My name is Derek R Croston. I make games about frustration. The heroes of my games are hampered by the actions of people that are supposed to help. In the sidescrolling shoot em up AWOL Ahab, titular character leaves his post while defending his planet from invasion because the best weapons are stored on a different world.
As an indie developer I deal with frustration a lot. Finding the limitations of game engines and the equipment I own is common. AWOL Ahab was supposed to have voice acting. After recording and editing the audio, it had to be removed.
I feel everyone can relate. That is why I create games about frustration.
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AWOL Ahab is available here.