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May 7, 2025May 7, 2025

A Psychedelic Journey: Interview with Gabriel Ledoux, Creator of LAVALAMP

LAVALAMP is a unique 3D first-person walking simulator that immediately stands out for its vivid, psychedelic visuals and eccentric storytelling. The game invites players into a surreal world where exploration and ambiance take center stage, weaving a narrative around the quirky mission of helping space lemmings. Developed primarily by Gabriel Ledoux, a music composer turned game developer, LAVALAMP offers a fresh take on the walking simulator genre, blending minimalist mechanics with an explosion of color and sound.
The experience is intentionally offbeat and whimsical, with each room in the game serving as a portal to a new, vibrant dimension. The story is deceptively simple-helping lemmings from space-but the journey is filled with unexpected perspectives, playful interactions, and a soundtrack that elevates the entire adventure. LAVALAMP is a testament to the creative freedom found in indie game development, where limitations can become the foundation for originality and charm.

May 5, 2025

KIBORG: The Last Ticket to Escape

KIBORG, developed by Sobaka Studio, storms onto PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S and One, and PC via Steam on April 30, 2025. This relentless rogue-lite beat ’em up thrusts players into the shoes of Morgan Lee, a wrongly accused convict sentenced to 1,300 years on the galaxy’s most notorious prison planet. The only hope for freedom? Survive and win “The Last Ticket,” a blood-soaked game show broadcast for the entertainment of a dystopian universe.

May 3, 2025May 3, 2025

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge – A Nostalgic Beatdown Done Right

Tribute Games’ TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge is a love letter to retro gaming and an energetic revival of the classic side-scrolling beat-’em-up genre. Drawing heavily from the 1987 cartoon and the beloved arcade titles of the ’90s, the game delivers a fast-paced, vibrant experience that nails the spirit of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles while updating the formula for modern players.

May 3, 2025May 3, 2025

Wizordum: A Spellbinding Retro FPS Journey

Wizordum, developed by Emberheart Games and published by Apogee Entertainment, has officially exited Early Access with the release of its third episode and full 1.0 launch on PC. Priced at $19.99 (with a 15% discount until May 6th, 2025), Wizordum is a modern homage to the classic fantasy shooters of the 1990s, blending retro visuals, intricate level design, and a robust arsenal of magical weaponry into a unique first-person spellcasting experience.

May 2, 2025May 2, 2025

Supercar Collection Simulator Review: Collect, Race, and Trade in Style

Supercar Collection Simulator, developed by indie studio Kiki Games, is making its official debut on Steam Early Access on April 14, 2025. After generating buzz with a free Prologue and a hands-on Steam Demo, the game is now ready to offer players the full experience of building, managing, and racing in their very own supercar store. This title stands out by combining retail management, obsessive collecting, strategic racing, and community-driven features, all wrapped in a charming, colorful package.

April 30, 2025

Out of Hands: Art, Horror, and Healing

Entering the Nightmare: Story and Psychological Depth

Out of Hands is an indie card RPG developed solely by Yang Zeyu, the creative force behind Game River. The game thrusts players into a nightmarish dreamscape, where the protagonist, shattered by the loss of a loved one, must navigate a world that is as eerie as it is emotionally charged. Each step through this surreal landscape is a confrontation with repressed memories and psychological scars, with the narrative constantly shaped by three fragmented states of mind-logic, cryptic intuition, and instinct. These mental voices not only influence the protagonist’s actions but also lead players to question what is real, what is delusion, and what lies in the unspeakable abyss that lurks beneath trauma.

April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Dawn of Ages: Medieval Strategy and Authentic Warfare

Dawn of Ages, developed by Stratosphere Games and published by BoomBit, officially launched on April 28, 2025, for Steam and Epic Games Store, bringing its unique brand of historically grounded medieval strategy to a broader audience. Unlike many strategy games that lean into fantasy, Dawn of Ages is committed to authenticity-eschewing dragons and magic for a focus on real historical empires, weapons, and tactics. This approach sets the stage for a game that challenges players to think and act like true medieval commanders, building empires and leading armies in battles that echo the conflicts of the past.

April 27, 2025April 27, 2025

Rise of Rebellion: Community Feedback, Combat Challenges, and the Road Ahead

A New Challenger Emerges in the Indie RPG Scene

Rise of Rebellion arrives on PC via Steam as a 3D single-player action RPG crafted by solo developer Hytacka and published by Kodansha Game Creators’ Lab. Set in the war-torn town of Tella, players become a Tella warrior-one of a select few attuned to the mystical Tel energy of the earth-tasked with reclaiming their homeland from invaders. The game’s premise is steeped in myth, with dragons once ruling the skies until divine wrath wiped them out, leaving behind a world where faith, earth magic, and swordsmanship collide.

April 26, 2025April 26, 2025

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate – The Definitive Beat ‘Em Up Revival

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate (PBBGU) marks a triumphant return for the cult-classic side-scrolling beat ’em up, now reimagined for modern platforms with a host of technical and gameplay enhancements. Developed and published by Rocket Panda Games, this ambitious remaster leverages the power of Unreal Engine 5 to deliver a visually stunning, mechanically refined, and content-rich experience across all platforms.

A Franchise Reborn

The Phantom Breaker franchise began as a 2D fighting game in 2011, with its beat ’em up spin-off, Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds, debuting in 2013. Over a decade later, Rocket Panda Games has revitalized the series, acquiring the IP and committing to expanding its global reach. PBBGU stands as the most expansive entry yet, combining the nostalgic charm of the original with modern sensibilities and a wealth of new features.

April 25, 2025

Wizdom Academy: Building the Next Generation of Magic.

The world of magical management sims welcomes a fresh contender with Wizdom Academy, developed by the Swiss indie studio Kipwak Studio. Now available in Early Access on Steam, Wizdom Academy invites players to step into the shoes of a headmaster, tasked with not only constructing a sprawling wizarding school but also shaping the destinies of future spellcasters. With its blend of classic builder mechanics, enchanting visuals, and a strong community-driven development approach, Wizdom Academy is already making waves among fans of both simulation and fantasy genres.