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We talk Virtue and a Sledgehammer with Deconstructeam
Deconstructeam's Jordi and Paula discuss their upcoming game, Virtue and a Sledgehammer, highlighting its shift to 3D environments using Unreal Engine and its unique destruction-based gameplay. The interview explores the game's narrative focus on feeling like an outsider and its emotional depth, drawing parallels to the queer experience.
Virtue and a Sledgehammer will begin battering down the walls and android ghosts of a hometown filled with emotional memories this October
Deconstructeam announced that their new game, Virtue and a Sledgehammer, will be released on October 27th. The game, described as being about family, traditions, and being a misfit, involves revisiting a hometown to deal with trauma and emotional memories. A demo is available on Steam, and the developers warn the full game may be emotionally draining.
Inside the Rise of Cozy Horror Games
Cozy horror games blend atmospheric suspense and manageable dread with accessible gameplay and artistic presentation, creating a unique and inviting experience. Titles like Oxenfree, Little Nightmares, and Cult of the Lamb exemplify this trend, prioritizing mood and storytelling over constant threats. This subgenre's growing popularity, particularly among indie developers, suggests a broader player desire for horror that emphasizes ambience and narrative depth.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 24: PlayStation & Xbox Summer Sales continue
The PlayStation Summer Sale and Xbox Ultimate Game Sale are ongoing, offering discounts on a wide range of titles for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The Nintendo eShop also features deals, including a sale on Balatro for the Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games.
Bleak, disquieting action game Virtue and a Sledgehammer blends family heartbreak with stout wall-smashing in its new demo
The new demo for Deconstructeam's upcoming action game Virtue and a Sledgehammer is now available. The game blends themes of family heartbreak with satisfying wall-smashing mechanics, exploring a protagonist's return to her hometown filled with android copies. The demo offers a glimpse into the narrative involving a dysfunctional family dynamic and the town's cyberization.
The Steam Controller's trackpads could be massive for helping me make a dent in my city-building, cozy gaming…
The author explores how the Steam Controller's trackpads could enhance the experience of playing PC city-building and management simulation games on a couch. While many such games are designed for mouse and keyboard, the Steam Controller's hybrid input aims to bridge this gap, offering a more comfortable and intuitive way to play titles like Planet Coaster and The Red Strings Club.
