This RPG’s magic system is unlike anything in gaming #gaming #rpg #indiegame #nintendo #nintendoswitch
Nik Hagialas
@nikhagialas.bsky.social
Game Dev / Concept Artist / Illustrator Owner of Red Essence Games, currently working on Traveler’s Refrain (demo available now!)
I interviewed @nikhagialas.bsky.social, co-founder of @redessencegames.bsky.social, about his studios's latest, ARPG Traveler's Refrain. Thank you @join-indie-io.bsky.social! #Indiegames #PCgaming #Steam #ARPG 🎮 Read it on @thegeeklygrind.bsky.social -- www.thegeeklygrind.com/archives/int...
Interview with Nik Hagialas of Red Essence Games — The Geekly Grind
Red Essence Games co-founder Nik Hagialas talks to us about his studio’s latest title, ARPG Traveler’s Refrain.
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So, @redessencegames.bsky.social and specifically @nikhagialas.bsky.social and Arman are lovely. Before Traveler's Refrain, they were working under the title Mask of Semblance. We met them several years ago on the floor at #PAXEast and took them out for a drink after the show. So happy to see this!
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · 2y agoTraveler’s Refrain is OUT NOW on Steam Defy The Fates and Song-Cast your way through this Hand-Painted Action RPG Play Now! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
LOOKING FOR STREAMERS / CREATORS 🔥 🎵 If you’re into artsy Action RPGs with a cool story, let me know if you’d be interested in checking out Traveler’s Refrain! We’re sharing keys & looking to collab. Drop a reply or DM if you’re interested (Or tag someone who might be) TY! 🙌 #indiegame #rpg
Come join us for a paintover critique stream later today! Submit your work in my Discord - Discord.gg/artbroz #paintover #artcritique #artistsofinstagram #digitalpainting #illustration #conceptart
Some designs for a mobile game character that went unused. Was still a fun project and really enjoyed painting in this style! #mobilegameart #characterdesign #characterconceptart
Now is a good time to pick up my game! Go do it and lemme know what you think!
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · last yr.2 Days Left… Traveler’s Refrain is on Steam for 10% off for a couple more days. Thank you to everyone who has played it so far! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gaming #gamedev #rpg
Another really fun character I worked on for the upcoming TTRPG, Teryon! #fantasyart #illustration #characterart #characterdesign
I think these guys were my favorite race to design for Teryon - the Lucians! There’s nothing better than painting swirly magic #characterdesign #characterart #ttrpg #fantasyart #illustration
Urudin (Elf) character illustration for an upcoming TTRPG, Teryon! Had a really fun time working with the director to figure out the style and proportions of the characters. #elfart #ttrpg #fantasyart #illustration
Our team got together to discuss some of the most fun parts of game development! Check out Traveler’s Refrain on Steam now! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming
I animated this entire intro cutscene myself! I’m pretty happy with how it turned out :)
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · last yr.Check out the intro cutscene of Traveler’s Refrain Play now on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg #2danimation #animation
We saw @essenger.bsky.social , our lead voice actor, perform last night! Ever since my wife and I first saw him perform back in 2022, we were blown away by his music and his presence on stage — I couldn’t believe he could get up there by himself and do what he did in front of a crowd. 🧵
Talking about getting my little buddy into the game 🐱
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · last yr.I wanted to honor my Cat Oscar This little guy was with me every step of the way during development on Traveler’s Refrain, and sadly he passed away last year. I wanted to honor him by getting him in the game. I miss him but I hope you can enjoy a piece of him! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #cats
This was a STUPID thing I did in our game… Play Traveler’s Refrain NOW on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
We just launched our first indie game this past weekend! If you haven’t picked it up yet, go check out Traveler’s Refrain on Steam! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
Found our first website review! “Traveler’s Refrain” is a memorable and moving experience. It’s a game that demonstrates the power of video games as a medium for artistic expression, and it’s a must-play for those seeking a narrative-driven action-RPG with a unique and captivating atmosphere.
Had the amazing opportunity to be interviewed on Tyler Edlin’s channel about the art of Traveler’s Refrain! youtu.be/n5Bem5CVxpU?... Been following his YouTube channel for over a decade so would mean a lot if you checked out the video!
Taking Control: Turning Ideas Into Real Opportunities
YouTube video by Tyler Edlin
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My game is OUT NOW on Steam! After 5 years of development and 1000s of frames later, Traveler’s Refrain is finally available to play! 🔥 🎵 🔥 Hope you enjoy the characters I’ve designed and the world we built! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gaming #2danimation
We poured our souls into this story 🎵 Traveler’s Refrain is out on Steam! Go play!🔥 #indiegame #gaming #rpg #indiedev
Two of our voice actors just happened to be performing together tonight!!! Crazy! Also - go check out their insanely good music!
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · last yr.The best voice actors in gaming @Echos & @essenger.bsky.social 🎵 Traveler’s Refrain is out on Steam today! Go play! 🔥 #indiegame #gaming #rpg
After 5 years of development, our game, Traveler’s Refrain, is out now! Please check it out on Steam and write us a review :)
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · 2y agoTraveler’s Refrain is OUT NOW on Steam Defy The Fates and Song-Cast your way through this Hand-Painted Action RPG Play Now! store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/... #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
🔊⬆️When I first saw @essenger.bsky.social perform live, I knew we needed to cast him as our main voice actor -Nik Listen to the end to hear a little teaser… and Wishlist Traveler’s Refrain on Steam - launching on April 11th! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
Some of my inspiration for developing Traveler’s Refrain! #finalfantasyvii #zelda #nierautomata
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · 2y agoWhat does our game remind you of? I’ll let you know if I’ve played it! If you like any of my inspirations, I think you’ll dig Traveler’s Refrain! Please Wishlist on Steam so you can be notified of its launch on April 11th! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
Our game comes out in 3 days! Send help… or wishlists 😬 #indiegame #gaming #gamedev
We loved building the dungeons in our game If Traveler’s Refrain looks cool to you, please Wishlist on Steam so you can be notified of its launch on April 11th! #indiegame #gamedev #gaming #rpg
I’ve always loved Andy’s vocals so it was a really great opportunity to have worked with him on the game. It was really cool hearing how he approached this character’s voice!
Red Essence Games@redessencegames.bsky.social · 2y agoWe wanted to spotlight one of our amazing voice actors — @AndyCizek! Go check out his amazing vocals in the numerous bands he’s in, and don’t forget to wishlist Traveler’s Refrain so you can get notified of its launch on April 11th! #indiegame #gaming #gamedev