Making an easy pixel art character P3
Day 3 of the series, today we'll cover clothing and some shading / tinting
I will admit, I'm not great at this part, but I can get by
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamedevjourney #howtomakegames
Day 3 of the series, today we'll cover clothing and some shading / tinting
I will admit, I'm not great at this part, but I can get by
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamedevjourney #howtomakegames
October 2, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Making an easy pixel art character P3
Day 3 of the series, today we'll cover clothing and some shading / tinting
I will admit, I'm not great at this part, but I can get by
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamedevjourney #howtomakegames
Day 3 of the series, today we'll cover clothing and some shading / tinting
I will admit, I'm not great at this part, but I can get by
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamedevjourney #howtomakegames
Motivation! In life, it is this special ingredient that makes dreams a reality! Watch my new video on staying motivated during game dev! Link BELOW!
#FollowFriday #adventuregamefriday #motivation #motivational #howto #howtomakegames #howtostaymotivated #staymotivated #GameDev #indiegame #makegames
#FollowFriday #adventuregamefriday #motivation #motivational #howto #howtomakegames #howtostaymotivated #staymotivated #GameDev #indiegame #makegames
April 3, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Motivation! In life, it is this special ingredient that makes dreams a reality! Watch my new video on staying motivated during game dev! Link BELOW!
#FollowFriday #adventuregamefriday #motivation #motivational #howto #howtomakegames #howtostaymotivated #staymotivated #GameDev #indiegame #makegames
#FollowFriday #adventuregamefriday #motivation #motivational #howto #howtomakegames #howtostaymotivated #staymotivated #GameDev #indiegame #makegames
Want to make an immersive sniper fight?
Start the player pinned down, the first task is then to survive, not defeat their opponent
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Start the player pinned down, the first task is then to survive, not defeat their opponent
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
March 6, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Want to make an immersive sniper fight?
Start the player pinned down, the first task is then to survive, not defeat their opponent
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Start the player pinned down, the first task is then to survive, not defeat their opponent
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Neyyah - you're a year old today! Enjoy this video I've put together which touches on the origins of the game, the release date, development, and touching on future plans for Defy Reality Entertainment and Neyyah!
youtube.com/watch?v=7Yuk...
#howtomakegames #gaming #indiegame
youtube.com/watch?v=7Yuk...
#howtomakegames #gaming #indiegame
September 2, 2026 at 8:48 AM
Neyyah - you're a year old today! Enjoy this video I've put together which touches on the origins of the game, the release date, development, and touching on future plans for Defy Reality Entertainment and Neyyah!
youtube.com/watch?v=7Yuk...
#howtomakegames #gaming #indiegame
youtube.com/watch?v=7Yuk...
#howtomakegames #gaming #indiegame
Kojima knows how to make a boss fight
You have to break the fight into steps and that starts from... well the start
The challenge isn't "defeat the sniper", it's now
Escape the pin - locate them - take shot
#howtomakegames #indiegamedev #gamedev
You have to break the fight into steps and that starts from... well the start
The challenge isn't "defeat the sniper", it's now
Escape the pin - locate them - take shot
#howtomakegames #indiegamedev #gamedev
March 23, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Kojima knows how to make a boss fight
You have to break the fight into steps and that starts from... well the start
The challenge isn't "defeat the sniper", it's now
Escape the pin - locate them - take shot
#howtomakegames #indiegamedev #gamedev
You have to break the fight into steps and that starts from... well the start
The challenge isn't "defeat the sniper", it's now
Escape the pin - locate them - take shot
#howtomakegames #indiegamedev #gamedev
Want to learn how to build a complete quest system in RPG Maker MZ from scratch? In today's tutorial, I show you step-by-step how to create dynamic quests for your game!
youtu.be/agx5jZ-tIwY
#RPGMakerMZ #GameDev #IndieDev #GameDesign #LearnGameDev #HowToMakeGames
youtu.be/agx5jZ-tIwY
#RPGMakerMZ #GameDev #IndieDev #GameDesign #LearnGameDev #HowToMakeGames
RPG Maker MZ - Como criar uma quest
YouTube video by Nyteon
youtu.be
June 7, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Want to learn how to build a complete quest system in RPG Maker MZ from scratch? In today's tutorial, I show you step-by-step how to create dynamic quests for your game!
youtu.be/agx5jZ-tIwY
#RPGMakerMZ #GameDev #IndieDev #GameDesign #LearnGameDev #HowToMakeGames
youtu.be/agx5jZ-tIwY
#RPGMakerMZ #GameDev #IndieDev #GameDesign #LearnGameDev #HowToMakeGames
Enemies in games are all about threat level
Can I beat them, is it easy, what will it cost me?
So you can increase the threat of your simple enemies by having them alert stronger enemies
Follow for more game design tricks
#gamedev #howtomakegames #indiegamedev
Can I beat them, is it easy, what will it cost me?
So you can increase the threat of your simple enemies by having them alert stronger enemies
Follow for more game design tricks
#gamedev #howtomakegames #indiegamedev
March 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Enemies in games are all about threat level
Can I beat them, is it easy, what will it cost me?
So you can increase the threat of your simple enemies by having them alert stronger enemies
Follow for more game design tricks
#gamedev #howtomakegames #indiegamedev
Can I beat them, is it easy, what will it cost me?
So you can increase the threat of your simple enemies by having them alert stronger enemies
Follow for more game design tricks
#gamedev #howtomakegames #indiegamedev
"Games are made up of 30 second moments repeated over and over"
When making games, create your mechanics and then think of interesting ways they can be combined to create gameplay moments
#indiegamedev #gamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
When making games, create your mechanics and then think of interesting ways they can be combined to create gameplay moments
#indiegamedev #gamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
March 8, 2026 at 6:04 PM
"Games are made up of 30 second moments repeated over and over"
When making games, create your mechanics and then think of interesting ways they can be combined to create gameplay moments
#indiegamedev #gamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
When making games, create your mechanics and then think of interesting ways they can be combined to create gameplay moments
#indiegamedev #gamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
How to make an Immersive Sniper Fight: Quiet
This is not about defeating Quiet, it's about finding where she is, lining up the shot, and taking it
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
This is not about defeating Quiet, it's about finding where she is, lining up the shot, and taking it
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
March 7, 2026 at 12:02 AM
How to make an Immersive Sniper Fight: Quiet
This is not about defeating Quiet, it's about finding where she is, lining up the shot, and taking it
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
This is not about defeating Quiet, it's about finding where she is, lining up the shot, and taking it
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Make sure death / damage is visible
The easiest way to show this is to change the modulation of the sprite for a brief second
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
The easiest way to show this is to change the modulation of the sprite for a brief second
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
March 8, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Make sure death / damage is visible
The easiest way to show this is to change the modulation of the sprite for a brief second
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
The easiest way to show this is to change the modulation of the sprite for a brief second
#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamejamgame #howtomakegames
Got a simple game? That's ok, just stylise it and lean heavily into it
This game is simple, but due to the computer file theme it becomes interesting
#gamejamgame #indiegamedev #gamedev #howtomakegames
This game is simple, but due to the computer file theme it becomes interesting
#gamejamgame #indiegamedev #gamedev #howtomakegames
March 8, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Got a simple game? That's ok, just stylise it and lean heavily into it
This game is simple, but due to the computer file theme it becomes interesting
#gamejamgame #indiegamedev #gamedev #howtomakegames
This game is simple, but due to the computer file theme it becomes interesting
#gamejamgame #indiegamedev #gamedev #howtomakegames
How to make your Game Feel Better?
My "Bad Feeling" GMTK 2025 Game Jam game inspired me to make a video to help everyone add that final bit of polish to their Game Projects:
youtu.be/0oTvbJdnvGg
Let me know if you agree!
#gamedev #indiegame #howtomakegames #gamedevtips
My "Bad Feeling" GMTK 2025 Game Jam game inspired me to make a video to help everyone add that final bit of polish to their Game Projects:
youtu.be/0oTvbJdnvGg
Let me know if you agree!
#gamedev #indiegame #howtomakegames #gamedevtips
4 Easy Ways to Make Your Game Feel More Polished
YouTube video by Dragofin
youtu.be
August 18, 2025 at 8:30 PM
How to make your Game Feel Better?
My "Bad Feeling" GMTK 2025 Game Jam game inspired me to make a video to help everyone add that final bit of polish to their Game Projects:
youtu.be/0oTvbJdnvGg
Let me know if you agree!
#gamedev #indiegame #howtomakegames #gamedevtips
My "Bad Feeling" GMTK 2025 Game Jam game inspired me to make a video to help everyone add that final bit of polish to their Game Projects:
youtu.be/0oTvbJdnvGg
Let me know if you agree!
#gamedev #indiegame #howtomakegames #gamedevtips
Snipers are naturally unfair opponents due to being able to hit the player from far away
But you can give them some interesting disadvantages to make the fight fair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
But you can give them some interesting disadvantages to make the fight fair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
March 7, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Snipers are naturally unfair opponents due to being able to hit the player from far away
But you can give them some interesting disadvantages to make the fight fair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
But you can give them some interesting disadvantages to make the fight fair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
How to make an interesting sniper fight
Quiet is a simple yet deadly opponent, creating an immersive fight that never feels unfair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Quiet is a simple yet deadly opponent, creating an immersive fight that never feels unfair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
March 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM
How to make an interesting sniper fight
Quiet is a simple yet deadly opponent, creating an immersive fight that never feels unfair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Quiet is a simple yet deadly opponent, creating an immersive fight that never feels unfair
#gamedev #indiegamedev #bigboss #bossfight #howtomakegames
Locating enemies creates tension, immersion, and organic gameplay moments
Allow players to lose sight of enemies (no x ray vision), and force them to search for them
It makes simple missions memorable
#howtomakegames
Allow players to lose sight of enemies (no x ray vision), and force them to search for them
It makes simple missions memorable
#howtomakegames
March 24, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Locating enemies creates tension, immersion, and organic gameplay moments
Allow players to lose sight of enemies (no x ray vision), and force them to search for them
It makes simple missions memorable
#howtomakegames
Allow players to lose sight of enemies (no x ray vision), and force them to search for them
It makes simple missions memorable
#howtomakegames
The player must use the Stinger Missile Launcher to fire at the Hind after locking on
The 2 chances to do this are 1. Before an attack starts, and 2. Straight after an attack
Meaning the player is always at risk when dealing damage
#bossfight #howtomakegames
The 2 chances to do this are 1. Before an attack starts, and 2. Straight after an attack
Meaning the player is always at risk when dealing damage
#bossfight #howtomakegames
April 12, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The player must use the Stinger Missile Launcher to fire at the Hind after locking on
The 2 chances to do this are 1. Before an attack starts, and 2. Straight after an attack
Meaning the player is always at risk when dealing damage
#bossfight #howtomakegames
The 2 chances to do this are 1. Before an attack starts, and 2. Straight after an attack
Meaning the player is always at risk when dealing damage
#bossfight #howtomakegames
This creates a much deeper fight mechanically because the player is focused on outflanking their opponent instead of just damaging them
There's a choice of "do I go down the narrow part, where I'm forced into combat, or the wider area where I can run away?"
#howtomakegames
There's a choice of "do I go down the narrow part, where I'm forced into combat, or the wider area where I can run away?"
#howtomakegames
April 7, 2026 at 9:00 PM
This creates a much deeper fight mechanically because the player is focused on outflanking their opponent instead of just damaging them
There's a choice of "do I go down the narrow part, where I'm forced into combat, or the wider area where I can run away?"
#howtomakegames
There's a choice of "do I go down the narrow part, where I'm forced into combat, or the wider area where I can run away?"
#howtomakegames
Even though this fight is just throwing grenades, having no cover makes the fight more interesting
Players must circle the tank, throwing grenades, while avoiding a machine gun
It's simple, but there's always a risk of being hit, which makes it engaging
#howtomakegames
Players must circle the tank, throwing grenades, while avoiding a machine gun
It's simple, but there's always a risk of being hit, which makes it engaging
#howtomakegames
April 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Even though this fight is just throwing grenades, having no cover makes the fight more interesting
Players must circle the tank, throwing grenades, while avoiding a machine gun
It's simple, but there's always a risk of being hit, which makes it engaging
#howtomakegames
Players must circle the tank, throwing grenades, while avoiding a machine gun
It's simple, but there's always a risk of being hit, which makes it engaging
#howtomakegames
The opponent has abilities that the player does not
Simple fights can be made interesting by giving the opponent unique abilities
Ocelot's shots can bounce off walls, allowing him to hit the players from angles where he's safe
Creating an always tense fight
#howtomakegames
Simple fights can be made interesting by giving the opponent unique abilities
Ocelot's shots can bounce off walls, allowing him to hit the players from angles where he's safe
Creating an always tense fight
#howtomakegames
April 5, 2026 at 8:27 AM
The opponent has abilities that the player does not
Simple fights can be made interesting by giving the opponent unique abilities
Ocelot's shots can bounce off walls, allowing him to hit the players from angles where he's safe
Creating an always tense fight
#howtomakegames
Simple fights can be made interesting by giving the opponent unique abilities
Ocelot's shots can bounce off walls, allowing him to hit the players from angles where he's safe
Creating an always tense fight
#howtomakegames
Give the player half the information
It gives them something to work out, while still being a challenge
It also makes them feel in control since they are then calculating using the data they have
#howtomakegames
It gives them something to work out, while still being a challenge
It also makes them feel in control since they are then calculating using the data they have
#howtomakegames
March 25, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Give the player half the information
It gives them something to work out, while still being a challenge
It also makes them feel in control since they are then calculating using the data they have
#howtomakegames
It gives them something to work out, while still being a challenge
It also makes them feel in control since they are then calculating using the data they have
#howtomakegames
Snipers are long range enemies, meaning they can hit the player but not visa versa
So build encounters around this
Defeating the sniper now takes several steps
1. Avoid their shots 2. Get into a position 3. Take a counter shot
Follow for more game design tips
#howtomakegames
So build encounters around this
Defeating the sniper now takes several steps
1. Avoid their shots 2. Get into a position 3. Take a counter shot
Follow for more game design tips
#howtomakegames
March 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Snipers are long range enemies, meaning they can hit the player but not visa versa
So build encounters around this
Defeating the sniper now takes several steps
1. Avoid their shots 2. Get into a position 3. Take a counter shot
Follow for more game design tips
#howtomakegames
So build encounters around this
Defeating the sniper now takes several steps
1. Avoid their shots 2. Get into a position 3. Take a counter shot
Follow for more game design tips
#howtomakegames
So how can you recreate an area that feels alive?
You don’t need dozens of unique mechanics
Create a few interactions and reuse them, just place them in different contexts across the map
Suddenly the level feels far bigger than it really is
#howtomakegames
You don’t need dozens of unique mechanics
Create a few interactions and reuse them, just place them in different contexts across the map
Suddenly the level feels far bigger than it really is
#howtomakegames
March 19, 2026 at 7:02 PM
So how can you recreate an area that feels alive?
You don’t need dozens of unique mechanics
Create a few interactions and reuse them, just place them in different contexts across the map
Suddenly the level feels far bigger than it really is
#howtomakegames
You don’t need dozens of unique mechanics
Create a few interactions and reuse them, just place them in different contexts across the map
Suddenly the level feels far bigger than it really is
#howtomakegames
Immersion is Kojima's expertise, so the player isn't told this is going to be a fight
This then creates an ambush where the player is prepared for a stealth encounter, and thrown into a long range sniper fight
#sniperfight #howtomakegames
This then creates an ambush where the player is prepared for a stealth encounter, and thrown into a long range sniper fight
#sniperfight #howtomakegames
February 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Immersion is Kojima's expertise, so the player isn't told this is going to be a fight
This then creates an ambush where the player is prepared for a stealth encounter, and thrown into a long range sniper fight
#sniperfight #howtomakegames
This then creates an ambush where the player is prepared for a stealth encounter, and thrown into a long range sniper fight
#sniperfight #howtomakegames
So if you want to give your players freedom while also strongly encouraging them to complete a story:
Create an immediate problem for them - offer the solution / answers through a quest
Offer strong rewards
Make it interesting
#howtomakegames
Create an immediate problem for them - offer the solution / answers through a quest
Offer strong rewards
Make it interesting
#howtomakegames
December 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM
So if you want to give your players freedom while also strongly encouraging them to complete a story:
Create an immediate problem for them - offer the solution / answers through a quest
Offer strong rewards
Make it interesting
#howtomakegames
Create an immediate problem for them - offer the solution / answers through a quest
Offer strong rewards
Make it interesting
#howtomakegames