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Crushed In Time interview with director Pascal Cammisotto
Pascal Cammisotto, director at Draw Me a Pixel, discusses the upcoming adventure game Crushed In Time, which stars Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson trapped within a failed video game. The game features a unique stretch-and-pull mechanic and meta-narrative elements inspired by the developers' previous title, There Is No Game. Crushed In Time is set to release on PC in June, with Nintendo Switch and mobile versions planned for later in the year.
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire Drops Out of Nowhere — Indie Detective Games Are Having a Moment
MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has been released with minimal fanfare, highlighting a current trend of successful indie detective games. Titles like Disco Elysium and Paradise Killer have paved the way, demonstrating a strong player appetite for well-written mysteries and engaging puzzle-solving experiences. This release arrives at a time when players are seeking unique narratives over mainstream trends like battle royales and live service games.
Review: Poker Night at the Inventory (Nintendo Switch)
Poker Night at the Inventory, a remaster of the 2010 Telltale Games title, has been released on Nintendo Switch by Skunkape Games. The game features Texas Hold'em poker with iconic characters like The Heavy, Tycho, Max, and Strong Bad, whose banter elevates the experience. Despite its modest focus and limited gameplay variations, the remaster offers improved visuals and charming personality for its budget price.
Review - Poker Night at the Inventory (Switch) | WayTooManyGames
Skunkape has delivered an excellent remaster of Poker Night at the Inventory for the Nintendo Switch, featuring improved visuals, tweaked AI, and full gamepad support. The game brings together iconic characters like Max, Strong Bad, Tycho Brahe, and the Heavy for poker matches.
Poker Night at the Inventory Review Alternative Magazine Online
Skunkape Games has released an excellent remastered version of Poker Night at the Inventory, featuring improved visuals, tweaked AI, and full gamepad support. The game brings together characters like Max from Sam & Max, Strong Bad, Tycho Brahe from Penny Arcade, and The Heavy from Team Fortress 2 for a poker showdown.
Poker Night at the Inventory Review – Alternative Magazine Online
Skunkape Games has remastered Poker Night at the Inventory, enhancing its visuals, AI, and adding gamepad support. The game features characters like Max from Sam & Max, Strong Bad from Homestar Runner, Tycho Brahe from Penny Arcade, and the Heavy from Team Fortress 2.
Coming Out in gaming this week — March 2, 2026
This article highlights new game releases scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026. Notable titles include Scott Pilgrim EX, Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered, Slay the Spire 2, and Marathon, launching across various platforms like PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Poker Night at the Inventory Remastered plays a winning hand
Skunkape Games, comprised of former Telltale employees, has released a remaster of Poker Night at the Inventory, originally launched in 2010. This updated version features improved poker logic, enhanced visuals with higher-resolution character models, and the return of collectible items for Team Fortress 2. The game maintains its core appeal of character interactions and humor, making it a solid choice for poker fans and those familiar with its iconic cast.
Poker Night at the Inventory is back with upgraded visuals and updated poker logic
The cult classic card game Poker Night at the Inventory has been remastered and re-released by Skunkape Games on Steam, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch for $9.99. This updated version features rebuilt character models, improved animations, and reworked poker logic for a more accurate Texas Hold'em simulation. New customization options for table chatter and stakes have also been added.
RETURN OF THE TENTACLE - Play the unofficial sequel of Day of the Tentacle for FREE!
The independent German studio Catmic has released "Return of the Tentacle Prologue," an unofficial free fan-made sequel to Day of the Tentacle, developed in the Unity engine. The prologue continues the story two years after the original game, featuring the original characters Bernard, Hoagie, and Laverne, and aims to recapture the witty humor and cartoonish art style.
Poker Night at the Inventory (PS4) Review: Hilarious Poker Game Returns
Poker Night at the Inventory, originally released 15 years ago, has been remastered by Skunkape Games for PlayStation 4. The game features a humorous crossover with characters from Penny Arcade, Homestar Runner, Team Fortress 2, and Sam & Max playing underground poker. This remaster offers improved poker accuracy, enhanced visuals, and retains the original's witty charm, though some jokes can become repetitive.
Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons - Present Perfect Gaming
This review examines Commander Keen in Invasion of the Vorticons, a 1990 platformer developed by Ideas from the Deep. Despite the author's general aversion to platformers due to their difficulty, Commander Keen is praised for its engaging level design, varied enemies, and non-linear progression, offering a more accessible experience than many contemporaries.
