Alicia Fortier ➡️ GDC 2025

In case you've been like "wow justin sure is posting about Spirit Crossing a lot"- it's because the spinout from Netflix means we are indie once more, and not only that- but are now joining the ranks of employee-owned indie studios! A very big step.

oh yeah, the flying alpaca are called fluffalo

you uh. you throw cookies at their face to get them to land nearby so you and others can shear their gnarly butts for wool

Spirit Crossing on Steam Befriend bears, aid lost spirits, ride fluffalo, and build a thriving village with other players in this multiplayer life-sim from the creators of "Cozy Grove." Find endless opportunities to...

BTW, Spirit Crossing is coming to Steam. The goal is to create a major Cozy MMO with a huge population of folks making friends in a safe and welcoming space.

I deeply believe we can make the world a better place.

If this interests you, please wishlist!
store.steampowered.com/app/2321960/...

A banner image showcases a colorful, pastel carnival environment with a big blue sky above and fireworks pouring downward from the center. "WHOLESOME SNACK 2025" is written in bubbly font. In the center stands a happy little square-shaped blue bear with big golden glasses and a professional outfit with a nametag. She's smiling with her eyes closed. A speech bubble to the left of her says "ahem... we have a BIG announcement!" The banner is referencing a showcase hosted by Wholesome Games.

🎉 Catch us next week in Wholesome Snack !! 🧁

Thanks to @wholesomegames.com for hosting. 🩷

Nibbit has been working tirelessly on all the details so that we can share some VERY exciting Spirit Crossing news!

Get notified when the event goes live. ↓
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Happy World Kindness Day. 🧡

While working on Spirit Crossing, we often discuss how we can encourage both kindness and a sense of community.

Today, we're looking to our Alpha players to share their favorite moments of kindness found in-game!

Here are some of the things they had to say. 🧵

Spirit Crossing | Patch Notes for Version 14.5 Hello wanderers!With the arrival of 14.5, we have a brand new round of patch notes for you to read. If something in particular brings you joy from this update, we always enjoy reading your feedback…

Spirit Crossing 14.5 is now live!

Introducing new:
🎩 Clothing
🪄 Decor
🖌️ Events
🐟 Co-op Activities

.. and much more!

Live now, full patch notes below ↓
spryfox.com/2025/10/29/spirit-crossing-patch-notes-for-version-14-5/

You can download + start playing the update today!
⛅ playspiritcrossing.com

Now that we're all home from GDC you should add me on Pokemon Go 🐌✨🍓
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One hour before our talk! It has laughs, it has bears, and only a little bit of body horror #gdc2025 #wearegdc

So excited to be able to share the next project I'm working on! A non-violent pro-social MMO;

Also you can sign up for Playtests
playspiritcrossing.com

What's the best way to share docs at a conference? I want to share PDF materials to folks with a QR code - do people still use dropbox?

Bear Hugs and Dev Tears: Building Stories for 'Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit' 20th March, 2025 01:30pm - 02:00pm - Ever wonder how a fully remote team creates a game just as likely to serve a hearty chuckle as it is...

More details:
schedule.gdconf.com/session/bear...

Image for GDC talk Bear Hugs & Dev Tears: Building Stories in CGCS; talk at 1:30 PM March 20th Room 3004 West Hall. For the game Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit. Motto: All Who are lost deserve spreadsheets...i mean kindness

For GDC Folks; Next Thursday we'll be talking about the collaborative design/narrative process for Cozy Grove Camp Spirit; including links to real design docs!

Gcalendar: calendar.app.google/zY9MGJ8yvkJa...

#MeetMeAtGDC, #WeareGDC
@officialgdc.bsky.social

145. Don't Wait For Permission, Carve Your Own Leadership Path - With Alicia Fortier Rise and Play Podcast · Episode

Really loved chatting with the ever excellent @rainysector.bsky.social for the Rise and Play podcast. Only went on one or two tangents 🙊

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YouTube video by Kinda Funny Games We Need To Fix Black Hair in Video Games - The Blessing Show

Super interesting video with lots of analysis, examples and expertise.

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Fun fact: I also have pockets under my arms, usually I store loose change or use them to bring eggs up to room temp.

I may have missed my calling making those weird toothbrushing mobile games but i dont want them to be gross, just satisfying.

Do I have any interest in a real-time horse chestnut peeling game that's in browser and all you have is a leg of a horse and every 2 weeks you can peel a chestnut off of it and say 'that's a good peel'

Anytime I see a cute animal video I just want to make a game about it.

Yesterday I went down a rabbit hole watching people tenderly assist their iguanas and geckos molting and I just want to give reptiles warm baths and peel the dead skin off their little spikes ok??

When you visit the neopian pound you get a 'Dr Death' achievement and that is just so very sassy

Enriching your Game with Disobedience Authors: Alicia Fortier, Alexander “Droqen” Clair Tseu Martin, Tanya X. Short, Alexei Pepers, Kaitlin Tremblay, Linsey Murdock 🤔How to Use this Paper This paper is offered as a lens for you to (re)con...

game designers!!! the day is here! Polaris 2024 reports are released: polarisgamedesign.com/reports/

and my group's is about how and when and why you might want to make your game's characters less obedient to the player's whims: polarisgamedesign.com/2024/enrichi...

YouTube video by Spry Fox Cozy Grove LoFi Radio 🏕️ Both Games OST (Stream Friendly)

If you need some cozy background music for your friday might I suggest this lovely Cozy Grove OST video with animated background. 🐛✨

www.youtube.com/watch?v=u07p...

YouTube video by HGModernism I fixed my lactose intolerance -- by chugging ALL the lactose

I fixed my lactose intolerance by testing out what I learned from a cool research paper!

youtu.be/h90rEkbx95w

First day of 3 weeks off; I had so many plans! Made a tactical error by playing Infinity Nikki, I guess wearing dresses is fine too.

I thought all you edgy fashionable devs should know that one of the coolest canadian brands is doing a sale this weekend with free north american shipping.

After years of lurking im getting myself a lil treat
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A cute calico cat lying on a stair with a dramatic turkey leg pose

A little razzle dazzle for your feed.

A lonely introvert's guide to authentic networking Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Hii despite public speaking + an online presence Im a scared anxiety ball! People are scary and networking is terrifying

But it got better over the years and so I did a talk about managing those fears

Its okay to be a loner! And go to events alone!
You can do it!

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My partner just cleaned and organised the fridge but also I spent all this time carving pumpkins and the internet says to fridge them.

Do you think he'll notice?

I hear a lot of 'How do I know if I'm a diversity hire?' ; it's a total trap of a thought loop that will undermine your confidence, waste your energy, and is completely out of your control. You don't need to justify being there, do the best you can with each opportunity you get. Protect your peace.

Gamerella is taking sign ups! I'll be going in-person (MTL) but there's also an online option this year.

It's a totally free, beginner-friendly game jam with a focus on inclusivity, accessibility, education and support~ Every time I've gone the vibes very nourishing. 🐛✨

gamerella.ca

oooh tasty