EMPULSE preview: This Titanfall-flavoured shooter is making a very strong first impression

I’ll be honest, my expectations were relatively high for EMPULSE. A game taking some of the core elements of an all-time favourite of mine, Titanfall. A new PvP first-person shooter with the movement and manoeuvrability of Titanfall is something I’m always on the lookout for. Moreover, created by 1047 games, the developer of Splitgate (and […]
Zombies Run! review: Back to independence and still changing lives

Here’s a fact for you. About 10 years ago, maybe longer? I wanted to start running. But I had no clue where to begin or what to do. I went out in the wrong trainers, no clue the distances or really what I should be working to. The first thing I changed was tracking my […]
1047 Games reveals EMPULSE

1047 Games has officially broken its silence, shifting gears away from its previous franchises to unveil its brand-new IP: EMPULSE. Fresh off a major gameplay reveal at the PC Gaming Show, this fast-paced 6v6 movement-heavy shooter is arriving on Steam much sooner than fans anticipated. Described as a spiritual successor to beloved high-mobility shooters like […]
HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate preview: The arcade snowboarding comeback we’ve been missing

HYPERyuki: Snowboard Syndicate is an arcade-style, anime-inspired snowboarding game. Races, tricks, you name it. Get hyped!
Here’s our preview.
Indie vs AAA games: What’s the real difference, and why does it matter?

I’ll be honest, when it comes to gaming, “Indie” has felt like a bit of a dirty word. Or, rather, it’s always felt like a detrimental term towards games that has ultimately put off playing some of them. This is insane, I know. Indie games are literally some of the most creative, fun and engaging […]
Mexican Ninja preview: This rogue-like beat-’em-up looks beautifully unhinged

Every now and then, a game concept comes along that makes you pause, blink, and then immediately grin. Developed by Colombian outfit Madbricks and published by Romania-based Amber Studio, Mexican Ninja is exactly that kind of game. It’s a loud, proud, and beautifully unhinged 2.5D roguelike beat-’em-up that smashes two distinct cultures together like a […]
All we know about Haunted Chocolatier

With no release date in sight, fans are clamouring for more information on Haunted Chocolatier. We don’t have any scoops, but we’ve put together as much as we know into one place.
Spica Adventure review: A bright return for Taito’s forgotten gem

Do you remember Spica Adventure from 2003? The spiritual successor to the excellent Parasol Stars was re-released in the Parasol Superstars bundle. Here’s our review.
The rise of independent games media

We’re in 2026 and starting out with a new site, focusing on all the good stuff that comes from independence. Independent game developers, independent stores, bars, coffee roasters, etc. The world of massive chains, franchises and conglomerates feels bigger than ever, but so too does the rise of those wanting to step out on their […]
Moonsigil Atlas launches May 28th

The energy bar is officially a thing of the past. Snake Tower Games and Twin Sails Interactive have announced that their highly anticipated jam-born deckbuilder. Moonsigil Atlas is officially launching on Steam on May 28, 2026. To celebrate the release date, the team has dropped a massive update to the Steam demo and a brand-new […]