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A community-driven platform for entry-level game devs. Dedicated to helping newcomers break into the industry and spotlighting indie games.

Join our community: linktr.ee/entrylvldev 🐲💚

#gamedev | #indiedev | #gamesindustry | #juniorgamedev | #indiegames
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Join us 02/16 @ 1 PM PST for an interview w/ @elainegomez.bsky.social, where she'll chat with us about her game design experience & tips to help #gamedevs break into the #gamesindustry! 🐲💚

This 1-hour chat streams live on Discord & Twitch. Don’t miss it! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧

🔗 linktr.ee/entrylvldev
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My talk on fandom & game dev marketing is now available! I would love if you'd watch it and give me feedback! 💖

Key takeaways:
⭐ Build feedback loops early
🌱Cultivate a community space!
🤝🏾Incorporate feedback early where you can
🙌🏾Make your audience feel seen & heard

youtu.be/tQW7puDlFgY
February 10, 2026 at 11:54 PM
Reminder: we’re going live 02/16 @ 1 PM PST w/ special guest @elainegomez.bsky.social! 📣✨

We'll chat with Elaine about what goes into being a game designer & studio founder, her work at @latinxingaming.bsky.social & tips for getting started in games.

Join us online (links ⬇️). See you then!ヾ(•̀ヮ<)و
Join us 02/16 @ 1 PM PST for an interview w/ @elainegomez.bsky.social, where she'll chat with us about her game design experience & tips to help #gamedevs break into the #gamesindustry! 🐲💚

This 1-hour chat streams live on Discord & Twitch. Don’t miss it! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧

🔗 linktr.ee/entrylvldev
February 11, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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Wanna do some game level designing with us? Now's your chance!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

#gamedev #gamedesign #indiegame
Looking for level designer! If interested, apply by using the link below.

Please do not comment/DM/email to apply as we're accepting google application only. Thank you for your time!

💨Application form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

#indiegame #leveldesign #gamedesign #gamedev
February 10, 2026 at 2:03 AM
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Hey friends! We’re back with another great resource for you—AdamCYounis's YouTube channel! 🐲💚

It’s packed with tons of beginner-friendly guides to help you get started with #gamedev. You'll find tutorials on Unity fundamentals, coding basics, pixel art, how to choose the right game engine & more. ⬇️
AdamCYounis
Game Development tutorials, artworking, essays, vlogs, and more! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/adamcyounis Streaming Channel - https://youtube.com/@IndieTalesLive Twitch - https://twitch.tv/adamc...
www.youtube.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:01 AM
Hey friends! We’re back with another great resource for you—AdamCYounis's YouTube channel! 🐲💚

It’s packed with tons of beginner-friendly guides to help you get started with #gamedev. You'll find tutorials on Unity fundamentals, coding basics, pixel art, how to choose the right game engine & more. ⬇️
AdamCYounis
Game Development tutorials, artworking, essays, vlogs, and more! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/adamcyounis Streaming Channel - https://youtube.com/@IndieTalesLive Twitch - https://twitch.tv/adamc...
www.youtube.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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Casting is still open for our 6 amazing all women and femme tables! We've got gothic horror, team sports, arctic horror, bittersweet road trips, space and DRAGONS, all with our facillitated Session 0s, European-prioritised tables, and POC applicants go to the top of the list!

tally.so/r/Pd9a4x
February 7, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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Kotaku Is Hiring A Community Editor
Help us share cool things with awesome people
kotaku.com
January 27, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Today's #indiegame highlight: HyperDot by @charlesamcgregor.com! 🔴✨

In this minimalist action arcade game, there’s one rule: dodge everything. Test your reflexes in 100+ trials, evade enemies, face off with friends, or create custom levels for endless fun.

🔗 s.team/a/876500
HyperDot is finally out on Nintendo Switch!!

It's been a lot to make this happen and it has been a long, LONG time coming. But it is finally here even with a launch discount.

I'm so happy that I can finally say this you have no idea.
#gamedev #indiedev #nintendoswitch
February 8, 2026 at 1:34 AM
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#gamewriting Isn't always easy, especially when tackling heavier topics. The incredible Heidi McDonald has shared some of her tips for practicing self-care while making a sad game:
Protecting Yourself While Making a Sad Game | IGDA Game Writing SIG
Guidance for creators developing emotionally heavy games, particularly those based on personal trauma, with lessons learned from making a game about loss.
www.game-writing.com
January 28, 2026 at 12:48 AM
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'neoludic games' is hiring a Marketing Generalist to join their team in Cologne, DE

#gamedev #indiedev #gamedevjobs #gamedevelopment
neoludic games is hiring a Marketing Generalist
We are looking for marketing generalist, or a community manager and a marketing generalist.
www.workwithindies.com
February 6, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Hey you! Looking for ways to connect with other #indiedevs? 🤔

Jean Leggett has put together this incredible resource: a regularly updated list of active #gamedev Discord communities. This sheet is perfect for networking, finding projects to join, or simply making friends in the industry. ⬇
Game Dev Discord Communities
docs.google.com
February 7, 2026 at 12:46 AM
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Good morning, new series! I wanted to demistify 3D for people in the Godot engine, it's REALLY not that hard. Let's get ourselves set up today with episode 0, and then we'll build a Tilt a Table game to learn on: youtu.be/k_e3njKB0pk #gamedev #indiedev #godot
Tilt A Table 0: How Do Physics Work in a Game Engine?
YouTube video by Bean Bunny
youtu.be
January 9, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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Ludeon Studios is hiring a Programmer (Junior/Mid) who can write code, handle design specifications, create architectures, optimize systems, and solve bugs!

🛰️ Remote, Full-time
🛠️ C# XP ideal, C++ a plus

Work with @ludeonstudios.bsky.social and apply: workwithindies.com/careers/lude...
Ludeon Studios is hiring a Programmer (Junior / Mid)
At Ludeon Studios we're looking for a Programmer - Junior / Mid to join our team.
www.workwithindies.com
February 2, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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KO_OP is hiring a QA Analyst to help test live service games with a 4-day workweek and a fully remote setup!

📍 Remote, Contract (Canada)
🕹️ Manual testing for live games
💬 English required, BIPOC & LGBTQIA2S+ prioritized

⤵️
KO_OP is hiring a QA Analyst
We’re looking for a QA Analyst to remotely join our wonderful team. The ideal candidate will have excellent hands-on-QA fundamentals, with a focus on manual testing.
www.workwithindies.com
February 2, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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League of Geeks is hiring an Operations Assistant to help run their studio space, support their leadership team & empower their developers.

📍 Remote, Part-time (Australia)
🕑 2+ years XP
💬 Communication skills a must

⤵️
League of Geeks is hiring a Operations Assistant
We’re looking for a part-time Operations Assistant to assist in running our studio space, supporting our leadership team, and empowering our world-class developers.
www.workwithindies.com
February 4, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Happy #BlackHistoryMonth from all of us at ENTRY LVL! 🐲💚

We want to take a moment to celebrate Black #gamedevs and the gaming communities promoting Black voices year-round.

Give these communities a follow and tag Black game devs you know below. They deserve visibility, support, and recognition! ⬇️
February 5, 2026 at 8:03 PM
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It's time to update the living list of all the game dev feeds! Bookmark this thread and check back every once in a while to see if any more have been added! 🧵
February 9, 2024 at 3:17 PM
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'Roboto Games' is hiring a Unity 3D Env. Artist / Level Designer to join their team in PT ±4 hours

#gamedev #gamedevjobs #indiedev #gamedevelopment
Roboto Games is hiring a Unity 3D Env. Artist / Level Designer
Hi! We’re Roboto Games—a venture-backed studio led by folks who previously shipped at PopCap and EA, with 10+ years’ experience each and games played by 65M+ players.
www.workwithindies.com
February 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! Thinking about all the fabulous @blackingaming.bsky.social developers I am so lucky to know and call my colleagues and community 🖤

Celebrate and uplift your fave blacks #gamedev this month and always!

#bhm
February 1, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Today's #indiegame highlight: Ascend by @miamiavalon.bsky.social! 🌌✨

Join Aurora on a mystical 3D puzzle adventure as she faces the Zodiac Trials to save her people. Solve ancient puzzles, collect tarot cards, and uncover the myths that shape her journey.

🔗 s.team/a/1944260
Our new release trailer is LIVE and was featured in the Women-Led Showcase!!
#SummerGameFest

Ascend is releasing this August 28th on Steam!
👉https://store.steampowered.com/app/1944260/Ascend

#WomenLedGames #WomenInGames #IndieGames
February 4, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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Hey #IndieDev #GameDev!
If you're not only staring onto your desktop, but also develop a
desktop OS/Interface game, this #Steam festival might be something for you!

(3 days to apply, so don't waste time!) 💪🎮🖥️
forms.gle/5G4uSLroqq7r...
Steam Event: Fake OS Games / Interface Sims
Please fill in you details to apply for our 7-day Steam event from April 27 to May 4, 2026. Signup Deadline: February 7th, Midnight UTC
forms.gle
February 4, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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Loading Screens Tutorial out now!

You need ResourceLoader threads to not freeze. Tutorial breaks down exactly how to build a reusable Loading Manager in Godot 4.6.

(P.S. Source code + Bonus video on Patreon/Ko-Fi!)

#GodotEngine #IndieDev #MadeWithGodot #IndieGameDev

youtu.be/r3GhVAir-Ng
Stop Freezing Your Game! Smooth Loading Screens in Godot 4.6
YouTube video by Godot Dev Checkpoint
youtu.be
February 4, 2026 at 8:36 AM
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Here are a few reasons why you should join the UNLIKELY COLLABORATORS GAME JAM
🦾 Level up & learn about making a game
👋 Meet new connections from all over the US
🎮 YOU ARE MAKING A GAME!

To learn more, go to buff.ly/R9OEyO9

#gamejam #gamecareers #indiedev #usdevs #usgames #gamingindustry
February 3, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Join us 02/16 @ 1 PM PST for an interview w/ @elainegomez.bsky.social, where she'll chat with us about her game design experience & tips to help #gamedevs break into the #gamesindustry! 🐲💚

This 1-hour chat streams live on Discord & Twitch. Don’t miss it! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧

🔗 linktr.ee/entrylvldev
February 3, 2026 at 10:38 PM