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March 2, 2025

Rusty Rabbit turns Yakuza’s Kazuma Kiryu into a fluffy bunny

Nitro Plus is developing a new title called Rusty Rabbit, which combines storytelling with a 2D mascot platformer format. The game features a middle-aged rabbit named Rusty, who enjoys carrot cigars and is voiced by the actor known for Yakuza's Kazuma Kiryu. Players explore a vibrant world filled with remnants of a human civilization, engaging in gameplay that mixes elements of Steamworld Dig and metroidvania. A demo is available on Steam, allowing players to pilot a power suit through challenges while experiencing Rusty's relatable personality. The game aims to attract both genre fans and newcomers.

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March 2, 2025

Trailer Round-Up: The Surfer, Havoc, The Assessment, A Minecraft Movie, Eden, Andor: Season 2 and More

- The Surfer: Directed by Lorcan Finnegan, starring Nicolas Cage, in theaters May 2. Cage plays a father trying to reconnect with his son through surfing, facing a local surfer gang. Critics praise Cage's performance. - Havoc: Directed by Gareth Evans, starring Tom Hardy, on Netflix April 25. Hardy plays a detective trying to rescue a politician’s son from a drug deal. - The Assessment: Starring Elizabeth Olsen and Himesh Patel, in theaters March 21 and on VOD April 8. Set in a dystopian future where procreation is a privilege, it features a cold assessor played by Alicia Vikander. - A Minecraft Movie: Directed by Jared Hess, in theaters April 4. Features Jack Black and Jason Momoa, following characters in the Minecraft universe. - Eden: Directed by Ron Howard, follows German settlers in the 1930s attempting to create a self-sufficient community in the Galápagos Islands. U.S. release date pending, premieres in Germany this April. - Holland: Starring Nicole Kidman, on Prime Video March 27. A psychological thriller exploring hidden secrets in suburban life. - A Working Man: Jason Statham stars in a revenge thriller, in theaters March 28. - Sacramento: A buddy comedy featuring Michael Cera and Kristen Stewart, in theaters April 11. - Another Simple Favor: Blake Lively stars in a sequel, streaming May 1 on Prime Video. - The Rule of Jenny Pen: A horror thriller starring John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush, in theaters March 7. - Death of a Unicorn: A whimsical adventure with Paul Rudd and Jenna Ortega, in theaters March 28. - The Parenting: A horror comedy featuring Brian Cox and Lisa Kudrow, streaming on MAX March 13. - Darkest Miriam: An indie drama starring Britt Lower, in select theaters March 28.

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December 24, 2024

Steam quietly drops 12 free games you can download and keep forever

Twelve free titles are available on Steam, including: 1. Ruins to Fortress - A post-apocalyptic survival adventure focused on crafting, building, and combat. 2. Night Project - A detective narrative with horror elements where players uncover clues to solve a mystery. 3. Dynasty Legends 2 - An action RPG for competitive gameplay against other players. 4. Poker Train - A game where poker skills influence the journey of a train. 5. The Permanent Residence: Souls Kept - A short horror adventure with a chilling atmosphere. 6. Sidereal - A quest where players cleanse darkness as a tall man in a hat. 7. Fruity Friendz Adventurez - A whimsical adventure to help Peter Pear escape with fruit friends. 8. Super Ricko’s Islands - A platformer featuring fun and exploration in vibrant locations. 9. Gripshot - A fast-paced shooter requiring quick reflexes. 10. Through - A hack-and-slash adventure reminiscent of classic arcade gaming. 11. Dungeon Crusher: Souls Hunters - An idle RPG with engaging stories and missions. 12. Angel Wings: Endless Night - A survival game set in a mansion where players seek an escape.

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October 29, 2024

Steam quietly drops 4 free games you can download and keep forever

Steam is offering four free games: 1. Small Dragon Big Appetite - Players control a dragon named Chompie in an adventure to eat bunnies in an enchanted kingdom. 2. Presidents Tower Defense - A tower defense game where players take on the roles of U.S. Presidents defending the White House from aliens. 3. Mash Box - A prototype sandbox game that encourages creativity and promises regular updates. 4. Cemetery Warrior 6 - A dynamic shooter inspired by classic games like Doom, featuring intense action and hellish landscapes. All four titles are available for free download.

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October 11, 2024

The silliest indie game on my radar has horny houses, buildings that date each other, and now Minecraft parkour civilization-inspired platforming

Minecraft has seen a rise in popularity for parkour, leading to the creation of indie games inspired by this aspect. One such game is Building Relationships, where players control a sentient house on a quest for love, engaging with various architectural companions. Other notable indie titles include Beton Brutal, a first-person game focused on intricate jumps, and Lorn's Lure, which features wall-clinging mechanics using pickaxes. The indie game scene is evolving with innovative experiences influenced by Minecraft's parkour.

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September 3, 2024

Cyberpunk 2077 publisher giving away free game you’ve 48 hours to claim

GOG, a digital gaming platform owned by CD Projekt Red, is currently offering a free giveaway of the game Once Upon a Jester. The game features two characters, Sok and Jester, who engage in a theatrical adventure while attempting to steal a royal diamond. It has a gameplay duration of approximately three hours and includes a unique art style and an original soundtrack. To claim the game, users must create a GOG account, after which they can download it for offline play.