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[hardcore-gaming-101]

Lunistice

The 3D platforming genre has experienced a resurgence since the mid 2010s, thanks in no small part to the efforts of many indie developers. Some of these harken back to the style of older platformers while building something new from their foundations. Lunistice, the debut title of German developer Dennis “A Grumpy Fox” Kröner, is one such game in how it evokes the feel of PlayStation/Saturn-era games to create a very solid, simple platformer  

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#Hardcore Gaming 101 #Apollo Chungus #Review #Lunistice #3D platformer #3D action game #indie game #mascot platformer #Nintendo Switch #anthropomorph #female player character #Windows #Dennis Kröner #Deck13 Spotlight #video games

[satoshi-mochida]

Turn-based RPG Chained Echoes will launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam and GOG on December 8 for $24.99, publisher Deck13 Spotlight and developer Matthias Linda announced. It will also be available via Xbox Game Pass for Console, Cloud, and PC.

A physical edition published by First Press Games will launch for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC in summer 2023.

Here is an overview of the game, via Deck13 Spotlight:

A Magnus Opus Seven Years in the Making

After seven years of development, the Magnum Opus from solo developer Matthias Linda Chained Echoes—a traditional, all encompassing JRPG, inspired by classics of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System and PlayStation 1 era—is finally finished. Gamers from all around the world can now engage in an outstanding JRPG fantasy that is full of exciting challenges and appeal.

Players will find themselves within the continent of Valandis, after centuries of war finally at peace. However, this world they are in is marked by possible conflict, and rumors that a weapon of mass destruction is an imminent danger. Peace is fragile, conflicts lasting for centuries just won’t disappear, a new war could break loose anytime soon…

Can a group of strangers restore the peace?

Can the weapon be destroyed?

Welcome to the Overdrive!

Chained Echoes is packed; featuring magic, mechs, swords, boss fights, turn based combat, a complex story and roughly 40 hours of content. While being a turn based game, the Overdrive-Combat System ensures that the fights are fast paced while still offering massive tactical depth. Creatively tune the skill set of your party and slay even the most vicious foes like a whirlwind!

In Chained Echoes, medieval Fantasy meets modern Steampunk, so get ready for both sword duels and Mech fights!

An incredible, carefully crafted world awaits, filled with otherworldly creatures, multiple nations of human and humanoid races, brimming with individual lore and culture for the player to dig into. In the wild, Valandis’ varied environments are a true paradise for adventurers, each with their unique look and special challenges, menacing bosses and exciting secrets!

Watch a new trailer below. View a new set of screenshots at the gallery.

Release Date Trailer

#Chained Echoes #Deck13 Spotlight #Matthias Linda #RPG #PS4 #Xbox One #Nintendo Switch #Steam #GOG #Gematsu

[sonsofks]

¡Highrise City se Expande de Abajo hacia Arriba con el DLC Metro & Planes!

Deck13 Spotlight Anuncia una Emocionante Ampliación para Highrise City con su Nuevo DLC. Deck13 Spotlight se complace en anunciar su continuo respaldo a Highrise City con parches y contenido gratuito. ¡Los aficionados ahora tienen la primera expansión, el DLC Metro & Planes, disponible por solo 2.99$! Un precio increíble que permite a los jugadores crear ciudades aún más realistas e sumergirse…

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#Constructor de Ciudades #Deck13 Spotlight #DLC Metro & Planes #FourExo Entertainment #Highrise City #Oferta festiva #Simulación económica #steam #Venta de Navidad

[savingcontent]

Chained Echoes, the highly anticipated JRPG has been seven years in the making - out now

Chained Echoes, the highly anticipated JRPG has been seven years in the making – out now

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#Chained Echoes #Deck13 Spotlight #Matthias Linda #News #PC #Steam #Xbox Game Pass

[thesplintering]

Retro-Inspired 3D Platformer "Lunistice" Now Available on Nintendo Switch, Steam PC

Retro-Inspired 3D Platformer "Lunistice" Now Available on Nintendo Switch, Steam PC | #gaming #retrogaming #NintendoSwitch #Switch #PCgaming

Publisher Deck13 Spotlight has officially released throwback platformer Lunistice for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and GOG. Created by the one-man developer at A Grumpy Fox, Lunistice is designed to be an approachable 3D platformer reminiscent of the 32-bit PlayStation/SEGA Saturn era. Here’s the official breakdown of Lunistice from Deck13 Spotlight, followed by the latest trailer: Follow…

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#A Grumpy Fox #Deck13 Spotlight #Featured #Lunistice #Nintendo #Steam #Switch

[naadlos]

New blog post - Big news & new dungeons

Hey and Hello,

it's been a few weeks since the last update. But that doesn't matter, because you actually see a new, brand-new post on your screens.

Maybe you've already heard about it, and if you haven't, no panic, because you're about to be informed. And here it comes, the big announcement. Crystals Of Irm now has a publisher, yes you read that right! And not just any publisher, Deck13 Spotlight will publish Crystals Of Irm. Yes, you read that right too. The Deck13 Spotlight known for great games like Chained Echoes or CrossCode. What an honor that Crystals Of Irm is now officially part of this great portfolio.

For me personally this is a huge step and the support from Deck 13 Spotlight will definitely have a positive impact on the game. Actually, it already does and I'm looking forward to everything to come.

Besides this terrific news, a lot has happened in the game again, of course, and I've often used the phrase "... it's growing up!" in recent weeks. Which best sums up what's been happening.

The levels of the different dungeons are slowly taking shape. While in the green dungeon you have to walk through winding and overgrown corridors, in the red dungeon you have to be careful not to fall from the narrow paths directly into the fire in the abyss. In the blue dungeon, however, something seems to have gone wrong and some rooms are completely under water? What's that all about and how do you get through it?

Maybe a bit dryer info - but I created the base so that Crystals Of Irm can come out in different languages and I can integrate them into the game. I also worked out the workflow how to get the different quests and stories into the game. From paper into the game, so to speak.

The BattleSystem also got an important update, which helps me to spawn a lot more projectiles and provide them with interesting movements. But see for yourself

And that's it with the post for today! Keep your eyes open for more posts, otherwise feel free to check out the old ones and don't forget to tell everyone to click the Wishlist button on the Crystals Of Irm Steam page.

See you next time

David

#gamedev #crystalsofirm #madewithunity #indie games #videogame #art #pixel art #retro gaming #retro #unity3d #Youtube

[sequentialplanet]

Highrise City Receives New Update Ahead of Full Release Later This Year

Highrise City, the city builder game developed by FourExo Entertainment and Deck13 Spotlight, is set to leave Early Access later this year. The latest major update for Highrise City brings several enhancements, including a new research system, a revamped user interface, visual improvements, new milestones, and various quality-of-life enhancements. A recently released trailer provides an overview…

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#city management #Highrise City #Video Games

[linuxgamenews]

Experience the Mystical Celtic World of DROVA - Forsaken Kin in the Playtest

DROVA - Forsaken Kin Playtest sign-up opens for the action RPG game for Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. The Just2D team's exceptional talent is truly noteworthy. Check it out on Steam. If you're into RPGs and looking for a fresh experience, you might want to sign-up for the DROVA - Forsaken Kin playtest. It's a new title from Deck13 Spotlight and Just2D, set in a mystical Celtic world with a pixel art style that pays homage to classic RPGs. This isn't your typical fantasy adventure; it's got a darker, more brutal edge to it. The playtest for DROVA - Forsaken Kin take place in a world that promises a lot but delivers something entirely different. It's a harsh, survival of the fittest kind of place. You start as a complete nobody, thrown into this otherworldly portal with nothing but your wits. What's interesting is how the story unfolds. It's about a society that's figured out how to harness the power of spirits from a fallen empire. This isn't just about battling your way through; it's also about making choices that actually affect the world around you. The setting and the society you're in responds to your actions, which means your journey is unique.

DROVA - Forsaken Kin Playtest Announcement Teaser

One of the best aspects is how you get to interact with the world. In DROVA - Forsaken Kin you're not just following a set path; in this playtest you're exploring, trading, crafting, and battling in a way that feels organic. The combat sounds especially intense. It's all about mastering your skills and understanding your surroundings, because one wrong move could be your last. In April, there's going to be a public playtest on Steam, and that's a great opportunity if you're interested in trying it out. Due to offer roughly 10 - 15 hours of gameplay. This is more than just playing an early version of the game on Linux; you get to give your feedback, which could help shape the final product. While letting you be part of the game development process. What I like about DROVA - Forsaken Kin is that it's not just another action RPG on Steam. It's trying something a bit different, blending classic gameplay with a new kind of storytelling and a world that feels alive. And the fact that it's available on Linux, as well as Mac and Windows PC in 2024, means a lot of players can jump in. So, if you're ready to explore a new world, this is not just another RPG; it's an experience that promises to challenge and intrigue you.

#drova - forsaken kin #action rpg #playtest #linux #gaming news #just2d #ubuntu #mac #windows #pc #unity #Youtube

[zentendo]

Rising Lords Ascends to Switch – Prepare for Medieval Mayhem on the Go!

Calling all knights, lords, and ladies of strategy! Get ready to conquer and claim your fiefdom, because Rising Lords is storming onto Nintendo Switch on January 18th! This medieval turn-based adventure from Deck13 Spotlight and Argonwood throws you into the fray as a rising Lord in the kingdom of Aubelin, where cunning tactics, skillful resource management, and a bit of royal ruthlessness are…

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#board game mechanics #campaign #Challenge and Scenario Modes #city building #kingdom of Aubelin #map editor #medieval #morale system #resource management #Rising Lords #skill cards #Switch #tactics #turn-based strategy

[gameforestdach]

Nach fast vier Jahren in der Early-Access-Phase steht Rising Lords, ein mittelalterliches, rundenbasiertes Strategiespiel, kurz vor der Vollveröffentlichung am 18. Januar 2024. Entwickelt von Argonwood und herausgegeben von Deck13 Spotlight, verbindet dieses Spiel komplexe strategische Elemente mit einem reichhaltigen mittelalterlichen Ambiente. Ansiedelt im fiktiven nordischen Inselkönigreich Aubelin, dreht sich die Handlung um Tankred von Tannheim, einen jungen Erben, der seine Heimat gegen verschiedenste Bedrohungen verteidigen muss. Die Story-Kampagne, die ein Prolog und sechs Kapitel umfasst, wird stark von den Entscheidungen der Spielenden beeinflusst und formt Tankreds Weg sowie das Schicksal von Aubelin. Das Gameplay von Rising Lords erfordert eine vielschichtige Herangehensweise an die Strategie. Spieler als Lords oder Ladies müssen ihre Provinzen effektiv verwalten. Dies beinhaltet die Balance zwischen Produktion, Ressourcensammlung, Bauwesen, Diplomatie, Steuern und Rationen. Der Aufbau mächtiger befestigter Städte, das Ausheben von Armeen und Auseinandersetzungen in rundenbasierten und auf Feldern ausgefochtenen Kämpfen sind entscheidende Aspekte des Spiels. Die strategische Tiefe wird durch Fähigkeitskarten und ein Gelände-basiertes System weiter verstärkt, was eine Vielzahl taktischer Vorgehensweisen ermöglicht. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen des Spiels gehören diverse Spielmodi, vielseitige Karten mit einem Karten-Editor, ein umfassendes Moral-System, Ressourcenmanagement, Gebäudebau, Waffenschmiede und die Erstellung von Armeen. Diese Elemente vereinen sich zu einer robusten Strategieerfahrung, die von den Spielenden verlangt, ein Gleichgewicht zwischen militärischer Macht und wirtschaftlicher Stabilität zu halten. Das Spiel wird zudem durch die Unterstützung für plattformübergreifendes Multiplayer attraktiver. Spieler können Freunde herausfordern oder sich in Szenariomodi gegen bis zu drei Lords in die Schlacht stürzen. Ein Herausforderungsmodus führt Wellen von Gegnern ein und bietet so eine weitere Spielkomponente. Die Vollveröffentlichung von Rising Lords kommt mit bedeutenden Verbesserungen daher, inklusive Grafik- und Benutzeroberflächenverbesserungen, Motor-Upgrades, neuen Ereignissen, Karten, Gebäuden, speziellen Figuren, Fraktionen und vielem mehr. Argonwoods Hingabe zur Entwicklung eines detailreichen Spiels wird durch diese Upgrades deutlich. Mit einer Mischung aus mittelalterlichen Themen, taktischem Gameplay und einer fesselnden Geschichte ist Rising Lords bereit, Fans von Strategiespielen zu begeistern. Die Veröffentlichung auf PC, Xbox und Nintendo Switch macht es einem breiten Publikum zugänglich. Für mehr Informationen über Rising Lords und dessen bevorstehende Veröffentlichung, besuche PC Gamer.

[crazygamecommunity]

CGCReviews: Highrise City

Highrise City, il titolo di costruzione di città sviluppato da FourExo Entertainment e pubblicato da Deck13 Spotlight, sarà rilasciato ufficialmente domani 4 Settembre su PC (Steam). Read the full article

[thegamesshed]

Highrise City will be leaving Early Access later this year!

Highrise City, the ambitious city builder from FourExo Entertainment and Deck13 Spotlight will be leaving Early Access later this year – after releasing countless huge updates, implementing community feedback and new features.   A rapidly growing PC wishlist and gamers eager to experience the final release of this epic experience, focus is on ensuring this meets everyone’s high expectation. More…

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[Gaming News] (Deck13) Highrise City (PC) - Groundbreaking City Sim Builder Waiting

Sweet way of constructing a city or breaking it apart then this game is for you to enjoy. Check out more from @Deck13_de

Highrise City will be leaving Early Access later this year!  A noteworthy reminder of a really innovative title Highrise City, the ambitious city builder from FourExo Entertainment and Deck13 Spotlight will be leaving Early Access later this year – after releasing countless huge updates, implementing community feedback, and new features.   A rapidly growing PC wishlist and gamers eager to…

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[gonagaiworld]

L'RPG ambientato in un mistico mondo celtico Drova – Forsaken Kin arriverà su PC e console nel 2024 Deck13 Spotlight e Just2D lanceranno il gioco per PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One e Nintendo Switch. Info:--> https://www.gonagaiworld.com/lrpg-ambientato-in-un-mistico-mondo-celtico-drova-forsaken-kin-arrivera-su-pc-e-console-nel-2024/?feed_id=371473&_unique_id=6477bab57c330 #Deck13Spotlight #Drova–ForsakenKin #NintendoSwitch #PlayStation4 #XboxOne

#News #Deck13Spotlight #Drova–ForsakenKin #NintendoSwitch #PlayStation4 #XboxOne

[thesplintering]

City-Building Sim “Highrise City” Leaving Early Access This Year

City-Building Sim “Highrise City” Leaving Early Access This Year | #gaming #Steam #PcGaming #SteamSummerSale #pcgames

Earlier this week, developer Deck13 Spotlight released the final update for Highrise City before the game leaves Early Access later this year. Highrise City is a city-building simulator that sets itself apart by introducing an expanded economy and resource management system. Here’s the official breakdown of the latest update for Highrise City from Deck13 Spotlight, followed by a recent…

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#Featured #Good old games #Highrise City #Steam

[naadlos]

It's official!

Crystals Of Irm will be published by Deck13 Spotlight.

This is a big step forward for me and I couldn't ask for better company than with this publisher and that portfolio. Special thanks goes out to @sabbitabbi for her awesome promo artwork! Thank you! Another big thanks goes out to Tobi, who does the soundtrack for the game and always goes through all the ideas with me! Thank you Check out his music https://soundcloud.com/fauni_music

In any case, there is still work to be done! But this is still a great success for me. 2024 you can finally travel to Irm! Oh before i forget! The demo from the last Steam Next Fest is back online. Go check it out 👈

#gamedev #madewithunity #crystalsofirm #indie games #pixel art #videogame #retro games #deck13 #Youtube