Across this latest batch of indie releases, familiar ideas take centre stage, but each approaches them from a very different angle. From a cartoon-inspired slice of survival horror and a retro action-platformer to a budget-friendly murder mystery aboard a moving train, these games all build on well-established concepts rather than chasing innovation. Continue reading “Indie roundup: Steamboat Incident, Axel Quest & Murder on the Disorient Express”
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Release roundup: Artificial Extinction 2, Beholgar 2 & Love Chemistry – Sibella’s Formula
Today’s batch of reviews takes players across three very different adventures. From the ambitious genre fusion of Artificial Extinction 2, which blends strategic planning with explosive first-person combat, to the retro-inspired dark fantasy of Beholgar 2 and the quirky platforming experiment of Love Chemistry – Sibella’s Formula, each game approaches familiar ideas from its own unique angle. While these titles may differ greatly in scope and execution, they share a common goal: creating memorable experiences through distinctive mechanics, visual identity, and a willingness to explore ideas beyond the traditional formula. The results are mixed, but each release offers something worth discovering for players looking beyond the biggest names in gaming. Continue reading “Release roundup: Artificial Extinction 2, Beholgar 2 & Love Chemistry – Sibella’s Formula”
Indie roundup: N.E.R.D, Springbot: The Last Spark & A Frog’s Job 2: Froggina
We shine the spotlight on a trio of smaller releases once more, checking out N.E.R.D, Springbot: The Last Spark and A Frog’s Job 2: Froggina in our latest indie roundup. Continue reading “Indie roundup: N.E.R.D, Springbot: The Last Spark & A Frog’s Job 2: Froggina”
Port roundup: Amanda the Adventurer 3, Soccer Kid & 4PGP
Today’s batch of ports for the PS5 arrivals covers a surprisingly broad spectrum, from the conclusion of a modern indie horror trilogy to the revival of a cult football-themed platformer and a retro-inspired racer making the jump from Switch. Whether revisiting the past or extending the reach of more recent releases, each offers a different perspective on what makes a port worth revisiting – and how well those experiences hold up on Sony’s current-generation hardware. Continue reading “Port roundup: Amanda the Adventurer 3, Soccer Kid & 4PGP”
Indie roundup: Nitro City Racing, Midnight Swamp & Chicken Climber
Not every indie release arrives with grand ambitions or sprawling worlds to explore. Sometimes the appeal lies in a focused concept executed on a modest scale, whether that means weaving through dense traffic at breakneck speed, solving puzzles in a mysterious swamp, or repeatedly throwing yourself at a seemingly impossible climb. This latest batch of indie releases covers a surprisingly broad spectrum of experiences, united less by genre than by a commitment to doing one thing well. Continue reading “Indie roundup: Nitro City Racing, Midnight Swamp & Chicken Climber”