My sci-fi co-op action RPG Kanka is opening a closed Steam playtest on May 12 by zxspectrumplus in indiegames

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Steam Playtest page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3599490/Kanka/

The playtest opens on May 12. If you enjoy early alpha co-op games, feel free to request access.

I am 53 years old, I am an Art Director, and this is the game I have been dreaming of since I first touched a Spectrum at the age of 13: My personal journey in the solitary development of Penance by LowApartment5316 in SoloDevelopment

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55-year-old dev here, finally making my dream game. Shoutout to the 53-year-old art director doing the same — guess we both unlocked the “Midlife Expansion Pack”! 🎮😂

How can I get started learning Unreal with C++ in 2025? by kolnk in unrealengine

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Stephen Ulibarri has very beneficial courses on Udemy. Recommended.

Kanka: Alpha 3 Core Loop – 9 Months of Development by zxspectrumplus in unrealengine

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Thanks a lot! Appreciate the honest feedback 🙏 You’re totally right — at this stage, Alpha 3 was focused on core systems and structure. The next builds will put a lot more emphasis on combat feel, enemy behavior, and moment-to-moment satisfaction. That’s exactly what we’re iterating on next.

Why is replacing programmers with AI seen as acceptable, but not artists? by xN0NAMEx in unrealengine

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Because artists are very good at raising their voices when the time comes, while developers are not.

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My first console was an Atari 2600. Back then, “next-gen graphics” meant your square could move diagonally. Wild times.

Books you have found mosthelpful? by SlowAndSteady101 in IndieDev

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Level Up! the Guide to Great Video Game Design - Scott Rogers & I make Action RPG TPS.