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Why Won't Triple A Studies Learn From Indies?! | indieRIFT Podcast Episode 4

Why Won't Triple A Studies Learn From Indies?! | indieRIFT Podcast Episode 4

Andy is back and he has a spicy take on the Triple A games industry. Matt and Steve follow up on last week’s wishlist roundup with some demo thoughts and so much more! Patreon: www.patreon.com/indierift indieRift Links!: https://linktr.ee/indieRift What's new on indieRift? https://indierift.com/why-isnt-there-more-of-this-crow-country-the-undeniable-magic-of-playstation-one-horror-games/ Indie Game Adventures #davethediver - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO-Glf3RE8I&ab_channel=PlayStation #HiveJump2 Preliminary Thoughts #voin Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2464530/VOIN/ #GestaltSteamandCinder Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1231990/Gestalt_Steam__Cinder/ #crowcountry - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1996010/Crow_Country/ Indie News Report So, This Is Pretty Neat: Indie Games & Non-Game Inspirations - https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-dont-mean-to-shock-you-but-twitter-is-doing-a-cool-thing-as-indie-devs-share-their-non-game-inspirations System Shock Launches on Consoles - https://youtu.be/zuLRFl7HaEg?si=DdmIyXz4pmyWpaNY Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Second Sun: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2085620/Second_Sun/ Heartworm: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1257030/Heartworm/ Samurai Unicorn: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2494020/Samurai_Unicorn/ Voidwrought: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2014550/Voidwrought/ SYNERGY! Indie Steal of the Week! Extremely Powerful Capybaras: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2089980/Extremely_Powerful_Capybaras/ Kickstarter of the Week Lady Death Demonicron -https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/artofplaygames/lady-death-demonicron-new-retro-beat-em-up-video-game?ref=discovery_category

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Why Won't Triple A Studies Learn From Indies?! | indieRIFT Podcast Episode 4

Why Won't Triple A Studies Learn From Indies?! | indieRIFT Podcast Episode 4

Andy is back and he has a spicy take on the Triple A games industry. Matt and Steve follow up on last week’s wishlist roundup with some demo thoughts and so much more! Patreon: www.patreon.com/indierift indieRift Links!: https://linktr.ee/indieRift What's new on indieRift? https://indierift.com/why-isnt-there-more-of-this-crow-country-the-undeniable-magic-of-playstation-one-horror-games/ Indie Game Adventures #davethediver - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO-Glf3RE8I&ab_channel=PlayStation #HiveJump2 Preliminary Thoughts #voin Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2464530/VOIN/ #GestaltSteamandCinder Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1231990/Gestalt_Steam__Cinder/ #crowcountry - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1996010/Crow_Country/ Indie News Report So, This Is Pretty Neat: Indie Games & Non-Game Inspirations - https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/i-dont-mean-to-shock-you-but-twitter-is-doing-a-cool-thing-as-indie-devs-share-their-non-game-inspirations System Shock Launches on Consoles - https://youtu.be/zuLRFl7HaEg?si=DdmIyXz4pmyWpaNY Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Second Sun: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2085620/Second_Sun/ Heartworm: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1257030/Heartworm/ Samurai Unicorn: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2494020/Samurai_Unicorn/ Voidwrought: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2014550/Voidwrought/ SYNERGY! Indie Steal of the Week! Extremely Powerful Capybaras: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2089980/Extremely_Powerful_Capybaras/ Kickstarter of the Week Lady Death Demonicron -https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/artofplaygames/lady-death-demonicron-new-retro-beat-em-up-video-game?ref=discovery_category

Cryptmaster is Unique, Funny, and a Surprise Hit | The indieRIFT Podcast #3

Cryptmaster is Unique, Funny, and a Surprise Hit | The indieRIFT Podcast #3

One of our most anticipated games gets a slight delay. Plus our thoughts on Animal Well, Nordic Ashes, Cryptmaster, and more! Join our Patreon @ www.patreon.com/indieRIFT indieRift Links!: https://linktr.ee/indieRift ***Show Notes*** Indie Game Adventures: Animal Well(Quick Thoughts): https://store.steampowered.com/app/813230/ANIMAL_WELL/ Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2068280/Nordic_Ashes_Survivors_of_Ragnarok/Cryptmaster: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1885110/Cryptmaster/ Wishlist Round-Up: Tavern Talk (Submitted by MissEnvy) https://store.steampowered.com/app/2076140/?snr=1_5_9__205Hive Jump Surv ivorsKamaeru: A Frog RefugeInto the Restless RuinsVOIN: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2464530/VOIN/Riftstrider: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2853060/Riftstrider/

Tales of Kenzera: Kau, Animal Well, Hades 2 killing smaller indies? | The indieRift Podcast #2

Tales of Kenzera: Kau, Animal Well, Hades 2 killing smaller indies? | The indieRift Podcast #2

Andy, Steve, and Matt…bring some new indies to the table. Heading Out, Tales of Kenzera and Animal Well, among others. They also go over the indie dev backlash to #hades2 stealth releasing. PLUS new games to add to your wishlist Blockbuster inc , Akimbot and many more! Join our Patreon @ www.patreon.com/indieRIFT indieRift Links!: https://linktr.ee/indieRift What's new on indieRift? (Andy) Break the Loop Interview Indie Game Adventures Tales of Kenzera: KauWorld of GrimmAnimal Well Indie News Report BIG TOPIC - Triple Indies and their affect on true indies? Hades 2 Shadow Drops, Indie Devs Are BIG Mad Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Akimbot NEODUEL: Backpack Monsters Rogue Voltage Blockbuster Inc. Designated Demigod Indie Steal of the Week! Puppet Master: The Game

Minicology, Moonlight Pulse, Minishoot, and... breast jiggle? | indieRIFT Podcast #1

Minicology, Moonlight Pulse, Minishoot, and... breast jiggle? | indieRIFT Podcast #1

Andy, Steve, and Matt return to talk about their recent indie gaming obsessions including Balatro, Minicology, MoonlightPulse and so much more! Plus - what NOT to tweet regarding your cute farming sim game. indieRift Links!: https://linktr.ee/indieRift ************************* Show Notes and Links: Mini Shoot Adventures https://store.steampowered.com/app/1634860/Minishoot_Adventures/ Cult of the Lamb https://store.steampowered.com/app/1313140/Cult_of_the_Lamb/ Balatro - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2379780/Balatro/ Minicology https://store.steampowered.com/app/1471700/Minicology/ Kristala (Pax Demo) https://store.steampowered.com/app/1206410/Kristala/ Moonlight Pulse https://store.steampowered.com/app/2243250/Moonlight_Pulse/ Footgun:! Underground https://store.steampowered.com/app/2206240/Footgun_Underground/ Rusty’s Retirement - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2666510/Rustys_Retirement/ Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) REUS 2 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1875060/Reus_2/ Steamworld Heist 2 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2396240/SteamWorld_Heist_II/ Anima Flux - https://store.steampowered.com/app/763180/Anima_Flux/ Psycho Finger - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2617870/PSYCHOFINGER/

Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines, Fae Farm, and MORE! | Indies Nutz 47

Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines, Fae Farm, and MORE! | Indies Nutz 47

Matt and Steve are here to tell you all about the latest and greatest indie games to put on your radar, or avoid altogether. Whats new on Duel Screens? Fae Farm Review Indie Game Adventures SuperAnthony's JoltzsiPunch Club 2Relic Hunters LegendsAk-xolotl Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention) Lone Fungus 2Grapple Dogs: Cosmic CaninesVlad CircusDinobreakPlay PretendHollow CocoonCommunity! Buzz - Chipmonk Kickstarter of The Week! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/squishstudios/super-dungeon-designer *** Duel Screens Links!: https://linktr.ee/duelscreens

Sea of Stars: The Next Great JRPG? | Indies Nutz 46

Sea of Stars: The Next Great JRPG? | Indies Nutz 46

Andy and Steve are back in the saddle with some great additions to add to the wishlist - as well as a deep discussion into Sea of Stars. Whats new on Duel Screens?: Sea of Stars LOVE!! Indie Game Adventures: Sea of StarsThe Pizza Wishlist Round-Up: High Rise CityAsteroguesGirl GeniusPlanetilesDungeon Golf Tenebris SomniaHolstin Indie News Report: Pizza Possum Release DateAK-Xolotl Gets Release Date Darkness Remake Incoming?Sea of Stars Sells 250K + DLC! Replaced DelayedPanic Games Showcase HighlightsMonster Taming Direct Segment VII - Kickstarter(s) of the Week KritterAutoForge: 2D Automation Sandbox *** Duel Screens Links!: https://linktr.ee/duelscreens

30 Plus Indie Games You Should Have On Your Wishlist | Indies Nutz 45

30 Plus Indie Games You Should Have On Your Wishlist | Indies Nutz 45

Andy, Steve, and Matt give you the rundown on the highlights of The Future Games Show and look to expand your wishlist with over 30 new titles to add! Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention) OddsparksRobodunkRemediumDeathboudStreets of Rogue 2Monster RunDays of DoomBall PunchersTravellers RestTormented Souls IIBiomorph Future Games Show 2023 Highlights: Afterdream Super Adventure Hand Luna Abyss Corsairs Legacy Night Loops The Last Faith Pacific Drive: Sugar Shack Aloft Soulslinger Envoy of Death Parcel Corps Tiny Glade Helskate Segment VI - Indie News Report Panic, the publisher who released smash hit indie titles such as Untitled Goose Game and Firewatch is holding an upcoming game showcase on August 29 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET (5 PM GMT). AI infiltrating the VO Space? Twin Peaks gets a PS1 demake thanks to two indie devs ZeroSpace - Tripled its goal in days! Dark and Darker US case Dismissed Indie dev uses fortnite as a development platform No Man's Sky 7th anniversary and HUGE Echoes update.

Is Series S Holding Back Indie Game Developers? | Indies Nutz #44

Is Series S Holding Back Indie Game Developers? | Indies Nutz #44

Matt rejoins Steve & Andy to chat about the recent news regarding #larianstudios pushing back the #xbox version of #baldursgate3 due to problems optimizing for #seriesS. Plus #greedland #sprawl #sclash #Goobies #deadlink #Thronefall and so much more! Indie Game Adventures ANDY PLAYS HORROR GAMES! Amnesia: The Bunker The Calisto Protocol Inscyption (AGAIN!) Matt: Thronefall Steve: Deadlink Matt: Goobies (Matt is a Goobie)(I'll murder you)(Shut up, Goob)(listen here boog) Matt: Devils Dive Steve: DRACOMATON Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention) Andy: Luminous Realms Steve: Greedland , SCLASH, PSUDOREGALIA Matt: SPRAWL Segment VI - Indie News Report Striking Distance Studios Sheds Staff Post The Calisto Protocol ReleaseIs The Series S Holding Back Certain Games: Larian Studios Pushes Series X/S RElease of BG3 to 2024 Remedy Weighs In On Series S Limitations Quantum Error Dev Discuss Xbox Hardware And Hurdles

Andy Plays Blasphemous 2 | Indies Nutz #43

Andy Plays Blasphemous 2 | Indies Nutz #43

Matt is getting drunk in a cottage so Andy and Steve go over some of the latest indie news and previews. Andy got to play Blasphemous2 this week at a team17 event. Steve took a dive into the demo of Kristala and so much more. Indie Game Adventures Kristala Gravity Circuit Cave Crawler BLASPHEMOUS 2 Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) https://store.steampowered.com/app/2092850/Krzyacy__The_Knights_of_the_Cross/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1250440/Garlic/ Segment VI - Indie News Report https://www.pcgamer.com/after-2-years-away-dev-realises-no-one-liked-his-game-and-promises-a-free-remaster-to-make-up-for-it-i-hope-it-will-go-some-way-to-rectify-mistakes-we-have-made/ https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/team-behind-playstations-patapon-reveal-successor-game-ratatan/

AEW Fight Forever is NO No Mercy...But that’s okay | Indies Nutz 42

AEW Fight Forever is NO No Mercy...But that’s okay | Indies Nutz 42

Matt and Steve discuss AEW Fight Forever while Andy drools on himself and so much more. He doesn't do more on himself...they just talk about a lot more...you know what we mean... Indie Game Adventures (put steam links you fucks) Matt - Tiny Thor Steve & Matt - AEW Fight Forever Andy - Pizza Possum (Revisited) Andy - Eternights Steam Summer Sale Highlights Enter the gungeon - 5.99 Dead by Daylight - 7.99 Undermine - 4.99 Dicey Dungeons - 5.09 Bleed Bundle - 4.32 Scourge Bringer - 5.94 Pawnbarian 4.99 SO MANY MORE Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) https://store.steampowered.com/app/2210800/Monster_Racing_League/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1186470/Marko_Beyond_Brave/?cmid=5a563908-56ca-4a07-8671-9189ed5a25ae https://store.steampowered.com/app/2008510/Go_Mecha_Ball/ *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Wholesome Games Direct Showcase: Our Picks | Indies Nutz 41

Wholesome Games Direct Showcase: Our Picks | Indies Nutz 41

Indie Game Adventures OTXOGunfire RebornSoulstone Content Drop ThoughtsRightfully, Beary ArmsSystem Shock Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Stunt DerbyMinishoot AdventuresExolotol Zian Indie News Report Indie dev mocks starfield engine, gets roasted.The Completionist saves indie showcaseGame Pass indie slate is big timeEmbracer and industry consolidation: A Hate Story. *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Gori: Cuddly Carnage Thoughts & More | Indies Nutz #40

Gori: Cuddly Carnage Thoughts & More | Indies Nutz #40

Steve gives his thoughts on the brand new Gori demo, Andy brings PS1 Era retro goodness in It Comes In Waves, and Matt Tells us all about Halls of Torment. Indie Game Adventures Matt - Halls of Torment Andy - It Comes In Waves - ALSO A STEAL OF THE WEEK! Andy - Protodroid DeLTA Steve - Gori gets a demo Indie Steal of the Week! Atomicrops Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Leximan Quest Master Dr. Fetus' Mean Meat Machine Kickstarter(s) of the Week Tiny Sticker Tale *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Humble Games Showcase Thoughts | Indies Nutz #38

Humble Games Showcase Thoughts | Indies Nutz #38

Matt, Steve and Andy are back together to go over the latest in Indie news, reviews and reviews with a hard look at Humble Gaming's Showcase reveals. Whats new on Duel Screens? Rune Fencer Illyia Interview Indie Game Adventures Steve - World Turtles Andy - Decarnation Matt - Beyond the Long Night Kickstarter(s) of the Week Rune Fencer Illyia Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

The Mageseeker Mini Review | Indies Nutz Podcast Episode 37

The Mageseeker Mini Review | Indies Nutz Podcast Episode 37

Steve and Andy are joined by our newest Indie Nut - Em! They discuss Born of Bread, Fabledom Early Access, Pizza Possom, Strayed Lights, Have a Nice Death, and much more! **Whats new on Duel Screens? Born of Bread Hands-On Preview: https://duelscreens.com/play-as-an-adorable-flour-golem-on-a-quest-for-justice-in-born-of-bread-a-hilarious-paper-mario-inspired-rpg-hands-on-preview/ Fabledom Early Access Review: https://duelscreens.com/fabledom-is-a-charming-city-builder-with-some-minor-balancing-issues-early-access-review/ **Indie Game Adventures ANDY - Pizza Possum: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1951230/Pizza_Possum/ Steve - Fabledom: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1651560/Fabledom/ ANDY - Strayed Lights: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2162020/Strayed_Lights/ EM - Have a Nice Death: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1740720/Have_a_Nice_Death/ **Indie Steal of the Week! Mage of Monsters: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1950440/Mage_and_Monsters/ Ravenous Devils: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1615290/Ravenous_Devils/ **Wishlist Round-Up (Games That Caught Our Attention!) Katana-Ra: Shinobi Rising: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2160040/KatanaRa_Shinobi_Rising/ Quilts and Cats of Calico: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1993180/Quilts_and_Cats_of_Calico/ World Turtles: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1512050/World_Turtles/ KarmaZoo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1661630/KarmaZoo/ *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Wall World, Lone Fungus, Dredge | Indies Nutz #36

Wall World, Lone Fungus, Dredge | Indies Nutz #36

This one was so close to being off the rails for the entire show. It was a runaway freight train that was tilted on one rail doing 140MPH through Indie Game Land. Enjoy. Whats new on Duel Screens? https://duelscreens.com/unleash-your-inner-mayor-and-build-your-legacy-in-go-go-town-hands-on-preview/https://duelscreens.com/farewell-north-is-an-emotional-journey-in-conquering-grief-hands-on-preview/ Indie Game Adventures Mahokenshi - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1717640/Mahokenshi/ DREDGE - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1562430/DREDGE/ Lone Fungus - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1674780/Lone_Fungus/ Kickstarter of the Week https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/yojoyco/poglings?ref=section-games-projectcollection-4-staff-picks-category-newest *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Best of PAX East 2023 Awards | Indies Nutz 35

Best of PAX East 2023 Awards | Indies Nutz 35

Andy, Matt and Steve share all their favorites from the PAX East floor! *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Hyper Light Breaker Announced! | Indies Nutz 34

Hyper Light Breaker Announced! | Indies Nutz 34

Matt, Andy and Steve go over the week's Indie Gaming news and talk about their latest indie obsessions! Indie Game Adventures! (Games or demos we played) Dungeons of Aether : https://store.steampowered.com/app/1668290/Dungeons_of_Aether/ Fights in Tight Spaces: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1265820/Fights_in_Tight_Spaces/ Last Epoch: https://store.steampowered.com/app/899770/Last_Epoch/ Dead Cells: https://store.steampowered.com/app/588650/Dead_Cells/ 9 Years of Shadows https://store.steampowered.com/app/1402120/9_Years_of_Shadows/ Indie Steal of the Week! Crafting Survivors: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2137760/Crafty_Survivors/ Wishlist Round-Up (Games that caught our attention) https://store.steampowered.com/app/1790350/A_Rats_life_the_Cat_Conspiracy/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1321440/Cassette_Beasts/ *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Epic Games Opens Up to Indies | Indies Nutz 33

Epic Games Opens Up to Indies | Indies Nutz 33

Matt and Steve breakdown Epic opening up to indie developers in a big way and much more! Indie Game Adventures! (Games or demos we played) Meg’s Monster Mini Review: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1783360/Megs_Monster/ Limbus Company: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530/Limbus_Company/ Patch Quest: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1347970/Patch_Quest/ Core Keeper: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1621690/Core_Keeper/ Indie Steal of the Week! Forest Fire: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2242220/Forest_Fire/ Wishlist Round-Up (Games that caught our attention) Rog & Roll: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1366200/Rog__Roll/ V.A Proxy: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2063390/VA_Proxy/ Under a Rock: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1667040/Under_a_Rock/ *** Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

PSVR2 with MrBadBit | Indies Nutz 32

PSVR2 with MrBadBit | Indies Nutz 32

This week, Matt and Steve are joined by The Trophy Room's MrBadBit to talk all about PSVR2 indie games. Indie Game Adventures! (Games or demos we played) https://store.steampowered.com/app/1783360/Megs_Monster/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/304430/INSIDE/ Indie Steal of the Week! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1737340/Noobs_Want_to_Live/ Wishlist Round-Up https://store.steampowered.com/app/2199340/Smells_Like_a_Mushroom/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1268750/Starship_Troopers_Extermination/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1402120/9_Years_of_Shadows/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/541310/Tiny_Thor/ Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram

Game Pass Cannibalizing Indie Games? | Indies Nutz 31

Game Pass Cannibalizing Indie Games? | Indies Nutz 31

Microsoft admits Game Pass takes away sales from games, but does that really hurt Indie Developers or Publishers at all? We discuss... Indie Game Adventures! (Games or demos we played) Forgotten Tapes Elderand Dust and Neon Grapple Dog Indie Steal of the Week! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2116920/Runic_Survivor/ Wishlist Round-Up https://store.steampowered.com/app/2189860/Outer_Terror/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1685730/Cynthia_Hidden_in_the_Moonshadow/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1287930/Silent_Santicado/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/1071140/ORX/ Patreon Website Youtube Twitter Facebook Facebook Group Tiktok Instagram