About Tim (Frycandle)

Hello! I’m Tim, a self-taught game developer from the Netherlands making games under the creator nickname Frycandle. With a background in architectural engineering, my calm, introverted, hyperfocus personality and an appreciation for the little things I strive to create meaningful experiences.

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As a one-person studio I could never do it all alone. While I do most of the work myself (game design, coding, creative direction, marketing, etc.), I frequently collaborate with freelancers to elevate my projects in areas that benefit from some external expertise (music, voice-acting, trailer editing, graphic design). Plus, it’s fun to collaborate!

Without emotional (and sometimes even financial) support from players, friends, family and countless fellow game developers, I wouldn’t be able to do this full-time. If you’re one of them, thank you! If you’re ever in a similar boat and could use some support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or your peers. There is a ton of kindness out there.

The things I enjoy tend to be the simple details in places, people and objects. Going for a walk in the Dutch moorlands, an absurd sense of humor or the alignment of several different elements in a facade. In my building engineering studies one of my favorite subjects was a design exercise where form would follow from function.

Simplicity and minimalism is something I’d love to see more of in video-games. I want my games to focus on the uncomplicated appreciation of an idea. Keeping things focused also helps me keep the scope under control. The games I make tend to be short intriguing experiences that can be completed within a couple of hours.

I’d love to hear from you! Every single message, follow, tweet, like, play-test, wishlist and review can make a big difference for small developers like myself.
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I’m currently working on an unannounced first-person puzzle game. Keep an eye on this page to find out more about my upcoming project.