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How Pantaloon is curating an "evolving library of bold and bizarre games" with its new subscription service
Pantaloon has launched the Playbill, a new subscription service offering an evolving library of bold and bizarre indie games, inspired by the Criterion Collection. Co-founder Jamin Smith aims to foster a curated community, differentiating it from larger services like Xbox Game Pass and Apple Arcade by maintaining a leaner selection. The service includes 14 launch titles, exclusive demos, and prototypes, with partner games rotating based on subscriber numbers.
Inner Pocket Publishing is "building a quiet corner for people who love thoughtful single-player games"
A new indie label, Inner Pocket Publishing, has been established by industry veterans from Critical Reflex, Gaijin Entertainment, and Nozomu Games. The company aims to focus on a curated selection of thoughtful single-player games, adopting a publisher-as-curator model rather than a generalist approach. Inner Pocket is self-funded and plans to invest up to $75,000 per project, seeking smaller games or those nearing completion.
