ENTRY-LVL
@entrylvldev.bsky.social
A welcoming community for aspiring game devs, helping newcomers break into the industry and spotlighting indie games & their creators.
Join our community: linktr.ee/entrylvldev 🐲💚
#gamedev #indiedev #gamesindustry #gamedevcommunity #indiegames
Join our community: linktr.ee/entrylvldev 🐲💚
#gamedev #indiedev #gamesindustry #gamedevcommunity #indiegames
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@entrylvldev.bsky.social
· Apr 14
🌟 ENTRY-LVL is live! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce ENTRY-LVL—a platform built to help new talent break into the games industry and highlight rising indie devs. Whether you're starting out or seeking visibility, we’ve got your back!
👇 More info in the comments!
#indiedev #gamedev #indiegames
We’re thrilled to announce ENTRY-LVL—a platform built to help new talent break into the games industry and highlight rising indie devs. Whether you're starting out or seeking visibility, we’ve got your back!
👇 More info in the comments!
#indiedev #gamedev #indiegames
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Stencil VR is hiring a Community & Social Media Manager to become the voice for their mixed reality app for Meta Quest.
🛰️ Remote, Part-time
🎨 2+ years XP
🤝 $40USD/hr, 20hrs/week
⤵️
🛰️ Remote, Part-time
🎨 2+ years XP
🤝 $40USD/hr, 20hrs/week
⤵️
Stencil VR is hiring a Community & Social Media Manager
We're a small, dedicated team looking for a passionate and creative Community & Social Media Manager to become the voice of Stencil.
www.workwithindies.com
November 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Stencil VR is hiring a Community & Social Media Manager to become the voice for their mixed reality app for Meta Quest.
🛰️ Remote, Part-time
🎨 2+ years XP
🤝 $40USD/hr, 20hrs/week
⤵️
🛰️ Remote, Part-time
🎨 2+ years XP
🤝 $40USD/hr, 20hrs/week
⤵️
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🌟 #TakeNoteTuesday 🌟
This week’s tip from the 2023 Virtual Exchange: how to read a job posting!
🎥 Watch the clip & level up your application!
#gamedev #igdafoundation #indiedev
This week’s tip from the 2023 Virtual Exchange: how to read a job posting!
🎥 Watch the clip & level up your application!
#gamedev #igdafoundation #indiedev
November 4, 2025 at 9:02 PM
🌟 #TakeNoteTuesday 🌟
This week’s tip from the 2023 Virtual Exchange: how to read a job posting!
🎥 Watch the clip & level up your application!
#gamedev #igdafoundation #indiedev
This week’s tip from the 2023 Virtual Exchange: how to read a job posting!
🎥 Watch the clip & level up your application!
#gamedev #igdafoundation #indiedev
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The GAMERella Game Jam is NEXT WEEK!
While the in-person event is sold out already, there are still some online spots available for those who can't make it in person but still want to make something amazing together.
While the in-person event is sold out already, there are still some online spots available for those who can't make it in person but still want to make something amazing together.
November 7, 2025 at 10:24 PM
The GAMERella Game Jam is NEXT WEEK!
While the in-person event is sold out already, there are still some online spots available for those who can't make it in person but still want to make something amazing together.
While the in-person event is sold out already, there are still some online spots available for those who can't make it in person but still want to make something amazing together.
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EPISODE 34 IS LIVE!
@hlywa.bsky.social sat down with @marinahascoffee.bsky.social to talk about how game publishers work, what it means to be a game scout, & Rachel gave tons of advice for studios seeking their next publishing deal.
Hope you enjoy! ☕
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xIe...
@hlywa.bsky.social sat down with @marinahascoffee.bsky.social to talk about how game publishers work, what it means to be a game scout, & Rachel gave tons of advice for studios seeking their next publishing deal.
Hope you enjoy! ☕
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xIe...
How do indie studios get funded? (Ep. 34)
YouTube video by Quest Markers Podcast
www.youtube.com
September 27, 2025 at 4:26 PM
EPISODE 34 IS LIVE!
@hlywa.bsky.social sat down with @marinahascoffee.bsky.social to talk about how game publishers work, what it means to be a game scout, & Rachel gave tons of advice for studios seeking their next publishing deal.
Hope you enjoy! ☕
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xIe...
@hlywa.bsky.social sat down with @marinahascoffee.bsky.social to talk about how game publishers work, what it means to be a game scout, & Rachel gave tons of advice for studios seeking their next publishing deal.
Hope you enjoy! ☕
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xIe...
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Making a game trailer is a unique skill that even seasoned video editors can have trouble with due to the very specific needs of their audience.
Watch @derek-lieu.com's full talk here:
youtu.be/fFSNJ_Hsfx0?...
#gamedev
Watch @derek-lieu.com's full talk here:
youtu.be/fFSNJ_Hsfx0?...
#gamedev
October 27, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Making a game trailer is a unique skill that even seasoned video editors can have trouble with due to the very specific needs of their audience.
Watch @derek-lieu.com's full talk here:
youtu.be/fFSNJ_Hsfx0?...
#gamedev
Watch @derek-lieu.com's full talk here:
youtu.be/fFSNJ_Hsfx0?...
#gamedev
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New FREE game assets! Our 2D Platformer Pack contains over 900 graphics including tiles, backgrounds, a player, enemies and collectibles all for free commercial use in your games and other projects ci.itch.io/2d-platforme... #GameDev #IndieDev
November 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM
New FREE game assets! Our 2D Platformer Pack contains over 900 graphics including tiles, backgrounds, a player, enemies and collectibles all for free commercial use in your games and other projects ci.itch.io/2d-platforme... #GameDev #IndieDev
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OPPORTUNITY! Tapblaze - USA, LA - Narrative Intern
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
tapblaze.com/career/?ashb...
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
tapblaze.com/career/?ashb...
TapBlaze - Career | Mobile Entertainment Apps
tapblaze.com
October 29, 2025 at 9:54 PM
OPPORTUNITY! Tapblaze - USA, LA - Narrative Intern
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
tapblaze.com/career/?ashb...
Not affiliated. Shares welcome
tapblaze.com/career/?ashb...
Happy #ScreenshotSaturday! Today we’re highlighting the cozy pet sim Give A Dog A Home by @gina.dev! 🐕💖
Pick from 15+ dogs & 4 rooms to make your ideal puppy space, then embed your new best friend to your site. They’ll nap, roam, bark & add the cutest touch to your page!
🔗 Give A Dog A Home
Pick from 15+ dogs & 4 rooms to make your ideal puppy space, then embed your new best friend to your site. They’ll nap, roam, bark & add the cutest touch to your page!
🔗 Give A Dog A Home
In my virtual pet game you can choose from 4 different rooms for your doggy to live in, which one is your favourite? 🌸🎃🌿💻 ginagiannetti.itch.io/give-a-dog-a... #gamdev #solodev #godot #indiedev
November 9, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Happy #ScreenshotSaturday! Today we’re highlighting the cozy pet sim Give A Dog A Home by @gina.dev! 🐕💖
Pick from 15+ dogs & 4 rooms to make your ideal puppy space, then embed your new best friend to your site. They’ll nap, roam, bark & add the cutest touch to your page!
🔗 Give A Dog A Home
Pick from 15+ dogs & 4 rooms to make your ideal puppy space, then embed your new best friend to your site. They’ll nap, roam, bark & add the cutest touch to your page!
🔗 Give A Dog A Home
The lovely folks at @gamesjobsdirect.bsky.social are hosting their first-ever Indie Game Showcase! 🙌✨
This virtual event highlights #indiegames & their creators, helping #indiedevs share their stories, show their work, and connect with peers & industry professionals.
Link & details below! 👇
This virtual event highlights #indiegames & their creators, helping #indiedevs share their stories, show their work, and connect with peers & industry professionals.
Link & details below! 👇
November 8, 2025 at 2:25 AM
The lovely folks at @gamesjobsdirect.bsky.social are hosting their first-ever Indie Game Showcase! 🙌✨
This virtual event highlights #indiegames & their creators, helping #indiedevs share their stories, show their work, and connect with peers & industry professionals.
Link & details below! 👇
This virtual event highlights #indiegames & their creators, helping #indiedevs share their stories, show their work, and connect with peers & industry professionals.
Link & details below! 👇
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Game Off 2025 kicks off in two weeks!
Join developers from around the world to make a game in November. Solo or in a team. Any engine, any language.
Sign up and get ready for the theme reveal on Nov 1: https://itch.io/jam/game-off-2025 #GitHubGameOff
Sign up and get ready for the theme reveal on Nov 1: https://itch.io/jam/game-off-2025 #GitHubGameOff
Game Off 2025
A game jam from 2025-11-01 to 2026-01-01 hosted by GitHub & Lee Reilly. Game Off is an annual game jam challenging individuals and teams to build a game during the month of November. Use whatever prog...
itch.io
October 18, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Game Off 2025 kicks off in two weeks!
Join developers from around the world to make a game in November. Solo or in a team. Any engine, any language.
Sign up and get ready for the theme reveal on Nov 1: https://itch.io/jam/game-off-2025 #GitHubGameOff
Sign up and get ready for the theme reveal on Nov 1: https://itch.io/jam/game-off-2025 #GitHubGameOff
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Aspiring & seasoned translators, assemble!
A new #LocJam is about to begin and we're really excited about its theme: Art, Politics & Accessibility.
An opening conference will go live in 3 hours from now.
We're ready! 🤍💫
itch.io/jam/locjam-apa
A new #LocJam is about to begin and we're really excited about its theme: Art, Politics & Accessibility.
An opening conference will go live in 3 hours from now.
We're ready! 🤍💫
itch.io/jam/locjam-apa
LocJam – Art, Politics and Accessibility
A game jam from 2025-10-24 to 2025-11-16 hosted by LocJAM. Organized by Université Bourgogne Europe with the technical support of Alain Dellepiane / LocJAM An online game translation marathon focused ...
itch.io
October 24, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Aspiring & seasoned translators, assemble!
A new #LocJam is about to begin and we're really excited about its theme: Art, Politics & Accessibility.
An opening conference will go live in 3 hours from now.
We're ready! 🤍💫
itch.io/jam/locjam-apa
A new #LocJam is about to begin and we're really excited about its theme: Art, Politics & Accessibility.
An opening conference will go live in 3 hours from now.
We're ready! 🤍💫
itch.io/jam/locjam-apa
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November 6, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Hey there, lil' wyrmlings! Just a friendly reminder—our next co-working meetup is happening 11/08 @ 12 PM PST on Discord! 🐲💚
If you’re into #gamedev, #indiedev, or just love being around a buncha' game-loving nerds, you’ll fit right in. Come hang out with us! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧
If you’re into #gamedev, #indiedev, or just love being around a buncha' game-loving nerds, you’ll fit right in. Come hang out with us! ദ്ദി( •̀ ᴗ - ) ✧
Every other Saturday from 12 – 2 PM PDT, we host laid-back #co-working sessions over on our Discord! 🐲💚
If you’re an early-career #gamedev looking for a welcoming space to chat, share projects + hang out with a couple of goofy goobers—come say hi! ദ്ദി(｡•̀ ,<)~✩
🔗 discord.gg/rjCHffrb8N
If you’re an early-career #gamedev looking for a welcoming space to chat, share projects + hang out with a couple of goofy goobers—come say hi! ദ്ദി(｡•̀ ,<)~✩
🔗 discord.gg/rjCHffrb8N
November 7, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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Join Games for Blind Gamers 5 in February 2026! Our vibrant community aids developers in crafting accessible games through meticulous planning and in-depth research. Dive into this game jam and tackle the exciting challenge! Participate now: itch.io/jam/games-fo... #A11y #IndieDev
Games for Blind Gamers 5
A game jam from 2026-01-31 to 2026-03-15 hosted by Ericbomb. Welcome, Blind and Sighted Game Developers! Welcome to the fifth annual Games for Blind Gamers jam! The goal of this jam is to make games…
itch.io
November 5, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Join Games for Blind Gamers 5 in February 2026! Our vibrant community aids developers in crafting accessible games through meticulous planning and in-depth research. Dive into this game jam and tackle the exciting challenge! Participate now: itch.io/jam/games-fo... #A11y #IndieDev
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Want to Attend GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Apply for a GGJ Scholarship! 🌟
This scholarship is designed to support members of our global community who are passionate about game creation, collaboration, and learning.
Read more & apply today 👉 buff.ly/zYUWytU
#GDC #GameDev #IndieDev #Community
This scholarship is designed to support members of our global community who are passionate about game creation, collaboration, and learning.
Read more & apply today 👉 buff.ly/zYUWytU
#GDC #GameDev #IndieDev #Community
Want to Attend GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Apply for a GGJ Scholarship! | Global Game Jam
Are you part of the Global Game Jam community and dreaming of attending the Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2026 in San Francisco?
buff.ly
November 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Want to Attend GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Apply for a GGJ Scholarship! 🌟
This scholarship is designed to support members of our global community who are passionate about game creation, collaboration, and learning.
Read more & apply today 👉 buff.ly/zYUWytU
#GDC #GameDev #IndieDev #Community
This scholarship is designed to support members of our global community who are passionate about game creation, collaboration, and learning.
Read more & apply today 👉 buff.ly/zYUWytU
#GDC #GameDev #IndieDev #Community
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The game industry is tough right now — a lot of us are feeling it.
That’s why UI Peeps exists: to uplift one another, support our peers, share resources, learn together, and build the kind of community we all wish we had when things get overwhelming.
linktr.ee/uipeeps
That’s why UI Peeps exists: to uplift one another, support our peers, share resources, learn together, and build the kind of community we all wish we had when things get overwhelming.
linktr.ee/uipeeps
October 30, 2025 at 11:48 PM
The game industry is tough right now — a lot of us are feeling it.
That’s why UI Peeps exists: to uplift one another, support our peers, share resources, learn together, and build the kind of community we all wish we had when things get overwhelming.
linktr.ee/uipeeps
That’s why UI Peeps exists: to uplift one another, support our peers, share resources, learn together, and build the kind of community we all wish we had when things get overwhelming.
linktr.ee/uipeeps
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job-boards.greenhouse.io/turtlerockst...
Turtle Rock it's looking for a junior/associate character artist.
#GameDev #GameJobs #ArtJobs #GameDevJobs #3DartJobs
Turtle Rock it's looking for a junior/associate character artist.
#GameDev #GameJobs #ArtJobs #GameDevJobs #3DartJobs
Associate Character Artist
Irvine, CA
job-boards.greenhouse.io
November 4, 2025 at 9:55 PM
job-boards.greenhouse.io/turtlerockst...
Turtle Rock it's looking for a junior/associate character artist.
#GameDev #GameJobs #ArtJobs #GameDevJobs #3DartJobs
Turtle Rock it's looking for a junior/associate character artist.
#GameDev #GameJobs #ArtJobs #GameDevJobs #3DartJobs
Today's #indiegame spotlight: The Song of Invermere by Nene & their talented team! ⛪💖
In a moonlit town that never sees light, play as the Lamb—a wandering sister of the Red Church. Serve the parish amid waking nightmares and uncover the towns dark secrets.
🔗 9sen.itch.io/the-song-of-...
In a moonlit town that never sees light, play as the Lamb—a wandering sister of the Red Church. Serve the parish amid waking nightmares and uncover the towns dark secrets.
🔗 9sen.itch.io/the-song-of-...
November 6, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Today's #indiegame spotlight: The Song of Invermere by Nene & their talented team! ⛪💖
In a moonlit town that never sees light, play as the Lamb—a wandering sister of the Red Church. Serve the parish amid waking nightmares and uncover the towns dark secrets.
🔗 9sen.itch.io/the-song-of-...
In a moonlit town that never sees light, play as the Lamb—a wandering sister of the Red Church. Serve the parish amid waking nightmares and uncover the towns dark secrets.
🔗 9sen.itch.io/the-song-of-...
If you're a #gamesindustry job seeker, @gamedevmap.com is a fantastic resource to keep handy for your search! 🗺️✨
This interactive map catalogs gaming companies worldwide, from studios to publishers. It’s a great tool for #gamedevs who want to research studios & see who’s hiring—check it out! 💖
This interactive map catalogs gaming companies worldwide, from studios to publishers. It’s a great tool for #gamedevs who want to research studios & see who’s hiring—check it out! 💖
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 AM
If you're a #gamesindustry job seeker, @gamedevmap.com is a fantastic resource to keep handy for your search! 🗺️✨
This interactive map catalogs gaming companies worldwide, from studios to publishers. It’s a great tool for #gamedevs who want to research studios & see who’s hiring—check it out! 💖
This interactive map catalogs gaming companies worldwide, from studios to publishers. It’s a great tool for #gamedevs who want to research studios & see who’s hiring—check it out! 💖
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In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we would like to highlight some Indigenous groups creating in the video game space to check out and support, including...
September 30, 2025 at 3:33 PM
In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we would like to highlight some Indigenous groups creating in the video game space to check out and support, including...
Looking to get into #gamedesign but not sure where to start? 🤔
This beginner-friendly guide by @juniperdev.bsky.social is a great resource and solid starting point for aspiring #gamedevs. It covers engines, tools & project organization, plus tons of helpful advice. Definitely worth checking out! ✨
This beginner-friendly guide by @juniperdev.bsky.social is a great resource and solid starting point for aspiring #gamedevs. It covers engines, tools & project organization, plus tons of helpful advice. Definitely worth checking out! ✨
Everything You Need To Start Making Games (As A Beginner)
YouTube video by Juniper Dev
youtu.be
November 4, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Looking to get into #gamedesign but not sure where to start? 🤔
This beginner-friendly guide by @juniperdev.bsky.social is a great resource and solid starting point for aspiring #gamedevs. It covers engines, tools & project organization, plus tons of helpful advice. Definitely worth checking out! ✨
This beginner-friendly guide by @juniperdev.bsky.social is a great resource and solid starting point for aspiring #gamedevs. It covers engines, tools & project organization, plus tons of helpful advice. Definitely worth checking out! ✨
Hope everyone had a fun & safe Halloween. Before we head into the holiday season, here's one last treat just for you! 🍬🧡
Thanks to our super talented Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, we've got a fang-tastic "your month = your spooky FishHook" slideshow! Which one did you get? 👀
Thanks to our super talented Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, we've got a fang-tastic "your month = your spooky FishHook" slideshow! Which one did you get? 👀
November 2, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Hope everyone had a fun & safe Halloween. Before we head into the holiday season, here's one last treat just for you! 🍬🧡
Thanks to our super talented Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, we've got a fang-tastic "your month = your spooky FishHook" slideshow! Which one did you get? 👀
Thanks to our super talented Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, we've got a fang-tastic "your month = your spooky FishHook" slideshow! Which one did you get? 👀
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Pitching your game to print media? Here’s a thread full of tips!
Always send screenshots in PNG format. JPEG compression blurs sharp edges and creates ugly artefacts that look even worse once printed at 300 DPI.
Where possible, submit your screenshots at 4K resolution. Or native res for pixel art.
Always send screenshots in PNG format. JPEG compression blurs sharp edges and creates ugly artefacts that look even worse once printed at 300 DPI.
Where possible, submit your screenshots at 4K resolution. Or native res for pixel art.
November 1, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Pitching your game to print media? Here’s a thread full of tips!
Always send screenshots in PNG format. JPEG compression blurs sharp edges and creates ugly artefacts that look even worse once printed at 300 DPI.
Where possible, submit your screenshots at 4K resolution. Or native res for pixel art.
Always send screenshots in PNG format. JPEG compression blurs sharp edges and creates ugly artefacts that look even worse once printed at 300 DPI.
Where possible, submit your screenshots at 4K resolution. Or native res for pixel art.
Hey ghoulfriends! The ENTRY LVL crew is witching you all a super spooktacular Halloween! 🎃🧡
Our lovely Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, went all out with this gourdgeous FishHook pumpkin! Isn't this like the coolest carving you've ever seen?
Sending lots of love your way & happy hauntings! 👻✨
Our lovely Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, went all out with this gourdgeous FishHook pumpkin! Isn't this like the coolest carving you've ever seen?
Sending lots of love your way & happy hauntings! 👻✨
October 31, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Hey ghoulfriends! The ENTRY LVL crew is witching you all a super spooktacular Halloween! 🎃🧡
Our lovely Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, went all out with this gourdgeous FishHook pumpkin! Isn't this like the coolest carving you've ever seen?
Sending lots of love your way & happy hauntings! 👻✨
Our lovely Founder, @knightsicle.bsky.social, went all out with this gourdgeous FishHook pumpkin! Isn't this like the coolest carving you've ever seen?
Sending lots of love your way & happy hauntings! 👻✨
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IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!!! 💖🎉
The nicest thing y'all could do for me (if you're so inclined 😊🫶🏾) is to share + signal boost our growing DnA Codex of Game Dev resources so it finds the folks who need it most
Contributions to the Ko-Fi also welcome as they help us devote more time to it amidst our projects!
The nicest thing y'all could do for me (if you're so inclined 😊🫶🏾) is to share + signal boost our growing DnA Codex of Game Dev resources so it finds the folks who need it most
Contributions to the Ko-Fi also welcome as they help us devote more time to it amidst our projects!
We’re gonna leave the games industry better than we found it 😤
Introducing DNA CODEX: The GameDev Library 🧬
📚 ongoing, always growing, digital archive for all
💸 COMMUNITY-FUNDED and freely accessible
🫡 curated + maintained by DnA Creative (us!)
dnacreative.notion.site/codex
Introducing DNA CODEX: The GameDev Library 🧬
📚 ongoing, always growing, digital archive for all
💸 COMMUNITY-FUNDED and freely accessible
🫡 curated + maintained by DnA Creative (us!)
dnacreative.notion.site/codex
DNA CODEX: The GameDev Library
DNA CODEX is a free digital GameDev Library built and maintained by DnA Creative - a curated and community supported digital archive for game development resources.
dnacreative.notion.site
October 23, 2025 at 8:24 PM
IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!!! 💖🎉
The nicest thing y'all could do for me (if you're so inclined 😊🫶🏾) is to share + signal boost our growing DnA Codex of Game Dev resources so it finds the folks who need it most
Contributions to the Ko-Fi also welcome as they help us devote more time to it amidst our projects!
The nicest thing y'all could do for me (if you're so inclined 😊🫶🏾) is to share + signal boost our growing DnA Codex of Game Dev resources so it finds the folks who need it most
Contributions to the Ko-Fi also welcome as they help us devote more time to it amidst our projects!