Starforged: A Deckbuilder’s Guide to the Galaxy

A New Frontier in Solo Storytelling

Space. The final frontier. But what if that frontier was explored not through twitch reflexes and joystick mastery, but through the careful curation of a deck of cards? Enter Starforged, a solo (and cooperative) game that blends the vastness of space exploration with the strategic depth of deckbuilding.

As an avid fan of both space games and deckbuilders, I was immediately drawn to Starforged’s unique premise. This isn’t just about blasting asteroids or dogfighting with alien raiders (though those elements certainly exist!). It’s about forging your own path through a procedurally generated galaxy, making tough choices, and shaping your own narrative.

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Deadly Days: Roadtrip Playtest #2 Hits the Gas! (And We Got an Early Look)

Cologne, Germany – Remember that awesome zombie-slaying, inventory-juggling roguelite I stumbled upon at Gamescom 2024? Well, get ready to hit the road again because Pixelsplit just launched the second public playtest for Deadly Days: Roadtrip, and it’s jam-packed with new features, improvements, and enough zombie guts to paint the highway red.

For those who missed the memo, Deadly Days: Roadtrip throws you into the driver’s seat of a zombie apocalypse road trip. Imagine a chaotic blend of reverse bullet hell and Tetris, where you’re dodging hordes of undead while frantically managing an inventory bursting with bizarre weapons and items.

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Mindbug Online: A Digital Delight from Gamescom 2024

Mindbug Online is a captivating digital adaptation of the physical card game, offering a streamlined and accessible experience. The game maintains the core mechanics of its tabletop counterpart while introducing several enhancements tailored for the digital realm.

I had the opportunity to meet the developers of Mindbug Online from Kissaki Studios GmbH at Gamescom 2024 and try the game firsthand. Their passion for the project was evident as they explained the game’s mechanics and vision. One of the most exciting aspects of the game is its connection to Richard Garfield, the renowned creator of Magic: The Gathering. His influence is clear in the game’s design and the unique gameplay elements it offers.

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A Blast From The Past – 3D Realms in Gamescom

When I heard of the two new games from 3D Realms – “Ion Fury” & “Wrath”, I got excited. A chance to play two games that were built with the same engine as “Duke Nukem 3D”, its a dream coming true.

As a fan of the “Duke Nukem” series, I knew I had to go meet the team behind those two games, and what fun we had there…

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