Indie Spotlight
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Ace Combat 8 Review: Ambition, Storytelling and the View From the Cockpit
Dia Lacina and Rob discuss Ace Combat 8’s storytelling ambitions, cockpit perspective and lineage alongside Freespace and Wing Commander.
Modern Warfare 4 DMZ Hands-On: A Risky Extraction Shooter Built on a Living Map
DMZ pairs shifting enemy encounters and persistent squad progression with meaningful extraction stakes, though a failed run can cost your entire loadout.
Caleb Williams Returns Strong as Bears Debate Resurfaces
Caleb Williams looked sharp after a hamstring tear, giving Bears fans a reason for optimism. Rob and Patrick also question Jalen Hurts’ fitness to play.
Stage Tour Revives Guitar Hero’s Rhythm Game Legacy With a Lean Development Team
Stage Tour brings back the music game formula with 90-plus songs and a small team, aiming to avoid the oversupply that hurt Guitar Hero.
Ninja Kiwi Launches Bloons Monkey Tales Animated Series on YouTube
Ninja Kiwi takes Bloons TD 6’s Monkeys beyond the battlefield in a YouTube series with returning voice actors and weekly episodes.
Ravenwood Academy Demo Brings Wizard101 Mysteries to Steam Next Fest
KingsIsle’s 30–45-minute demo features two campus investigations and familiar Wizard101 characters.
Gears of War: E-Day Review: A 14-Hour Return to the Series’ Roots
E-Day pairs a 14-hour campaign of desperate defense with familiar cover combat, strong character work and a few frustrating fights.
Remap’s “My Turn” Series Begins With Steven Soderbergh’s Out of Sight
The podcast’s new film cycle starts with Soderbergh’s Out of Sight, starring George Clooney and Jennifer Lopez.
Rescue Ops: Wildfire Launching in Early 2027 with Playable Steam Demo Available
Players can experience tactical firefighting in Rescue Ops: Wildfire, launching in early 2027, with a free demo now accessible on Steam.
Studio Jadu Launches Animation Studio to Empower Independent Creators
Studio Jadu aims to revolutionize animation for independent artists, providing tools and support to maintain creative control and monetize their work.
HeroQuest: Digital Edition Set to Bring Classic Tabletop Adventure to Steam in 2027
HeroQuest: Digital Edition is an upcoming PC adaptation of the iconic tabletop game, featuring cooperative gameplay and custom quest creation.
Netmarble Set to Unleash Vampir MMO on October 27 for Global Players
Vampir, Netmarble's vampire-themed MMO, will launch globally on October 27, after a successful debut in Asia earlier this year.
Meet the Judges for the Inaugural Mobile Mogul Awards 2026
The Mobile Mogul Awards 2026 judging committee, featuring top leaders from mobile gaming and technology, aims to honor industry pioneers and innovators.
Half Past Yellow Launches Stream Train, a Co-op Horror Adventure on Steam
Half Past Yellow's Stream Train invites up to six players to explore an eerie wilderness while engaging a real-time livestream audience.
Skillprint and ASU Collaborate to Transform Game Play into Verifiable Microcredentials
Skillprint teams up with Arizona State University to convert gaming skills into microcredentials, enhancing career pathways in the evolving job market.
Call for Indie Game Submissions and Speakers Announced for Gamescom Latam 2027
Indie developers can submit their games and proposals for speaker sessions for Gamescom Latam 2027, highlighting opportunities for global visibility.
Major Developments in Gaming: AI, Unionization, and Notable Releases
This week in gaming news focuses on Epic Games’ AI push, unionization challenges at Double Fine, and exciting game releases.
Anticipating El Paso, Elsewhere 2: A Fresh Take on Gameplay and Story
El Paso, Elsewhere 2 shifts to a more focused experience, featuring new environments and the protagonist's transformation into a vampire.
Ali G Joins Fortnite: A Unique Integration Ahead of His Film Release
Ali G makes a memorable entrance into Fortnite with a creative campaign leading up to his film release, engaging players in a fun marketing experience.
Later Reports Surging 128% Revenue Growth in Q3 Amid Expanding Influencer Marketing Services
Later achieves impressive 128% revenue growth in Q3, driven by new agency wins and increased investments in creator marketing and social commerce.