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The Complete Inkle Library on Humble: 11 games for $12, plus Heaven's Vault ebook deal
Inkle has partnered with Humble and Breakthrough T1D Play to offer a bundle of 11 of their narrative games for $12, available until July 1. The bundle includes titles like Heaven's Vault, 80 Days, and Steve Jackson's Sorcery!, with a portion of sales supporting type 1 diabetes research. Additionally, four Heaven's Vault ebooks are available in a separate $20 tier.
Inkle's Jon Ingold on why self-publishing is where it's at
Inkle co-founder Jon Ingold argues that self-publishing offers greater freedom and control over intellectual property, despite potential benefits from publishers like marketing and distribution. Ingold highlights Inkle's success with titles like 80 Days and TR-49, emphasizing the ability to experiment with game design and pricing without publisher interference. While acknowledging the marketing advantages publishers can offer, Ingold ultimately advocates for developers to maintain ownership and flexibility.
Inkle co-founder explains how TR-49 broke even in three hours
Inkle co-founder Jon Ingold revealed that their latest game, TR-49, broke even within three hours of its release due to its low price point and minimal budget. He discussed how the studio's financial model, which doesn't factor in founder salaries for individual game budgets, allows for lower pricing. Ingold also mused on changing consumer perceptions of game pricing on platforms like Steam.
PONCLE KEYNOTE LEADS EXPANDED B2B PROGRAMME AT LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL
The London Games Festival has expanded its B2B program, featuring a keynote from Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Survivors. The event includes a two-day Games Finance Market with £247 million in potential investment, a Self-Publishing Toolkit live session, and the first Games For Change London Summit focused on social impact through games. A 'Games meets film' convergence event, Screen Play, will also explore collaborations between creative industries.
"Suck my toes, my darling" - Inkle's book of essays by game writers reveals the secrets behind the worlds we play in
Inkle has published "The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope," a collection of over 100 essays by game writers and narrative designers covering various aspects of the craft. The book features contributions from notable figures like Jordan Mechner and Rhianna Pratchett, offering insights into creating compelling game worlds and narratives. It is structured to be read non-linearly, with essays exploring themes such as player choice, narrative tension, and the challenges faced by creators in the industry.
Switch to get acclaimed eerie codebreaking game TR-49 very soon, and at a nice price
The eerie codebreaking game TR-49 from Inkle will be released on Nintendo Switch on April 7th for $7. Inspired by wartime codebreaking machines like those at Bletchley Park, the game involves scouring a mysterious machine's archive for a lost book. The game received a highly positive review and was Inkle's most successful launch to date.
'Bad ending: now every game is slop': Game developers share mixed reactions to DLSS 5
Nvidia has announced DLSS 5, an AI-driven technology for photorealistic visuals, but reactions from game developers are mixed. While some, like Todd Howard, are impressed with its potential for games like Starfield, many express concerns about it being an "AI slop filter" that could negatively impact artistic direction and character identity. Developers also question its high hardware requirements and the implications of its widespread adoption.
Battlefield 6 takes home Game of the Year at UKIE Video Game Awards 2026
Battlefield 6 was awarded Game of the Year at the UKIE Video Game Awards 2026. The ceremony also saw four industry veterans, including Debbie Bestwick and Jon Ingold, inducted into the UK Games Industry Hall of Fame.
Battlefield 6 takes home Game of the Year at UKIE Video Game Awards 2026
Battlefield 6 was named UK Game of the Year at the UKIE Game Awards 2026, also taking home best PC game. The ceremony also saw four industry veterans inducted into the UK Games Industry Hall of Fame, including Debbie Bestwick and Jon Ingold. Other winners included Atomfall for best console game and PowerWash Simulator for best mobile game.
Book excerpt: The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope
This excerpt discusses the evolution of game writing and narrative design, highlighting how the industry has moved from a peripheral role to a central focus. It emphasizes the diverse approaches and craft involved in modern game storytelling, drawing from various artistic disciplines and featuring contributions from a wide range of industry professionals.
