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Calvin Williams

@calvwill.bsky.social

CEO and Co-Founder of IMPRNT STUDIOS (@imprnt.bsky.social), an independent game studio based in the UK. BAFTA member https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/houndedgame/hounded

120 Followers  |  213 Following  |  43 Posts  |  Joined: 29.08.2023  |  1.6907

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A small cameo for Duke in this month's issue of @debugmag.com

23.09.2025 09:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Only a few hours until it ends!

02.07.2025 12:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿšจ 4 days left ๐Ÿšจ

we are less than ยฃ1,000 away from reaching the next stretch goal, and less than 15 people from reaching 1,000 backers!

Can we hit both of those targets by tomorrow!? ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿถ

29.06.2025 10:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hounded - A Dog Adventure Video Game A Dog-Adventure Game where you will follow your nose to find your master.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/hou...

24.06.2025 09:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Just 8 days left of the campaign and we are almost at ยฃ36k which will unlock a new emote for Duke.

And remember:
The referral challenge is live where you can win a games console.

If we reach ยฃ50k, Hounded will be released on PS5 and XBOX Series X

Spread it around!

24.06.2025 09:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The one you've been asking for!

If the campaign reaches ยฃ50,000, Hounded will be ported to PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X consoles!

Also, at ยฃ36,000 the Brasil Dog Dance emote will be unlocked in game for Duke to perform!

Let's get Hounded on console!

23.06.2025 09:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"STRAY BUT DOG?!"

Hounded has just crossed 1,000 followers on Kickstarter!

There are 12 days left, so make sure you get involved and don't miss out on the exclusive rewards!

20.06.2025 10:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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800 of you legends have now backed our the Hounded Kickstarter, and it's made Duke's head spin!

How many tries did it take you to put him back together?

14 days left to get exclusive Kickstarter rewards!

18.06.2025 13:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are launching the Hounded Referral Challenge. Prizes are up for grabs, with 1st place receiving a game console of their choice.

Read the latest Kickstarter update, or head over to our Discord for more information on how you can take part.

Lets spread the word and find out who is the Top Dog.

16.06.2025 11:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Run, Leap, Climb, Sniff and yes... Pee!

Duke has so many tools at his disposal while he explores Anglodia!

What is the first thing you will do when you take control?

Find our more at the link in our bio

13.06.2025 13:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Exciting News!

Hounded has been chosen as the Featured Game project by Kickstarter.

So tell your friends and tell your family, it has never been easier to find our campaign. All you have to do is click the "Games" tab and we will be there!

Let's get that 2nd stretch goal!

12.06.2025 16:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We have reached our first stretch goal!

Thank you all so much for continuing to push Duke along on his journey. Customisation options are now unlocked, so you are able to personalise YOUR Duke.

The next goal is at ยฃ40,000 and we have 21 days to get there!

Let's keep going ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’œ
#kickstarter #dogs

11.06.2025 09:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Monday!

We have discounted the Imprint Alpha tier that allows you to create your own sidequest for Duke, and we have added 2 new reward tiers for reaching 100%!

Our Discord is also live, so head over to the Kickstarter page to find the link and join our community!

09.06.2025 11:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you all so much!
Let's hit these stretch goals!

06.06.2025 20:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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100% Goal Reached in 4 days! ๐Ÿ’œ
Thank you all so much.

Next up is focusing on achieving the stretch goals to make Hounded an even better experience!

First up is unlocking customisable collars and fur for Duke! ๐Ÿ’œ

What stretch goals do you hope to see?

06.06.2025 20:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Hounded is live now on Kickstarter!

Hounded is a dog-adventure game set in a Flintlock Fantasy world gripped by tyranny.

Check it out over on Kickstarter today: www.kickstarter.com/projects/hou...

#sponsored

02.06.2025 16:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 43    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Hounded is a dog-adventure game set in a Flintlock Fantasy world gripped by tyranny. You are Duke, a young Border Collie who is searching for their lost master. Hounded by a cunning hunter, can you track the scent, unearth the power of The Tide and find your way home?

#PitchYaGame

06.06.2025 13:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 12    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

So close to 100% that you dont even need Duke's nose to smell it!

06.06.2025 10:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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88% of the way there! You continue to push us closer to our funding goal!

There is a new reward to check out in the updates section on our campaign page, we hope you like it!

The next reward will be at 100% and then we can start talking about stretch goals!

what are you hoping to see?

06.06.2025 10:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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72 Hour Update!

We have just had our best day and passed 81% of our goal, that's incredible!

If we can keep this momentum going we will smash the goal and move on to stretch goals - let's make it happen!

05.06.2025 16:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We are now at 70% funding. Thank you all so much!
Your reward has now been unlocked, so go and check it out in the Updates section of the campaign page.

The next reward will be at 80% - do you think we can get there?
#Kickstarter

05.06.2025 10:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hounded A Dog-Adventure Game where you will follow your nose to find your master.

Just Backed a couple of video games on Kickstarter!

#1: Hounded from @houndedgame.bsky.social

Excited to stay in the loop about this game!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/hou...

04.06.2025 16:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Blown away ๐Ÿ’œ

04.06.2025 16:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We have hit 50% after just 48 hours!
Duke's got his party hat on to celebrate!

Thank you to all 393 of you beautiful backers, let's try and keep this pace up!

Link in bio, and please share around! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿถ

04.06.2025 16:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
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Hounded - a third-person dog adventure game - is available to back now on Kickstarter. Halfway to its goal in its first 48 hours.

(Support it on Kickstarter)

04.06.2025 15:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 37    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3

Shout out to @toadsanime.lostincult.co.uk and the team at @lostincult.co.uk .
We love everything that they stand for! Thank you for sharing Hounded! ๐Ÿ’œ

04.06.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to @cdprojektred.com and on #TheWitcher4 showcase!

We are huge Witcher fans and were completely blown away by the tech demo!

The only thing that we think was missing.... a cute, loyal border collie sidekick called Duke ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿถ

03.06.2025 19:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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24 Hour Update!

We have hit the 35% funded mark, which means there will be an unlocked update tomorrow, so look out for that!

Thank you for your continued support, and let's smash those goals!

Reminder: The early bird discount will end in 24 hours!

#kickstarter #indiegame #videogames #dog

03.06.2025 16:14 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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29% of our goal in less than 24 hours!

Thank you to everyone who has supported!

We have an exclusive unlock once we hit 35% so lets see if we can get there today!

Early bird discount is only available for just over 24 hours!

Please share around!

03.06.2025 10:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

over 200 backers in less than 24 hours! Thank you to everyone!

Let's see if we can unlock the 35% reward!

03.06.2025 11:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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