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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Blood And Mead: An unnecessarily brutal and bone-crushing quest for revenge and mead! #PitchYaGame #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Unity got me feeling a certain way😅

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I had a publisher raise concerns about excessive violence in my game, so I made this response video. #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

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10 months

I added God of War inspired Throw System to my indie game Blood and Mead - which turned out to be a blessing for platforming too! #indiedev

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John Stejskal

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7 months

So EA just bumped the whole new and trend tab in one fell swoop by re-releasing a bulk of 15 games in a day. I reckon indies need their own dedicated trending tab at this point. #indiedev

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John Stejskal

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7 months

That moment your fav streamer makes a vid about your indie game. What a trip. #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

My game character's FINAL FORM. Let this be it gudammit, I can key-frame no more.😅 #indiedev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

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1 year

Testing out ledge grabbing for BloodAndMead. Much trickier to code than expected, so many wall orientation scenarios to cater for! Almost done... #screenshotsaturday #indiedev #gamedev #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

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7 months

Trying to capture more of an 'open water' vibe in @BloodAndMead with some deeper tones and wave detail. #screenshotsaturday #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

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6 months

Trying to make this level entrance for @BloodAndMead a bit dramatic. I hope you like it :) #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Climbing system for @BloodAndMead complete! Thanks everyone helped with feedback last #screenshotsaturday This mechanic will allow for more diverse level design options, especially when attached to moving objects/ sliding walls. Time for a beer! #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

I have added theft and riding of Pigs! :)) Pls RT <3 #BloodAndMead #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 months

Apparently 'Flash is Dead'. I must have missed the memo. Years later here I sit, hitting F6 for a new keyframe to bring a man-eating scorpion to life like it's 2008 (albeit for a Unity game). #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 months

Finished a new grunt enemy for @bloodandmead Ghul The Skulleater: He gruesomely murdered his own father and wears the skull as a haunting trophy. His body is adorned with markings, which on closer inspection, reveal festering self-inflicted wounds. #screenshotsaturday #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

The power of Godot! Stunning

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1 year

Pause Menu Animation⏱️ "Za Warudo!" #platformer #gaming #gamedev #indiedev #godotengine #madewithgodot

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John Stejskal

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8 months

Player stats screen for @BloodAndMead is done... I think. I usually can't stand UI work, but this a fun screen to rig up #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

4 years

I just released a new Super Mario style Unity Asset to help beginners make platformers faster and easier. It's a perfect starting point. Mobile ready, all controls pre-mapped, everything fully customizable (try the demo). #gamedev #Unity #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

A little sample of some light cycles found in #BloodAndMead . #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 months

My kid made me a gamepad. Not sure if bluetooth enabled...

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

I have concluded a roaring barbarian makes finding loot more exciting. Game: @BloodAndMead #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity #indiegame

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

A video covering all the lastest news on the #unity drama

Things got SO much worse for Unity...

The latest updates on evolving Unity game engine drama. The downward spiral continues.➤ Wishlist My Game Blood And Mead https://store.steampowered.com/app/10...

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Showing off some destructible environment for #ScreenshotSaturday . #BloodAndMead #indiedev #gamedev #MadeWithUnity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

gif quality is crap, but it will have to do. *Yawn* Time for sleep. #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d #screenshotsaturday

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Grass and plant interaction is feeling pretty good. #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d #screenshotsaturday #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

The Jaws of Odin... not easy, but not impossibru! #BloodAndMead #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

Experimenting with some bee flocking/steering behaviours for @BloodAndMead #indiedev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

GoCar is now available FREE on iTunes, 60 lvls of classic retro action! #indiedev #retrogaming #screenshotsaturday

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Unity pricing 'Fixes' released by Bloomberg journalist.(4% royalty + Self reporting) Full coverage: #unity #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

It all started with a crude sketch on a boozy night at the pub #gamedev #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #madeWithUnity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Closer look at the new Longboat in @BloodAndMead . The sail is adjustable for easier travel across the world #gameart #madewithunity #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Playing with some rainy weather patterns. GIF looked sh!t, so here Is a still. #indiedev #gamedev #madeWithUnity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Some early death state work for #BloodAndMead . #indiedev #gamedev #screenshotsaturday #madewithunity #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

It's not true Johnny. You are dodging responsibility and suggesting developers are savages. If you needed money you should have told us - we could have worked together to find a solution.

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

3 years

In case you missed it, I made a video where I discuss a key skill that is required to find success in game dev. (10k+ views in just over a day! Thanks to all who shared their stories in the comments, I read them all!) ►Full video: #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

My over ambitious Viking adventure has a name. I give you "Blood and Mead" #indiedev #gamedev #indiedevhour #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

I absolutely LOVE working with good animators #bloodAndMead #gamedev #indieDev #madewithunity #indiedevhour #gameart

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

So here is the first screenshot of the game I have been working on. A Wonderboy style adventure platformer #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

Congrats to @oliver_joyce for getting your multiplayer update live! A huge accomplishment and a hell of an addition to Swords and Sandals Immortals #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Really enjoying the Shuriken Particle System in #unity3d . #bloodAndMead #ScreenShotSaturday #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?

Abandon Unity's runtime fee

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

3 years

Found a new friend.

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

Huge congratulations to @oliver_joyce for hitting new and trending on your release out of EA! Through the fire, flames and naysayers, you have shown what is possible for a solo-indie that stays true to their creative vision. Well done done mate!👏 #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

My @BloodAndMead game account has blitzed past 3000 followers. Olaf and I would like to personally thank you for all the support! #IndieDev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

9 months

I took part in the latest BlackthornProd GameJam. The four of us used fancy Rokoko Mocap Suits to make a game in 32 hrs.

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Drifting is strangely relaxing... Introducing the 'Ultimate Car Game Kit' for Unity. My first asset pack! This sample scene was inspired by a F&D style car meet. You can grab it here: #gamedev #madewithunity #screenshotsaturday

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

In the tavern before the next battle sharing embelished tales of gamedev and glory - with @oliver_joyce ᛢkal ᛒrother 🍻

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

Beautiful sunny day outside, yet I toil at the forge in isolation, working on @BloodAndMead - such is the indie life. #gamedev #indiedev #screenshotsaturday

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

If feature creep was a religion, I might just be its priest - Prototyping a Mead brewing system for @BloodAndMead #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 months

@Zoroarts Hey thanks man! Let's hope this update doesn't feature creep into a soccer mini-game

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

4 years

How Nintendo saved my Indie game from disaster - New indie Dev Log Premiering in 5 MINUTES! See you there!!👍 ➤ #gamedev #indiedev #RetroGaming #nintendo

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

A bit more progress with the travelling merchant concept. He may sell weapons, items or perhaps snake oil... #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Working on the water slash system in @BloodAndMead , Splash sizes change based on the weight of the object breaking the water. #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #madewithunity #indiedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Simple Enemy AI progress showing aggressive and defensive states. (in case you are not following my @BloodAndMead acc) #gamedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Went to touch grass and nearly touched a snake! Shape shifting Ricci almost got me again.

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Here it is guys! A one hour #gamedev class on 'how to create melee attacks in @unity3d !' Learning outcome is in the attached gif - sprite sheets linked in the video description. Enjoy! (Appreciate any RT) video link: #indiedev #UnityTips #pixelart #Unity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

First episode of my new 'Game Dev Classroom' video series. Let me know what you think!! #GameDev #indiedev #unity3d #Unity @unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

Mead Brewing V2 #WIP #bloodAndMead #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Some wet weather combat from Blood And Mead for #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #madewithunity #indiegame #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

I often hear indies discuss how to channel motivation. FORGET MOTIVATION, it's unreliable and doesnt last. Drive and purpose are the ONLY ways to turn dreams into physical manifestations. Meet the hardship front on and become its master. Once you do nothing can stop you! #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Environmental shot of the sun setting. If you like it RT! gameplay coming soon #gamedev #gameart #indiedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

I've started making beginner Unity video tutorials for aspiring gamedev's! This one covers the full process of making a 2D player controller. Come and SUBSCRIBE, as I have a ton of sweet new tutorials coming soon!! #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d #unity2d

Game Dev Basics: Let's make a 2D player controller in C# and Unity!

► Easily Make Platfomers in Unity - http://u3d.as/2eYe► Easily Make Car Games in Unity - http://u3d.as/1HFXWishlist my game Blood And Mead on Steam!:http...

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

Recently I was invited to Lead BlackthornProd's Mega Game Challenge (the first time another dev has led their pass-the-game challenge woo!) The video will be released in the next few days on Noa and Liam's channel! Keep an eye out, should be interesting!

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Action from upcoming indie game @BloodAndMead - A grand Norse adventure about a drunk viking. Consider supporting with a wishlist/like/RT (I'll buy you an ale when we reach Valhalla). #gamedev #ScreenShotSaturday #indiedev #indiegame #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Here it is! Years of solo indie dev, reduced down into a 1 minute trailer. I give you Blood And Mead. What do you think? #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity #unity3d

Blood And Mead [WIP] - Early Teaser Trailer

Support this indie adventure:Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1081830/Blood And Mead is an epic and ridiculous adventure platformer about a drunk...

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

I made a video discussing System Driven level design, the mistakes I made, and valuable lessons learned. I hope it can benefit other's making map-centric games #gamedev #indedev

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@johnstejskal

7 years

Trying out an art style variation for @BloodAndMead by sketching over details of existing assets with a Wacom. #screenshotsaturday #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Action shot showing a cave transition & a gruesome Death #BloodAndMead #indiedev #screenshotsaturday #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

4 years

The Ultimate Car Game Kit is 50% off on the Unity Asset Store. Probably the best kit around for creating unique car games fast. Racing/ GTA 1 rpg etc. #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

5 years

Playing with shield destruction situations for @BloodAndMead Weight and impact feels about right. #gamedev #screenshotsaturday #indiegame

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

Making progress with enemy AI mechanics in @BloodAndMead , and Olaf is still a rascal #screenshotsaturday #gamedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Nothing like a fire to warm a Viking's heart on a cold moonlit night #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Starting / home location for Olaf in @bloodAndmead . May use it as the title screen also. #wip #indiedev #madewithunity #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Doing some play testing of #BloodAndMead on a 46" TV to get that 'authentic' feel #gamedev #indiedev #madewithunity

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

I've been having to make many difficult creative decisions lately. I thought it might be useful to share my thoughts, experiences and tips for dealing with those HARD game dev choices. #gamedev Full video :

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Sharing some valuable advice I got from the Game Designer of Infernax. A reminder I needed, thank you Etienne! #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

3 years

Hey guys, I did an analysis of my own suckful character art, and with community feedback found strategies to fix the problems. I hope it motivates you in your own projects and reveals some tips and tricks you can also use. #gamedev #indiedev #indiegame

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

Procrastination is an indiedev's worst enemy; the best way to over come it is with brute force!! The elusive Flow State may be but a coffee away, hail Odin! #gamedev #indiedev #bloodandmead

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

One of my favorite Game Designers just had a pretty bad Steam launch - i'd like to discuss it. Some important lessons to take from this for all Indie Devs Full vid: #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

NEW DEVLOG IS DONE😌 My game has officially lost it's G Rating....

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

Let me tell you the story of how a bad publishing deal cost a indie developer his game, studio, and almost his home. #gamedev #indiedev full video:

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

A little behind the scenes look at scene setup. #gamedev #indiedev #unity3d

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 months

@Pontypants just launched his new game today, and it's pretty damn fun! Game feel is off the charts. I've much respect for his game design and dedication to the craft.

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

Feeling like Hagrid...

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Finally arrived. Never been so excited about going to hell!

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

3 years

I'd like to share with you the books that shaped my Game Dev Journey and Life. May their wisdom find you also. ➤ #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

I'm spending 2 nights in this cold, remote forest deving on @BloodAndMead . Funnily enough I'm working on a forest level. #indiedev #gamedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

I'm launching #GoCar on iOS this weekend! A Retro styled 8bit traffic Puzzler w/ 60 Levels #indiedev #gamedev #pixelart #8bit #retrogaming

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

7 years

Took a couple of days off coding to work on a new feature logo for @BloodAndMead - What do you think? #indiedev #gameart #BloodAndMead

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

I've finally hit the infamous 100 subs on my new #gamedev youtube channel. Thanks to everyone who has shown love in the comments. Get your dev on and come join the indiedev fun. On to 1000!! :) … #unity3d #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

6 years

My last night of dev on @BloodAndMead for 2018. I've been dev'in covertly for the past 6 months. Starting 2019 I'll be sharing all the progress! I'M GETTING THERE! And I'm committed to a 2019 launch. Thanks for the support and patience from fans. MERRY XMAS! <3 #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 months

Rolling a fresh Skryim adventure with my daughter has been THE most thrilling gaming experience I've had in ages, and we have barely left Whiterun! She just wants to burgle peasant houses for their crockery.😅

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

I'm not much of a cider drinker, but how could I resist this name

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

8 years

Designing the first level of a platformer is by far the most challenging. It needs to educate, excite, as well as intrigue #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

2 years

I got to speak with @oliver_joyce one day out from his game's Steam launch. A very insightful and useful discussion about: marketing, strategy and #indiedev life. Full Discussion:

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

3 years

Let's talk about starting a game dev business. #gamedev #indiedev

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

4 years

[ON SALE -50%] Make and Sell Car games with this car game making kit for Unity. A ready-to-build system, full mobile support, HEAPS of game modes and sample scenes to play with. Save yourself hundreds of dev hours. ► #gamedev #unity #UnityAssetStore

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

1 year

Interesting article about Godot 4's limited performance potential.

Godot is not the new Unity - The anatomy of a Godot API call

UPDATE: This article has started an ongoing conversation with the Godot devs. They care about the issues raised, and would like to improve things. Significant improvements will almost certainly be...

sampruden.github.io

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John Stejskal

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2 years

I do an in-depth analysis of @ishyrodriguez 's Toy Cavers, breaking down it's exceptional game design flow. A lot of useful tips for those interested in the platformer genre. Analysis Video: #indiedev #pixelart

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

10 years

Creating 2D animation states in #Unity3D Pt.2 - Using the Animation Controller http://t.co/fJ26n0TTWa #gamedev http://t.co/BdCf0nauU3

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John Stejskal

@johnstejskal

10 years

Gonna start a tutorial series showing how to make SuperMarioBros 1 in #unity3d , Let me know what you think! #gamedev http://t.co/y2TNhyiEIK

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