Aquadine

Aquadine

Aquadine is a kinetic visual novel set in a picturesque town where gondolas are a common sight. It is a magical place that is rife with myths and legends. However, the protagonist has more pressing matters on his mind as he struggles to make ends meet as a gondolier to support his sick mother. As he grows closer to the people in his circle of friends, he also discovers that he is not the only one leading a double life.

Gameplay: An interesting and unique story with different routes to explore.

Graphics: Beautiful backgrounds and detailed character sprites.

Sound: Only partial voice acting, but the music and sound effects are very good

Cloud Cutter First Look Video

Cloud Cutter First Look Video

Take to the skies and destroy hundreds of enemies over beautiful environments in Cloud Cutter by Just Two. In this first look video, we play through the first of the thirteen levels of this vertical scrolling shooter. Don’t be fooled by the glossy Unreal Engine powered visuals either, as this game features classic arcade shoot ’em up gameplay all the way, which is sure to please all the retro fans out there

They Breathe Remastered

They Breathe Remastered

They Breathe is a rather strange and unique game that challenges players to steer a frog towards the bottom of an underwater forest. It is a straightforward game in terms of visuals, audio, and controls, but hiding beneath its seemingly cute exterior lurks some disturbing elements. Players can also complete it in one sitting, but the budget price means it still offers value for money.

Gameplay: They Breathe is straightforward but has some tricks up its sleeve.

Graphics: The visuals are cute yet creepy.

Sound: While there’s not much music, the audio adds to the game’s creepy atmosphere

Radio Viscera Coming To Steam In Q3

Radio Viscera Coming To Steam In Q3

Fans of great games in general and indie titles, in particular, have been spoiled for choice this year, but there’s still plenty more to come. One of these titles that deserves more attention is the upcoming release by Fire Face, titled Radio Viscera. Players will be able to hurl enemies into brutal traps and blast their way through walls using an air cannon in this top-down shooter without bullets

Wanted Raccoon First Look Video

Wanted Raccoon First Look Video

Move over Grand Theft Auto; there’s a new Raccoon in town! In this first look video, we look at the Early Access title Wanted Raccoon by MAD Sprouts. The game features a raccoon peacefully living in the forest until people destroy the tranquility. Players must help the raccoon fight back and free his family from the hunters, cops, and other city residents. This first look video highlights some of the activities that the intrepid raccoon can get up to, such as riding a skateboard, sneaking around, and setting traps for humans

Dark Sheep

Dark Sheep

Dark Sheep is an addictive block-pushing puzzle game that combines the classic Sokoban formula with some new elements. The Commodore 64 inspired visuals and retro soundtrack, along with the horror theme, sets this game apart. However, it is also enjoyable enough that even players who are not necessarily into retro stuff will get hooked.

Gameplay: Straightforward to pick up and play, but some of the puzzles are downright devious.

Graphics: Very simple but true to the Commodore 64 era from which it draws inspiration.

Sound: The soundtrack is so good that we wished there was more of it

Venus: Improbable Dream

Venus: Improbable Dream

Venus: Improbable Dream is an emotional visual novel that features a protagonist named Kakeru who struggles daily with social anxiety due to hemangioma. Kaker is terrified when he is coaxed into trying out the after-school music club, but his life changes when he meets a disabled girl named Haruka. This lengthy visual novel features an emotional storyline, memorable characters, and a beautiful soundtrack.

Gameplay: The story is not just lengthy and engaging but also branching thanks to player-made choices that determine the ending.

Graphics: Gets the job done.

Sound: No voice acting, but the soundtrack is fantastic

S.W.A.N.: Chernobyl Unexplored First Look Video

S.W.A.N.: Chernobyl Unexplored First Look Video

S.W.A.N.: Chernobyl Unexplored by Volframe is a science fiction FPS horror game set shortly after the Chernobyl Nuclear Plan disaster. As one of the first people to get inside the S.W.A.N. Institute, an unexplored area within the Exclusion Zone, players will experience things that go far beyond the limit of the human imagination. This first look video explores some of the dark corridors of the facility and the horrors that lurk there

Buildings Have Feelings Too!

Buildings Have Feelings Too!

Buildings Have Feelings Too! is an unorthodox title where the focus is on constructing, upgrading, and shuffling around buildings. Unlike most titles in this genre, the game is completely 2D and all the action takes place on the y-axis, which is unusual, to say the least. Due to a clunky user interface, some tedious elements, and a couple of difficulty spikes this game won’t appeal to everyone. However, if you get hooked by its charming visuals and can overlook some of the more cumbersome elements there is fun to be had here.

Gameplay: A little more tedious and cumbersome than it needs to be, but puzzle fans will enjoy the challenge.

Graphics: It’s hard not to smile at the sight of buildings ambling about on little legs.

Sound: The music and sound effects are decent

Pyramid Plunge First Look Video

Pyramid Plunge First Look Video

Pyramid Plunge is an upcoming rogue-lite, action platformer with cartoony handcrafted pixel-art. It challenges players to explore ever-changing creature-infested pyramids while keeping an eye on the devious traps that are set up everywhere. This first look video highlights the tutorial level as well as the co-op mode