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Penguin Colony Review
Penguin Colony is a unique cosmic horror game where players control a penguin witnessing events from H.P. Lovecraft's At the Mountains of Madness. Despite some frustrating platforming mechanics and a distracting UI element, the game is praised for its inventive premise, atmospheric environments, and its bold recontextualization of Lovecraft's themes, particularly his racism.
Penguin Colony is not messing around with its statement on the Palestinian genocide, banning sale in Israel and calling out the games industry in-game
Origame Digital's new game, Penguin Colony, directly addresses the ongoing Palestinian genocide and criticizes the gaming industry's silence. The game is not for sale in Israel, a decision supported by publisher Fellow Traveler as a show of solidarity. The developer encourages other studios to take similar stances against complicity.
"This act is intended to demonstrate solidarity with Palestine" - Umurangi Generation studio blocks new game Penguin Colony from being sold in Israel
Origame Digital, the developer of Penguin Colony, has blocked the sale of its new game in Israel as a political statement of solidarity with Palestine. Publisher Fellow Traveller confirmed the decision, stating that developers have the right to control where their games are sold. The game itself features a post-credits scene criticizing Israel's actions.
Penguin Colony review - the least expected Soulslike you'll play, and a cracking parody of Lovecraftian empires
Penguin Colony is a unique Soulslike parody that uses penguins to offer a critical distance from Lovecraftian themes and imperialistic narratives. Developed by Indigenous team Origame Digital, the game playfully subverts genre expectations, including Soulslike elements like boss battles and lore delivery, while featuring janky but charming penguin movement.
Titanium Court heading to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Fellow Traveller and AP Thomson have announced that Titanium Court will be released on October 29, 2026, for both the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The game combines match-3 and tower defense gameplay with surreal writing, featuring runs of seven battles. Play time is estimated between 6 to 30 hours.
1000xResist getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Fellow Traveller and Sunset Visitor announced that the science fiction thriller 1000xResist will receive a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 20, 2026. This version will feature enhanced frame rate and resolution for the definitive experience on the platform, and will be a free upgrade for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
Signet City preview - 80s-inspired sci-fi from the maker of Citizen Sleeper
Gareth Damian Martin, the creator of Citizen Sleeper, has unveiled their next game, Signet City, a first-person sci-fi title inspired by 80s social realism and British culture. The game features a unique art style and mechanics where players control a parasite inhabiting different characters, with gameplay and narrative decisions intrinsically linked. Signet City is slated for a 2027 release.
1000xResist has now been rated for Nintendo Switch 2
The sci-fi adventure game 1000xResist, originally released for the Nintendo Switch, has received an ESRB rating for the Nintendo Switch 2. Publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Sunset Visitor have not yet officially announced a version for the new console, but the rating suggests it may be planned.
Citizen Sleeper and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector rocket onto on Nintendo Switch™ 2
Indie publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Jump Over the Age announced that both Citizen Sleeper and Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector are now available on the Nintendo Switch 2. The narrative RPGs feature 4K resolution, native 60fps, and players who own the original Nintendo Switch versions can upgrade at no additional cost.
Citizen Sleeper creator explains why they're taking a swing with their new RPG
Gareth Damian Martin, creator of Citizen Sleeper, discusses the risks involved in developing their new RPG, Signet City, which features a fungal brain parasite influencing multiple hosts. Martin explains their design philosophy, drawing parallels to their previous games In Other Waters and Citizen Sleeper, and highlights the importance of innovative RPG structures and unique world-building in an industry they feel is lacking in risk-taking.
The interstellar dice-driven RPG Citizen Sleeper is free for the next week, so now you've got no excuse to not play it
The dice-driven science fiction RPG Citizen Sleeper is available for free on the Epic Games Store until June 25th. The game puts players in the role of a digitized consciousness on a space station, navigating themes of identity and capitalism. Lead developer Gareth Damian Martin also announced their next game, Signet City.
Fungalpunk RPG Signet City announced
Publisher Fellow Traveller and developer Jump Over the Age have announced Signet City, a first-person "fungalpunk" RPG. The game is in development for Windows PC, with platforms including Steam, GOG, and Humble Store. Players will embody a parasite in a city facing ecological collapse and strange technologies, influencing the lives of its inhabitants.
Fellow Traveller announces Red Kiss, a seductive vampire spy RPG set in Cold War Berlin
Fellow Traveller and Wispfire have announced Red Kiss, a narrative RPG set in 1980s Berlin. Players will take on the role of a newly turned vampire spy, directing agents and building relationships while undertaking espionage missions. The game features a blend of strategic gameplay, romance, and reactive storytelling, utilizing Live2D animation combined with motion capture.
Spritewrench Announces - Duppy Detective Tashia Launches onto Steam!
Duppy Detective Tashia, a mystery adventure game developed by Glen Henry of Spritewrench Studios, has launched on Steam for PC. The point-and-click title is based on Caribbean folklore and features a murder mystery set in a hidden market populated by spirits. The game's release is accompanied by an original soundtrack composed by Chase Bethea, described as "Caribbean Noir."
Signet City emerges from the PC Gaming Show
Jump Over the Age and Fellow Traveller have revealed Signet City, a first-person narrative RPG inspired by post-punk Britain and fungalpunk themes. Developed by Gareth Damian Martin, the game features a parasite inhabiting human minds in a declining coastal city and is set for release on PC via Steam.
Citizen Sleeper creator announces first-person ‘fungalpunk’ RPG Signet City for PC
Jump Over the Age, the developer behind Citizen Sleeper, has announced Signet City, a new first-person "fungalpunk" RPG. The game is set to release on PC via Steam, GOG, and Humble Store, though a specific release date has not yet been announced. Signet City is described as a dark dream of the 1980s, inspired by the UK's industrial cities and featuring a unique monochrome art style.
Citizen Sleeper dev's next game looks nothing like it, and that's what makes me so excited
Signet City, the next game from Citizen Sleeper developer Jump Over the Age, is an RPG set in a fungus-infected British city, distinct from its predecessor's space station setting. Directed by Gareth Damian Martin, the game features a hand-drawn art style and explores themes of anti-capitalism and poor living conditions, with its world premiere trailer shown at the PC Gaming Show.
Cosmic horror adventure Penguin Colony reveals Switch 2 port, new publisher
Fellow Traveller has taken over publishing duties for Origame Digital's cosmic horror adventure game, Penguin Colony. The game is slated for a 2026 release on PC and a new Nintendo Switch console, featuring a unique Lovecraftian narrative from the perspective of a penguin in Antarctica.
Surreal narrative match-3 game Titanium Court has sold over 25,000 copies, giving designer AP Thomson enough time to peacefully work on his next game
The surreal narrative match-3 game Titanium Court has sold over 25,000 copies on PC, exceeding expectations for designer AP Thomson and publisher Fellow Traveller. This success provides Thomson with the financial runway to develop his next game at his own pace. The article also touches on Recreate Games cancelling an AI video competition for Party Animals due to community backlash.
