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Labelling games as “must-plays” has become increasingly common in recent years, but despite its presence, it does not have a clear definition. So what makes a game a "must-play" title?

Screenshot from Mosu's latest game The Dark Queen of Mortholme The Dark Queen of Mortholme is a recently released indie game taking inspiration from cult classics such as Dark Souls and the timeless chic of gothic influences. With each successive repetition, the game reflects on the changing relationships between a static, 'eternal' villain and the journey of an ever-growing, fluid hero. Following my review of the game, I sat down with developer Mosu (@qwertyprophecy) over Zo

Image by Mosu (qwertyprophecy) @ itch.io “You are the Dark Queen, the most powerful being in your entire universe. Your lair is breached by an aspiring hero—a pitiful thing, easily crushed. Except, they keep coming back.” Following in the footsteps of the endless and at times highly aggravating tactical moves that frame the typical structure of the RPG boss battle, ‘The Dark Queen of Mortholme’ created by independent developer Mosu Äijälä provides an interesting disruption to

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The long-awaited Steam Summer Sale 2023 has arrived and it's a frugal gamer's dream come true! Brace yourselves for irresistible discounts and get ready to unleash your inner indie aficionado with our handpicked list of must-buy games, from pixelated adventures to enchanting whimsical worlds. Photo by Trusted Reviews (licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) Gorogoa Gorogoa, developed single-handedly by the talented Jason Roberts over a period of six years, weaves a captivating puz

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An evening with APRE - gig review and interview APRE are an alternative pop London-based duo. Their sugary sound brings audiences back to...