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Ignoring Valve's Half-Life lessons, Baby Steps dev says trolling players with level design is important, actually
Baby Steps designer Gabe Cuzzillo discussed the game's intentional use of maze-like level design, contrasting it with Valve's Half-Life approach. He argues that intentionally creating confusing paths encourages players to explore the game's boundaries and discover unique solutions, fostering a more engaging experience.
Embracer layoffs, Nintendo's patent problem, and is Baby Steps an Uncharted sequel? - Patch Notes #46
Several game development studios have announced layoffs and closures, including Embracer Group's Eidos Montreal and Ivy Road. Shinji Mikami has founded a new studio, Unbound Inc., with Shift Up. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is performing well at the box office, while Nintendo's patent for a sub-character combat mechanic has been rejected. Rec Room is shutting down due to profitability issues, and VR developer Polyarc has also made layoffs.
Baby Steps Fans Think the Game Might Secretly Be a Fan-made Uncharted 5
Fans of the game Baby Steps have developed a theory that the main character, Nate, is the son of Uncharted's Nathan Drake. Evidence has been presented to support this fan theory, suggesting a secret connection between the two game franchises.
60+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Refreshed Spring Sale (North America/Europe)
The PlayStation Store's Spring Sale is currently active and features over 60 discounted games for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The sale includes a curated list of recommended titles, many of which are at their lowest prices ever, and will run until April 22, 2026.
Last Chance to Buy These 60+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Spring Sale
The PlayStation Store's Spring Sale offers discounts on over 60 PS5 and PS4 games, with deals running until April 22, 2026. This guide highlights recommended titles that have received at least a 7/10 score, many at their lowest prices ever.
Baby Steps' level design was hugely inspired by a custom map in Mirror's Edge and Japanese skateboarder Gou Miyagi: 'All of a sudden I was actually looking at and seeing the space in a way that I hadn't in a single player level in a long time'
The level design of the game Baby Steps was heavily inspired by a custom map in Mirror's Edge and Japanese skateboarder Gou Miyagi. Developer Gabe Cuzzillo explained that the focus was on creating ambiguous spaces that encourage players to find their own paths and experiment with movement.
Baby Steps' designers trolled players by placing stacks of cans at the top of 'plausible' climbing challenges they didn't even bother testing, and players managed to climb them all—except one
Baby Steps' co-creator Gabe Cuzzillo discusses the game's design philosophy, which embraces 'indifference to the player' by including seemingly pointless collectibles and intentionally difficult, untested climbing challenges. While most challenges were eventually overcome by players, one stack of cans proved impossible, leading to creative player attempts and a unique design outcome.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins Game of the Year at Game Developers Choice Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive won Game of the Year at the 26th annual Game Developers Choice Awards, also securing awards for Best Debut, Best Visual Art, Best Audio, and Best Narrative. Other notable winners included Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for Best Technology and Blue Prince for Best Design and the Innovation Award. The Independent Games Festival also announced its winners, with Titanium Court taking home the Seumas McNally Grand Prize.
Expedition 33 Wins Yet Another GOTY--See All The Winners From The 2026 Game Dev Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the big winner at the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards, taking home Game of the Year, Best Visual Art, Best Narrative, Best Audio, and Best Debut. Blue Prince also received multiple awards, including Best Design and Innovation. Don Daglow was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award, and Rebecca Ann Heineman received the Ambassador Award posthumously.
28th Annual IGF Award Winners Revealed
The 28th annual Independent Games Festival (IGF) Award winners have been revealed, celebrating innovative indie titles. Titanium Court won the Seumas McNally Grand Prize, while Poco took home Best Student Game. The ceremony honored excellence in design, visual art, audio, narrative, and audience choice awards.
2026 Game Developers Choice Awards winners announced
The winners for the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards have been announced. Several titles were recognized across various categories, including Best Audio, Best Debut, Best Design, Innovation Award, Best Narrative, Best Technology, Best Visual Art, Social Impact, and Audience Award. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince were among the most nominated games.
Titanium Court wins Seumas McNally Grand Prize at 28th annual IGF awards
The surreal strategy title Titanium Court won the Seumas McNally Grand Prize for Best Independent Game at the 28th annual IGF Awards. Developer AP Thomson also received the award for Excellence in Design for the game. Other winners included Baby Steps, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, and HORSES.
Last Chance to Get These 40+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Dealmania Sale
Sony's Dealmania sale on the PlayStation Store, featuring over 40 discounted PS5 and PS4 games, is ending soon on March 11th. The article highlights recommended titles that have received high scores and are at their lowest prices, including games like Absolum, AI: The Somnium Files, and Blasphemous II.
