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Think The Toad
@thinkthetoad.bsky.social
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Solo game developer, illustrator. Worshiper of the Great Horned Toad king.
Pixel art, gamedev & illustration streams on weekend: http://twitch.tv/thinkthetoad
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Allow me this anti-algorithm advice.🐸
#indiegamedev #indiedev
November 3, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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A #gamedev needs a #CreativeSanctuary to think, draw, and read in peace.
What does your special room or corner at home say about you?
For me, having a touch of nature is essential.
#GameDevLife #InteriorDesign #CozyHome #CozyCreativeSpace
October 13, 2025 at 11:28 PM
thinkthetoad.bsky.social
This wind from the depths of the earth, which is currently blocked, can be very useful to you. This way, I present a challenge for the player.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
October 6, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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What used to be just a simple rock you could drag around is now a curious nut hanging from its stem, throw it and use it wisely in Kauldron!
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
October 5, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Here are a couple of examples.
The color palette varies slightly depending on the area. It adapts to create new atmospheres.
Thanks for your comment!
September 23, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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Look at the waterfall, several particle systems (among other things) work together to create the falling water effect. The #pixelart purists will say it’s cheating... I don’t know, I was just passing by. (Making Kauldron)
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #gamedev
September 22, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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In Kauldron, visit your guide throughout the adventure, to be imbued with their ancient wisdom.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
September 21, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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And now, with music by @tdp1047 (X profile).
August 21, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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Although the game is in #pixelart, the main menu unfolds in "traditional" art. Subtle particles and gentle character animations bring it to life. WIP, yet it already breathes mystery and adventure. Don’t you feel it?
#DarkFantasy #IndieAesthetics #SwampCore #IndieDev #gamedev
August 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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When you bring more than one object, they awaken in sequence, each finding its rightful place—accompanied by a gentle motion. #indiedev #pixelart
August 20, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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And what becomes of the secret objects you uncover on your journey? They awaken within the cabin, a place that serves as a living, visual archive of your discoveries.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
August 19, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Collecting an item should feel like a magical moment, so the animation needs to be uplifting and rewarding.
In this case, we tried with a huge mushroom.
(Sorry that the message isn’t translated into English, it’s just a test.)
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
August 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Continuing with the animations. This time, the cauldron detects that you are carrying a skeleton, glows, and shudders when you drop it next to it.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev #unity3d
August 13, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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We already have a great animation to celebrate the achievement of rescuing a skeleton.
We also have a particle system for the points where they tell you their particular story. (Sorry for the mix of languages)
#kauldronGame
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
August 11, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Your house serves as a showcase for secret collectibles. It's a visual inventory where you can read about the game's lore and curiosities.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
July 6, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Two new pieces that will serve as decoration for the heart of the game; the swamp glade.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
June 30, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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June 23, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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A witch needs some good pumpkins next to her hut.
I'm working on the composition of the game's entire base. It's the heart of the whole adventure!
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
June 23, 2025 at 3:50 AM
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Apparently the ASCI arrows do not work in the Text Mesh, so for now I've left the signs as they are.
The map will be extensive, so they will be very useful.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev #unity3d
June 16, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Do you know that I am developing my own exploration video game (alone)? It's called #Kauldron and I'm opening live on #twitch showing the development. You'll also see the progress here. Follow me!
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
June 2, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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Maybe the second version is too dark?
I'm looking for a mysterious forest feel.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
May 26, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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I'm working hard on the waterfall. I've used several particle systems and a simple animation for the glows. #wip.
When I finish it, I'll upload a couple of videos.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
May 12, 2025 at 10:42 PM
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I have improved the initial scene of my game. I still need to spend some time on the logo. What do you think, do you feel like playing a game?
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
May 11, 2025 at 11:44 PM
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Screenshot. Improving the tones of the forest and underground areas. #Kauldrongame
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
May 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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Upgrade of the interface when you rescue a skeleton.
#ドット絵 #indiegamedev #indiedev #pixelart #gamedev
April 15, 2025 at 1:38 AM