hi, we're working on two things right now:
1. duo - our compact co-op metroidvania
2. couch games - a home for co-op play

we are interested in building a tiny, perfect space on the internet that makes it easy for friends to play great co-op games.

would you use it?

I played all 4000 games on CrazyGames, here are the thinkiest · Thinky Games We’ve partnered with CrazyGames to introduce Thinky Games to those nerdy kids who love puzzles and problem solving as much as we do.

in an attempt to get more eyes on star stuff, we made a version for crazy games. hoping to capture the hearts and minds of all those nerdy kids procrastinating on homework.

@thinkygames.com listed star stuff as a top pick alongside some very cool, free games.

thinkygames.com/features/i-p...

THINKYCON25 is this W-F!
Schedule : thinkygames.com/events/think...
I think I'm looking forward to every single talk.

I'll be talking about approachability & emotional design in Star Stuff. It's been nice returning to the archive.

Yay @thinkygames.com!

Only 2 days until ThinkyCon! 🎉

thinkygames.com/even...

it's the perfect time to play spooky express! & it's on mobile! thanks @draknek.bsky.social for making phone time productive again.

we're celebrating #adalovelace & games about #coding, #automation, and #engineering this week! star stuff is at its deepest discount yet!

store.steampowered.com/app/1955110/...

Star Stuff Edu | Learn Coding Through Play Explore Star Stuff Edu, a free coding puzzle game for middle schoolers that promotes problem-solving and programming skills with interactive bot challenges.

@csteachersorg.bsky.social Just got back from #ISTE2025 feeling inspired by all the educators I met! Many told me they've been looking for something just like starstuffedu.org. If you're at #CSTA2025, please help spread the word!

#free #playful #coding #puzzles
#CSforAll

Ánimo Games is hiring a Game Artist (2D or 3D) We’re looking for a Game Artist to join us on a contract basis to help shape our next project: a puzzle-packed co-op metroidvainia.

we've rec'd over 700 portfolios for our game artist position. :0 if you applied, we're still reviewing and starting our first round of calls. thank you for your patience, you talented, talented bunch. 💛

www.workwithindies.com/careers/anim...

Programming Puzzle Pack on Steam

We’ve teamed up with @ludenio.bsky.social for a special Programming Puzzle Pack bundle: Star Stuff + while True: learn() - Two logic-loving games. One discounted pack. A whole lot of thinking.

store.steampowered.com/bundle/53889...

#programming #puzzle #games #indiedev

Cerebral Puzzle Showcase May 29 - June 5 on Steam

We're excited to announce that the Cerebral Puzzle Showcase will begin TOMORROW and run from May 29 - June 5!

Featuring discounts on a selection of excellent puzzle games, streams from our favorite streamers, demos for upcoming games & plenty more!

Links below 👇
www.cerebralpuzzleshowcase.com

Star Stuff has been nominated for Best in Learning for the Games for Change Awards at #G4C2025! 🎮 🎉

🎟️ Join the celebration: bit.ly/G4C2025

Teacher Appreciation Week Giveaway We’re celebrating educators with a special giveaway: 15 lucky teachers will win free Star Stuff game keys—that’s access to the full, award-winning game! 150+ programming puzzles set in a interstellar ...

Running a giveaway for educators this week. 15 winners will receive Star Stuff! 150+ #coding #puzzles - designed to spark curiosity and problem solving! Ends tonight at 11:59pm PDT!

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#TeacherAppreciationWeek #edtech #csk8 #CSforall #code #steam #stem

lovely. my then-5yo loved playing Star Stuff with me. really beautiful UI work to make drag and drop programming smooth and intuitive

Free Coding Game for Kids — Ánimo Games Build logic and problem-solving skills with code! Star Stuff Edu is a free, browser-friendly version of Star Stuff, a programming puzzle game. No-ads, no-prep. Play now!

🎉 Teachers, we made you something!

Star Stuff Edu is a free coding game packed with 70+ playful puzzles + a ready-to-go educator toolkit.

🧠 Think like a coder.
💫 Play like a kid.
👉 animogames.org/educators

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #GameBasedLearning #StarStuffEdu

So cool! Star Stuff won Best Approachable Game! Thanks
@thinkygames.com jury! Congrats to all nominees and winners!

Can't wait for the results! Star Stuff is up for Most Approachable and Best Presentation alongside some heavy hitters. Thanks @thinkygames.com for the nomination!

Ludocene: Game Discovery From People You Trust A dating app that matches you with games rather than people. A deck-builder that profiles your gaming taste.

Ludocene is special—it’s a revolution in how we find and share games. Join us in making it happen! Support Andy from @FamilyGamingDB on Kickstarter today 👉 www.kickstarter.com/projects/lud... #GameDiscovery

Alan's Thinky Highlights from 2024:
* Leaf's Odyssey, by ludobloom aka ThemsAllTook
* Star Stuff, by @animogames.bsky.social and @astragames.bsky.social
* Leap Year, by @managore.bsky.social and @sokpop.co

Save 25% on Star Stuff on Steam Star Stuff is a deceptively cute programming puzzle game. Program and work alongside bots to tackle the most important (and undoubtedly safest) task in the galaxy: fixing a star factory. Ready for you...

Hi, Blue Sky! We’re Animo Games, and we make thinky games that spark curiosity.

Our debut game, Star Stuff, is now available on Steam! Program and team up with bots to restore a star factory and keep the galaxy shining.

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