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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

"...known to mimic sounds." Note to self - definitely no swearing around these birds!

🐦️ One of 18 Birds of Aotearoa to discover and 'collect' in game.

#BirdsOfAotearoa #indiegame #nzmade #birdsingames #WishlistWednesday

August 5, 2026 at 1:33 AM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

According to Myles, his day was perfect. Diya's… not so much.

#IndieDev #IndieGame #NarrativeGame #SiblingGoals #NZMade

July 24, 2026 at 6:49 AM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

Tui - our noisiest local. Beautifully vocal, at times reminiscent of a dial-up modem. 😆

🐦️ One of 18 Birds of Aotearoa to discover and 'collect' in game.

#BirdsOfAotearoa #indiegame #nzmade #birdsingames

July 19, 2026 at 8:15 AM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

Is it game time already? The #ANZIndieFest is on for just one more day!!

Get in, get wishlisting, get playing.

Here's my final selection from the showcase but there are so many more! What a talented bunch we are down here.

#IndieGames #IndieDev #NZMade

store.steampowered.com/app/2295060/...

Beyond These Stars on Steam

Build a city on the back of a Space Whale and learn to coexist as you journey through the stars. Manage intricate supply chains and the needs of your people as you build outposts, meet aliens, and unc...

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May 13, 2026 at 4:13 AM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

Still here... still loving the #ANZIndieFest... still shouting about the awesome games showcasing...

Here's the next batch to check out. 👀 All from Aotearoa. How good!

#IndieDev #IndieGames #ANZ #NZMade

store.steampowered.com/app/2537020/... @fnifegames.bsky.social

ShelfLife: Art School Detective on Steam

ShelfLife: Art School Detective is a Mystery Adventure featuring a cast of romanceable weirdos! Befriend and investi-DATE 9 potential suspects. Use psychic powers to astral project into The Artworld a...

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May 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

It's still #ANZIndieFest - here are some upcoming games we adore. Why not wishlist these cozy Kiwi delights?

#NZMade #IndieGames #IndieDev #anzgames

store.steampowered.com/app/3017130/...

Bashful Adoration on Steam

Bashful Adoration is a Kinetic 3D Platformer starring a cast of four competitive witches who are all in love with the same crush! Featuring Bombastic Combat, Expressive Movement Mechanics and a light-...

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May 9, 2026 at 10:32 PM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

Post #2 - Four more awesome games from New Zealand featured in the #ANZIndieFest. Lucky for you these are already released! Weekend = sorted.

store.steampowered.com/app/3274880/...

#NZMade #IndieGames #IndieDev #anzgames

Rollick N' Roll on Steam

Rollick N' Roll combines fun physics with intuitive controls to deliver a joyful puzzle experience for all ages. Explore a collection of marvelous marble runs, with a modern twist.

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May 9, 2026 at 10:35 AM

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@madcarnivalgames.bsky.social

The #ANZIndieFest is on now! Check out some of these awesome New Zealand games! Post #1

store.steampowered.com/app/3449530/...

#NZMade #IndieGames #IndieDev #anzgames

Apothecurse on Steam

Faced with expulsion from his order, fledgling alchemist Leon must brave the seas and travel to Port Gelour, a plague-ridden city on the brink of revolution. Craft potent potions, befriend quirky loca...

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May 9, 2026 at 8:33 AM

Judith B. Ceramics

@judith-b-ceramics.bsky.social

One of my pieces got accepted into the Quarry Ceramic Award Exhibition in Whangarei this April. I'm so happy I made it through the first round of judging!
#ceramicist #nzmade #ceramics