case of Missing Identity!@awesometrinket.bsky.social · last yr.GET IN THE CAR RIGHT NOW!!!!! Veins Like Tapeworms has OFFICIALLY RELEASED!!!!!!!!! You can buy it right now for a launch discount of 10% off!!!! store.steampowered.com/app/3106780/... #RPGMaker #visualnovel #VeinsLikeTapeworms #gamedev #horror #horrorVN #RPGMAKERHORROR
Found a moment tonight to break my #gamedev hiatus, and tinkered with player speed in response to feedback. It's feeling better I think. Move speed is so important for the pace of your game, and it's a vibe check. Feels are everything! #solodev #indiedev #jrpg #gamedesign #cozygame #indiegames
Do action elements improve turn based combat in JRPGs? (E.g. Paper Mario, Clair Obscur) Comment your thoughts! #gamedev #gamedesign #rpg #jrpg #gaming #indiegames #discussion
It’s #screenshotsaturday if you are an #indiedev show me the #indiegame you are working on right now!!! 👁️👁️
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(1/3) Am I crazy? First bullet of 3.1.1 in the #Apple app store guidelines appears to imply that unlocking things through gameplay isn't allowed (unlocking "features and content" must use in-app purchases): developer.apple.com/app-store/re... #appstore #mobilegames #mobile #ios #gamedev #indiedev
