My Wife and I Made an Indie Game and it Made Millions!

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[MadMovieMakers]

Someone at Nintendo said " A good idea solves multiple problems at once." Sounds like the inspiration mechanic was that!

[Sir-Bane]

I have never once seen any advertisement, videos or anything related to this game.
Yet after the 30 second intro, I bought it <3

[riddlesphinxx]

“I quit my job as an environment artist at Suckerpunch…” ahhhh that explains SO much!

[johnmurray]

Painting mechanic is genius. A game that is a place is genius. A game that encourages going slow to smell the roses is genius. Triple A games made by most studios are the formulaic anti-creativity lobotomized experiences we are spoon fed these days, but indie developers like these people show that games can still have soul and inspiration. Way to go indie devs.

[Vihart]

Eastshade is one of my all time favorite games. The visuals, music, and mechanics all come together to create a beautiful peaceful sense of place. I've played it through twice, have forced others to play it just so I can watch them, and am thinking maybe it's soon time to go for #3. It really is a special game and I can't wait for Songs of Glimmerwick!

[Labcoat]

I laughed so hard at you saying it's barely replayable. I totally understand why it wouldn't be replayable for a lot of people, but I found this game during a very weird time in my life and basically imprinted on it like a baby duck. It fills me with such warm feelings of curiosity and contentment that I have never felt in any other game. In so many little ways playing Eastshade feels like coming home. The final sequence brought me to tears when I finished my first playthrough. So far I have played 218 hours in Eastshade, and I can promise I will play many more. Thank you for this wonderful game, best of luck on all of your future projects.

[michaelirwin]

I absolutely adored this game. Some beautiful world building ingenious game mechanics, and touching stories too. The heart you poured into crafting it from the start really shows. I can't wait for songs of Glimmerwick.

[fredericc.]

Seems like your wife is a real angel. Her insights and support must have been invaluable. Congratulations to you both and all the best for your next projects!

[NenaBanshee]

I first played Eastshade in a very dark moment of my life. It help me a lot to navigate through those difficult times. It was my shelter and I believe still is. I played the game countless times. Thank you all for this save haven.

[Agrona]

I am so glad I came across your video! The game looks amazing and I love the whole concept of painting. I just added it to my wishlist on Steam! Thank you for taking the time to create something beautiful and relaxing! ❤

[oFlicko]

I absolutely loved exploring Eastshade, well done for all the hard work! It changed your and my life forever. Songs of Glimmerwick has been added to my wishlist!

[nisfornightowl_]

I still remember the first time I played Eastshade. I nearly cried when It finished, and I don’t cry often, because it felt like I was truly leaving a place. Thoug I must say it is funny you call Eastshade barely replayable bc it was the first game I ever replayed to completion usually don’t get much passed the tutorial 😅

[stacked_turtle_studio]

Your story is a complete inspiration. I never thought I'd tear up watching a devlog for a game I never played. Gonna have to change that soon.

[YetiDrool]

Haven't played Eastshade (yet) but absolutely LOVE the idea of painting beautiful scenes directly from the game - brilliantly original!

[leonardofraga]

I teared up with the eastshade pie because that 'wife love' is a God given gift that only the ones who were blessed with know how it feels. I immediately paused the video and joined my wife for a "second late breakfast". That's absolutely something that she would do.
I'm so happy for you guys, what a great journey, with a nice touch of climax with snow at the launch day.

[BeastmanWatchUrMouth]

The beginning of your video is exactly the leap i just took a few days ago. I've been working on my game for several months from the time i get off work until i go to bed, and on the weekends. I finally decided to quit my cushy programming job and go all in on my game with my wife.

[BenScott]

After thoroughly enjoying my time with Eastshade, it was an unexpected delight to find this video in my recommendations. Fascinating seeing how it came pass. Congratulations on your success as an indie dev; it's nice to appreciate the hardwork and sacrifice that goes into these smaller projects without huge teams behind them.

[YoutuberZer]

Life has been busy but I still can't believe I missed this. Eastshade has been my favourite game for a lot of reasons since I played it. It's so nice to get more insight on its story as well as generally be reminded of how beautiful and tranquil its experience was. Thanks so much!

[_Elliot]

This man is living the dream. Absolute respect for everything you’ve accomplished in life!

[powergannon]

Nice postmortem. That release day weather issue sounds scary, glad it went smoothly enough. I’ve been working solo on a game for 2.5 years now, and with working full time as well, it can often feel like an arduous, nearly insurmountable path, but it’s important to remember there will eventually be light at the end of the tunnel.