In a digital landscape dominated by algorithm-driven app stores and open-upload behemoths like itch.io, a new player is quietly emerging from Nigeria with a refreshingly different vision.
Rubies Unleashed, launched by Tkprobix and its founder Daniel Oluwatunmibi (known as DanTunmibi), isn't trying to compete on scale. Instead, it's building a boutique, indie-first marketplace that puts curation, security, and genuine discovery at the center. As of January 2026, with developer accounts freshly live (shipped January 13), this platform represents a thoughtful evolution from its predecessor RubyApks — and a potential model for how smaller, passion-led projects can challenge the status quo in indie distribution.
From RubyApks to Rubies Unleashed: An Iterative Journey. The story begins with RubyApks, a simple, no-registration web marketplace hosted on Blogger. Created under the Tkprobix banner, it allowed indie developers to publish games and apps globally while giving users hassle-free downloads of niche titles. It emphasized accessibility, malware-free content, and creator freedom — values that carried over but outgrew the old platform.
RubyApks has since been discontinued (its Blogger site now 404), paving the way for Rubies Unleashed: a modern, polished successor built to address limitations and scale the vision. Hosted on Netlify with a stack of React (frontend), Python (backend logic), and GitHub for collaboration, the new platform delivers fast, secure downloads worldwide while maintaining Tkprobix's core philosophy: fuse imagination, code, and design excellence to create meaningful digital experiences. Tkprobix itself is a results-driven outfit — 50+ projects completed, 98% client satisfaction — founded by Oluwatunmibi, a Babcock University software engineering student passionate about AI, photography, design, and building inclusive tools. Other Tkprobix ventures like PDFnBooks (a community-driven eBook library) and Atmos Weathr (a minimalist weather app) show a pattern: start small, prioritize quality and user needs, iterate based on real feedback. What Sets Rubies Unleashed Apart.
Unlike itch.io's open democracy or Steam's commercial scale, Rubies Unleashed is deliberately curated: Discovery over hype — No ads, no paid visibility, no trend-chasing algorithms. The focus is on quality, creativity, and potential — spotlighting "hidden gems" that major platforms often overlook.
Hand-picked and verified — Every project is security-checked and malware-free, addressing a real pain point in indie downloads.
High-performance delivery — An optimized network ensures lightning-fast, reliable access, even in regions with variable connectivity.
Creator empowerment — Developer accounts (now live) let indie makers claim listed projects, manage updates, edit descriptions, and control visibility directly — putting power in creators' hands from day one.
Community-shaped growth — Built "with the community," it evolves alongside users and developers through shared passion and feedback.
The current catalog is intentionally small and focused — a "New Arrivals" showcase under the Treasure Vault highlights titles like:
YScroll (Software, productivity tool)
Particulitix (Game Beta, particle simulation)
The Professor AI (Software, AI-powered education)
Studly (Software, study/productivity tool)
Postra (Software, content posting)
Alien on the Radar (Game, sci-fi exploration)
The Pizza Knight Saves The Princess (Game, humorous retro platformer)
CubeCutting (Game, geometry puzzle)
These represent experimental, creative indie work — exactly the kind of projects that thrive in curated spaces. Why This Matters in 2026 Indie distribution faces ongoing challenges: saturation on open platforms makes visibility hard for non-hyped creators; security concerns deter cautious downloaders; and many emerging developers (especially from underrepresented regions like Africa) struggle for fair spotlighting. Rubies Unleashed tackles these head-on with a Nigerian-rooted, global-minded approach. It's not about replacing itch.io — it's about offering a complementary niche: a safe, intentional gallery where quality trumps quantity, and rising talent gets curated amplification.
Early adoption is grassroots — no massive metrics yet, but the January 13 developer rollout marks a pivotal step toward real creator participation. trustworthy finds, this could become a go-to alternative.Looking AheadTkprobix's track record of iteration (RubyApks → Rubies Unleashed) suggests more evolution: potential expansions in catalog size, deeper Rubies mechanics, or community features like spotlights and feedback loops. As Oluwatunmibi continues blending his studies in AI and development, future updates might even incorporate intelligent curation or recommendation tools.For now, Rubies Unleashed stands as proof that indie ecosystems don't need venture-scale funding or millions of users to matter — they need vision, rigor, and a genuine commitment to creators and community.Explore it yourself at https://rubiesunleashed.netlify.app/. If you're an indie maker with a hidden gem, claim your project. If you're a curious explorer, start filling your vault. In a world of noise, sometimes the quiet, curated path uncovers the real treasures.
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