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After close to 140 hours with it, I think Slay the Spire 2 feels more like a sequel than a DLC, even if Megacrit was…This analysis argues that Slay the Spire 2 feels more like a true sequel than a DLC, despite initial impressions. The author highlights significant changes in ancient relics, enemy design, and overall pacing that differentiate it from the original Slay the Spire. These subtle yet impactful shifts create a more engaging and constructive gameplay experience, leading the author to prefer it over the original.
Slay the Spire 2 devs weren't going to make a sequel, but then the publisher handling the first game's ports…Mega Crit initially did not plan to develop Slay the Spire 2, but the impending closure of Humble Games, the publisher for the first game's console and mobile ports, necessitated a sequel. The studio found it difficult to update the PC version while other platforms were unsupported, leading to the decision to create a new title. Slay the Spire 2 has since justified its existence with new characters and co-op features.
Slay the Spire 2 devs wanted to keep updating the original instead of making a sequel, but then their publisher shut…Mega Crit developers initially preferred to continue updating Slay the Spire rather than create a sequel. However, the shutdown of their publisher, Humble Games, which handled console and mobile ports, created uncertainty for the original game's future. This led Mega Crit to pursue Slay the Spire 2, a project that was ultimately decided by a coin flip.
Google resolves dispute with Epic Games, reduces app store fees to 20%Google has resolved a dispute with Epic Games by reducing its app store fees to 20%. Separately, Good Games Group has launched a new indie publishing label called Balor Games, acquiring the back catalogs of Humble Games and Firestoke Games to support this initiative.
Good Games Group Acquires Humble Games, Now Called Balor Games | Console CreaturesGood Games Group, founded by former Humble Bundle employees, has acquired Humble Games from Ziff Davis and rebranded as Balor Games. The new entity will continue to publish over 60 independent titles, focusing on stability and expanded support for partner studios with a renewed commercial strategy.- Humble Games' former bosses buy the studio's back catalogGood Games Group, led by former Humble Games leaders Alan Patmore and Mark Nash, has acquired the back catalog of over 50 titles from Humble Games, rebranding as Balor Games. This acquisition includes popular indie titles like Slay the Spire and Coral Island, and also encompasses the catalog of Firestoke Games. Balor Games aims to be a developer-friendly publisher focused on "triple-I" gaming.
Ex-Humble Games Heads Buy Back Label and Rename It to Balor GamesFormer Humble Games heads Alan Patmore and Mark Nash have acquired the indie publishing label and rebranded it to Balor Games. The new entity, formerly Good Games Group, has secured the back catalog of Humble Games, including titles like A Hat in Time and Slay the Spire, and aims to become a leading "triple-I" publisher.- Good Games Group acquires Humble Games, rebranded to Balor GamesGood Games Group, a company founded by former Humble Games employees in 2024, has acquired Humble Games. Following the acquisition, the company has been rebranded to Balor Games.
Good Games Group acquires Ziff Davis' publishing business to launch Balor GamesGood Games Group has launched a new publishing label, Balor Games, by acquiring Ziff Davis' publishing business. This move consolidates over 60 indie titles, including Slay the Spire and SIGNALIS, under Balor Games, which aims to provide resources and autonomy to partner studios. Balor Games will also selectively invest in new projects like SCP: 5K while supporting its existing portfolio.
Good Games Group has bought the Humble and Firestoke back catalogues. Now, newly renamed as Balor Games, it wants to invest in triple-IGood Games Group, now rebranded as Balor Games, has acquired the back catalogues of Humble Games and Firestoke, encompassing over 50 titles. Led by Alan Patmore and Mark Nash, the company aims to become a leading 'triple-I' publisher, focusing on high-quality, impactful games and supporting developers across various budget levels.