🎉 FOR THE WIN: The Knight Witch 🎉

Hello Gamers, Parents of Gamers, and Juke‑Joint Dancing Legends that Game on the Side… are you in the mood for a kickass 2D game with depth? Yeah? Well, what about a free one? Yeah?!

Hahahahaha—that’s what I like to hear! Pull up a chair, grab your favorite snack, and let me walk you through one of the most magically chaotic indie titles I’ve played in a minute: The Knight Witch.

 So What’s The Knight Witch All About? 

Let me tell you... this game hits that sweet spot between “I’m a powerful spell‑slinging hero” and “why are there 900 bullets flying at my face right now?” You step into the boots of Rayne, a freshly awakened Knight Witch trying to protect her underground world from a mechanical invasion.

The whole thing blends twin‑stick shooting, Metroidvania exploration, and deck‑building magic. And yes, you heard me right... deck‑building. You literally craft your spell loadout like you’re building a magical Yu‑Gi‑Oh! hand, then blast your way through enemies with style.

The art? Hand‑drawn and gorgeous.

The pacing? Smooth like a fresh jar of honey peanut butter.

The challenge? Enough to make you lean forward in your chair.

 A Little Lore Sprinkle 

One of my favorite things here is the whole Link Magic system. Your power comes from the trust and belief of the people around you. That means your strength is tied to how well you connect with the world.

It’s like being a superhero, a community leader, and a magical influencer all at once. And honestly? It works.

 Gameplay That Hits Like a Confetti Cannon 

Twin‑stick shooting? Check.

Metroidvania exploration? Check.

Deck‑building spells that let you customize your entire playstyle? Double check.

Whether you’re a “burn everything with fireballs” type or a “strategic support mage” who likes to play it smart, The Knight Witch gives you room to experiment. Boss fights are wild, enemy patterns are intense, and the movement feels buttery smooth as you dive into this great story.

And speaking of gameplay…

 Now Let’s Talk About Winning This Game 

Because this is "For The Win", I hid a 4‑letter code throughout the gameplay video. Gwahahaha

If you can piece that code together and email it to: 📧 ForTheWin@SdgtStudio.com

…by Monday, December 29, 2025 (8AM EST), you’ll have a chance to win a copy of The Knight Witch on PC.

First come, first serve, so if you snag one of the available codes... enjoy it, and most importantly… game on! I’ll see you on the other side, queue the music!

            

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FTS: Rami Ismail & Mystic Forge Reveal "Australia Did It," a Genre-Bending Action-Strategy Game Coming This Year (PC)

 

RAMI ISMAIL AND MYSTIC FORGE UNVEIL AUSTRALIA DID IT, A GENRE-DEFYING ACTION-STRATEGY GAME

Tower Defense and Reverse Bullet Hell collide in this radical new creation – the Tactical Reverse Bullet Hell – launching on Steam later this year!

UTRECHT, Netherlands - Sept. 3, 2025 - In a time when risk-taking in the video game industry feels increasingly rare, Australia Did It crashes through convention with a new genre all its own: the Tactical Reverse Bullet Hell. Published by boutique label Mystic Forge, this unique new game, coming to Steam later this year, enhances the thoughtful play of Turn-Based Tower Defense with a unique unit-merging system and explosive on-rails Reverse Bullet Hell combat. Carefully strategize to withstand relentless enemy waves, then unleash sensory overload as you become the Bullet Hell, mowing down thousands in dazzling chaos.

Designed as a compact, experimental take on the strategy genre, Australia Did It challenges genre conventions and industry caution in equal measure. Created by acclaimed designer Rami Ismail (Nuclear Throne, Luftrausers) and co-developed by Aesthetician Labs, the game marks a return to small-team innovation and genre-pushing ambition at a time when the industry sorely needs it.

The project began with a challenge: stay small, take risks, and build something that doesn’t need to fit a mold.

“I believe the games industry has been failing at supporting developer innovation and experimentation,” said Ismail.

 “Publishers, investors, and shareholders fund the same few safe bets, later and later in development - forcing even the most creative developers to make safe games with predictable ideas, and force in the latest flavour-of-the-day. That continues until someone does manage to break the mold and creates something truly new - and then the money chases that until that is replaced again. I had very low hopes for this odd prototype I’d been playing with, but when I showed it to Mystic Forge, they didn’t even flinch at the experimental genre mix, wrote the check for a small development cycle, and supported us throughout development. No guardrails, no caveats, just a firm belief that games need new ideas, and that it is worth chasing that.”

Mystic Forge, the new indie publisher created by founding members of Good Shepherd Entertainment, veterans behind titles like Monster Train, Friday the 13th, John Wick Hex, and the Transport Fever series, was launched to do exactly that - support bold projects by teams they believe in. With Australia Did It, the publisher took a deliberately hands-off approach.

“From the very start, I knew that Mystic Forge had to run with Rami going up to bat and taking a big creative swing with this game. Once we chatted about design intent with the focus on high-tension moments and heard his full pitch with the proposed title name, we were ALL IN,” said Randy Greenback, Portfolio Director at Mystic Forge. “Mystic Forge exists to support ideas that deserve to be seen and played, especially if they don’t follow the rules. Australia Did It is experimental, there isn't anything else like it.”

Set in a drained Atlantic Ocean basin following a mysterious catastrophic event, Australia Did It casts players as hired mercenaries defending a cargo train as it navigates through a monster-ridden drained seabed. Your mission? Escort precious cargo across this hostile terrain by holding off endless waves of enemies at every station. If the shipment arrives intact, we’ll call it a win. Whether you survive or not.

Game Features:

• Defend Your Station: Before the train departs, strategically deploy and position your limited units to hold off relentless waves of enemies. Think chess, but faster and with potentially explosive mistakes.
• Evolve Your Units: Merge units on the fly to unlock 1,500+ combinations across 30+ unit types. Create ridiculously powerful new units or niche specialists. Experimentation is key….. just try not to blow yourself up.
• Survive The Reverse Bullet Hell: Once the train’s moving, chaos begins. Engage in intense real-time battles where you become the Bullet Hell, mowing down thousands in sensory-overload shootouts. Remember, only the cargo’s survival is mandatory.
• Customize Your Strategies: After each successful station, choose from special Reward Cards that grant substantial perks and boosts. Craft unique builds by mixing cards with your evolving crew for creative new strategies.

Australia Did It will be available on PC via Steam later this year.

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Macross -Shooting Insight-... Soars into the West!

"Macross - Shooting Insight" is the latest addition to the beloved Macross franchise, bringing a fresh and exciting experience to Nintendo Switch players. Developed by RED ART GAMES, this multi-dimensional shooting game combines elements from various Macross series, creating a unique and immersive gameplay experience.

Based on the long-running animated science fiction franchise, "Macross - Shooting Insight" features characters, pilots, and songstresses from five different Macross series: Macross Plus, Macross 7, Macross Zero, Macross Frontier, and Macross Delta. The game introduces a brand-new original story where multiple dimensional folds occur across space-time, transporting characters to the Battle 7. From there, five engaging stories unfold, with the fate of the galaxy hanging in the balance.

Gameplay and Features

"Macross - Shooting Insight" offers a variety of gameplay styles, ensuring that players remain engaged and challenged throughout their journey. Here are some of the key features:

• Multi-Dimensional Shooting: The game includes multiple shoot 'em up styles, such as vertically scrolling shooting, horizontally scrolling shooting, and 360-degree scrolling shooting.

• Fan-Favorite Songs: Players can enjoy iconic songs from all featured Macross series. The power of music plays a crucial role in the game, as synchronizing with songstresses activates various buffs and debuffs, such as increased firepower, maneuverability, and reduced enemy fire speed.

• Japanese Dub and English Localization: The game features Japanese voice acting with English subtitles, ensuring an authentic experience for fans of the series.

• Improved Difficulty and Quality of Life: The Western version of the game includes several improvements, such as faster HP recovery, the ability to restart from the same stage after a "Game Over," and more accessible game controls.

New Additions and Enhancements

"Macross - Shooting Insight" introduces several new elements that set it apart from previous installments in the franchise:

• Original Storyline: The game features a completely new narrative, with characters from different Macross series coming together to face a common threat.

• Enhanced Gameplay Mechanics: The game incorporates roguelite elements, offering a gauntlet of randomly selected stages with various modifiers. This adds a layer of unpredictability and replayability to the game.

• New Characters and Enemies: Players will encounter new enemy types and characters, such as the Unstable Orc, which requires more effort to defeat.

• Co-op Gameplay: The game supports up to four-player co-op, allowing friends to team up and tackle the orc hordes together.

"Macross - Shooting Insight" is a must-play for fans of the Macross franchise and newcomers alike. With its engaging storyline, diverse gameplay styles, and iconic music, the game offers a fresh and exciting experience on the Nintendo Switch. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer, "Macross - Shooting Insight" is sure to provide hours of entertainment and challenge.

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