Nicholas Routhier
@nyksterr.bsky.social
Montreal game developer. Co-founder of Metric Empire, makers of Battle Shapers.
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Hey #PitchYaGame! Battle Shapers is an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Hades, and Megaman.
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
#indiegaming #gamedev #MadeWithUnity
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
#indiegaming #gamedev #MadeWithUnity
November 7, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Hey #PitchYaGame! Battle Shapers is an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Hades, and Megaman.
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
#indiegaming #gamedev #MadeWithUnity
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
#indiegaming #gamedev #MadeWithUnity
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Battle Shapers 🤝🏼 #OneSpecialDay Charity Bundle!
Eight games unite to help improve the lives of physically disabled people worldwide, organized by @greenmangaming.com & @specialeffect.org.uk
Link: bit.ly/46UYqHo
#FPSroguelite #GameDev #IndieGames
Eight games unite to help improve the lives of physically disabled people worldwide, organized by @greenmangaming.com & @specialeffect.org.uk
Link: bit.ly/46UYqHo
#FPSroguelite #GameDev #IndieGames
October 1, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Battle Shapers 🤝🏼 #OneSpecialDay Charity Bundle!
Eight games unite to help improve the lives of physically disabled people worldwide, organized by @greenmangaming.com & @specialeffect.org.uk
Link: bit.ly/46UYqHo
#FPSroguelite #GameDev #IndieGames
Eight games unite to help improve the lives of physically disabled people worldwide, organized by @greenmangaming.com & @specialeffect.org.uk
Link: bit.ly/46UYqHo
#FPSroguelite #GameDev #IndieGames
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🐏 We only named it the Battering Ram ‘cause calling it the 🐐 would’ve been too obvious. Gain effects on Crit? Last shot deals X% bonus damage? Come on. #fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
July 30, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🐏 We only named it the Battering Ram ‘cause calling it the 🐐 would’ve been too obvious. Gain effects on Crit? Last shot deals X% bonus damage? Come on. #fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
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🦫Oh, Canada! Head over to Steam to check out 300+ games from Canadian studios on sale. #fpsroguelite #indiegames #gamedev
July 1, 2025 at 6:50 PM
🦫Oh, Canada! Head over to Steam to check out 300+ games from Canadian studios on sale. #fpsroguelite #indiegames #gamedev
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Worship is coming to Early Access on July 16th, on STEAM.
Do you have what it takes to Worship the Eldritch?
Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/1548180/...
#cosmichorror #cultgame #indiegame #pcgamingshow #gaming #videogame
Do you have what it takes to Worship the Eldritch?
Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/1548180/...
#cosmichorror #cultgame #indiegame #pcgamingshow #gaming #videogame
June 8, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Worship is coming to Early Access on July 16th, on STEAM.
Do you have what it takes to Worship the Eldritch?
Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/1548180/...
#cosmichorror #cultgame #indiegame #pcgamingshow #gaming #videogame
Do you have what it takes to Worship the Eldritch?
Wishlist now:
store.steampowered.com/app/1548180/...
#cosmichorror #cultgame #indiegame #pcgamingshow #gaming #videogame
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🥊 Battle Shapers 🔫 is an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Hades, and Megaman!
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
Demo: s.team/a/1421290
#PitchYaGame #MadeWithUnity #indiegames #gamedev
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
Demo: s.team/a/1421290
#PitchYaGame #MadeWithUnity #indiegames #gamedev
June 6, 2025 at 1:14 PM
🥊 Battle Shapers 🔫 is an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Hades, and Megaman!
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
Demo: s.team/a/1421290
#PitchYaGame #MadeWithUnity #indiegames #gamedev
💥 ACTION-packed sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with a giant fist
👾 STEAL Overlords’ abilities for yourself
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
Demo: s.team/a/1421290
#PitchYaGame #MadeWithUnity #indiegames #gamedev
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It's a day of 720s; we hit 720 Steam Reviews and we've had over 720 unique players battle through our Daily Challenge feature introduced 2 weeks ago!
That's a lot of Shapers.
We say it often, but it's because we mean it.
Thank you all for your support. 🙏
#fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
That's a lot of Shapers.
We say it often, but it's because we mean it.
Thank you all for your support. 🙏
#fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
April 16, 2025 at 8:29 PM
It's a day of 720s; we hit 720 Steam Reviews and we've had over 720 unique players battle through our Daily Challenge feature introduced 2 weeks ago!
That's a lot of Shapers.
We say it often, but it's because we mean it.
Thank you all for your support. 🙏
#fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
That's a lot of Shapers.
We say it often, but it's because we mean it.
Thank you all for your support. 🙏
#fpsroguelite #gamedev #indiegames
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Battle Shapers is all about bulid variety and adapting in the middle of a run when you find that perfect weapon or ability modifier.
But what if we had to use only what we were given when leaving the hideout? Or just the worst weapon in the game?
Sure, why not. I'll do both.
youtu.be/xOzrm0jd7dw
But what if we had to use only what we were given when leaving the hideout? Or just the worst weapon in the game?
Sure, why not. I'll do both.
youtu.be/xOzrm0jd7dw
Can You Beat BATTLE SHAPERS With Only Starter Gear?
YouTube video by The Backlogs
youtu.be
March 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Battle Shapers is all about bulid variety and adapting in the middle of a run when you find that perfect weapon or ability modifier.
But what if we had to use only what we were given when leaving the hideout? Or just the worst weapon in the game?
Sure, why not. I'll do both.
youtu.be/xOzrm0jd7dw
But what if we had to use only what we were given when leaving the hideout? Or just the worst weapon in the game?
Sure, why not. I'll do both.
youtu.be/xOzrm0jd7dw
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The hardest thing in modern game dev is breaking through the noise so we’re doing everything we can, even buying oldskool billboards. Each click is a donation from us to mental health charities.
March 17, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The hardest thing in modern game dev is breaking through the noise so we’re doing everything we can, even buying oldskool billboards. Each click is a donation from us to mental health charities.
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You don't have to haul yourself down to Hucks to enjoy this tune! 🎵
Let the soothing beeps and boops of our store's theme get you in the mood to spend those credits - there might be just the upgrade you need in stock! 💸
tiny.cc/beatstofight...
Let the soothing beeps and boops of our store's theme get you in the mood to spend those credits - there might be just the upgrade you need in stock! 💸
tiny.cc/beatstofight...
March 11, 2025 at 4:40 PM
You don't have to haul yourself down to Hucks to enjoy this tune! 🎵
Let the soothing beeps and boops of our store's theme get you in the mood to spend those credits - there might be just the upgrade you need in stock! 💸
tiny.cc/beatstofight...
Let the soothing beeps and boops of our store's theme get you in the mood to spend those credits - there might be just the upgrade you need in stock! 💸
tiny.cc/beatstofight...
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If you're in the mood for some beats to fight bots to, or need more official game OSTs to complete your study playlist, then look no further! 💜🎧
We'll be adding a new track every week from our official OST to our YouTube & social channels; here is our first!
Full version: tiny.cc/beatstofight...
We'll be adding a new track every week from our official OST to our YouTube & social channels; here is our first!
Full version: tiny.cc/beatstofight...
February 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
If you're in the mood for some beats to fight bots to, or need more official game OSTs to complete your study playlist, then look no further! 💜🎧
We'll be adding a new track every week from our official OST to our YouTube & social channels; here is our first!
Full version: tiny.cc/beatstofight...
We'll be adding a new track every week from our official OST to our YouTube & social channels; here is our first!
Full version: tiny.cc/beatstofight...
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They might only be grunts, but they are the backbone of the Overlords' forces.
Don't underestimate them, and be sure to avoid the feet! They like to kick. 🦶
Don't underestimate them, and be sure to avoid the feet! They like to kick. 🦶
February 17, 2025 at 11:12 PM
They might only be grunts, but they are the backbone of the Overlords' forces.
Don't underestimate them, and be sure to avoid the feet! They like to kick. 🦶
Don't underestimate them, and be sure to avoid the feet! They like to kick. 🦶
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A shaper needs a good weapon to bring down the bots corrupting New Elysium, and an axe that explodes in a giant ball of flames is sure to get the job done.
This ain't your normal fire axe. 🔥🪓
This ain't your normal fire axe. 🔥🪓
February 11, 2025 at 11:09 PM
A shaper needs a good weapon to bring down the bots corrupting New Elysium, and an axe that explodes in a giant ball of flames is sure to get the job done.
This ain't your normal fire axe. 🔥🪓
This ain't your normal fire axe. 🔥🪓
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Plz wishlist! store.steampowered.com/news/app/278...
Revenge of the Savage Planet - We’re bringing back gaming’s GOLDEN ERA ✨ - Steam News
Steam’s Couch Co-Op Fest is here & you know what that means - it’s time to sit uncomfortably close to your nearest & dearest, grab a controller, & yell at each other over who forgot to sca...
store.steampowered.com
February 12, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Plz wishlist! store.steampowered.com/news/app/278...
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.. aaand that makes 500! 🥳
Thank you everyone for your support! Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go back to my corner & refresh the same 3 tabs.
#gamedev #indiegame #steam #launch
Thank you everyone for your support! Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go back to my corner & refresh the same 3 tabs.
#gamedev #indiegame #steam #launch
December 6, 2024 at 6:52 PM
.. aaand that makes 500! 🥳
Thank you everyone for your support! Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go back to my corner & refresh the same 3 tabs.
#gamedev #indiegame #steam #launch
Thank you everyone for your support! Now if you'll excuse me, I need to go back to my corner & refresh the same 3 tabs.
#gamedev #indiegame #steam #launch
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Battle Shapers is one of my favorite roguelikes in recent memory. Slick visuals, great music, and as a huge MegaMan fan the story is a perfect homage while also standing comfortably on its own.
The combat is fairly modern Doom, glory-kills and all, but with randomized upgrades for extra spice.
The combat is fairly modern Doom, glory-kills and all, but with randomized upgrades for extra spice.
📣 We're thrilled to announce Battle Shapers' v1.0 is LIVE after a year in Early Access! Check out our Steam Announcement to find out what awaits you in the Phantom Code update.
Link: store.steampowered.com/news/app/142...
#fpsroguelite #availablenow #demo #steam
Link: store.steampowered.com/news/app/142...
#fpsroguelite #availablenow #demo #steam
Battle Shapers - 📣 Announcement: Version 1.0 is here! - Steam News
Hey Shapers, It is with a lot of joy that we announce version 1.0 has officially arrived, just over a year after our early access release. We hope you enjoy diving fist-first into everything Battle Sh...
store.steampowered.com
December 5, 2024 at 4:07 AM
Battle Shapers is one of my favorite roguelikes in recent memory. Slick visuals, great music, and as a huge MegaMan fan the story is a perfect homage while also standing comfortably on its own.
The combat is fairly modern Doom, glory-kills and all, but with randomized upgrades for extra spice.
The combat is fairly modern Doom, glory-kills and all, but with randomized upgrades for extra spice.
Version 1.0 is coming out tomorrow!!! Unbelievable 🤣
It's an FPS Roguelite inspired by Doom, Megaman, and Hades! 🤘 #demo #availablenow #indiegaming #gamedev
December 3, 2024 at 10:59 PM
Version 1.0 is coming out tomorrow!!! Unbelievable 🤣
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📣Calling Press & Creators!📣 If you're down to cover our game, hit us up! We have Beta Keys for you.
Submit via. link: tinyurl.com/y2ecyj97
#indiegame #gamedev
Submit via. link: tinyurl.com/y2ecyj97
#indiegame #gamedev
November 28, 2024 at 9:01 PM
📣Calling Press & Creators!📣 If you're down to cover our game, hit us up! We have Beta Keys for you.
Submit via. link: tinyurl.com/y2ecyj97
#indiegame #gamedev
Submit via. link: tinyurl.com/y2ecyj97
#indiegame #gamedev
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Some tasty gear reload SFX from our game.
Try some of them now in our FREE DEMO on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/2450000?...
Try some of them now in our FREE DEMO on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/2450000?...
November 19, 2024 at 2:57 PM
Some tasty gear reload SFX from our game.
Try some of them now in our FREE DEMO on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/2450000?...
Try some of them now in our FREE DEMO on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/2450000?...
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🤖 Our demo is live! We're super stoked for you to experience the game before our 1.0 release coming this December 👾
#madewithunity #indiegaming #gamedev
#madewithunity #indiegaming #gamedev
November 15, 2024 at 9:53 PM
🤖 Our demo is live! We're super stoked for you to experience the game before our 1.0 release coming this December 👾
#madewithunity #indiegaming #gamedev
#madewithunity #indiegaming #gamedev
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👾 We've got a demo coming to you next Friday! Which means only a few weeks until..
#FPSRoguelite #indiegame #indiegaming
#FPSRoguelite #indiegame #indiegaming
November 8, 2024 at 9:51 PM
👾 We've got a demo coming to you next Friday! Which means only a few weeks until..
#FPSRoguelite #indiegame #indiegaming
#FPSRoguelite #indiegame #indiegaming
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Hey #PitchYaGame! We’re making Battle Shapers, an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Megaman, and Hades.
💥 ACTION sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with giant fist
👾 CLAIM Overlord abilities
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
🕹️ DEMO Nov. 15th
👇 Wishlist!
tinyurl.com/Battle-Shapers
#indiegame
💥 ACTION sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with giant fist
👾 CLAIM Overlord abilities
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
🕹️ DEMO Nov. 15th
👇 Wishlist!
tinyurl.com/Battle-Shapers
#indiegame
November 1, 2024 at 12:11 PM
Hey #PitchYaGame! We’re making Battle Shapers, an FPS roguelite inspired by Doom, Megaman, and Hades.
💥 ACTION sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with giant fist
👾 CLAIM Overlord abilities
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
🕹️ DEMO Nov. 15th
👇 Wishlist!
tinyurl.com/Battle-Shapers
#indiegame
💥 ACTION sci-fi shooter
🦾 PUNCH corrupt bots with giant fist
👾 CLAIM Overlord abilities
💎 POWER-up with custom builds
🕹️ DEMO Nov. 15th
👇 Wishlist!
tinyurl.com/Battle-Shapers
#indiegame
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More hammers = Good
October 29, 2024 at 10:54 PM
More hammers = Good
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We've updated our key art a few times since the launch of our early access.
Which one is your favorite?
#indiegame #gamedev
Which one is your favorite?
#indiegame #gamedev
October 26, 2024 at 8:16 PM
We've updated our key art a few times since the launch of our early access.
Which one is your favorite?
#indiegame #gamedev
Which one is your favorite?
#indiegame #gamedev
Join the open beta of our next big release!
🤖 Hey BlueSky, we're running a Beta Playtest for our upcoming 1.0 Phantom Code Update and you're invited!
We've been in Early Access for a year and we're so ready for you to experience this milestone with us.
👾Link to join:
discord.com/channels/829...
#FPSroguelite #gamedev #indiedev
We've been in Early Access for a year and we're so ready for you to experience this milestone with us.
👾Link to join:
discord.com/channels/829...
#FPSroguelite #gamedev #indiedev
October 23, 2024 at 8:20 PM
Join the open beta of our next big release!