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Abdul Fawaz
@fazwaz.bsky.social
· Jan 14
With the Release of Hyper Light Breaker I can finally share my animation work! It was a great experience working with the team @heartmachine.bsky.social. Looking forward to seeing what they cook up during the early access period.
#animation #gameanimation #gamedev
#animation #gameanimation #gamedev
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The Terrible Layoff Beast has come for me and I no longer work for Heart Machine. It was a good team, I'm sad I won't get to work with them anymore.
If you're looking for a game designer, I'm available for full time gigs and consulting. I'm pretty OK at it.
I'll have more info to share in a bit.
If you're looking for a game designer, I'm available for full time gigs and consulting. I'm pretty OK at it.
I'll have more info to share in a bit.
October 28, 2025 at 8:32 PM
The Terrible Layoff Beast has come for me and I no longer work for Heart Machine. It was a good team, I'm sad I won't get to work with them anymore.
If you're looking for a game designer, I'm available for full time gigs and consulting. I'm pretty OK at it.
I'll have more info to share in a bit.
If you're looking for a game designer, I'm available for full time gigs and consulting. I'm pretty OK at it.
I'll have more info to share in a bit.
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After 7.5 years, my time making music & sound at @heartmachine.bsky.social is ending w/ the recent layoffs.
I'd love to keep pushing boundaries -- please reach out if you think I can help solve your audio problems, especially if you're doing something artistically wild.
RTs appreciated 🙏
I'd love to keep pushing boundaries -- please reach out if you think I can help solve your audio problems, especially if you're doing something artistically wild.
RTs appreciated 🙏
Troupe Gammage Music Reel
YouTube video by troupe gammage
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October 20, 2025 at 4:45 PM
After 7.5 years, my time making music & sound at @heartmachine.bsky.social is ending w/ the recent layoffs.
I'd love to keep pushing boundaries -- please reach out if you think I can help solve your audio problems, especially if you're doing something artistically wild.
RTs appreciated 🙏
I'd love to keep pushing boundaries -- please reach out if you think I can help solve your audio problems, especially if you're doing something artistically wild.
RTs appreciated 🙏
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My time at Heart Machine has sadly come to a rather abrupt end. I was there for almost 6 years, & had been working on Breaker since summer 2020. It was a pleasure working with them!
Now, a new chapter begins.
Now, a new chapter begins.
October 29, 2025 at 2:05 PM
My time at Heart Machine has sadly come to a rather abrupt end. I was there for almost 6 years, & had been working on Breaker since summer 2020. It was a pleasure working with them!
Now, a new chapter begins.
Now, a new chapter begins.
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My heart is heavy & I might have more to say on that later, but I've got news today that my time at Heart Machine will come to an end after POSSESSOR(S) ships.
I'm honestly too busy... literally shipping the game to start actively looking for work, but I'll be looking for my next gig in December. 🥲
I'm honestly too busy... literally shipping the game to start actively looking for work, but I'll be looking for my next gig in December. 🥲
October 28, 2025 at 11:10 PM
My heart is heavy & I might have more to say on that later, but I've got news today that my time at Heart Machine will come to an end after POSSESSOR(S) ships.
I'm honestly too busy... literally shipping the game to start actively looking for work, but I'll be looking for my next gig in December. 🥲
I'm honestly too busy... literally shipping the game to start actively looking for work, but I'll be looking for my next gig in December. 🥲
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I just wanted to post, I'm laid off. Just shouting into the void of the internet! It was a beautiful and wonderful team of people to work with at HM.
October 28, 2025 at 8:06 PM
I just wanted to post, I'm laid off. Just shouting into the void of the internet! It was a beautiful and wonderful team of people to work with at HM.
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The layoffs have come for me and time at Heart Machine will be wrapping up at the end of the month.
If you're looking for a Technical Artist with experience in Houdini, Unreal, Unity, Python, VEX and C++, lets chat. 🫡
(portfolio updates incoming)
randireynolds.artstation.com
If you're looking for a Technical Artist with experience in Houdini, Unreal, Unity, Python, VEX and C++, lets chat. 🫡
(portfolio updates incoming)
randireynolds.artstation.com
October 9, 2025 at 6:28 PM
The layoffs have come for me and time at Heart Machine will be wrapping up at the end of the month.
If you're looking for a Technical Artist with experience in Houdini, Unreal, Unity, Python, VEX and C++, lets chat. 🫡
(portfolio updates incoming)
randireynolds.artstation.com
If you're looking for a Technical Artist with experience in Houdini, Unreal, Unity, Python, VEX and C++, lets chat. 🫡
(portfolio updates incoming)
randireynolds.artstation.com
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Hi friends. Unfortunately, my time at Heart Machine is coming to an end. I’m seeking a new role and would appreciate your support. Saying goodbye to such a talented team is difficult, but I am excited for the next adventure. <3
I'll have more info soon.
Thanks everyone. Stay strong out there.
I'll have more info soon.
Thanks everyone. Stay strong out there.
October 9, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Hi friends. Unfortunately, my time at Heart Machine is coming to an end. I’m seeking a new role and would appreciate your support. Saying goodbye to such a talented team is difficult, but I am excited for the next adventure. <3
I'll have more info soon.
Thanks everyone. Stay strong out there.
I'll have more info soon.
Thanks everyone. Stay strong out there.
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Hey friends - my time at Heart Machine is ending after nearly 6 years. It’s difficult to say goodbye to a studio that has seen so much growth in myself and others.
If you know of any studios hiring for audio lead or senior roles, please send them my way. DMs are open!
#AudioJobs #OpenToWork
If you know of any studios hiring for audio lead or senior roles, please send them my way. DMs are open!
#AudioJobs #OpenToWork
October 7, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Hey friends - my time at Heart Machine is ending after nearly 6 years. It’s difficult to say goodbye to a studio that has seen so much growth in myself and others.
If you know of any studios hiring for audio lead or senior roles, please send them my way. DMs are open!
#AudioJobs #OpenToWork
If you know of any studios hiring for audio lead or senior roles, please send them my way. DMs are open!
#AudioJobs #OpenToWork
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It's that time again, folks. I have been told I will be let go from Heart Machine next week. The people there have been amazing friends and coworkers and anyone else who has been affected deserves all the love and support.
I will be updating my portfolio soon; any Env Art leads would be appreciated
I will be updating my portfolio soon; any Env Art leads would be appreciated
October 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
It's that time again, folks. I have been told I will be let go from Heart Machine next week. The people there have been amazing friends and coworkers and anyone else who has been affected deserves all the love and support.
I will be updating my portfolio soon; any Env Art leads would be appreciated
I will be updating my portfolio soon; any Env Art leads would be appreciated
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Learned that I am being laid off from Heart Machine, and will be leaving the studio later this month.
Do you need a contractor? I've got a track record of leading scope-friendly script revisions late in dev. I have also done a lot of consulting on new IPs and pitches/demos. Feel free to DM me!
Do you need a contractor? I've got a track record of leading scope-friendly script revisions late in dev. I have also done a lot of consulting on new IPs and pitches/demos. Feel free to DM me!
October 7, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Learned that I am being laid off from Heart Machine, and will be leaving the studio later this month.
Do you need a contractor? I've got a track record of leading scope-friendly script revisions late in dev. I have also done a lot of consulting on new IPs and pitches/demos. Feel free to DM me!
Do you need a contractor? I've got a track record of leading scope-friendly script revisions late in dev. I have also done a lot of consulting on new IPs and pitches/demos. Feel free to DM me!
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Can't believe I'm saying this again so soon, but I've been laid off from Heart Machine.
Please check out Possessor(s) on Nov 11th, I'm incredibly excited for you all to experience what I've been working so hard on the past year.
Gonna just keep on moving forward and makin art
mattgraczykart.com
Please check out Possessor(s) on Nov 11th, I'm incredibly excited for you all to experience what I've been working so hard on the past year.
Gonna just keep on moving forward and makin art
mattgraczykart.com
Matt Graczyk - Environment Artist
mattgraczykart.com
September 29, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Can't believe I'm saying this again so soon, but I've been laid off from Heart Machine.
Please check out Possessor(s) on Nov 11th, I'm incredibly excited for you all to experience what I've been working so hard on the past year.
Gonna just keep on moving forward and makin art
mattgraczykart.com
Please check out Possessor(s) on Nov 11th, I'm incredibly excited for you all to experience what I've been working so hard on the past year.
Gonna just keep on moving forward and makin art
mattgraczykart.com
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This is how I learn that I can wishlist my own game on PS5 now.
You should, too. 🥰
(and Steam, pls do both, kthxbye)
You should, too. 🥰
(and Steam, pls do both, kthxbye)
Possessor(s) is an upcoming search action game from @heartmachine.bsky.social published by @devolverdigital.com. You play as Luca, a girl allied with a demon named Rhem. Smash, swing, and fight your way across Sanzu City to get Rhem home to his dimension.
Wishlist Possessor(s) on Steam + PS5.
Wishlist Possessor(s) on Steam + PS5.
September 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
This is how I learn that I can wishlist my own game on PS5 now.
You should, too. 🥰
(and Steam, pls do both, kthxbye)
You should, too. 🥰
(and Steam, pls do both, kthxbye)
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I don't have the proper words to say more than this now but
I was just laid off. My role at Giant Squid is being eliminated.
If your studio is looking for an environment artist, please let me know ASAP. I have 5+ years of experience.
thank you
I was just laid off. My role at Giant Squid is being eliminated.
If your studio is looking for an environment artist, please let me know ASAP. I have 5+ years of experience.
thank you
August 25, 2025 at 6:31 PM
I don't have the proper words to say more than this now but
I was just laid off. My role at Giant Squid is being eliminated.
If your studio is looking for an environment artist, please let me know ASAP. I have 5+ years of experience.
thank you
I was just laid off. My role at Giant Squid is being eliminated.
If your studio is looking for an environment artist, please let me know ASAP. I have 5+ years of experience.
thank you
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Arachnophobes beware 🕷️ This spider’s got some nasty new attacks, and if all else fails, he’ll spin to win. These were a blast to animate and are gonna feel nasty in-game. #animation #indiedev #gamedev #fgc
July 30, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Arachnophobes beware 🕷️ This spider’s got some nasty new attacks, and if all else fails, he’ll spin to win. These were a blast to animate and are gonna feel nasty in-game. #animation #indiedev #gamedev #fgc
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Assortment of animations for the Lethal Company worker! Had a lot of fun with these
July 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Assortment of animations for the Lethal Company worker! Had a lot of fun with these
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Gonna parks this here, it's a pretty good spot to stop. Little dino is feeling neglected.
#animation
#animation
May 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Gonna parks this here, it's a pretty good spot to stop. Little dino is feeling neglected.
#animation
#animation
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Haven't uploaded an updated Showreel in a while, so here we go! ~
Still on the lookout for a new challenge and new team to join, so if you're looking for a gameplay animator with plenty of experience digging around in blueprints, state machines and sequencer, please reach out! 🌟
#animation #games
Still on the lookout for a new challenge and new team to join, so if you're looking for a gameplay animator with plenty of experience digging around in blueprints, state machines and sequencer, please reach out! 🌟
#animation #games
May 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Haven't uploaded an updated Showreel in a while, so here we go! ~
Still on the lookout for a new challenge and new team to join, so if you're looking for a gameplay animator with plenty of experience digging around in blueprints, state machines and sequencer, please reach out! 🌟
#animation #games
Still on the lookout for a new challenge and new team to join, so if you're looking for a gameplay animator with plenty of experience digging around in blueprints, state machines and sequencer, please reach out! 🌟
#animation #games
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🚨🚨🚨BLUESKY WE ARE LIVE!!!!🚨🚨🚨
Do you like little critters? 🐭 Quaint Victorian-esque English countryside? 🌳🌳Farming, town building... maybe even...dressing them up?🎩 Boy, have I got the Kickstarter for you!
PLEASE SUPPORT US!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/nea...
Do you like little critters? 🐭 Quaint Victorian-esque English countryside? 🌳🌳Farming, town building... maybe even...dressing them up?🎩 Boy, have I got the Kickstarter for you!
PLEASE SUPPORT US!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/nea...
Hawthorn
Former Bethesda & BioWare devs bring you a nostalgic, co-op sandbox RPG of woodland animals, adventure, friendship, and village life.
www.kickstarter.com
May 6, 2025 at 8:32 PM
🚨🚨🚨BLUESKY WE ARE LIVE!!!!🚨🚨🚨
Do you like little critters? 🐭 Quaint Victorian-esque English countryside? 🌳🌳Farming, town building... maybe even...dressing them up?🎩 Boy, have I got the Kickstarter for you!
PLEASE SUPPORT US!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/nea...
Do you like little critters? 🐭 Quaint Victorian-esque English countryside? 🌳🌳Farming, town building... maybe even...dressing them up?🎩 Boy, have I got the Kickstarter for you!
PLEASE SUPPORT US!
www.kickstarter.com/projects/nea...
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The Buried Below update, the first major Early Access update for Hyper Light Breaker, is available now -- download it TODAY! 🙌
📜 Check out a message from the dev team and patch notes here: bit.ly/4iAMjTq
📺 ICYMI check out the trailer: bit.ly/42I50i0
📜 Check out a message from the dev team and patch notes here: bit.ly/4iAMjTq
📺 ICYMI check out the trailer: bit.ly/42I50i0
Hyper Light Breaker - Buried Below Update Now Live - Patch Notes - Steam News
The Buried Below update, the first major update for Hyper Light Breaker in Early Access, is now live! The update features a slew of new content and major gameplay improvements.
bit.ly
April 29, 2025 at 4:42 PM
The Buried Below update, the first major Early Access update for Hyper Light Breaker, is available now -- download it TODAY! 🙌
📜 Check out a message from the dev team and patch notes here: bit.ly/4iAMjTq
📺 ICYMI check out the trailer: bit.ly/42I50i0
📜 Check out a message from the dev team and patch notes here: bit.ly/4iAMjTq
📺 ICYMI check out the trailer: bit.ly/42I50i0
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new combo finisher and some dashing mechanics and such ..
April 21, 2025 at 6:43 PM
new combo finisher and some dashing mechanics and such ..
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What a whirlwind!~
I’m so happy for the world to finally see Marathon! It was apparent from the start that we were making something really special.
1/4
I’m so happy for the world to finally see Marathon! It was apparent from the start that we were making something really special.
1/4
April 12, 2025 at 6:12 PM
What a whirlwind!~
I’m so happy for the world to finally see Marathon! It was apparent from the start that we were making something really special.
1/4
I’m so happy for the world to finally see Marathon! It was apparent from the start that we were making something really special.
1/4
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Adobe situation was pretty funny
April 9, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Adobe situation was pretty funny
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My favourite by far
April 9, 2025 at 10:16 PM
My favourite by far