Category: Indie

Jett Rider, a new indie 2D adventure from Last Chicken Games that’s being published by JanduSoft for all systems including the PlayStation 5, introduces players to Jett, who is on a mission to save the planet Gravos and its inhabitants while navigating a blend of arcade-inspired action and humorous storytelling. Continue reading “Jett Rider review (PS5)”

In the fantasy world of Lil’ Guardsman, players assume the role of Lil, a smart and sassy 12-year-old who unexpectedly finds herself manning the guard shed at the castle gate at the start of an endearing adventure. Developed by Hilltop Studios and published by Versus Evil and tinyBuild, this unique blend of deduction, narrative, and puzzle elements provides a lighthearted take on the usually quite serious genre of border control management games (such as Papers, Please). Released on multiple systems including the PlayStation 5, Lil’ Guardsman’s vibrant narrative and comedic atmosphere add an enjoyable twist to this fantasy adventure. Continue reading “Lil’ Guardsman review (PS5)”

In a criminal underworld where vegetables play the lead roles, Turnip Boy returns. His latest escapade, Turnip Boy Robs a Bank, developed by Snoozy Kazoo and published by Graffiti Games, it out now on PC, Switch and Xbox. The comedic action-adventure takes a turn towards the roguelite genre, offering players a chance to partake in the weirdest bank heist of all time alongside the fearsome Pickled Gang. As you embark on this felonious journey, you’ll engage in a single-player adventures filled with roguelite elements that spice up the action as well as a massive botanical bank to explore and loot. Continue reading “Turnip Boy Robs a Bank review (Xbox)”

With Rising Lords, Nephenthesys and Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic, we’re checking out three recently released indie titles that can all be purchased now at a budget-friendly price points. Here are our reviews. Continue reading “Indie roundup: Rising Lords, Nephenthesys & Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic”

Crumbling, a new VR rogue-like action adventure developed by indie studio Crumbling Games, brings the charm of playing with action figures to life in VR. Set in the abandoned “Crumbles Hobby and Craft Store”, players take control of a Crumbling, an action figure, and embark on a quest to defeat the plastic minions of the evil Böse Corp. The game, available on Meta Quest and other platforms now, blends the nostalgia of opening and playing with action figures with the immersive experience of virtual reality. Continue reading “Crumbling review (Quest)”