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#08 | Indievelopment
Culinary quests to roguelike adventures, this issue delivers endless worlds of discovery, strategy, and creative freedom.
For the best experience, enjoy this newsletter on a desktop with a warm cup of coffee ☕️.
Welcome to the first edition of Indievelopment!
August brought some amazing hits, and September is already shaping up to be even better. This Indievelopment edition is the entrée before the main course at month's end. Sink your teeth into these exciting crowdfunding and early access projects.
Click the thumbnails in our main section to visit each developer's website. This edition features games released between 19th Aug and 15th Sept 2024, with the next issue covering the period that follows.
All price references below are in USD.
Let’s dive in.
Crowdfunding
Run a café with a twist—manage deliveries, takeaway orders, and a board game system that shapes both gameplay and your café’s success. Dragon’s Brew
A beautiful, traditionally animated 2D metroidvania packed with exploration, slick combat, and a rich, narrative-driven story. Fallen Tear
Wield the Quantum Blade, a tool that lets you teleport instantly, reshaping combat and exploration. Your agility and tactical choices are the key to survival in this fast-paced cyberpunk adventure. Altered Alma
Reviving the magic of the PS2 and GameCube era, this adventure blends fluid movement, engaging storytelling, and free exploration into a fresh, reimagined experience. Fading Skies
Dive into the heavy music industry—assemble your crew, book bands, and secure sponsors as you build and manage festivals. Lord of Metal
Play as Lunne, a witch-baker managing a magical café by day and uncovering Parisian secrets by night. Build friendships, unlock mysteries, and enhance your magic. The Witch’s Bakery
Manage your cat café by balancing your time between exploring the city, prepping your café, and serving customers each day. Cat Cafe Manager 2
Relive the golden era with a collection of seven iconic '80s and '90s games, including the legendary Last Ninja series. Featuring exclusive memorabilia, it's a celebration of gaming history and innovation. The Last Ninja
Embark on a heartwarming journey as an aspiring witch tasked with delivering packages across a charming island. Soar the skies on a magic broom, earning upgrades as you connect with the townsfolk. With a focus on exploration, community, and the joy of flight, Mika’s journey to the mountain’s peak is as uplifting as it is magical. |
Defend your brand-new toy soldiers against waves of forgotten childhood toys in this Toy Story-esque tower defense adventure. Strategically place towers and command troops to fend off attacks from vintage playthings across various rooms of your home. With unique towers, creative level designs, and multiple difficulty settings, it’s a playful battle for victory and nostalgia. |
This 3D platformer brings a lot of love and content for an early access title from an Argentine developer. Explore beautifully crafted environments inspired by Latin American culture, solving puzzles and battling bosses in a dynamic mix reminiscent of Crash Bandicoot and Zelda. The game constantly introduces new mechanics, keeping the experience fresh and engaging without any filler. |
Build and shape a city that spans from Antiquity to the Age of Enlightenment in this historical city-building game with Civilization-style depth. Each era brings unique mechanics and challenges as you guide your dynasty through the ages. With an algorithm designed by an urban planner, create a stunningly realistic city while navigating political, cultural, and historical events like the Black Death. |
Step into the role of a god-like creator in this innovative simulation game, where you craft and control an evolving fantasy world. Build custom maps, simulate diplomacy, wars, and historical events, and watch as nations rise and fall over centuries. With a unique desktop wallpaper mode, your world’s history unfolds in the background while you go about your day. |
From the creators of the award-winning Banner Saga, Towerborne offers a co-op action-adventure set in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity clings to hope within the safety of The Belfry. As an Ace, you’ll fight alongside spirit companions, customise your skills and gear, and battle fearsome enemies solo or with friends. With an evolving world map, seasonal content, and a free-to-play model upon full release, Towerborne promises an ever-expanding world of adventure, challenges, and rich storytelling. |
Spin your way through a roguelike RPG adventure in RP7, where strategy meets chance. Instead of controlling a character, roll seven slot machine-style reels to shape your journey, battle monsters, and gather loot. With every roll, face new encounters and make quick decisions to survive. Unlock characters, equipment, and new content as you level up, and even team up with friends for co-op fun. |
12th September 2024 | Revive the once-famous Le Sequoia in the vibrant, pixel-art world of White Ash Harbor, a bustling cyberpunk town teeming with life. Villagers roam the docks, shops, and forests, making this place feel truly alive. Choose to be a human or android chef, each with unique perks, and customise your culinary journey by selecting from 5 restaurant types. Whether you gather rare ingredients, craft your menu, or decorate your space, this open-ended RPG gives you the freedom to shape your adventure and experience a story that’s uniquely yours. |
Our Mates
A small section of articles from our internet neighbours.
The Indie Brew is doing an online showcase for ANZ developers. Submissions are open till October 18th, with the showcase happening on December 7th.
“If Super Mario was a 2D party game, The IndiEXP’s Which Way Up: Galaxy Games is coming to Kickstarter.
IndieMania was just hosted live on IGN with exclusive showcases, developer interviews, and giveaways. See the streams here.
Happy gaming!
The Indieformer Team
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