Nine Parchments
December 5, 2017
Action, Fantasy, LAN, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
Nine Parchments is a cooperative action game developed by the creators of the Trine series. The game takes place in a fable fantasy land and tells the story of young adepts of magic. Instead of spending years on studying at the Astral Academy they decide to embark on a journey to find the titular nine parchments that, according to legends, grant their owners incredible power. The whole game is filled with dark humor. Our heroes gradually learn more powerful spells, but, as they don't care much about safety, their actions very often have devastating results for the third parties. Nine Parchments works like a shooter game in terms of mechanics. The action is presented from an isometric point of view and gameplay focuses on eliminating our enemies with spells. The game's complex magic system is based on five elements: fire, ice, electricity, life, and death, and enables us to create all sorts of spells. Nine Parchments was created as a co-op game for four players.
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LINE Pokopang
May 28, 2013
Puzzle, 2D, Match-3, Singleplayer, Free-to-play.
A match-3 game from the creators of the popular LINE communicator. While playing, we have to help the funny animals chase away the monsters that appeared in the village. In order to do this, you need to place colored blocks on a small board.
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Metal Gear Survive
February 20, 2018
Action, Crafting, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Survival, TPP, TPS, Zombie.
A spin-off to the popular series from Konami, mixing cooperation-oriented play style with stealth and survival elements. Metal Gear Survive creates an alternative version of the events seen in Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeros, in which the oil rig housing the self-appointed country has been destroyed by XOF, a ravenous military wing of CIA. As a result of unexpected worm-hole rupturing the sky, the remnants of Militaries Sans Frontieres are teleported to an alternative, bleak dimension, inhabited by zombie-like monsters and scourged by numerous dangers. Our squad traverses post-apocalyptic locations, fighting off enemies using a wide arsenal of weapons, which includes firearms as well as melee weapons and bows. However, this time the players are cut-off from the support of the mother base – we need to gather the scarce resources, and use them to craft new weapons and equipment.
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Inferno Climber
September 9, 2016
RPG, Fantasy, Hack'and'slash, 3D Platformers, Action RPG, Singleplayer, TPP.
A fairy-fantasy action RPG with three-dimensional platform game features. The title was developed by the experienced Japanese studio Arc System Works. The story of Inferno Climber focuses on five legendary magic stones which for centuries provided peace and balance to the world. However, the stones fell into unworthy hands, bringing legions of monsters to the world. The player assumes the role of a soul that made an unusual pact with Death: if the soul manages to reclaim the stones, it will be brought back to life in its world. The gameplay combines traits of dynamic hack-and-slash action RPG and three-dimensional platform game. It focuses on exploration, combat and getting past various traps and dangers. The player can choose one of the eight playable characters available, each of which has both strong and weak sides. The game features fully three-dimensional, fairytale-like visual style.
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Rivals of Aether
March 28, 2017
Fighting, 2D, Indie Games, Internet, Multiplayer, Platformers, Splitscreen, Singleplayer.
Inspired by such titles as Super Smash Bros., an unusual fighting game with platformer elements. The action takes place in Aether, a war-torn fantasy world in which people from various civilizations can manipulate the elements – Fire, Water, Earth, and Air. The heroes we control try to learn about the roots of the endless conflict, which takes loads of fighting. The gameplay of Rivals of Aether, designed by Dan Fornace, comes down to fighting numerous battles on numerous 2D arenas. During combat, you may not only choose from a wide array of strikes and special skills (each character has three of the latter), but also take advantage of the design of the arenas, which are filled with elements such as walls, platforms, branches, or roofs. Apart from the single-player Story Mode, the game also features many more highlights – the Abyss, in which you face waves of enemies (either single or in co-op) or Versus - its variation consisting of competing with friends. Interestingly, you can play 1v1 or 2v2 via the Internet or in the split-screen mode. The title features old-school 2D pixel art visuals.
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Hybrid Wars
September 29, 2016
Action, Mechs, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Shooters, Top-down.
A top-down shooter in a science-fiction setting. The action of Hybrid Wars takes place in 2060, when wars between giant corporations are a constant occurrence on Earth. The player steps into the shoes of a mercenary, fighting for one of the sides of the conflict. We spend most of our time in the cockpits of powerful mechs, tanks and helicopters, destroying all who stand in our way. The developers have prepared over 50 unique types of enemies and 7 powerful bosses. A lot of the environment elements are also destructible. It is our task to conquer eight war zones; each of them is a large, open-world map, designed in a way that allows us to approach our mission in a variety of ways. We can freely modify and upgrade all of our machines, as well as summon smaller units to aid us in our fight. Hybrid Wars offers a single player campaign with a length of approx. 15 hours; a co-op mode is also available. Despite the gameplay being quite similar to many older productions, the game features high quality, 3D visuals, thanks to the capabilities of the Unity engine.
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Manifold Garden
October 18, 2019
Puzzle, Experimental/artistic, Exploration Games, FPP, Indie Games, Singleplayer.
An original puzzle game with exploration elements, created by a small debuting team, William Chyr Studio. Manifold Garden takes the players to an irrational world where laws of physics are constantly being broken. The core of the game lies in exploration of unusual surroundings, unraveling its mysteries and rules but also solving numerous puzzles which requires the players to think unconventionally. The game is presented from a first-person perspective and the environment consists of architectonic creations that defy the laws of physics, e.g. never-ending steps or 3D labyrinths. Gravitation isn't always the same here, which means that we can walk not only on ground but also on walls and ceilings. However, in order to discover new paths that lead to new stages we should demonstrate our ability to think out of the box and go beyond clichés. The graphics, based mostly on contours, feature a cartoonish style.
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Statik
April 27, 2017
Puzzle, Puzzle Elements, FPP, PlayStation VR, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, PlayStation Exclusive, VR.
Developed by Tarsier Studios, Statik is a logic puzzle game, which utilizes functionalities offered by PlayStation VR. The game takes players to a mysterious laboratory in which scientists conduct secret experiments to discover the full potential of the human brain. The story begins when the main protagonist wakes up in a hospital bed with his hands trapped in a small device; without seeing his fingers, one cannot say what is inside the electronic box, which perfectly represents how the player feels – with the PlayStation VR headgear on, he cannot see his hands either. All the puzzles in the game build on an interesting mechanic – since a puzzle solution is a mystery, no one knows which button on the controller to press at a given moment. These puzzles are based on player’s intuition and perceptivity, as well as the ability to manipulate the elements of the environment. The pattern of subsequent solutions reflects the process of the player familiarizing themselves with the construction of subsequent devices, which changes with each new puzzle. In the game, the player is accompanied by a doctor, who follows our actions and comments on them, often in a humorous way.
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The Warlock of Firetop Mountain
September 1, 2016
RPG, Fantasy, Gamebook, Singleplayer, Turn-based, Isometric View.
An adaptation of the popular gamebook that was released in the 80's. The game was developed by Tin Man Games. It takes place in a grim fantasy universe and the player assumes the role of an adventurer who seeks to obtain treasures of a powerful sorcerer hiding at the top of the titular mountain. In order to reach the chest with the valuables, one must gain two keys and then defeat the sorcerer. Gameplay mechanics in The Warlock of Firetop Mountain are similar to classic gamebooks, allowing the player to explore dungeons, disarm various traps and fight monsters – all by selecting one of a few available actions. What’s different from the original gamebook is how the action is presented. Instead of blocks of text, the title employs fully three-dimensional graphics with text descriptions. Combat sequences play out using a turn-based system, just like in classic cRPG games.
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Mystery Chronicle: One Way Heroics
September 13, 2016
RPG, Internet, jRPG, Manga and Anime, Multiplayer, Roguelike, Singleplayer.
A turn-based jRPG with roguelike features developed by Spike Chunsoft. The title is a spin-off of the Mystery Dungeon series based on One Way Heroics, an independent game that is popular in Japan. 20 playable characters are available in the game and among them there are the characters from such series as Danganronpa and Shiren the Wanderer. Not all of them are playable from the start – the player must collect points which then can be spent on buying new perks and character classes. Mystery Chronicle: One Way Heroics contains many roguelike features like procedurally generated world with randomly placed traps, obstacles and treasures. However, the death of the protagonist isn’t permanent in the game. What distinguishes the game is the fact that with each turn the game world is consumed by a wall of light progressing from the left side of the screen. This forces the player to thoroughly plan his movements and strategy.
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Epistory: Typing Chronicles
March 30, 2016
Adventure, RPG Elements, Fantasy, Indie Games, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, Text, Isometric View.
An action-adventure game with metroidvania features. The player assumes the role of a muse, one of the goddesses of fine arts from the Greek mythology – the main protagonist is tasked with finding inspiration for the female writer who asked her for help in writing a new book. In order to complete this objective, the protagonist will travel through a fantasy, fairy-tale world, face various dangers and solve numerous environmental riddles. What makes Epistory – Typing Chronicles unique in comparison to other games are the mechanics based on the player typing specific words on the keyboard. By doing so the player can fight the encountered enemies, cast elemental spells and interact with the game world. The game was developed in many language versions and varied difficulty levels allow us to choose the appropriate complication level of words and endurance of the opponents. The game has a nicely looking graphics – the character models, enemies and surrounding elements look as if they were made of paper. The title features an original, fairytale-like soundtrack.
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Apollo 11 VR
April 1, 2016
Simulation, Educational, FPP, Space, 60s and 70s, Meta Quest / Oculus, PlayStation VR, Singleplayer, SteamVR, TPP, VR.
A game that recreates the first human spaceflight to the Moon using virtual reality. Apollo 11 VR shows the events preceding the historic journey, such as: launch of the Apollo 11 spaceship using a Saturn V rocket, the flight to the Earth’s natural satellite, or the landing and the first walk on its surface. The title is described as a new kind of documentary film, featuring only uncomplicated mechanics that fit more to virtual reality than a fully-fledged video game. The events are seen from a first-person perspective, and the players have the full freedom to look around their surroundings. The camera switches to TPP mode only during combat. During the takeoff and landing, we can operate on-board equipment (however, the procedures has been simplified). While on the Moon, we can take a walk, and conduct simple research. Apollo 11 VR takes place in a detailed 3D environment, with a climatic soundtrack and authentic conversations accompanying the gameplay.
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The Gallery
April 5, 2016
Adventure, Exploration Games, Adventure Elements, Episodic, FPP, Meta Quest / Oculus, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
An exploration game, designed with virtual reality devices in mind. The Gallery – Episode 1: Call of the Starseed is the first episode in a series called The Gallery: Six Elements. The protagonist enters a fantastic world brimming with secrets in order to find his sister. The action is presented from a first-person perspective, and the player can look freely around the game world. The controller is used to direct the hero into the area we want to go next, or to use the equipment and interact with the environment. The gameplay involves exploration of a dark world in search of notes and non-player characters, which can be spoken to. Along the way, we encounter various environmental riddles, forcing us to cleverly use our items or employ the laws of physics, and hide from various enemies. In the background, we can hear music composed by Jeremy Soule, the author of soundtracks for, among others, The Elder Scrolls series.
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Rise of the Tomb Raider: Blood Ties
October 11, 2016
Action, PlayStation VR, Action Adventure, Singleplayer, TPP, VR.
A single player expansion for Rise of the Tomb Raider. The players once again assume the role of the fearless archaeologist, Lara Croft. This time we must assist Lara in exploring her family estate. The heroine must prove that she is the rightful heir to the great fortune accumulated by her ancestors. In contrast to the basic game, action of Rise of the Tomb Raider: Blood Ties is limited solely to Croft Manor. Aside from the story, the game includes Lara’s nightmare, a special mode similar to various horde modes. The protagonist has to defend the manor against monsters taken out straight of her nightmares, using a wide variety of weapons. The expansion has been released in digital distribution, and as a part of a special edition: Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration. PlayStation 4 version includes support for PlayStation VR - virtual reality goggles.
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Wick
December 17, 2015
Action, FPP, Singleplayer, Survival Horror.
A first-person perspective survival horror game developed by Hellbent Games. The action of Wick takes place in a forest which over the years has accumulated a number of unexplained child disappearances. The legend goes that if someone journeys into the forest with only a candle, he will be able to see them. The teenage protagonist taking part in a youth game lands in the forest with the task to survive from midnight to dawn. On the way he discovers the secret of this grim place and finds out what happened to the missing children. The gameplay focuses mainly on exploration – not only the forest itself, but also the buildings inside it, and finding items that provide clues to solving the mystery of the forest. The investigation is hindered by numerous specters of the kidnapped children. We have to avoid confrontation with them by lighting the way using candles and matches. The situation is further complicated by the fact that each hour begins in a different place of the map.
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Imbroglio
May 18, 2016
Strategy, RPG Elements, Card Games, Board & Card, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Tactics.
A mobile logic game which combines the traits of many genres: roguelike, RPG, board and card game. The game takes place on a two-dimensional board which can be described as a constantly changing labyrinth. The gameplay in Imbroglio starts with the selection of a protagonist from the eight available characters. The player will lead the selected character to combat during which he will use various weapons, special abilities and runes used for upgrading weapons. The battles, which are the major part of the game, are turn based. One of four opponents can stand in player’s way – they differ not only in appearance, but also in the number of health points, damage and special abilities as well. Imbroglio also has the traits of a card game, but the player cannot build his own, universal collection – the card is selected automatically based on the position in the tactical grid where the protagonist is currently located. The key to success lies in developing good tactics and taking advantage of occasions that depend on the momentary layout of the labyrinth.
The Brookhaven Experiment
July 5, 2016
Action, FPP, FPS, PlayStation VR, Singleplayer, SteamVR, Shooters, Survival Horror, VR.
An FPP shooter game for VR headgear. The plot of The Brookhaven Experiment focuses on the eponymous mysterious experiment, which resulted in the creation of a space time portal, letting through hordes of monsters. You play as a man who's trying to stop the ongoing apocalypse and close the portal. Apart from the VR headgear, the game also utilizes motion controllers, which are used to shoot and interact with the environment. The game is focused on eliminating the monsters, including the larger boss ones. It's important to manage your ammo supply and flashlight battery, and to upgrade your equipment. Apart from the single player story campaign, the The Brookhaven Experiment also features a Survival Mode, in which you face consecutive waves of enemies. The game utilizes the Unreal Engine 4, which provides high-quality visuals. The music, guaranteed to raise your blood pressure in the more intense segments, is also worth noting.
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Space Pirate Trainer
October 12, 2017
Action, FPP, FPS, Indie Games, PlayStation VR, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Shooters, VR.
A science fiction first-person shooter developed by independent studio I-Illusions for virtual reality devices. Its story takes place in the distant future, with players’ task being to defend a space base from attacking droids. We can freely look around by turning our head, while aiming and moving is done through movement controllers. Enemies are eliminated with a few variants of laser guns. Players can also make use of various shields, which not only protect us from bullets, but can even reflect them back to opponents. However, using them too much lowers our final score. Space Pirate Trainer gives us a three-dimensional environment based on Unity engine. The game's visual style – with its omnipresent neon signs and lasers – brings to mind science fiction movies from the 80s.
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Savage Resurrection
August 18, 2016
Action, Fantasy, FPP, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS.
A hybrid of an action and an RTS game created with multiplayer gameplay in mind. The plot follows an unending war between two factions: humans and beasts. The main focus of the game are clashes between two 16-player teams. Each of the armies has a commander, whose perspective differs from the rest of the team. The leaders are given a typical RTS interface – they observe the events from a top-down camera, and their tasks include constructing buildings, research, gathering resources, and sending heavy units, such as siege weaponry, to combat. The remaining players take part in a classic action game; they can use firearms – the events are seen from the first-person perspective – as well as melee weapons, with the camera assuming third-person perspective when using them. The key to success lies in cooperation and carrying out orders received from the commander, who has a better view of the battlefield. The game uses Unreal Engine 4, which allowed for high-quality graphics.
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Europa Universalis IV: Rights of Man
October 11, 2016
Strategy, Economic, Grand Strategy, Historical, Internet, Multiplayer, RTS, Singleplayer, War Strategy.
An add-on for Europa Universalis IV, created by Paradox Interactive studio. The expansion requires the base game to be installed. The core of the gameplay hasn't changed, but a lot of new features, tweaks and new functions have been included. Novelties include Great Power mechanics – a special functionality, that gives access to new influence mechanics once you choose one of the great nations. Great Powers can threaten the weaker nations, or offer lucrative proposals, which can influence their internal politics. Europa Universalis IV: Rights of Man also includes a larger set of traits for individual leaders, awarding certain bonuses for countries they rule. State management has been expanded with new orders, while characteristics of some commanders can now influence their performance on the field of battle. Lastly, Coptic Christianity and fetishism have received new objectives.
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Football Manager 2017
November 4, 2016
Sports, Internet, Football Manager, Multiplayer, Football.
Another annual installment of one of the most popular football manager game series by Sports Interactive. Gameplay-wise, Football Manager 2017 is based on the foundations of its predecessors, and in the game, we take control of a football club of our choosing. Our responsibility is to lead it to both sports and financial success. While playing, we have to take care of all the aspects of managing a team, starting with acquiring and selling players, setting training schedules, creating tactics for subsequent matches, and all the way to "business" tasks, such as contacting the media, obtaining sponsors, managing the stadium, and overseeing the budget. Apart from a number of well-known and proven solutions, Football Manager 2017 also offers a traditional bunch of novelties and enhancements that enrich the gameplay as well as an updated database of actual clubs and their players.
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Ascension VR
August 1, 2016
Strategy, Indie Games, Internet, Card Games, Meta Quest / Oculus, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
An original, multiplayer-oriented card game created specifically for VR goggles. The player controls a 3D avatar chosen from among 52 characters. The player observes their avatar from a third-person view and the gameplay focuses on building up the deck. During subsequent battles and encounters with other players, one expands their deck with new cards. Each card has its different, unique properties and juggling them appropriately is the key to success here. Apart from the multiplayer component, the game offers a single player experience - in this case, the opponents are controlled by the game's advanced AI. High-quality visuals allowed the creators to implement effects such as one that synchronizes the avatar's lip movements with words spoken by the player. Ascension VR was released both for PCs and mobile devices. Owning a VR set is required to play this game.
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SMASH+GRAB
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Action, Beat 'em Up, Hack'and'slash, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Online, Singleplayer, TPP.
A multiplayer-oriented TPP action game developed by United Front Games. The plot of SMASH+GRAB takes place in a grim future, in a world governed by powerful corporations; however, the game features a satirical, exaggerated vide. The players assume the role of gang members participating in an underground entertainment show, in which criminal groups clash to see which team will be the first to steal 50,000$ from the storefronts. Two five-man teams participate in the game. Each group has a leader, his second-in-command, and three normal soldiers. During the fights, we can only use fists and improvised melee tools we have crafted ourselves. As we gain subsequent experience levels, we unlock new skills, accessories and elements to personalize the appearance of our heroes.
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Claire
July 8, 2014
Adventure, 2D, Horror, Indie Games, Singleplayer, Survival Horror.
A survival horror taking place in a 2D environment. The game is a debut project of an independent studio Hailstorm Games. The authors were inspired by classics such as Silent Hill or Clockwork. The player assumes the role of the titular character who, as a result of mysterious circumstances, has been imprisoned in a school infested by monsters. The girl has to face not only the monsters themselves but also the demons of her past. The gameplay focuses on exploration, inventory management and avoiding enemies – the teenager sneaks behind their backs, distracts them using various items and takes advantage of numerous available hideouts. The game also includes a Sanity meter – when the meter is full, it may result in protagonist’s demise. Claire includes different difficulty levels and a New Game Plus mode that allows the player to begin a new game without losing the acquired equipment.
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Con Man: The Game
August 25, 2016
Strategy, Economic, Singleplayer, Isometric View.
A mobile free-to-play economic strategy with comedy elements. Con Man: The Game bases on a license of Con Man, an internet series created by Alan Tudyk. The title makes fun of science-fiction movie genre. We assume the role of a Wray Nerely, a star of a cancelled series, who despite the loyal following from his fans doesn’t receive any new casting proposals. For a change, his friend from the set – Jack Moore makes a great movie career. In Con Man: The Game our task is to organize fan conventions that are frequented by the character from fictional series and movies, among them Wray Nerely and Jack Moore. The game includes a number of other plot threads and characters from Alan Tudyk’s series. The con has to be prepared – by inviting celebrities, setting up thematic stalls, summoning cosplayers, and so on – then making sure that it all runs smoothly. As a reward for our troubles, we gain new fans, and receive money needed to organize even more conventions. The game features a distinct satirical vibe, and fantasy fans will find a lot of tidbits and funny references.
Siralim 2
August 12, 2016
RPG, 2D, Dungeon Crawler, Fantasy, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Top-down, Turn-based.
A sequel to the oldschool RPG developed by Thylacine, the creators of the first installment in the series. Siralim 2 doesn't feature a complex plot; you play as the ruler of the eponymous kingdom, who sets out on a series of journeys, during which he has to recruit monsters and use them to fight his enemies. Interestingly, there is no final battle, and the locations and challenges are generated without end. The game features a bird's eye view, and the gameplay consists of exploring the dungeons, searching for treasure, completing quests, and combat. The battles are turn-based, but the protagonist doesn't fight in person, letting his monsters do it instead. Siralim 2 also features magic and crafting systems, and the money you earn can be spent on upgrading your castle, which means adding new building and rooms, unlocking new equipment, missions, and characters.
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Dofus Touch
August 17, 2017
RPG, 2D, Fantasy, Internet, MMO, MMORPG.
A mobile version of the popular MMORPG for PC which debuted back in 2004. Dofus Touch was developed by Ankama Studio. The game takes us to a fantasy world that consists of seventeen vast locations. The gameplay is focused on exploration of varied environments, collecting new equipment, fighting opponents taken straight out of medieval bestiaries, and developing our hero. The protagonist can represent one of eleven classes and thirty professions that let us, for example, trade of craft weapons. Apart from the PvE module, the game features a PvP mode that lets us fight other players. The title is powered by the technology used in the PC version, offering two-dimensional colorful graphics. Dofus Touch is free-to-play and offers optional micropayments.
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Preston Sterling
March 25, 2016
Adventure, Indie Games, Point-and-click, Action Adventure, Singleplayer.
A mix of a point-and-click adventure and action game developed by independent German studio Animation Arts. During the game the player assumes the role of the titular adventure seeker and treasure hunter named Preston Sterling, who is examining the secrets of various myths and legends from the British Isles. As one could guess, each of his adventures is filled with various dangers and the protagonist will encounter many characters, not all of whom are friendly towards him. The gameplay differs from typical action-adventure titles because in addition to exploring the locations, speaking to encountered characters and solving various logic puzzles, the player also participates in various action sequences such as sneaking past guards or avoiding traps. The action is shown from a third-person perspective, but during the riddle solving and manipulation of various items the camera switches to first-person perspective.
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Overfall
March 1, 2016
RPG, 2D, Strategic Elements, Fantasy, Roguelike, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
A hybrid of turn-based strategy game with the roguelike genre. The title was developed by the independent studio Pera Games. In Overfall the player visits a fantasy universe in which they takes control of a team of heroes whose objective is to find the lost king. The gameplay concentrates on exploring the procedurally-generated world, building diplomatic relations with various factions, completing quests and fighting various enemies. The exploration of the world, which is divided into islands, takes place in real time while the combat itself is turn-based and occurs on a tactical grid. The death of each of the characters is permanent, but the team can be complemented with characters encountered during the journey. As the game progresses, each of the protagonists learns new abilities and obtains new pieces of equipment. Overfall is based on Unity technology and features cartoonish graphics with hand-drawn characters.
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DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
November 30, 2015
Action, 2D, Shoot 'em Up, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A dynamic, side-scrolling shooter created by Pyramid studio. Planet Darius has been invaded by Belsers – an alien army that entrenched itself in the oceans and seas of the whole world. To combat the threat, the planet's inhabitants have prepared a new lethal weapon, the so called Burst System. The gameplay of DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours focuses on eliminating hordes of enemies – aside from normal cannon fodder, the enemy ranks are sometimes reinforced by tough bosses. Every level contains various power-ups that increase the firepower of one of the nine available fighters, and influence the attained score. Additionally, a number of varied weapons has been left at our disposal, from rocket launchers through laser cannons and up to energy wave generators. Using the trademark Burst System, which has a lot more stopping power, is limited by a special gauge, filled as we take on subsequent enemies. The game, divided into chapters, contains the entire contents present in DARIUSBURST: Another Chronicle, supplemented by new additions in form of new modes, missions, and vehicles. Among the game modes we can find the story campaign, as well as a set of challenges, and the Chronicle Mode. The latter is a set of 3000 levels unlocked by the players all around the world.
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Summon Night 6: Lost Borders
September 27, 2017
RPG, Strategic Elements, jRPG, Singleplayer, PlayStation Exclusive, Visual Novel.
The sixth major installment in the series of jRPGs enriched with elements of strategy, visual novel and dating simulation game, which was first launched in 2000. Summon Night 6: Lost Borders tells of three characters, each having their own companion: a flying creature with unique abilities. When strangers literally fell from the skies into the world of Fillujah, the protagonists decided to learn the secret they hide. The gameplay is based on two pillars. The first one being exploration of the environment that lets the heroes get acquainted with the game world, meet new characters, and accept various quests. The second one is turn-based combat in which players can use advanced tactics and special abilities and even join the forces of two party members to strengthen an attack. The title is enriched with a myriad of additional activities and minigames, including cooking meals, fishing, and so on.
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Quar: Battle for Gate 18
April 5, 2016
Strategy, FPP, Meta Quest / Oculus, PlayStation VR, Singleplayer, SteamVR, Turn-based, Isometric View, VR.
A turn-based strategy game which supports VR goggles. It was created by Steel Wool Games - a developer popular for Flyhunter Origins. Quar: Battle for Gate 18 is set in a fantasy world inhabited by a civilization of humanoid creatures known as Quar. Alykinder's crusade offers chances to end an 700-year long internal conflict over leadership - the crusaders aim to conquer all the lands belonging to Quar. The story campaign comprises of numerous, varied missions that culminate in the titular Battle for Gate 18. Between subsequent levels, the player returns to the base in order to cater for the soldiers and take care of technological development. Although the game is played from an isometric view, switching to the first-person perspective is possible when the player wants to walk around the buildings and among their subordinates. The game offers eighteen types of units, including infantry equipped with rifles, cavalry or armored vehicles for example. In terms of the art style, the game's setting references World War I.
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Jeeboman
April 5, 2016
Action, FPP, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
A first-person shooter that uses virtual reality technology. The game was designed by the creators of Cloudlands and A-10. Jeeboman takes place in a futuristic city that is attacked by an army of robots controlled from outer space by an alien civilization. The player is tasked with defending from the aggressors – both in the city and on the alien ship. When fighting the enemy, the player can use five different weapons, including a laser cannon, a shotgun and a rocket launcher. The protagonist also has a handy teleportation device, which enables him to quickly move through the battlefield. In Jeeboman the player can freely look around by using their head movements. The aiming is performed by using the controllers assigned to both hands. The game takes place in a three-dimensional environment created using the Unity technology. The music that accompanies the player during the game consists of fast, electronic tracks that compose themselves well with the general feel of the game.
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Thumper
October 11, 2016
Arcade, Indie Games, Meta Quest / Oculus, Music, PlayStation VR, Rhythm, Singleplayer, VR.
A music action game released by an independent studio – Drool. The development team includes individuals who have cooperated with Harmonix Music Systems. The players are tasked with defeating CRAKHED – a large, crazy head from the future that is threatening the world. The action is presented from a third-person perspective, with the main character being a space beetle. The gameplay consists of pressing the buttons to the rhythm, and jumping to parallel tracks, which allows us to acquire different bonuses, and avoid traps. The results of our actions can be tracked using a point counter present in the game, while the succeeding levels are characterized with increasing difficulty level. In Thumper’s psychedelic visuals, the major role is played by chromed surfaces, while one of the mainstays of the game, the soundtrack includes fast-paced and dynamic electronic music. The title makes use of virtual reality goggles, but they are not mandatory to play.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Salvation
September 6, 2016
Action, FPP, FPS, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Shooters.
The last, fourth DLC for Call of Duty: Black Ops III, released in November 2015. The expansion called Salvation is a part of the season pass, and similarly to the previous add-ons, it is available only for PC and 8th-generation consoles. As always, the expansion includes four new multiplayer maps: Citadel takes place in a medieval castle. Micro is a wacky map, featuring a picnic table, with the players taking control of miniaturized soldiers. Outlaw is a Black Ops II map, Standoff, only remade in a western fashion, while Rupture is a modified location from CoD: World at War, now presented as an advanced research outpost. Salvation DLC is also the conclusion of the cooperative Zombie mini-campaign, in which the protagonists fight for their souls, facing the mysterious Dr. Monty and his army of undead.
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Behold The Kickmen
July 20, 2017
Sports, 2D, Humorous, Indie Games, Football, Singleplayer.
A unique production by Size Five Games, featuring an unusual take on soccer but leaving almost nothing of its complex rules. The gameplay of Behold the Kickmen reflects what soccer looks like to someone who has little idea about the sport. You control the players running around the field and their task is to put the ball in between the opponent's goalposts. The game, however, is far from being realistic. Apart from goals, there is also e.g. a special point system, which grades accurate shots based on how far are you from your target. Additionally, some shots can be boosted, which slows time and makes targeting easier. The matches take place on round stadiums, and there are many gameplay options to choose from. The game features cartoonish 2D visuals and humorous character designs.
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Dark Souls III: Ashes of Ariandel
October 25, 2016
RPG, Fantasy, Internet, Co-op, Multiplayer, Action RPG, Singleplayer, Soulslike, TPP.
First major DLC expansion for the fantasy action RPG Dark Souls III, created by From Software studio. When it comes to mechanics, Ashes of Ariandel doesn’t introduce any major changes to the base game, focusing on complex combat system and clashes in which every encountered enemy can be a major hindrance to our hero. The expansion introduces a completely new, snow-covered location – Ariandel – in which we discover further secrets of the game world, taking on a number of new quests and fighting a whole new set of diverse enemies, including the series trademark – powerful bosses. An additional highlight is a special map for PvP encounters, called Hollow Arena. This set of additions is complemented by new weapons, armors, and spells, absent from the base game.
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Duskers
May 18, 2016
Strategy, 2D, Exploration Games, Strategic Elements, Roguelike, Singleplayer.
A strategy with roguelike elements, taking place in a post-apocalyptic science-fiction world. In Duskers, the player assumes the role of a drone operator, a survivor from a catastrophe that apparently annihilated every other person and changed the space into a cemetery full of dangerous monsters and other hazards. The player’s task is to discover the secret behind the tragedy and acquire the items necessary for survival. The gameplay focuses on exploring the depths of space using a drone and acquiring resources and parts necessary for upgrading our it. Our course is often crossed by aggressive beings that should rather be avoided, as weapons are a rarity in this game. Other hindrances include decaying drone elements, limited fuel supply and inaccurate sensors, as well as the fact that the loss of the machine results in game over. What’s interesting, the drone is controlled using directional keys, but other commands are issued through a command console. Duskers takes place in a two-dimensional environment, a features rather simple visuals.
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The Beginner's Guide
October 1, 2015
Adventure, Experimental/artistic, Exploration Games, FPP, Singleplayer.
An original narrative-driver production developed by the independent studio Everything Unlimited. It is another creation of Davey Wreden, the designer of the popular The Stanley Parable. The game focuses on the story of a complicated relation with a friend known as Coda. He is also a video game developer, and we get to browse the rich library of 134 titles he created. Each of them is a kind of a first-person perspective experience — completing each one takes just a few minutes and what is important: they are devoid of the characteristic elements of video games, such as an ultimate goal or the possibility of failure. The story, which is the main element of The Beginner’s Guide, is based on analysis of human psyche and cannot be unambiguously interpreted. The title is powered by the Source engine, while the gameplay is accompanied by the commentary of Davey Wreden himself, which is an integral part of the complex plot.
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Unseen Diplomacy
April 5, 2016
Action, FPP, Indie Games, Singleplayer, SteamVR, Espionage, VR.
An espionage VR Experience action game developed by the independent studio Triangular Pixels as a tech demo for the purposes of GameCity 2015. In time, the production evolved into a full-fledged commercial product for VR headsets. In Unseen Diplomacy, we assume the role of a secret British operative and, seeing the world from the protagonist’s eyes, perform subsequent missions with the aim of thwarting the plans of power-hungry criminals. While playing, we can try our hand at typical activities known from famous spy movies such as evading movement detectors, breaking into safes, acquiring secret information, sneaking through ventilation shafts, and even visiting a moon base. During all of these activities, we make use of specific capabilities of VR headsets and supported motion controllers.
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Star Crusade CCG
September 8, 2016
Strategy, 2D, Internet, Card Games, Multiplayer, For 2 Players, Science Fiction, Singleplayer.
A card game set in far future and created by ZiMAD - an independent developer. The player joins the fight for control over the galaxy, stepping into the ranks of one of six factions available - those represent different races and have unique technologies at their disposal, which results in a variety of applicable play-styles. This futuristic world has a rich history and the player gets acquainted with it alongside progression. The player's goal is to build up their deck and test it when encountering other players. The game offers over 400 cards, as well as different leaders and special abilities. Star Crusade CCG features three components: the Casual Mode allows the player to improve their skills; the Raid Mode is a campaign requiring the player to assume control over as large part of the galaxy as possible; in the Ranked Mode on the other hand, the player competes against others in ranked matches. The experience is complemented by side missions and random events the player can take part in. Interestingly, Star Crusade CCG allows for cross-platform competition.
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Skate or Die
December 31, 1988
Sports, 2D, Skateboard, Hotseat, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer.
Created with a slight wink of an eye sports arcade game, dedicated to skateboarding. At Skate or Die we can take part in five competitions: Freestyle Ramp, High Jump, Downhill Race, Downhill Jam and Pool Joust, designed for solo fun or local competition between players.
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Ski or Die
December 31, 1990
Sports, Hotseat, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Extreme Sports, Winter Sports.
Based on a similar concept Skate or Die agility game dedicated to winter extreme sports. In the game we take part in four different competitions: Downhill Blitz, Innertube Trash, Acro Aerials and Snowboard Halfpipe. The fifth mode of play is an arcade battle for snowmobiles from the perspective of the first person.
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A-10 VR
April 5, 2016
Action, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, SteamVR, VR.
An arcade shooter set in the future, created by Futuretown studio for virtual reality devices. Players are put in a special, orbital capsule, and have to eliminate incoming enemies of a few types: from basic cannon fodder, up to heavily armored opponents, which require much ammunition to take down. We can’t move around, our movement being limited to looking around, using VR goggles and dedicated controllers for aiming. A-10 VR offers four distinct game modes, including Practice – in which we are invulnerable – through Time Mode, Survival Mode, to Attack Mode, in which we respectively race with time, try to survive for as long as possible, or attack enemies while avoiding incoming missiles.
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Dawn of the Devs
cancelled
Arcade, 2D, Crowdfunding, Indie Games, Platformers, Singleplayer.
A two-dimensional platformer in which we find ourselves in the world of Wicked World of Gaming, where we have to face the negative aspects of the video game industry. During the game we play as characters modelled on famous developers, including Tim Schafer from Double Fine Productions, Cliff Bleszinski from Boss Key Productions and Hideo Kojima from Kojima Productions.
Krai Mira
July 11, 2016
RPG, Post-apocalypse, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
A post-apocalyptic role-playing game by TallTech Studio. It is set in a grim world, in which radiation is not the only threat — one has to be wary also of looter gangs and mutated animals. Mechanics-wise, Krai Mira is similar to classic Fallout games. The game utilizes an isometric view, and the feeling of déja vu is only strengthened by the mostly brown color palette. The gameplay focuses on exploring the environment, completing main quests and side quests, as well as fighting enemies in turn-based combat. As the game progresses, the protagonist gains experience points and levels up while gathering better weapons and armor — curiously, you can create a makeshift armor out of an appropriately prepared tire. The visuals are not exactly stunning, but the atmospheric, ambient music is enjoyable.
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Guardian Codex
November 4, 2016
RPG, Fantasy, Internet, Multiplayer, Science Fiction, Singleplayer, Turn-based.
A mobile RPG with turn-based combat system, developed by an in-house studio of Square Enix. Guardian Codex takes place in the year 2030. The planet was split by a conflict between the Empire and the Resistance. When the second faction is pushed to defense, it decides to use a different tactic and sends their agents to the titular Codex, a virtual version of old times. The player that assumes the role of one of such agents is tasked with finding the legendary creatures known as Guardians and taking them to real world where they can be used against the Empire. The mechanics of the game are typical for classic Japanese RPGs in which the player is exploring, completing quests, speaking with other characters and fighting the enemies in a turn-based system. The combat is important since defeating the Guardians enables the player to make them join his party and the gameplay is focused mostly on collecting and developing them.
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Flat Kingdom: Paper's Cut Edition
April 7, 2016
Action, 2.5D, Puzzle Elements, Fantasy, Indie Games, Metroidvania, Platformers, Side-scroll, Singleplayer.
A debut project developed by an independent studio Fat Panda Games – a 2D platformer in Metroidvania style. Flat Kingdom Paper’s Cut Edition takes us to the titular realm where people have always lived in happiness and wealth. The peace is over, though, as Hex - a three-dimensional thief - is back. He stole the six Magical Jewels that kept the flat world away from the third dimension and, to make matters worse, he kidnapped the heir to the throne. Assuming the role of a young man named Flat, you need to save the princess and bring back order to the realm. Gameplay consists in jumping on platforms and solving simple environment puzzles. What makes the title different is the hero’s extraordinary set of abilities – depending on the situation, he can transform into a square, triangle, or circle and use it in combat which follows rules similar to those in rock-paper-scissors game.
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Onward
March 25, 2025
Action, FPP, FPS, Indie Games, Internet, Meta Quest / Oculus, Multiplayer, Online, SteamVR, Shooters, Tactics, VR, Modern Conflicts.
A tactical shooter created by the indie developer Downpour Interactive. The game was developed for VR multiplayer matches, where the players use VR goggles and dedicated motion controllers. In Onward, players fight on modern battlefields in different environments, under changing weather conditions, and with the addition of a day-night cycle. Unlike the other first-person shooters on the market, Onward is deprived of many conveniences that are characteristic of the genre: no HUD, no ammo indicator, no crosshair. Additionally, the respawn rate for a single match is strictly limited. Thus, the key to success lies in working out effective tactics, using surroundings to your advantage, and maintaining clear communication between you and your teammates - all of this is a must. Visuals are on a quite satisfying level, and the usage of realistic weapon sound effects is a nice touch.
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SSX (2000)
October 26, 2000
Sports, Multiplayer, Splitscreen, Singleplayer, Snowboard, PlayStation Exclusive.
A dynamic sports game dedicated to professional snowboarding. The key to success is not only the ability to drive fast, but also the ability to perform spectacular cascading evolutions and pushing enemies out of the route.
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