Tag: pixel art

Some of the best pixel art indie games that I have curated or ones that just hit you right in the nostalgia with their retro feel.

FOX n FORESTS

developed by Bonus Level Entertainment  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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“A 2D 16-Bit style action platformer with adventure and puzzle elements, empowering you to switch seasons on the fly.”

“You play as Rick the Fox and your weapon is a magic melee crossbow that can not only be used for ranged and close up combat, but empowers you to seamlessly switch between 2 seasons per level, completely changing the whole environment and resulting in amazing secrets, tricky skill tests and thriving exploration.”

Currently has a couple of days left on Kickstarter and is inching towards its final goal.

It reached its goal today. =)

[Back on Kickstarter]  |  [Follow on Steam]

fox n forests title

via PixelProspector

MANDAGON

developed by Blind Sky Studios  |  Platforms:  Windows, Mac

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A child so fragile with bones of clay

A father’s soul proposed a trade

And in your passing a weight is lifted

With nothing cured but only shifted

“A world inspired by Tibetan theology and philosophy. With a focus on life and death, discover what it means to make a true sacrifice.

“Traverse a vivid interpretation of Bardo, the Tibetan word for limbo. Learn what experiences brought you there and what forces pull you through . . .”

[Download for free on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

mandagon

via Made with Unity

Beat Cop

developed by Pixel Crow  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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“A retro, pixel art style adventure in New York, inspired by 80’s cop shows.”

“New York, more like a beast than a city. Explore it’s darkest corners and uncover its secrets as Jack Kelly, a former detective who has been framed for a murder. Degraded and forgotten by old pals, it’s your last chance to find the truth behind this whole terrible mess.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

beat cop

via /r/IndieGaming

GLITCHED

developed by En House Studios  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac

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“A mystery and exploration RPG coming to PC and Mac. The game features traditional turn based combat, with a little bit of spice, but will primarily focus on the story and how you change it. This will be done through the ESSENCE SYSTEM, which will track a player’s personality and morality. After a glitch appears in the world of SOREN, our unexpected hero, Gus, will become aware of you- the player. Experience fourth wall breaking shenanigans while making decisions that will shape this world.”

[Back on Kickstarter]  |  [Follow on Steam]  |  [Download the Demo]

glitched

via /r/gamedev

Long Gone Days

developed by Camila Gormaz & Pablo Videla  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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“A 2D modern-day character-driven RPG that combines elements from visual novels, shooters and dystopian fiction.

“You take the role as a deserter from an unofficial country, located below the surface of the Earth, and must assemble a team of experts from different parts of the world to prevent the imminent war your homeland is trying to start, dealing with language barriers, planning defense strategies, and learning to work as a team.”

The developers are from Chile and are currently running an IndieGoGo campaign in order to fund the development.  There’s a demo available which contains the first 45 min of the game, which you can download here.

[Back on IndieGoGo]  |  [Follow on Steam]  |  [Follow on Tumblr]

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Some of the gifs made from a let’s play by omegaevolution.

via /r/gamedev

Pioneers

developed by Eigen Lenk  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac

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“An atmospheric turn-based exploration/adventure RPG where you lead a party of travellers in search of treasure-rich temples, new tribes and ways to go down in history – ways to go beyond the horizon. To achieve all that you complete quests building up your reputation to become a sought out explorer by kings and commoners alike.”

[Download Alpha on itch.io]  |  [Visit the Website]

pioneers game

via /r/gamedev

VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action

developed by Sukeban Games  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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“A booze em’ up about waifus, technology, and post-dystopia life. Its main mechanic consists in preparing drinks using the available ingredients, but rather than just following an order to advance through the story, it’s up to the player to decide what kind of drink to serve.

“In short, this is about serving the right drink, and you achieve this by paying attention to your client’s rants. Rewards include different events, dialogues and endings.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Buy on itch.io]  |  [Follow on Tumblr]

vA-11 HALL-A

via The Co-optional Podcast

Alwa’s Awakening

developed by Team Alwa  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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“An adventure game made for modern platforms but with the feel and look of a Nintendo 8-bit game.”

“Travel to the land of Alwa and help the people living there awaken from their nightmare… You are Zoe and you have been sent for to help save the land. Equip your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you’ll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses.”

[Vote on Steam Greenlight]  |  [Visit the Website]  |  [Dev log on TIGForums]

via TIGForums

Unsouled

developed by Megusta Games  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac

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A pixel art 2D action game being developed by a one man studio in South Korea.  It’s still really early in development but you can follow the progress on the studio’s Facebook page.   They previously made Pixelo, a logic puzzle game for iOS and Android.

via /r/gamedev