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Review by Wildermyth. A masterpiece indie RPG that you missed
Wildermyth is a standout indie RPG that combines party-based mechanics, turn-based tactical combat, and a deep global strategy map. Despite a quiet release and a deliberately low-budget aesthetic, the game offers unique narrative choices and engaging gameplay. Its strengths lie in its emergent storytelling, distinct comic-book art style, and excellent musical score, though its high learning curve and graphics may deter some players.
Best PC Games On Microsoft Store Under 100MB
This article lists five PC games available on the Microsoft Store that are under 100MB, catering to players who prefer low-specification gaming. The games highlighted include Caesars Casino: Free Slot Games, Slither IO, Archery World Tour Legend, Smash Hit, and Slots Era, all offering engaging gameplay within a small file size.
Indiexpo - Free games, every day
Indiexpo, a platform for free indie games, experienced significant server issues at the start of 2022, leading to prolonged downtime and fears of closure. After a failed initial attempt to recover data from a damaged hard drive, a second attempt was successful, allowing the site to be restored and continue operation.
This is the end of 'Kentucky Route Zero'
Kentucky Route Zero concludes with a poignant funeral scene set in a rural Kentucky artists' community. The ending features residents sharing poetry and a song about two individuals referred to as 'The Neighbors' during a sunset ceremony.
Downwell Review: Well? Where? Down!
Downwell is a procedurally generated roguelite action-adventure game developed by Moppin and published by Devolver Digital. Players descend a well, battling monsters with gun boots, collecting gems, and upgrading their abilities. The game features tight platforming, fast-paced action, and a retro aesthetic with an 8-bit graphical interface and chiptune soundtrack.
Game Review: Barbershop Simulator | Shadowfox Games
Barbershop Simulator is a free, downloadable indie game by Shavetastic that offers a humorous and satisfying shaving experience. While the gameplay is enjoyable for a few hours, its replay value is limited once the novelty wears off, despite decent graphics and fitting audio.
Utopian Pig Studio – Indie Game Innovation at its Best | Shadowfox Games
Utopian Pig Studio is launching Pig Pinball, an indie game aiming to innovate the pinball genre with unique modes like missile-shooting turrets, a Breakout hybrid, and a pig farming simulation. An alpha version is available for free, with future updates and the full release planned.
Kingsway Review | Giant Bomb
Kingsway is an RPG that cleverly mimics a Windows '95-style operating system, with game elements presented as draggable windows. Developed by Andrew Morrish, the game features a unique combat system that utilizes pop-up windows for enemy attacks and a permadeath mechanic that encourages replayability with unlockable classes and starting bonuses. While its core novelty may wane halfway through, Kingsway's strong aesthetic commitment and surprising depth offer a compelling experience.
