He Trashed 3 Years of Work and Made a Hit Game Thomas Stewart 2025-07-25 | Check out @LycheeGameLabs ➤ Anthill Village: store.steampowered.com/app/3137880/Anthill_Village➤ Patch Quest: store.steampowered.com/app/1347970/Patch_Quest ➤ Lemon's Discord: discord.com/invite/lycheelabs00:18 - Lemon’s Indie Dev Journey01:22 - Patch Quest & Ant Game Overview02:06 - Game Dev vs. YouTube Start04:47 - Programming & University Insights08:13 - Avoiding Perfectionism in Coding10:55 - Algorithms & Technical Skills14:16 - Patch Quest Inspiration16:58 - What Makes Games Fun20:27 - World Building & Core Mechanics23:46 - Patch Quest Design Process27:03 - Overcoming Dev Challenges29:56 - Scrapping & Pivoting Work32:37 - Marketing Patch Quest39:53 - Community & QA Testing43:51 - Working with a Publisher47:30 - Anthill Village Concept51:46 - Iterating Game Design54:18 - Deadlines & Scope Management55:49 - Thomas' Projects & Wrap-Up Follow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Lemon from Lychee Game Labs about his indie dev journey doing game development, scrapping 3 years of work, making a hit game, and what makes indie games fun.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
The Hardest Console to Port Games To (And Why) Thomas Stewart 2025-07-18 | ➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mCIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of small #indieGames, and my experience porting my own games to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Atari VCS.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedevelopment
An Indie Dev Who Does Everything Thomas Stewart 2025-07-11 | Check out @MrEliptik ➤ His Twitch: twitch.tv/mreliptik➤ His Games: store.steampowered.com/developer/mreliptik0:00 - Intro & Guest Overview1:27 - Mr. Elliptic’s Work2:27 - Diversifying Income4:35 - Creativity vs. Finances6:55 - Juggling Projects11:29 - YouTube & Game Dev15:29 - Chasing Viral Content19:57 - Balatro’s Success25:56 - Dev vs. Player Interests26:46 - Game Aesthetic Choices31:15 - Juicy Looks vs. Gameplay35:34 - Sharing Dev Progress39:13 - Twitch Streaming Pros/Cons46:16 - Twitch vs. YouTube1:23:34 - Publishers vs. Independence1:37:30 - Console Porting Benefits1:51:22 - Handling Lack of Success2:02:59 - Art vs. Business2:07:25 - Wrap-UpFollow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Mr Eliptik about his indie dev journey doing game development, creating a viral YouTube video, making courses, and how to figure out the #indieDev lifestyle.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
4 Radically Different Ways to Succeed as an Indie Dev Thomas Stewart 2025-07-04 | ➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mCIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of small #indieGames, and how 4 unique philosophies or #gameDev advice should be considered when making games.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedevelopment Isto Inc. (Get To Work): @isto_inc Pontypants (A Difficult Game About Climbing): @Pontypants
Building Horror Games With A Smile Thomas Stewart 2025-06-27 | Check out @Wishbone_Games ➤ Vermin: store.steampowered.com/app/2841710/VerminFollow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Wishbone Games about his game development history, process, and his upcoming new #indiegame Vermin. We talk about competing in the @Blackthornprod game dev competition, ditching school, 9-5 jobs, burnout, emotional game design, and much more!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
The Most Underrated Way to Sell Indie Games Thomas Stewart 2025-06-20 | ➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mCIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of small #indieGames, and how subscriptions using Patreon may be a profitable business model worth pursuing.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedevelopment Sokpop: @sokpopcollective PunkCake: @PUNKCAKEdelicieux
How Losing $10K Launched This Indie Devs Career Thomas Stewart 2025-06-13 | Check out @LighthoofDryden ➤ Disinherited: store.steampowered.com/app/2935710/DisinheritedFollow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Dryden Thomas about his game development history, process, and his upcoming new #indiegame Disinherited. We talk about competing in the @Blackthornprod competition, game dev as a lifestyle career, creating music, putting your heart into your games, and much more!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
What Happened To My Indie Game? Thomas Stewart 2025-06-06 | Buy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development status of my micro RTS #indieGame, and why there's been such a big gap in updates.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedevelopment
Surviving as a Solo Indie Dev Thomas Stewart 2025-05-12 | Check out @WhyKev ➤ PaperKlay: store.steampowered.com/app/1350720/PaperKlayFollow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Kevin Andersson about his game development history, process, and his upcoming new #indiegame PaperKlay. We talk about learning surviving as a solo indie dev, not compromising artistic vision, how Kevin only has 1 friend, and much more!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Ex-Ubisoft Employee Gives Amazing Tips For Working With Publishers Thomas Stewart 2025-04-28 | Check out @darenn-keller!➤ Dawnfolk: store.steampowered.com/app/2308630/DawnfolkFollow me or buy my games:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.devIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Darenn Keller about the highs and lows of developing his #indiegame Dawnfolk. We talk about learning new skills, finishing big projects, negotiating with publishers, and much more!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
An Emotional Indie Hit with @kylebanks - How This Indie Dev Podcast Thomas Stewart 2025-03-14 | Check out @kylebanks!➤ Farewell North: store.steampowered.com/app/1432850/Farewell_NorthBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: / discord ➤ Patreon: / thomasstewart In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Kyle Banks about the highs and lows of developing his #indiegame Farewell North. We talk about learning new skills, how to finish big projects, picking a publisher, and much more!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
How This Indie Dev Went From a Fitness Instructor to Tech Lead Thomas Stewart 2025-02-17 | Check out @iHeartGameDev !➤ youtube.com/@iHeartGameDevBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @iHeartGameDev about what it's like to balance YouTube content creation while developing #indiegames, learning new skills, avoiding burnout, and chasing your passions.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
The 4 Step Roadmap To Making Games In 2025 Thomas Stewart 2025-01-09 | Stop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and brokers. Go to my sponsor aura.com/SetSailGames to get a 14-day free trial and see if any of your data has been exposed.My partner Aura just launched their new "Are you smarter than a scammer?" quiz. Take the quiz and see if you’re as savvy as you think: bit.ly/aurastsBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my #indieGame career, and why #gamedev can be a fulfilling career or an enjoyable hobby.Learn the roadmap for how to become a game developer in 2025.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedevelopment
Why Spawning Islands Is Hard Thomas Stewart 2024-12-12 | Buy My Games (On Every Platform!)➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my newest #indieGame #prototype project, and why the #gamedesign of this minimalist micro RTS needs some more prototyping and testing.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
Starting Work On My Micro RTS Game! Thomas Stewart 2024-12-03 | Buy My Games (On Every Platform!)➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my newest #indieGame #prototype project, and why the #gamedesign of this minimalist micro RTS makes for a not very fun demo.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
Using Data To Calculate Indie Game Success Thomas Stewart 2024-11-26 | VOTE HERE: docs.google.com/forms/d/1oVIVq2yJCr5_CKBJOuRTl11SdW8bTnYjZk-aD__CTyQBuy Bridges & Docks or Tanks, But No Tanks on all major platforms:➤ https://linktr.ee/thomas.stewart.dev💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my multiple #indieGame #prototype projects, and why the #gamedesign and market analysis of these projects are vital for the future of my career.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
Here’s Why I Waited To Launch On Switch Thomas Stewart 2024-11-21 | Buy Bridges & Docks➤ SWITCH: nintendo.com/us/store/products/bridges-and-docks-switch➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my #indieGame Bridges & Docks, and how I launched the game onto the Nintendo Switch.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
How This Indie Dev Built A YouTube Empire Thomas Stewart 2024-11-18 | Check out @Blackthornprod's channel!➤ Game Dev Rocket: (Use promo code THOMAS30 to get 30% off!)gamedevrocket.comBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Blackthornprod about what it's like to balance YouTube content creation while developing #indiegames, building in public, building courses, and collaborating with hundreds of other game developers.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Discovering Fun in Game Development #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-16 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
30 Day Game Dev Challenge #podcast #indiegamedevs #gamedev #indiegamedevlog Thomas Stewart 2024-11-15 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Game Dev is The Best Job #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-14 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Considering the Risks of Game Development #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-13 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
I’m Prototyping An Island War Strategy Game Thomas Stewart 2024-11-12 | Play the prototype demo:thomas-stewart.itch.io/island-tactics-prototypeBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my multiple #indieGame #prototype projects, and why the #gamedesign of this minimalist micro RTS makes a very fun demo.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
Balancing Time for Profit #podcast #devlog #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-11 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Dissecting Emotions in Game Design #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-10 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
From Rich to Broke: Income Anxiety #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-09 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Uncertainty of Steady Paychecks #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev #indiegamedevs Thomas Stewart 2024-11-08 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Quitting a Toxic Company & Starting a YouTube Channel #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev Thomas Stewart 2024-11-07 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
Understanding Emotions in Game Design #podcast #indiegamedevlog #gamedev Thomas Stewart 2024-11-06 | In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames
How This Indie Dev Mastered Productivity Thomas Stewart 2024-11-04 | Check out @FastForwardMyGame ➤ DodgeKing: store.steampowered.com/app/2086270/DodgeKingTimestamps:0:00 - Intro 0:27 - From Nuclear to Games6:08 - 3 Phases of Development10:51 - Parkison's Law is Key13:32 - Burnout and Heart Attacks...?17:29 - Time Management Secret21:22 - How to Tackle Tasks25:19 - Reverse your Goal = Speed34:09 - Requirements37:04 - Micro-Adjustments for Strict Deadlines45:12 - Hermit Habits for 90 Days51:52 - Appeal Test and Pitching59:01 - Masahiro Sakurai's Internal Pressure1:03:00 - Is 90 days viable? (Kinda)1:10:00 - Purpose beats Motivation1:16:08 - Porting AdviceBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @EdwardLabarcaDev about what it's like to be a productive game developer. We go over tips and tricks for mastering time management while developing #indiegames, building in public, making YouTube videos, and balancing social life.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
The 7 Deadly Game Dev Sins Thomas Stewart 2024-10-28 | Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss my opinions on the 7 deadly game dev sins. I've learned a lot through the development of my multiple #indieGame projects, and I've learned that the popular opinion isn't always the right one...Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gamedesign
How This Indie Dev Made Celeste’s Spiritual Successor Thomas Stewart 2024-10-25 | Check out @OandCoGames ➤ TetherGeist Kickstarter: kickstarter.com/projects/oandcogames/tethergeist➤ TetherGeist Demo: store.steampowered.com/app/2474430/TetherGeistBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev Jordan from @OandCoGames about what it's like to balance YouTube, family, and a full-time job while developing #indiegames, building in public, going to gaming conventions, and running kickstarter campaigns!Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Why I Changed My Mind About Prototyping Thomas Stewart 2024-10-21 | Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my multiple #indieGame #prototype projects, and why I used to hate the idea of wasted work, but I now see it as essential to the #gamedesign process.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment
How This Indie Dev Built a Game in 30 Days for $11,000 Thomas Stewart 2024-10-18 | Check out @bitemegames!➤ Unicycle Pizza Time: store.steampowered.com/app/3138570/Unicycle_Pizza_Time➤ Forge Industry: store.steampowered.com/app/2152810/Forge_IndustryBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118In this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @bitemegames about what it's like to balance YouTube content creation while developing #indiegames, building in public, reaching streamers, and revenue transparency.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Making A Medieval Portal Game Thomas Stewart 2024-10-14 | Try the demo!thomas-stewart.itch.io/some-bow-gameBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my new #indieGame #prototype ,which combines zelda dungeon gameplay with archery and portal puzzle elements.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gamedesign
How This Indie Dev Drastically Altered His Career Thomas Stewart 2024-10-11 | Go follow Aarimous!➤ YouTube: youtube.com/@Aarimous➤ Twitch: twitch.tv/aarimous➤ Chess Survivors: store.steampowered.com/app/2065000/Chess_Survivors➤ Hexagod: store.steampowered.com/app/3059390/HexagodBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118Scope Creepers: @ScopeCreepers 💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog #podcast, I talk with #indie #gamedev @Aarimous what it was like to quit his full-time job in order to pursue his passion developing #indiegames Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
I Made a Naval Combat Deck-Builder Chess Game Thomas Stewart 2024-10-07 | Try the demo!thomas-stewart.itch.io/checkmateyBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog , I discuss the development of my new #indieGame #prototype ,which combines chess with deckbuilding and naval combat.Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev. #gamedev #gamedevelopment #gamedesign
How This Indie Dev Made Over $200k On Consoles Thomas Stewart 2024-10-04 | Checkout the TreeFall Studios YouTube Channel!youtube.com/@TreeFallStudiosAnd go buy Eli's games!treefallgames.com/games-1Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog #podcast, I discuss what it was like launching numerous indie games on consoles - including #xbox #playstation #atarivcs and more! I talk with #indie #gamedev Eli from TreeFall Studios to figure out what it takes to earn well over 6 figures releasing games on consoles. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Is it worth it? Porting indie games to consoles Thomas Stewart 2024-09-30 | Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118➤ ATARI VCS: (Available on the console store)Buy Tile Cross➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10010905➤ ATARI VCS: (Available on the console store)💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I discuss how the past year went porting numerous indie games on all major console platforms. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Im not making enough money Thomas Stewart 2024-09-23 | Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On Steam➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118➤ ATARI VCS: (Available on the console store)Buy Tile Cross➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10010905➤ ATARI VCS: (Available on the console store)💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I discuss how the past year went launching two indie games on Steam and consoles. This includes the amount of money I made in game sales in 1 year on Steam. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
How This Indie Dev Crushed Kickstarter Thomas Stewart 2024-09-07 | Checkout the Outbound Kickstarter! kickstarter.com/projects/squareglade/outboundBuy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On Steam➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog #podcast, I discuss what it was like launching a #kickstarter campaign for the new upcoming hit game #Outbound. I talk with #indie #gamedev Tobi from Square Glade Games to figure out what it takes to successfully fund an indie game project. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Is YouTube worth it? My 10,000 Subscriber Retrospective. Thomas Stewart 2024-09-06 | Go to my sponsor tryclickup.co/setsailgames to organize all of your big projects and goals for free!Buy Bridges & Docks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On Steam➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/Bridges-and-Docks/9PP5BZVFCZS5➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/product/UB0284-CUSA50652_00-0073834713136738Buy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I discuss what it was like growing my indie game dev YouTube channel to over 10,000 subscribers. I've learned a lot about video games and video creation over the past couple of years. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Adding SOLDIERS to my island game Thomas Stewart 2024-07-18 | ➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On SteamBuy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I neglect porting my game Bridges & Docks onto consoles. Instead, I add new warriors to my next island game! Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
Indie Dev Income - 1 Week of Game Sales Thomas Stewart 2024-07-01 | ➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On SteamBuy Tanks, But No Tanks➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I discuss how the launch went for my Steam game Bridges & Docks. This includes the amount of money I made in game sales in just 1 week. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
I Just Launched 5 Games Thomas Stewart 2024-04-22 | ➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks^ Bridges & Docks On SteamBuy Tanks, But No Tank➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewartIn this #devlog, I discuss how I launched 5 games at the same time. The most notable is the game Bridges & Docks, and the others are smaller games that have been ported to the Atari VCS and PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.
How I Saved My Game . . . (literally) Thomas Stewart 2024-04-11 | In this #devlog, I discuss how I implemented a custom save system to save the data in my #indieGame. This was easier than I expected - now players can save their procedurally generated levels. Thanks for following my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.Wishlist Bridges & Docks➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__DocksBuy Tanks, But No Tank➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewart
I made my game awful….on purpose Thomas Stewart 2024-04-04 | In this #devlog, I discuss my very first game I ever published. It kickstarted my #gameDev career and has landed me currently self-employment - creating video games as a solo #indieDev.Wishlist Bridges & Docks➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__DocksBuy Tanks, But No Tank➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewart
Bridges & Docks | Official Trailer Thomas Stewart 2024-04-03 | ➤ Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mCBuild the island of your dreams - either by hand or using procedural generation tools.• Build your island• Complete objectives• Unlock new tools and items• Export your creations with the screenshot tool or the 3D model exporterCreate cozy islands while completing objectives to unlock new items & tools. Adjust the quantity of bridges, the maximum height of the terrain, and meticulously tweak configurations to create unique island worlds!Experience the feeling of painting the landscape, adjusting the island’s size and coastline with meticulous detail. Add trees, houses, bridges, rocks, animals, and much more!The procedural toolset allows for detailed adjustments to be made for all facets of the island’s development. Adjust the quantity of bridges, the maximum height of the terrain, and even the proximity of trees to one another.You’ll spend hours tweaking all the configurations to generate uniquely enthralling island worlds!
Creating a chill island building game #indiegame #sologamedev #devlog Thomas Stewart 2024-03-19 | In this #devlog, I discuss the development of my #procedural island game, Bridges & Docks. Working on my new #indieGame about procedurally generated islands as a solo #indieDev.Wishlist Bridges & Docks➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__Docks
Finding Inspiration To Make Games Thomas Stewart 2024-03-06 | In this #devlog, I discuss how touching grass, going outdoors, and being in nature is a major source of inspiration when it comes to #gameDev. Follow my self-employment journey creating video games as a solo #indieDev.Wishlist Bridges & Docks➤ store.steampowered.com/app/2741090/Bridges__DocksBuy Tanks, But No Tank➤ STEAM: store.steampowered.com/app/1631630/Tanks_But_No_Tanks➤ XBOX: xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tanks-but-no-tanks/9ntx0qs9n0n6➤ PLAYSTATION: store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10009118💬 Discord: discord.gg/nTKzp6t2mC➤ Patreon: patreon.com/ThomasStewart
