13 Jan 2025
Highway Police Simulator Xbox Series X Review 2/10 "It’s time to arrest this series" 🚨🚔 @AerosoftGmbH #IndieGame #GameDev
11 Jan 2025
8 Bit Do Retro Mechanical Keyboard Unboxing & Setup ⌨️🕹️ @8BitDo
Available in two versions, the "N Edition" (NES-inspired) and the "Fami Edition" (Famicom-inspired), the keyboard features a retro colour schemes and design elements that evoke the look of these iconic consoles.
10 Jan 2025
Westild’s Law Nintendo Switch Review 8/10 "How the west was won and where it got us" 🤠 @BUG_Studio #IndieGame #GameDev
Westerns and gaming go together like bourbon and gherkin juice – perfectly well. The rootin’-tootin’ wild west is ripe for gun play, gals n’ galoshes, so whenever a Western-themed title tips its hat at me as it mosies on into the saloon, I’m more than happy to challenge it to a duel at high noon.
Priced extremely fairly, Westild’s law is a top-down shooter that casts you in the role of a male or female bounty hunter (the gender can be changed at any time) as they take on bounties from the Westild town sheriff, all the while upgrading their abilities, guns, and skills.
THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake is coming to Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in Spring 2025! 🪦🧟♂️@ForeverEntert
Story:
In February 2000, a small city was suddenly overrun by hostile creatures. Two AMS agents, James Taylor and Gary Stewart, were sent to investigate. Upon arrival, they noticed that the situation resembled the Curien Mansion incident from 1998. Determined to uncover the source of the infestation, they began shooting their way through hordes of creatures.
Game Features:
- Remastered music (with the classic soundtrack also available in the game)
- Modern graphics
- Gameplay faithful to the original game
- Co-op mode
- Multiple endings and branching levels
Various Game Modes:
- Classic Campaign: Almost two years after the events of the first installment, AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart are deployed to investigate a city seized by undead creatures.
- Boss Mode: Take on the challenge of defeating the game’s bosses as fast as you can.
- Training Mode: Polish your skills in several available training scenarios to improve your abilities before deploying on a mission.
9 Jan 2025
The Plucky Squire Xbox Series X Review 9.5/10 "Is gaming art? Who cares? it can however, be truly magical" ⚔️🔖🏹 @devolverdigital @apossf @JamesTurner_42 @onebitbeyond
The blending of the illustrated 2D cartoon world in which he resides with the ‘real’ 3D world opens up myriad gameplay possibilities, and really caught my eye. Fast forward to the tail-end of 2024 – to a situation whereby I have the opportunity to play the Plucky Squire with my three-year old son - and the act of playing the game becomes a family-bonding, transformative experience.
8 Jan 2025
Sugoroku Casino Party Nintendo Switch Review 8.5/10 "An Unexpected Gem!" 🎲🃏 @SAT_BOX_EN @SAT_BOX_2011 #GameDev #IndieGame
A game for up to six players, Sugoroku Casino Party is a bright and vibrant digital board game set in a casino world. There are quite a few options to get your setup just right, such as number of players, bots, length of the games themselves – with a save mechanic - and the chance to tackle each mini-game separately if you so wish. You can also lightly customise your in-game avatar with uniforms and colours to add some personality to your little plain board game piece.
Unwording Xbox Series X Review 8.5/10 "A word-based puzzle game with an emotional core" 🧠 @frostwood_int #IndieGame #GameDev
Unwording is a short but powerful exploration of overcoming negative self-talk. Solve word puzzles, explore the neighbourhood through multiple perspectives, and help Tom have a better day through a challenging yet cathartic experience.
7 Jan 2025
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion XBOX Series X Review 6.5/10 "A voyage with a touch of seasickness" 🏴☠️🦜 @PlayFlintGame @_SavageLevel_ #IndieGame #GameDev
Flint: Treasure of Oblivion has an opening segment that certainly grabs your attention, as the game opens on a raft adrift in the ocean and we are introduced to Captain Flint and his hulking second in command, Billy Bones. They’ve clearly been at sea for a while with no food or water, and Flint finally loses his mind and decides he has no recourse other than to devour his best friend.
Britt's Video Games of the Year 2024 "Favourites from 2024 and some rediscovered titles from years prior" 🗓️🎮 #GOTY
I feel like 2024 has been quite a personally interesting year when it comes to gaming. As my son is now almost four, I’m able to play games with him – sometimes co-op but mostly sharing a controller and helping each other out (he genuinely solved a puzzle that I was stuck on in Dungeons of Hinterberg), and whilst I’ve tried to introduce him to as many - suitable – games as possible, it’s been fun seeing which games catch his attention, so some of those I’ll be mentioning below.
Whilst I’ll be highlighting favourites from 2024, there’ll also be some rediscovered titles from years prior.
Europa Nintendo Switch Review 6.5/10 "Its visuals, charm and story do enough to lift it above average" 🌏 @EuropaGame #IndieGame #GameDev
Breath Of Death VII The Beginning Reanimated PC Gameplay 💀 @ShadowLayerDev #IndieGame #GameDev
Breath of Death VII: The Beginning: Reanimated is a delightful homage to classic RPGs, blending humour and nostalgia. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humans are extinct, players follow Dem, a mute skeleton, and his quirky companions on a quest to restore the past. The game shines with its witty writing, fourth-wall-breaking humour, and engaging turn-based combat. The updated graphics and soundtrack enhance the experience, making it a must-play for fans of retro RPGs. Despite its short length, the game offers a fulfilling adventure filled with charm and clever references.
6 Jan 2025
Detective: The Motel Xbox Series X Review 4.5/10 "A Motel That Could Use a Lick of Paint" 🔎🏨 #GameDev #IndieGame @K148_GS @JanduSoft
The First time I played Sonic the Hedgehog | Video Gaming Memories by Imraan Nazir 🎮 🧞 #RetroGaming #SuperNintendo
2 Jan 2025
How Gaming Communities Are Evolving: A Shift from Casual to Competitive 💫
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As technology advances, gaming experiences that once appealed to only a niche group are now accessible to millions.
With different genres such as casual gaming, video gaming, and online casino gaming, the lines between types of play have begun to blur, creating a more interconnected and dynamic gaming culture. This shift in how we engage with games and other players is reshaping the landscape of gaming communities, moving from light-hearted experiences to intense, competition-driven environments.
23 Dec 2024
Transvaal's Top 5 Games of the Year 2024 "Games so good that they dragged my butt back into gaming" 🗓️🎮 #GOTY
2024 has personally been a weird year for me when it comes to gaming, I’ve gamed steadily from the age of 3 years old and for 30 years it has been one of my main hobbies...until this year, when I started with a real lack of motivation to game that even now still lingers.
It’s a weirdly odd feeling, to lose something you’ve always enjoyed.
Luckily for me, I’m not just fighting my mind, my body has jumped in and for the last two months I have developed a problem in my hands that makes even holding a controller painful…
So these 5 games aren't just my games of the year, they are games so good that they dragged my butt back into gaming.
What Types of Bonuses Exist in Online Casinos and How to Get Them? 🎰
Online casinos have become increasingly popular, offering players not only the thrill of gambling but also a wide variety of bonuses to enhance their gaming experience. At platforms like https://winbay.club, players can enjoy numerous perks that make their journey even more exciting. In this article, we’ll explore the most common types of bonuses and how you can claim them.
21 Dec 2024
Aladdin on the Sega Master System | Video Gaming Memories by Imraan Nazir 🎮 🧞 #RetroGaming #SuperNintendo
Back in the 90s I knew about Aladdin on the Sega Mega Drive and Super Nintendo but recently I discovered that Aladdin also came out on the Sega Master System.
When I heard about this I had to get it immediately as I was a fan of Aladdin. In my childhood I owned the movie on VHS and also had the game on the SNES. I purchased the game for the Sega Master System. Before putting on the game I immediately thought that this could be the worst one as it's on a 8 bit console and the graphics and sound quality would not be as great compared to the 16 bit consoles.
20 Dec 2024
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered Xbox Series X Review 8.5/10 "New life to an old soul" ⚔️🔥 @AspyrMedia #IndieGame #GameDev
19 Dec 2024
The EPYX Games: Sports Collection Nintendo Switch Review 6.5/10 "a pleasant (and challenging!) blast from the past." ⛷️🥇🏄♀️ @pixelgamesuk #RetroGaming
A collection of Epyx sports titles that I am very familiar with, having played them all in my childhood (to various degrees of success), and then re-buying them again in my thirties – they currently (sadly) reside in storage until we get a bigger place! - this collection is a pretty meaty one, with over 50 sports events spread across 8 titles:
Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat | Video Gaming Memories by Imraan Nazir 🎮🤜💥🤛 #RetroGaming #SuperNintendo
‘What do you think is better: Street Fighter or Mortal Kombat’?
Five Gaming Genres to Keep an Eye On in 2025 👀
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The video game industry is set for remarkable growth in 2025, with new technologies and evolving player preferences driving change across a wide range of genres. From expansive open-world adventures to immersive online casino experiences, the future of gaming promises to captivate players of all kinds. Here’s a look at the most exciting genres to keep an eye on in 2025.
18 Dec 2024
My First SNES Game | Video Gaming Memories by Imraan Nazir 🎮🤜💥🤛 #RetroGaming #SuperNintendo
My local chicken shop had the street fighter 2 arcade machine and used to play it with my older brother. I could never do the moves and I would always lose. I was always player 2 for some reason. Till this day never knew why that was.
In 1992 Street Fighter 2 came out on the Super Nintendo. This put Nintendo on the map. Street Fighter 2 was only available for Super Nintendo. This meant that anyone with a Sega Mega Drive had to buy a Super Nintendo to play the game.
There was a poster that came out saying 'Street Fighter 2...Sega owners dream on'.
Exploring the Role of Online Casino Games in UK Lifestyle 🎲🎰
In the vibrant and ever-evolving tapestry of UK culture, entertainment plays a pivotal role in shaping lifestyles and bringing people together. From the charming tradition of pub quizzes, where communities gather to test their knowledge, to the electrifying atmosphere of football matches that unite fans across generations, British pastimes are deeply rooted in a sense of communal spirit, strategy, and excitement.
In recent years, online casino games have emerged as a new form of entertainment, blending digital innovation with traditional leisure activities. These games offer a unique intersection between technology and recreation, raising an intriguing question: how do they integrate into the fabric of contemporary UK life and influence its dynamic culture?
17 Dec 2024
Britt’s Nintendo Switch Mini-Review Round Up: PART 1 🎮 #IndieGames #GameDev
We get sent a lot of games here at GF, and as we are such a small team it’s sadly inevitable that we don’t get around to fully covering every game that is kindly sent to us. The below are a selection of titles that have been on the pending pile for far, far too long, and so I thought I would shine a light on them. As these reviews are far shorter than our usual coverage, I won’t be scoring these numerically, just highlighting them for fans of the genre and mentioning any stand-out features – hopefully we come across a couple of hidden gems!
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle | PC Gameplay | "BEWARE OF THE DOGS!" ⚱️🏺🗿 #IndianaJonesandTheGreatCircle
Rich dons his fedora and packs the whip into his waistband as he decides to take on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on the PC.
In this Ten Minute Taster Rich takes on the Fieldwork mission of Rescuing Sidney from the clutches of the "Blackshirts" in The Vatican...BEWARE OF THE DOGS!
16 Dec 2024
Attack on Titan VR: Unbreakable Meta Quest 3 Review 3/10 "Broken blades won’t do in battle!" 🪝 @UNIVRSstudios #IndieGame #GameDev
In game, I’m a graceful sword-wielding warrior, acrobatically swooping around a city to plant precision blows on rampaging titans. In reality, I’m obliterating my mantlepiece for the second time as my increasingly exasperated partner tells me to go out and buy some superglue to piece together the shattered remains of her ornaments. Is calling this game “Unbreakable” some kind of sick joke?
Is Crypto the Future of Savings? Insights from Biden's Executive Order 🪙
There is no doubt that cryptocurrency has emerged as a force in the last few years, more especially, the use of blockchain technology. With many investors showing much interest in the future of cryptocurrency.
The recent executive order on digital assets has further illuminated the potential of this new technology and how it can actually help in securing the future.
However, volatility and regulatory concerns remain serious issues when it comes to its future as a common tool for savings.
In this publication, we will examine the significant advantages of crypto as a form of savings and the potential risks involved. This article will focus on the regulatory landscape of crypto in relation to the Executive Order on cryptocurrencies signed by US President Joe Biden on March 9, 2022.
13 Dec 2024
Neo Harbor Rescue Squad PS5 Gameplay "Saving Lives With Mini Games" 🐬🚑 @bancyco #IndieGame #GameDev
12 Dec 2024
How the Internet Transformed Gaming
The gaming industry has been around since Tennis For Two, the first video game, debuted back in 1958, but it arguably didn’t really get going until the internet became ubiquitous.
And evidence for that can be found by looking at the video game industry’s revenues over the years. In 2005, when the internet wasn’t yet fully fledged, revenues hovered around the $60 billion mark; by 2022, it had skyrocketed to nearly $200 billion.
Of course, that didn’t just happen because the internet was around. It happened because the internet provided a wealth of advantages that were conducive to the gamer’s experience, some of which we’ll outline below. And the most exciting part? We’ve only scratched the surface of what the internet can do for the gaming world, so there’s no telling what things will be like in the future.
Video Game Lo Fi: Undertale (Vol. 1) Vinyl Review By Britt 📀💿 @CuragaRecords #Vinyl #VideoGameVinyl
In this collection, producers Hotline Sewhani & Emunator join the long-running Curaga Records Lo Fi series with a chillhop take on music from the seminal indie game. Featuring ten tracks that all clock in at under three minutes each, this is an album that packs a lot into a short space of time, and fleshes out the originals with airy synth, lush melodies, delicate, glassy percussion, trip-hop beats and even a touch of slap bass (good), all wrapped up in the usual Curaga Records high quality presentation and artwork.
11 Dec 2024
PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller – Fortnite Sticker Mania Review By Britt 🎮 #Retrogaming
The first PowerA controller for Switch that we’ve covered here at GF – although we have covered PowerA Xbox controllers previously (PowerA Core Blush, PowerA Fortnite Midas) – and it’s been an instant hit in our household, with my son especially gravitating towards it over the other controllers available, which is always a good sign! He has been officially named it “My Sticker ‘troller”
10 Dec 2024
Tetris Forever PC Review 8/10 "The Story Is the Star" 💣 @DigitalEclipse #Retrogaming
My Tetris is Nintendo Game Boy era Tetris. Once you had that chunky Game Boy in your hand and a copy of Tetris inserted into the back of that pocket gem it meant that was all you were going to play for the next 6 months until the kid at school who had 15 game carts was able to lend you another game to play on your Game Boy.
Tetris Forever fills in the gaps of what came before Nintendo's 1989 Tetris and also what came after. During this wonderful character led journey Digital Eclipse prove once again that they are the masters of the interactive video game documentary.
9 Dec 2024
Drova - Forsaken Kin PC Gameplay "An Indie RPG GOTY Contender!" 🛖⚔️ @J2D_Interactive #IndieGame #GameDev
6 Dec 2024
Mega Cat Studios: - Britt’s Mega Drive Odyssey Part 3: Old Towers 🏰 @RetroSouls @megacatstudios #IndieGame #IndieGameDev
Retrosouls’ Old Towers is next up in my Mega Drive Odyssey, and it’s one that my three-year old gravitated to as I was playing through each game, showing that awesome puzzle titles are ageless!
As with Mega Cat Studios other titles, the Mega Drive case is branded with their logo which really is a nice touch as it makes them stand out and feel that little bit extra special. The cover image is of the main character moving at speed towards a golden coin, as if he’s hurtling out of the image itself, with the background featuring heavy motion blur to give that sense of pace. The spine is also uniform and matches up perfectly with other MCS releases whilst the rear sums up the gameplay in a succinct paragraph as some additional quotes hammer home that this is an addictive puzzle-based title, along with some screenshots.
5 Dec 2024
Jon Hare Talks To Rich About Sociable Soccer 25, Banana Shots and Beef & Horseradish Sandwiches ⚽🥪🍌 @Sociable_Soccer @jonhare
Jon Hare has been a video game design hero for me since the days of Microprose Soccer, Sensible Soccer, Cannon Fodder and SWOS to just name a few great games that Jon had a hand in making.
Jon is now fully committed to delivering a new and fun footy experience across PC and consoles in the form of Sociable Soccer and it's iterations since 2017.
When I was given the opportunity to ask Jon a few questions I obviously leapt at the chance and then thought what the hell do I ask the guy who created one of the finest football video games to ever be created...
So I regressed to 12 year old me and all was good...
4 Dec 2024
BZZZT! Nintendo Switch Review 9/10 "A Perfect Potion of Platforming Perfection" 🤖🥪 @ko_dll #IndieGame #GameDev
The people who make the best platform games are the people that know the genre inside out from playing the classics and having an understanding of what makes a great platformer. What we have here my friends is one of the best indie platform video games that I have ever had the pleasure of playing.
Developed by KO.DLL BZZZT! is truly a love letter to the classics of the genre and also brings its own brand of charm and sauce! Bzzzt offers up a fast-paced, precision platforming experience with the game clearly being designed to be accessible to both newcomers and veterans of the genre with its perfectly pitched variation of difficulty levels.
3 Dec 2024
Bandit Knight PC Gameplay "Stealing In Style!" 🕵️♀️ @BanditKnightG #IndieGame #GameDev
2 Dec 2024
THE BIGGEST VIDEO GAME MUSEUM IN ITALY OPENS TO THE PUBLIC 🕹️ @gammuseum_ #Retrogaming
Italy celebrates games culture with a new museum now open in the heart of Rome
GAMM - Game Museum has now opened to the public in the historical center of Rome at Piazza della Repubblica. GAMM - Game Museum aims to highlight the cultural and artistic value of video games as interactive works allowing visitors to immerse themselves in a path based on the combination of history, technology, and the exploration of gameplay.