If you’ve been craving a fresh sci-fi metroidvania with haunting beauty and fluid traversal, MIO: Memories In Orbit should definitely be on your radar. Publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Douze Dixièmes just dropped a brand-new gameplay trailer alongside a free demo, giving players their first hands-on look at this mesmerizing indie title. Now available on Steam and the Microsoft Store, the demo serves up 2-3 hours of gameplay from the start of the full experience—complete with a secret area and a tough-as-nails challenge for those bold enough to explore every corner of the mysterious Vessel. What Is MIO: Memories In…
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Indie studio Pipistrello Games is ready to sling some retro-flavored action your way with Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, launching May 28, 2025, on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. In this 2D platforming adventure, you’ll step into the wings of Pippit, a courageous little bat determined to restore the Pipistrello family’s honor after his beloved aunt is kidnapped. Armed with nothing but a cursed yoyo and a lot of heart, Pippit takes on the neon-lit underworld of a sprawling city filled with corporate corruption, colorful characters, and crime bosses who won’t go down without a fight.…
Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey in BIOMORPH, a stunning 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania adventure that reinvents the genre. Now available on PS5, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, this Ubisoft-backed title combines breathtaking visuals with innovative gameplay mechanics to deliver an unforgettable experience. And with a unique twist: your enemies aren’t just obstacles—they’re opportunities. Transform into any creature you defeat and harness their abilities to overcome challenges and explore the fascinating world of Ilios. A New Kind of Metroidvania Adventure In BIOMORPH, you step into the shoes of Harlo, one of the last of their kind, with the…
Get ready to dive into Maui the Shapeshifter, a stunning 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania from Play on Worlds, the studio behind *Ebenezer and the Invisible World*. During the Future Games Show at Gamescom, the game’s first trailer was unveiled, showcasing the adventures of the legendary Polynesian demigod Maui. In Maui the Shapeshifter, you’ll harness the demigod’s mythical shapeshifting abilities to protect the wildlife of a Polynesian island from the corrupting influence of Cemyk, a sinister being from another world. With the aid of spirit Aumakua, Maui can transform into various majestic animals, using these forms to overcome obstacles and challenges scattered…
Exciting news from the Awesome Indies Showcase! Developer 2Awesome Studio and publisher CRITICAL REFLEX have announced that the highly anticipated cyberpunk metroidvania, Altered Alma, will kick off its Kickstarter campaign on September 3, 2024. To mark the occasion, the game’s first high-octane demo will also drop on Steam, giving players an adrenaline-fueled preview of what’s to come. Step into the neon-soaked streets of Neo-Barcelona in this visually stunning cyberpunk adventure! In Altered Alma, you play as Jack, a young ex-mercenary on a mission to protect those he loves. As you navigate through this dystopian city, you’ll engage in fast-paced…
Exciting times ahead for gamers! We’re getting closer to the big release of Shadow of the Ninja – Reborn on August 29th for all platforms. Even better, a playable demo will be available to download on several platforms, offering a taste of the fun and challenge to come. In collaboration with Natsume Atari and ININ, and developed by the iconic Japan-based Tengo Project (creators of Pocky and Rocky, Wild Guns, and more), this release is set to impress, especially since many developers from the original game over 30 years ago are involved. Don’t wait! Pre-orders for Shadow of the Ninja…