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I'm so grateful that I get to announce this today - Those Who Rule 2!
A big thank you to all of you who supported the first game for allowing me to continue the series.❤️
You can wishlist Those Who Rule 2 on Steam to follow development!
store.steampowered.com/app/4299520/Th…
A big thank you to all of you who supported the first game for allowing me to continue the series.❤️
You can wishlist Those Who Rule 2 on Steam to follow development!
store.steampowered.com/app/4299520/Th…
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Terrible news to see this happen to a really talented SRPG developer. Alfred is one of the hardest working people out there, and having something out of your control happen like this is every dev's nightmare.
The launch day is the most important day for a game, with months of planning and coordination. Hoping the Steam review team can get something figured out ASAP because Alfred and the team deserve better.
The launch day is the most important day for a game, with months of planning and coordination. Hoping the Steam review team can get something figured out ASAP because Alfred and the team deserve better.
This is Alfred Kamon, the Game Director of Food Devils.
Today, we were supposed to release our game in Early Access after 4 years of work. I'm beyond devastated to announce that the big day we've all been anticipating will have to wait a little longer, because... Steam won't of context: Steam requires developers to submit a build of their game for approval (it's a standard procedure to check that the game doesn't contain malware, that it has the content described on the store, etc.). Before submitting a build, devs see a disclaimer that says "This review typically takes 3-5 business days, but please allow up to 7 business days in case feedback needs to be addressed".
I can confirm that this is true under normal circumstances, and Steam has always been a lovely storefront for me and my fellow devs! Responses have always been timely for our previous games and demos.
So, what's the problem this time?
We can only assume it's because Steam's review queue is clogged up by AI slop, but the whole process is now taking several weeks for some developers (although the disclaimer hasn’t been updated and we still read "3-5 business days").
We submitted our build of Food Devils more than 20 days ago (!), on October 12th, but it's still awaiting approval... Even now, we don't know when Steam will give us the final OK to finally release our game. We sent another ticket last week saying that the situation was urgent and that we might miss our release date because of this, but it also got ignored.
I’m sure that their staff is just too overwhelmed at the moment, but these sudden and massive delays have affected many developers throughout October, with some even being forced to postpone their releases... including us.
For those who were looking forward to playing Food Devils, I'm sorry... and I share your pain...
I will announce the new release date as soon as we have some news! Hopefully it'll still happen by the end of this week, but I can't make any promises as this is out of our control.
In the meantime, while we're waiting, we'll keep polishing the game, working on future Early Access content and marching forward with our development timeline.
I hope you'll keep looking forward to playing our game anyway. We worked so hard for years for this day, and I hope we'll be able to enjoy its launch together when the time finally comes. ❤️
Thank you for your patience, and I wish you a great day.
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Those Who Rule retweeted
We're hosting this week's official #TurnBasedThursday on X! 🎉
⚙️ #GameDev / #IndieDev, reply & show us all your turn-based video games; use the hashtag!
🎮 #TurnBased fans, @ games who should be in this thread; ♥ / 🔁 great games from the replies!
RPGs, strategy games, sims & more all welcome!
⚙️ #GameDev / #IndieDev, reply & show us all your turn-based video games; use the hashtag!
🎮 #TurnBased fans, @ games who should be in this thread; ♥ / 🔁 great games from the replies!
RPGs, strategy games, sims & more all welcome!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
#Archrebel demo is finally OUT! A major milestone has been reached. Thank you folks for staying with me this long. 🍻
#gamedev #indiegamedev
#gamedev #indiegamedev
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A lot of work goes into the screen where we immediately click “Continue.”
#srpg #indiegame #gamedev #gameart
#srpg #indiegame #gamedev #gameart
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Those Who Rule retweeted
『Those Who Rule 2』のメインメニュー背景を描かせていただきました。
タクティカルターン制RPGとして現在開発中の作品です。ゲームの世界観に合うよう、西洋風の画風にも挑戦しました。
発売された際には、ぜひプレイしてみてください！
タクティカルターン制RPGとして現在開発中の作品です。ゲームの世界観に合うよう、西洋風の画風にも挑戦しました。
発売された際には、ぜひプレイしてみてください！
Parallax main menu art for Those Who Rule 2!
I've hidden small interactive animations across the piece so players can discover something new every time they open the game.❤️
Background art by the talented @karasu_100
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Parallax main menu art for Those Who Rule 2!
I've hidden small interactive animations across the piece so players can discover something new every time they open the game.❤️
Background art by the talented @karasu_100
I've hidden small interactive animations across the piece so players can discover something new every time they open the game.❤️
Background art by the talented @karasu_100
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Those Who Rule retweeted
It's #TurnBasedThursday! I'm delighted to be this week’s official host.
As the spooky season nears, let's summon some turn based games!
Devs - show us your games... and don't forget the #TurnBasedThursday hashtag, & 🔁 re-share
Players - ❤️, ✅ wishlist & 🔁 re-share
As the spooky season nears, let's summon some turn based games!
Devs - show us your games... and don't forget the #TurnBasedThursday hashtag, & 🔁 re-share
Players - ❤️, ✅ wishlist & 🔁 re-share
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The journey begins...
Playtesting for Those Who Rule 2 is underway!
If you love classics like Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, I'm making this game for you:
- Hand-crafted tactical battles
- No life-sim elements
- Deep character customization
- Branching promotions
Playtesting for Those Who Rule 2 is underway!
If you love classics like Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, I'm making this game for you:
- Hand-crafted tactical battles
- No life-sim elements
- Deep character customization
- Branching promotions
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Those Who Rule retweeted
Heyy, we're pretty fired up to host this week's official #TurnBasedThursday!🔥
Indie devs!! Are you making a turn-based game? Drop it in the replies and use the hashtag!
Players, if you love turn-based games, 🔁/❤️ your favorites! You'll find your next obsession in the replies!
Indie devs!! Are you making a turn-based game? Drop it in the replies and use the hashtag!
Players, if you love turn-based games, 🔁/❤️ your favorites! You'll find your next obsession in the replies!
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My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
My game is for FIRE EMBLEM FANS, algorithm PLEASE FIND THEM!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
We're SOOO happy to be hosting this week's official #Turnbasedthurday
We want all #indiedev to show us their turn-based games!
Are you a turn-based fan? Check out, like and comment the AMAZING games under this post!!
Don't forget to add the hashtag & tag other devs!
We want all #indiedev to show us their turn-based games!
Are you a turn-based fan? Check out, like and comment the AMAZING games under this post!!
Don't forget to add the hashtag & tag other devs!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
We're more than happy to host the official #TurnBasedThursday on X this week ⚔️
Devs, drop your game below and tag another developer to join the thread!
Players, this is your chance to discover your next favorite turn based game! Support fellow indies, and don't forget to love! ❤️
#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame
Devs, drop your game below and tag another developer to join the thread!
Players, this is your chance to discover your next favorite turn based game! Support fellow indies, and don't forget to love! ❤️
#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame
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Those Who Rule retweeted
The indie title @ThoseWhoRule surprised me how strong of a story there is behind the super fun tactical combat.
Those Who Rule 2 is in production and I hope that a lot of the points are getting worked on + that more people give TWR a chance
youtu.be/SuwCJTZb25g
#thosewhorule
Those Who Rule 2 is in production and I hope that a lot of the points are getting worked on + that more people give TWR a chance
youtu.be/SuwCJTZb25g
#thosewhorule
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Those Who Rule retweeted
Thrilled to be officialy hosting this week's #TurnBasedThursday thread!
Devs, share your games below and tag another #gamedev you want to join in!
Players, your wishlist is starving and needs to be fed, so take a look at this thread for delicious #turnbased goodness!
Devs, share your games below and tag another #gamedev you want to join in!
Players, your wishlist is starving and needs to be fed, so take a look at this thread for delicious #turnbased goodness!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
💎Dark Deity 3 is officially on the way!💎
Miss GBA-era Fire Emblem?
⚔️Combine 74 fantastical unit classes
♟️Conquer challenging tactical battles
🛡️Level up your army
🧙♂️Immerse in a fully voiced story
📷 Watch the full trailer and Wishlist Dark Deity 3 on Steam!
Miss GBA-era Fire Emblem?
⚔️Combine 74 fantastical unit classes
♟️Conquer challenging tactical battles
🛡️Level up your army
🧙♂️Immerse in a fully voiced story
📷 Watch the full trailer and Wishlist Dark Deity 3 on Steam!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
We're delighted to officially host this week's #TurnBasedThursday!
Dear #IndieDev & #GameDev, share your turn-based games with the hashtag!
Turn-based fans, here's your chance to grow your wishlist!
🔁 Repost 💬 Comment and ❤️ Like all turn-based gems in this thread!
Dear #IndieDev & #GameDev, share your turn-based games with the hashtag!
Turn-based fans, here's your chance to grow your wishlist!
🔁 Repost 💬 Comment and ❤️ Like all turn-based gems in this thread!
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Those Who Rule retweeted
The Most Anticipated SRPGs Coming to PC In 2026 & 2027
turnbasedlovers.com/lists/the-most…
#turnbased #SRPG #RPG #indiegames #turnbasedlovers
turnbasedlovers.com/lists/the-most…
#turnbased #SRPG #RPG #indiegames #turnbasedlovers
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Those Who Rule retweeted
🌶️DEMO OUT NOW!🌶️
(and new trailer)
Fire Emblem × Dungeon Meshi = Food Devils
- Hunt your dinner on a grid
- Customize your restaurant
- Summon humans with food
- Reclass them with Devil Contracts
...so, basically, Fried Emblem, or Food Emblem, or... what would you call it?
(and new trailer)
Fire Emblem × Dungeon Meshi = Food Devils
- Hunt your dinner on a grid
- Customize your restaurant
- Summon humans with food
- Reclass them with Devil Contracts
...so, basically, Fried Emblem, or Food Emblem, or... what would you call it?
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