RetroSpace review: one of the indie games of the year?
Our RetroSpace review: a disco space station to explore, sickly clones and a few bugs. An indie immersive sim, rated Excellent.
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MR. RECORDS demo passes 25,000 players on Steam
MR. RECORDS, the rhythm game from French studio Glee-Cheese, has passed 25,000 players on its Steam demo, which now includes a level editor.
Geometry Rift: Apocalypse, the indie gem you shouldn’t miss
Geometry Rift: Apocalypse blends Geometry Wars with Vampire Survivors. A father and his 16-year-old son are making it, and the free demo is on Steam.
PAPERHEAD, the cardboard shooter that’s a hit on Steam
PAPERHEAD sits at 95% positive reviews two weeks after its Steam launch. A cardboard shooter from Kazakhstan, with a magical pencil and music by Joonas Turner.
Mycopunk review: brilliant gunplay held back by crashes
Mycopunk hits 1.0 on PS5, straight into PS Plus Extra. The gunplay, moddable weapons and enemies to dismantle shine, the crashes far less so: rated Good.
Crisis Cabinet 7.1 lets you climb your way to power
Crisis Cabinet 7.1 adds Road to Power, a mode where you build a political career before taking office. We loved this indie strategy game.
Enshrouded 1.0 beginner’s guide: how to get started
Enshrouded is out in 1.0. A fresh save, the Flame Altar, the grappling hook, the glider and your time in the Shroud: our tips for a strong start.
Tenebris Somnia review: a retro tribute to Clock Tower
Tenebris Somnia blends pixel art with live-action horror scenes. A gripping story held back by heavy controls: our review, rated Good.
Enshrouded review: the survival game to play right now
Enshrouded hits 1.0 with its full map. Exploring, building and cooking all feed each other: our PS5 review, rated Extraordinary.
Boltgun 2 review: a gorier sequel that outguns the original
Boltgun 2 review: gorier, faster and better built than the first game, this Warhammer 40K boomer shooter hits hard despite some visual chaos.