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technology1 month ago•165 min saved

Orbitals: a neon retro‑anime co‑op space romp for Switch 2

Orbitals is a two‑player sci‑fi cooperative game from Shapefarm that channels Saturday‑morning cartoons with a retro anime aesthetic. Players control Maki and Omura to solve environmental puzzles across 12 short chapters in a brisk ~5‑hour adventure, featuring alternating roles (pilot and gunner) and boss sequences that emphasize teamwork. Positioned as a Switch 2 exclusive, Orbitals launches September 3 for $39.99 (pre‑orders available) and nods to It Takes Two/Split Fiction in its cooperative design while delivering a breezy, whimsical arcade vibe.

via Space|

#co-op #orbitals #puzzle-platformer

gaming4 months ago•8 min saved

Indie Roundup: Myst and Riven Remakes Spark Retro Revival, Bubsy 4D Arrives, and a Wave of New Indies

Indie roundup highlights Myst and Riven’s PS5/PS VR2 remakes, Bubsy 4D’s cross‑platform return, and a batch of new indie titles: Fail Fail Succeed (a puzzle-platformer turning failure into progress, inspired by mental health experiences), Ferra (stylish future‑Japan FPS with morphing kitsune form), Thick as Thieves (co‑op/solo stealth heist from Thief and System Shock veterans), and Phonopolis (Amanita Design’s cardboard‑stop‑motion puzzle adventure). It also covers upcoming drops like Dark Scrolls (June 22 release), Warhammer Survivors demo and Boltgun 2 news, Kidbash: Super Legend trailer (early 2027 release), plus festival glimpses (Six One Indie, BitSummit), and Mina the Hollower’s May 29 launch date, with Mouseward teased by Finite Reflection Studios.

via Engadget|

#gaming #indie-games #puzzle-platformer

games6 months ago•17 min saved

Planet of Lana II: A Quietly Stunning Odyssey Fueled by Mystery

Planet of Lana II builds on its predecessor with a visually lush, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer. Its second half delivers a string of revelations and a climactic finale that rewards exploration, but the first half is slower and hampered by underwater puzzles and a less engaging medical quest, leaving the most compelling mysteries to the tail end and hinting at a potential sequel.

via GameSpot|

#games #planet-of-lana-ii #puzzle-platformer

games7 months ago•7 min saved

Yerba Buena Turns an NPC into a Puzzle-Solving Hero

Focus Entertainment and Mad About Pandas announced Yerba Buena, a first-person puzzle-platformer told from the perspective of an NPC in an abandoned game world. Set in a surreal 1970s San Francisco, Barb uses a device called the Oscillator to copy and reapply movement and physics to solve inventive environmental puzzles as she works to save the city. The game is headed to PS5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam), with a release date to be announced.

via Gematsu|

#first-person #focus-entertainment #games

games7 months ago•3 min saved

A Mini Zelda-Style Triumph: Ratcheteer DX Delivers Big Adventure in Small Package

Ratcheteer DX is a compact, Zelda-inspired top-down adventure that delivers a classic dungeon-crawler feel in a few hours, featuring item-driven progression, challenging but approachable puzzles, minimal storytelling with optional lore, and a color-upgraded port on Switch, PC, and Mac.

via The Verge|

#action-adventure #games #indie-game

technology7 months ago•8 min saved

Lana II on Switch 2 Elevates a Quiet, Puzzle-Driven Adventure

Planet of Lana II on Switch 2 expands the wordless, painterly stealth-puzzle adventure with Mui-powered puzzles and a deeper robot mystery. The Switch 2 Edition runs at 60fps/1080p with a free upgrade, offering sharper visuals and quicker loading, while broadening the world and mechanics. It remains a visually stunning but relatively short journey with a moody score and strong worldbuilding, earning a solid 9/10.

via Nintendo Life|

#indie-game #planet-of-lana-ii #puzzle-platformer

technology9 months ago•14 min saved

Top PC Games to Play in 2025

The article highlights the top PC games of 2025, including diverse titles like Megabonk, Ooo, Blue Prince, Old Skies, Peak, Dead Take, The Roottrees are Dead, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Skin Deep, and The Seance of Blake Manor, showcasing a range of genres from roguelikes and puzzle-platformers to immersive sims and narrative adventures, emphasizing innovation, storytelling, and gameplay depth.

via GameSpot|

#best-pc-games #immersive-sim #pc-games-2025

video-games1 year ago•5 min saved

Little Nightmares III Review: A Safe, Familiar Journey with Missed Co-op Opportunities

Little Nightmares III on Switch 2 offers a visually atmospheric horror puzzle experience that stays true to its predecessors but feels safe and somewhat repetitive, with a disappointing online-only co-op feature and performance issues, making it a missed opportunity for innovation and local multiplayer fun.

via Nintendo Life|

#co-op-multiplayer #horror #little-nightmares-iii

games1 year ago•5 min saved

Ooo: A Creative and Stunning Metroidvania Adventure

Öoo is a brilliantly designed puzzle-platformer that subverts traditional Metroidvania mechanics by limiting the player to just two bombs, encouraging inventive problem-solving and exploration through imagination, with a vibrant aesthetic and thoughtful design that makes it a standout indie game for $8.

via Kotaku|

#bomb-mechanics #games #innovative-gameplay

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Animal Well Set to Launch on May 9 for Nintendo Switch"

Animal Well, a side-scrolling puzzle platformer / Metroidvania game, is set to launch for PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC via Steam on May 9 for $24.99. Developed by solo developer Billy Basso over seven years, the game offers a dense, interconnected labyrinth with secrets to unravel, emphasizing exploration, puzzle-solving, and survival in a nonlinear, atmospheric world.

via Gematsu|

#animal-well #gaming #metroidvania

gaming2 years ago•5 min saved

"Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Nostalgic Remake or Frustrating Feud?"

Nintendo has been remaking old titles for the Switch, with Mario vs. Donkey Kong being the latest. The game, originally released in 2004, offers precise, constrained gameplay with a focus on puzzle-solving. The new Switch version includes additional worlds, a "Casual" play style, and new modes. However, the article argues that the 1994 version of Donkey Kong for the Game Boy, known as Donkey Kong '94, would have been a better choice for a remake due to its more inspired and inventive design.

via Polygon|

#donkey-kong #game-remake #gaming

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

"Review: Mario vs. Donkey Kong on Switch - A Remake Reconsidered"

The first review for Mario vs. Donkey Kong on Switch from Famitsu gives it a score of 32/40, with four critics each awarding it an 8. While this score is promising, it's not definitive, and other outlets' reviews are still awaited. The game releases on February 16th, and Nintendo Life's review will be available soon.

via Nintendo Life|

#famitsu-review #gaming #mario-vs-donkey-kong

gaming2 years ago•18 min saved

"Top 20 Games of 2023: A Year of Unforgettable Gaming Experiences"

NME has compiled a list of the 20 best games of 2023, featuring a diverse range of genres and platforms. Some notable titles include "Humanity," a puzzle platformer with immersive soundscapes; "Lies Of P," a nightmarish fairytale slasher; "Bayonetta Origins: Cereza And the Lost Demon," a narrative-driven action-adventure; "Metroid Prime Remastered," a faithful recreation of the GameCube classic; and "The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom," a highly anticipated sequel to "Breath Of The Wild." Other games on the list include "Dead Space" remake, "Resident Evil 4" remake, "Star Wars Jedi: Survivor," "Marvel's Spider-Man 2," and "Baldur's Gate 3."

via NME|

#action-adventure #best-games-of-2023 #gaming

gaming2 years ago•15 min saved

"Cocoon's Developers Unveil Their Most Complex Puzzle Game Yet"

Cocoon, a puzzle-platformer game developed by Geometric Interactive, was born from a daydream of designer Jeppe Carlsen. The game features worlds within worlds and a simple control scheme, allowing players to navigate through complex puzzles with just one button and a joystick. The development process involved creating prototypes, refining gameplay mechanics, and incorporating stunning artwork and audio design. Cocoon's story is open to interpretation, with no dialogue and a focus on environmental storytelling. The team behind Cocoon is now taking a break but has plans for their next game, which will be a different concept from Cocoon.

via Eurogamer.net|

#cocoon #game-development #gaming

gaming3 years ago•7 min saved

"Trine 5: Unveiling the Clockwork Conspiracy"

Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy is a 2.5D puzzle platformer that continues the series' tradition of excellence in co-op gameplay. The game features challenging puzzles, expanded progression system, and unique boss fights. However, the combat sections are lackluster and interrupt the flow of the game. The story is predictable and uninteresting. Overall, Trine 5 offers more of the same Trine experience, which is a good thing for fans of the series.

via IGN|

#challenging-puzzles #co-op-gameplay #gaming