Notes from
inside the studio.
Development updates, tutorials, post-mortems and reflections — straight from our workstations.
Devlog
Jul 15, 2026
5 min read
Small Changes, Big Impact — The Latest Gameplay Updates in Chikki
Discover how seemingly small gameplay additions—from the new Acorn System to movement refinements and the early Industry Act—are influencing the development of Chikki: Forgotten Roots in bigger ways than we originally expected.
Studio
May 4, 2026
6 min read
Growing Helix: Building an Independent Game Studio
How a passion for game development grew into Helix Interactive Studios, the challenges of building an independent team across different countries, and our vision for creating games that leave a lasting impact.
Devlog
Apr 21, 2026
7 min read
Building Chikki: From Prototype to a Living World
Follow the evolution of Chikki: Forgotten Roots as we transform an early gameplay prototype into a rich narrative platformer filled with exploration, memorable environments, and meaningful storytelling.
Post-Mortem
Mar 30, 2026
6 min read
Mind Within: What We Learned After Shipping Our First Game
Shipping our first commercial game taught us invaluable lessons about development, scope, production, and creating meaningful player experiences.
Devlog
Feb 18, 2026
5 min read
Designing Combat for Chikki
Combat should complement exploration — not interrupt it. Here's how we approached designing encounters that feel meaningful while preserving the game's focus on discovery and storytelling.
Tech
Jan 28, 2026
6 min read
Building Better Games with Unity
A behind-the-scenes look at the tools, workflows, and development pipeline our team uses to build games efficiently in Unity.
Studio
Jan 10, 2026
4 min read
Meet the Team Behind Helix
Get to know the developers, artists, producers, and creators working together to bring Helix Interactive Studios' projects to life.
Insights
Dec 12, 2025
5 min read
Why We Share Our Development Journey
Building games is only part of what we do. Sharing the process helps us connect with players, support aspiring developers, and build a stronger game development community.