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Silk Softworks

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Hi, I'm Erik! I'm a solo dev making weird videogames like Kainga: Seeds of Civilization and now ShantyTown; a relaxing diorama builder where you craft vibrant, cozy city scenes.

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And, the new building competition is now open!

Competition Map: Lighthouse

Theme: "Tower" Feel free to interpret this however you like!

Timeline: The competition will run from March 9th - March 16th

Jump into the Discord and submit your builds!

discord.gg/qfssa4PRuj

10.03.2026 13:12 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to all our prize winners for the previous ShantyTown building competition over on the Discord!

Winner: WeAreNotThings
2nd: SnoffShot
3rd: Grandpa

The winners for this week were decided via the community and their votes within the submissions channel!

10.03.2026 13:12 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Some building bloops to see you into the weekend.

#indiedev #cozygame #relaxinggameplay #citybuilder #NoWrongBuilds

06.03.2026 17:18 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thought I'd give you something a bit different today.

Thank you so much for all of your recent support!

#Indiegame #citybuilder #indiedev #cozygame #relaxinggameplay

04.03.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A day in my life as a solo developer. #cozygame #gamedev #indiegame #relaxinggameplay
A day in my life as a solo developer. #cozygame #gamedev #indiegame #relaxinggameplay YouTube video by Silk Softworks

A day in the life of a solo developer living in Bangkok, Thailand, and working on ShantyTown!

youtube.com/shorts/UsK0T...

#cozygame #gamedev #indiegame #relaxinggameplay

02.03.2026 16:18 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

This week, we're tackling a new map and a new theme!

Competition Map: Welcome Pier!

Theme: Cozy Corner!

If you'd like to take a shot at winning a game key or getting your name of choice in the building list, swing by the Discord and submit your builds!

discord.gg/qfssa4PRuj

02.03.2026 15:36 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to our prize-winners for the second week of our building competition.

Winner:
- SuaveCapybara37

Runners-Up:
- ila
- o0Andie_Slaps0o

To be in with a chance of winning a game key or getting your name of choice in the building list, swing by the Discord!

discord.gg/qfssa4PRuj

02.03.2026 15:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

So cool to read! Thanks! 🀩

01.03.2026 15:53 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Devlog: Adding controller support to my indie game ShantyTown! πŸ‘€
➑️https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MrFqLIdSnY

What do you think?

#indiegaming #SteamNextFest #devlog #indiedev #gamedev #UnrealEngine

01.03.2026 15:45 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Developer's Livestream
ShantyTown - Developer's Livestream YouTube video by Silk Softworks

If you couldn't catch my livestream on Thursday, don't fret, as you can watch the full VOD over on YouTube!

Plus, there's a couple of never-before seen levels being showcased in there. Check it out!

youtu.be/MUV-ciCzSss

#IndieDev #SteamNextFest #CozyGame

28.02.2026 18:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick reminder for the ShantyTown Discord!

If you wanna talk and interact, please do so! Can't wait to see you all there.

discord.gg/QbD7RPKEjt

#Steam #SteamNextFest #Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame

27.02.2026 17:15 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I'm delighted to announce that ShantyTown will be included as part of the PAX Rising showcase!

The event runs from March 26th to the 29th, where you'll be able to stop by my booth, have a chat, and play some ShantyTown.

See you there!

east.paxsite.com/en-us/featur...

#PAXRising

26.02.2026 17:40 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Quick heads up, I'll be going live in about 30 minutes!

Jump in for a chat and let's play some ShantyTown. Can't wait to see you there!

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@silksoftworks

Twitch: www.twitch.tv/kaingadev

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

26.02.2026 13:44 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Check Silk Softworks on YouTube and Twitch tomorrow as I'll be livestreaming some ShantyTown!

Don't forget your snacks and your questions. I'll see you there!

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

25.02.2026 17:48 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Answering your questions for the next few hours over on Reddit, so, feel free to hop in!

www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

25.02.2026 14:16 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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From the IAmA community on Reddit Explore this post and more from the IAmA community

Here's a link to the main thread: www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...

I'll be jumping in shortly!

25.02.2026 13:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Hi there!

I'll be doing a Reddit AMA in about 45 minutes regarding solo development & ShantyTown.

If you've got any questions or curiosities, stop by and ask, and I'll happily answer!

See you there 🫑

#IndieDev #CozyGame #AMA #SoloDev

25.02.2026 13:17 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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What’s new in ShantyTown's latest demo? Well, let me show you!

Be sure to try the demo out for yourself and wishlist the game on Steam.

store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame

24.02.2026 18:07 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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❀️drops on❀️ comfy cozy palia :) - ronnie on Twitch ronnie went live on Twitch. Catch up on their Palia VOD now.

Ronnie finds the beauty in everyday chaos as she adventures through the ShantyTown demo; the perfect stream for a cozy evening in.

Check out her VOD here: www.twitch.tv/videos/27054...

#IndieDev #CozyGame #RelaxingGameplay #SteamNextFest

24.02.2026 17:37 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Played ShantyTown yet? πŸ€”
Check it out: πŸ‘‡
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#indiegame #steamnextfest #demo #gaming

24.02.2026 17:07 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Steam NEXT Fest is here, and so is the updated ShantyTown demo! 🚨

Jump in today, and shape a cosy little city that is unique to you. Whilst you're there, feel free to wishlist ShantyTown on Steam!

store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

#SteamNEXTFest #CozyGame #IndieDev #RelaxingGameplay

23.02.2026 18:12 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The new building competition for ShantyTown is officially live on Discord! πŸ†

This week: The Marsh Pipe

Enter and be in with the chance of winning a key for ShantyTown, as well as getting your name immortalised in the building name pool.

Discord: discord.gg/qfssa4PRuj

23.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to Kylie the Grey for being the first winner of the ShantyTown building competition, as well as our runners-up; Delta and Strig! πŸ†

23.02.2026 13:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Is your game participating in #SteamNextFest ?
link it below ‡️
Found a cool game? Share it! πŸ“’
See something nice? Wishlist it βœ…

Here's my cozy urban building game:
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...

23.02.2026 02:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy "Big Block of Cheese Day"! πŸ§€
It's a real thing, look it up (or ask me!)

I put a big block of cheese in ShantyTown...

20.02.2026 14:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026) YouTube video by Silk Softworks

ShantyTown is Next Fest ready!

Stay tuned for more updates folks, and don't forget to check out the trailer!

youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#SteamNextFest #Indiegame #indiedev #cozygame #gametok

19.02.2026 17:19 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Wishing everyone warmth and a cosy place to grow. Happy Chinese New Year!

#gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #gametok #chinesenewyear

17.02.2026 18:56 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026) YouTube video by Silk Softworks

New #ShantyTown Trailer just dropped. 😱

Oh yeah, you can build all that and more in this relaxing urban building game!

youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#indiegames #indiegameing #cozygame #games #UnrealEngine5 #indiedev #solodev

17.02.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026) YouTube video by Silk Softworks

New ShantyTown Trailer is live!

Plus, there's a new demo now available featuring Controller Support, Chinese New Year items, potted plants, icon upgrades, and some QoL updates.

Watch the trailer now!
youtu.be/eaXMKA377Kk

#Indiegame #gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame

17.02.2026 17:03 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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Wishing you all a Happy Valentine's Day, however you celebrate! 🫢

#gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame #valentinesday

14.02.2026 17:08 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0