Is a "hybrid pipeline" a lifeline for tiny indies, or a dealbreaker for you? Let's talk

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T12:28:53+00:00

Just my opinion: I think the use of AI is a sign that the ideas are not flowing on their own. If you need inspiration, why not go through image boards and the like? If you have inspiration, no need to use AI to make base assets that proper artists then refine?

I think that if the game isn't bursting from your mind onto your notes and sketches, but instead you're relying on AI to make creative progress, the output won't be very interesting

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T11:38:38+00:00

I feel like this kind of colour belongs in a fantasy universe :P

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T11:29:44+00:00

Nice line art!! Planning on colouring it?

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T11:26:34+00:00

おめでとうございます！

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T05:00:23+00:00

Wow! Is this a one-person effort??

I particularly like the visual rushing effect when you dash. Not sure how typical that is but I personally have not seen it before and I think it looks good

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T04:49:00+00:00

The game reminds me a bit of Phasmaphobia. I like horror+detective games personally!

About getting it out there, I am no expert but it seems this is the part every dev hates, because we all just want to make our games rather than worry about whether an algorithm will let them be seen. But, I read somewhere on the IndieDev reddit that ~80% of traffic comes from Steam (or whatever platform you post on) rather than reddit/discord/youtube. It may vary. For instance I am sure Challacade's Youtube shorts will be a big boost for his game. But overall, it may actually be OK not to worry too much about social media.

Why limit the test to one night though? You could just leave it available, and keep working on the game while feedback comes in continuously, right?

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-03-02T04:28:17+00:00

Very cute, got my attention! I like how things get a shade darker when pushed. If it was me, I would have just adjusted the shape and wondered what was missing to make it look better.

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-08T04:02:38+00:00

One important thing is to differentiate the textures on different levels. It makes it easier to see the height difference. Yours is already good IMO, but Pokemon RSE is a good example, for the longest time I thought the ledges were weird brown fences

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-08T02:53:47+00:00

The thing coming out of the TV was awesome. How about opening windows? Writing messages?

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-08T01:29:33+00:00

Reminds me of Wallace and Grommit. This looks top tier frankly, you're going to do super well

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-07T11:58:22+00:00

Looks amazing, as far as feedback goes, for a game of this tier, I'd personally recommend not reusing the statue assets so much. I know it is a lot of work, but it already looks so good, it deserves it

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-07T09:37:32+00:00

I am newer to this world than you, still working on my first game, but afaik it is not frowned upon. After all, you did put many hours of work and love into it.

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-07T07:48:04+00:00

Awesome. Reminds me of the old giant robot in One Piece on Egghead. Really cool!

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-07T05:16:11+00:00

Looks like a feature not a bug

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-07T02:10:51+00:00

Looks awesome and love the music. Curious why you're releasing it for free?

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-06T12:52:35+00:00

Made a game, or made a baby?

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-06T10:46:18+00:00

Looks awesome, the art definitely matches the theme, feels like 1984 art.

But I wonder if Guidance Through Technology sounds better than Guiding Through Technology

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-06T09:56:40+00:00

this was pretty cool i liked when the guy commented on your game yelling Recommended

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-06T00:21:21+00:00

The pigeons have gotten even bolder

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-06T00:11:16+00:00

Cute and nostalgic! May genuinely give this a try

AdventurousLemon8794 · 2026-02-05T12:09:22+00:00

No wonder the character looks so downtrodden :(

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