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Dealing with solo indie dev loneliness

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After thinking about it for a year, I decided to become a solo indie game developer. I don't think it's laziness. It ended with burnout and depression. I guess it's a form of neurodivergence, if that's the right word. I recently started a new project that I think has a lot of potential.

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Exploring the evolving Japanese indie game scene

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Japanese developers, and the organizations supporting them, on Japan's slow but growing indie scene.

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Must-have tools and libraries for indie game developers in 2024

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Thanks to the constant development of technology and an ever-growing set of powerful tools, indie developers can create games that rival those made by big studios. If you're an indie developer looking to take your project to the next level, here's your essential toolkit for 2024.

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Pantaloon helps out indie devs with free resource hub

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The publishing hub offers indie teams everything they need to take a crack at self-publishing, from pitch decks to roadmaps and playtest frameworks.

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Looking for Collaborators Indie Game Project (Unity, 3D Top-Down Adventure)

GameDev.Net

I'm working on a unique indie game, an atmospheric top-down adventure with a focus on nature, healing, and magic without violence or traditional combat. The game design doc is ready , and the vision is clear.

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Atari calls on indie devs to pitch a new Bubsy game

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Atari has put out the call for any indie developer with a love for Bubsy to try their hand at revitalizing the dormant character.

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SAG-AFTRA launches new contract tiers for indie devs

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Under this specific agreement, indie studios can now work with union performers, provided they meet the right budget requirements.

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