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
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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
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Some building bloops to see you into the weekend.
#indiedev #cozygame #relaxinggameplay #citybuilder #NoWrongBuilds
06.03.2026 17:18
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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
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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
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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
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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
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So cool to read! Thanks! π€©
01.03.2026 15:53
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Devlog: Adding controller support to my indie game ShantyTown! π
β‘οΈhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MrFqLIdSnY
What do you think?
#indiegaming #SteamNextFest #devlog #indiedev #gamedev #UnrealEngine
01.03.2026 15:45
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 π«‘
#IndieDev #CozyGame #AMA #SoloDev
25.02.2026 13:17
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Whatβs 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
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β€οΈdrops onβ€οΈ 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
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Played ShantyTown yet? π€
Check it out: π
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...
#indiegame #steamnextfest #demo #gaming
24.02.2026 17:07
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Steam NEXT Fest is here, and so is the updated ShantyTown demo! π¨
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
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The new building competition for ShantyTown is officially live on Discord! π
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
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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! π
23.02.2026 13:47
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Is your game participating in #SteamNextFest ?
link it below ‡οΈ
Found a cool game? Share it! π’
See something nice? Wishlist it β
Here's my cozy urban building game:
store.steampowered.com/app/2434600/...
23.02.2026 02:51
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Happy "Big Block of Cheese Day"! π§
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
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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
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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
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ShantyTown - Steam NEXT Fest Trailer (2026)
YouTube video by Silk Softworks
New #ShantyTown Trailer just dropped. π±
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
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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
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Wishing you all a Happy Valentine's Day, however you celebrate! π«Ά
#gamedemo #indiedev #cozygame #chillgame #valentinesday
14.02.2026 17:08
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