#metroidvania

#metroidvania

Hollow Knight: Silksong is the GTA6 of the indie games world. It's the megaton game that every other game wants to dodge. But sometimes publishers just can't change their release dates. We put together a list of some of the other games releasing today to check out if Silksong isn't your jam (or you just like being contrarian), as well as a few of the anticipated games that scooted out of the way of Hornet and her deadly needle.

The indie developer Akunaee has shared a short animation from an upcoming game called FlestFest in which every frame is hand drawn.

In line with the rest of this season's games, which have consistently been really solid, they're both pretty damn fun.

Shadow Labyrinth merges the iconic Pac-Man aesthetic with a rich narrative, utilizing Namco's history to create a unique sci-fi universe.

Paradox Soul, a free-to-play Metroidvania game on Steam, features Dr. Alli Rose navigating a test facility filled with secrets and robot enemies.

Many of the upgrades in Revenge of the Savage Planet are unlocked via story progress and are required to complete the game. However, there are some optional improvements you can make early on that'll make a difference.

"Crypt Custodian, a unique top-down metroidvania, will see a physical release on August 29 for Nintendo Switch and PS5, expanding its accessibility to fans."

Rusty Rabbit turns a typical Metroidvania format into a rich narrative experience with a unique setting, engaging characters, and an unexpected emotional depth connected to Stamp's journey.

"Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree presents a gothic world where its brutal combat challenges traditional notions of difficulty, blending influences from both Castlevania and Dark Souls."