Tag: Indie
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Wargroove 2 Demo Preview: Engrossing Tactical Turn-Based Fun Feels Familiar
We recently got the opportunity to try out Wargroove 2 in its Steam Next Fest demo and see firsthand what it brings to the table.
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The Lifechanging Potential of Video Games
For decades, video games have existed, leading one to believe that they have profoundly influenced people’s lives in numerous ways. This source of entertainment has left its mark on various aspects of our world, but have you ever wondered how it has shaped you personally? Frequently, I find myself questioning the origins of my quirks,…
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Learn Japanese with Shashingo – Now on Kickstarter
AutumnPioneer, a creative game development studio, has just launched their new game, Shashingo: Learn Japanese with Photography, on Kickstarter. Shashingo is not your typical language-learning game. Instead of relying on traditional flashcards or vocabulary drills, the game takes a more immersive approach to language learning. By using photographs as a learning tool, users can learn…
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Time On Frog Island: Obtuse yet Relaxing – PS4 Review
We are in a frog-themed renaissance in gaming, with so many frog-related experiences announced for 2022 and 2023. However, they are scattered across all genres, from RPGs to sports games. I wasn’t sure what to expect from Time On Frog Island, a guy just living his best life among frogs? Farming crops? A simple walk-and-talk…
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Gloom and Doom is Bringing The ’90s to 2022
Developer Neo Tegoel Games and publisher Viridian Studios are porting the 90’s themed visual novel, Gloom and Doom to consoles later this month. Launched in Jan. 2021, Gloom and Doom embraced the 90’s era slacker film genre to positive reviews. The solo dev has shown a penchant for sharing intimate stories that bring us together.…
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Digital Nightmares: Ib Revisited and Resident Evil 4 Remake
This week we’re visiting the wonderfully horrific dreamscape art galleries of Ib. Dan chose the remake of the RPG maker classic, so now we’re taking a closer look. We discuss narrative design and endings as well as the past, present, and future of RPG maker games. Stick around to the end for upcoming releases and…
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Fantasy Town Sim, A Hero’s Rest Is Revealed With Early Access Trailer
Developer Vanargand Games have announced that their upcoming fantasy management sim, A Hero’s Rest will be coming to Early Access soon. We’ve always wondered what would it be like to send adventures off on quests to protect our land and earn money while doing it? Vanargand Games, a two-person studio based in Israel, has answered…
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Stylish FPS Roguelite, RoboHolic Revealed With Action Packed Trailer
Developers Axionity and publisher HeroCraft PC have revealed their new roguelike FPS RoboHolic via an action-packed trailer. Roboholic is the debut title of indie developer Axionity and it’s shaping up to be one hell of an experience. It is a combination of the classic roguelite shooter gameplay we’ve come to know and love from the…
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Action-Packed Pixel-Art Tower Defence Game, Dwerve Out Now
Developer Half Human Games have finally released their gorgeously stylish pixel-art tower defence dungeon crawler RPG, Dwerve. If you’ve ever thought that Dwarves, tower defence games and pixel art would go well together, you’re in for a treat. The recently released game Dwerve seeks to combine all of these fantastic elements to create the ultimate…
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Pull Off Thrilling Heists In The Upcoming Cyberpunk RPG, HeistGeist
Developer Doublequote Studio has announced a story-driven RPG set in a cyberpunk version of Central Europe titled HeistGeist. If you’re a fan of cyberpunk experiences – fortunately, no we don’t mean that trainwreck – and the wonderful continent of Europe, then you’re in for a treat with HeistGeist. This cleverly named video game is the…
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Epic RPG Deck-Builder, Gordian Quest, Leaves Early Access Next Month
After a successful Early Access period, the epic RPG deck-builder, Gordian Quest is finally getting the full release treatment and a whole new price. Developer Mixed Realms released this gorgeous deck builder way back in March 2020. Since then it has gone on to see praise from both fans and journalists alike. With well over…
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Relaxing Indie, Cloud Gardens Finally Receives Switch Release Date
After a short delay, developer Noio and publisher Coatsink have revealed the release date for the Nintendo Switch port of Cloud Gardens. Earlier this month, developer Noio announced that the Nintendo Switch edition of their critically acclaimed title, Cloud Gardens would be delayed. While the Xbox version launched just under nine months ago, Switch players…