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Frederic McNamara

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Game Designer and Programmer @ShishiStudios.com. Games, movies, art & other stuff. FR / EN 🎮🎬🎨 #a11y

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The #QGC2026 sale starts now! 🎉

Discover Quebec-made indie games on Steam!

Wishlist, support indie creators, and celebrate local creativity ✨

#QuebecGamesCelebration #Steam

16.02.2026 18:05 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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La #QGC2026 commence maintenant ! 🎉

C’est le moment parfait pour découvrir ou redécouvrir les jeux québécois sur Steam!

Ajoutez à votre wishlist, soutenez l’indie, et célébrez la créativité d’ici ✨

#QuebecGamesCelebration #Steam

16.02.2026 18:04 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Nouveau VTuber! Venez dire bonjour! www.twitch.tv/snakefred

18.01.2026 16:29 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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So happy to have met @victoriatran.bsky.social again at #MIGS25! Can’t wait to read your book!

19.11.2025 02:49 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Hope surrounded by red balloons.

Hope surrounded by red balloons.

September 7th is a very special day, it's Duchenne Awareness Day.

Help Hope spread the word about this rare disease that affects 1 in 5000 newborn boys!

#DuchenneAwarenessDay #MDAwarenessMonth

07.09.2025 14:00 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Le fondateur, Frédéric, devant le kiosque et la bannière du jeu Mecha, mettant en vedette Coni, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec au ComicCon de Montréal.

Le fondateur, Frédéric, devant le kiosque et la bannière du jeu Mecha, mettant en vedette Coni, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec au ComicCon de Montréal.

Nous avons passé une super fin de semaine au ComicCon de Montréal! Les gens ont adoré Mecha et sa protagoniste Coni! Un grand merci à Loto-Québec pour cette opportunité!

#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité

10.07.2025 15:00 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Canadian Game Sale title in front of a Maple leaf with a beaver on the side. Proudly Canadian.

Canadian Game Sale title in front of a Maple leaf with a beaver on the side. Proudly Canadian.

🍁 Discover 300+ games made from Maple Syrup! 🍁

From coast to coast, Canadian devs are bringing cozy indies, epic quests, and sweet deals to Steam! 🎮🇨🇦

🗓️ July 1 at 1PM – July 8

🛒 store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...

#CanadianGameSale #Steam

01.07.2025 17:03 👍 1 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
Coni in her pink wheelchair, with the Disability Pride Flag in background.

Coni in her pink wheelchair, with the Disability Pride Flag in background.

July is Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate strength, identity, and the diverse ways we move through the world. 💪♿

At Shishi Studios, accessibility isn’t an option — it’s the foundation. Everyone deserves to play, create, and be the hero.

#DisabilityPrideMonth #AccessibilityMatters

01.07.2025 14:06 👍 6 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
Couverture de Mecha, mettant en vedette Coni dans son fauteuil roulant rose, un Mecha hélicoptère jaune volant aux alentours et un Mecha hélicoptère blanc transportant un cône de construction orange. Logo de la Zone de Jeux Indie Loto-Québec.

Couverture de Mecha, mettant en vedette Coni dans son fauteuil roulant rose, un Mecha hélicoptère jaune volant aux alentours et un Mecha hélicoptère blanc transportant un cône de construction orange. Logo de la Zone de Jeux Indie Loto-Québec.

🔥 Mecha débarque au ComicCon de Montréal! 🔧💙

Venez tester notre puzzle-platformer accessible et rencontrer Coni, notre ingénieure en fauteuil roulant, dans la Zone Indie Loto-Québec!

🔗 lelobby.lotoquebec.com/blog/omg-c-e...

#MechaGame #ComicConMTL #LotoQuebec #IndieGames #Accessibilité

30.06.2025 20:00 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Mecha cover art, featuring Coni in her pink wheelchair, a yellow helicopter Mecha flying around and a white helicopter Mecha transporting an orange construction cone.

Mecha cover art, featuring Coni in her pink wheelchair, a yellow helicopter Mecha flying around and a white helicopter Mecha transporting an orange construction cone.

Last weekend, we had the honor of presenting our next game, Mecha, in the Wholesome Direct! We hope everyone had a great time!

✨ Huge thanks to the @wholesomegames.com team for the organization!

📺 Watch here: youtu.be/D4ZRXGcmDlM

🎮 Add to your wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3359470

12.06.2025 14:10 👍 44 🔁 12 💬 1 📌 0
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Faites un don à Help Frederic getting a Jaco Robotic Arm, organisée par Frederic McNamara Why Your Support Matters Hi, my name is Frédéric McNamara, and I’m… Frederic McNamara a besoin de votre soutien pour Help Frederic getting a Jaco Robotic Arm

Living with Duchenne means I'm having difficulty with basic tasks, such as eating and opening doors. A Jaco Robotic Arm would let me do everyday tasks I can’t anymore. Please donate or share: gofund.me/bd7b2f69 #Duchenne #AssistiveTech #Accessibility

02.06.2025 15:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Coni jumping in the air with her pink wheelchair, holding a electronic chip with her mechanical arm!

Coni jumping in the air with her pink wheelchair, holding a electronic chip with her mechanical arm!

Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day!

#GAAD

22.05.2025 14:00 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Coni and the Shishi Studios team! 🍀

Green is the color of luck, but also the color of innovation! 💚✨ Today, she’s rolling into the celebration with a green wheelchair!

#MechaGame #StPatricksDay #GameDev #IndieGames #PuzzlePlatformer

17.03.2025 18:00 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0

🎶 Sound is more than just music!

Visual indicators for audio cues, subtitles for important sounds, and haptic feedback help deaf and hard-of-hearing players fully experience games.

#DeafGamers #InclusiveDesign

17.03.2025 15:00 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Join the Adventure!

Keep in touch for cutting-edge updates, exclusive glimpses behind the scenes, and insights from our development team as we bring Mecha to life. Together, let's create something extraordinary! 🛠️✨

#MechaGame #IndieDev

14.03.2025 15:00 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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A Game About Perseverance & Acceptance!

Coni's journey mirrors the struggles of overcoming self-doubt and embracing one's strengths. A heartfelt coming-of-age story wrapped in a joyful, puzzle-filled adventure. 💙🤖

#IndieDev

13.03.2025 15:01 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Built for Everyone!

Accessibility isn’t an afterthought in Mecha—it’s a foundation. From customizable controls to thoughtful design choices, we want everyone to feel included in Coni’s journey. 🎮💙

#GamingAccessibility

11.03.2025 15:00 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

💡 Did you know?

Many accessibility features—like adjustable difficulty, auto-aim, and subtitles—benefit not just disabled players, but also kids, elderly gamers, and casual players!

#GameAccessibility #UniversalDesign

10.03.2025 15:00 👍 11 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 1
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Representation Matters!

Mecha stars Coni, a brilliant engineer with a disability, proving that heroes come in all forms. With accessibility at its core, the game ensures everyone can play and enjoy the adventure. 🦽🎮

#AccessibleGaming

06.03.2025 15:00 👍 7 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Announcing Mecha, featuring a disabled protagonist - Can I Play That? Shishi Studios announced Mecha, a game with a wheelchair using protagonist, designed by a disabled developer with a focus on accessibility.

Shishi Studios announced Mecha, a 3D platform puzzle game with a disabled protagonist. The protagonist, Coni, is an engineer and wheelchair user.

Designed by a disabled developer, Mecha has a focus on positive representation and accessibility.

caniplaythat.com/2025/03/05/a...

05.03.2025 14:38 👍 26 🔁 12 💬 0 📌 2
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A World of Whimsy & Wonder!

With a cozy 3D art style, uplifting storytelling, and heartwarming themes, Mecha is a love letter to wholesome gaming. Perfect for fans of Spiritfarer, The Last Campfire, and Chicory! 🌿🎨

#WholesomeGames

04.03.2025 15:00 👍 7 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

🕹️ Accessibility is personal for us at Shishi Studios!

As a developer with muscular dystrophy, Frederic, our CEO, believes no player should be left out of the magic of gaming. Let's normalize accessibility in all games!

#DisabilityInGaming

03.03.2025 15:01 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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A Puzzle-Platformer Like No Other!

Navigate unique levels, solve environmental puzzles, and diagnose the behaviors of mischievous Mechas. Use critical thinking and creativity to overcome every challenge! 🏗️💡

#PuzzlePlatformer

27.02.2025 15:00 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Wishlist Mecha Now!

Help us bring Mecha to life by adding it to your wishlist! Every wishlist counts and helps spread the word. 💖

✨ Wishlist today: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3359470

#WishlistWednesday

26.02.2025 20:48 👍 5 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Meet Coni & B1U3!

In Mecha, you’ll embark on an adventure with Coni and her companion, B1U3, to solve puzzles, fix quirky robots, and uncover the mystery behind their malfunction. A journey of acceptance and ingenuity awaits! ✨🔧

#GamingForAll

25.02.2025 15:00 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

🎨 Not everyone experiences games the same way!

High contrast modes, font scaling, and audio cues help create a more inclusive and engaging experience. Small changes make a BIG difference!

#GamingForEveryone

24.02.2025 19:01 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

Discover our next game, Mecha, a puzzle game featuring Coni, an engineer in a wheelchair! Explore the city of Montreal to fix dysfunctional robots!

24.02.2025 16:27 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Rejoignez-nous aux DemoNights!

Découvrez un aperçu de Mecha lors de DemoNights demain soir à 19h! Préparez-vous à explorer l'univers de Coni et à voir le jeu en action. 🚀🎥

🔗 https://twitch.tv/lotoquebec

20.02.2025 19:01 👍 4 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
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🎮 Shishi Studios are back for the Québec Games Celebration on Steam! 🎮

📅 From February 17 to 24, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Québec’s gaming industry!

🔗 https://store.steampowered.com/sale/quebec2025

#QuebecGamesCelebration

18.02.2025 15:00 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

🚀 Accessibility drives innovation!

Features like text-to-speech, adaptive difficulty, and one-handed controls don't just help disabled players—they make games better for everyone.

#AccessibleGaming #GameDev

17.02.2025 15:35 👍 20 🔁 7 💬 2 📌 0