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PAX Aus 2026 wrap up: The Aussie indie devs to watch
PAX Aus 2026 highlighted a diverse range of Australian indie developers showcasing unique titles. Games like Schrodinger's Cat Burglar, On the Hearth, Terramystra, Lorenz Fries, Nuko, Penguin Colony, Brave Cart, Multi-Merge Mayhem, My Arms are Longer Now, Tank Society, and Ranger were featured, with many aiming for PC and Nintendo Switch releases.
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.
"We made a very difficult decision": Australian indie showcase Freeplay reject antisemitism claims after delisting a Jewish sponsor who was allegedly accused of being a "zionist"
The Australian independent games showcase Freeplay has refunded and delisted the sponsorship of developer Wren Brier, citing accusations from an unnamed speaker that she is a "zionist." Brier, who is Jewish and emigrated from Israel as a teenager, denies being a zionist and states the accusation stemmed from her game Unpacking being featured in a Jewish publication. Freeplay claims the decision was difficult and made under time pressure to prevent the event from being cancelled, while rejecting accusations of prejudice, though the event has faced backlash and lost support from the Australian Centre for the Moving Image.
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.
Cosmic horror and sea bird waddling sim Penguin Colony gave me a genAI fright in its release date trailer, but thankfully there's no actual cause for concern
Penguin Colony, a cosmic horror and penguin simulation game from Origame Digital, has announced an October 8th release date. The game, which features RTX and DLSS, uses a tongue-in-cheek trailer to highlight buzzwords like 'genAI' while showcasing its unique blend of Antarctic exploration and Lovecraftian themes. A demo is currently available on Steam.
I've been playing Steam Next Fest demos for over 5 years, and here are the 12 demos you shouldn't miss during…
This guide highlights 12 recommended free demos available during Steam Next Fest, covering a variety of genres and styles. The article provides brief descriptions and developer information for each featured game, encouraging players to try them before the event concludes.
Steam Next Fest June 2026: 25 Of The Best Demos You Can Play Right Now
Steam Next Fest June 2026 is underway, offering over 4,000 game demos to play on PC. This guide highlights 25 of the best new demos available, spanning various genres from survival horror and action RPGs to life simulators and roguelikes. The festival runs until June 22, followed by the Steam Summer Sale.
Penguin Colony's demo shows life as a flightless bird is lonely, scary, awkward, and cosmically intriguing
Penguin Colony, from the developers of Umurangi Generation, offers a unique take on penguin life, blending awkward movement mechanics with cosmic horror and critiques of fascist ideology. The game's demo, available on Steam, showcases the ability to switch between different penguins and features narration by Lenval Brown, setting a disquieting tone for its planned 2026 release.
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.
Round Up: 12 Switch 1 & 2* Games We Played At BitSummit 2026 - Here's What We Thought
BitSummit 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming indie games, many of which are confirmed or aiming for release on Nintendo Switch consoles. Titles like Penguin Colony, Pro Jank Footy, and Vikings on Trampolines were among the highlights, offering diverse gameplay experiences from cosmic horror to chaotic party brawlers.
Penguin Colony Announced as Lovecraftian Narrative Adventure for Switch 2 and PC
Fellow Traveler and Origame Digital have announced Penguin Colony, a Lovecraftian narrative adventure game set in Antarctica, for Nintendo Switch 2 and PC in 2026. Players will explore the region as penguins, uncovering the conflict between two factions and an ancient entity. A playable demo is planned for Summer Game Fest and Steam Next Fest.
The horror beneath the ice has a new witness in ORIGAME DIGITAL’s Penguin Colony
Fellow Traveller announced that ORIGAME DIGITAL's new Lovecraftian narrative experience, Penguin Colony, will launch on PC and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game, from the creator of Umurangi Generation, reimagines Lovecraftian stories from the perspective of a penguin in Antarctica, exploring themes of cosmic horror and ancient beings.
Penguin Colony adds Switch 2 version, published by Fellow Traveller
Fellow Traveller will publish Origame Digital's Lovecraftian narrative adventure game Penguin Colony. A version for the Nintendo Switch has been announced, with further details on the release to follow.
Lovecraftian narrative game Penguin Colony announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Fellow Traveller announced that the Lovecraftian narrative game Penguin Colony, developed by Origame Digital, will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game reimagines Lovecraftian stories from the perspective of a penguin in Antarctica, featuring exploration, environmental storytelling, and distinct penguin characters with unique abilities.
