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title: "Developer Spotlight: Cabbage Systems"
subtitle: "How Cabbage Systems Brought a Sword-Fighting Frog to Life on Reddit"
date: 2025-10-08T12:00:00.000Z
category: tutorial
url: https://phaser.io/news/2025/10/developer-spotlight-cabbage-systems
site: Phaser - https://phaser.io
copyright: © 2026 Phaser Studio Inc. All rights reserved.
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# Developer Spotlight: Cabbage Systems

*How Cabbage Systems Brought a Sword-Fighting Frog to Life on Reddit*

Tokyo-based game studio Cabbage Systems brought an idle RPG to Reddit, featuring a sword-fighting frog on a mission for dinner.

![](developer-studio-spotlight-cabbage-systems-1.png)

## Tech Stack

The game uses Phaser for the viewport, React for UI, and Devvit as the foundation. GitHub and a private subreddit handle continuous integration and QA testing.

![](developer-studio-spotlight-cabbage-systems-2.png)

## Game Design

Each mission is its own post, created by users and discoverable across Reddit. Characters persist across missions, gaining XP and loot. User-generated content drives discovery and community growth.

![](developer-studio-spotlight-cabbage-systems-3.png)

## Launch Strategy

Cabbage used a phased approach: closed beta, early access subreddit, then full discovery rollout. This built an active community before scaling.

![](developer-studio-spotlight-cabbage-systems-4.png)

## Monetization

Players buy premium maps that everyone can play, aligning with Reddit's culture of generosity through the Payments API.

![](developer-studio-spotlight-cabbage-systems-5.png)

## Key Takeaway

Reddit offers game developers a new platform for community-driven launches, demonstrating how Phaser creates native-feeling experiences on social platforms.

[Read Full Article](https://developers.reddit.com/docs/blog/sword-and-supper)

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