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Restitched: From The Vault

In January 2021, we were still prototyping our first ideas for the game. We knew we wanted the player to be decorated with graphics, which were originally called 'Decals' before changing to the current 'Stamps' naming.This video is one of our first-ever tests where placing graphics o...

Dev Video: Double Jump + Camera Controls

EDIT (May 11, 2025): Patreon is having an issue where it won't support the video (even after two reuploads and a new file type), so we've just linked it as an unlisted YouTube video!We've recently started working on the double jump feature + setting, and have even expanded the previously...

Restitched: Recapped! | April 2025

Welcome back to another Restitched: Recapped!development post!We've had another productive month on the game! Things are quite ambitious around here, and we've made some exciting developments on top of our usual ones. This month we've mostly focused on preparing the Wardrobe for future t...

Restitched: Asset Preview #24

For a monthly bite-sized taste of Restitched's content, we're showcasing two new assets from the game.Each following month, the previous month's post will be public for everyone to enjoy!

"Restitched: Wardrobe Test" Announced

We're excited to announce that we've started development for the first proper testing phase of the game! Later this year (though sooner than you might think), we'll be rolling out invites for the Restitched: Wardrobe Test.This first testing phase will serve as a trial for future testing ...

Restitched: From The Vault | Pillow Fort Default Background

Did you know that in late 2021, we were preparing a plush pillow fort environment that would be used for the game's default/blank level editor background?This was conceptualized and modeled by our 2D/3D Artist, Carter.We didn't get much further than this (only adding some string lights and b...

Community Poll: Third-Party Assets

We'd like you to gather some feedback on an important question in the gaming community: "How do you feel about third-party assets used in games (specifically indie)?"What are third-party assets?Anything not made by our team directlyis considered a third-party asset. For example, kits you...

Restitched: Soundtrack Preview #18 | Nana's Reading Nook

Welcome to another Restitched: Soundtrack Preview, where we showcase 30-second snippets of music from the game's original score!Please note that these tracks are subject to change before release.

Restitched: Recapped! | March 2025

Welcome back to another Restitched: Recapped!development post!It's been a calmer month for us, as our team was fairly busy with personal life in recent weeks. For those new here: we're a team of hobbyist developers doing this in our spare time... and some months are just more productive than...

Dev Video: Wall Jumping

In the past, we asked you all to help us brainstorm gameplay gimmick ideas. Using your feedback we could then decide which ideas to pursue and prioritize. One idea we heard a lot that seemed like a no-brainer was the ability to wall jump!This month, we've begun prototyping such a feature. It&#39...

The Grandiose Tales of Cpt. Stuffy | Page 33

'Traveling, Pt. 1'As we develop the complete comic set, we release individual pages exclusively on trixel+!See the full collection here.

Dev Video: Camera Tilt Level Setting

In the past week, we've added a new Level Setting that will allow creators to set the default tilt of their gameplay cameras. This gets overridden by entering manual camera zones.Tilting the gameplay camera can drastically change the look of levels! Whether you're going for 2D, isometric, or...

Restitched: Asset Preview #23

For a monthly bite-sized taste of the content in Restitched, we're showcasing two new assets from the game.Each following month, the previous month's post will be public for everyone to enjoy!

Restitched: Recapped! | February 2025

Restitched is a fitting name for a game that often needs restitching itself! During February, we've been doing just that. Using the power of creativity, code, and passion, we've pushed progress forward with a wide range of changes and additions!Let's look into exactly what that means...V...

The Grandiose Tales of Cpt. Stuffy | Page 32

'An Adventure Awaits'As we develop the complete comic set, we release individual pages exclusively on trixel+! See the full collection here.

Restitched: From the Vault | Spider Enemy Concepts

As you've probably seen in our recent screenshots and the official trailer, one of our basic enemy types is the Spider!Early in their conceptualization, we explored different looks for them. However, we ultimately chose to go for a more crafty look. We felt the button eyes made it look more thre...

Stuffy Wardrobe Animations

We've been importing several new reaction animationsfor when Stuffy is dressing up in the Wardrobe! Aren't they lovely?What you see here is still incomplete, but we're making great progress in polishing the experience. We still have much to do and many new clothing items to create and im...

Oops, fainted!

We may have accidentally set the wrong file reference when adding equip and removal animations to the Wardrobe. 🤭Hope Stuffy is okay after that.

Community Poll: Story Overworld Map

How do you feel about the idea of a playable Story Mode map?This would likely be in isometric 3D, with the possibility of Stuffy being playable or able to move linearly between level posts. This is common in games like Mario, Kirby, etc.Our idea is to offer a more interesting way to navigate story c...

Restitched: Asset Preview #22

For a monthly bite-sized taste of the content in Restitched, we're showcasing two new assets from the game.Each following month, the previous month's post will be public for everyone to enjoy!

Restitched: Recapped! | January 2025

Hello! It's been a while since our last edition of Restitched: Recapped!. Did you miss us? We missed you!We made troves of progressleading up to the trailer in December and have also made substantial progress in Januarywhile returning from a personal holiday break.We can't possibly show ever...

Restitched: Soundtrack Preview | "Thread of Adventure" (Main Theme)

Introducing the game's main theme music, "Thread of Adventure". Team composer Thomas Voets created this song with the intent of capturing the game's whimsical, charming feeling. This is also backed up by the track's child-like humming!Using the same tune with different instrument...

Trixel+ 2025 Update

As we head into 2025, we have quite a lot of work cut out for us! There are many important things to take care of, and as hobbyist developers our resources and time are limited.Because of this, we are making a few adjustments to our Patreon servicefor this new year. This will help us to better focus...

Restitched: Trailer Feedback Update

Hello, Stuffies!After our Official Trailerpremiered one month ago, we've been reading your comments and feedbackon the game's footage. We've noted down the most common concerns and are starting to address themas we return from a nice holiday break!Restitched has changed a lot over its 3+...

Restitched - Unused Screenshots

While we were working on the second trailer, we took nearly 100 new screenshots from the levels shown! These were taken from an even earlier build than the one our footage was captured in.Some of these screenshots are currently unused, but show areas of the levels not clearly seen before.We've a...

Restitched: Trailer 2 (Original Edit)

As you'd expect with any promotional video or trailer, there are often several earlier versions before feedback reshapes it!For the "Restitched: Official Trailer," we pitched a much longer original editto the team. This first draft uses alternate and additional clipsthat were either chan...

Restitched: Cinematic vs. Storyboard Comparison

This video compares bits of the game's introductory cutscene to an early 2D storyboard animation. Even though a large part of the animation was changed drastically in its final form, the original pieces of inspiration still remain. The animators have stayed surprisingly faithful to the early ref...

The Grandiose Tales of Cpt. Stuffy | Page 31

'LONDON?!'We release a new page of our comic The Grandiose Tales of Cpt. Stuffy every month on trixel+.

Restitched: From The Vault | First Workshop Concept

Back in 2020 when the game was being conceptualized, we mocked up several UI ideas for various UI and features. We knew we wanted a browsable in-game Steam Workshop menu, but arranging it was always a challenge at the start.Over time, things fell into place. The current menu style better balances wh...