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Quarterstaff Developer Interview โ€” DearGamers Accessibility is a conversation that needs to happen more in gaming, and it only grows when we add our voices to it. With that in mind, we reached out to the developer behind Quarterstaff to see if ...

"A lot of really good decisions for overall gameplay happened to be good accessibility decisions..."

We asked @hurlgreytea.bsky.social from @genericlakemonster.bsky.social, the team behind Quarterstaff, about game dev, indies, and accessibility

Check it out here: www.deargamers.net/features/qua...

27.08.2025 14:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 34    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Thank you for this superb deep dive of Quarterstaff!

26.08.2025 20:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Quarterstaff on Steam Often outnumbered, never outmatched โ€“ carefully plan your moves to single-handedly save a besieged fantasy realm from the clutches of a sorcerous conqueror.

Hello @ggstudio.bsky.social and thank you for hosting this #TurnBasedThursday!

Looking for a turn-based adventure with deterministic rules and no RNG to invalidate your efforts? Check out the FREE DEMO of Quarterstaff on Steam for PC, Mac, and Linux!

store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

22.08.2025 00:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Steam Debug Festival promo image featuring the Quarterstaff cover art and a reminder that the event runs August 7-11 (2025).

Steam Debug Festival promo image featuring the Quarterstaff cover art and a reminder that the event runs August 7-11 (2025).

The #Steam #DebutFestival is underway, and we're proud to announce that Generic Lake Monster's debut title Quarterstaff is a featured game!

Play the FREE DEMO of a game that's easy to play but tough as nails to master!

Come for the strategy, stay for the lack RNG ruining your relaxation hours.

07.08.2025 21:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

๐Ÿ“ฃCalling all Streamers, Reviewers, and Content Creators!

"It's rare to find a tactics game this simple that stays compelling." - Indie Game Reviewer

Want to check out a strategy game with no RNG but plenty of challenge? DM me about Quarterstaff!
#promosky #IndieGames #ContentCreators #Streamers

15.04.2025 20:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Tax season blues? I think we know the perfect distraction.

QUARTERSTAFF IS 30% off for a limited time!

store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/Quarterstaff/

11.04.2025 17:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We've been accepted to @turnbasedthursday.bsky.social #TurnBasedThursdayFest in June of 2025!

It goes without saying we're super delighted! Many thanks to the TBT people for including us in this event!!

What a great way to wrap up this beautiful Friday ๐Ÿฅฒ

05.04.2025 00:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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NEW TRAILER? NEW TRAILER!!
We received some feedback that it was hard to get a sense of the game through the current cinematic trailer.

So, we made another one! Check out Quarterstaff's new gameplay trailer now!!!

#indiegame #pcgame

04.04.2025 00:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
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03.04.2025 18:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Quarterstaff on Steam Often outnumbered, never outmatched โ€“ carefully plan your moves to single-handedly save a besieged fantasy realm from the clutches of a sorcerous conqueror.

Happy April Fool's Day!

No fooling here, however - we have some fun new updates for Quarterstaff that went out today:

1. Gratuitous flip sound effects.
2. Excessive Gore mode.

Enjoy! ๐Ÿ˜†

#indiegamedev #pcgame
store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

01.04.2025 23:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

There's something really special about this particular update...

#indiegamedev #steam

01.04.2025 23:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

we're so delighted you enjoy it!!! don't forget to check out today's special updates ๐Ÿคญ

01.04.2025 23:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

WE LOVE A GOOD UNDO BUTTON

31.03.2025 22:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Indie Dev Interview - Generic Lake Monster | Quest Log Episode #4
YouTube video by Pixel Breakdown Indie Dev Interview - Generic Lake Monster | Quest Log Episode #4

NEW DROP!!!

Check out this interview with our director & founder @hurlgreytea.bsky.social, courtesy of @pixelbreakdown.bsky.social

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

26.03.2025 20:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Quarterstaff on Steam Often outnumbered, never outmatched โ€“ carefully plan your moves to single-handedly save a besieged fantasy realm from the clutches of a sorcerous conqueror.

All followed, thanks for the excellent starter pack!

Are you planning to accept review requests? We'd love to know what you all think of our game Quarterstaff:

store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

26.03.2025 18:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We're aware of a strange error where players can't see the demo on mobile - we're working on resolving it ASAP!

But I assure you, we have a demo!!!!

26.03.2025 17:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yay! Welcome back!

26.03.2025 17:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Save 25% on Quarterstaff on Steam Often outnumbered, never outmatched โ€“ carefully plan your moves to single-handedly save a besieged fantasy realm from the clutches of a sorcerous conqueror.

TGIF!!! Flip into the new weekend with Quarterstaff - 25% off for a limited time โฒ๏ธ
store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

14.03.2025 21:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What a beautiful (almost) Spring morning - take 25% off Quarterstaff for a limited time only!

#Steam #indiegame #gamedeals

store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

13.03.2025 20:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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HAPPY VALENTINEโ€™S DAY! โฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ
We love you! Take 30% off of Quarterstaff for this weekend ONLY!! โฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ

store.steampowered.com/app/2134060/...

14.02.2025 20:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Quarterstaff Review - One Against All Quarterstaff is a simple but gripping tactics game that combines thoughtful gameplay and flashy moves into something special.

Huge shoutout to @indiegamereviewer.bsky.social for this thoughtful write-up about Quarterstaff - we're delighted you enjoyed it!
indiegamereviewer.com/quarterstaff...

10.02.2025 23:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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take a break from the doomscrolling here ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿ‘‡

07.02.2025 22:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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happy birthday!

07.02.2025 20:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Quarterstaff may have come out back in October, but we're still making improvements and updates every day. Don't forget, there's an in-game feedback button for players to tell us what they like and dislike! We actually want to hear this info, so no need to be shy!

04.02.2025 21:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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tile-based games unite!

04.02.2025 21:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

a bit of creepy never hurt anyone! congratulations on your announcement ๐Ÿคฉ

04.02.2025 21:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's wild how important Reviews are

Please, if you buy an #indiegame REVIEW IT

#indiedev

04.02.2025 21:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

we couldn't agree more! we love receiving feedback from our players so much that there's an in-game feedback button. players can literally send us a DM telling us what they like & don't like!

04.02.2025 21:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

wishlisted - this looks wonderfully cozy!

04.02.2025 21:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

If you missed it yesterday, we announced our next game!

๐ŸŒฑ idle gardening
๐Ÿ’€ cozy necromancy
โœจ chill vibes
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ป perfect for co-working

Please wishlist us on steam and help spread the word!

04.02.2025 20:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 20    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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