Category: Indie Games

Hell is Other Demons

developed by Cuddle Monster Games  |  published by Kongregate

“A juicy arcade shooter with bold color schemes and a heavy synthwave soundtrack. Jump into the hooves of a demon out to kill a bunch of other demons as you progress through an extensive campaign and dominate wonderfully over-the-top bosses.  Accumulate an arsenal of powerful weapons and upgrades as you take on varied and brutal challenges.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

via Hardcore Gamer Platforms: Windows, Mac, Switch
Release: Q2 2019

Lethe

developed by Cuatro Monos Games

“A 2.5D platformer in which Alan Zane, a loving husband and father, remembers for the last time his most treasured memories.  Alan is already at an advanced stage of Alzheimer’s disease and will have to fight against the monster within his brain which tries to erase his memories.  Dive into those shattered moments in this original platformer.  Solve mind trick puzzles.  Understand better the struggle of this disease.  Realize the most important; the result of one’s life.”

I usually like to keep posts short on text but I thought this passage from their website was worth a read:

“Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease and it is incurable.  This sentence is devastating but we are trying to show a complex situation from two different points of view.

“While neurodegenerative process affects the victims, their families are extremely touched by the evolution of the disease. Initially, small changes in the behavior of the victim might not be perceived as a huge threat.  However, the disease can not be cured and the symptoms get worse and at some stage the victims start forgetting even their closest family members.

“Meanwhile, what is happening inside the mind of the sufferer is puzzling.  How can the memories of somebody just disappear?  Why do some memories persist and others are deleted? Is the personality of the sufferer affected?

“The game we are developing has a clear message: the victims have a monster in their minds, but they are still able to love and be loved.  The leitmotif of the game is expressed by this conversation:

“Do you know who I am?”

“I don’t, but I know I love you very much”

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via /r/gamedev Platforms: Windows, Mac, PS4
Release: 2020

Taco

developed by PA Games

A super cute SNES platformer where you control an octopus (humoctopus?) and have to collect coins and fish in each level.  The fish are in the possession of what appear to be some innocent kittens until they fly down in their spaceship and start shooting. 😱

The developer loved the Super Famicom growing up and in 2015 decided to learn how to program for one, and so here we are with a brand new SNES game.  There isn’t a release date announced yet but the game is nearing completion with just the box art and ending to finish.

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Platform: SNES (what?!)
Release: TBA

Far Blade

developed by B-Cubed Labs

“A hand crafted (not procedural generated) boss rush adventure.  Explore a mysterious land, battle huge creatures and unravel the meaning behind the journey.  Far Blade uses a specialized technique that generates 3d models with a pixel art style.”

[Early Access on itch.io]

Platform: Windows, Mac, Linux
Release: April 5, 2019

A Short Hike

developed by adamgryu

“Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park.  Follow the marked trails or explore the backcountry as you make your way to the summit.  Along the way, meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and take in the world around you.”

This comes out as part of Humble monthly tomorrow, but will release on Steam and itch.io in the summer. :-)

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Mac
Release: Summer 2019

Nova Drift

developed by Chimeric  |  published by Pixeljam

“A ‘roguelite’ space shooter that melds a classic arcade experience with modern action-RPG elements.  Your ship rapidly evolves as you defeat enemies, allowing you to shape its abilities and weaponry to your desires in a matter of minutes.  Unlike many ARPGs which can absorb hundreds of hours of time, Nova Drift allows you to take a ship build from inception to execution in a single game session.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Mac
Release: March 27, 2019