Mike Stout
@mikedodgerstout.bsky.social
Video game designer for 23+ years.
Ratchet and Clank, Skylanders, Crash 4 and more.
Ratchet and Clank, Skylanders, Crash 4 and more.
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As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
November 13, 2025 at 11:33 AM
As of this morning, Starbucks workers across the country are officially ON STRIKE. And we're prepared for this to become the biggest and longest ULP strike in Starbucks history.
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
Say #NoContractNoCoffee with us: DON'T BUY STARBUCKS for the duration of our open-ended ULP strike! $SBUX
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Come watch this stream!!! Super cool people are involved and it’s all to battle childhood cancer! If you’re a D&D and/or Star Trek fan, it’s always a great time!
6 adventurers fight to stop an unimaginable evil. Sunday join me, Jeri Ryan, Melissa Navia, Eugene Cordero, Kris Hansen and Dave Calverly as we play #dungeonanddragons and battle Childhood cancer with @pablovefoundation 11/9 5pm pacific on www.twitch.tv/miniterraindomain
Watch donate join the fight!
Watch donate join the fight!
November 10, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Come watch this stream!!! Super cool people are involved and it’s all to battle childhood cancer! If you’re a D&D and/or Star Trek fan, it’s always a great time!
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Check out this super cool game! Made by a MOM!!!
#PitchYaGame
Help animals find their lost items in this 3D Hidden Object Game! It features many varied and super detailed levels to explore with over 1000+ optional items to find and lots more!
#indiegames
store.steampowered.com/app/3030650/...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHoB...
Help animals find their lost items in this 3D Hidden Object Game! It features many varied and super detailed levels to explore with over 1000+ optional items to find and lots more!
#indiegames
store.steampowered.com/app/3030650/...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHoB...
Fantastic Findings Gameplay Trailer
YouTube video by Shapeshift Entertainment
www.youtube.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Check out this super cool game! Made by a MOM!!!
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Apocalypse World: Burned Over
The 3rd edition of the groundbreaking original.
www.kickstarter.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Guess Who's Back? ;) - Crash Bandicoot 4: Its About Time LIVESTREAM
YouTube video by Canadian Guy Eh
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Halloween's right around the corner! Want to do a little virtual Ghost Hunting to celebrate the season? Ghost Hunter Simulator is available in Early Access on Steam!
Not sure about it? We've got a Demo, so you can check it out for free and see what's what!
#indiegames #ghosthunting #halloween
Not sure about it? We've got a Demo, so you can check it out for free and see what's what!
#indiegames #ghosthunting #halloween
October 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Halloween's right around the corner! Want to do a little virtual Ghost Hunting to celebrate the season? Ghost Hunter Simulator is available in Early Access on Steam!
Not sure about it? We've got a Demo, so you can check it out for free and see what's what!
#indiegames #ghosthunting #halloween
Not sure about it? We've got a Demo, so you can check it out for free and see what's what!
#indiegames #ghosthunting #halloween
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I know it's a jungle out there, but here's a really important contract role on the team:
careers.blizzard.com/global/en/jo...
careers.blizzard.com/global/en/jo...
Senior Character Artist (TEMP), World of Warcraft | Irvine, CA, Boston, MA or remote in Irvine, California, United States of America | Art / Animation at Blizzard Entertainment
Apply for Senior Character Artist (TEMP), World of Warcraft | Irvine, CA, Boston, MA or remote job with Blizzard Entertainment in Irvine, California, United States of America. Art / Animation at Blizz...
careers.blizzard.com
October 28, 2025 at 7:47 PM
I know it's a jungle out there, but here's a really important contract role on the team:
careers.blizzard.com/global/en/jo...
careers.blizzard.com/global/en/jo...
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OK, I'm gonna be a nerd about it because I want the game to get the press cuz the team deserves a shout-out (even if my writing gets dragged, DRAG AWAY)
SO - dignity tossed aside - @pcgamer.com, @rockpapershotgun.bsky.social - wanna play The Lonesome Guild?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
SO - dignity tossed aside - @pcgamer.com, @rockpapershotgun.bsky.social - wanna play The Lonesome Guild?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
The Lonesome Guild - Launch Trailer | PS5 Games
YouTube video by PlayStation
www.youtube.com
October 28, 2025 at 1:54 AM
OK, I'm gonna be a nerd about it because I want the game to get the press cuz the team deserves a shout-out (even if my writing gets dragged, DRAG AWAY)
SO - dignity tossed aside - @pcgamer.com, @rockpapershotgun.bsky.social - wanna play The Lonesome Guild?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
SO - dignity tossed aside - @pcgamer.com, @rockpapershotgun.bsky.social - wanna play The Lonesome Guild?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
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HEY A GAME I WAS THE MAIN WRITER ON JUST CAME OUT AND I AM VERY PROUD OF IT please check it out <3
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
The Lonesome Guild - Launch Trailer | PS5 Games
YouTube video by PlayStation
www.youtube.com
October 24, 2025 at 5:34 PM
HEY A GAME I WAS THE MAIN WRITER ON JUST CAME OUT AND I AM VERY PROUD OF IT please check it out <3
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmqN...
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We do also want to call out - We KNOW there's bugs and jank! Please report them and we'll fix them asap. :D
October 24, 2025 at 5:50 PM
We do also want to call out - We KNOW there's bugs and jank! Please report them and we'll fix them asap. :D
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Ever wanted to see what an indie game made by three game designers and an entomologist, in Unreal, using nothing but asset packs and blueprints looks like?
Here's your chance. :D
Here's your chance. :D
October 24, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Ever wanted to see what an indie game made by three game designers and an entomologist, in Unreal, using nothing but asset packs and blueprints looks like?
Here's your chance. :D
Here's your chance. :D
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Tomorrow during the stream - Kim will be giving away 10 codes for Ghost Hunter Simulator! We'll be talking about the game, it's inspirations, and what we'll be working on for the next couple of months!
www.twitch.tv/emberdione
www.twitch.tv/emberdione
October 24, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Tomorrow during the stream - Kim will be giving away 10 codes for Ghost Hunter Simulator! We'll be talking about the game, it's inspirations, and what we'll be working on for the next couple of months!
www.twitch.tv/emberdione
www.twitch.tv/emberdione
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October 23, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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My partner and I are trying to get a second vehicle so we can increase our income. Every bit helps! (Plus it’s my birthday on Sunday 👀👀👀)
Commissions are also open!
Commissions are also open!
This is just one of my periodic reminders that if you do enjoy my work and want to help support me beyond likes, comments, and sharing that I do have a ko-fi where donations can be made. It is NEVER required but always appreciated ❤️❤️❤️ ko-fi.com/melthehoneybee
October 21, 2025 at 2:14 AM
My partner and I are trying to get a second vehicle so we can increase our income. Every bit helps! (Plus it’s my birthday on Sunday 👀👀👀)
Commissions are also open!
Commissions are also open!
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I recently finished up this D&D commission for a friend of their dwarf bard. It’s always a fun challenge when I get to work on a background! #art #dungeonsanddragons
October 14, 2025 at 6:12 PM
I recently finished up this D&D commission for a friend of their dwarf bard. It’s always a fun challenge when I get to work on a background! #art #dungeonsanddragons
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Things that cost nothing - but is a HUGE help for any and all indie devs:
Wishlisting - it gives games data to show publishers there is interest.
Leave a Review - ESPECIALLY if you liked the game. Reviews on steam lead to the algo serving you up to others.
Reposting - it's an attention economy.
Wishlisting - it gives games data to show publishers there is interest.
Leave a Review - ESPECIALLY if you liked the game. Reviews on steam lead to the algo serving you up to others.
Reposting - it's an attention economy.
October 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Things that cost nothing - but is a HUGE help for any and all indie devs:
Wishlisting - it gives games data to show publishers there is interest.
Leave a Review - ESPECIALLY if you liked the game. Reviews on steam lead to the algo serving you up to others.
Reposting - it's an attention economy.
Wishlisting - it gives games data to show publishers there is interest.
Leave a Review - ESPECIALLY if you liked the game. Reviews on steam lead to the algo serving you up to others.
Reposting - it's an attention economy.
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This is my go to now for people who ask. It's well organized, covers everything I would, and Craig keeps it updated. It makes it super easy to give to parents, random peeps who ask me in lines, and students who show up to my stream.
Huge thanks to Craig for doing the work.
Huge thanks to Craig for doing the work.
Update time for www.startmakinggames.com
A one stop shop for 100% free curated information that answers the question - 'How do I get started in game design?'
As always please share! As a self run passion project for the last 8 years, your help is the only way the site spreads!
#Gamedev #Indiedev
A one stop shop for 100% free curated information that answers the question - 'How do I get started in game design?'
As always please share! As a self run passion project for the last 8 years, your help is the only way the site spreads!
#Gamedev #Indiedev
October 14, 2025 at 9:41 PM
This is my go to now for people who ask. It's well organized, covers everything I would, and Craig keeps it updated. It makes it super easy to give to parents, random peeps who ask me in lines, and students who show up to my stream.
Huge thanks to Craig for doing the work.
Huge thanks to Craig for doing the work.
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Feeling the fall vibes? Want to get your spooky on?
Do I have the Demo for you!
Do I have the Demo for you!
The Ghost Hunter Simulator DEMO is live on Steam! Go forth and Ghost Hunt! Happy #NextFest everyone!
store.steampowered.com/app/4079080/...
#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame
store.steampowered.com/app/4079080/...
#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame
October 13, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Feeling the fall vibes? Want to get your spooky on?
Do I have the Demo for you!
Do I have the Demo for you!
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I used to get mad when people misused "decimated" to refer to things that weren't 1/10th destroyed, but I've given it some thought and now I've done a complete 360 on it
October 11, 2025 at 12:40 PM
I used to get mad when people misused "decimated" to refer to things that weren't 1/10th destroyed, but I've given it some thought and now I've done a complete 360 on it
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It's my final stream before I take my 2 week vacation, so come on on by, say Hi and bye! We're continuing where we left off on Crash 4!
WATCH LIVE -----> youtu.be/c42pFCGbqDw
WATCH LIVE -----> youtu.be/c42pFCGbqDw
Final Stream Before Vacation - Crash Bandicoot 4: Its About Time LIVESTREAM
YouTube video by Canadian Guy Eh
youtu.be
October 10, 2025 at 11:41 PM
It's my final stream before I take my 2 week vacation, so come on on by, say Hi and bye! We're continuing where we left off on Crash 4!
WATCH LIVE -----> youtu.be/c42pFCGbqDw
WATCH LIVE -----> youtu.be/c42pFCGbqDw
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Laura is one of the most talented and collaborative writers AND leaders I’ve ever had the fortune to work with.
Your entire studio is better if she is there. Hire her.
Your entire studio is better if she is there. Hire her.
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 10:49 PM
Laura is one of the most talented and collaborative writers AND leaders I’ve ever had the fortune to work with.
Your entire studio is better if she is there. Hire her.
Your entire studio is better if she is there. Hire her.
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Ladies and Gentlemen, I had the absolute honor to Interview the Voice of the Legendary thief Sly Cooper; Kevin Miller! We talk about how he got the role, favorite memories, and what a Hypothetical Sly 5 Could look like!
Let's talk about it!
WATCH ----> youtu.be/6MGM-uVkjds
@thekevinmiller.com
Let's talk about it!
WATCH ----> youtu.be/6MGM-uVkjds
@thekevinmiller.com
The Voice of Sly Cooper - Kevin Miller EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
YouTube video by Canadian Guy Eh
youtu.be
October 3, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Ladies and Gentlemen, I had the absolute honor to Interview the Voice of the Legendary thief Sly Cooper; Kevin Miller! We talk about how he got the role, favorite memories, and what a Hypothetical Sly 5 Could look like!
Let's talk about it!
WATCH ----> youtu.be/6MGM-uVkjds
@thekevinmiller.com
Let's talk about it!
WATCH ----> youtu.be/6MGM-uVkjds
@thekevinmiller.com
Happy birthday to Crash 4!
5 years, wow.
5 years, wow.
October 3, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Happy birthday to Crash 4!
5 years, wow.
5 years, wow.
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We are Live! Playing Crash 4 on the PS5; no mods, just the straight OG Game.
Happy 5th anniversary Crash 4!
WATCH -----> youtu.be/K7JSxKt4oQ4
Happy 5th anniversary Crash 4!
WATCH -----> youtu.be/K7JSxKt4oQ4
October 2, 2025 at 11:55 PM
We are Live! Playing Crash 4 on the PS5; no mods, just the straight OG Game.
Happy 5th anniversary Crash 4!
WATCH -----> youtu.be/K7JSxKt4oQ4
Happy 5th anniversary Crash 4!
WATCH -----> youtu.be/K7JSxKt4oQ4