ad2

ad2 is a minimalistic 3D arena shooter with RPG elements, though the game is too short with very little depth to sustain interest of players after completing a mission for the first time.

The map shows available paths and enemy encounters for a player to gather invasion points, which can then be used to evolve the ship in several ways. Hold the Z key to shoot, and press the X key to launch a bomb.

Name: ad2
Developer: KMC
Category: Shooter
Type: Freeware
Size: 10MB
Direct download link: Click here

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R-Theta 2

R-Theta 2 is a game based in polar coordinates. Every point in the game is assigned a radius and theta value, denoting the distance of the point from the centre, as well as the angle it makes with the x-axis.

The player is in control of a triangular shooter, built into a constantly rotating radar-scope which must be protected from collision with other enemies. Use the up and down arrow keys to decrease or increase the ship's radius from the centre. Hold the X key for rapid fire, tap the Z key to shoot and use the C key to launch a destructive missile.

Name: R-Theta 2
Developer: Theta Games
Category: Action
Type: Freeware
Size: 2MB
Direct download link: Click here

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Knytt Stories: An Artist's View

In an attempt to provide an alternative to what may be considered a typical game review, I am providing an artist's perspective on Nifflas' upcoming release Knytt Stories. Here's a snippet from the article:

Over the last several months, Nifflas' new project has been getting a lot of attention. Not that anyone found this to be a surprise, as the independent gaming community is well aware of his reputation. His previous games, most notably Knytt and Within A Deep Forest, are renowned for their unique style and high quality.

Knytt Stories is the next addition to his portfolio, and we have already previewed and praised it at Indygamer. I personally put WADF at number one in my list of art games, and was happy to receive word from Nifflas in regard to that post. Since then, I was given the opportunity to preview the game itself, and I would like to share my thoughts on it with you.

The most prevalent design element which I see in all of Nifflas' games is minimalism. This does tend to come in varying degrees, but each title that he produces seems to follow the old adage of "less is more." Knytt Stories continues in this vein in all aspects as much as its predecessor, and that is in no small part a contributing factor to its success.

Read the full article [via Mentisworks]

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Kaipuu

Kaipuu is a new platformer by Virtanen which is heavily inspired by Seiklus and an extension to their earlier release entitled Painajainen. Power-ups can be collected for new abilities such as double jumps and pushing blocks, though instructions are still in a foreign language and will only be translated by Erkka once his schedule allows for it.

Placed first in the recent Suomipelit game development competition. To save a game, simply press the down arrow key when standing right in front of the stone located at the starting point. Load your saved progress by choosing the second option from the main menu. Use the enter key to access a world map.

Name: Kaipuu
Developer: Virtanen Games
Category: Platform
Type: Freeware
Size: 5MB
Previous works: Painajainen
Direct download link: Click here

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News

Ishi's Doctor Who Platformer and Johnny Platform's Biscuit Romp (for Nintendo DS, pictured) are now available for download. [source: Retro Remakes]

Jonathan Mak has compiled a list of previews of Everyday Shooter and posted it in the Queasy Games forums.

Blackwell Unbound is now available for pre-order.

On his BBS, Pixel hints that development work for the new RPG has begun.

Variant Interactive (Cave Story PSP port) seems to have disappeared from the face of the Earth.

Danmaku Gata will be relocated to a new URL due to contents from the old site being deleted by their hosting provider with little notice. The administrators have indicated that a new web site will be created before Comiket 72 (August 17th). [post translated]

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There Are People in the Blocks

There Are People In The Blocks is an action game which involves clicking on blocks rapidly to save the people who are trapped inside them before time runs out. Clicking on blocks with smiling faces will incur a time penalty. Sixty stages in total.

Name: There Are People In The Blocks
Category: Action
Type: Freeware
Size: 10MB
Direct download link: Click here

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Dungeon Maker

Dungeon Maker is a role playing game creation engine inspired by maze exploration games like Bloodwych, Dungeon Master and Eye of the Beholder. The original idea behind it's development was to remake these games in 3D while maintaining the classic gameplay they offered. An editor will be included in the final version when it is released.

There are a few maps already implemented including the classic Dungeon Master game.

Name: Dungeon Maker
Developer: Wishbone
Category: RPG
Type: Freeware
Size: 80MB

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