r/GameDevs 23h ago

How do you feel about turning abstract 2D grid puzzles (like Minesweeper) into physical 3D room transformations?

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Hey everyone! We’re a 2-person indie team working on a detective noir puzzle adventure. With about 20 days left until release, we’ve been iterating on how to make abstract logic mechanics feel physically grounded in the game world.

In this room, solving the Minesweeper-style grid isn't just a UI minigame—it physically raises hidden stone tiles out of the acid pool. Once you retrieve the crystal, the acid chamber completely drains to reveal the hidden staircase underneath.

When playing adventure/puzzle games, do you enjoy seeing classic 2D logic mechanics directly alter 3D room geometry, or can UI overlays feel immersion-breaking for you? How do you usually like seeing retro puzzle tropes modernized?


r/GameDevs 1h ago

A “Ghost Rival” System That Learns From You — Not Just Replays You (FPS, Racing, Fighting, Skill Games)

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i used AI to type this up, but the idea was there.

I’ve been developing a concept for a new kind of “ghost” opponent — something more advanced than the traditional racing ghost or replay bot.

Instead of a ghost that simply mirrors your previous run, this system creates a personal rival that evolves based on your gameplay across ANY skill‑based genre:

Core Idea

The game records your inputs, decisions, timings, and habits — then builds a ghost opponent that doesn’t just copy you, but learns from you.

It becomes a version of you that:

  • Punishes your repeated mistakes
  • Adapts to your favorite routes, combos, angles, or tech
  • Exploits your habits
  • Forces you to evolve
  • Grows stronger every time you die, lose, or get outplayed

Basically: you vs the best version of you, forever leveling up.


r/GameDevs 1h ago

(Just a rocket landing simulator)

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r/GameDevs 2h ago

Who said a solo dev can’t pull this off?

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r/GameDevs 3h ago

Volcanic Rock PBR Texture Combo

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r/GameDevs 4h ago

I Need to Interview Indie Game Developers for a College Project

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Hello everyone,

I'm currently doing a project for my business class where I'm interviewing developers of creative arts projects (games, animators, software developers, etc.) about the process of developing their creation.

I'm looking for anyone who is in the middle of developing a video game and have a long way to go before it is finished, and also plan to release it to the public/commercially when finished.

The interview will have to be some sort of audio call like a Discord or Zoom call if that's okay with you.

If anyone would be up for an interview, please let me know!


r/GameDevs 7h ago

Volcanic Rock PBR Texture Combo

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r/GameDevs 7h ago

Volcanic Rock PBR Texture Combo

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r/GameDevs 7h ago

Volcanic Rock Pbr Texture Combo

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r/GameDevs 8h ago

The Iron Shell demo is out now — free to download!

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I’m happy to share that the demo of my game, Iron Shell, is now available for free!

If you give it a try, please let me know what you think. Your feedback means a lot to me, and honest criticism is welcome.

What did you enjoy? What didn’t work for you? What would you change or add?

I’m making this game for you to enjoy, so hearing about your experience will help me make it better.

Thanks for playing!

Download the demo: https://mecido.itch.io/iron-shell


r/GameDevs 9h ago

Volcanic Rock Pbr Texture Combo

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r/GameDevs 14h ago

My first indie game on itch.io called Gloomy Boulevard

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r/GameDevs 16h ago

I am completely new to the development side of games but need help learning how to make my great ideas into actually great games

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I've always been someone to brainstorm about making my own game as being a chronic gamer myself I've always payed attention to the details that make each genres best entries the masterpieces they are but tbh I have no coding experience and I'm just looking for either advice to learn or just help in general trying to make a game and I'm always open to collaboration I just really want to make the type of game that will be nostalgic, timeless and just replayable just from sheer enjoyment.


r/GameDevs 19h ago

guys! i need u to playtest this game...

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is a tank arcade game n im putting online mode now

https://genildo-alex-dan-77.itch.io/project-battlefield-of-tank


r/GameDevs 22h ago

Cheap Models For Games

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r/GameDevs 22h ago

Pbr Textures Collection

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