All posts tagged in indie game
Sep 16, 2019
.Age is a cute little village creation game that gets pretty crazy!
Every time I play a new game where I get to build and create, I tend not to put it down for a while. .Age is a soon-to-be-released village builder that takes place in the dark ages. The developer describes the game as being almost a hybrid of Faster than Light and The Settlers, to give an idea as to what to expect in gameplay.
In .Age, you are the village elder in a town that has cursed with an apocalyptic curse. This causes all kinds of trouble for you and the villagers that you must protect while growing your village. You will need to gather resources and do research as your town grows, which will aid in the health and wealth of your citizens.
The game plays in a turn based style, giving you the opportunity to plan how you will respond to each crazy event that comes out of being a cursed town. You will face a wide variety of trials and tribulations, such as allergies, earthquakes and even volcanoes. Do you have what it takes to survive this terrible blight?
.Age Trailer
.Age will be released this year and will be available for Mac, Pc and Linux. For more information about .Age, you can check out the Steam page, and don’t forget to wishlist while you are there. For up to date info on the game, be sure to follow the developers on Twitter.
- Sep 15, 2019
I really enjoy the relaxing aspects that I can always find in building games like Feelin.
I love to just kick back and relax with my laptop (or Switch if the game calls for it) and just build to my hearts content. Games like Minecraft and Dragon Quest Builders 2 that let you build as much as your imagination allows. I definitely get that feeling from Feelin, an artistic world-building sandbox game.
Feelin has a super soft look that never gives off anything but chill vibes. To top it off, the building aspect is actually just as relaxing as the art style. Use simple materials like wood and stone to build anything that you want.
You get to be on your very own deserted island, with no one to put limitations on your creations. Build towering treehouses with a winding staircase, or even your own little town. Build a boat house over the water on stilts, or a lighthouse to overlook all that you have made.
Whatever it is that you wish to build, you can in Feelin. Feelin is currently in early access on Steam if you would like to give it a try. This is certainly a title that I am going to keep my eye on! If you would also like to keep an eye on it, be sure to follow the game on Twitter.
- Sep 14, 2019
One of my favorite indie games, Village Monsters, has been making leaps and bounds in production.
I absolutely love Village Monsters! Not too long ago, I even got the chance to sit down with the developer, Josh Bossie, to get the inside scoop on what Village Monsters is all about. So in case you missed it, you can find everything you need to know about the basics right there.
Since then, there has been a lot going on in the world of Village Monsters. The biggest probably being that there is a new demo now available, so we all get to check out the updates to Village Monsters for ourselves. As for what changes have come recently…there are plenty.
Village Monsters Update
One of my favorite new additions in the Village Monsters update is the inclusion of taming creatures. You can get your own critter to follow you, and share all the joy and tribulations on your journey with a little partner.
There is also now a jobs board to help keep you busy in between primary goals. You will use the board to help you get closer with some of the monsters around town. Complete a little mini game (or job) for a character, and they will grow to like you that much more.
Some of the changes made the game a bit more aesthetically pleasing. Lots of adjustments to lighting have made the game easier on the eyes. Changes to the music and sound effects have also given the game a more soothing feel.
Village Monsters Trailer
For more in-depth information on all the changes coming to Village Monsters, be sure to check out the official Village Monsters website. You can also follow the developer on Twitter to stay up-to-date on Village Monsters.
- Sep 11, 2019
During a recent live-stream on Twitch of Bitsummit, the Indie Game Festival, from Tokyo Game Show 2019 we got a closer look at the gameplay of Giraffe and Annika! This adorable 3D adventure & rhythm-based action RPG with a cat-eared protagonist is coming this year (2019) on PC! You can even wishlist the game now on Steam right here. Giraffe and Annika and developed by atelier mimina and published by Sony Music Entertainment and they have confirmed that there will be a PS4 and Switch release sometime later.
About Giraffe and Annika
Join the cat-eared heroine Annika on her adventures in the mysterious island of Spica! Tasked by the young boy Giraffe, she sets off to find pieces of the stars. Solve the islands hidden mysteries!
Key Features
- Adventure! Explore the mysterious Island of Spica! Uncover hidden secrets on the island!
- Rhythm! Defeat bosses with the beat! Synchronize your attacks to the music to overcome challenges!
- Comic! See the world of Giraffe & Annika brought to life in beautiful, manga-inspired style!
- Dungeons! Challenge five unique dungeons on the island to recover the star fragments and help recover Annika’s memories!
- Collectibles! Find cute cat collectibles hidden all over the island! Expand your gallery and unlock prizes!
If you’re interested in the rhythm-based action aspect, check out our article on Cadence of Hyrule here.
- Sep 10, 2019
Unrailed is a chaotic co-op multiplayer (online and local) where you have to work together with your friends to build a train track across endless procedurally generated worlds. Master random encounters with its inhabitants, upgrade your train and keep it from derailing! Unrailed is developed by Indoor Astronaut and published by Daedalic Entertainment and blibili. This adorable low-poly voxel inspired building game is available now on Steam Early Access here.
About Unrailed!
Your train is constantly moving and you have to hurry to build tracks by gathering the resources (wood, iron) around the unique levels. However, you only have access to one of each tool type within your team. Cooperating is therefore paramount as you will also encounter several obstacles. For example, flocks of ‘unbudging’ cows, choke points due to the terrain, and the possibility of your engines catching fire. Upgrade your train to effectively overcome certain obstacles by adding an atomic engine, upgrading your crafting wagon, attaching a supercharger, and more! You can choose to play cooperatively with up to 4 friends, or if your teammates don’t conduct themselves to your liking, compete against them in 2 vs. 2 challenges!
Key Features
- An intense and chaotic railroad construction experience
- Online and local couch co-op multiplayer
- Procedurally generated worlds with different difficulty levels
- Dynamic weather system & day and night cycle
- Game modes: Endless, Quick (up to 4 players) and Versus (2 vs 2 players)
- Distinct biomes (5+)
- A bunch of upgradable wagons (10+) to modify your train in Endless mode
- Unlockable characters
- A replay system
- Simple controls & split controller mode
- Blocky to the core
If you’re a fan of this art style and procedurally generated maps, then check out our article here: Cube World Is Finally Within Our Reach. If you like doing puzzles that involve trains, go here: All Aboard on Steam – Locomotion is Out Today.
- Sep 6, 2019
A Short Hike is a little peaceful exploration game about hiking up a mountain. As of July 30th, 2019, sole indie developer adamgryu (adam robinson-yu) released his adorable relaxing adventure game for PC, Mac, and Linux on Steam here and Itch.io here. The game is only $7.99 US and is already receiving a large amount of very positive reviews.
About A Short Hike
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park. Follow the marked trails or explore the back-country as you make your way to the summit. Along the way, meet other hikers, discover hidden treasures, and take in the world around you. (Description from Steam bio)
Key Features
- Explore the island any way you like. Choose your own path to follow and see where it leads you. You never know what you might stumble into!
- Hike at your own pace — there’s no need to rush to the summit! Take your time fishing along the river banks or swimming by the lakeshore.
- Collect hidden treasures to reach new heights. Try taking a dive off the mountain peaks to soar above the forests.
- Chat with the other hikers you meet along your route. You might be able to help each other out!
- Listen to a lush original soundtrack by Mark Sparling that progresses dynamically as you explore the wilderness.
For more information about A Short Hike, you can go to the official website here. Furthermore, if you enjoy playing short and calming games, check out our review here: Solo Islands of the Heart Review – An Introspective Journey About Love.
- Sep 4, 2019
Fields of Mistria is a 2D farming and life simulation RPG currently in early stages of development. The developers say they were inspired by titles such as Harvest Moon, Stardew Valley, and Rune Factory. Therefore, Fields of Mistria is definitely on our radar. The game will initially be for PC, but other ports are a possibility as the development of Fields of Mistria continues. See below for what we know so far!
About Fields of Mistria
You’ve arrived to this region ready to start a new life after learning of an unusual opportunity. The village of Mistria, tucked between forest and sea, has offered a generous plot of land to any capable adventurer willing to help rebuild and defend it after an earthquake causes widespread damage and unseals ancient monster-filled ruins nearby.
Key Features
- Create your character with dozens of customization options.
- Farm, Fish, Mine & Craft your way to revitalized town.
- Follow the storylines of 30+ townspeople.
- Defeat monsters and discover treasures as you explore ancient ruins and uncover the secrets of the town’s past.
- Find your ideal match and start a family with one of 10 possible marriage candidates.
Marriage Candidates
On the official website here, we get our first look at the concept art of two characters that we have the option to marry in-game; Celine and Balor. Celine loves nature, gardening, and studying plants, whilst Balor is a rogue-turned-merchant with a mysterious past! We here at myPotatoGames are excited to see what other characters the development team have in store.
Concept Illustrations
Looking at the beautiful artwork by artist Matt Cummings, makes us anxious to start our adventure and discover all of these intriguing locations! Anyone else getting Claude Monet vibes from these images? Because we’re really digging the impressionism paintings here. Although the gameplay itself will be designed with a pixel art-style, we still think we’re in good hands.
You can follow Fields of Mistria on their Twitter page here as they share their progress. If you want the latest news on Story of Seasons, check out our article here: Doraemon Story Of Seasons Release Date Confirmed. If you’re looking to play other farming simulation games, check out this article: Fantastic Farming Games for Console Gamers.
- Sep 2, 2019
Milo’s Quest is an adorable indie title about a dog on a journey.
Having just celebrated International Dog Day, we can’t think of a better time to share what we could find out about Milo’s Quest. This title is currently in development by solo artist Juliano Ferreira de Lima, who you can follow on Twitter to keep up to date on all his wonderful projects. We can never really get enough of games that have doggies as their protagonist, and this game sure fits those boots. Those lovable little creatures make for the perfect champion in any odyssey.
A bit about Milo’s Quest
Things are heating up for this peppy puppy. Milo’s Quest is an adorably colored 2D adventure puzzle game that stars a super brave little pupper. The game revolves around exploring and solving puzzles to find keys, a classic formula that we know and love. You will also need to find “relics” which are items that will imbue you with abilities to help you stomp the ghastly ghosts that attempt to hinder your progress. There will also be boss battles dotting the path, all with the same Uber-adorable colors and graphic style as the rest of this charming indie title. The game will also feature themed levels with weather effects, as the developer mentioned that being a favorite feature of his in games that he enjoys.
Official Alpha Gameplay Trailer
For more information on this cute game and its developer, you can check out Juliano on Behance. For more awesome doggie games, you can check out our list of adorable dog games!
