Ghost Song First Look Video

Ghost Song First Look Video

Ghost Song by Old Moon is an atmospheric 2D adventure set on the desolate moon of Lorian, where a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Although it is armed and combat-ready, its memory is clear of purpose, so it strikes out beneath the surface in search of answers. Players get to explore winding caverns lit only by bioluminescent flora, battle strange and powerful creatures, and acquire new abilities as they unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets. Check out the video below for a quick look at what awaits in this beautifully illustrated Metroidvania-inspired 2D world

The Spirit and the Mouse First Look Video

The Spirit and the Mouse First Look Video

The Spirit and the Mouse by Alblune and Armor Games Studios is a lush narrative adventure set in the quaint French village of Sainte-et-Claire. Players take control of Lila, a tiny mouse with a big heart, as she gains electrifying new powers and sets out to help the people of the village. Aided by Lumion, the Spirit guardian, players must search every nook and cranny of the world to complete objectives and collect items while assisting those in need. Check out the video below to see The Spirit and the Mouse in action

Loopmancer

Loopmancer

Loopmancer is a fast-paced action game that traps detective Xiang Zixu in a time loop where he is doomed to repeat the same day each time he dies. However, thanks to its rogue-lite elements, Xiang is able to unlock new weapons and skills that make each run a little easier. The hack and slash combat is the highlight of the game, and there are tons of weapons to unlock, while the beautiful visuals don’t hurt either. Unfortunately, the story is filled with cliches, and the frequent cut-scenes suffer from stiff dialogue. Nevertheless, there are plenty of reasons for players to keep looping their way through the game and experience everything it has to offer.

Gameplay: The combat in Loopmancer is fun, and there’s a wide assortment of melee and ranged weapons to dispose of enemies.

Graphics: Loopmancer features stunning looking levels and plenty of variety in terms of enemies and locations.

Sound: Despite decent sound effects, the audio quality and voice acting in Loopmancer are very uneven

Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight

Hollow Knight is an action-packed Metroidvania title with a fascinating and sprawling game world to explore. This world is also inhabited by some of the genre’s strangest and most fascinating enemies and NPCs. Completing the game provides a nice challenge, but players determined to uncover every secret and ending will be surprised to see how much is lurking beneath the cute exterior of Hollow Knight.

Gameplay: Hollow Knight is an absolute blast to play, and there’s so much to see and do that players can easily lose hours in Hallownest.

Graphics: The 2D visuals are charming, and the character designs, as well as unique areas, make for a memorable experience.

Sound: Everything from the haunting soundtrack to the strange language spoken by the bugs is superb

HunterX

HunterX

HunterX is an impressive indie-developed Metroidvania title with a sprawling map and a very skilled devil-hunting protagonist. However, players have their work cut out for them as the game is also filled with vicious enemies and massive bosses that don’t show any mercy. While some players might find the hard-hitting foes a bit frustrating, the game offers plenty of weapons, accessories, skills, and abilities that when mastered makes it easy to turn the tables on enemies. Overall, HunterX doesn’t bring anything drastically new to the genre, but it knows what fans expect and isn’t afraid to challenge them in the process.

Gameplay: The game is tough, but players who take the time to learn all the intricacies it has to offer will find the combat to be very satisfying.

Graphics: The 3D visuals mixed with the 2D gameplay gives HunterX the look and feel of a lost Playstation 2 title and definitely make it stand out from the current crop of titles.

Sound: The game features a memorable soundtrack and great sound effects, but sadly no voice acting

Killer Chambers Special Look Video

Killer Chambers Special Look Video

Killer Chambers by Village Bench is a very hard, claustrophobic, sadistic, but above all, fair platformer. The game challenges players to survive claustrophobic rooms filled with traps until one turn of an hourglass, but one hit is all it takes to lose. Killer Chambers will soon be receiving an update to make it 100% compatible with the Steam Deck, so check out the video below to see the game in action

Aeterna Noctis First Look Video

Aeterna Noctis First Look Video

Aeterna Noctis by Aeternum Game Studious is a challenging 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania title. It features thrilling combat and heart-stopping platform sections as players explore 16 connected areas on a quest to help the King of Darkness regain his powers. Check out the video below for a quick look at what to expect from this action platformer

What Lies in the Multiverse First Look Video

What Lies in the Multiverse First Look Video

What Lies in the Multiverse by Studio Voyager, IguanaBee, and Untold Tales is a story-driven puzzle platformer that sends players on a reality-bending adventure. As players journey across the beautiful pixel-art worlds, they can switch to the unique parallel reality of each one at will to solve puzzles. There’s also a vast cast of quirky characters to meet and a light-hearted story that is not afraid to delve into the darker side of human nature. Check out the video below to see some of the puzzles in action

GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon First Look Video

GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon First Look Video

GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon by Konami Digital Entertainment and GuruGuru is a game that combines intense roguelike hack-and-slash action with a dark fantasy world. It is brought to life through the stroke of traditional Japanese art, and players step into the role of the guardian of the land of the living. Brutal, larger-than-life boss battles, vibrant, dynamic 2D animations, and authentic roguelike action, GetsuFumaDen: Undying Moon is not to be missed. This first look video features the tutorial of the game and some gameplay up until the first epic boss battle

The GAMERamble Team Plays It Takes Two 2-Player Co-Op

The GAMERamble Team Plays It Takes Two 2-Player Co-Op

It Takes Two by Hazelight and Electronic Arts is a genre-bending platform adventure created purely for co-op. Players take control of the clashing couple Cody and May after they are turned into dolls by a magic spell. Trapped in a fantastical world, they have no choice but to work together and face the unpredictable challenges waiting around every corner