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"Thank you, Hades" - Evil Empire on indie game discovery, how Steam early access has changed, and the rise of AI tools
Evil Empire's CEO Thomas Pfeiffer and Head of Business Ben Laulan discuss the studio's growth from supporting Dead Cells to developing Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and The Rogue Prince of Persia. They highlight the success of their Triple-i Initiative for indie game discovery and share insights on collaborations with larger publishers. The pair also express concerns about the impact of AI on the creative process and the meaning of game development.
Triple-i Initiative Showcase had some really incredible announcements - a roundup
The Triple-i Initiative Showcase featured numerous announcements for indie games, including new reveals, release dates, and DLC. Several titles like Alabaster Dawn, Alkahest, and Away Team were highlighted, with many set to enter Early Access or launch in the coming months. The showcase also included updates for existing games such as Barotrauma and Brotato.
A Year Of Unmissable Games At The Triple-i Initiative Showcase - Full Recap Below
The Triple-i Initiative showcase featured announcements for over 40 games, including new reveals, DLC, and release dates. Many of the showcased titles are available as demos or playtests on Steam until April 16. The event highlighted a diverse range of indie games across various genres.
Evil Empire takes over Brotato development, next update detailed
Evil Empire has taken over the development of the popular roguelike Brotato from original developer Blobfish Games, who will now focus on new projects. Evil Empire, known for its work on Dead Cells and The Rogue Prince of Persia, announced the change and teased the upcoming first update for Brotato, which will include a new enemy called The Gobbler. Brotato has sold over 10 million copies across PC, console, and mobile platforms since its 2023 launch.
