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15 indie PC games that will make you forget about AAA titles
AppWizard
February 11, 2025

15 indie PC games that will make you forget about AAA titles

- Hades is a roguelike dungeon crawler from Supergiant Games that combines action and storytelling. - Stardew Valley is a farming simulation game featuring pixel art and a soothing soundtrack, allowing players to manage a farm and build relationships. - Neon White is a fast-paced game that mixes first-person shooting and platforming, utilizing cards for moves and featuring vibrant art. - The Long Dark is a survival game set in a post-apocalyptic wilderness, focusing on resource management and strategic decision-making. - Sifu is a martial arts game with an aging mechanic that adds strategy to skill development and combat. - Slay the Spire combines deck-building with roguelike elements, offering easy-to-learn mechanics and challenging gameplay. - Undertale is an RPG known for its unique storytelling and player interaction, featuring quirky characters and memorable dialogue. - Hollow Knight is a Metroidvania game with hand-drawn art, intricate world design, and challenging gameplay that rewards exploration. - Celeste is a platformer that addresses mental health themes while providing challenging gameplay and beautiful pixel art. - Tunic is an adventure game inspired by classic titles, encouraging exploration in a mysterious world filled with secrets. - 1000xResist features a thought-provoking narrative, though its gameplay may not be as polished as others. - Balatro is a humor-infused strategy game developed by a solo creator, known for its addictive gameplay. - Pacific Drive is a driving adventure game set in the Olympic Exclusion Zone, combining exploration with survival elements. - Cocoon is a puzzle game with innovative design and intuitive gameplay, set in beautifully crafted worlds. - Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a horror game that emphasizes atmosphere and psychological tension, redefining the genre.
Neowiz inks $8m publishing deal with developer Zakazane
AppWizard
November 13, 2024

Neowiz inks $8m publishing deal with developer Zakazane

Neowiz has entered a multi-million dollar publishing agreement with Polish developer Zakazane, acquiring global publishing rights for Zakazane's first project, an Old West RPG. Zakazane was founded in 2022 by veterans from CD Projekt Red and 11Bit Studios. Neowiz co-CEO Seung-Cheol Kim emphasized the company's commitment to narrative-driven games and the synergy with Zakazane. Zakazane's CEO, Jan Bartkowicz, noted a mutual understanding of vision between the two companies.
10 amazing games you can play with a modest GPU
AppWizard
October 18, 2024

10 amazing games you can play with a modest GPU

Star Wars Battlefront II can run on a GTX 1060 3GB. DOOM Eternal requires a GTX 1050 Ti. Batman: Arkham Knight can be played with a GTX 760. Alien: Isolation runs on a GTX 660. NieR: Automata needs a GTX 980 or better. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt requires a GTX 770. Shadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition can be played with a GTX 1060 6GB. Far Cry 3 requires a GTX 600-series GPU. Life is Strange Remastered runs on a GTX 1060. Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Director's Cut is compatible with basic GPUs.
A Disco Elysium successor studio has been announced for the second time today, meaning there are now 4 companies battling for the title of ZA/UM's true inheritor
AppWizard
October 12, 2024

A Disco Elysium successor studio has been announced for the second time today, meaning there are now 4 companies battling for the title of ZA/UM’s true inheritor

Dark Math Games, a new studio founded by former ZA/UM developers, is creating a role-playing game titled XXX Nightshift, which resembles Disco Elysium. Heiti Kender is the current director, while Kaur Kender has resigned. The studio aims to innovate traditional RPG mechanics, promising a gameplay style with "a few less words and a few more bullets." The game features a dialogue presentation similar to Disco Elysium and is set in a narrative involving a "Patrol Operative" at a luxurious Antarctic ski resort.
God Of War: Ragnarok's PC port is out and it fixes one of the game’s most annoying quirks
AppWizard
September 19, 2024

God Of War: Ragnarok’s PC port is out and it fixes one of the game’s most annoying quirks

The PC port of God of War: Ragnarok has been released nearly two years after its launch on PS4 and PS5. A notable feature in the PC version is the option to mute Kratos' son, Atreus, which was not available in the original console versions. The PC port also includes audio descriptions for cinematic sequences, streaming gifs for platforms like Twitch and YouTube, and compatibility with NVIDIA and AMD’s upscaling technologies for ultrawide monitors with a 32:9 aspect ratio. The game requires between 175GB to 190GB of hard drive space and is available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The recommended PC specifications are demanding, and users have reported that performance on the Steam Deck is limited to 30FPS on the lowest settings.
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is coming to the PC on September 19th
AppWizard
August 17, 2024

Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is coming to the PC on September 19th

Revolution Software announced that the remake of Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged will launch on PC on September 19th. A new trailer showcasing the game's visuals and gameplay has been released. The remake features reimagined backgrounds and reanimated character sprites, along with upgraded audio. It introduces a new 'story mode' that balances narrative and gameplay progression. Charles Cecil, CEO of Revolution Software, noted the evolution of user experience since the original game's release in the '90s, aiming to appeal to a new generation of gamers while retaining the passion of its long-time fan base.
Owlcat Games opens publishing arm
AppWizard
August 14, 2024

Owlcat Games opens publishing arm

Owlcat Games is transitioning into publishing to support indie studios focused on role-playing games and narrative-driven titles. The company will offer financial backing and guidance to developers, having already signed two projects: Rue Valley from Serbia's Emotion Spark Studio and Another Angle Games from Poland. Additionally, Owlcat has acquired control of Meta Publishing, the firm behind Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. The head of publishing, Andrey Tsvetkov, emphasized the company's desire to collaborate with teams passionate about storytelling, even if their games are not strictly RPGs.
Kill The Shadow is a new narrative-driven detective puzzle game, PC demo available for download
AppWizard
July 28, 2024

Kill The Shadow is a new narrative-driven detective puzzle game, PC demo available for download

663 Games has announced a new narrative-driven detective puzzle game titled Kill The Shadow, developed by Shadowlight Sanctuary. The game is set in the alternate post-war Dark Water City, where players assume the role of Detective Ah’Guang to solve a series of murders. Players will utilize skills such as eloquence, intelligence, and time manipulation to gather clues and investigate various cases, including the disappearance of Master Ruan and the discovery of dismembered limbs. The game emphasizes player agency, allowing customization of abilities like strength, spirit, and charm. An official trailer has been released, and a demo version is available on the Steam store, with the full release expected later this year for PC.
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