SHADE Protocol

Our Indie Games Halloween Message 🎃

Our indie game:

- hand drawn by artists from 9 Years of Shadows, Mariachi Legends, Ember Knights, Gestalt, and more!
- cut the world in half (literally!)
- fast, cinematic combat with musical weapons
- defeat spectacularly animated bosses
- explore a huge cyber-nostalgic world

We’ve been showcasing what Snacklets are all about, but how about hearing from our game director?

Listen to the new episode of BREAKING Protocol now on @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social . 🤖

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Arc Twins, a dangerous and oppressive enemy type that towers over Zura with force and grace.

As we work on these enemies, are you on Team #1 or #2?

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Concept sprites for the Snackbots. 🤖

You can't pet the Snackbot... Unless... We will think about it.

🚨Question
Which sprite column do you like the most? (Shape, not color)

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Having a Flute as a... Spear! 🪈🍃

New episode of BREAKING Protocol to listen @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social ! 🎧

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✨ Today we’re revisiting the Flute Spear, one of SHADE Protocol’s most versatile and stylish weapons. In this episode, we’ll explore how its role in traversal, combat flow, and combo variety has grown and where it’s headed next.✨ @shadeprotocolgame.bsky.social

spotify.link/5h5f06PxAXb

Eldarion Attack 2 🐺

This boss serves as a challenging milestone for the early game.

🚨Question
What are the things that you don't like in Boss fights?

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Eldarion - The Giant Wolf 🐺

🚨Question
What was the most memorable Boss fight you've ever had? What made it so?

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Musical Inspirations in SHADE Protocol. 🎵

Tune in to the latest episode of the @Razz_Dazz_pod to hear all about it!

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✨ Welcome to another episode of BREAKING Protocol, Kendall put this DAU out to the community, asking players directly what kinds of game music resonate with them — and what might best capture the essence of @shadeprotocolgame.bsky.social ✨

open.spotify.com/episode/4Ft9...

Just enjoying a spiky view...

(not the final version of this view, but we are getting there)

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A few designs of enemies in the universe of our game, SHADE Protocol.

The team’s been grinding to bring some awesome enemies to life!

Here’s a peek at a few concepts, but... some may not survive to launch.

Which ones are your favorites?

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Instruments as code.

Hear our game director’s take on the @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social Breaking Protocol podcast!

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Even in a world of steel, some places still feel alive.💧

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Meet Clayre, a loyal Replica who joins you on your journey.

She’ll play a bigger role than you expect… but that’s for you to discover

🚨If you could shape in-game relationships with NPCs, how would you want them to grow?

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The Arc Brawler animation sketch. 🥊

This is an oppressive powerhouse enemy that mixes multiple fighting styles.

(Don’t worry, Zura’s perfectly fine. This was only a demonstration.)

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Which version of the story really hits best? 🎯

Hear our game director’s take on the @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social Breaking Protocol podcast!

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Wide view of the frozen lands of Tema: a vast icy biome with snow covered mountains, frozen lakes, and wind-swept tundra. The scene feels desolate yet majestic, hinting at ancient history beneath the ice.

Wide view of the frozen lands of Tema: a vast icy biome with snow covered mountains, frozen lakes, and wind-swept tundra. The scene feels desolate yet majestic, hinting at ancient history beneath the ice.

Welcome to the frozen lands of Tema! 🧊

An icy realm of solemn beauty and ancient echoes.

🚨What kind of things do you want to see in a biome like this? Environment details, enemies, new mechanics?

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Machiner transformation in action! 💥

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Apply here:

UI/UX Artist/Designer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Level Designer: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Friendly heads up. 🚨

We are still interviewing applicants for both positions!
So if you are interested in Level Designer or UI/UX Artist position, apply for it.

Links in the comments ⬇️

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The Fantasy Of The Guitar Axe

Catch this episode, and all the others, on the @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social YouTube channel!

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Machiner has entered the battlefield. 💥

While we work on the enemy’s transformation animation, here’s a peek at its color variations.

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The Grappler

We recently asked you guys which one was your favorite.

Here’s our first pass at the size comparison, color variations, and other detail shots based on your feedback.

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The ongoing mini-series BREAKING Protocol is back with a new episode!

This time, we’re diving into Storytelling & Worldbuilding. 🌌

Catch this episode, and all the others, on the @Razz_Dazz_Pod YouTube channel!

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The - Shadeforger - is a support unit that buffs the other enemies, so it's important to deal with it as fast as possible.

🚨Question time!
As we are working on this enemy, which one is your favorite?

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Shhhh, keep it down in the Library. 📚

Here's a sneak peek from one of the cool areas of our game.

Who likes to read?

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Here's the latest on BREAKING Protocol! 🎸

BREAKING Protocol from the @razz-dazz-show-pod.bsky.social - a mini series where we break down key updates and design questions from the SHADE Protocol World.

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A lot has been happening behind the monitor, as our team’s been hard at work crafting something special with the world of SHADE Protocol.

Check out our second DevLog here: store.steampowered.com/news/app/358...

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