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...
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Thank you for this superb deep dive of Quarterstaff!
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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!
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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.
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๐ฃCalling 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!
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Tax season blues? I think we know the perfect distraction.
QUARTERSTAFF IS 30% off for a limited time!
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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 ๐ฅฒ
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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
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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! ๐
#indiegamedev #pcgame
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There's something really special about this particular update...
#indiegamedev #steam
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we're so delighted you enjoy it!!! don't forget to check out today's special updates ๐คญ
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WE LOVE A GOOD UNDO BUTTON
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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...
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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!!!!
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Yay! Welcome back!
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What a beautiful (almost) Spring morning - take 25% off Quarterstaff for a limited time only!
#Steam #indiegame #gamedeals
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HAPPY VALENTINEโS DAY! โฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ
We love you! Take 30% off of Quarterstaff for this weekend ONLY!! โฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธโฃ๏ธ
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take a break from the doomscrolling here ๐๐๐
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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!
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a bit of creepy never hurt anyone! congratulations on your announcement ๐คฉ
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It's wild how important Reviews are
Please, if you buy an #indiegame REVIEW IT
#indiedev
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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!
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wishlisted - this looks wonderfully cozy!
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If you missed it yesterday, we announced our next game!
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Please wishlist us on steam and help spread the word!
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