Tag: indie
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Brown Dust 2, the somewhat both direct and spiritual successor to the popular Brave 9 / Brown Dust, takes players on a grander journey filled with time travel, world-traveling elements, and captivating narratives.
June 26, 2023 -
Brown Dust 2, the somewhat both direct and spiritual successor to the popular Brave 9 / Brown Dust, takes players on a grander journey filled with time travel, world-traveling elements, and captivating narratives.
June 26, 2023 -
Bright Reappear, a match-three game combined with RPG-style gameplay, was released on June 21, 2023. It is now available on Taptap for $1.99. The question arises: is it worth the price? Is it a steal?
June 26, 2023 - Use the power of candy crush matching to combat monsters| First Impressions - Bright Reappear Review
Bright Reappear is an intriguing fusion of the popular Candy Crush match-three puzzle system and retro-style turn-based RPG gameplay. While these both addicting genres have rarely been combined in the past, this game brings its own unique twists to the table.
June 26, 2023 -
Quasimorph is a mix of classic turn-based roguelike RPG with an extraction twist, where the player's progress and acquired loot depend on their survival in missions.
June 23, 2023 -
Looper Tactics is a turn-based strategy card game infused with roguelike elements, and presents players with a journey through a procedurally generated world of eternal life and death.
June 23, 2023 - A revamped mobile version of the beloved console retro game | Impressions - Neon Abyss: Infinite Review
Neon Abyss: Infinite, the revamped mobile version of the beloved PC and console retro game, brings the addictive gameplay and stylish retro aesthetics to the mobile platform. This adaptation to touch controls is well-executed, providing players with a seamless experience on their mobile devices. Although the game retains its core mechanics and charm, it introduces some changes, including free-to-play elements and gacha mechanics. While Neon Abyss: Infinite shows great promise, it is important to note that the game is in Early Access, and therefore, still requires optimization and improvement.
June 22, 2023 -
Fireball Wizard's retro-inspired pixelated graphics capture the essence of classic arcade games. The art style is charming and meticulously designed, reminiscent of the 8-bit and 16-bit era. The environments are visually distinct, featuring dark castles, gloomy forests, and treacherous caves. The enemy designs are varied, differing in mannerisms, attack patterns, and visual design, showcasing imaginative creatures and challenging bosses that provide both visual appeal and gameplay diversity.
June 22, 2023 -
The Segment Twins introduces players to the twin girls, Matilda and Amanda, whose profession involves hunting down nefarious creatures that closely resemble friendly mushrooms. However, their routine takes an unexpected turn when they fall into a portal and get transported to a mysterious world that exists simultaneously in different places. The story sets up the premise for their segmented journey, where the gameplay mechanics and challenges revolve around these distinct segments. There isn't much emphasis on storytelling, as the game primarily revolves around hack-and-slash action.
June 20, 2023 -
A focus on psychological horror, storytelling, graphics, and immersion | Full Review: Layers of Fear ReviewLayers of Fear (2023) is a psychological horror game that takes players on a chilling journey through the twisted minds of various artists; the painter, the daughter, the musician, and the actor.
June 19, 2023 -
Layers of Fear (2023) is a remake of the original two games plus its DLC introduces a reimagined story, stunning visuals, and a comprehensive package that will captivate fans of the series, while serving as a good entry point for newcomers..
June 19, 2023 -
THE FINALS is a tournament-based game with elimination in an arena setting and looks as if Battlefield, with its amazing graphics, lighting, sound design, and destructible environments, had a baby with Overwatch's teammate-based combat and flashy abilities. This isn't a surprise, as the developer, Embark Studios, was founded by former DICE developers, the creators of the Battlefield games. A closed beta has gone live now on Steam, and players can try and request access.
June 17, 2023 -
Bleak Sword DX Bleak Sword DX is a pixel art soulslike-roguelite that offers an enhanced version of the original game for PC and Switch, following its initial exclusive release on Apple Arcade.
June 12, 2023 - This pixelated Apple Arcade souls-like is now on PC and Switch | First Impressions - Bleak Sword DX Review
In Bleak Sword DX, the protagonist is not the one wielding the titular Bleak Sword; rather, they must seek to destroy the weapon itself. As an unnamed warrior, your task is to lift the curse of the legendary Bleak Sword that has plagued the land for over two hundred years. While the story is not that deep, it serves as a premise and backdrop for the hack-and-slash combat action.
June 12, 2023 -
A highly customizable blend of roguelike and puzzles | Full Review - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon ReviewShovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is a roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle game that serves as a spin-off to the critically acclaimed Shovel Knight series. In this game, players take on the role of the protagonist, Shovel Knight, who becomes trapped within a magical artifact called the Pocket Dungeon.
June 11, 2023 - Dungeon crawler mixed w/ Tetris and Candy Crush? | First Impressions - Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon Review
Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is an engaging and addictive roguelike dungeon crawler puzzle available on Switch, PC, and with a Netflix exclusive port for Android and iOS. It draws inspiration from retro-style 2D platformers of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. With its pixelated art style and charming graphics, the game pays homage to classic video games.
June 11, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker Amnesia: The Bunker, developed by the creators of the popular horror games SOMA, Penumbra, and the Amnesia series, is a first-person horror game that takes players on a gripping journey through the dark and claustrophobic corridors of a World War I bunker.
June 8, 2023 -
Blending elements of trajectory-based launching akin to Angry Birds with turn-based RPG mechanics, Kemono Friends: Kingdom offers a slight spin on a familiar gameplay format and it is coming soon with an Open Beta Test scheduled for June 21!
June 8, 2023 -
Collect animal waifus in this visually impressive gacha game | Full Review - Kemono Friends: Kingdom Reviewlyndonguitar Get Kemono Friends: Kingdom is a gacha mobile game set in a unique world filled with delightful animal Friends. With its engaging storyline, strategic turn-based RPG gameplay, and a diverse roster of charming animal-themed characters, this game promises to offer an enjoyable experience for both fans and newcomers to the Kemono Friends franchise. It is coming soon with an Open Beta Test scheduled for June 21!
June 8, 2023 -
Amnesia: The Bunker offers a chilling and unforgettable first person horror experience through its gripping atmosphere, non-linear gameplay, resource management mechanics, and a dynamic AI-driven monster.
June 8, 2023