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Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 2 hereSummer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The event features speedrunners tackling various games, with a detailed schedule provided for Day 2, including titles like Dragon Quest 11, Super Mario Odyssey, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart across multiple platforms.
Bekah Saltsman breaks down indie marketing essentialsFinji CEO Bekah Saltsman discusses essential indie marketing strategies in a new GDC Side Quest podcast episode. Saltsman, a strong advocate for indie self-advocacy, emphasizes the importance of developers taking their marketing and business needs seriously.
Third-Person Action-Adventure Usual June Drops a Demo on SteamUsual June, an upcoming third-person action-adventure game from developer and publisher Finji, has released a demo on Steam. The game follows a teenager named June who uncovers supernatural secrets and battles spectral monsters in the fictional town of Fen Harbor to prevent a catastrophe. It features flexible combat, witty characters, and a story balancing horror, comedy, and heartfelt moments, with a planned launch in 2026.
FINJI’s 868-BACK launches on May 28thFINJI and Michael Brough announced that the computer-hacking strategy roguelike game 868-BACK will launch for PC on May 28th. The game challenges players to hack servers and steal data from corporations, with a soundtrack by Tara Macalister. FINJI, founded by Adam and Rebekah Saltsman, is also known for publishing games like Tunic and Chicory.- 7 purrfect games for cat loversThis article highlights seven video games that cater to cat lovers, featuring titles where players can interact with, care for, or even embody feline characters. Games like Crimson Desert and Assassin's Creed: Shadows offer extensive cat mechanics, while Stray allows players to become a cat in a cyberpunk world. Other titles such as The Talos Principle, Road to Vostok, Cattails: A Wildwood Story, and Night In The Woods also incorporate cats in unique and heartwarming ways.
Finding inspiration and a bit of hope in CorgiSpaceFinji's Adam Saltsman presented his 'CorgiSpace' manifesto at GDC, advocating for making small, joyful games with short development cycles. The philosophy emphasizes separating core ideas from rigid formulas and working with the natural flow of tools to create experiences that are 'easy, but not obvious.' This approach has proven rejuvenating for developers, offering a sustainable way to create meaningful work amidst industry challenges.
An indie asking for $250,000 is 'a drop in the bucket' says Tunic's publisher, but indies are in a 'survival' era because companies think that 'isn't profitable enough' to fundFinji CEO Rebekah Saltsman describes the current era for indie games as 'survival,' stating that companies are hesitant to fund projects that aren't highly profitable. She argues that this focus on massive returns overlooks mid-tier games that could significantly impact the industry and change developers' lives. Saltsman emphasizes the publisher's goal of ensuring developers can make enough profit to create future games.
'You would not believe the number of AI games in our inbox' says Tunic's publisher 'I am tired of…Finji CEO Rebekah Saltsman expresses frustration with the increasing number of game pitches, resumes, and even game concepts that heavily utilize generative AI. She states the company will not incorporate AI into its own games due to copyright and ethical concerns, preferring to focus on traditional development methods.
Four years ago, Tunic had a transformative effect on me - now it's getting a Switch 2 upgrade, you really must play itDeveloper Finji announced that the acclaimed adventure game Tunic is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. The game, known for its intricate puzzle design and unique in-game instruction manual, is celebrated for its Zelda-inspired exploration and challenging combat. The announcement was made on the game's fourth birthday, with no specific release date provided yet.
Tunic to get Nintendo Switch 2 update soonFinji announced that the acclaimed indie game Tunic will receive an update for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game's creator stated on X that the update is currently in development and encouraged fans to stay tuned for more information.
Brilliant And Brutal Puzzle Adventure Tunic Is Getting A Switch 2 UpdatePublisher Finji announced that the puzzle adventure game Tunic will receive an update for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While no release date was provided, the team is actively working on the update. The original game was praised for its challenging combat and Zelda-inspired exploration.
Tiktok refuses to axe racist AI-generated ads for Finji gamesDeveloper and publisher Finji is facing a situation where TikTok is refusing to remove racist and sexist AI-generated advertisements for its games, despite the company not producing them. CEO Bekah Saltsman reported that TikTok's customer support acknowledged the issue but ultimately refused to take action, leading Finji to cease advertising on the platform.
Night in the Woods publisher Finji accuses TikTok of creating "racist, sexist" and uneditable GenAI ads for its gamesIndie publisher Finji has accused TikTok of creating unauthorized, racist, sexist, and sexualized AI-generated advertisements for its games, including the upcoming Usual June. Finji claims they are unable to view or edit these ads and that TikTok's support team has been unhelpful in resolving the issue, despite acknowledging the unauthorized use of AI and misrepresentation of their characters.
Night in the Woods, Tunic Publisher Finji Slams Unauthorized "Racist" TikTok Gen AI AdsFinji, the publisher of games like Tunic and Night in the Woods, has accused TikTok of running unauthorized and allegedly racist and sexist generative AI advertisements for its titles. Despite Finji opting out of TikTok's ad remix program, the company claims these ads appeared, and their attempts to resolve the issue with TikTok's support have been met with dismissiveness and deflection.- Best Cozy Games To Cuddle Up With In 2026This guide highlights the best cozy games available in 2026, focusing on titles that offer comfort and escapism through farming, creativity, and social simulation. The list includes popular games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Stardew Valley, alongside indie gems such as Thrifty Business and Tiny Bookshop, catering to various preferences within the cozy genre.