Rob Madden

Creative Director @hyperluminaluk and Curio Collector @littlenookgames

Currently working on @cloudjumpergame / Recently shipped @pineheartsgame

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

It's out! Can't express how proud I am of the whole team and I can't wait for people to enjoy the game 😀

[Pine Hearts 🌲 @pineheartsgame]

🎉🌲 PINE HEARTS IS OUT NOW!! 🌲🎉

A wholesome, narrative-adventure set within the picturesque Scottish countryside and Tyke's fondest memories 💭

Play it now on Steam and Nintendo Switch! 🏕

[Wholesome Games | Celebration August 6-13 @_wholesomegames]

#ad The Day I Became a Bird is a heartwarming and handcrafted narrative adventure game. Experience the tender tale of Frank on his fledgling journey of fluttering feelings, innocent self-expression, and honest ingenuity. Available now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam.

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

So excited to say that we've launched The Day I Became a Bird! A lovely little heartfelt story about first love with PASSION Games and @NumskullGames Check it out on Steam, PS5, and Nintendo Switch ❤️

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

@CanYouPetTheDog Of course! Wishlist The Day I Became a Bird on Steam!

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

In this playable bedtime story, follow Frank through a slice of his life - biking to school, running around the park, completing puzzles, making memories, and discovering newfound feelings for his classmate, Sylvia.

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

Welcome to the world of The Day I Became a Bird. A handcrafted story about fluttering feelings, innocent self-expression and honest ingenuity. Wishlist on Steam!

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

It's a bird!

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

We're so exited to announce our next game The Day I Became a Bird with PASSION Games and @NumskullGames. The demo is out now - and we'll be a part of Steam Next Fest too! Can't wait to for people to get their hands on it!

[KOAN Sound @koansound]

It's been a minute since we dropped any music publicly, and today we're fixing that.
Our newest single 'Spirals Unfold' is streaming on all platforms now!

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

Some lovely stories from the team ❤️

[Pine Hearts 🌲 @pineheartsgame]

Tykes shares many loving memories with his Dad throughout your journey together in Pine Hearts, so to celebrate Father's Day this Sunday we've dedicated a whole blog post to our devs fondest memories with their Dads 💚

We'd love to hear some of your favourite memories too! 🫶

[Pocket Tactics @PocketTactics]

Hyper Luminal Games’ #PineHearts left a lasting impression on us, so we’re super excited to see it come to mobile, thanks to @WeAreSecretMode 🏕️📱 @HyperLuminalUK

➡️ https://t.co/jEabVJ0j3E

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

Over the moon to have @pineheartsgame part of the @WeAreSecretMode family - couldn't think of a better home for our cozy little adventure! ❤️

[Secret Mode @WeAreSecretMode]

Hello campers! We're delighted to announce that @HyperLuminalUK 's critically acclaimed Pine Hearts has moved its camping gear into Secret Mode’s catalogue. 

And that's not all: Pine Hearts will be setting up camp on iOS and Android later this year!

Find out more 👇

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

Congrats to the latest DunDev teams - all great devs and excited to see where they go next!

[UK Games Fund @ukgamesfund]

DunDev News 📢

All four studios from this year’s DunDev have secured Prototype Fund support from UK Games Fund.

Congratulations to @TombStoneStudio @H_Moon_Games @Purr_Point and @TeamDuckySnacks!

🔗https://t.co/hTHTcraEp9

[Cloud Jumper ☁ @cloudjumpergame]

Merry Christmas to all those across the skies who celebrate! ❄
We can't wait to share more adventures with you in 2025 🌟

[Hyper Luminal Games @HyperLuminalUK]

Happy Holidays from all of us at HLG! 🎄❄
We've had an incredible year, with the release of @pineheartsgame, celebrating our 10th Birthday, and collaborating with our amazing partners.
We hope you have a restful break and look forward to seeing you in the new year! 🌟

[Rob Madden @LaffingLad]

Amazing end to the year! @pineheartsgame was one of the best reviewed games on Switch in 2024. So proud of the team at @HyperLuminalUK they deserve every bit of this award ❤️

[GameSpot @GameSpot]

The Best Switch Games Of 2024 According To Metacritic https://t.co/I9D4Cpwz0u

[Pine Hearts 🌲 @pineheartsgame]

Voting for the Steam Awards is now open! 🌟

If you've enjoyed playing Pine Hearts we'd love if you would consider voting for us in the 'Sit Back and Relax' category 🏆💚

https://t.co/3SfhPiebHB

And let us know what else you've nominated! 📝 #SteamAwards

[Pine Hearts 🌲 @pineheartsgame]

We're so honoured to be nominated for the Indie Excellence award at the @GA_Conf Accessibility Awards! 🥹🌟

The public vote is open now!! We have some strong competition but if you'd like to vote for us we'd deeply appreciate your support 💚
https://t.co/QPiXFmKMjc

[Cloud Jumper ☁ @cloudjumpergame]

You've got this!! ✨
Olive knows you have what it takes to make it through the rest of the week 💫

[Pine Hearts 🌲 @pineheartsgame]

Tyke and Bonnie are all cuddled up for Self-Care Sunday with #CozyQuest! ☕💚

Tune in at 12pm today for @WeAreSecretMode's panel on the Positive Effects of Cozy Games on Mental Wellbeing ✨ Where we chat about Pine Hearts and some of our other favourite cosy games!

[Cloud Jumper ☁ @cloudjumpergame]

⚠ Don't fly tired! ⚠
Head to your nearest landing pad and stretch those legs! 🚶‍♀️
#ScreenshotSaturday #IndieDev

[Secret Mode @WeAreSecretMode]

Who's ready for some more cozy goodness? We are!

The theme of today's #CozyQuest stream is Hidden Gems, and we've collected some of the brightest and sparkliest around!

The fun starts in 30 minutes; see you there!

https://t.co/qX17NjT3rz