Baqir Shah
@bakershah.bsky.social
Former Pro Wrestling Referee. Award Winning Game Designer & Cigar Connoisseur. Prev Lead Designer @DeckNineGames on @LifeisStrange | Forbes 30 Under 30.
If there is one thing I dislike doing about game dev its marketing. Sometimes it feels like I'm posting about my game into an empty void and its so dull. Especially on X which is a dead platform now IMO... -_-
October 15, 2025 at 12:15 AM
If there is one thing I dislike doing about game dev its marketing. Sometimes it feels like I'm posting about my game into an empty void and its so dull. Especially on X which is a dead platform now IMO... -_-
America turning 250 years old...
Me: 😐
Me: 😐
June 19, 2025 at 5:19 PM
America turning 250 years old...
Me: 😐
Me: 😐
WIP. I'm quite new to writing and directing romance in a game (It's Hard) but I myself have fallen in love with these characters.
In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed.
#IndieGame
#GameDev
In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed.
#IndieGame
#GameDev
May 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
WIP. I'm quite new to writing and directing romance in a game (It's Hard) but I myself have fallen in love with these characters.
In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed.
#IndieGame
#GameDev
In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed.
#IndieGame
#GameDev
May 7, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Proud to share the first look at gameplay from Café New York 9/11, our narrative adventure set in a Lower Manhattan.
This is a deeply personal project being made with a lot of passion by a team committed to telling underrepresented stories with honesty and care.
#gamedev #indiedev #narrative
This is a deeply personal project being made with a lot of passion by a team committed to telling underrepresented stories with honesty and care.
#gamedev #indiedev #narrative
Cafe New York 9/11 Pre Alpha Gameplay
YouTube video by Virtual Sky Interactive
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May 1, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Proud to share the first look at gameplay from Café New York 9/11, our narrative adventure set in a Lower Manhattan.
This is a deeply personal project being made with a lot of passion by a team committed to telling underrepresented stories with honesty and care.
#gamedev #indiedev #narrative
This is a deeply personal project being made with a lot of passion by a team committed to telling underrepresented stories with honesty and care.
#gamedev #indiedev #narrative
Cafe New York 9/11 Pre Alpha Gameplay
YouTube video by Virtual Sky Interactive
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April 29, 2025 at 4:12 PM
I understand my game is pretty controversial. But I have a good understanding by now on who my target audience is. I posted the trailer in a indie gaming reddit page & it was downvoted to oblivion. When I posted on subreddits related to South Asian gamers the reaction was the complete opposite.
April 27, 2025 at 2:28 AM
I understand my game is pretty controversial. But I have a good understanding by now on who my target audience is. I posted the trailer in a indie gaming reddit page & it was downvoted to oblivion. When I posted on subreddits related to South Asian gamers the reaction was the complete opposite.
🚒 Meet Maria
A firefighter who stops by Sameer's café every morning before her shift. Brave, grounded, and full of heart, she’s a reminder of the everyday heroes who lived among us long before the world knew them.
#CafeNewYork911 #IndieGame #NarrativeGame #StoryDriven #ComingSoon #indiedev
A firefighter who stops by Sameer's café every morning before her shift. Brave, grounded, and full of heart, she’s a reminder of the everyday heroes who lived among us long before the world knew them.
#CafeNewYork911 #IndieGame #NarrativeGame #StoryDriven #ComingSoon #indiedev
April 26, 2025 at 8:52 PM
🚒 Meet Maria
A firefighter who stops by Sameer's café every morning before her shift. Brave, grounded, and full of heart, she’s a reminder of the everyday heroes who lived among us long before the world knew them.
#CafeNewYork911 #IndieGame #NarrativeGame #StoryDriven #ComingSoon #indiedev
A firefighter who stops by Sameer's café every morning before her shift. Brave, grounded, and full of heart, she’s a reminder of the everyday heroes who lived among us long before the world knew them.
#CafeNewYork911 #IndieGame #NarrativeGame #StoryDriven #ComingSoon #indiedev
Teaser Trailer Reveal
Step inside Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure about love, loss, and resilience. Watch the first teaser now and meet Sameer, a Pakistani American café owner in the heart of Lower Manhattan.
youtu.be/MvNJTos-9SI?...
#IndieGame #NarrativeGames #GameDev #TrailerReveal
Step inside Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure about love, loss, and resilience. Watch the first teaser now and meet Sameer, a Pakistani American café owner in the heart of Lower Manhattan.
youtu.be/MvNJTos-9SI?...
#IndieGame #NarrativeGames #GameDev #TrailerReveal
Cafe New York 9/11 Announcement Teaser Trailer
YouTube video by Virtual Sky Interactive
youtu.be
April 22, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Teaser Trailer Reveal
Step inside Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure about love, loss, and resilience. Watch the first teaser now and meet Sameer, a Pakistani American café owner in the heart of Lower Manhattan.
youtu.be/MvNJTos-9SI?...
#IndieGame #NarrativeGames #GameDev #TrailerReveal
Step inside Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure about love, loss, and resilience. Watch the first teaser now and meet Sameer, a Pakistani American café owner in the heart of Lower Manhattan.
youtu.be/MvNJTos-9SI?...
#IndieGame #NarrativeGames #GameDev #TrailerReveal
Late night session. Feeling inspired.
April 3, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Late night session. Feeling inspired.
Reposted by Baqir Shah
It's been a while since I've done this, and the world is bleak - so we can all use a little art & creativity.
What is everyone creating nowadays? Games, art, music, video, writing, anything - whether it is early, almost done, or just shipped. Feel free to include trailers, images, links - whatever.
What is everyone creating nowadays? Games, art, music, video, writing, anything - whether it is early, almost done, or just shipped. Feel free to include trailers, images, links - whatever.
March 24, 2025 at 6:13 AM
It's been a while since I've done this, and the world is bleak - so we can all use a little art & creativity.
What is everyone creating nowadays? Games, art, music, video, writing, anything - whether it is early, almost done, or just shipped. Feel free to include trailers, images, links - whatever.
What is everyone creating nowadays? Games, art, music, video, writing, anything - whether it is early, almost done, or just shipped. Feel free to include trailers, images, links - whatever.
Never forget...
Cafe New York 9/11 is set in NYC on the week of 9/11. Step into the lives of everyday people before history changed forever. It is a story of routine, connection, and the moments that define us.
#solodevsurvivor
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
Cafe New York 9/11 is set in NYC on the week of 9/11. Step into the lives of everyday people before history changed forever. It is a story of routine, connection, and the moments that define us.
#solodevsurvivor
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
March 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Never forget...
Cafe New York 9/11 is set in NYC on the week of 9/11. Step into the lives of everyday people before history changed forever. It is a story of routine, connection, and the moments that define us.
#solodevsurvivor
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
Cafe New York 9/11 is set in NYC on the week of 9/11. Step into the lives of everyday people before history changed forever. It is a story of routine, connection, and the moments that define us.
#solodevsurvivor
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
IMO Dynasty Warriors Origins should definitely win best action game of the year. I'm having so much fun playing it. #gameawards #dworigins
a man holding a sword with the words abyssal-requiem written below him
ALT: a man holding a sword with the words abyssal-requiem written below him
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March 22, 2025 at 11:12 PM
IMO Dynasty Warriors Origins should definitely win best action game of the year. I'm having so much fun playing it. #gameawards #dworigins
This has honestly been one of my favorite scenes to make in Cafe New York 9/11.
#gamedev #indiedev
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
#gamedev #indiedev
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
March 16, 2025 at 1:17 AM
This has honestly been one of my favorite scenes to make in Cafe New York 9/11.
#gamedev #indiedev
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
#gamedev #indiedev
Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3550370/...
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Hey everyone,
I'm currently looking for publishers for my next game. Any publishers out there who want to get behind and exciting new IP DM me. #indiegamedev #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev #gamepublisher #gamepublishing
Hey everyone,
I'm currently looking for publishers for my next game. Any publishers out there who want to get behind and exciting new IP DM me. #indiegamedev #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev #gamepublisher #gamepublishing
Excited to finally announce Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure set in NYC on the week of 9/11. It’s a story about ordinary people, their lives, and the moments before everything changed forever. Can’t wait to share more soon. Wishlist now! #CafeNewYork911 #gamedev #indiedev
Cafe New York 9/11 on Steam
In Café New York, Step into the life of Sameer, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. Decis...
store.steampowered.com
March 14, 2025 at 4:15 AM
bsky.app/profile/bake...
Hey everyone,
I'm currently looking for publishers for my next game. Any publishers out there who want to get behind and exciting new IP DM me. #indiegamedev #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev #gamepublisher #gamepublishing
Hey everyone,
I'm currently looking for publishers for my next game. Any publishers out there who want to get behind and exciting new IP DM me. #indiegamedev #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev #gamepublisher #gamepublishing
☕ Meet the Heart of the Cafe!
In Cafe New York 9/11, it’s not just about serving coffee. It’s about family, resilience, and finding hope in the hardest times. Introducing you to our main characters:
In Cafe New York 9/11, it’s not just about serving coffee. It’s about family, resilience, and finding hope in the hardest times. Introducing you to our main characters:
March 13, 2025 at 2:33 AM
☕ Meet the Heart of the Cafe!
In Cafe New York 9/11, it’s not just about serving coffee. It’s about family, resilience, and finding hope in the hardest times. Introducing you to our main characters:
In Cafe New York 9/11, it’s not just about serving coffee. It’s about family, resilience, and finding hope in the hardest times. Introducing you to our main characters:
Love finds a way, even in the darkest times. 💔✨ In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed. Sometimes, love is the anchor we need most. #CafeNewYork #NarrativeGame #gamedev #indiedev
March 11, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Love finds a way, even in the darkest times. 💔✨ In Café New York 9/11, experience Sameer and Fatima’s heartfelt romance as they navigate family, fear, and hope in a world forever changed. Sometimes, love is the anchor we need most. #CafeNewYork #NarrativeGame #gamedev #indiedev
Can I just state how much I hate spring forward DST.
a man is walking down a hallway with a suitcase and a backpack .
ALT: a man is walking down a hallway with a suitcase and a backpack .
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March 9, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Can I just state how much I hate spring forward DST.
March 8, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Don't forget to check out my newest game. The story is inspired by my own experiences living in a post 9/11 America.
#IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev #MadeWithUnity #IndieGames #GameDevelopment #SteamGame #IndieGameReveal #SupportIndieGames #IndieGamesDaily #GameDevShowcase #IndieDevSky
#IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev #MadeWithUnity #IndieGames #GameDevelopment #SteamGame #IndieGameReveal #SupportIndieGames #IndieGamesDaily #GameDevShowcase #IndieDevSky
Excited to finally announce Cafe New York 9/11, a narrative adventure set in NYC on the week of 9/11. It’s a story about ordinary people, their lives, and the moments before everything changed forever. Can’t wait to share more soon. Wishlist now! #CafeNewYork911 #gamedev #indiedev
Cafe New York 9/11 on Steam
In Café New York, Step into the life of Sameer, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. Decis...
store.steampowered.com
March 8, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Don't forget to check out my newest game. The story is inspired by my own experiences living in a post 9/11 America.
#IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev #MadeWithUnity #IndieGames #GameDevelopment #SteamGame #IndieGameReveal #SupportIndieGames #IndieGamesDaily #GameDevShowcase #IndieDevSky
#IndieGame #IndieDev #GameDev #MadeWithUnity #IndieGames #GameDevelopment #SteamGame #IndieGameReveal #SupportIndieGames #IndieGamesDaily #GameDevShowcase #IndieDevSky
In Café New York 9/11, Harbour Grounds Café is the heart of the story. Nestled in Lower Manhattan, this small café is a haven for locals, office workers, and travelers alike. A place where people gather, share conversations, and escape the city's relentless pace.
#GameDev #IndieGames
#GameDev #IndieGames
March 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
In Café New York 9/11, Harbour Grounds Café is the heart of the story. Nestled in Lower Manhattan, this small café is a haven for locals, office workers, and travelers alike. A place where people gather, share conversations, and escape the city's relentless pace.
#GameDev #IndieGames
#GameDev #IndieGames
Café New York 9/11 is a narrative game that explores the lives of immigrants in New York City during the events of 9/11. Through themes of racism, family, community, hope, and resilience, players navigate heartfelt stories that highlight the human connections forged in adversity. #indiegame #gamedev
March 7, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Café New York 9/11 is a narrative game that explores the lives of immigrants in New York City during the events of 9/11. Through themes of racism, family, community, hope, and resilience, players navigate heartfelt stories that highlight the human connections forged in adversity. #indiegame #gamedev
Deeper look at Cafe New York 9/11.
Step into the life of Sameer Ahmed, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. #gamedev #indiedev #gameannouncement (1/8)
Step into the life of Sameer Ahmed, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. #gamedev #indiedev #gameannouncement (1/8)
March 5, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Deeper look at Cafe New York 9/11.
Step into the life of Sameer Ahmed, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. #gamedev #indiedev #gameannouncement (1/8)
Step into the life of Sameer Ahmed, a Pakistani American living in NYC during the week of 9/11. Sameer must navigate rising tensions, protect his family, and make impossible choices. #gamedev #indiedev #gameannouncement (1/8)