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Founder at PlayNook | building audio-first branching narratives Audio nerd, trying not to break my legs while running or snowboarding. PlayNook mobile App: https://playnook.app.link/

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Day 1 at GDC in San Francisco! So much energy and inspiration already. Thrilled to be here representing PlayNook and our AudioGames. Say hi if you're around!

09.03.2026 20:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

great, thank you!

07.03.2026 16:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

PlayNook creates AudioGames: audio-first branching stories. We’re opening our beta Creator Program to #authors, #narrativedesigners and #creators, offering no-code creation tools, audio assets (human-made) and revenue share while creators keep ownership. Hit me up for waiting list! ✨

07.03.2026 16:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Eurorack?! we should have a coffe together dude!

07.03.2026 16:02 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

hey there! Amazing topics, I would be happy to have a chat!

07.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

first timer also here! would love to have a chat

07.03.2026 15:58 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

can’t wait to be there!

07.03.2026 08:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Love that phase. Hope to catch you at GDC.

07.03.2026 07:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

first time in GDC, it would be great to have a chat!

07.03.2026 04:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

first time there, it would be great to connect!

07.03.2026 04:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Good luck with that! πŸ˜ƒ

07.03.2026 04:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Heading to San Francisco for #GDC next week and looking forward to meeting great people. I’m especially looking to meet people with IPs that could be adapted into audio games for distribution on PlayNook, as well as potential partners and investors. Let’s meet up!

06.03.2026 11:25 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

So true

25.10.2025 09:22 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

Nice!

25.10.2025 09:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re creating the #accessible and #inclusive alternative to standard #gaming, through #audio-first adventures.

It’s time to reintroduce PlayNook and our #AudioGames.
We’ve been learning, iterating, and growing with your feedback.

Next steps: new #partnerships & new full Season πŸš€

14.10.2025 10:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We focused on expanding our #AudioGames catalog and speeding up production, while increasing quality.

Our #users are asking for complete stories πŸ‘‰ starting this September, we’re launching monthly Seasons in #partnership with incredible #writers and #publishers.

There’s still time to hop on board!

21.07.2025 12:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

hey! I'm looking for #Twitch streamers: #dnd players, #rpg, #gamebook fans or just someone who loves #gaming and try new things!
Any suggestions? Thanks! πŸš€
#roleplay #tabletop #cardgames #storytelling #master #mobilegaming #authors #live #streamer #streaming #audiobook #booktok

01.06.2025 07:01 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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In 2 days we'll release "After the Light", a #sci-fi #horror #interactive #AudioGame. feel free to give us feedback and drop a comment! in the meantime, if you want to try out our mobile app (free), you can download it from the stores: playnook.app.link/WibMdCZhITb

#storytelling #gamingΒ #audiobook

28.05.2025 10:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Brainstorming session with PlayNook creative team. What a day!
#brainstorming #buildinpublic #gaming #storytelling #audiogames

22.05.2025 16:31 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

would love to know more about this!

20.05.2025 19:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

May 17th: 20 weeks, 20 stories.

We promised one #AudioGame a week in 2025 and kept our word.

Today’s release is Chakruna: a #thriller where #listening guides your path.

Next week: we kick off a #zombie season.

Then special partnerships are coming πŸ‘€

#buildinpublic #playnook #mobile #app #gaming

17.05.2025 16:45 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Ever been a hare?

In The Hare Escape, you don’t just run β€” you flee, think, and choose your next move before the trap closes.

A surreal #AudioGame about instinct, memory, and survival.

Just launched on PlayNook.
#playnook #buildinpublic #audio #storytelling #gaming #mobile

09.05.2025 15:58 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#Startup truth no one tells you:
#Audio #editing is tough.

We’re experimenting with semi-automated pipelines: we want our team to focus on #creativity.

Still rough, but promising.
#buildinpublic #audiogames

07.05.2025 14:42 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Just launched: β€œThe Bug”:
An audio thriller about identity, control, and survival.

Think: #Her meets #BlackMirror, but you’re racing against time β€” and talking to the #AI that erased you.

Available now on PlayNook.
#audiogame #buildinpublic #gaming #audioΒ #gamedev #storytelling

02.05.2025 06:48 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

3 features we’re testing this month on PlayNook:
β€’ #In-app coins
β€’ #Multiplayer audio adventures
β€’ #carplay and #androidauto integration

If you had to pick one, which would you want now?
#buildinpublic #startup #audio #tech #gaming #storytelling

26.04.2025 08:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

this is so true

24.04.2025 14:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Behind the scenes:

This month we worked on 8 AudioGames.
6 #authors. 9 #voiceactors. 2 #sounddesigners. 1.500 scenes.

It’s like directing a #movie β€” blindfolded.

But we love it.

#buildinpublic #audio #startup #storytelling #gaming

24.04.2025 14:44 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We’re not trying to beat #Netflix or #Audible.
We’re carving out a new lane between them.
Think:
β€’ Stories you control
β€’ Audio-first gameplay
β€’ On-the-go entertainment

Early adopters: families, commuters and story lovers.

#buildinpublic

23.04.2025 14:44 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Here’s the weirdest thing:
most users play our #AudioGames while #commuting, walking or doing churns.

The audio-first medium is opening new spaces for #storytelling.

That’s exciting πŸš€

22.04.2025 12:18 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

What if audiobooks were playable?

That’s the idea behind PlayNook.

Interactive audio stories that adapt to your choices.
Fully voiced. Immersive. No screen needed (only if you want to).

And it’s already live and played by 10.000+ users.

#buildinpublic #gaming #audio #startup #tech

19.04.2025 20:39 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0