That the point 'n' click genre has made a comeback in recent years is hardly news to anyone. But why is that, exactly? A lot of typical genre mechanics have aged incredibly poorly, including item manipulation and illogical puzzles, both of which haunts even the most popular titles. In spite of that, the stories such games often tell through artistic imagery, captivating dialogue and haunting music, all make this my favorite genre, bar none. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Launch reviews are not as uncommon as they used to be when talking indie games, and that's definitely a good thing as they offer potential customers insight that isn't based on trailers and/or details from the developer. But what about those published x weeks, months or even years later? Well, believe it or not, I've found that these actually benefits developers and fans even more! Welcome to The Indie Post.
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These days, indie games are available on just about any device with a screen. Because of this, they're also played more than ever before, even when they shouldn't be - like, say, during class! But as someone with a rather sizeable gaming backlog, I've often found myself wondering what happens to titles that never gets played... by anyone. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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The desire to share that game you've been working on can be powerful. All those late nights and long weekends, staring at code, creating graphics, testing it all and whatnot. But remember that once shared online, there's no way to undo it. Plus, seeing how a lot are quick to judge, making the most out of that first impression is downright vital. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Bundles are great, and for so many reasons. People get games for cheap, developers enjoy a sales (and exposure) boost - what could possibly go wrong? Well, following a bundle-crazed week, I'm inclined to say that there is such a thing as too much bundling. But while I do enjoy the discounts, I can't help but feel that all this cheap-as-dirt gaming goodness is not without certain… downsides. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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For the longest time, I've wondered if we perceive the contents of a video game differently, depending on our reason for playing it. I'm not talking about joining a friend because he/she needs a co-op buddy or such scenarios. No, what's currently weighing on my mind is how the experience differs when playing a game to critique it as opposed to, well, just playing it. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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When gaming journalists fire up a new article, its category is obvious from the get-go. It's either news, review, editorial or a feature. There are however times when a review is not a review. When the critique of a game is not based off a complete playthrough, or even a sizeable chunk of the content. Those should not be categorized as reviews. It's downright misleading. Same goes for so-called reviews of alpha and beta releases, among other. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Nowadays, people are constantly rushing off somewhere, trying to get things done before they even started. It's beyond crazy and potentially hazardous! On top of that, there seems to be little for sitting down to relax with a good book, watch a movie or even play video games. Probably why more than a few developers have taken to crafting compact experiences, titles that won't take weeks to beat, while still enjoyable. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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While our calendars may read 2014, graphics sporting a pixelated art style are not the ancient relic some believe (or wish) it to be. Logically speaking, in this age of shiny lifelike visuals, such low resolution drawings surely have no place in video games, right? Well, then a lot of developers are not only defying logic, but are also doing a darn good job at it! Welcome to The Indie Post.
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There's no denying that the digital age of software is a significant improvement over the physical era. Moving data around on floppies and various forms of optical media was never exactly ideal, but until the Internet and technology reached a certain point, it was all we had. Not so any more, although was it all for the better, or did this shift force us to leave something important behind? Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Woohoo! In less than 24 hours, it'll be CHRISTMAS! Snacks! Food! Joyous times and so much fun, but above all else… PRESENTS! And so many exclamation marks! But on a more serious note, I'm sure most nowadays care more about presents and food, than what Christmas is actually about. Not that there's anything wrong with that, and as such, I've decided to hand out some digital presents. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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What's a writer to do if he/she wants to make a video game? Learn programming and take an art class? Hardly. Be a team player and find someone to fill the remaining roles instead. Trust me, nine out of ten times, that's the optimal approach. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Over the past year or so, mobile gaming has gotten me hooked to the point where I actually find myself enjoying certain genres on my iPad, more than my PC. And not just those obviously better suited for touch-screens either. But what about those without an iOS device? Or Android? You know, Windows Phone users. Well, they're stuck with… the ports. While these tend to be without issues, sadly, there are exceptions. Not just in how they look/play either. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Since my affairs in game development have never proved fruitful, I've always been on the receiving end of press releases and related emails. As such, it wasn't until recently that I fully realized how daunting it can be, reaching out to someone with your game, asking for coverage. Time being limited and all, you'll also have to make your pitch as awesome as possible, so they'll feature your creation over someone elses. Don't let any of that stop you though! Remember: he who dares, wins. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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I'm not gonna lie. My preference when picking games for coverage is definitely those with somewhere between next-to-none and little exposure. That's not to say I dislike indies who have made it big. Quite the opposite in fact, as I think it's great when that happens. But seeing how those guys are not exactly starving for attention (anymore), I've decided to focus mostly on lesser-knowns instead; the underdogs, as it were. Welcome to The Indie Post.
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Getting your name out there as an indie developer can be tricky. Who do you reach out to, how and when? Instead of spending time pondering those questions, why not let someone who has the resources and knows people, help you out? While I thoroughly enjoy covering indie games, other people/sites who share this interest should not be ignored. How about letting me help you connect with them? The more the merrier! Welcome to The Indie Post.
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