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Silk Softworks

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Hi, I'm Erik! I'm a solo dev making weird videogames like Kainga: Seeds of Civilization and now ShantyTown; a relaxing diorama builder where you craft vibrant, cozy city scenes.

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ShantyTown - Developer's Livestream
YouTube video by Silk Softworks ShantyTown - Developer's Livestream

If you couldn't catch my livestream on Thursday, don't fret, as you can watch the full VOD over on YouTube!

Plus, there's a couple of never-before seen levels being showcased in there. Check it out!

youtu.be/MUV-ciCzSss

#IndieDev #SteamNextFest #CozyGame

28.02.2026 18:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick reminder for the ShantyTown Discord!

If you wanna talk and interact, please do so! Can't wait to see you all there.

discord.gg/QbD7RPKEjt

#Steam #SteamNextFest #Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame

27.02.2026 17:15 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm delighted to announce that ShantyTown will be included as part of the PAX Rising showcase!

The event runs from March 26th to the 29th, where you'll be able to stop by my booth, have a chat, and play some ShantyTown.

See you there!

east.paxsite.com/en-us/featur...

#PAXRising

26.02.2026 17:40 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick heads up, I'll be going live in about 30 minutes!

Jump in for a chat and let's play some ShantyTown. Can't wait to see you there!

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@silksoftworks

Twitch: www.twitch.tv/kaingadev

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

26.02.2026 13:44 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Check Silk Softworks on YouTube and Twitch tomorrow as I'll be livestreaming some ShantyTown!

Don't forget your snacks and your questions. I'll see you there!

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

25.02.2026 17:48 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Answering your questions for the next few hours over on Reddit, so, feel free to hop in!

www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

25.02.2026 14:16 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From the IAmA community on Reddit Explore this post and more from the IAmA community

Here's a link to the main thread: www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

I'll be jumping in shortly!

25.02.2026 13:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Hi there!

I'll be doing a Reddit AMA in about 45 minutes regarding solo development & ShantyTown.

If you've got any questions or curiosities, stop by and ask, and I'll happily answer!

See you there 🫑

#IndieDev #CozyGame #AMA #SoloDev

25.02.2026 13:17 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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What’s new in ShantyTown's latest demo? Well, let me show you!

Be sure to try the demo out for yourself and wishlist the game on Steam.

store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

24.02.2026 18:07 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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❀️drops on❀️ comfy cozy palia :) - ronnie on Twitch ronnie went live on Twitch. Catch up on their Palia VOD now.

Ronnie finds the beauty in everyday chaos as she adventures through the ShantyTown demo; the perfect stream for a cozy evening in.

Check out her VOD here: www.twitch.tv/videos/27054...

#IndieDev #CozyGame #RelaxingGameplay #SteamNextFest

24.02.2026 17:37 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Played ShantyTown yet? πŸ€”
Check it out: πŸ‘‡
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#indiegame #steamnextfest #demo #gaming

24.02.2026 17:07 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Steam NEXT Fest is here, and so is the updated ShantyTown demo! 🚨

Jump in today, and shape a cosy little city that is unique to you. Whilst you're there, feel free to wishlist ShantyTown on Steam!

store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#SteamNEXTFest #CozyGame #IndieDev #RelaxingGameplay

23.02.2026 18:12 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The new building competition for ShantyTown is officially live on Discord! πŸ†

This week: The Marsh Pipe

Enter and be in with the chance of winning a key for ShantyTown, as well as getting your name immortalised in the building name pool.

Discord: discord.gg/qfssa4PRuj

23.02.2026 15:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to Kylie the Grey for being the first winner of the ShantyTown building competition, as well as our runners-up; Delta and Strig! πŸ†

23.02.2026 13:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Is your game participating in #SteamNextFest ?
link it below ‡️
Found a cool game? Share it! πŸ“’
See something nice? Wishlist it βœ…

Here's my cozy urban building game:
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

23.02.2026 02:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy "Big Block of Cheese Day"! πŸ§€
It's a real thing, look it up (or ask me!)

I put a big block of cheese in ShantyTown...

20.02.2026 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
YouTube video by Silk Softworks ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)

ShantyTown is Next Fest ready!

Stay tuned for more updates folks, and don't forget to check out the trailer!

youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame #gametok

19.02.2026 17:19 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wishing everyone warmth and a cosy place to grow. Happy Chinese New Year!

#gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #gametok #chinesenewyear

17.02.2026 18:56 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
YouTube video by Silk Softworks ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)

New #ShantyTown Trailer just dropped. 😱

Oh yeah, you can build all that and more in this relaxing urban building game!

youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#indiegames #indiegameing #cozygame #games #UnrealEngine5 #indiedev #solodev

17.02.2026 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
YouTube video by Silk Softworks ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)

New ShantyTown Trailer is live!

Plus, there's a new demo now available featuring Controller Support, Chinese New Year items, potted plants, icon upgrades, and some QoL updates.

Watch the trailer now!
youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

17.02.2026 17:03 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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Wishing you all a Happy Valentine's Day, however you celebrate! 🫢

#gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame #valentinesday

14.02.2026 17:08 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£Yoo gamers, I'm hosting a weekly building competition πŸ† in #ShantyTown!
This week's location: "The Lighthouse!"

Win and get a game key πŸ”‘ and your name forever immortalized into the game!
Deets here:
store.steampowered.com/news/app/243...

#screenshotsaturday #indiegame #Competition #cozygames

14.02.2026 14:41 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Making dynamic music in ShantyTown, my latest devlog!

Check out the full video over on YouTube:
youtu.be/zJ4rV4XQBKk

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame

13.02.2026 18:55 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #ChineseNewYears everyone!
I'm building on theme little neighborhoods in my solo-developed indie game ShantyTown :)

11.02.2026 14:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Allow yourself to unwind and relax...

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

09.02.2026 17:48 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just a couple of dockside houses. Loving the creations people are building in the ShantyTown demo already! 😍

09.02.2026 15:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How you take that photo is all up to you.

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

05.02.2026 17:11 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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You do you. Whatever you make will be beautiful.

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

03.02.2026 21:40 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Music that Changes as You Play the Game - ShantyTown [ Devlog 23 ]
YouTube video by Silk Softworks Music that Changes as You Play the Game - ShantyTown [ Devlog 23 ]

How I created my urban building game's dynamic soundtrack:
youtu.be/zJ4rV4XQBKk
Check out this #ShantyTown Devlog! πŸ‘†

Also, I'll be joining the upcoming Steam Next Fest, keep your eyes open! πŸ‘€

01.02.2026 11:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Billboards don't need to be perfectly placed. Sometimes, they just need complete visibility.

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

29.01.2026 17:26 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0