Mike Arnone

Your Steam capsule gets a moment to make players stop. Your trailer gets 3 seconds to make them stay. @williamhperkins.bsky.social of @wearecontinue.bsky.social (makers of the Mighty Cuphead Adventure teaser), breaks down how to earn the wishlist. 🎧 www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoTa...

I'm interviewing @jacobvela.bsky.social, who runs Argo Law (argolawyer.com), a law firm specalizing in game devs (he's even launched his own game on Steam. We're turning to the community for Q&A, so: WHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR A LAWYER REGARDING YOUR GAME/STUDIO⁉️ Drop them below, thanks! 🙏

Last week I interviewed @bradshankar.bsky.social from Mobile Syrup all about how to reach out to and work with journalists to get your indie game covered. Now Bluesky only let's me post 4 images, so catch the full episode if you want ALL of the tips!!! youtu.be/DtJfEz7jtDA

Raising awareness and donations for the Able Gamers Charity means some meaaaaan 7:00 am track runs 😭🥵🥵🥵 gofund.me/d610ff6cc Toronto Marathon coming quickly, and it's time to kick things into high gear.

Big shoutout to @studionullgames.bsky.social for the announcement launch of Will O Wing. I have had the soundtrack of this game on repeat, and it gives me some beautiful Ori vibes! Can't wait to see where this one goes. www.youtube.com/watch?v=F24y...

This is why we do it!!!!!! My goal with Freaking Cool Indies is to help game devs navigate the business and marketing side of game creation, and when these types of messages come in, it means so much more than I can ever describe.

I had a great time on @freakingcoolindies.com! Shoutout to Mike for this show -- it's such a smart focus on the business side for indie devs featuring tons of insightful chats with a variety of industry folks. A pleasure to come on and talk about the games media side. Highly recommend subscribing!

Nintendo Eshop has Persona 3, 4 and 5 bundle is on sale. 1. Do I pull trigger?!? 2. What one do I start with!! Not a huge JRPG fan, but Persona is a legendary series so there has to be something special behind that love. I need your help, people!

NEW EPISODE!! 🎙️ I spoke with Mahdeen Abrar, CEO and co founder of Jestr, about how indie devs can actually win with shorts in 2026. We cover TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts, hooks, creator campaigns, and why one viral video is not the goal. www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MAL...

When the 2TB+Controller Steam Machine comes in at an eye watering $2,302.94 Canadian (after tax). 😭 This companion cube is gonna have to wait for a few price drops 🧊

With the current state of the games industry, I don't need to sit here and let you know that getting noticed and hired is no easy task. But this weeks episode (launching tomorrow) is here to lend a hand! Can't wait to get this one out in the wild!

Lots going on with XBOX right now, but chalk this one up in the Win column. 🙌🏻 www.bgr.com/2188470/micr... #accessiblegaming

Got $10 burning a hole in your pocket? Use it to support @freakingcoolindies.com who will be running in the Toronto Marathon in support of AbleGamers, an amazing charity that helps everyone get a chance to play games gofund.me/bf1b6b3b1 #charity #ablegamers #playitforward #indiegames

Well this is a fun way to start the weekend! 🫨 Thank you all for your continued love and support as this mighty community continues to grow! 🫶 🩵 #indiegamedev #gamedev #gamemarketing

Huge congrats to Scott Christian & the @playhilltop.bsky.social team. The Curse of Resthaven trailer was featured on The MIX Summer Game Showcase! Scott's a beacon for Canadian game devs, and seeing it alongside so many greats was a joy. 👏 www.youtube.com/watch?v=KrcU...

Chris Zukowski built the exact thing we're all chasing with our games. Super fans. A thriving Discord. A newsletter he owns outright, so he reaches his people anytime. No algorithm permission required. New FCI episode out now. 🎧 youtu.be/2QzUy4wqk6U #indiedev #gamedev #indiegame

Experiment hypothesis: How much does colour effect click-through rate Counting the day that Steam allows indie devs to A/B test capsule art. Would be such a game changer. Game devs, any guesses before the analytics start rolling in? P.S. launching an episode with the Chris Z tomorrow. 👀

Check out the latest Freaking Cool indies podcast, definitely relevant for the devs I work with youtu.be/9GPasXPLTI0?... #indiedev #indiegames @freakingcoolindies.com

NBA playoffs offs + Echo Generation 2 = A quality evening! #Echogeneration2 #Indiegames #canadiangaming

Anyone who says creating content is easy is full of 💩 ! 36 takes later, but we finally nailed the intro! 😂 😭

Nothing makes my heart happier!

Huge thanks @freakingcoolindies.com, @bancy.co, @saffronaurora.bsky.social, Dan at @capybaragames.com, @kimchica.bsky.social, @ravinestudios.ca, @cococucumber.bsky.social, Graham at @drinkboxstudios.com, Dave at @mightyyell.bsky.social, @artbygavin.bsky.social, and everyone else (sry if I missed u)

We were honoured to be featured during last night’s Canadian Game Awards 💛 Produced by Mike Arnone of @freakingcoolindies.com , the video highlights our work with experimental creators, game arts, and Canada’s indie games community. Learn more: www.handeyesociety.com #canadiangameawards #gameart

Followers ≠ fans. A follower clicked a button. A fan tells their friends, defends your game in the comments, and shows up on launch day. That's what this week's episode is about. So join me and @MalloryLoar! Freaking Cool Indies the weekly podcast for indie game developers. 🎧 youtu.be/rC9fvhTCX2c

"I can't" doesn't mean "I won't." An amazing quote I heard today that holds and rings so true. If you weren't able to make your dream game in this season of life, it doesn't mean you won't be able to in another. Keep working on your craft so when things align you will be ready

After seeing the reviews come in, a VERY easy day 1 buy. Wish me luck! 🫡🫡 #tombwater

Newest addition to the shelf! #godot

Have never felt more excited to show off what's been cooking over at Freaking Cool Indies. I know I've been MIA, but I'll be back soon! 👨🏻‍🍳👨🏻‍🍳👨🏻‍🍳👨🏻‍🍳

And that's credits, ladies and gentlemen! Ghost of Yōtei, what a journey it has been. 9/10 🤝🙏🏻🎉

The final episode of 2025 is LIVE! Devlogs, Discipline, and No Zero Days with the one and only DevDuck An absolute honour to chat with the legend himself, and what an amazing day to end off the year. Watch Now: youtu.be/w10BNpzgJs0 Happy New Year, everyone! 🎉

My favourite quote from tomorrows episode with DevDuck! "No Zero Days is really important to me. Some days I'll work for an hour and a half, other days, if I'm not feeling it, I will literally add some to do comments in my code. I did my little 1% and I can live with that." — Ben Nowak (DevDuck)

Super sad news. Rest in peace icon

Just watched another video with Steam page optimization tips and I wanted to highlight how great host Mike (@freakingcoolindies.com) is. And of course thanks to his guest @jarvdusa.bsky.social for tons of knowledge! (🔗Link in comment if you're interested)

🚨 New episode is live. I'll keep it short and sweet. If you have a steam page, or if you in the process of making one. WATCH THIS EPISODE! 1 hour of your time = A fully optimized steam page. youtu.be/C8c3PRRgv10

Friendly PSA on this lovely Sunday evening. Your indie games CTR (Click Through Rate) is steam's currency Steam's algorithm prioritizes games based on click through rates. - Below 0.5% gets your game buried - 1-2% keeps you safe - above 3% means Steam actively promotes your game to more users

I have been waiting for this day for MANY years and I couldn't be more excited. Let's do this, Samus! #MetroidPrime4Beyond

What amazing soul want's to help a guys dream come true and be my 700th youtube subscriber! 😭 🙏 🩵 If you are an indie dev struggling with the business and marketing side of game creation, every ounce of my channel is dedicated to helping you. www.youtube.com/@freakingcoo... I appreciate you! 🫶