Sand Is the Soul
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RPG, 2D, Beat 'em Up, Fantasy, Indie Games, Polish, Action RPG, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Soulslike.
An indie game that combines RPG and point-and-click adventure game genres with beat 'em up elements. Sand is the Soul takes the players on a journey to CrossHill, a dark city inspired by Victorian era. Our character arrives there to deliver an important letter. It turns out that the place is filled with ancient evil. Based on our choices, the multi-threaded plot can reach one of ten endings. The gameplay in Sand is the Soul is focused on exploration. Since it is full of dangers, the player will have a lot opportunities to fight – using either melee weapons or firearms – and the battles have a rather high difficulty level. Instead of gaining experience, the players receive sand which also serves as energy and currency. However, having too much sand can lead to insanity – for example, player's character can perceive villagers as monsters.
Hearthstone: Mean Streets of Gadgetzan
December 1, 2016
Puzzle, Fantasy, Internet, Card Games, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
Another story expansion for the incredibly popular free-to-play CCG, Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft by Blizzard Entertainment. The plot of Mean Streets of Gadgetzan is focused on gang wars that occur in the eponymous Gadgetzan which turned into a metropolis teeming with life thanks to rapidly-developing trade. The city’s development, apart from merchants, also brought hordes of thugs to its streets. After numerous battles between the local crime families, only the strongest three remain. The gameplay is somewhat different than what the vanilla game and the previous DLCs got us used to. The developers introduced new cards that can be used not by one but by three different classes. Moreover, there are three completely new factions (Grimy Goons, Jade Lotus, Kabal), each offering three hero classes.
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Empires Apart
March 29, 2018
Strategy, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages, Free-to-play.
A multiplayer real-time strategy. The players are taken to the Middle Ages and build a thriving society, gather resources, provide the army with technology, and fight other nations.
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Monster Legends
December 12, 2013
Action, 2D, Fantasy, Internet, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Free-to-play.
Battle game by Social Point team. The player plays the role of the coach of the title monsters, and the game focuses on turn-based clashes, collecting new creatures and developing the combat abilities of already possessed creatures.
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Asphalt Xtreme
November 3, 2016
Racing, Internet, Multiplayer, Rally, Cars, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
A racing game, available in a free-to-play model with micropayments, and an installment of the popular Gameloft mobile series. Asphalt Xtreme leaves the trite asphalt roads, in favor of off-road racing, encompassing environments such as deserts, swamps, icebergs, forests, canyons, or even a steelworking plant. According to the series’ tradition, the game offers a driving model that leans heavily towards arcade style, which allows us to make spectacular acrobatics, and destroy the elements of environment. The players can choose from 35 vehicles, divided into 7 categories, such as off-road jeeps, trucks, monster trucks, or buggies. Thanks to the licenses bought from companies such as Jeep, Ford, Mercedes, Dodge, or Chevrolet, all vehicles are truthful virtual versions of their real life counterparts. The game also offers the ability to customize the visuals, as well as performance of the chosen vehicle. Asphalt Xtreme contains several different single player modes and a multiplayer component for up to 8 players.
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Landfall
February 21, 2017
Action, Internet, Meta Quest / Oculus, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Tactics, VR.
A tactical game created specifically for VR goggles. Landfall is set in the far future, where the Earth was almost completely covered by waters of a gigantic ocean and humans are fighting one another over each and every inch of land. The player takes on the role of a military commander whose task is to defeat the enemy, making use of any means available, such as mechs, bombers, or technologically advanced special attacks. Interestingly, the player can switch between first-person and third-person perspectives. Thanks to VR sets, the player can also look around freely by moving their head. The game offers three modes, including a story campaign comprised of a series of missions, a co-op mode and a competition-based multiplayer. Landfall comes with high-quality, three-dimensional visuals and requires the Oculus Rift VR goggles in order to launch.
Necrobarista
July 17, 2020
Adventure, FPP, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Visual Novel.
Necrobarista is a visual novel game that takes place in a unique coffee shop where both living and dead come to drink. The place is located near the center of the city of Melbourne. In Necrobarista we will meet many interesting characters coming from all kinds of social groups: baristas, hipsters, even sinister gangsters and necromancers. The players have to uncover the secrets of this world by themselves. We will learn the game's story by reading the descriptions of the environment and by talking to other characters. Some of the texts will have a hyperlink in them. If we click them, they will open new options for the players. The game uses Unity 3D engine. Necrobarista has 3D visuals stylized to look like Japanese anime. It was achieved by using cel-shading technology and by giving the characters facial expressions characteristic to anime.
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Potion Explosion
January 25, 2017
Puzzle, Fantasy, Internet, LAN, Multiplayer, Board & Card, Match-3, Singleplayer.
A match-3 logic puzzle game and an adaptation of a board game of the same name. The production was developed by Clangore. The game takes place in the Horribilorum Sorcery Academy, and your task is to brew increasingly complicated potions. To succeed, you have to follow the instructions and choose the right ingredients. When you clear one of them, just like in any other match-3 game, the ones above them fall down, often diametrically changing the whole board. If two components of the same kind touch, they explode. Another obstacle is the limited capacity of the ingredients container. Potion Explosion features a single player mode, in which you play against the AI, and a multiplayer mode, in which you compete with other players. There is also an online ranking to display you accomplishments.
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Dark Souls III: The Ringed City
March 28, 2017
RPG, Fantasy, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Action RPG, Singleplayer, Soulslike, TPP.
The Ringed City is the second and final DLC to Dark Souls III, a well-received action RPG developed by From Software. Gameplay mechanics in The Ringed City remain unchanged. The DLC introduces a new mini-campaign in which we are chasing the Slave Knight Gael, who is searching for the Dark Soul of Humanity. It takes place in a new location where we will find new challenges, NPCs, and enemies. Just like in every Dark Souls game, we will have to face powerful bosses when playing The Ringed City. There are also new pieces of equipment and magic spells available. Dark Souls III: The Ringed City is available for the Season Pass owners, but can be bought separately. Along with the Ashes of Ariandel, The Ringed City is included in The Fire Fades Edition, a game of the year edition of Dark Souls III.
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Phoning Home
February 7, 2017
Action, Action Adventure, Sandbox, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Survival, TPP.
An action-adventure game with survival-oriented gameplay, developed by Ion Lands studio. The player assumes the role of ION, a robot designed to search for resources in remote areas of the galaxy. During one of such travels, his ship malfunctions and crashes on a dangerous alien world. Our job is to survive and find a way to contact the base. Fortunately, ION is supported by the ship AI, as well as ANI, an encountered female repair unit. In Phoning Home, the action is seen from a third person perspective, while the world has an open structure – during our journeys, we traverse forests, canyons, and deserts, or even visit the bottom of the ocean. The planet is full of various dangers – even if ION is resistant to attacks, ANI is much more vulnerable. If we want to defend her, we are often forced to stave off enemies, lay various traps, or sneak outside of their range. The game contains an extensive crafting module, allowing the player to create new items and various upgrades.
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Unearthing Mars
March 7, 2017
Adventure, Puzzle Elements, FPP, Meta Quest / Oculus, PlayStation VR, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
Developed by Wiking Entertainment, an adventure action title prepared for VR googles. The production tells a story about the crew of the spaceship Sentra, which has been sent to the Red Planet with the objective of retrieving the remains of the Phobos, a research probe. Once they got there, they find remnants of an alien civilization that come back to life due to contact with humans. The backbone of Unearthing Mars is exploration, but you will also have to display different skills – during gameplay, you shoot, solve logic puzzles, and control a rover or a lander. Even though the initial moments are realistic, further into the story more fantastic elements emerge, such as war machines constructed by the legendary Martians. The title uses the power of Unreal Engine 4, which makes the game it look amazing.
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Fury Unleashed
May 8, 2020
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Platformers, Polish, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Roguelike, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Shooters.
A dynamic action platform game with roguelike features. The game was developed by the Polish studio Awesome Games. In Badass Hero the action is presented from a side perspective. The game focuses on exploration of a randomly generated comic book-like world, avoiding many traps and obstacles, and on combat with encountered enemies. The protagonist can use various shotguns, machine guns, rocket launchers, and grenade launchers. By eliminating the enemies and bosses the protagonist unlocks ink that serves as a currency and can be spent on new skills and weapons. Reflex and agility are the key to victory. The player must be careful as well, as death in this game is permanent.
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Necromunda: Underhive Wars
September 8, 2020
Strategy, RPG Elements, Internet, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Tactics, Turn-based, Warhammer 40,000.
A turn-based RPG title based on a tabletop wargame Necromunda by the team at Specialist Game – the division of the famous company Games Workshop. The game by Rogue Factor studio tells the story of gangs competing for a control over the Underhive.
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King Of Glory
November 20, 2015
Strategy, Internet, MOBA, Multiplayer, Free-to-play.
A mobile MOBA game that is a clone of the famous League of Legends. The game consists of clashes between two, five-person teams. Players take on the role of powerful heroes and their task is to destroy the enemy base.
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Survivalcraft 2
December 11, 2016
Action, Crafting, RPG Elements, FPP, Sandbox, Singleplayer, Survival.
The second installment in a mobile sandbox series developed by Candy Rufus Games. Survivalcraft 2 enables the players to enter a vast sandbox world built from three-dimensional blocks. The action is seen from a first-person perspective, while the game focuses around exploration and crafting. Our job is to acquire resources that can be spent on useful tools, weapons, or inventive traps. Moreover, we’ve received the ability to weave clothes that offer certain bonuses against predators or extreme weather conditions. The game is oriented on survival – the players have to gather food, either through plant cultivation or animal hunting (we can encounter over 30 different species of animals). Each player can built his own hideout and furnish it with various electrical devices with a varying level of complexity.
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Eisenbahn.exe Professional 13
October 26, 2016
Simulation, Machines and Equipment, Trains, Singleplayer.
The 13th full-fledged installment of a series of popular railway simulators developed by a German studio Trend Verlaag. Eisenbahn.exe Professional 13 allows us to assume the role of a train driver, traveling through various areas using a chosen train. We can choose from over 4500 models – from classic steam-powered engines, up to modern diesel or electric engines, each containing a faithfully-recreated, three-dimensional cockpit. The game is characterized by its realistic approach: we need to watch out for railway signs and the current conditions around the track. The world is alive, with vehicular, air, and marine transport taking place all around the player, while local fauna can be seen near the tracks. We can also experience a dynamic day-and-night cycle, and changing weather conditions. The extensive editor is definitely one of the highlights of the game, allowing us to build our own trains, as well as whole locations and tracks.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms
December 31, 1985
Strategy, 2D, China, Grand Strategy, Historical, Romance of The Three Kingdoms, Singleplayer, Ancient History, War Strategy, Turn-based.
Turn-based strategy, which takes place in China during the Han Dynasty. The player's task is to manage his state and to unite the other regions under his rule.
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Homebound
February 16, 2017
Action, Puzzle Elements, FPP, Meta Quest / Oculus, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
Homebound is a VR adventure game powered by Unreal Engine 4. We play as an astronaut who is based on a space station when a catastrophe happens. Firstly, we will have to figure out what to do on the Earth's orbit. After that, we will have to face the dangers of entering the atmosphere. The last thing that awaits us is the emergency landing. In terms of mechanics, Homebound is an action-adventure game that tests our cleverness and reflexes. We will have to explore our surroundings, solve simple logical puzzles, and test ourselves in arcade challenges. The game is presented from a first-person perspective. Finishing one of Homebound's segments takes from a dozen or so minutes and up to one hour. Each of them can be played repeatedly, so that we can try to beat our friends or high scores. Additionally, every scenario is filled with hidden secrets and items. Finding all of the possible ways of killing the astronaut is also quite entertaining.
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Age of Empires II HD: Rise of the Rajas
December 19, 2016
Strategy, Internet, Multiplayer, Remaster/remake, RTS, Singleplayer, The Middle Ages, Isometric View.
The third expansion to Age of Empires II HD, a remade edition of a popular real-time strategy game, developed as a joint effort between SkyBox Labs and Forgotten Empires. The new add-on introduces four Asian civilizations: Burmese, Khmers, Malays, and Vietnamese, each with its unique units. Additionally, the game received two new universal units – battle elephants and imperial infantry. The core of the add-on are four campaigns taking place in South East Asia. Aside from that, Age of Empires II HD: Rise of the Rajas brings a completely new type of terrain (mangrove forests), five new random, special, and historical maps, improved unit AI and new objects for the in-game editor. The DLC also incorporates a set of fixes that were prepared as part of the expansion, and then released as a free upgrade for the owners of the core game. The list of fixes includes improved network code and the option to resume interrupted matches.
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Great Ace Attorney 2
August 3, 2017
Adventure, Detective, Legal Thriller, Singleplayer, Nintendo Exclusive.
Great Ace Attorney 2 is an adventure game dedicated to Nintendo 3DS portable console. The plot sees us assume control of Ryunosuke Naruhodo, a XIX-century Japanese lawyer who is an ancestor of Phoenix Wright (Ryuichi Naruhodo in the Japanese version). During the game, our goal is to defend our clients and help them by getting them acquitted, which will require private investigations, as well as taking part in hearings.
Snake Pass
March 28, 2017
Arcade, Puzzle Elements, Fantasy, 3D Platformers, Singleplayer, TPP, Xbox Play Anywhere.
An action platform game with logical puzzles. It was developed by British studio Sumo Digital. The title is based on a prototype created by Seba Liese during a Game Jam. Snake pass tells a story about the adventures of a snake and his friend, a hummingbird. Together they must find keys to the magical gates that provide magical power to the Harmony Foothills. They are doing it in order to defeat a mysterious intruder who threatens the lives of the inhabitants of the realm. The game takes place in a three-dimensional environment and the player takes control of the aforementioned snake. The protagonist’s movement was recreated in a pretty realistic way. It means that, for example, he cannot jump, but instead he crawls along the ground, wraps around objects and swims. All of these actions must be used in order to defeat various obstacles and to find well hidden collectibles. In some situations the friendly hummingbird helps the snake by catching him by his tail and transporting to seemingly unavailable places.
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Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition
December 19, 2016
Adventure, Crafting, Fantasy, FPP, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Sandbox, Singleplayer, TPP.
Created for Windows 10, a special edition of the successful sandbox game by Mojang AB. The general premise is the same as in Minecraft, but unlike the original game, based on the first java edition, this one draws from the mobile edition called Minecraft: Pocket Edition. Therefore, gameplay is not as extensive, and the game itself is not compatible with the original Minecraft. Minecraft: Windows 10 Edition features cross-play with the mobile version players, and additionally allows players to unlock Xbox Live achievements assigned to the their account. The players who bought the original java version, can receive this title for free.
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Holy Potatoes! We're in Space?!
February 14, 2017
Adventure, 2D, Indie Games, Roguelike, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
Holy Potatoes! We're in Space?! is an indie game developed by Daylight Studios, creators of Holy Potatoes! A Weapon Shop?!, that combines the elements of strategy, adventure, and rougelike games. The game protagonists are Casie and Fay. The girls travel through the space to find their grandfather Jiji, who was kidnapped by the evil Eclipse federation. Holy Potatoes! We're in Space?! is full of peculiar sense of humor, which can be seen in the dialogues, world building, and the game's overall stylistics. Universe in Holy Potatoes! is procedurally generated and inhabited by numerous vegetable-like creatures. We will visit numerous different planets that can provide us with useful resources. Those can be used to upgrade our ship and weapons, useful against the encountered enemies. Battles are turn-based and our victory depends on our tactics and the power of our weapons. We also have to manage our ship and crew.
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Baja: Edge of Control HD
September 14, 2017
Racing, Internet, Multiplayer, Off-road, Splitscreen, Remaster/remake, Cars, Singleplayer.
A remastered edition of the 2008 racing game, developed by 2XL Games. In comparison to the original, Baja: Edge of Control HD features a number of changes and upgrades, the most prominent being the improved visuals (the HD edition features a higher resolution, some new textures, more detailed surroundings, and dynamic lighting), facilitations at the initial stages of the game, as well as remodeled controls and interface. The core of the game, however, remains unchanged – in Baja: Edge of Control HD players get to participate in thrilling off-road races while driving one of the dozens of available vehicles: 4x4 cars, cross-country vehicles, racing trucks, and many more. What is worth mentioning, the vehicles have not only been modified in terms of their performance and appearance but also can now be damaged. The vehicle handling model now promises a more simulation-focused approach than the arcade-based model from the original game. Apart from the single player mode, Baja: Edge of Control HD delivers a multiplayer mode, in which the players can race each other online or on a split screen.
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Dunk Lords
March 18, 2020
Sports, Humorous, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Basketball, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
An arcade sport game from Story Fort studio, offering a truly peculiar version of basketball. Creators of Dunk Lords were inspired by unusual sports games from the previous century, mainly the NBA Jam series. Instead of regular basketball matches, we receive a spectacular and quite brutal game, in which two teams of five players use supernatural powers. We can choose from sixteen diversified players (both humans and strange mutants), each with unique talents. They can also attack opponents, which more often than not turns out to be more important than scoring points. As if that wasn’t enough to heat up the game, playgrounds themselves are filled with obstacles and traps. Dunk Lords offers story campaign in single player and cooperative variants, as well as multiplayer for up to four people.
Sparc
August 29, 2017
Sports, Internet, Meta Quest / Oculus, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
A sports arcade game from the developers of popular MMO title EVE Online, intended for virtual reality devices. Sparc lets us take part in the eponymous sports discipline resembling the classic game of dodgeball. The players take static positions at the opposing ends of a long hallway and try to hit the opponent with the ball using motion controllers. Being stuck in one place doesn’t mean we can’t dodge by moving our body. Because of that and the realistic physics system, the ricochets from walls, floor and ceiling play a key role in the game, as they can be used to deceive opponents and increase the chance of hitting them. Sparc has been developed with multiplayer for two players in mind. The game also offers solo options, such as training, and social aspects, e.g. virtual spectators. The game is powered by Unreal Engine 4 and requires virtual reality headset along with motion controllers that register the users’ gestures.
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Ghost Blade HD
February 28, 2017
Action, 2D, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Shoot 'em Up, Singleplayer, Top-down.
Ghost Blade HD is a shoot'em up game developed by indie devs from Hucast Games. We take on the role of the Earth Defense Force's best pilot whose job is to defeat Shira, a rogue A.I. that was installed on an abandoned space station located on the outer rim of the Solar System. In Ghost Blade HD we control one of the three superbly armed combat space ships. Gameplay focuses on eliminating hordes of enemies and gigantic bosses. To win, we have to not only shoot almost all the time, but also avoid the rain of bullets and laser beams fired at us. Along with the primary Story Mode, the game also offers Score Attack, where we have to beat the high scores set by other players from all around the world. We can play alone or in coop with another player. The game features cartoonish, eye-pleasing visuals and a dynamic soundtrack composed by Rafaell Dyll.
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Remorse: The List
April 22, 2022
Action, FPP, Indie Games, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Survival Horror.
First-person survival horror from the creators of Grey modification to Half-Life 2 shooter. In the production we play Adrian, who one day wakes up in an abandoned warehouse, where he finds a mysterious letter and a flashlight. This is how his terrifying adventure begins.
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Fire Pro Wrestling World
December 18, 2017
Sports, 2D, Internet, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, PS Plus Extra, PS Plus Premium, Singleplayer, Wrestling.
Another entry in a fighting games series, very popular in Japan. The thing that distinguishes Fire Pro Wrestling World from other wrestling games are the game mechanics. Action is presented from an isometric point of view and almost every element of the gameplay can be adjusted to suit our preferences. This is mainly connected with the wrestlers – in the beginning we get 30 fighters, but we can also create our own wrestlers by choosing not only their appearance but also their preferred moves (we can choose from more than 2000 attacks) and even a script that is responsible for their behavior. Additionally, we can also customize the referee that oversees fights and arenas – we can, e.g. put an electric fence or a mine field between fighters and audience. Besides classic fights we can also participate in online matches that can be played by up to four players. Fire Pro Wrestling World features somewhat cartoonish 2D graphics.
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Full Metal Furies
January 17, 2018
Action, Beat 'em Up, RPG Elements, Internet, Co-op, Greek Mythology, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Science Fiction, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A team-based brawler from the creators of Rogue Legacy, which features old school stylistics. In Full Metal Furies we land in an alternative version of Athens. The city and its surroundings are terrorized by titans and other mythological beasts. The players play as the eponymous Furies, whose mission is to restore the order using modern means of defense, including all kinds of firearms. We observe the events from the isometric perspective as the characters keep walking to the right and eliminate all enemies encountered on the way. Full Metal Furies offers four playable heroines, making it possible for four players to cooperate – you can also play alone together with AI-controlled characters, while being able to freely switch between them. Many enemies are immune to specific types of attacks, thus forcing you to select appropriate weapons. The game also features a progression system and crafting mechanics which allow you to construct new items based on the schematics you find along the way.
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Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links
January 11, 2017
Puzzle, Internet, Card Games, Manga and Anime, Multiplayer, Singleplayer.
Virtual adaptation of a popular card game developed by Konami. The original has been created by Kazuki Takahashi for his manga. Just like in the manga, Yu-Gi-Oh: Duel Links focuses on Yugi Muto and his friends Joey Wheeler and Mai Valentine, along with his rival Seto Kaiba. We are given over 700 cards representing monsters, spells, and traps, with our objective being to become the King of Games. We achieve this through winning duels, and with each victory we level up our character. They also earn us new cards to expand our deck, unlock various missions and more powerful opponents. Aside from tutorial and story campaign, there is also a tournament mode, all of this complemented by online leaderboards and records of previous games. Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links offers high-quality visuals, with awe-inspiring colors and smooth animations of duels in full 3D. Additionally, all actors are voiced by the cast of the original Yu-Gi-Oh! animated series.
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Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic
February 6, 2015
RPG, 2D, Fantasy, Indie Games, Roguelike, Side-scroll, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
A roguelike RPG set in a Fantasy world, developed by a German studio - The Bitfather. The game is available for mobile devices, home consoles, and PC / Windows. In Pixel Heroes: Byte & Magic, the player takes control of a team of three daredevils who fight vicious cultists known as The Sons of Dawn. The game delivers a world that is generated procedurally - this refers to the dungeons that the players get to visit, the events one participates in, and the equipment acquired by players during their adventures. Moreover, the game features permanent-death system and turn-based combat. The game is quite complex - it offers three story campaigns, over thirty character classes, and a wide range of equipment, both offensive and defensive, including cold steel, ranged weapons, and various spells. The game stands out with its NPCs, who assign missions and trade with the player. To top it all, the game features 2D visuals, pixel art aesthetics, and an atmospheric 8-bit music soundtrack.
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8DAYS
July 22, 2016
Action, 2D, Indie Games, Co-op, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Shooters.
Developed by independent Spanish studio Santa Clara Games, 8DAYS is a 2D twin-stick shooter. The game is set in an alternative future, in which the world is controlled by two powerful organizations: an army of mercenaries on the government’s payroll known as G.O.D. and the eponymous 8DAYS, a newspaper which spreads propaganda that favors the ruling class. In the game you control two soldiers, whose job is to nip any developing conflicts in the bud. In the game you travel to different parts of the globe. The locations you visit have an open structure and you view them in top-down perspective. Gameplay is mainly focused on eliminating enemy troops, often accompanied by heavily armored bosses. In battles you can make use of a large arsenal of weapons, such as pistols, rifles, shotguns or grenade launchers. Gameplay is also enriched by multiple secrets and extra characters to unlock.
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The Horus Heresy: Battle of Tallarn
February 8, 2017
Strategy, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Warhammer 40,000.
The Horus Heresy: Battle of Tallarn is a turn-based strategy set in the Warhammer 40.000 universe. It was developed by HexWar. The game begins after the Iron Warriors bomb Tallran, which leads to the planet becoming a barren wasteland. Those who survived by hiding in the underground hideouts join their forces and call all the tank legions - from Leman Russ to Baneblade - for help. Gameplay in The Horus Heresy: Battle of Tallarn is based on the classic rules of turn-based strategies. Key to victory lies in thought-out placement of our units and in taking advantage of their assets. The game consists of three campaigns (Apocalypse, Resurrection, Revenge). Each of them offers six missions. Battle of Tallarn also offers a tutorial for players not acquainted with the genre. The Horus Heresy: Battle of Tallarn features rather simple visuals, but the 66 available units where designed with high attention to detail.
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Battle Islands: Commanders
February 14, 2017
Strategy, World War II, Internet, MMO, PvP, RTS, Free-to-play.
A simplistic RTS game focusing on quick multiplayer duels and employing free-to-play business model. Battle Islands: Commanders was created by the experienced DR Studios, and the game extends the formula of 2013's Battle Islands. The game simplifies the traditional RTS mechanics, but supplementing them with elements borrowed from card games and tower defense titles. Each duel is fought using the cards one has in their deck, which can be modified to one's liking. New cards can be found in chests received for victories. Cards of the same kind can be combined together to improve the firepower and durability of one's tanks and other units. Contrary to the classic RTS games, the player cannot control particular units manually - the player only chooses when and where to place a unit and the rest is done automatically, as the subordinates simply join the battle. Placing various units on the battlefield should be done with caution however, as sending a tank to a zone where the enemy has already placed a soldier with a rocket launcher will have catastrophic consequences.
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Where Cards Fall
September 19, 2019
Puzzle, Experimental/artistic, Adventure Elements, Indie Games, Singleplayer.
Where Cards Fall is an original logical game created by two independent developers, The Game Band and Snowman. The game features simple, cartoonish visuals that work really well with the polished animations and catchy, atmospheric soundtrack. Combined with the subject chosen by the developers, all of that creates an intriguing game. Where Cards Fall focuses on the process of growing up and on the effects of one's youth on the adult life. In the game, we build a house of cards and shape the reality around us. Structures we build bring back memories that progress the plot and ease the character movement. That's how we solve riddles and help our heroes to get to new places.
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Shift Happens
February 22, 2017
Arcade, 2.5D, Puzzle Elements, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer.
A hybrid of a platformer and a logic game, developed by the independent studio Klonk Games. The player takes control of Bismo and Plom – jelly-like humanoid creatures. By some accident, the heroes get literally bound together, which enables them to exchange their masses. Gameplay of Shift Happens consists in traveling through colorful locations, collecting valuable coins, and solving more and less demanding puzzles which require close cooperation between the two heroes. While the heavier one can throw his lighter friend over gaps, the latter can jump higher and access hard-to-reach places. The title is designed for two – you can play via the Internet or in the split-screen mode. However, solo players can enjoy 30 diverse levels and test themselves in time challenges and bonus missions. The title features pleasant graphics with warm colors. The advanced physics engine is surely a great asset - it ensures proper performance of the heroes’ bodies and enables interaction with environment.
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The Mage's Tale
June 20, 2017
RPG, Dungeon Crawler, Fantasy, FPP, Indie Games, Meta Quest / Oculus, PlayStation VR, Action RPG, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
The Mage’s Tale is a VR dungeon crawler developed by InXile Entertainment, creators of games like Wasteland 2 or Torment: Tides of Numenera. The game takes us to a fantasy world that was created for The Bard’s Tale game series. Events of The Mage’s Tale take place between the third and fourth installment of that series. We play as a young adept of magic, whose task is to find his kidnapped mentor and expose the antagonistic wizard's conspiracy. Gameplay focuses on exploration of ancient crypts, dungeons, and sewers located below the town of Skara Brae. The dungeons are filled with all kinds of dangers like traps and various enemies. Our hero can use all sorts of element-based spells and we can create new ones thanks to the game’s complex crafting system.
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The Mummy Demastered
October 24, 2017
Action, 2D, Platformers, Singleplayer, Shooters.
The Mummy Demastered is a metroidvania game developed by WayForward Technologies. The game is based on the license of the 2017 film The Mummy. We play as the agent of Prodigium, an organization that tries to stop the undead army summoned by the Egyptian princess Ahmanet, the titular mummy. Gameplay focuses on going right, shooting our enemies, and avoiding traps and other threats. As we play, we will explore dark forests, military bases, and streets of London covered in sand. In combat, we use a wide range of firearms. Along with your typical, weaker monsters we will have to defeat powerful bosses from time to time. The Mummy Demastered features old-school, pixel-art visuals.
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Hidden Agenda
October 24, 2017
Adventure, PlayLink Application, Detective, Co-op, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Police, Singleplayer, Thriller, PlayStation Exclusive.
An cooperative adventure detective thriller game developed by Supermassive Games. Hidden Agenda is based on popular movies and TV series of this genre. It tells the story of two female protagonists: a policewoman and a district attorney who are on the track of a serial killer. Up to five players can participate in the game, although it is also possible to play the title alone. All players are using a special phone app called PlayLink. By using the action cards displayed on the smartphone and by playing according to the game’s instructions, the players are influencing the whole plot by deciding the fate of the protagonists and the victims of the killer. The choices of the group determine who will die and who will survive. The title features a large variety of different endings.
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Master Trials
June 30, 2017
Action, Crafting, Puzzle Elements, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Action Adventure, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, TPP, Nintendo Exclusive.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Master Trials is the first expansion for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild that was developed by Nintendo. It is a typical game expansion that does not introduce any major changes to gameplay mechanics. Nintendo focused on adding new content to the game and, by doing so, expanding our adventures in Hyrule. The biggest introduction that comes with the expansion is the new adventure called Trials of the Sword. It takes us to small maps where we do not have access to our previously gathered equipment and have to fight off waves of enemies. We get new pieces of equipment and useful items by defeating our enemies and exploring our surroundings. Doing so will prepare us for fights with more powerful opponents. Master Trials also introduces a new difficulty level called Master Mode. In terms of new items, this add-on introduces one new mask and eight armor sets.
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Blade Strangers
August 28, 2018
Fighting, 2D, Crossover, Internet, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Singleplayer.
A 2D fighting game by Japanese Studio Saizensen, starring the characters from Cave Story, Code of Princess, and Umihara Kawase. Blade Strangers features ten playable characters with unique appearances, abilities, and special attacks, with eye-catching scantily clad warrior girls. The combat system was inspired by the popular Super Smash Bros series, while also taking into account fighting game novices. Blade Strangers features several gameplay modes. Apart from the story campaign, consisting of a series of arcade duels, there is also a training mode, in which you can test the attacks of every character, and online battles. You can also try to complete certain tasks, such as e.g. defeating your enemy as quick as possible with a special attack. The arenas on which you fight are 3D, while the character models are 2D sprites.
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Move or Die
January 21, 2016
Arcade, 2D, Indie Games, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Party Game.
A four-player party game that will ruin any friendship. During the challenges changed every several seconds, what counts is a quick eye, good coordination and precision of jumping on the platforms. There can only be one winner, and the title conceals the basic principle of survival - move or perish.
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Hidden Dragon: Legend
September 19, 2017
Action, 2.5D, China, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, Platformers, Singleplayer.
Hidden Dragon: Legend is a 2.5D platform game developed by MegaFun Games and published by the Chinese company Oasis Games. The game is set in a fantasy version of ancient China, where historically accurate elements where combined with legends and beliefs of that period. We play as a warrior who, as a result of the machinations of a mysterious organization, was turned into a mindless killing machine with the help of an ancient artifact. When he finally regains control over his body and mind he decides to have his revenge on those who used him. As we play, we explore vast maps, avoid traps and obstacles, collect items, and fight with hordes of enemies. The game heavily focuses on combat and has a complex combat system that allows us to do many kinds of moves, special attacks, and combo strikes. Hidden Dragon: Legend features a character progression mechanic that will allow us to improve our hero’s abilities. Additionally, we collect more and more powerful items as we play and the so-called soul stones that unlock new combos.
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The 25th Ward: The Silver Case
March 13, 2018
Adventure, Detective, Remaster/remake, Singleplayer.
The 25th Ward: The Silver Case is a detective game for PC, which is a remaster of a mobile production. During the game, the player needs to conduct a series of investigations primarily concerning various kinds of murders, and each case is presented from the perspective of several characters.
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Das Boot: VR Demise
June 6, 2019
Adventure, Movies, FPP, World War II, Submarines, Under Water, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
VR game based on the famous 1981 German film Das Boot directed by Wolfgang Petersen, which was nominated for six Academy Awards. The picture tells the story of the crew of one of the U-Boot submarines, patrolling the waters of the Atlantic Ocean during World War II. During the game we find ourselves on the board of this type of machine and take part in military operations, performing various missions. Das Boot: The VR Game is, as the name suggests, a game designed for virtual reality goggles.
Thief of Thieves: Season One
July 16, 2018
Action, Indie Games, Comics, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Stealth, TPP, Isometric View.
Thief of Thieves is an action-adventure game by Rival Games, released in an episodic model. The first season consists of four episodes. The production was based on the comic by Robert Kirkman.
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Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time
May 15, 2018
RPG, 2.5D, Fantasy, Internet, jRPG, Co-op, Manga and Anime, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Splitscreen, Action RPG, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time is an action role-playing game by Japanese studio A+ Games. The production is based on the popular franchise consisting of i.e. anime series and animated movies. The game only features a single player mode, and the story campaign follows a young girl called Atsuko “Akko” Kagari, studying at an academy for witches. The protagonist and her friends have to discover the truth behind a series of strange events in the academy. The gameplay is divided into two parts. In the exploration part, you walk around the 3D world, talk to NPCs, complete quests, and develop relationships with other students. The quests resemble beat 'em up games, in which you move to the right side of the screen and fight hordes of enemies in an arcade-like system, using a wide range of attacks and spells.
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The Coma: Recut
September 22, 2017
Adventure, 2D, Horror, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Survival Horror.
A refreshed version of a successful survival horror that came out in 2015. The Coma: Recut is set in the Sehwa high-school in South Korea. Youngho, the main protagonist, having spent the entire night studying, falls asleep during an exam. Once awake, Youngho realizes that he is alone in the classroom and it is already dark outside. However, the true nightmare begins when it turns out that the school is overrun by monsters and an insane killer is walking its hallways. Because Youngho is unarmed, in order to survive, he has to avoid contact with enemies, hide from them, or run when it is necessary. Exploring the school buildings in search for an exit constitutes the core element of the experience. On his way, the protagonist gathers useful items, such as a flashlight, maps or notes. From time to time, Youngho has to cooperate with other students in order to solve different puzzles. Compared with the original edition, The Coma: Recut offers more detailed textures and new character animations.
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Song of Memories
February 28, 2018
Adventure, 2D, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Dating Simulator, Visual Novel.
An adventure game made in a visual novel style with elements of dating sims and jRPGs, created by Pure Wish studio. The story of Song of Memories is focused on two high school students: Minato Kamishiro who is raising his sister and his friend, Kanon Hiiragi. The lives of those two gain unexpected momentum when the world suffers from a dangerous virus that increases violence in women that are infected by it. The gameplay is typical for this genre and is about following the story and making decisions that have impact on future events. The game also has tactical, turn based battles during which we can use unique abilities of our characters. Dialogues are fully voiced and the graphics, featuring manga style, offer much more animations than typical visual novel titles which is achieved by the use of special system, called E-mote.
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