Jul 28, 2011

As with many new studios, Supergiant Games have opted for digital distribution with their first game, Bastion. Explaining the decision to Critical Gamer, writer and level designer Greg Kasavin emphasises the power and independence it affords the team. “Many of us used to work on retail games. Amir, Gavin, and I met while working on the Command...

Dec 21, 2010

In case the freezing weather, copious amounts of coloured lights and rampant uncharacteristic displays of unbridled cheer weren’t enough hints for you; it’s Christmas. Along with all those other things, Christmas is also a time for deals. Sure, we could mention all the big name games going on sale but in the spirit of the season we want to focus on...

Celebrating its first birthday, acclaimed indie game Crayon Physics Deluxe is now on sale at the price of your choosing until January 15. Released last January, Crayon Physics Deluxe is a more complete package than its award-winning predecessor, Crayon Physics. Included in the 2009 release is a level editor, a breadth of new levels to sate your aesthetic...

Format: PS3 (version reviewed), Xbox 360, PC, Mac Unleashed: Out Now Publisher: Hothead Games Developer: Number None, Inc. Players: 1 Price: £7.99 Site: http://braid-game.com/ Being able to bend time around your little finger has always had its perks. It means you can avoid death, burning things in the oven becomes less of an issue, and any social faux pas...

The fourth iteration of the GameCity gaming festival is due to be held between October 27th and 31st. The city of Nottingham will play host, as gaming fans, academics and developers flock to the city to take part in this unique interactive experience. Gamecity doesn’t follow the usual modus operandi of a games festival, in that it isn’t just a...