Starting an Indie Studio & Shipping the RPG Hit "Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson" w/ Jeff Linville
YouTube video by GameDevAdvice
Ever wonder what it really takes to quit your job, start an indie studio w/ friends & ship a highly-rated RPG? @iamdovetail.bsky.social from @ritualstudios.bsky.social did exactly that w/ Fretless, published by @playdigious.bsky.social
Hear all the details here β
youtu.be/orXP0ahTMro
04.11.2025 03:51
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Now Now "Thread" (Official Music Video)
YouTube video by PictureMachineProd
this band was ahead of their time. like way ahead
www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1Yi...
26.08.2025 01:06
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Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson rocks! The game has so much personality not only in its presentation, but its unique RPG mechanics. Its musical inspirations mesh with a battle system that shreds expectations and creates a fresh take on the genre.
Review: www.consolecreatures.com/fretless-rev...
08.08.2025 15:33
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lol amazing analogy love it
24.07.2025 19:09
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Thank you for playing it β€οΈ
24.07.2025 15:27
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Making a Musical Indie Game from Scratch (making of Fretless)
YouTube video by Rob Scallon
I started playing Fretless a few days ago and it is freaking awesome - a GuitaRPG with musically driven combat, Slay the Spire esque combat but with timed inputs ala Paper Mario. Tons of heart and music homages, made by a prolific music YouTuber and team. Highly recommend youtu.be/3USobO6qRHE?...
24.07.2025 14:27
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Thanks so much! Glad you had fun
24.07.2025 15:06
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πΈ Fretless is OUT NOW on STEAM! πΈ
Thanks to anyone who picked up the game. 99% positive on Steam is something we never could've imagined. All the amazing comments, feedback and memes have just been a joy to read. ππΈπΈ
Get Fretless here! bit.ly/Fretless-Game
#indiegame #indiedev #gaming
23.07.2025 17:21
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π£ Sure you could just do nothing of your day (or worse...you could work). But what about saving the world while playing good music?
#Fretless is available on Steam and you still have 2 days to get it at 10% off!
bit.ly/Fretless-Steam
22.07.2025 15:05
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Image depicting the Fretless Steam store page, showing that the game has a 99% positive review score with 393 reviews
βοΈFretless has a 99% positive rating on Steam!βοΈ
Thanks to everyone who bought and played the game, and left us these amazing reviews.
We've been blown away by all your feedback and we're working on a patch to fix the most pressing issues. Will tell you more about that asap!
21.07.2025 18:46
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Hey looks like I canβt DM you but thank you so much! I saw your comment on the video as well.
Guild Wars is like my favorite franchise of all time. All the work you and the team at Anet do is a massive inspiration to me. Really glad you found the video.
I am Jeff btw!
20.07.2025 01:39
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If you're into music games and RPGs you should check this demo out.
(Rob makes awesome bass and guitar YouTube vids but this is the team's first indie title.)
19.07.2025 21:28
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Thanks so much I hope you have fun with it!
19.07.2025 02:56
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Ayy thank you!
19.07.2025 02:56
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A lovely review thank you for playing π
18.07.2025 14:38
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soundtrack also on the top soundtracks ahhhhhh
18.07.2025 02:21
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The reception to Fretless has been so amazing and I just can't believe the game is actually out and people ACTUALLY LIKE IT!?!?
Thanks to everyone who believed in our little dream game πΈπΉπΉοΈβ€οΈπΈ
18.07.2025 01:54
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Nice catch! We were gonna send everyone a message who was featured in the documentary but looks like you are already on the ball haha
18.07.2025 01:20
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πΈFretless - The Wrath of Riffson Original Soundtrack is out now!
Full album mainly composed by @iamdovetail.bsky.social in the @robscallon.bsky.social music universe π₯
Listen on your favorite platform: idol-io.ffm.to/fretless_ost
Game by @ritualstudios.bsky.social & @playdigious.bsky.social
17.07.2025 15:02
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πΈ Fretless is OUT NOW on STEAM! πΈ
Instead of collecting swords and shields, you battle with guitars, synthesizers, and riffs! Upgrade your pedal board, collect instrument mods, and explore a vibrant world full of music! πΈπ
Get Fretless here! bit.ly/Fretless-Game
17.07.2025 13:23
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FART BARFFF
17.07.2025 13:25
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Fretless is one of my favorite games of the year so far. As someone who is easily overwhelmed by traditional turn-based RPGs, I think itβs such a brilliant entry point into the genre.
And the vibes? Impeccable. What a stellar love-letter to musicians. If you miss Brutal Legend, please play it.
17.07.2025 13:03
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π₯Ή so happy to hear you like it
17.07.2025 13:05
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π±π±π±π±π± thank you for the great write up!
17.07.2025 13:04
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Making a Musical Indie Game from Scratch (making of Fretless)
YouTube video by Rob Scallon
We made a documentary about the making of Fretless that will go up on @robscallon.bsky.social 's channel tomorrow along with the release of Fretless!
There is a premiere for it up now if you want to hang out before :)
πΈ ITS A BIG DAY FOR MUSIC RPGS πΈ
youtu.be/3USobO6qRHE?...
16.07.2025 21:38
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Thanks so much for trying it out glad you liked it!
16.07.2025 21:40
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This documentary is really cool and shows the kind of crazy story it took to make this game
16.07.2025 21:39
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my first game comes out tomorrow wat daaaaaa heck
16.07.2025 21:33
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Our GuitaRPG Fretless comes out on July 17th! Wishlist it now on Steam! #indiedev #gamedev
10.07.2025 20:28
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I got him on!
10.07.2025 17:30
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