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Klardonics
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Game Dev: maker of Overbowed, Idle Time Slime, and Flightless Fables.

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Klardonics @klardonics.bsky.social · Nov 3
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Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe
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Learned how to do symmetric shadowcasting!

#pixelart #indiegame #gamedev #roguelike
December 29, 2025 at 9:10 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Learned how to do symmetric shadowcasting!

#pixelart #indiegame #gamedev #roguelike
December 29, 2025 at 9:10 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Lumping Gen AI in with the real and fascinating study of video game AI is such an insult, especially when search results for "video game AI" just returns AI slop now. I was curious how Dark Souls makes its navmeshes and stupidly searched "Dark Souls AI" on TY, the results were so bad
December 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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danctheduck.bsky.social
The Polaris List is out! Top 100 most personally influential games as listed by senior game designers.

Fascinating trove that is at the root of most modern game designs. What inspires us and why? Spoiler: It ain't all Call of Duty
polarisgamedesign.com/the-polaris-...
The Polaris List
Polaris is a non-profit committed to improving and refining the art and craft of game design. In order to get a snapshot of current game design thinking and reference points, we wondered — what do wor...
polarisgamedesign.com
December 20, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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themilklake.bsky.social
thwomp
December 16, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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Made a bird 🐦

#blender #3D
A 3D render of a purple, low-poly bird character.
December 14, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Learning 3D. This enemy adjusts its shot angle based on projectile speed and gravity, and also leads its shot based on player velocity 🎯

#godot #indiegame #videogames #3D
December 12, 2025 at 10:21 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Still learning Godot, here's a little Star Fox/Rogue Squadron mockup

#indiegame #videogames #Godot
December 1, 2025 at 8:57 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
New great @acerola.gg video

youtu.be/ERiXDhLHxmo?...
What does it mean to be "AI Generated"?
YouTube video by Acerola
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November 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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🎩🤠👒

#indiegame #videogames #cozygames #Steam
November 11, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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🎩🤠👒

#indiegame #videogames #cozygames #Steam
November 11, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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klardonics.bsky.social
Important update (alt text available)
Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe
November 3, 2025 at 8:20 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Important update (alt text available)
Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe Hi all. After thinking carefully, I’ve decided to pause development on Flightless Fables indefinitely. Following the Kickstarter, I found myself experiencing the worst burnout I’ve felt since first pursuing game dev in 2020. Returning to dev was looking bleak until I started learning Godot, and it really feels like my passions align with 3D game development. As I continue learning 3D, I have a 2D prototype in the works that I have yet to share, but it’s something I’m excited about. From now on I will probably avoid frequent posting until I have playable demos of my projects ready. Flightless Fables suffered from this, as even in its current state, it’s still very far from being playable. I want to bring the world of Flightless Fables to life in some capacity - whether that’s 3D, 2D, or something that resembles the current game as you know it. FF actually started out as a top-down Zelda style project. I also think it’s a world that could shine in 3D some day. I apologize about this unfortunate update, but I hope you’ll be there when the bird game finally sees the light of day. -Joe
November 3, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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solluco.bsky.social
"GluMe" 💜✨
Will be released on November 3rd on STEAM!!!

#steamgames #indiegame #gamedev #pixelart
October 28, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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levelupleo.bsky.social
Way ahead of you, my guy
October 28, 2025 at 1:07 AM
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klardonics.bsky.social
My games are on sale!

#videogames #indiegames #pixelart #gaming #Steam
A promotional image for the discounted prices of Idle Time Slime at -80% off and Overbowed at -85% off.
October 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
My games are on sale!

#videogames #indiegames #pixelart #gaming #Steam
A promotional image for the discounted prices of Idle Time Slime at -80% off and Overbowed at -85% off.
October 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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klardonics.bsky.social
🐦🍂
An illustration of Pebble, a purple bird adventurer, wearing a green scarf and holding a sword. Feathers fall behind him as he runs.
October 17, 2025 at 6:39 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
🐦🍂
An illustration of Pebble, a purple bird adventurer, wearing a green scarf and holding a sword. Feathers fall behind him as he runs.
October 17, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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Alchemist's Alcove is participating in the #SteamNextFest!
fartfish.itch.io FartFish @fartfish.itch.io · Aug 4
The Steam page for Alchemist's Alcove is UP!!!!

Alchemist's Alcove is an Open World Traditional Roguelike where you craft spells and tools from the remains of your fallen enemies.

Wishlist link below!!

#gamedev #roguelike
October 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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jakobscott.bsky.social
Monumentum comes out on 10/31! Celebrate spooky season and experience the horrors of gravity! #gamedev #indiegame #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #pixelart
October 11, 2025 at 10:06 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Obligatory slimes

#indiegame #pixelart #videogames #gamedev
October 8, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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sinksadventure.bsky.social
My new open world precision "batformer" Vampire's Best Friend is out now on Steam and itch with a 10% launch discount!

Vampire hunters are after a mischievous vampire girl, and it's up to her pet bat to save the day!
October 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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klardonics.bsky.social
Took a break from game dev for a bit, now I'm getting back into the groove of things with a tiny ARPG prototype! 🕹️

#indiegame #pixelart #gamedev #ARPG
October 2, 2025 at 10:44 PM
klardonics.bsky.social
Took a break from game dev for a bit, now I'm getting back into the groove of things with a tiny ARPG prototype! 🕹️

#indiegame #pixelart #gamedev #ARPG
October 2, 2025 at 10:44 PM