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Stanislav

@pupetone.bsky.social

Вітаю. I'm a hobbyist game developer from Ukraine. Developer of Voyi. Have a good luck and a great day! Our reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Voyi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stasgorovii/profilecard/?igsh=OWh2cm9lOWVya28=

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Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 15h ago

Vitayu! The 5th batch of images for Voyi OST. More small stories below in alternative texts. I don't know if you like them, but we are already half way through. I hope you enjoy and have a great day! #pixelart #indiedev

The Machine trundles and We follow. Howl's Castle. I love it, I love the concept, I love the mystical walking machine. The melody is a wanders tale. A report on sights seen on their way. It is mostly routine, boring, but there is the adventure.

City. I cannot explain why, but I reminds me of multiple things at once. Trains, hipppodrome and Misto (City) by Pidmohylny. I have no explanation why. I also learned with this piece that I have no idea how to draw horses.

Fear - the cradle of Bravery. Some of the people are fearless, yet they are not brave. We call people brave if they overcome their fears. The presence of fear is the cradle of bravery. This song is a nice medium of the idea and I've tried to reinforce it with an art.

Tale. By the time this art was in the oven, we came up with a story line for the future, but we lacked foundations. After days of documentation and sketching we got something. Story needs a promise, a tale. Something happened before, that lead to current situation. It is going to be a very ambitious adventure and it will take unapologetic amount of time and effort, but we want to deliver a tale. Before you and for you to tell.

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 3d ago

Vitayu! The 4th batch of arts for Voyi soundtrack are here. Small stories are per image in alternative texts. Enjoy and have a great day! #pixelart #indiedev

Traitor. The beginning of the track as soothing, what I cannot say later as it goes. Tragedy hit, what kind of tragedy? Betrayal. By the way, while drawing, there was no name for the track (as for the most). At a time, I learned that "werewolf" also translates in Ukrainian as "traitor". I was smug (and I still AM), as the drawing depth and its name brought so many more cool concepts to consider and refine for the future.

Years. Another year goes. Winter goes, Spring, and finally here is Summer, with all the berries and warmth (and insects ): ). Well, at least it was, before we were put in the fire of ecological meltdown in recent years.

Radiance. Victorious and peaceful. There wasn't much of decision making, while creating this cover. I just finished documenting all global factions for the game, so bringing all 3 of them visually was an experiment.

Three sisters. Чайка(Chayka) - Seagull, Кріс(Kris) - Flintlock rifle, Шабля(Shablya) - Sabre. The melody has an epic tone as it is telling a ballade. Imagine years long sea travels against waves and storms. Well, I imagined them while drawing. Cossacks naval campaigns and following legends and literature, like "Eneida" by Kotlyarevsky, are inspirations for this piece. P.S. Chayka is also a small boat commonly being used by cossacks.

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 4d ago

Vitayu! The 3rd batch of arts for Voyi OST is incoming. More descriptions and stories are in the alternative texts per image. I hope you have a great day! #pixelart #indiedev

Devotion to passion. Calm and methodical. I would say it also feels grand. Like when looking at the mountain or an old fort, church, etc. Seeing such thing right in front of you with its scars (or even being operational after all that time) is something deserving a praise. Somebody passionate enough, made it possible for you to see it. I thought a giant surrounded by a friendly community would fit nicely.

In a memory of forgotten. Another sad track. Something is missing. What if someone is missing? Is it fixable? Doesn't seem so. Will they be remembered? Hopefully. But what if you are the one responsible? If you have any sense of guilt, you most likely will.

Joy. It reminds me of the fields in villages. Visiting your grandparents as a child. Maybe local wildlife (mostly insects) were horrifying, but there is always some cool flora or a snack, lol. why not be joyful?

Training. As I am bad with math and as a result I realized that I am missing 1 more cover art at the end, this was done as the last one. Similar to "Devotion to passion" it is methodical, but it feels more pushy. Like something is actively being done. If to bring allegories, if DtP is like seeing a castle, this one sounded like you see it being actively used and people living in there. And that may be a weird chain of thoughts, but I would imagine people either doing maintenance, paperwork or training here. So I drew 2 people actively training in a sparring.

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 6d ago

Vitayu! Posting the 2nd batch of arts for Voyi soundtrack. More details in alternative texts per image. Thanks for the attention. And again, have a great day! #pixelart #indiedev

Heated calculations. Arguing with somebody often feels like a fight. I know it is better when it's "cold", tactic. Yet there is something satisfying, when a heated debate ends with results and compassion. It's not really about who is "winning", it's about the understanding. Two scholars arguing about the past of this fictional world and slowly uncovering it, seems appropriate.

Slava (Glory or Blessing). The melody reminded me of songs and legends about cossacks and heroes looking for glory or blessing in their misadventures. I didn't really succeed in a depiction, but 3 characters in the focus are supposed to be the same person. Alive, Dying and Dead. Like in those songs, they either bring back the glory to their home, or bring it with legends following their grave. Дім (Home) - Домовина (Grave, mirrored in the picture).

Time & Proficiency. This was a weird one. If I recall it properly, I wasn't even sober while drawing it. The track had a vibe of ongoing flow of the time. Yet it also sounded, like some sort of practice/training music. A lengthy adventure. Depiction of chumak was likely chosen, because they could both experience or see similar events. At least I imagine tho.

Vile & Hostile. Vile, threatening and hostile forces. Sound of alien and invasive, but I would push that feeling as a byproduct of initial hostility. I depicted a reaction to such forces, with a character inspired in a way by Duchess Olga. Yet more protective instead of vengeful.

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 7d ago

Vitayu! As promised, I will post small batches (4 imgs per batch) of arts for Voyi soundtrack, with small stories attached to them in alternative text (like, why not - more fun lol). Thanks for attention. Have a great day! #pixelart #indiedev

Voyi. The first ever created cover. Around that time I was introduced to pyrography (wood burning). I had previous experience in woodcarving (I am not good at it, lol) and that moment something clicked. I've imitated wood arts in my 2nd favorite art medium - pixel art.
ith this piece I wanted to capture the feeling of something beginning. Capture the core design idea of game — strength in diversity.

Danger. Kind of the 1st combat track to be introduced. Sort of? It was more on a threatening side than "flight or fight" response calling one. Tactical in a way. What can be a threat? Who has to encounter it and yet to stay calm, even a bit pushy? The was no "lore" or "story" (if it happens, it will take a while anyway) so I cannot recall more than that in my decision making process.

Herald. sounds from it reminded me of running around horses. I was sketching other possible characters for the game and at a time it was a centaur like creature. And I imagine one of these are perfect for their job of logistics/postal units - heralds.

Lost. It was the 3rd track created. This one is kind of depressing. Other team members said it sounds like a funeral, a loss. Pretty fitting for something to play as you lose the game. A character representing an undead, who accidentally got back to life to be lost again fitted well to be on a cover.

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · last wk.

Vitayu! A bit late, but better than never. Soundtrack is here: youtu.be/KdHXP5FixJ4 #soundtrack #indiedev #pixelart

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Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 2w ago

Ah, yes. As usual... Thank you, OpenShot video editor. P.S. In the past 5 days, I have been finishing the album covers for the soundtrack and making a video compilation. So hopefully, by tomorrow, here will be nice music and arts to share. #indiedev #videoediting

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 3w ago

Vitayu! The netcode is still the epitome of tedium and pain. While I am working on it, our composer has made a new soundtrack. Original Voyi theme, but instrumental version of it. New soundtrack: youtu.be/bcZloOvNMro Have a great day! #pixelart #indiegamedev #soundtrack

Voyi OST - Voyi (Instrumental Version)

YouTube video by PupetOne

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Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 2mo ago

A new wallpaper. Tried to make a banner originally, but I probably should've checked resolutions beforehand... #art #pixelart #gameart

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Vitayu! A new post in a long time. Today, I am sharing a small set of drawings I've made. The armoured Baseliner from Voyi. #gameart #art #lineart

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 7mo ago

Vitayu and... Merry Christmas! I want to share a new recent sketch and art for the game's OST. I hope you'll enjoy and have nice holidays! on.soundcloud.com/iPuIN2psEv6M... #pixelart #indiegamedev #soundtrack

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! No news on the development of Voyi. (Oh God, I wish there were) I had some free time for some sketches. Related to the game or not, I hope you'll enjoy 'em. Contents: 1. I miss 2. Worn wattled golem 3. Cossack and his golem (for size comp) 4. Exogolem (Armour support) #art #sketches

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! The final of small posts on armour for Voyi. Finishing with icons of Light/Medium/Heavy armour for Golem. With this (icons and armour sprites I didn't show yet) I am going back into the darkness of coding and networking. So I wish you luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev #pixelart

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! Another small drop of news on Voyi. This time with Light/Medium/Heavy armour icons for Annoyance! Fun fact: I hate this character so much, as I've managed to make them upstanding to their name. Like it is what I wanted, but it is indeed annoying in so many ways. #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! Small post on Voyi armoury. This time Light, Medium, Heavy armours for Scout! On other fronts, sadly not much presentable progress. So, I wish you good luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev #pixelart

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! Small post on Voyi. As what I am working on is pretty boring (so I don't really know when actual post will be), I decided to share some icons in work. For Light, Medium and heavy armours for the Baseliner. I wish you good luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev #pixelart

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Vitayu! News on Voyi. Currently, I am working on game modes and design documentation. Also, just released the first video in a new format. I wanted to do such experiment for a while, but couldn't really. www.youtube.com/watch?v=x1DU... I hope you will enjoy! Good luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Voyi - Intro

YouTube video by PupetOne

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Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Vitayu! Out of context post on Voyi. Spi-I-i-I-i-I-i-I-i-I-in #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Vitayu! New devlog on Voyi. Generally, worked on polishing and bugfixes (alot). Made clear damage indication and custom death logic. Currently, working on basic gamemodes, what they gonna be and gameloop. I wish you good luck! Enjoy screenshots&memes from our OST composer! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Vitayu! Update on Voyi and devlogs. Work on the UI and Health is going fine, also added a new intro! More details are in the comment section. +I am working on my devlogs format. I want to start making YouTube videos as I'll have more freedom, but will it be fine with you? #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Vitayu! Tomorrow will be a devlog (I mean, it is today already, not tomorrow). Made a custom splash screen for Voyi. See you after a short nap and good luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Vitayu SO, I am back, at least I hope. Studies got me a bit too strong for this month. I had no time or power to properly work on the game, after a daily cycle of "wake up -> 12 hours of work -> sleep". Enjoy your time! Soundtrack: soundcloud.com/k3y9lgvztd0o... #gamedev #indiegamedev #soundtrack

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Vitayu! Post sickness news on Voyi development. I believe this is the last page on a chapter of basic AI development. Had to rework Combat AI a bit, but it is more flexible than what it was once, allowing complex hierarchies between arms. Good luck and stay healthy! :P #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Vitayu! Development news on Voyi. It seems that I need a bit more time to finish basic AI. Yet, Patroling and Wandering options were added. Also improved bots navigation so they do less friendly fire and act more tactical. F.e. surround their target. See you next time! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Vitayu! A bonus beside development news of Voyi. Uploaded another piece of sountrack, while was working on the game: soundcloud.com/k3y9lgvztd0o... This Sunday there should be an actual devlog. By then I wish you a good luck and have a great day! #gamedev #indiegamedev #music #SoundCloud

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Vitayu! News on Voyi development. This time, I've worked primarly, on AI. I want to add more lobby settings, add 2 more possible behaviors and adress some AI shortsights. However, as I don't have much to show on that. So, I'll show changes on day cycles and maps. #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 11mo ago

Vitayu! I am back with more news on Voyi development. After exiting 2 weeks long limbo of optimizing AI then Physics, AI, Limbs, Physics... and so on where after each cycle I got +1 active bot at a time, until Render became an issue. So, I am going back to work. Good luck! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Vitayu! New devlog on Voyi. The basic navigation for the AI was added. Currently, working on optimizations as it is... bad, with 5+ bots. Also, I want to add more parmeters, so it may help with gameplay depth. So I'll continue to work on that. I wish you a great day! #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Vitayu! An update on Voyi. Finished working with a basic Combat agent for AI. Now it can not only properly use inputs and control arms, but read distance and use opportunity windows. Now the task is to help them navigate and move. #gamedev #indiegamedev

Stanislav @pupetone.bsky.social · 12mo ago

Vitayu! Small update on Voyi development. Managed to implement arms controls for the AI. Their decisions are based of AI's and their limbs/equipment agressivness level and players arms positioning. Currently working on distance reading and attack windows. #gamedev #indiegamedev