Category: Indie Games

Koral

developed by Carlos Coronado

“A love letter to the ocean.  Dive into the beautiful underwater world as a sea current.  Solve puzzles to bring back to life coral reefs and spread the beauty of the oceans in different sea ecosystems.”

“The game was developed on a sailship in a pristine marine reserve in Northern Catalonia called Cap De Creus.”

I’m not sure if anyone following me has realized that I have a bit of an ocean obsession >.< Koral has done such a great job with the visuals it was difficult to cut the footage to an appropriate length.  Look out for a making of video by the developer that talks about the inspiration for the game and goes over some of the development process during the boat trip.  It releases the same day as the game but I got to take an early peek at it and it was quite interesting. :-)

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Nintendo eShop]

via /r/IndieGaming Platforms: Windows, Switch
Release: May 16, 2019

BATTLLOON

developed by noname studio

A 2-4 local multiplayer game where you are a balloon expelling air in order to force your opponents into the spikes on the wall.  There are six different characters (including an octopus!) that you can choose from to look cute while you blow up your friends.  After you die you can still fly around and shove the person you love the most into the spikes. :)

[Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Switch
Release: TBA

Lunafon: Tales of the Moon Oak

developed by Ddraig House Game Studio

“A hand-painted and traditionally animated 2D adventure, enchantingly inspired by our Welsh culture and folklore.

​”The game takes place across two lands; Lunafon, the land of the Moon, and Annwn, the land of the Sun.  It follows the journey of our main character, Lunie, through these lands after the magic of Lunafon starts to die.  An army of deadly Broga have swept through Lunafon and stolen the Moon Lantern, taking it back to Annwn to the Withered King, Arawn.  Lunie must travel through her land to the sunken Halls of Cynddylan, where the barrier between the two worlds opens.”

[Back on Kickstarter]  |  [Visit the Website]

via Mary Morgan Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
Release: 2020

Snakeybus

developed by Stovetop Studios

“A casual arcade game that requires a balance between reflexes and forethought. Weave through the city streets and pick up as many passengers as you can. Drop your passengers at their destinations to cash in. The more people you drop off, the more your bus grows in length. Play smart and avoid crashing into yourself!”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

via PixelProspectorPlatforms: Windows, Mac
Release: May 10, 2019

A Window of Low Poly Art

  • The Last Campfire – Find meaning as a lost ember traveling through a dangerous wilderness.
  • Omno – Explore an ancient world of wonders filled with strange creatures.
  • Stranded Sails – Embark on an open world farming adventure after being shipwrecked on a remote island.
  • Sayri Adventure – A relaxing adventure about trying to find a new home on an unknown planet.

I’ve started accumulating a bunch of low poly art style games so I put together some of my favorites above and if you’d like to see the full collection you can go to the tag (or keep scrolling if you’re already here).

A Place for the Unwilling

developed by ALPixel Games

“A branching narrative adventure set in the final 21 days of a dying city.

“Every decision you make will shape your surroundings, and the city’s fate.  However, the clock is ticking – and the city carries on, with or without you.  Speak to everyone from eerie politicians to chain-smoking child anarchists.  Work as a trader, socialise, explore the town freely, and play a role in the city’s hierarchy.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Mac
Release: 2019

The Swords of Ditto: Mormo’s Curse

developed by onebitbeyond  |  published by Devolver Digital

“A roguelite action RPG that creates a unique adventure for each new hero of legend in the relentless fight against the evil Mormo. Explore a delightful but dangerous overworld, brave menacing dungeons, and improve your hero in a charming village, during your quest to overcome the evil that plagues the island.”

“With new areas to explore, new Toys of Legend to find, no more permadeath (unless you want it), and many new features, Mormo’s Curse takes the original release of The Swords of Ditto and reworks it in every way imaginable.”

[Buy on Steam]

Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Switch
Release: May 2, 2019