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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.
Aftergods Is Taking Survival RPGs Into A World Beyond Ragnarök
Norsfell, the studio behind Tribes of Midgard, has announced Aftergods, a new top-down action-RPG set in a post-Ragnarök world. Players will embody surviving children of the gods, blending survival mechanics, crafting, and mythological exploration across solo and co-op modes. The game will feature influences from various mythologies and is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Putting Together A Game Showcase Means Treating 45 Minutes Like A Puzzle
Evil Empire's co-founder Benjamin Laulan discusses the meticulous process of curating the Triple-I Initiative video game showcases, emphasizing respect for viewer time with a 45-minute, trailer-only format. The initiative focuses on high-quality indie games and aims to be a cornerstone of marketing campaigns, with plans to expand reach and collaborations.
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase Is Getting A Second Event In 2026
The Triple-I Initiative Showcase will return on October 8th with a second event in 2024, following its annual presentation format. This showcase will feature eight world premieres and announcements from various developers and publishers, including Team17, Amanita Design, and Strange Scaffold, with reveals for games like Dave the Diver and Risk of Rain 2. The event, organized by Evil Empire, focuses purely on game trailers.
