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Winsage

April 23, 2025

This cartridge lets you run a fake Windows 3.1 on your Game Boy, complete with Minesweeper

The GBS Windows cartridge, created by Rubenretro using GB Studio, allows users to experience a faux version of Windows 3.1 on the Game Boy. It includes applications like Minesweeper, a media player, and Paint, enabling creative expression with features such as printing via a Game Boy printer. The cartridges have sold out due to high demand, but customers can sign up on Etsy for restock notifications.

AppWizard

April 20, 2025

Survival horror word-em-up Blood Typers rolls out the Scarlet Carpet for its grand finale update

Blood Typers is an indie game that combines survival horror elements with typing mechanics and features proximity chat co-op. Upon its initial release, it lacked a definitive ending, prompting developers to improve the game continuously. The recent update, ‘The Scarlet Finale,’ includes hotfixes, balance adjustments, and introduces the final story mission. The game is available on Steam for £8.50 with a 10% discount until April 25th. Full patch notes are accessible on Steam, and the game aims to enhance the player experience.

AppWizard

April 15, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: DREDGE, unmemory, Psychofunk, more

Today, there are significant game and app deals available, including a 50% price reduction on the indie game DREDGE. The Best Buy Spring Sale features discounts on the OnePlus 13, OnePlus Open, and unlocked Pixel 9 Pro Fold units, with discounts of up to 5%. ASUS has released a new dual-screen laptop, and promotions for the Galaxy S25 Ultra are ongoing. Other notable games include unmemory and Psychofunk.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Indie Game Utsav Steam sale features 110+ Indian games with discounts up to 80% – The Times of India

Indie Game Utsav and Comic Con India are hosting their first Steam sale from April 10 to 20, 2025, featuring over 110 Indian-made and Indian-origin PC games at discounts of up to 80%. The event will be highlighted on Steam's global frontpage from April 18 to 20. Concurrently, Indie Game Utsav will debut at the Mumbai Comic Con 2025 on April 12-13, showcasing over 40 indie games for PC and console. Industry partners include Intel, Xbox, Xsolla, Specter, and Nodwin Gaming, with IGDA India as the community partner. Featured titles include Bao Bao's Cozy Laundromat, Fears to Fathom, and Raji: An Ancient Epic, along with upcoming titles for wishlisting. The Steam sale page will remain active until April 20 at 11 PM IST.

AppWizard

April 9, 2025

Xbox’s South of Midnight Fails to Resonate with PC Gamers

South of Midnight has not resonated with the PC gaming community as anticipated, but its availability on Xbox Game Pass may improve its reception on consoles. There is a lack of transparent player data from Xbox, making it difficult to assess the game's performance. The game's peak player count is 1.4K, which is disappointing compared to other titles. In contrast, the indie game Schedule I has reached a peak of 459K players.

AppWizard

March 27, 2025

Indie Game Festival to debut at Mumbai Comic Con: 40 Indian PC and console games at showcase – The Times of India

The inaugural Indie Game Utsav will take place at the Mumbai Comic Con on April 12-13, 2025, showcasing 40 homegrown PC and console games at the Jio World Convention Centre. Supported by Xbox, Xsolla, and Nodwin Gaming, the festival aims to help indie creators overcome challenges in the industry. PC gaming constitutes 22 percent of India's video game revenue, with a global Steam player base of 132 million. The event will facilitate interactions with international publishers like Krafton, Epic Games, and Devolver Digital, and will include networking events, pitch sessions, and skill-building workshops. Pre-event activities will feature a two-day session by RawFury, workshops by Epic Games, and a Game Maker Mixer. The festival's founder, Avichal Singh, aims to help quality indie games from India achieve success, reflecting the potential demonstrated by titles like Raji: An Ancient Epic.

AppWizard

March 26, 2025

The World Is A Mess, But This New Tiny Boat Game Lets You Clean It Up

Spilled is a new indie game launched on PC by developer Lente, where players control a boat equipped with a vacuum, water cannon, and crane to clean up black goo left by vessels across various biomes. The objective is to collect and recycle the goo into coins for boat upgrades. Initial gameplay involves simple goo collection, while later stages present larger challenges. Players witness the return of sea creatures as they clean, enhancing the visual experience. The main storyline lasts about an hour, but exploration can extend gameplay to two hours. Future iterations may include additional levels and cooperative gameplay options.

AppWizard

March 19, 2025

ID@Xbox has paid out $5bn to indie devs so far

Microsoft's indie support initiative, ID@Xbox, has distributed over a billion dollars to independent developers since its launch in 2013. In the past year, more than 1,000 titles were released through the program, which has collaborated with over 5,000 developers worldwide and involved approximately 6,000 titles. The program aims to empower developers to reach audiences across multiple platforms, including console, PC, and cloud.

AppWizard

March 7, 2025

Pantaloon rolls out publishing label

Pantaloon has launched a new publishing label that includes two titles: the narrative-driven game Sub-Verge and a Solitaire project named Occlude. The newsletter has nearly 30,000 subscribers and aims to support development partners by promoting unconventional and experimental games. The label's motto is “A home for misfits,” reflecting its commitment to nurturing creative minds in the gaming industry.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

Publisher Acclaim is making a return

Acclaim, a publisher founded in 1987 and previously bankrupt in 2004, is making a comeback under the leadership of Alex Josef, who was the CEO of Graffiti Games. The company plans to support independent studios with funding, marketing, and public relations, while also reviving classic franchises. Notable advisors include Russell Binder, Mark Caplan, and Jeff Jarrett. Jeff Jarrett expressed excitement about the revival, highlighting the impact of great games and the opportunity to create memorable experiences for new gamers. Acclaim aims to honor its legacy while fostering innovation in the indie game space.