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Jacky Martin

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Helping game developers reach their funding goals with beautiful visuals. ๐Ÿฅฐ Founder @ https://www.gentleland.gg โ€ข Art Lead, โ€ข Computer Scientist, โ€ข Game Dev

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Cleared Hot just launched!

It's always a special honor to be mentioned in the credits.
Even more so, when you are mentioned in a Reddit post about the credits.

๐Ÿ™Super grateful to be able to help with Cleared Hot! ๐Ÿš

26.11.2025 20:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sacred 2 Remaster | Gameplay Stream with Franz Stradal
Sacred 2 Remaster | Gameplay Stream with Franz Stradal Join Franz Stradal, one of the original creators of the SACRED franchise and Elham in this special gameplay session where we talk about stories, development insights and dive deep into the past, present and future of SACRED. Sacred 2 Remaster brings back the chaos, the humor, and the magic fans re

SACRED 2 Remaster is so close to launch!

To kick things off, we sat down for a gameplay session with Franz Stradal (yes, that Franz) and Elham.

Itโ€™s cozy, honest, and full of tiny bits of SACRED history that only Franz could tell.

11.11.2025 09:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sacred 2 Remaster | DevLog
Sacred 2 Remaster | DevLog Join Franz Stradal, one of the original creators of the Sacred franchise, to discover how Sacred 2 Remaster came to life, what has kept its legacy alive for two decades, and what exciting features await in this modern revival. Sacred 2 Remaster brings back the chaos, the humor, and the magic fans r

The SACRED community reacting to the new Franz video is making my whole week. โค๏ธ

Shoutout to the Gentleland crew for handling production, and to the legends at Computerspielemuseum Berlin, Castle Ziesar, and Berlin Dungeon for the support and space.

10.11.2025 17:44 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Gentleland Partners with Bold Beetle Games for Dung Slinger Kickstarter - Gentlelandยฎ Gentleland partners with Bold Beetle Studios for the Dung Slinger Kickstarter! A Bold indie game about a beetle, a ball of dung and big idea.

Weโ€™re excited to share that Gentleland is partnering with Bold Beetle Games on their upcoming Kickstarter for Dung Slinger. ๐Ÿชฒ๐Ÿ’ฉ

Itโ€™s a quirky physics-platformer about a beetle chained to a ball of dung!

Find all the details here!

27.08.2025 17:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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It's about time we pitch our game: Dung Slinger is a physics platformer in which you are chained to a giant ball of sh*t.

While it isn't a Metroidvania, it is basically the unofficial Dung Defender Spin-Off you never knew you wanted #PitchYaVania

04.09.2025 04:47 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Coming soon: Dung Slinger: A Charming Bug Physics Platformer with Co-Op A quirky 2.5D physics platformer where you are chained to a colossal ball of dung, featuring local co-op for two players.

Kickstarter launch is coming soon ๐Ÿš€

Canโ€™t wait to show you more and help bring this quirky little masterpiece into the world.

Stay tuned. ๐Ÿชฒโœจ

27.08.2025 16:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Since then, Iโ€™ve had the chance to help refine their pitch, talk strategy, and cheer them on.

Now, I get to collaborate with them directly and I couldnโ€™t be more excited!

Because itโ€™s bold, itโ€™s weird, and itโ€™s unforgettable.

Exactly the kind of indie game I love to support.

27.08.2025 16:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I first met Ashe & the team during the GamesGround pitching contest in Berlin.

I was sitting in the jury and got to judge... ๐Ÿ˜

They came in *very* close to 1st place, and their pitch stuck with me.

๐Ÿ“ธ (thatโ€™s me on the left, Ashe on the right presenting Dung Slinger)

27.08.2025 16:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿงต Iโ€™m so excited to share this ๐Ÿ‘‡

Iโ€™m teaming up with Bold Beetle Games on their upcoming Kickstarter: Dung Slinger. ๐Ÿชฒ๐Ÿ’ฉ

Yesโ€ฆ itโ€™s a physics-platformer about a dung beetle chained to a giant ball of poop.

Think Hollow Knight, but much weirder.

#indiedev #gamedev

27.08.2025 16:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Quick timelapse for a new project! ๐ŸŽจ

๐ŸŽฉ Hero
โš”๏ธ Knight
๐ŸŒฑ Novice

Three roles, three moods of the creative journey.
Itโ€™s funny how we all shift between these roles while building games (and life).

Which one feels like you today?

#gamedev

26.08.2025 18:30 ๐Ÿ‘ 11 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Devcom & Gamescom 2025 was a Blast! ๐ŸŽ‰ - Gentlelandยฎ Back from Gamescom & Devcom 2025! ๐ŸŒฑ We met devs, publishers, players, and even listeners of The Gentleland Show.

If you are interested in all the details, you can check out our website:

gentleland.gg/2025/0...

More in-depth thoughts about industry trends to follow!

25.08.2025 18:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

While others needed more context, which helps us understand how to refine and clarify our storytelling.

Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by, shared insights, and rooted for us. Letโ€™s keep building! Not just games, but connections, clarity, and creative momentum.

Onwards! ๐Ÿš€

25.08.2025 18:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The feedback was honest and mixed, which is exactly what teams need to grow.

Some people โ€œgot itโ€ immediately.

(shoutout to those eagle-eyes who spotted our hidden Professor Layton easter egg in our Kickstarter thumbnail!)

25.08.2025 18:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Getting caught in action snapping a selfie with Sam against the Cologne Dome backdrop. Letโ€™s just say, the dome definitely stole the show.

I also had the privilege of sharing Gentlelandโ€™s vision with so many thoughtful minds.

25.08.2025 18:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Just returned from Cologne after attending Devcom & Gamescom 2025 and wrote a small recap!

Meeting passionate developers, publishers, new friends and reconnecting with old ones was like walking from one insightful conversation to the next.

A personal highlight?

25.08.2025 18:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Devcom & Gamescom 2025 was a Blast! ๐ŸŽ‰ - Gentlelandยฎ Back from Gamescom & Devcom 2025! ๐ŸŒฑ We met devs, publishers, players, and even listeners of The Gentleland Show.

Devcom & Gamescom 2025 = a week of inspiration, feedback & community ๐Ÿ’œ

Thanks to everyone who connected with Gentleland in Cologne!

Full recap here:

24.08.2025 16:46 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Ever since I started my journey with Gentleland I have only met the kindest people.

But also people who are working hard and willing to fight for their goals and dreams!

I am very excited for what's to come next for our team!

24.08.2025 20:31 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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While I was away one of my social media accounts made it silently to 16k!

Thank you all for the support!

I have not been posting much on X/Twitter, but there is still a large chunk of an audience that has never switched the platform to anywhere else.

24.08.2025 20:31 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Youโ€™ll Never Look at Games the Same Way Again - Gentleland Show #2
Youโ€™ll Never Look at Games the Same Way Again - Gentleland Show #2 ๐ŸŒ Explore Gentleland Aegis: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gentleland/gentleland-a-city-builder-meets-real-world-game-dev-journey A gamified dashboard meets city-builder, built for game developers and those who want to become one. What makes a game feel right? And why is great design almost

WHAT?

๐ŸŽฎโœจ We launched the Gentleland Show yesterday and...
EPISODE 2 is already LIVE!

It's a wholesome, no-BS podcast for game devs and game lovers alike.

Episode 1: When games cross cultures
Episode 2: ?????!

youtu.be/NHdy8DaPTcI...

๐Ÿ“ป Also on Spotify

#gamedev #indiedev #gentleland

07.08.2025 18:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 14 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The Gentleland Show | Official Teaser Trailer
The Gentleland Show | Official Teaser Trailer Welcome to The Gentleland Show, hosted by Jacky Martin, Sam Tang & Edwin Dizer. 12 EPISODES. 12 WEEKS. SEASON 1 STARTS NOW. Subscribe & follow all our socials below to stay updated. ๐Ÿ“… Launching August 6th, 2025! A whimsical love letter to games, creativity, and the people behind the magic. โ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌ

Itโ€™s official! โœจ
Weโ€™re launching The Gentleland Show!

Hosted by Jacky Martin, Sam Tang, and Edwin Dizer, weโ€™re sharing the heartfelt, the inspiring, and the real.

๐Ÿ’œ First 3 episodes launch August 6th.
Follow along & watch the teaser here:

youtu.be/fucnL8gh3QM...

#gentleland #gamedev #indiedev

09.07.2025 17:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 12 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1 ๐ŸŒ Explore Gentleland Aegis: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gentleland/gentleland-a-city-builder-meets-real-world-game-dev-journey A gamified dashboard meets city-builder, built for game developers and those who want to become one. What is gaming culture? And why does it matter? In this cozy

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ EPISODE 1 IS LIVE!
"What is gaming culture โ€” and why does it matter?"

From LAN parties to global storytelling, we explore how games connect people across borders & generations.
Watch now: youtu.be/VlaROBkmcAo...

06.08.2025 17:29 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

THANK YOU!

07.08.2025 01:19 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1 ๐ŸŒ Explore Gentleland Aegis: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gentleland/gentleland-a-city-builder-meets-real-world-game-dev-journey A gamified dashboard meets city-builder, built for game developers and those who want to become one. What is gaming culture? And why does it matter? In this cozy

โœจ Episode 1 of The Gentleland Show is finally live!

This oneโ€™s close to my heart!
We talk about what gaming culture really means, and how games shaped us growing up across Berlin, the UK, and the US.

๐Ÿ“บ YouTube: youtu.be/VlaROBkmcAo...

Would love to hear what games meant to you ๐Ÿ’›

#gamedev

06.08.2025 18:34 ๐Ÿ‘ 10 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1
This Is What Happens When Games Cross Cultures - Gentleland Show #1 ๐ŸŒ Explore Gentleland Aegis: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gentleland/gentleland-a-city-builder-meets-real-world-game-dev-journey A gamified dashboard meets city-builder, built for game developers and those who want to become one. What is gaming culture? And why does it matter? In this cozy

๐ŸŽ‰ The wait is almost overโ€ฆ
The Gentleland Show premieres TOMORROW! ๐ŸŽฎโœจ

Stories, culture, and the magic behind your favorite games!
Hosted by Sam Tang & Edwin Dizer and me ๐Ÿฅน

Join us in our cozy corner of the internet! ๐Ÿ’›
youtu.be/VlaROBkmcAo

05.08.2025 12:45 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐ŸŽฎโœจ Meet me and my team at Devcom & Gamescom 2025! โœจ๐ŸŽฎ

If youโ€™ve ever wanted to meet the minds behind Gentleland, nowโ€™s your chance.

We are ready to connect, chat, and explore ways to build a gentler, more powerful future for game creators.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Come find us in the Gamescom biz area!

04.08.2025 17:35 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Yes! :D We have been chipping away on it for over a year now and recorded a whole season upfront!

09.07.2025 16:05 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The Gentleland Show | Official Teaser Trailer
The Gentleland Show | Official Teaser Trailer Welcome to The Gentleland Show, hosted by Jacky Martin, Sam Tang & Edwin Dizer. 12 EPISODES. 12 WEEKS. SEASON 1 STARTS NOW. Subscribe & follow all our socials below to stay updated. ๐Ÿ“… Launching August 6th, 2025! A whimsical love letter to games, creativity, and the people behind the magic. โ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌโ–ฌ

๐ŸŽ™๏ธ ANNOUNCING: The Gentleland Show!

12 episodes. Games, creativity, culture.
Hosted by Jacky Martin, Sam Tang & Edwin Dizer ๐ŸŽฎ

We launch August 6th with 3 full episodes.
๐Ÿ’œ Subscribe & share the teaser below!๐Ÿ‘‡

youtu.be/fucnL8gh3QM...

#gamedev #indiedev #gentleland

09.07.2025 11:51 ๐Ÿ‘ 15 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Our newest project just launched it's pre-campaign page! :)

18.02.2025 18:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Coming soon: RMF's Ragdoll Physics Experiments Enter a first-person ragdoll world, create epic destruction with powerful tools, and share your hilarious sandbox experiments!

Super excited about this project. Weโ€™re also kicking off the Kickstarter pre-campaign, so if you like what you see, follow it here โ†’ bit.ly/RPE-KickStar...
#gamedev #gamedevelopment #unrealengine #ue5 #teaser #animation

18.02.2025 13:23 ๐Ÿ‘ 9 ๐Ÿ” 6 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Game devs, take note:

Your audience is getting smarter. If you want to build trust, move beyond just โ€œbeing loudโ€ and focus on real impact.

What do you think?
Are we entering a new era of credibility?

29.01.2025 22:43 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0