Nathan | EcoBound Dev

Reviving a dead planet, one plant at a time 🌱 Solo dev creating EcoBound: A cozy sci-fi terraforming adventure. Currently: Overhauling visuals in #UE5 🚀

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Hi, I'm Nathan!

By day: Preschool Teacher 👨‍🏫 By night: Solo Dev building 'EcoBound'

It's been a wild ride with 4 restarts in 5 years, but I'm finally ready to show the world what I'm working on.

Follow along for the journey of building a cozy sci-fi game!

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Today is the launch of my brand new series: Diary of Ecobound.

The pace is slower then that of my regular video's. So it might not be for everyone and that's alright! 😊

It's about the proces of developing EcoBound. What worked, what didn't, how did I solve the problems i came across and what the future of the game holds! 💖

#gamedev #indiedev #indiegame #gamedev #games #cozygaming

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Today in Deep Dive: How do games make small little details on their models to help tell their story? 📖

You'll learn all about UV mapping in Blender! 😊

It's very beginner friendly and don't be afraid to tell me how it went or ask questions in the comments! I'll happily help where I can!

Deep dive is a tutorial series made up of my own 3D experiences, so if you'd like to learn or get better, tag along! 💚

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Welcome to Deep Dive, a tutorial series I'm working on. Today's topic: Blender! 🤩

In this video you learn the absolute basics in 3 minutes to get you started! 🏁

Lmk what you guys think of this format! 💖

#indiegame #gamedev #art #games #blender #Indiedev #tutorial

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Welcome to Deep Dive, a show in which we zoom into one specific part of gamedevelopment!

Today I’m showing you how to build your own cozy environments from scratch in Unreal Engine 5. 😊

We'll go over:
- How to make foliage 🌿
- How to set up a terrain 🌆
- How to color that terrain 🎨
- How to put it all together with the foliage tool 🔨

#gamedev #indiegame #developement #UnrealEngine #Howitsmade #indiedev #blender3d #substancepainter #unrealengine5 #3dart #gamedesign

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

The UI for my cozy sci-fi game, EcoBound, is finally coming together! 🌿✨

Today I'll show you guys how UI works in Unreal Engine! If you have any tips, please let me know. 2D and UI are not my strong suit and I'm always open to learn! 💚

#indiedev #gamedev #unrealengine #ue5 #cozygaming #cozyvibes #gamedesign

P.s. If anyone watches this and thinks: 'I'd love to design the item icons an other things for this game.' Please DM or email me: [e-mail].

Because I'm unfortunately not capable enough in the 2D art department.

When the game is in a further along state and I'll know all the icons and stuff I'll need, I'd love to work together! 👏

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

From wireframe to a living, breathing forest! 🌲✨

This is what the trees of EcoBound currently look like.

Which tree color is your favorite? 💙💛💚👇

#gamedev #indiedev #unrealengine5 #ue5 #gameart #cozygames #3dart #ecobound #indiegame

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

How do games render massive forests without melting your PC? 🌲🔥

For today’s Technical Thursday, I’m breaking down how I optimize trees for my indie game EcoBound! Using Tree-it, WPO (World Position Offset), and Culling in #UE5 to save our graphics cards. 👇

#gamedev #indiedev #UnrealEngine5 #gameart #indiegame

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Happy #screenshotsaturday !! 😊

The world of EcoBound is coming to life! 🌿 Check out the progression of our new mineable items: LumaCaps and Crystals. From simple 3D models to glowing in-game loot! ✨🍄💎

#gamedev #indiedev #unrealengine #madewithunreal #indiegame #gameart #3dmodeling

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

In today’s Technical Thursday, I’m breaking down how we handle item logic in EcoBound using Data Assets. It’s basically a magical digital box that holds all the stats and visuals! 📦✨

What is the most iconic item in gaming history according to you? 👇

#indiedev #GameDev #UnrealEngine5 #IndieGame #GameDesign

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Yup... Just a rock 🪨✨

This is the first minable asset you encounter in EcoBound. It drops Stone and a small chance of another ore! 😊

#ScreenshotSaturday #IndieDev #UnrealEngine5 #GameArt #CozyGame #3DArt

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Technical Thursday! Today is about node based coding in #UE5 🛠️

Traditional code is powerful, but looking at C++ syntax sometimes feels like reading The Matrix. Blueprints allow me to build complex systems without losing my mind 😆

Which do you prefer: Nodes or Lines? 😊💓

#EcoBound #UnrealEngine #IndieDev #GameDev #Blueprints #TechnicalThursday

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@GamefolioGG Thank you so much! Hope you have a great weekend ahead 😊♥️

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@PatientPhil_ @ScreenshotSatRT Thank you!! 🤩

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@ArdentVital Thank you for hosting! 💚

This week I wanted to show the first tool class of EcoBound. Radient tools: They are brittle, but powerful! 💎😊

https://t.co/c9tTeNeUyv

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Happy #ScreenshotSaturday! 📷

Today I wanted to show the Radiant Tool lineup! For now just the Axe and Pickaxe. 🪓⛏️

These tools are brittle, but powerful and one of the first Classes of tools you'll be able to craft in EcoBound! 😊

#UE5 #3dart #blender3d #stylizedart #indiegame #Indie #indiedev

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@ElvGames Thank you for hosting! 🤩

This week I wanted to show the first tool class of EcoBound. Radient tools: They are brittle, but powerful! 💎😊

https://t.co/c9tTeNeUyv

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Happy #ScreenshotSaturday! 📷

Today I wanted to show the Radiant Tool lineup! For now just the Axe and Pickaxe. 🪓⛏️

These tools are brittle, but powerful and one of the first Classes of tools you'll be able to craft in EcoBound! 😊

#UE5 #3dart #blender3d #stylizedart #indiegame #Indie #indiedev

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@gazuntype This looks so gooood! All the vfx give it so much character!! 🥰

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@EvoliteStudio @IndieBandits That's gorgeous! Especially the waterfall shader. So cool, well done!! 🌊🤩

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@IndieBandits Thank you for hosting! 💗

So cool to see everyone's projects! 🤩

https://t.co/c9tTeNeUyv

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

Happy #ScreenshotSaturday! 📷

Today I wanted to show the Radiant Tool lineup! For now just the Axe and Pickaxe. 🪓⛏️

These tools are brittle, but powerful and one of the first Classes of tools you'll be able to craft in EcoBound! 😊

#UE5 #3dart #blender3d #stylizedart #indiegame #Indie #indiedev

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@TonyFraser4 Love the anime-like speed lines effect. Make it feel super zoomie, well done!! 🏃💛

[Nathan | EcoBound Dev @Stylized_Studio]

@The_SeveredGods This looks stunning! Love the colors! 💚💚