Locally Sourced Anthology I: A Space Atlas offers a glimpse into the diverse and dynamic world of indie game development. While it may not provide an infinite number of game concepts, the anthology presents eight experimental titles that showcase the creativity and innovation of different developers. Each game in the anthology explores space in its
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Microsoft recently faced backlash from the US Federal Trade Commission regarding their Game Pass price increase. The FTC claimed that the new pricing structure offered a “degraded” experience to consumers, which was seen as harmful after the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft, however, refuted these claims, stating that the FTC’s letter was misleading and did
The FlatOut series, known for its intense car combat and thrilling racing action, has recently received updates on Steam. With the addition of Workshop support, Steam Deck verified status, improved performance, and re-enabled online multiplayer, fans of the series have a lot to look forward to. FlatOut 2, considered the most beloved of the series,
In the realm of indie games, there is a new contender stepping onto the scene – Placid Plastic Deck: A Quiet Quest. This quirky card battler takes inspiration from beloved series like Pokémon and Inscryption, offering players a unique and whimsical experience unlike any other. The protagonist of A Quiet Quest is Zoi, a pixelated
When delving into the depths of your computer’s folders, what do you discover? Perhaps a plethora of unfinished projects, scattered like forgotten relics of creativity. Tetsuya Nomura, the acclaimed Final Fantasy character designer and Kingdom Hearts director, is no stranger to this phenomenon. In a recent interview with Famitsu, Nomura revealed that he too has
Upon entering the world of Clickolding, players are greeted with a bizarre scene where they are seated on a bed facing a man donning a peculiar mask. The mask, reminiscent of a poorly crafted Easter Island statue mixed with elements of Joe Camel, gazes back at you with unsettling googly eyes. The man instructs you
The allure of the vast, dark expanse of space is matched only by the thrill of getting something for free, and currently, Star Citizen offers both. Cloud Imperium is granting complimentary access to their long-anticipated space simulation game until July 19th, as part of the Foundation Festival. During this limited time period, players can test
The fifth mech jam currently taking place on Itch.io has brought forth a standout game called Armored Shell Nightjar. This first-person pilot-em-up places players in the cockpit of a worn-down mech on a critical mission in an industrial desert planet. The diegetic interface of the game is both captivating and confusing, with various knobs, buttons,
White Owls recently released Death Game Hotel, a VR game that takes a comically gory approach to casino-style card games. This game introduces a unique multiplayer component where players bet their own limbs, raising the stakes in a gruesome yet entertaining manner. The mastermind behind this project is Hidetaka “Swery” Suehiro, known for his unconventional
The portrayal of Kazuma Kiryu in the Yakuza series goes beyond just being a tough mobster. Actor Ryoma Takeuchi, who plays Kiryu in the upcoming Amazon series, delves deep into the character’s psyche. Takeuchi sees Kiryu as a man who is “starved for love,” a character who unconsciously chases after what is missing in his