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Building games everybody owns. Starting “smol”.

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@darkbrightgames
Darkbright
1 year
Why hello, world! 👋 We're Darkbright Studios, a new game studio launched by @Treasure_DAO . Join us as we embark on our journey and dig in to discover the magic that will power @Smolverse 's first game title, Smolville from the ground up. 👇 #PoweredByTreasure
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
Catch our Smol having a blast preparing their garden with some newly added prototype environment farming functions! 🧑‍🌾 ⛏️ Tool Selection 🕳️ Ground Prep 🌱 Planting 💧 Watering What crop or plants would you love to cultivate on your farm? 👇
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
We’re making incredible progrEEEEEss on Smolville dev 🎮 Here's a Smol peek into our game environment with a glance at a Smol walking on the back of the flying whale 🐋 Collider? ✅ Physics? ✅ Walk cycles? ✅ Controls? ✅ What structures would you like to see on the whale? 👇
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
Looks like our Smol has started exploring the back of the flying whale 🐳 Take a closer look and you'll spot some newly sprouted trees in our ever evolving Smolville game environment 🌳 What other elements would you like to see incorporated on the Smolville whale? 💭👇
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
Today we’re taking another peek into the Smolville game engine! Our Smol is exploring further along the mysterious flying whale, encountering new NPCs near the hut 🏕 Got some ideas for our flying whale's landscape? Share them below 🎮👇🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
Our majestic sky whale with an intricate dance of particles: two animations and one mesmerizing sky scene in our game environment! 🐋✨🎨
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
Learn more about our origins in our latest dev diary ( #2 !) from our Game Director @PurplezSnow and Creative Director @SDarkbright ! 👀
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
Smolville concept art showcase time! 🎨 Check out these concept elemental icons, each representing unique archetypes for our enchanting islands! Imagine the zany adventures awaiting you on these remarkable lands 🔥🌊🌳 Which island type would you explore first? 👇
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
Ever notice the art in our world? Warm, inviting, yet mysteriously edgy. We call it 'DarkBright' 🎨 Even our Smol's design, from hair to foot, subtly mirrors the world! Noticed other design quirks? Share them with us👇
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@darkbrightgames
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5 months
Dive into our latest Dev Diary as we reflect on our epic journey so far! 👥 From solo to a team of 8 🌟 40+ game builds, 30+ logos 📚 Massive strides in game design 🎮 Exclusive playtesting & more on the horizon! We’ve also got a 'smol' preview just for you! Read now👇
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
How about a sprout that outgrows you? 🌱 An adorable Smol 'oops' moment during our development led to a quirky surprise, and added extra charm to our Smolville world 🎮 What unexpected elements would you love in Smolville? Share your zany ideas with us! 👇🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
New art incoming! Our Art Director @SoaringBrain has revealed an EEEEExhilarating sneak peek of the first strata in the Dream Cartography—a.k.a. Smolville's beautiful in-game mapping system 🗺️ Let us know your thoughts👇
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
Smolville Creative Director Spooky has posted a new dev diary! Dive into the diary to learn about the profound significance of defining pillars in game development, along with the core pillars that shape our very own Smolville adventure 🎮 Link below 👇
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@darkbrightgames
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6 months
🌌 New Dev Diary alert! Join us as we unveil the concept of Travelers. It’s more than just exploring - it’s about connecting worlds 🌏🎮 Want to learn more about the mysterious Travelers? Read below👇
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@darkbrightgames
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9 months
Ever thought you've snagged a bird only to find two more in the bush next to you? And (surprise!) that bush is wrapped with poison ivy. Fear not! It'll take a special Smol farmer to hoe it safely. A worthy quest indeed! Alas, early Smolville life! ⛏️🐦🎮
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@darkbrightgames
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1 year
Another captivating Smolville Dev Diary has just dropped 💥 Learn about the essential pillar of "Zaniness" in Smolville and how pacing, anticipation, and player-driven humor can create memorable experiences in the game 🎮 Link below 👇
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1 year
Get hyped! Art Director @SoaringBrain reveals an EEEEEpic sneak peek of the majestic Smolville flying whale soaring through magical skies 🐋☁️ Imagine the incredible adventures awaiting you in Smolville! Let us know what you think👇
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
We had an incredible Paper Prototype session with our playtesters! Their feedback will help us make Smolville even more enthralling 🚀🎮 Want to join? Signup below 👇🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
Diving into Smolville's vibrant tapestry ✨ Here's a sneak peek of our whimsical world's potential visuals. From radiant skies to vivid treetops 🌳 every hue evokes pure wonder. What colors or whimsical elements do you dream of seeing inside of Smolville? 🎨👇
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@darkbrightgames
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5 months
Kicking off the year with a Smol peek at our holiday game build! 🎮🎉 What’s new? 🔊 SFX magic 🎶 day/night BGM 🖌️ fresh art 💬 dialogue windows
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
New Dev Diary alert 🚀 Dive deeper with us into the core of "Zaniness" in Smolville as we discuss anecdotes of hilarious in-game incidents, and outlandish NPC characters that shape our game-creation journey 🎮😂 Link Below👇
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@darkbrightgames
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7 months
What is something you'd trade in a world where cash isn't an option? In Smolville, survival means smart swaps and bartering! 🍇🍉🍌🍓🤝🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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8 months
Meet Griswold's many moods! 🦁 From intense workouts to quirky surprises, each expression tells a tale. I wonder how he'd react to an unexpected rain? 🤔☔
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@darkbrightgames
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6 months
Custom questing tools are changing the game, streamlining design, and empowering our team allowing for more creative freedom! 🚀🧰💡 Check out part 2 of our tech journey here👇
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9 months
NPCs play a huge part in what we're creating! Let us know the animal types you’d like to see in our game 🎮🗳️
Primates 🐒
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Birds 🦜
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Reptiles 🦎
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Others! Reply below 👇
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
Smolville’s 2nd Paper Prototype with our playtesters was… EEEEEEPIC and ended with a thrilling coin flip 😲 Want to join? Signup for future paper prototype playtests 👇🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
We're peeling back the curtains on how we're crafting Smolville's rich lore in today's Dev Diary 📜 Dive into how we draw inspiration, meet unique NPCs, and discover our world's depth 🎮🌍 Read now👇
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11 months
Some key takeaways from the recent Smolville Dev Diary by Game Director @PurplezSnow 🎮📝 Link below to the full post 👇🏼
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@darkbrightgames
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7 months
🎮 Ever been stumped by weird controls? A great UI/UX makes for seamless play and deep connection. UI/UX in games isn't just about design, it's the bridge to the virtual world! And that's what we're building toward. Want a sneak peek of what we're working on? 👇🏼
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10 months
In case you missed it, here’s a TL:DR of our latest Dev Diary! 📝 Read the full update below 👇🏼
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6 months
Dive into Part 2 of our Dev Diary #12 🌟 We're revealing the art of character creation in our game's world. See how contrasts shape our Travelers and bring our game world to life👇
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10 months
As we continue on our exciting journey together, we found ourselves wondering...what aspects of Smolville's game development are you most interested in? 🗳️👇
Concept Art & Music
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Backstory & NPCs
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Coding & Mechanics
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11 months
We’re back again with another Smolville poll 🎮 Q: Would you be interested in joining an exclusive Discord gaming-centric server dedicated to all things Smolville? Let us know what ya think 🗳️👇
Count me in! 🎮🏃
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Need more info first! 🤔
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Happy with current setup!
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5 months
Smol gamers! We're planning our video content and need your input! What's your preferred gaming video length? 🕹️🎬
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@darkbrightgames
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8 months
Did you miss our recent Dev Diary? Here's a quick TLDR 🎮👇🏼
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1 year
Game Director PurpleSnow is back with another Smolville poll for all you gamers out there 🎮 Q: How crucial is background music to your gaming experience? Cast your vote below 🗳️👇
Makes or breaks the game!
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Must match the mood
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9 months
Dive into today's Dev Diary to meet Griswold, our muscle-packed pro wrestling farmer! Discover how he and other characters shape the quirky essence of Project Smolville 🌻💪 Check it out below👇
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7 months
In games, UI's the visuals you touch & UX's the overall feel. When they sync? MAGIC ✨ Read more about it in our latest Smolville Dev Diary 🎮👇🏼
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9 months
Which game environments do you love exploring the most? 🌍🐳
🌴 Tropical
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🗻 Mountainous
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🌊 Underwater
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5 months
Dive in 👉
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@darkbrightgames
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8 months
As we continue to craft our game world, we're considering some legendary NPCs! Which mythical creature do you want roaming Smolville? 🗳️👇
🐉 Dragons
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🦅 Gryphons
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🦄 Unicorns
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🧜 Merfolk
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@darkbrightgames
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6 months
What's your preference when seeking recommendations for new games? 🎮👇
Trending on X
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Word of Mouth
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Online Gaming Communities
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7 months
When it comes to gaming videos, what's your go-to pick? If you have favs other than the ones listed in the poll, make sure to let us know in the comments below! 🎬👇
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5 months
How does sound shape your gaming experience? Your input tunes our world in Smolville! 🎧🎮👇
Full immersion
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8 months
We've been chatting about the therapeutic vibes gaming can offer. Which aspects of gaming help you de-stress? 🎮👇
World immersion 🌍
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Unlocking achievements 🏆
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Community & friends 🤝
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5 months
For short gaming videos, what content captures your attention? Your choice helps us create what you love. 🎮📺 If there are other video content types outside of the options below that you'd like to see, make sure to let us know! 👇
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10 months
What protagonist draws you into a game? Share your fave! 🎮👇
The Silent Type 🤐
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8 months
We're back with another game poll! What's a key reason you might not finish a game? 🙅🏻‍♂️🎮
I always complete them!
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10 months
Dev Diary #8 :
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6 months
Check it out now:
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@darkbrightgames
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11 months
Read Here 👉
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7 months
🕹Who doesn't like a good mini-game? How do you feel about mini-games in main games?
Must-have!
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@darkbrightgames
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10 months
Remember, it’s a paper prototype and not the actual game! Signup here:
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11 months
Sign up for a chance to be part of future playtests (Not the actual game):
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Check it out 👉
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Check our Dev Diary 👉🏼
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Read now:
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Dev Diary #7 :
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📓Dev Diary #8 :
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Dev Diary #9 :
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@darkbrightgames
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@smolbound 🛠️
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Read the full Dev Diary here 👉
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@smolverse 💯🔥
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11 months
@smolverse @Treasure_DAO Make sure to join up, Smols! It’ll be a fun one! Get a first look at the game loop of the expeditions component of the Smolville game!
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