REVIEWS
Loop Hero – The review: a cycle of chaos and anguish
Developed by the Russian indie studio Four Quarters and published by Devolver Digital, Loop Hero made its debut on March 4, 2021, for PC, then on December 9,…
INDIE GAMES
Independent Video Game Insights & Reviews
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NEWS
Gunboat God – A Stylish and Wild Arcade-Style Boat Shoot ’em Up
Gunboat God is a fast-paced, action-packed 2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up that stands out for its stunning, doodle-like art design. The intriguing contrast between black-and-white characters and the…
SHORT NEWS
Nirvana Noir: The sequel to Genesis Noir Hits Kickstarter Funding Goal
With 14 days left in the crowdfunding period, Feral Cat Den has achieved a significant milestone by hitting the funding goal for their Kickstarter campaign for Nirvana Noir.…
REVIEWS
Little Witch in the Woods – Review: A video game spell for bucolic souls
Little Witch in the Woods, developed by Sunnyside Up and published by Dear Villager, is a magical life simulation game that captivates players with its bucolic charm and…
PREVIEW
Spear Song: a Strategy Game Immersed in Slavic Folklore
This in-development title has already revealed its winning cards. Spear Song promises to establish its uniqueness over time, firmly rooted in tactical RPG traditions while proudly celebrating Slavic…
SHORT NEWS
Layers Deep is fully funded on Kickstarter
After years of hard work and an intense development process, Layers Deep, the upcoming Metroidvania developed by Tall Order Games, has officially achieved its first major and ambitious…
PREVIEW
V Rising, the Preview: A Title to Delight Nostalgia Lovers
V Rising is an excellent indie game, so much so that it's hard to label it as such. The quality of the gameplay and technical aspects give the…
SHORT NEWS
Pipsqueak! – The Metroidvania Starring a Mouse is live on Kickstarter
Australian independent solo developer Daniel Freer, founder and owner of Pond Games, has officially launched the crowdfunding campaign for Pipsqueak!, an adventurous and challenging pixel art Metroidvania starring…
REVIEWS
The Land Beneath Us – Our Review
Strategy, planning and adaptation are the real weapons with which to face The Land Beneath Us. A truly fascinating pixel art roguelite.
NEWS
If you love onions and Metroidvanias, Layers Deep might just be the perfect video game for you
Tall Order Games introduces us to the world of Layers Deep, a cozy 2D Metroidvania where we play as a small and defenseless warrior onion.
REVIEWS
Close To The Sun – The review: In the footsteps of Nikola Tesla
The game makes its storyline its main strength throughout its short but intense duration. Although anyone who has played BioShock will undoubtedly notice the similarities, such as the…
SHORT NEWS
Max Caulfield Returns in Life is Strange: Double Exposure
During an electrifying Xbox Games Showcase, Deck Nine Games and Square Enix officially announced Life is Strange: Double Exposure, the highly anticipated new installment of the beloved and…