Showing posts with label Indie Game. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Indie Game. Show all posts

Neon Blood: A Beautiful Detective RPG Adventure... Set in a Cyberpunk World! Is it worth the buy?

Modified | Neon Blood | Title Art
NEON Blood is available for PC | PS5 | Switch

Neon Blood is a visually captivating detective-based RPG that masterfully blends pixel art with 3D graphics (it's pretty). Set in a gritty cyberpunk world, this game offers a compelling storyline that draws players into a universe in desperate need of salvation.

The Storyline

At the heart of Neon Blood is Axel McCoin, a detective battling addiction and striving to get his life back on track. Axel symbolizes the "Neon Light" at the end of the tunnel, representing hope and resilience in a world teetering on the edge of chaos. The narrative is rich and immersive, pulling players into Axel's journey as he navigates through personal and professional challenges.

Neon Blood: Axel McCoin on the Blind City strip

Atmosphere and Graphics

The indie developers behind Neon Blood have done a phenomenal job creating an atmospheric experience. The game's unique combination of pixel art and 3D graphics brings the cyberpunk world to life, making it both visually stunning and deeply engaging. The attention to detail in the environment encourages players to take their time and explore, soaking in the intricate design and ambiance.

Neon Blood Construction Zone

Gameplay

What you encounter in Act 1: Prologue, clue you in on what's to come. Neon Blood offers a nice amount of depth and an engaging experience for fans of RPGs and detective-based adventure games. The game's mechanics are well-crafted, providing a balance of challenge and enjoyment that keeps players coming back for more. Combat is turn-based and you will find that disagreements are resolved in battle to get someone to see things your way.

Platforms

Neon Blood is available on multiple platforms, including PC, PS5, and Switch, making it accessible to a wide range of gamers. Whether you prefer playing on a console or a computer, you can dive into this captivating cyberpunk world and join Axel on his quest. Let's jump back into Act 1:

Neon Blood Axel McCoin daylight
Overall, Neon Blood is worth the buy for anyone who loves great pixel art, RPGs and detective adventures. Its beautiful graphics, compelling storyline, and immersive atmosphere make it a standout title in the gaming world. If you're looking for a game that offers both depth and visual appeal, Neon Blood is definitely worth checking out.


Starnaut: The Quirky Rogue-like Space Adventure - New Updates


Starnaut, the unique rogue-like indie game, is still in early access, but the updates are coming in steadily. The latest update was released less than a month ago, showcasing the team’s dedication to continuous development and improvement.

In this article, we’re presenting recent gameplay from September 2024 along with gameplay from February 2024 to showcase the game’s dev progress. The latest update addressed several bugs, and the development team is actively seeking feedback from supporters for potential new features as well. I've always respected that to the degree that solid updates and useful features are implmented. One notable addition is the beginning stage animation when your choice mask appears on your character, in addition to “Lost Data Copiasu".

Instead of just talking about the game, let’s dive into the latest gameplay since the update:

While the final release is still uncertain, Starnaut offers plenty of fun and replay value for just $7.99. If you like what you see, consider adding it to your collection. There’s also a prequel titled “Starnaut - Prologue Copiasu” available for $1.99. Personally, I believe this should be a reward for early supporters, but I digress. Other things I've noticed is the appearance of the... "Wonderful" character in the stage, who gets uncovered when you smash up bundles of scrap, the world is more fleshed out and I haven't come across any bugs.


Anyway, let's get into the initial gameplay (from February 2024):


Overall, I’m impressed with what I’ve seen so far, and I can tell there is more structure for sure. The team at Crim Co. has done a fantastic job, and fans of El Shaddai will be happy to know that you get cross over action in Starnaut. I haven’t had the chance to try out the new character yet, but I’m excited to continue exploring this spaced-out fantasy action game. I don't believe the El Shaddai character is the one that's imprisoned, but I will find out when I find him. If anything comes to mind that can improve the experience, I will certainly run it by the team. Now that I think about it, I think this would be a great experience on Switch!

Shoot for the stars and game on! (Takes off on a used rocket held together by indestructible duct tape.)



 + Sophi 

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Office Fight: A Cathartic Indie Game Experience + First 30 Gameplay!



Inspired by the developers’ own experiences with games industry layoffs, Office Fight is a cathartic experience for anyone keen to stick it to the corporate overlords. Hurl a cappuccino at Sandra in Accounting and watch her mistakenly blame Barney in HR, kicking off a calamitous brawl. Oops, there goes the photocopier!

Game Description

You’ve been unfairly laid off by Mega Corp and the news kills you. Literally. But your restless ghost wants REVENGE! ‘Restructure’ Mega Corp in this hilarious physics-based office destruction game featuring puzzles, destructible environments, and ragdoll fight simulations.

Gameplay

Ready for some hands-on experience? Smash your way through each department and break every rule in the employee handbook. Each office battleground is full of unique physics-based challenges, insane chain reactions, and temperamental office furniture.



Epic Boss Fights

We’ve all had that boss who could use some polite feedback. Now is your chance to show them how you really feel about their management style. Get ready for your 1:1 performance review!


Personal Thoughts

I think this game is fantastic, and it’s a perfect way to let off steam in regards to work. It pokes fun at the workplace, but it doesn’t stop there. You can pit co-workers against each other and tackle challenges to create as much damage and chaos as possible to achieve a high score and progress. Each stage challenges you to get between one to three stars, increasing replay value along with 40 game achievements. Additionally, you can progress in this game and take on the powers that be in Mega Corp. It’s a fun take on a physics-based adventure game and it doesn't slack on the comedy. I haven’t smiled this much while playing a game in quite some time. Kids would enjoy the physics, but I highly recommend this to adult gamers... because of what it is. The controls are simple but can be challenging during boss stages and battles. Overall, you’ll be able to manage and have fun at the same time.

This funtastic indie game from Fenix Studios is priced at $14.99... so if this game floats your boat or looks like a good way to take the edge off, get it here.


Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend and… game on!



 + Sophi 

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Elemental Exiles: An Indie RPG Deckbuilding Roguelike Adventure + First 30 Gameplay!


Elemental Exiles is an RPG deckbuilding roguelike where you play as one of 12 heroes, each with their own personal quest, starting location, and initial cards. Overcome challenging battles and adapt to unexpected narrative encounters as you grow your deck and explore the world.



Unique Characters and Personal Quests

Play as one of 12 unique characters scattered across the map, each with a diverse deck of abilities at their disposal. Guide them carefully across the world to advance their personal quests and help them achieve glory—or at least closure. Four characters are unlocked from the start, but there are eight more hidden in the world for you to find, each with their own unique story to play through. Start your journey with one of these characters:


  • A naïve Elven warrior still determined to protect the village that exiled them...

  • An old Dwarven researcher searching for a very specific piece of hidden knowledge...

  • A bitter bounty hunter determined to track down her treacherous former partners...

  • An abandoned young water mage searching for the master who betrayed her...


Expansive World Exploration



With each step your character takes, uncover more of the world around you. Watch the vibrant landscape reveal itself as you journey forth, filling in an expansive map that persists across playthroughs. This allows you to revisit your favorite places, address unfinished business with new tactics, or forge a new path entirely.

Strategic Deckbuilding and Elemental Synergies

When you choose to play a particular card can be just as important as which card you play. Cards in Elemental Exiles have additional effects that only trigger when certain conditions are met—such as being the first card played on your turn, or being played immediately after another card of a specific element. Whether or not you manage to trigger these extra conditional effects can be the difference between victory and defeat, so be sure to keep possible synergies in mind when choosing new cards for your deck.


Most cards are attuned to one of three elements—Fire, Water, or Nature. Each of these has a corresponding strength and weakness. For example, Fire actions are strong against Nature and weak against Water. Naturally, certain enemies and bosses also favor a particular element. So while your Fire deck might crush a group of tree spirits while traveling through a forest, it’s going to struggle against a horde of angry water elementals you encounter while walking along the coast. Will you try to specialize in one element to increase synergy? Or will you favor a more balanced approach to reduce your potential weaknesses?

Additional Features

  • 12 Unlockable Characters: Each character starts in a different location on the world map and has their own personal quest and starting deck of cards.
  • A Huge World to Explore: The map has over 200 unique locations. While most encounters will change between playthroughs, knowledge of traversable routes and certain key boss locations will be preserved.
  • Challenging Tactical Battles: Take on over 300 unique battle scenarios, each with its own combination of enemies and tactics to overcome.
  • Intriguing Narrative Events: Make your choices carefully as some encounters can have significant consequences on your deck—both positive and negative.
  • Blessings and Curses: An event might reward you with a blessing that reduces the cost of certain types of cards for several battles—or punish you with a curse that does the opposite.
  • Inventory Items: Up to 4 potions or bombs can be stored in your inventory and used at any time in a battle to help give you an edge just when you need it.
  • Relax and Stock Up at Inns: There are 14 unique inns hidden throughout the world, allowing you to spend your hard-earned gold on new cards, items, and blessings.
  • Dynamic Deck Building: Each battle fought or event overcome might give you a chance to add a new card to your ever-changing deck.
  • Card Durability: Your cards wear down with each use before being permanently lost, so you’ll have to constantly update your deck and adapt your tactics to survive.

Embark on your adventure in Elemental Exiles and see if you have what it takes to guide your hero to glory!




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