Several key adjustments to gameplay mechanics and lots of optimization has been made. Posted by Sklorite-Studios-LLC on Jun 5th, 2025 Hello! After receiving some friendly feedback about the gameplay mechanics, there have been some changes to accommodate and make things better for all players. Additionally, a good amount of time has been spent to polish and improve performance. (visit the steam update page for more details!) However, I am looking for anyone who is interested in playing the game for free, to provide more feedback and a steam review! Just jump into the official Smoking Gun Discord Server and mention you are interested in providing feedback and I'll get you a free steam key for the game! No strings attached, I just need some honest feedback; good or bad! There is a limited number of keys available, so first come, first serve (limit of 1 per account)! I appreciate your willingness and look forward to getting in touch! Thanks! -Sklor @ Sklorite Studios LLC

We are pleased to announce the release of Matali Physics 6.9, the next significant step on the way to the seventh major version of the environment. Matali Physics 6.9 introduces a number of improvements and fixes to Matali Physics Core, Matali Render and Matali Games modules, presents physics-driven, completely dynamic light sources, real-time object scaling with destruction, lighting model simulating global illumination (GI) in some aspects, comprehensive support for Wayland on Linux, and more. Posted by komires on Jun 3rd, 2025 What is Matali Physics? Matali Physics is an advanced, modern, multi-platform, high-performance 3d physics environment intended for games, VR, AR, physics-based simulations and robotics. Matali Physics consists of the advanced 3d physics engine Matali Physics Core and other physics-driven modules that all together provide comprehensive simulation of physical phenomena and physics-based modeling of both real and imaginary objects. What's new in version 6.9? Physics-driven, completely dynamic light sources. The introduced solution allows for processing hundreds of movable, long-range and shadow-casting light sources, where with each source can be assigned logic that controls its behavior, changes light parameters, volumetric effects parameters and others; Real-time object scaling with destruction. All groups of physics objects and groups of physics objects with constraints may be subject to destruction process during real-time scaling, allowing group members to break off at different sizes; Lighting model simulating global illumination (GI) in some aspects. Based on own research and development work, processed in real time, ready for dynamic scenes, fast on mobile devices, not based on lightmaps, light probes, baked lights, etc.; Comprehensive support for Wayland on Linux. The latest version allows Matali Physics SDK users to create advanced, high-performance, physics-based, Vulkan-based games for modern Linux distributions where Wayland is the main display server protocol; Other improvements and fixes which complete list is available on the History webpage. What platforms does Matali Physics support? Android Android TV *BSD iOS iPadOS Linux (distributions) macOS Steam Deck tvOS UWP (Desktop, Xbox Series X/S) Windows (Classic, GDK, Handheld consoles) What are the benefits of using Matali Physics? Physics simulation, graphics, sound and music integrated into one total multimedia solution where creating complex interactions and behaviors is common and relatively easy Composed of dedicated modules that do not require additional licences and fees Supports fully dynamic and destructible scenes Supports physics-based behavioral animations Supports physical AI, object motion and state change control Supports physics-based GUI Supports physics-based particle effects Supports multi-scene physics simulation and scene combining Supports physics-based photo mode Supports physics-driven sound Supports physics-driven music Supports debug visualization Fully serializable and deserializable Available for all major mobile, desktop and TV platforms New features on request Dedicated technical support Regular updates and fixes If you have questions related to the latest version and the use of Matali Physics environment as a game creation solution, please do not hesitate to contact us.

We’re thrilled to announce that Trackastrophe! is participating in this year’s Cerebral Puzzle Showcase on Steam! To celebrate the occasion, we’re releasing a free demo of the game, available for everyone who’d like to give it a try. If you enjoy puzzle games, chaotic trains, and colorful worlds, we’d love for you to check it out and, who knows, maybe wishlist the game 👀 What is Trackastrophe!? Trackastrophe! is a puzzle game where you guide an eccentric train through wacky worlds. Add tiles to the map layout, expand your train by collecting train cars, and pray you can get to the other side in one piece! Your mission: - Analyze each level- Lay down the right track tiles- Pray your train gets to the end in one piece!The demo is live now on Steam, so hop aboard and help our train reach its destination! 🚂Steam page: Store.steampowered.com

San, ni, ichi… Hajime! 🎌 Welcome to Nippon Marathon 2: Daijoubu! 🏃🍌🐶Whether you're a total newbie, or still recovering from shiba-related injuries from the OG Nippon Marathon - welcome to the weirdest marathon you'll ever run!Get ready for Nippon Marathon 2: Daijoubu, where fruit is deadly, physics are on vacation, and Shiba Inu are kawaii but absolutely relentless.🛎️ P.S. If you’re liking the sound of this so far, hit that Wishlist button—it’s a huge help for tiny teams like ours!Never Played the Original? Daijoubu! (That’s Japanese for “It’s OK!”)The original Nippon Marathon was our love letter to game show absurdity - drawing inspiration from Takeshi’s Castle (or MXC, for our American pals), Micro Machines, and slapstick Saturday morning TV.The idea was simple: 🦞 Race across Japan dodging ridiculous obstacles, 🍌 Hurl fruit at your rivals,🌀 And flail gloriously through ragdoll chaos…All while dressed as a lobster. And, it clicked: 💬 89% Very Positive on Steam 🎥 Millions of YouTube views 🇯🇵 Even got airtime on Japanese TV Fans were very excited when we announced Nippon Marathon 2, here's some of our fave reactions: What’s New in NM2? So for Nippon Marathon 2, we rebuilt everything from the ground up, building on what you love from the first game: 🍌 All-new obstacle courses with totally unexpected hazards 🧼 Ridiculous power-ups (old favourites + chaotic new ones) 🤼 The return of SoraTheTroll's iconic commentary 📺 Brand-new Create-a-Contestant mode 🕹️ And yes… online multiplayer is coming Who’s Behind the Madness? We’re Onion Soup Interactive - a married two-person indie team from the UK. We grew up glued to Takeshi’s Castle, Wacky Races, and many other completely unhinged TV show/cartoon from the 90s! Now as adults, it’s clearly hardwired into our DNA—because our mission is simple: To make unapologetically weird games that’ll have you questioning your life choices… and definitely ours. Since our debut with Nippon Marathon, we’ve been spreading joyful chaos to players around the world with our weird games.Our first Kickstarter for NM2 didn’t quite land, but we we weren’t ready anyway.So we trained in the indie dojo, unleashed the mini-game mayhem of SUPER 56, and now…We’re back. Stronger. Sillier. More Daijoubu than ever.Join the Community! We’re just two humans and a dream (and a lot of coffee), but it's our community that makes it all possible.Whether you’ve been with us since the first Nippon Marathon, discovered us through SUPER 56, or just stumbled in for Nippon Marathon 2 - we’re so glad you’re here 💛Got ideas? Fan art? Power-up suggestions? Come say hi: 💟 Discord 🐦 Twitter 📺 YouTube 🦋 BlueSky 🔗 LinkTree We post behind-the-scenes chaos, memes, dev updates, and occasionally, beta invites. Wishlist Nippon Marathon 2: Daijoubu! Hit that Wishlist button now to stay updated-and help us defeat the Steam algorithm overlords. It’s the easiest way to support the game and get notified about new updates and Shiba-fuelled madness.Thanks for joining us on this ridiculous journey.That’s Daijoubu!!!💛 Amy & Andy

Looking for playtesters that are interested in point-and-click adventure games and providing feedback. Posted by mixelplixed on May 28th, 2025 Hello there! To celebrate the launch of the trailer for Okinawa Journal, the game has been opened up for playtesting. If anyone is interested in playing the game and providing feedback, please contact me at larry@miga.me or on Discord at Discord.gg. There are several slots open! I've been developing the game for the past 8 months or so and this is the second round of playtesting. My goal is to make something fun and memorable, not too difficult, and not easy to predict. There is quite of bit of lore and character building as well as some light puzzles and interesting interactions. I'm very open to any and all feedback, good and bad, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts! All the best, Larry

Dive into DecayZ Origin, a gripping survival experience in a post-apocalyptic world.

We’d like to help everyone get started with the prototype, so here’s a brief summary of the current controls. Controller support is planned for a future update. Posted by AngryCatStudios on May 28th, 2025 - Basic Design/Concepts Controls Spells can be selected in two ways: Hold the Q key briefly to bring up the spell bar, then use A, S, D to navigate or simply left-click on a spell. Or use F2 for Arcane Bolt, F3 for Arcane Shield, and F4 for Time Wrap directly. 💡 Note: This is the first iteration of the keybindings. Full keyboard/mouse and controller support will improve usability in future versions. ■ Character Attributes You can allocate points under Primary Attributes / Skills on your character screen. For a Mage, we recommend: A. Arcana – Grants +1 HP, +1 Tempo, and +3 Focus per rank B. Finesse – Grants +2 HP, +2 Tempo, and +1 Focus per rank If survivability is a priority, invest in Vigor, which grants +4 HP and +1 Tempo per rank. 🧪 Many items also boost these attributes depending on their rarity and stats. ■ Combat Basics Main rule: If you run out of Tempo, end your turn by pressing ENTER or clicking the End Turn button. Your character can only move or act as long as they have Tempo remaining. 🏃‍♂️ Tip: If you're near an Exit (marked with a green arrow), you can flee to the adjacent map. ■ Spell Usage Arcane Bolt – A magical projectile that can hit enemies even without Line of Sight. → Press F2, or hold Q, navigate with A/S/D → Press Q again to enter targeting mode → Rotate target with A/D, cast with F Arcane Shield – Currently self-cast only. Grants both physical and magical protection. → Use F3 or hold Q, navigate to the spell → Target yourself, confirm with F Time Wrap – A spell with dual-purpose effects: → Cast on enemies to increase their Tempo cost → Cast on yourself to reduce your Tempo cost → Use the same selection method as above ■ Targeting & Hit Chance When targeting (rotating with A/D), a stats window appears next to the enemy. ⚠️ Note: The window disappears if you move the mouse. The percentage displayed indicates your hit chance. ■ Additional Tips Lootables such as equipment and consumables (e.g. potions) are essential. You can use potions before or during combat. You cannot change gear while in combat.

SURVIVAL IS NO LONGER A DRILL! ‘ASTRUMIS - SURVIVE TOGETHER’ NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM Hey everyone — I’m incredibly excited (and still kind of in disbelief) to finally announce that my first game, Astrumis – Survive Together, is now available on Steam! This has been a solo project from start to finish — a true passion project. Inspired by some of my favorite sci-fi and horror experiences, I set out to create a co-op game that really leans hard into teamwork, communication, and suspense. Whether you’re guiding your partner from mission control or sneaking through dark corridors yourself, survival depends on how well you work together. 👉 To celebrate the launch, there's a brand-new trailer showcasing the game! Game Features: ✔️ 100% co-op experience with two distinct gameplay roles ✔️ Friend Pass – one copy is all you need to play together✔️ Survivor: Real-time action and hacking as John Kowalski✔️ Mission Control: Strategic puzzles and navigation as Yang Sungbin✔️ 9 story-driven levels with full voice acting and cinematic storytelling✔️ A tense, story-rich sci-fi setting with secrets to uncover and systems to survive✔️ Ongoing post-launch support with updates, new features, and expanded content🖼️Some brand-new screenshots showcasing the gameplay: This isn’t the end — not even close. I’m committed to supporting Astrumis post-launch with ongoing updates. That means bug fixes, quality-of-life improvements, and new free content down the line. I’m already working on new game modes and even additional story content. Your feedback is everything, so if you're playing, please share your thoughts — they’ll help shape what comes next. You can grab Astrumis – Survive Together now on Steam. And if you want to share feedback, report bugs, or just talk about the game, join the community over on the Discord here! Thanks so much for supporting this wild solo dev journey.– Tyci

Frontline Protocol – Tactical PvE Strategy Wishlist on Steam and join Playtest for free Hi everyone! I'm an indie developer working on Frontline Protocol, a real-time strategy game with a unique blend of rts, deckbuilding and auto battler mechanics, and a strong focus on cooperative PvE gameplay. This isn't your typical RTS: Instead of controlling units directly, players influence the battlefield by playing cards. Every card you deploy brings instant effects – from spawning units, constructing buildings, placing towers, to launching tactical actions. Positioning, timing, and smart synergy between your three active decks is key. Key Features Card-based RTS Control your army through over 300 cards: infantry, vehicles, towers, buildings, and powerful action cards.1–4 online Multiplayer PvE Co-op Jump into online Multiplayer battles with up to 3 friends. Share spawners, coordinate strategies, and specialize your decks for roles like defense, eco, support, or frontline pressure.Auto Battler Dynamics Once deployed, your units act autonomously – but their effectiveness depends on your deck structure, map control, and team coordination.Meta Progression Earn Booster Credits and unlock card packs containing new units, action cards, and some items. Permanently improve select cards, invest skill points for meta-progression, and shape your long-term strategy. Create new specialized decks like infantry only, anti vehicle, eco buildings or what you want.Mission System Take on dynamic PvE missions with modifiers like time limits or card restrictions. Complete them to earn Mission Coins and unlock exclusive tactical rewards from mission booster packs.Special OrderAdd extra difficulty and earn rare rewards. Special Orders can be activated by the host to increase mission difficulty for all players – by limiting income, increasing enemy spawns or something else. The entire team receives a special loot if they succeed under these conditions. Deployment PlansStrategically boost rewards during missions. Deployment Plans are one-time tactical items drawn from mission booster packs. Use them during missions to gain extra Player EXP, Card EXP, or bonus loot – either per map or at mission completion. Choosing the right plan at the right time can multiply your rewards. Stats: Genre: Real-Time Strategy meets Deckbuilder and Auto Battler Online Multiplayer: Cooperative PvE for 1–4 players Card-Based Tactics: Spawn units, fire missiles, deploy towers, build economy Multi-Deck System: Play with up to three customizable decks simultaneously Booster Packs: Unlock new units, new action cards, and items 300+ Cards: Infantry, vehicles, support units, towers, buildings, and special actions Shared Resources: Teamwide synergy through buildings and spawner sharing Deck Progression: Permanently upgrade cards and build long-term strategies Skill Tree: Earn XP and unlock passive bonuses like faster income or extra hand size Missions & Objectives: Take on randomly generated missions with bonus rewards Built for Co-op: Game design encourages collaboration and tactical communication No Paywalls: All content unlockable through gameplay only Dynamic Enemy Scaling: AI becomes stronger the longer you wait – pressure guaranteed Replay Value: Constant deck experimentation, randomized missions, and tactical depth Get more: Steam Page: Frontline Protocol on Steam Official Website: www.frontlineprotocol.com

Day of the Rising Dead is now available to purchase on itch.ioITCH.IO: Day of the Rising Dead by DayoftheRisingDeadPATREON: Patreon.comLINK TREE: Linktr.ee Get ready for an action-packed, cinematic zombie horror experience—straight out of the 1980s! Step into a gritty, analog film-style world where three survivors must battle their way through a planet overrun by the undead. From the dark alleys of a crumbling city to eerie forests, an abandoned military outpost, and a blood-soaked shopping mall, every step is a fight for survival. Man has fallen. As the day sets, the dead shall rise! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Features: Use a wide range of firearms, melee weapons, and explosives to stay alive Dive into a lengthy and challenging campaign—fully immersive and loaded with cinematic moments Face off against varied zombie types and terrifying bosses Randomized weapons and enemy counts keep each playthrough fresh and unpredictable Optimized to run on low-end PCs Partial gamepad support (Xbox controllers) Customize your visuals: go full analog film, modern digital cinema, or strip away effects for a raw experience --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

🎨 Tezzel: The Tilemaker’s Tale – Store Page Now Live! What if every puzzle you solved became part of a magnificent work of art? After two years of solo development, I’m proud to announce that the store page for Tezzel: The Tilemaker’s Tale is now live on Steam! This handcrafted puzzle game invites you into the vibrant world of tilemaking, one tile and one puzzle at a time. 🧩 What is Tezzel? Tezzel: The Tilemaker's Tale is a 2D pixel-art puzzle game inspired by the colorful hydraulic tiles of Barcelona and the genius of Antoni Gaudí. You play as an artisan crafting a monumental wall by solving tile-based puzzles. Each tile itslef is a level and it presents its own challenge: To solve the tile you must move all blocks to the end positions Once compelted, the tile is added to the wall Unlock new tools that expand the logic and complexity of the blocks Solve around 100 handcrafted puzzles One of the last levels, with all the tolls unlocked 🔧 Mechanics That Grow With You Tezzel doesn’t rely on rotating or pushing blocks. Here, the blocks move, and they paint. They can differ a bit in the way they move and you unlock them when you advance in the game: Gravity-based movement Sticky behavior Long Movers (only stop when meet with a wall) Teleporters Inverted Movement 🧱 Build the Great Wall of Tezzel Every tile you complete becomes part of a larger mosaic wall. It’s a visual memory of everything you’ve created. The wall grows with you, tile by tile, until the full picture comes together. The wall in progress, with 59 tiles solved 🎨 Why Pixel Art? The tiles in Tezzel are inspired by real-world mosaics. I wanted every puzzle to feel like a small piece of something larger and beautiful. Pixel art gives me that handcrafted, colorful, and readable feel. This isn’t just a puzzle game. It’s a visual experience rooted in craft. One of my favourite levels, involving 10 different blocks 🔜 Demo Coming Soon The full game isn’t out yet, but a demo is on the way next month. You’ll be able to try some early levels and get a feel for the world of Tezzel. In the meantime, check out the trailer and wishlist the game on Steam if it caught your interest. 👀 Follow Along Tezzel is a solo project, made in my spare time over two years while working a full-time job. Sharing this now is a huge milestone. If you want to follow progress, give feedback, or just see more tile chaos, you can find me here: Thank you for checking out Tezzel. Wishlist it, share it, or just enjoy the colors.

The Demo version of my new game is now available on Steam. Posted by LexipGames on May 22nd, 2025 THEM They are coming... You play as Tommy, a 9 year old boy who finds himself in a mysterious video game club from the 1990s. Your only goal is to enjoy the arcade machines and have fun But something strange is waiting for you here... Something far beyond what Tommy has ever experienced... Weird noises echo around you, and to escape this nightmare, you must enter a strange video game. This game not only challenges you with 2D platforming obstacles but also forces you to solve complex puzzles and face the deepest fears within you. With captivating 3D realistic graphics and a gripping storyline, THEM blends first-person Psychological Horror with retro 2D-Platformer gameplay, creating a unique experience. Are you ready to face them? Features : First-person gameplay + 2D platforming elements A deep and captivating story with unexpected twists Engaging and mysterious 3D environments Find Hidden objects Diverse Puzzles Multiple Endings... Join THEM and see if you can escape this nightmare or will you become a part of them!

After our cinematic video, we've completed a gameplay video to show off some of our smooth yet tense gameplay exploring The Woods. Posted by djinghis on May 23rd, 2025 Not only have we shared some gameplay on our new Youtube channel StarlitForgeGames where you can find all our videos now and in the future, we've also launched our very own website starlitforgegames.com Stay tuned for more progress and feel free to comment on our website, steam, youtube or here.

Plagun is a fast-paced pixel-art roguelike shooter where you fight off waves of plague-mutated enemies using infected weapons called Plagun and skull masks that alter your stats and abilities. Each run offers different builds, corrupted bosses, and deadly environments. Inspired by Hell is Other Demons and Risk of Rain, it blends brutal action, decay-heavy atmosphere, and progression based on the corpses you leave behind. Posted by Talkinguns on May 18th, 2025 Plagun is a fast-paced 2D roguelike shooter with a decayed pixel-art aesthetic. You play as a reanimated doctor who channels a deadly regenerative plague to fight back against grotesque enemies born from a failed immortality vaccine. Every run takes you deeper into a world corrupted by rot, bone, and betrayal. Equip powerful Plagun weapons, switch between cursed animal skull masks to alter your abilities, and adapt your playstyle across multiple stages filled with environmental hazards, relentless enemies, and narrative fragments. Inspired by the visual impact of Hell is Other Demons, the pressure curve of Risk of Rain, and the mechanical precision of Downwell, Plagun blends brutal action with evolving builds and a corrupted world full of secrets. Features Mask system: Swap skull masks to change abilities, stats, and passives Unique weapon system: Plagun fire virus-infused projectiles with diverse effects Run-based progression: Unlock upgrades, discover secrets, and build your playstyle Bone-chilling bosses with personal connections to your character Mutating enemies and a dynamic difficulty that scales with time and aggression A dark, minimal palette of red, black, white, and plague green

Freakoff is a groundbreaking AI-driven ecosystem featuring AI Super Agents—intelligent, evolving NFTs that autonomously perform tasks like business development, content creation, and problem-solving. Posted by freakoff on May 18th, 2025 Freakoff: Command the Future with AI Super Agents Site: Freakoff.io For over 10,000 years, humanity has grappled with challenges — pain, poverty, and misfortune. Today, we stand at the dawn of a transformative era.Introducing Freakoff, a groundbreaking ecosystem where AI Super Agents — intelligent, evolving NFTs — work tirelessly on your behalf. 🤖 Meet Your AI Super Agent Imagine a digital assistant that doesn’t just follow commands but thinks, learns, and acts proactively. Each Freak is a Super Agent, boasting capabilities equivalent to 1,000 standard AI agents. Capabilities include: Business Development: Launch ventures from scratch. Creative Production: Design visuals, compose music, and craft stories. Problem Solving: Analyze challenges and devise solutions. These agents are innovators, not just assistants. 🌐 The Freakverse: A Gamified 3D World Step into the Freakverse, a dynamic 3D environment where Freaks live, work, and evolve in real-time. Engage with your Super Agents through the Tower Agent, a no-code, visual platform that allows task assignment with just a few clicks or voice commands. 📺 The World’s First Fully AI-Run TV Channel Freaks operate a 24/7 AI-driven TV channel, producing content across news, entertainment, and marketing — entirely autonomously. No scripts, no directors, no human intervention. It’s not a concept; it’s live. 💼 24/7 Business Promotion & Monetization Your Freaks continuously promote themselves, the Freakoff project, and your personal businesses or brands. They create viral content, grow their audience, and increase their own value — automatically boosting your NFT’s worth and the value of your $FOT holdings. 🧬 The Genesis Freaks The journey begins with 7,777 unique AI Super Agents, each possessing distinct appearances, skills, and personalities. These originals form the DNA for future Freak generations, serving as the foundation of the Freakoff ecosystem. 💎 $FOT Token: Fueling the Ecosystem Early investors can anticipate a 564%+ return, with a 100x growth potential as Freakoff scales. The $FOT token offers exclusive drops, discounts, and mega prizes, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, all backed by blockchain transparency. 🛠️ Next-Level Technology pNFTs: Prompt-based NFTs that shape Freaks’ minds and personalities. Freakverse: A gamified 3D world where Freaks operate. Tower Agent: A no-code, visual platform for seamless interaction with your Freaks. 🤖 From Digital to Physical: The Future of Freaks Freaks are set to evolve into physical AI companions, bringing superintelligence into real life. Transitioning from online agents to real-world assistants, they represent the next leap in AI integration. 📅 Roadmap Highlights 1.Launch & Branding: Establishing the foundation and initiating the $FOT presale. 2. AI Activation: Empowering Freaks with advanced AI capabilities. 3. Viral Domination: Expanding reach through the AI-run TV channel. 4. Freakverse Launch: Introducing the interactive 3D world. 5. Robotic Integration: Developing physical AI companions. 6. Global Expansion: Scaling the ecosystem worldwide. 🌟 Why Join Freakoff? Pioneering Technology: First fully AI-built crypto ecosystem. Innovative Media: First fully AI-driven TV channel. Self-Growing NFTs: Assets that autonomously market themselves and your projects. Early-Mover Advantage: Significant upside potential for early adopters. Own the AI. Command the Future. Welcome to Freakoff.

What is NUSNUR? NUSNUR is a story-based RPG with multiple endings. Gameplay begins with hack-and-slash and turn-based combat, changing with each universe. Not only your choices, but also your playstyle affect the story’s progression. If you want, you can play the story in co-op with up to 4 players! What is up with the DEMO? The DEMO ends after a portion of Chapter 1 is played. Nimbus’s universe features hack-and-slash and turn-based battle mechanics, both of which are available to try in the DEMO. Achievements are included in the DEMO, however they will not count toward Steam achievements for both IndieDB and Steam versions. Switching from the DEMO to the full game will keep your progress if you are playing the DEMO on Steam. The DEMO will not receive updates unless a critical bug is found. Here is the Steam page if you want to play the Steam version of the DEMO. What about Chapter 2? Chapter 2 will feature Ophelia and Yuzuki as main characters, along with Nusnur Supreme, Kazuya, Nii-san, Anurnia, and more... Ophelia was just trying to survive back in her universe... Now she has to survive even more! Anyway, what's up with all these playing cards? It may take some time before Chapter 2 is ready to play. We're still developing it, and we'll keep you updated!

Binding mechanics are reworked to allow freedom of movement. New features include blade recoil for beats, improved AI, the addition of spears, and experimental LAN. Banking mechanics are conceptualized to add realism in the game's story mode. Posted by khiemgluong on May 17th, 2025 0.5.0 Combat Physical Binding I had touched on how fluid movement is important for engaging gameplay in a previous post, failing to realize that the way binding would freeze you in place was contradictory to that point. The previous approach to binding was a matter of programming limitation rather than technical. I couldn't figure out a way to allow blade movement tangent to another blade without tunneling issues, since weapon movement was only relative to the character, rather than relative to its own collisions. The solution was to enable a minimal amount of physics to control the blade, torqued by an angular force enough to keep the weapon oriented upright, while base movement would still use kinematics. It will only be in play when another object is acting upon it, rather than be the driving force of the weapon (unlike that one physics melee "game" that's shilled everywhere). This meant that in the event of a bind, the weapon would align itself to the blade it's bound with, and as demonstrated in the video, maintains the pressure necessary to keep the weapon in contact without tunneling. With a more stable and consistent binding mechanic I was able to unrestrict weapon and character movement, allowing for a new combat paradigm where opponents would wrestle each other for the most ideal attack angle. Blade "Recoil" To add another layer of reactivity, the blade that receives the attack would "recoil" opposite to the direction of the blade that struck it as demonstrated in the video. This technique allows you to strike your opponent’s blade to create an opening for an attack. It's based on a real sword-fighting strategy where, instead of targeting the opponent directly, you first displace their defense by "beating" their blade out of the way. Combat Movement A new set of root motion animations for combat have been added to accompany the more aggressive AI. In previous versions, NPCs wielding shorter swords rarely stood a chance against those with larger ones. But now, a katana wielding gladiator can stand his ground—even without chest armor—against an opponent armed with a zweihander, and go on to win the rematch. In summary: size doesn't matter (anymore). The only current limitation left is how to handle dynamic target locking. It's fine when you're in a 1v1 duel, but against several enemies, especially now that each team gets up to 8 people in the arena, then it becomes an impediment rather than an advantage. Models Armor Speaking of chest armor, the Lorica Hamata (chainmail) is now part of the gladiator loadout. As far as Roman themed items go, this might be one of the last to be added. Spears Spears have been a near universal weapon in the ancient world, yet rarely receives representation in games in comparison to swords, likely something to do with the fact that it's really overpowered. I included it irregardlessly because I wanted to experiment with a new melee control system. Spears do not rotate like swords, instead it only pans, where the panning controls the spear tip. It's the perfect weapon against armored opponents or for fighters who prefer fighting from a distance with precise thrusts. Just keep in mind that spears still inherits the drawbacks of its real life counterpart. Scripts LAN Play Networked gameplay—something that's been on the backburner for a while, and something I’ve always wanted to implement—have now been developed into something barebones but functional. To start a LAN game, it's as easy as choosing LAN in the arena dropdown, and if you're starting the game, choose the host or server and share the IP address that is displayed to your clients. The host will have to spawn in the arena before clients can join. Story Mode The starting town in Story Mode is composed of simple, geometric structures, built with the Placeable system. Not every buildings will be created with this system, but a good portion of generic buildings will be, so apartments, barracks, or anything with a blocky form. Unique or curved structures, like the Colosseum, will be modeled instead. Banking Money (gold) in the world of Blade Ballad will have tangible weight, so it wouldn't be smart to go adventuring while hauling your entire fortune everywhere, as it will slow you down and draw unwanted attention from bandits, thieves and scam artists. Instead, you would make use of the many banks and deposit boxes located throughout the world to store your coin, whether earned or stolen. These banks would allow deposit, withdrawal and transfers to other banks, and will attempt to keep your wealth safe, with varying degrees of success. However, ancient banks (which were not globally centralized) came with their own problems. One would be its vulnerability to raiders. Since FDIC wasn't a thing, your money is effectively gone if it was looted. Corruption would be present as well (no different than modern banks) and would come in the form of "misplaced" funds, usury, embezzlement, preferential treatment to families of bankers, etc. This is intended to help you realize that you don't need all that gold. In most open world games I've played, I've always finished it with a massive pile of money in my inventory. All that time finding and selling items and I ended up not spending most of it anyways.

JointForcer: Final Assault 3.2 – DUPLEX adds space battles, capital ships, and real-terrain maps to this free tactical air/naval combat game. Fly over 50 aircraft, command drones, and build missions with full control. New features include strategic ramming, improved physics, massive warships, and true 3D warfare. Play solo or multiplayer – all free. Posted by karolgrodecki on May 18th, 2025 JOINTFORCER: FINAL ASSAULT 3.2 DUPLEX EDITION – OFFICIAL PRESENTATION 1. What Is JOINTFORCER? Welcome to JointForcer: Final Assault 3.2 DUPLEX, an air & naval combat game blending arcade action, tactical planning, and strategic execution. You can play solo or multiplayer, with full mission customization. MULTI/SINGLE PLAYER ARCADE SHOOTER + AIR NAVAL SPACE COMBAT SIM + MISSION SANDBOX If you can't imagine what that means—think of an action RPG, but with airplanes, helicopters, and experimental aircraft. Choose your main weapon, two special abilities (missile pods 1 & 2), radar (like skill range), armor, and structure (self-explanatory). Then jump into a team-based dogfight deathmatch with players or highly customizable AI. From light and agile fighters to heavy bombers with powerful weapons, all the way up to capital vessels capable of spawning their own fleet. 🚨 It’s completely FREE! 🚨 -> DOWNLOAD <- With the latest Titan Mangusta (DUPLEX 3.2) patch – we’re taking the fight into space. Yes, you heard that right: space battles are now part of the experience. For those who prefer more realistic setup, there new desert missions, and something special: maps based on REAL geographical data. There is mini world map, map of United Kingdom, Europe, also Black Sea with Ukraine and Persian Gulf / Middle East maps. 2. Capital Ships – New Gameplay Tier Each faction now has access to a new class of capital ships: REBELS: Heavy Airships EAST: DD-Class Destroyers WEST: BC-Class Battlecruiser These colossal machines are easy targets, but incredibly resilient. They introduce a new kind of gameplay: Strong hull, but easy to hit Capable of dealing massive firepower Great for base assault/defense or command center missions Can RAM smaller ships :))) 3. Aircraft Collision Rework – Smarter Physics Previously, two aircraft crashing into each other in space would cause both to explode. Now: Damage is based on opponent’s hull strength. Small fighters will no longer explode capital ships Large vessels can now strategically ram opponents in close combat Encourages a new level of tactical creativity 4. New Terrain-Based Maps – Earth Gets Real We’re introducing a new map system using real-world geographical data. 🗺️ Maps include: MiniWorld (Europe-centric scaled terrain) Persian Gulf [This is height-map used to create Persian Gulf region. From left upper corner you can recognize characteristic 'shoe' - Italy, then going to centre you will see Middle East region and Suez Canal. ] Suez Canal Other large-scale coastal zones North Poland (including Russian Enclave) Features: No roads or infrastructure — pure terrain and water Ideal for sniping/hunting (large maps) Intense dogfighting (small maps) [this real-map project will be developed further with better quality and more real regions - feel free to suggest your picks!] 5. Over 50 Aircraft to Command We’ve packed the game with a huge selection of aerial machines: Fighters: F-16, F-18, EuroFighter, MiG-29, Su-33, Attack planes: SU-25, A-10 Tank Killer Multirole: SU-30, SU-33 Bombers: 🚨 New: SU-24, B-1B for the WEST [in-game codename Strategic Bomber SB-1 OPPENHEIMER] Frigates, Nuclear bombers, Capital Ships. Multiple 'what-if' experimental vessels, like DD Chrushtchev - EAST Destroyer. Finally you can use space vessels in their 'true' environment and take them into space batlle 6. Reskins, Improvements, & Bug Fixes Visual improvements on several models New effects for capital ship exhaust and heat Bug where drones spawned directly into the host vessel: FIXED Now spawn from rear sections of airships for safe deployment 7. Space Combat Expanded We’ve added multiple space maps, including: Derelict Stations Asteroid Fields Megacity Shells Combat in space is no longer flat. Up, down, left, and right lose all meaning. This is true 3D warfare – prepare for the next level. 8. Arsenal of Destruction Customize your aircraft with a deep and satisfying loadout system: Cannons, bombs, missiles (heat-seekers, dumbfire, ballistic) Radars, countermeasures, defence systems Armor mods and airframe upgrades Adjust for weight, speed, range, and role. 9. Mission Planning – Your Way You control the mission architecture: Factions (EAST / WEST / REBELS) Custom squadrons (Fighter, Bomber, Support) AI difficulty from flying target to combat aces World speed and general hull strength allow to bend rules to your like - from one shot kills to long time air&naval battles Over 25 biomes: Europe Mongolia Indo-China Middle East Oceanic + Island Zones + REALISTIC NEW MISSION MAP PACKS IN POTENTIAL CONFLICT ZONES WITH FUTURISTIC BATTLE BASES 10. Unique Features 🪂 [IMPROVED!] Ejection System Escape mid-flight Fight in escape pod of your choice 🤖 Drones & Support Fighters Light fighters spawn 1–2 UAVs Capital ships can launch up to 16 drones ⚔️ Vertical & Horizontal Combat From sea-skimming interceptors to orbit duels Battles span full vertical space 11. Strategy Meets Accessibility Whether you’re a tactician or a trigger-happy pilot: Quick-play skirmishes Full scenario missions Great for all skill levels 12. New Combat Philosophy – Especially for Rebels REBELS now fight: In open-top hovercraft Blending flesh and metal – ships are grown from biomass Believe their vessels are alive They defend the freedom of: Thought Science Speech Exploration Their strategy? Be like water: “Gutta cavat lapidem non vi, sed saepe cadendo” ("The drop hollows the stone not by force, but by falling often") Use wit, adaptability, and human skill to win. Their capital ships are like beasts. Their pilots ride on top, in suits or gas masks, feeling the air. From the skies of Earth to the void of space – they are the last free people. 🎧 Final Notes & Extras 💻 Official Links: 🛰️ Teasing Future Features/Roadmap: Naval Destroyers and landing crafts Airships Quality Flight Improvement - Adding/Implementing new animations for flight control/immersion Adding flora, grass, trees, etc, - everything has to be considered vs game size and frame rate Fly Free. Burn Bright. Download JointForcer Now.

Skeleton Arena is now on Steam! Wishlist it today and prepare to fight your way through deadly bosses and experiment with powerful gear combinations in this fast-paced roguelike. Posted by gugugagash on May 14th, 2025 Skeleton Arena is now on Steam — Wishlist now! Skeleton Arena has officially landed on Steam! This top-down action roguelike throws you into a chaotic world of bone-crushing enemies, dynamic gear combos, and ever-changing dungeon layouts. 👉 Wishlist on Steam now :) 🦴 What is Skeleton Arena? Skeleton Arena is a fast-paced 3D roguelike where each run throws a fresh challenge at you. With procedurally generated dungeons, unique bosses, and a deep gear system, no two playthroughs are the same. Equip a weapon in each hand and experiment with powerful synergies — flying daggers, cursed rings, gravity orbs, shields, and more. 🔥 Key Features: Epic boss fights with unique personalities and attack patterns Procedural dungeons that change every run Dual-wielding system — each hand can equip a different weapon Tons of gear: shields, daggers, rings, orbs, and mysterious relics Every death is a new beginning — play as a new hero each run A strange fortress hub filled with secrets, traders, and survivors Join the community, share your builds, and help shape the development as we continue adding content and polish. 👉 Wishlist on Steam now :) PS: Currently working on the trailer — coming soon!

Patch 1.2 adds Field Area mode, a new gearing system, and characters Izanami and Guren. New outfits, events, and rewards are included, along with bug fixes and balance changes. Posted by SengokuYokai on May 16th, 2025 Patch Notes 1.2 Hey everyone! Whispering Blade just got a new update! This update brings new features, characters, and improvements to the game. New Features New Field Area Mode: Explore the world like never before! In this new mode, you can walk around the map with your favorite character, discover encounters, and engage in thrilling battles. Field Area mode is also the key to obtaining items for the new equipment crafting system. Each Field Area is tier-based, with varying encounters. Currently, one tier is available, with more tiers planned for future updates. New Gearing System: Customize your characters to perfection! This system allows for deep character customization, along with new Enhancement and Awakening systems to further improve your equipment. Equipment Subpage: A new dedicated subpage category has been added, featuring all the necessary filters and pagination for easy navigation of the new equipment gearing system. New Characters Izanami: A subtle ninja assassin, Izanami excels at prolonging enemy suffering by increasing debuff timers. Obtainable through the new Field Area mode. Guren: A true naginata blood master, Guren enhances his attacks with his own blood, sacrificing his life force to strengthen his strikes. Guren is available through recruiting. New Outfits Monk Jinzo Outfit: A brand-new outfit for the beloved Monk Jinzo. Sage Tatsuya Outfit: A new outfit for Sage Tatsuya. New Event Participate in the new game mode, crafting, and enhancement of the new gear system. Complete various missions to earn valuable rewards! Other Updates New Check-in Reward: To celebrate the launch of Patch 1.2, simply log in to your account to receive a special reward in your inbox! New Unlockable Avatars: Expand your profile customization options with new avatars. Bug Fixes: Various bug fixes have been implemented to improve overall game stability and performance. Balance Changes: Hamaram's heal ability has been nerfed.Playable under: Whisperingblade.com