byAs PAX Online gets closer and closer there is a lot of news that is coming out in the lead up to the show.
We are going to put up regular articles to help gamer’s keep up with all of the news and trailers that we’re seeing. Here is today’s recap from Saturday 12th September 2020.
There are some amazing games in these trailers so definitely keep an eye out for them.
Destiny’s Sword – PC – Coming Soon
“In the future wounds can be easily healed, courage bolstered through teamwork and strength of arms. But when the adrenaline fades and a soldier sits alone on their bunk… that is when the hardest battles are fought.
In Destiny’s Sword you’re the commander of a team of skilled troopers – and the only thing that can get in their way is themselves.
Every recruit has their own story to tell, their own reasons for getting involved. Their experiences while under your command will shape their development and affect their performance. As you get to know your squad on and off the battlefield you will explore the full depth of the human condition. Empathy will be your most powerful weapon.
We’ve all played the hero. It’s time to be a leader.”
Here’s some more from the Developers about this interesting game:
“Destiny’s Sword occupies a unique space in gaming today. Developers are proud supporters of veterans around the world whose courageous stories of both active- and post-service life have inspired the game. The team has worked tirelessly with mental health organizations like Take This and the veterans’ support group Spartan Wellness to ensure they approach mental health and the long term impact of combat with dignity and respect.”
A Demo is available right now here.
URAGUN – Steam (2020) and Consoles (2021)
“Control the deadliest weapon humanity has ever created in this challenging top-down shooter. Use your instinct to create a tactical combo and wreak havoc amongst countless enemy AI forces.”
Here’s a bit more from the Developers:
“Do you have what it takes to control the deadliest weapon humanity has ever created in this challenging top-down shooter?
Cake Bash – Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC – Spring 2020
“Fight to be the tastiest cake in Cake Bash, a frantic party game for up to four players. Battle as adorable yet vicious drawn-to-life cakes in a variety of games, including 5 free-for-all Bashes (playable in 5 different Places), and 8 competitive Mini-Game Snacks. Play on the same screen locally, find challengers online or go up against some well-baked bots.”
Demo is available now on Xbox One and Steam.
There will be more to come from this game across PAX Online.
PHOGS – Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC – Holidays 2020
“In PHOGS! you play as a duo of dogs on a captivating, puzzle-filled adventure. Linked by a stretchy belly, you’ll need to bark, bite and bounce your way through obstacles set across the themed worlds of Food, Sleep and Play, in co-op or single-player.”
Demo is available now on Xbox One and Steam.
There will be more to come from this game across PAX Online.
Operation: Tango – Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC (with more possible) – 2021
“Operation: Tango takes an innovative approach to the co-op game genre, requiring two players to truly collaborate closely, with one in the role of “Agent” and the other in the role of “Hacker”. Constantly linked via voice communications and an augmented, fully connected world, each has a different play experience, leveraging each other’s skills to infiltrate, investigate, and eradicate the forces threatening the free world.
Northgard – PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch – Available now
“After years of tireless explorations, brave Vikings have discovered a new land filled with mystery, danger and riches: Northgard.
The boldest Northmen have set sail to explore and conquer these new shores, bring fame to their Clan and write history through conquest, trading, or devotion to the Gods.
That is, if they can survive the dire Wolves and Undead Warriors roaming the land, befriend or defeat the giants, and survive the harshest winters ever witnessed in the North.”
Darksburg – PC – 23rd September 2020
“Darksburg is a co-op roguelike set in a medieval town overrun by the undead. Select from a roster of five dynamic survivors, including Dolorosa, the twisted plague doctor, and Varak, an escaped werewolf with a fearsome bite and a love for humans. Adventure through procedurally generated stages with an AI partner or friends via online co-op, unleashing powerful skills, collecting items, and synergizing with allies to stand a fighting chance against the walking dead.”
Indie Games Poland Foundation –
There are 20 games that are being shown by the Indie Games Poland Foundation and 17 of those games have playable demos as part of the PAX Online X EGX Digital Indie Showcase. You can get some hands on time via the Steam links below.
4 Minutes to the Apocalypse – Atomic Wolf – “an upcoming action-adventure RPG from Atomic Wolf, the creators of Liberated.”
Danger Scavenger – Star Drifters – demo available – “a fast-paced action, cyberpunk-themed, roguelite skyline crawler from Piotr Wołk and Star Drifters, the developers behind Driftland: The Magic Revival.”
Fury Unleashed – Awesome Games Studio – demo available – “a combo-driven roguelite action platformer where each kill you score increases your combo. The game is now available on PC and all major current-gen consoles.”
Gatewalkers – A2 Softworks – demo available – “a cooperative survival game with action RPG elements.”
Hell Architect – Woodland Games – demo available – “good people go to heaven, bad people go to hell, and sometimes they even get the chance to build it from scratch and then manage the whole thing. Inspired by such games as Dungeon Keeper, Oxygen Not Included, and Prison Architect, the game is planned to release this year, bringing its own, hellish style.”
Hellish Quart – Kubold – “this realistic, physics-based 3D sword dueling game set in the 17th century will soon come to Steam Early Access and allow you to feel the adrenaline rush that accompanies facing the finest swordsmen out there. Either in single-player or local-multiplayer game modes.”
Inkulinati – Yaza Games – demo available – A “turn-based strategy with medieval animals inspired by 700 years-old real-life medieval marginalia”.
Lust from Beyond – Movie Games – demo available – “in this action-adventure game, you get to explore a world inspired by the works of Lovecraft, Giger, and Beksinski. One that’s set in a Victorian mansion and featuring a cult worshiping an otherworldly erotic deity. Sounds interesting enough?”
Model Builder – Moonlit, Kuba Wójcik – demo available – “pretty obviously, it’s a game about building and customizing model vehicles. What’s not so obvious, however, is how much fun it actually brings. Assemble, customize, and display your creations, filling your virtual shelves with amazing machines.”
Natural Instincts – DreamStorm Studios – demo available – “this unique environmental experience is perfect for those seeking a break from the noise and rush of the big city.” “Give commands to the animals, observe their rituals, and help them survive. Help them to face different disasters, react to human presence, and make sure the animal kingdom will flourish thanks to your care.”
Prison Simulator – Baked Games – demo available – “play the role of a prison guard balancing on the thin line between satisfying both prison management and the aggressive, dangerous convicts.”
Rustler – Jutsu Games – demo available – “there are serious gangster games like the GTA series, and then there’s Rustler. A crazy open-world action game, full of pop-culture references. Complete insane quests, kill heroes, steal horses, fight guards, rob peasants, and perform a variety of other crazy stuff”
SAD RPG: A Social Anxiety Role Playing Game – Evil Indie Games – “if either you or someone who’s dear to you suffers from Social Anxiety Disorder, then maybe this experimental indie RPG will make it a bit more bearable. This unexpectedly colorful, weird, and full of surprises journey will begin on Steam Early Access later this year.”
Siege Survival: Gloria Victis – FishTankStudio – demo available – A “medieval resource management survival game, where you lead a group of civilians to survive the siege. Craft supplies, scavenge resources in the fallen city, and provide the last soldiers with everything they need to hold the castle against the overwhelming enemy forces.”
Stargaze – Played With Fire – demo available – A VR game that will “allow you to become a curious astronomer influencing a whole galaxy of planets and their mysterious inhabitants by manipulating a powerful telescope. Take photos of captivating events and fill out your research journal to uncover the secrets of the cosmos.”
Strings Theory – BeautifulBee – demo available – “is a bit freaky, a little tricky, but at the same time, an amazingly logical game with an abstract concept and touching heroes. Inspired in a way by physics’ string theory, and used only as an excuse to make a pretext for us to create something with a broadly expanded story in which the main focus is put on the individual character of the protagonists. Sounds crazy enough?”
The Last Show of Mr. Chardish – Punk Notion – demo available – “embark on a journey through the variety of worlds created by the ingenious mind of the successful director, Robert Chardish. Take on the role of the actress Ella, and through exploring an old theater, try to unveil secrets hidden in the extraordinary, magical plays created in the imagination of Mr. Chardish.”
This is the Zodiac Speaking – Punch Punk Games – demo available – “if you’re a fan of serial-killer stories, especially those based on real events, then this game is for you. Try out this story-driven FPP mystery thriller-horror with stealth and detective modes. One that gets back to horrific events when a never-captured murderer, Zodiac, was terrorizing US citizens.”
Uragun – Kool2Play – demo available – “control the deadliest weapon humanity has ever created in this challenging top-down shooter.” “Use your instinct to create a tactical combo and wreak havoc among countless enemy AI forces.”
Werewolf: The Apocalypse — Heart of the Forest – Different Tales – demo available – “the first-ever video game adaptation of the system, this game is an enhanced visual novel inspired by the role-playing tabletop experience. The demo of the game will allow you to become Maia, a young woman who uncovers the secrets of her ancestry in the Białowieża Forest, a real and ancient wilderness in Poland. See how much focus the developers have placed on the Rage mechanic. Controlling this resource will allow you to change the perspective on the world and see aspects invisible in other playthroughs.”
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