Tag: narrative games
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What we’ve been playing – I am Snake. I am one with the jungle. I am hungry
What we’ve been playing this week Welcome back to our regular round-up of the games we’ve been exploring. In a week where the theme veered from cozy distractions to hungry jungles, our team found a mix of bite-sized indie experiences and larger titles that sparked lively conversations. This week’s centerpiece is a primal-sounding line that…
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Hidden Gems 2025: The Best New Games You Might Never Have Heard Of
Introduction: Why 2025 Is Packed with Hidden Gems Each year brings a wave of high-profile releases, but some of the most memorable gaming moments come from lesser-known titles. 2025 is no exception, offering a diverse mix of indie experiments, soaring narratives, and inventive mechanics that fly under the radar. This guide highlights standout hidden gems…
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15 Best Indie Video Games Released in 2025: Hidden Gems You Must Play
Why 2025 Was a Breakout Year for Indie Games While the spotlight often shines on blockbuster AAA titles, 2025 proved that creativity, bold ideas, and fresh mechanics still live strongest in indie games. The year delivered bold storytelling, striking art directions, and refined gameplay loops that kept players talking long after launch. Here are 15…
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Shack Chat: Indie Game of the Year 2025 — A Year of Bold Indie Breakthroughs
Ringing in 2025: A banner year for indie games 2025 proved once again that independent developers can push the boundaries of storytelling, design, and mechanic innovation. From pixel-perfect throwbacks to sprawling, experimental epics, indie studios delivered experiences that rivaled large-budget titles. Our Shack Chat roundtable crowned the Indie Game of the Year 2025 for a…
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The Game She Wrote on a Boat Kept Her Afloat: A Dutch Creator’s Wave-Driven Venture
Introduction: A creator’s life on the water On Gooise Meren in the Netherlands, a remarkable story unfolds not in a traditional studio, but on a swaying canvas of wood and water. Lente Cuenen, a game writer and designer, found that the very rhythm of the boat’s motion shaped her work as much as any software…