Karl Johnson
@karlj.bsky.social
🌈 Principal Software Engineer @cyan.com. Worked on Riven, Myst, Firmament, Obduction, and URU. Squeamish horror enthusiast and often a couch potato.
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Explore 30+ years of video game history in @cyan.com's Myst & Riven Complete Collection, now available @humblebundle.com. A percentage of your purchase will support @breakthrought1dhq.bsky.social’s type 1 diabetes research and advocacy.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Explore 30+ years of video game history in @cyan.com's Myst & Riven Complete Collection, now available @humblebundle.com. A percentage of your purchase will support @breakthrought1dhq.bsky.social’s type 1 diabetes research and advocacy.
Get the bundle: bit.ly/47px0cB
Get the bundle: bit.ly/47px0cB
Starting the day off with these two goofs.
October 4, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Starting the day off with these two goofs.
I had high expectations of Alien Earth after Romulus. It's a mess. They made some choices that made the xenomorph unable to elicit fear or be scary. Characters acted idiotic, often scientists. Deus ex machina everywhere. The credits songs... And I'll take another season.
September 25, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I had high expectations of Alien Earth after Romulus. It's a mess. They made some choices that made the xenomorph unable to elicit fear or be scary. Characters acted idiotic, often scientists. Deus ex machina everywhere. The credits songs... And I'll take another season.
It’s heartbreaking to make this post. This team has been some of the most talented folks I’ve had the privilege and pleasure of working with. If you’re looking to hire game developers, I would vouch for anyone on this list.
#gamedev #gamedevelopment #gaming
#gamedev #gamedevelopment #gaming
Hi all—we're sorry to say that we've had another round of layoffs at Cyan.
We've updated our previously shared sheet to reflect folks still (or newly) looking for opportunities:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NURnVwfeqolPAVN-Dn44UpXZS3bRVMaCNQczIzhIpdc/edit?usp=sharing
We've updated our previously shared sheet to reflect folks still (or newly) looking for opportunities:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NURnVwfeqolPAVN-Dn44UpXZS3bRVMaCNQczIzhIpdc/edit?usp=sharing
Cyan Alumni - PUBLIC Contact Info - Responses
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June 28, 2025 at 6:31 PM
It’s heartbreaking to make this post. This team has been some of the most talented folks I’ve had the privilege and pleasure of working with. If you’re looking to hire game developers, I would vouch for anyone on this list.
#gamedev #gamedevelopment #gaming
#gamedev #gamedevelopment #gaming
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Why did you issue a curfew and a state of emergency over people nonviolently protesting in a public space? For all your nice words, when the moment came, you chose to side not with the people, your constituents, but with ICE. Spokane will not forget.
June 12, 2025 at 4:48 AM
Why did you issue a curfew and a state of emergency over people nonviolently protesting in a public space? For all your nice words, when the moment came, you chose to side not with the people, your constituents, but with ICE. Spokane will not forget.
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OH MY FUCKING GOOOODDDDDDDDD
MATSUNO YOU ARE THE ETERNAL GOAT
MATSUNO YOU ARE THE ETERNAL GOAT
June 4, 2025 at 10:43 PM
OH MY FUCKING GOOOODDDDDDDDD
MATSUNO YOU ARE THE ETERNAL GOAT
MATSUNO YOU ARE THE ETERNAL GOAT
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Pssssst. Patreon members get an early look at our next Library Highlights video, debuting next week
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May 22, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Pssssst. Patreon members get an early look at our next Library Highlights video, debuting next week
www.patreon.com/posts/unseen...
www.patreon.com/posts/unseen...
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May 4, 2025 at 4:41 PM
My partner left his game of Ballionaire on overnight to see where his score would eventually land. It’s still going…
May 3, 2025 at 6:55 PM
My partner left his game of Ballionaire on overnight to see where his score would eventually land. It’s still going…
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Hey friends! I'm selling a BIG BUNCH of my retro games! Pickup from me in Burbank or I can ship (US only) for a small fee. Priced below market value but I might be able to strike a deal with you. DM if interested/have questions! More photos in thread.
Full post: www.facebook.com/KingOfSafari...
Full post: www.facebook.com/KingOfSafari...
April 15, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Hey friends! I'm selling a BIG BUNCH of my retro games! Pickup from me in Burbank or I can ship (US only) for a small fee. Priced below market value but I might be able to strike a deal with you. DM if interested/have questions! More photos in thread.
Full post: www.facebook.com/KingOfSafari...
Full post: www.facebook.com/KingOfSafari...
This is absolutely the worst timeline.
very excited to learn that the constitution allows the federal government to disappear people to foreign gulags beyond the reach of any judicial remedy
NEW: Chief Justice Roberts has issued an administrative stay in the Abrego Garcia case, temporarily relieving the Trump administration of its duty to return him from El Salvador. www.documentcloud.org/documents/25...
April 8, 2025 at 1:43 AM
This is absolutely the worst timeline.
Every day seems like a new low and it's embarrassing. If only we had checks and balances.
April 8, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Every day seems like a new low and it's embarrassing. If only we had checks and balances.
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Sending love to all of my trans friends and to all trans people. I stand behind you and I will fight for you. You are loved. 🏳️⚧️🩵🩷🤍
April 1, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Sending love to all of my trans friends and to all trans people. I stand behind you and I will fight for you. You are loved. 🏳️⚧️🩵🩷🤍
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Come work with us!! 🍁
We're looking for a 3D Gameplay Animator for a fixed-term contract (remote) at our Canadian Studio! 🍁
#indiegames #indiedev #nowhiring #artists #gameart
www.scavengers.ca/journal/now-...
#indiegames #indiedev #nowhiring #artists #gameart
www.scavengers.ca/journal/now-...
March 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Come work with us!! 🍁
I saw someone post a link from the NHTSA about the most American made cars. Looks like the winner is a Kia. www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa....
www.nhtsa.gov
March 24, 2025 at 10:57 PM
I saw someone post a link from the NHTSA about the most American made cars. Looks like the winner is a Kia. www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa....
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Happy Mar10 Day! I genuinely love this Super Mario World tribute I did for Mar10 Day in 2023. I might do some kinda doodle later today to celebrate if I have time, but for now, enjoy this oldie that is also a goodie. 👨🔧🦖❤️
March 10, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Happy Mar10 Day! I genuinely love this Super Mario World tribute I did for Mar10 Day in 2023. I might do some kinda doodle later today to celebrate if I have time, but for now, enjoy this oldie that is also a goodie. 👨🔧🦖❤️
I want this to happen so bad.
Meet the Honda Koraidon!
YouTube video by Honda Powersports-Outdoor Canada
www.youtube.com
March 6, 2025 at 6:38 PM
I want this to happen so bad.
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Anyway, the mmo Myst Online does not require you to spend money today or any day after
mystonline.com/en/
mystonline.com/en/
Myst Online: Uru Live - Home
Myst Online: Uru Live is an open-sourced massively multiplayer online adventure game.
mystonline.com
February 28, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Anyway, the mmo Myst Online does not require you to spend money today or any day after
mystonline.com/en/
mystonline.com/en/
Last night, I had a dream where I was talking with a loved one who passed away. I don’t usually remember dreams, but this one felt so real—like we had just grabbed a cup of coffee together. I feel lucky to hold onto it today.
February 28, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Last night, I had a dream where I was talking with a loved one who passed away. I don’t usually remember dreams, but this one felt so real—like we had just grabbed a cup of coffee together. I feel lucky to hold onto it today.
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The California Fire Relief Bundle is live!! Benefitting survivors of the SoCal wildfires through the Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE). Featuring 400+ games: Tunic! Tangle Tower! Catlateral Damage! Hidden Folks! Cook, Serve, Delicious! And more! $10 minimum!! itch.io/b/2863/calif...
February 27, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The California Fire Relief Bundle is live!! Benefitting survivors of the SoCal wildfires through the Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE). Featuring 400+ games: Tunic! Tangle Tower! Catlateral Damage! Hidden Folks! Cook, Serve, Delicious! And more! $10 minimum!! itch.io/b/2863/calif...
YESSSSSSSS
store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest
store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest
Next Fest February 2025 - LIVE NOW!
Steam Next Fest is a week-long celebration featuring hundreds of FREE playable demos as well as developer livestreams and chats. Players try out upcoming games on Steam pre-release, developers gather ...
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February 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
YESSSSSSSS
store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest
store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest
Thank you @fovlet.bsky.social and @bt1dplay.bsky.social for having me on your stream today! For folks who might be interested in helping and getting a great deal on some games, check out the Game Over T1D sale on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/sale/GameOve...
#gaming #videogames #pcgaming #steam
store.steampowered.com/sale/GameOve...
#gaming #videogames #pcgaming #steam
February 18, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Thank you @fovlet.bsky.social and @bt1dplay.bsky.social for having me on your stream today! For folks who might be interested in helping and getting a great deal on some games, check out the Game Over T1D sale on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/sale/GameOve...
#gaming #videogames #pcgaming #steam
store.steampowered.com/sale/GameOve...
#gaming #videogames #pcgaming #steam
Have you ever had a game idea you were so excited about that you want to tell everyone you know? I have one of those bouncing around in my head right now.
February 18, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Have you ever had a game idea you were so excited about that you want to tell everyone you know? I have one of those bouncing around in my head right now.