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

House Party First Look Video

House Party First Look Video

House Party by Eek! Games is an edgy comedy-adventure inspired by classic comedies of the ’90s. It is set in one big house packed with choices as players get to know the eccentric partygoers and navigate their way through the night. Even the simplest choices can impact the game in different ways, and players will see something new or different every time they play. House Party recently received a full release after being in Steam Early Access, so watch the video below to see the game in action

Stray First Look Video

Stray First Look Video

Stray by BlueTwelve Studio and Annapurna Interactive sees players helping a stray cat escape from a long-forgotten city. Players get to experience the world through the eyes of a cat as they roam their surroundings, interact with the environment and defend against unforeseen threats. Check out the video below to see the game’s opening moments in action

Toilet Chronicles First Look Video

Toilet Chronicles First Look Video

Toilet Chronicles by Madi Abdykarimov and Bomi Games is a first-person horror comedy with a mystical setting. The game traps players in a public bathroom and then challenges them to find a way out with the help of their toilet neighbor. Toilet Chronicles promises multiple endings, strange dialogues as well as outdated memes as players solve puzzles and try to escape. Check out the video below for a quick look at the game and two of the twelve endings

Fishing Paradiso

Fishing Paradiso

Fishing Paradiso is a simple and relaxing fishing RPG that is very narrative-driven, thanks to a large cast of charming characters. The game is set in heaven, so the storyline is a little strange, to say the least, but catching over 100 different types of fish while customizing your house and learning more about the other characters is a lot of fun. Fishing Paradiso also packs a surprising amount of content beneath its 2D pixel art visuals and comes highly recommended.

Gameplay: Simple to pick up and play, but catching all the fish, unlocking new areas, and learning more about the NPCs is a lot of fun.

Graphics: The 2D pixel art visuals are charming, and the whole game has a vibrant look that quickly draws players in.

Sound: Although it lacks voice acting, the game features an upbeat soundtrack with an assortment of great tunes

Escape Academy First Look Video

Escape Academy First Look Video

Escape Academy by Coin Crew Games, iam8bit, and Skybound Game is a game where players train to become the ultimate Escapists. The game can be played in single-player or co-op with a friend while taking on over a dozen masterfully hand-crafted rooms. While exploring the campus of Escape Academy, players will get to know the faculty, solve puzzles, hack servers and brew the perfect cup of tea. Check out the video below to see some of the first rooms in action

Loopmancer First Look Video

Loopmancer First Look Video

Loopmancer by eBrain Studio and Xu is a 3D platformer rogue-lite action game set in a cyberpunk universe. Players step into the role of Xiang Zixu, a brilliant private eye who is killed while investigating the disappearance of a famous journalist. However, death is not the end for Xiang as he awakens back in his apartment and begins a new loop after dying. Loopmancer features seven finely-crafted large stages, over 30 enemies with unique behavior patterns, and a large selection of weapons, skills, and tech items to unlock. Check out the video below to see the opening moments of this stylish game in action

The Tale of Bistun First Look Video

The Tale of Bistun First Look Video

The Tale of Bistun by Black Cube Games and IMGN.PRO is a story-driven action-adventure game inspired by the famous Persian tragic romance “Khosrow and Shirin.” The protagonist is a stone carver who wakes up on MOunt Bistun with no memories. However, an insidious blight has spread, bringing with it mythical enemies that players have to battle while traveling between the real world and an ethereal place of forgotten memories. Check out the video below to see the game’s opening moments in action

Ruggnar First Look Video

Ruggnar First Look Video

Ruggnar by Sword N’ Wands and PID Games is a platformer without any enemies. Instead, players must be wary of the many traps that are hidden in the darkness. This adventure sees a dwarf named Rugnar explore gloomy places to find treasure while armed with only his bag and a few candles. Check out the video below to see the game in action

Deer Journey First Look Video

Deer Journey First Look Video

Deer Journey by Pablo Picazo is a third-person walking simulator game starring a young fawn born partially albino. Due to its particular appearance, it is cast out by the rest of the deer and forced to go deep into the forest. In Deer Journey, players experience a short adventure focused on scenery, music, and the journey of the fawn. Check out the video below to see the opening moments of Deer Journey in action, and be sure to wishlist the game ahead of its release on 21 July 2022 if you like what you see