Koei Tecmo and Gust, in collaboration with TOHO Co., have announced the first-ever console game adaptation of the popular franchise The Apothecary Diaries, The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother. Alongside iconic characters, discover a new story and new characters, all conceptualized by series author Hyuganatsu.…
Welcome to my first-ever highlight article for Fellow Traveller’s Story-Rich Showcase! Being fair, though, it is the first one. Fellow Traveller is a game publisher that wants story-rich games to shine—and not just theirs. Today’s presentation includes new games, new trailers, and world premieres. There are a few crossover games…
Read MoreEvery new presentation this week seems like the best, and Wholesome Games is no different. It’s filled with the best cute’n’cozy titles in development, and is always chock-full of happiness. Jenny Windham and other cozy creators present the games.…
Read MoreNext year is the 30th anniversary of the original Final Fantasy VII, and to celebrate, Square Enix will launch this final game in its remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. During Summer Game Fest, the developer/publisher showcased not just its reveal trailer, but also an extended look at gameplay. Arguably…
Read MoreThis year’s Women-Led Games is hosted by Briana White (Final Fantasy VII Remake & Rebirth) and co-hosted by Rebecca Ford (Warframe Creative Director) and Megan Everett (Community Director). Women either lead the titles, or they have majority-women teams. Major announcements are imminent: Soulframe, We Were Here Tomorrow, Come to My…
Read MoreThis is the first recap/highlight reel of a very busy week ahead, and Sony dove into it headfirst, showcasing games such as Wolverine, Kemuri, and Control Resonance. The nearly hour-long presentation is half spent on God of War: Laufey, so you can duck out around the 40-minute-mark if you’re not…
Read MoreCozy creativity and animal management sims collide yet again in Planet Zoo 2, Frontier Developments’ sequel to its popular 2019 game. It focuses more on conservation than its predecessor, and introduces new animals (including aviaries and aquariums!). Construct beautiful habitats where species can interact with their environment. Take your conservation…
Read MoreCreated by a team including former Fortnite and Fall Guys developers, Papaya Plaza is a relaxing, bite-sized game where you become Mayor and turn a sleepy tourist town into a lively, energetic place. Design your own pixel art paradise, solve the villagers’ problems, and improve your town rank. The laidback…
Read MoreWelcome to Digitally Downloaded’s weekly catch-up news feature, the catch-up coffee. Here, I bring you the best news you may have missed from last week. Grab the biggest mug you’ve got, fill it with your favourite brew, and catch up with us (and our favourite news anchor, Dee Dee)!…
Read MoreDuring this year’s Six One Indie showcase, publisher FuRyu revealed its upcoming title, ANOMALITH. The new survival action horror game combines the tactical combat of Resident Evil 4 with the anomaly horror worldbuilding that’s become so popular in recent years. Fight through monstrous anomalies and reality-bending zones, become more powerful…
Read MoreMonster Couch, the developer behind the digital adaptation of Wingspan and Quilts and Cats of Calico, has announced its newest project for PC: Wyrmspan. Wyrmspan is the digital adaptation of the acclaimed dragon strategy card game of the same name. It’s an engine-building, card-driven strategy game for 1 to 5…
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