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Bubble Ghost Remake Demo Pops Onto Steam

20Nov

By PaulNo Comments

Bubble Ghost Remake Demo Pops Onto Steam

The gap between video game remakes and remasters compared to their original counterparts is simultaneously shortening and widening. On the one hand, we have The Last of Us 2 getting a remaster 3 and a half years after initial release. On the other, we have Bubble Ghost which is getting a remake after a whopping 37 years. Originally released on the Atari 1040 ST, with versions on other consoles including a 1990 GameBoy version, Bubble Ghost Remake is coming soon to Steam, Nintendo Switch, and Epic Games Store. Bubble Ghost Remake Demo Available Now Publisher Selecta Play and developer Nakama Game Studio are also excited to reveal that Bubble Ghost Remake is getting a demo on Steam and Nintendo Switch. Based on the nostalgic platformers first released on consoles like the Commodore 64 ...

15Nov

By MalNo Comments

PC Reviews

Beta MAX – PC Review

Beta MAX is an upcoming first person puzzle platformer, Developed by Nexcide and published by The Game Publisher. I got a chance to play through the game prior to its release on the 22nd November 2024. There is a small demo available now should you wish to try it out before then. BE KIND - RELAX AND UNWIND I'm a big fan of these kind of puzzle games with interesting mechanics. This game is challenging enough to have you scratching your head and thinking abstractly to complete levels. This game is a spiritual successor to games such as Portal, Viewfinder, The Talos Principal among others. Are you are fan of this kind of games? If so, leave a comment below with your favourites! Gameplay In Beta MAX you play as a teenage boy called Max. The game starts in Max's bedroom and judging by ...

13Nov

By KatNo Comments

PC Reviews

Mindcop – PC Review

Mindcop is a "whodunnit" detective game developed by Andre Gareis and published by Dear Villagers. Available on Steam from the 14th of November, Mindcop brings a whole new way of putting yourself into the mind of others while solving crime! Playing a simple yet addicting tile matching game to access someone's inner thoughts has never looked more appealing. You have 5 days to solve a crime and murder of an innocent woman. Question folk and intrude on their utmost dreams and fears. Will you solve the murder or go down the wrong path entirely? Guess there was too much on her mind for a chat? Accessibility and Tutorials The gameplay in Mindcop may seem quite overwhelming at first due to the amount of mechanics but don't worry, Mindcop holds your hand in just the right and loving way. The ...

13Nov

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Great God Grove – PC Review

Great God Grove is a puzzler game launching in 15th November. The game will be available on on Steam, Xbox, and Switch. It was developed by LimboLane and published alongside Fellow Traveller. Imagine being a divine postie tasked with stopping the apocalypse while handling the gods. Armed with the Megapon, you'll use sentences to help avoid full-on world collapse. It's a wacky, beautifully crafted adventure that piqued my interest with its mix of quirky art and dry humour. Great God Grove: So I guess you can call me Hermes It's time to put on your postman hat. You'll occasionally see a cat, speak to the Gods, and save the world from disaster. Be sure to let us know in the comments below what you look most forward to in Great God Grove. Gameplay Once in a generation, the gods...

11Nov

By FinchNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Ballionaire – PC Demo Preview

It's not surprising that indie game devs can create experiences that delight us consistently. Many indie projects in recent years have been a direct result of game jams during the pandemic years. However, what does surprise me is the growing genre of rogue-like score attack games that take influence from casinos. Ballionaire, created by newojbect and published by Raw Fury, aims to be one of the most cartoonish and fun in this emerging genre. The House always wins Vampire Survivors famously draws its repeatable gameplay loop and old-school graphics from casino psychology. We've seen Balatro and Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers bring poker and blackjack off the table and onto Steam Deck. Ballionaire adds penny drop machines/pachinko to the list, being self-described as a "fast-paced, kin...

8Nov

By Jordan RookerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Moon Mystery – PC Review

Moon Mystery is a sci-fi adventure FPS available now for PC by indie developer Cosmoscouts. It is a steady mix of gunplay, puzzles, and exploration across more than just a moon. Published by indie.io (HumanitZ, Coromon) and successfully backed via Kickstarter in May of 2023, you can pick it up over on Steam today. There are also plans for it to be available via GOG at a later date. That's no Moon! With a title like Moon Mystery, one expects to spend a fair amount of time on the moon. I'm here to inform you that in this game, that is not the case. Are there any games that come to your mind when thinking how a simple title held a larger world than you expected within? I'd have to say this is definitely one of them for me. Gameplay In Moon Mystery, you set out to discover a way back home ...

7Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

PC Reviews

Death of the Reprobate – PC Review

Death of the Reprobate is the follow up game to The Procession to Calvary from solo indie developer Joe Richardson, and the final game within the Immortal John Triptych. Those unfamiliar with Richardson's work and who love Monty Python style humour really should rectify this immediately. And yes I am saying this because I am biased! The games are literal works of art. Renaissance art to be precise. However, if you're of a sensitive disposition this is not the review, nor game for you. Nudity, Vulgarity and Renaissance Artwork I have been a fan of Joe Richardson's works since I stumbled upon The Procession To Calvary during the good old Covid lockdowns of 2020. With nothing to do aside staying in my house working and parenting a toddler, I slowly lost my mind. Giving me the perfect mindse...

6Nov

By PaulNo Comments

PC Reviews

Wilmot Works It Out – PC Review

When Wilmot Works It Out was announced in August 2024, it was a pleasant surprise. I've played a few great games from both Finji and Hollow Ponds, so I expect a quality offering when either is involved in a game. I thoroughly enjoyed Wilmot's Warehouse and am excited to return to his world. This time we join Wilmot outside of his day job. When taking a break from being the world's greatest warehouse organiser, Wilmot likes to unwind by organising puzzles - talk about a busman's holiday. Come For The Puzzles, Stay For The Vibes Subscriptions are everywhere. Hello Fresh this, Loot Crate that. Even Wilmot's alternate version of the UK can't escape them. Wilmot himself is a proud member of the Puzzle Club; a bi-weekly puzzle subscription delivered straight to his door. As Wilmot, it ...

4Nov

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Amanda The Adventurer 2 – PC Review

Developed by MANGLEDmaw Games and produced by DreadXP, Amanda the Adventurer 2 picks up where its predecessor left off. Taking players on a chilling adventure that blends nostalgic cartoon elements with a deeply unsettling narrative. Available on Steam now, this time, we follow Riley Park, who ventures to the Kensdale Public Library. Amanda the Adventurer 2, she definitely won't hurt you. Every now and then, a game comes along that taps into your inner child – only to terrify it. Amanda the Adventurer 2 lures you in with a vibe reminiscent of shows like Dora the Explorer or Blue’s Clues. But this is no kid's show; things quickly turn sinister. You’re left with a series of puzzles, and a glimpse into Amanda’s unsettling world that keeps you on edge. See if you’re up for the challenge – an...

1Nov

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

PC Reviews

The Night Is Grey – PC Review

Alone in a forest and surrounded by wolves, Graham stumbles upon an abandoned home and a young girl. They need each other to survive the night and make it back to civilisation. Reminiscent of a psychological thriller, The Night is Grey is a point-and-click adventure game from Whalestork Interactive. Currently available on Steam, you can grab The Night is Grey for £13.99 Do I want to go down the scary cave or face a pack of wolves? Gameplay Upon starting The Night is Grey, you find yourself in the middle of the woods surrounded by wolves. After a quick escape, Graham finds himself at an old wooden lodge where he meets a young girl named Hannah. Abandoned by her mother, Graham feels it is necessary to lead this girl to safety, hoping to take her to her grandparents where they will h...