Indie Game Developer's Success Story at Summer Game Fest
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Austin Manchester
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Summary
Fajrul FN, an independent game developer, gained visibility for his game Acts of Blood after being noticed by Geoff Keighley at Summer Game Fest. The game was showcased to millions of viewers, marking a significant milestone for Fajrul FN.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledHe said he saw the game and asked if there was anything he could do to help the project. I told him we were still a small team trying to gain visibility.
Summer Game Fest draws millions of viewers each year, and this year’s audience got a thrilling look at Fajrul’s Acts of Blood.
Acts of Blood was an unexpected trailer premiere at the 2025 SGF. Here’s how creator Fajrul FN made it at home in Indonesia.
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