New Games and Festivals to Bask in This Week - Here's What You Need to Know
In what promises to be an exciting week for gamers, several new indie titles are set to hit the market. A slew of games designed to quench your thirst for adventure has emerged this week, ranging from farming-based shoot-em-ups to action-packed platformers.
If you're in the mood for something a bit more laid-back but still packed with excitement, Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is an intriguing 3D take on the classic Papers Please. In Quarantine Zone, your mission as a checkpoint attendant becomes clear - screen survivors for signs of infection and make decisions that could spell disaster or save lives. The game boasts resource management aspects and features like base and lab facilities, but its core premise revolves around keeping people safe from a zombie outbreak.
Another standout title this week is Air Hares, an upbeat top-down shoot-em-up with a pixelated aesthetic reminiscent of classic games in the genre. Instead of simply shooting down enemy ships, you're on a mission to restore farmland and protect it from threats that seek to harm your progress. With boss battles and a charming visual style, Air Hares has all the makings of an addictive experience.
Meanwhile, Luckshot Games' Big Hops is the kind of 3D platformer that brings joy and movement mechanics galore. As a young frog on a quest for airship parts to get back home, your tongue plays a key role in traversing obstacles, swinging from vines, hookshotting platforms, or solving puzzles.
Last but not least, Cassette Boy offers an intriguing experience as a playable cartoon-style point-and-click adventure with eight hours of content. Aesthetically pleasing and visually appealing, you'll uncover hidden secrets by rotating the world to your advantage and avoid hazards that lurk in plain sight.
There are also several upcoming titles worth mentioning this week. Aerial_Knight’s DropShot promises to deliver a high-energy experience as a finger-gun-wielding skydiver battling for a parachute drop spot against formidable foes. Point-and-click adventure Earth Must Die boasts an all-star cast and is set to land on January 27.
Lastly, we have Pie in the Sky from Monster Shop Games - a Tony Hawk's Pro Skater-inspired action arcade game with a delightfully mischievous twist, as you play as a magpie wreaking havoc across Sydney Harbour Bridge. With classic gameplay elements, like hidden areas to discover, it promises to be a fun distraction for players looking to shake off their daily worries.
In the meantime, be sure to check out the Love, Romance and Heartbreak Debutante Ball Steam festival, taking place from February 13 to 20, featuring over 100 games, including demos and discounts.
In what promises to be an exciting week for gamers, several new indie titles are set to hit the market. A slew of games designed to quench your thirst for adventure has emerged this week, ranging from farming-based shoot-em-ups to action-packed platformers.
If you're in the mood for something a bit more laid-back but still packed with excitement, Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is an intriguing 3D take on the classic Papers Please. In Quarantine Zone, your mission as a checkpoint attendant becomes clear - screen survivors for signs of infection and make decisions that could spell disaster or save lives. The game boasts resource management aspects and features like base and lab facilities, but its core premise revolves around keeping people safe from a zombie outbreak.
Another standout title this week is Air Hares, an upbeat top-down shoot-em-up with a pixelated aesthetic reminiscent of classic games in the genre. Instead of simply shooting down enemy ships, you're on a mission to restore farmland and protect it from threats that seek to harm your progress. With boss battles and a charming visual style, Air Hares has all the makings of an addictive experience.
Meanwhile, Luckshot Games' Big Hops is the kind of 3D platformer that brings joy and movement mechanics galore. As a young frog on a quest for airship parts to get back home, your tongue plays a key role in traversing obstacles, swinging from vines, hookshotting platforms, or solving puzzles.
Last but not least, Cassette Boy offers an intriguing experience as a playable cartoon-style point-and-click adventure with eight hours of content. Aesthetically pleasing and visually appealing, you'll uncover hidden secrets by rotating the world to your advantage and avoid hazards that lurk in plain sight.
There are also several upcoming titles worth mentioning this week. Aerial_Knight’s DropShot promises to deliver a high-energy experience as a finger-gun-wielding skydiver battling for a parachute drop spot against formidable foes. Point-and-click adventure Earth Must Die boasts an all-star cast and is set to land on January 27.
Lastly, we have Pie in the Sky from Monster Shop Games - a Tony Hawk's Pro Skater-inspired action arcade game with a delightfully mischievous twist, as you play as a magpie wreaking havoc across Sydney Harbour Bridge. With classic gameplay elements, like hidden areas to discover, it promises to be a fun distraction for players looking to shake off their daily worries.
In the meantime, be sure to check out the Love, Romance and Heartbreak Debutante Ball Steam festival, taking place from February 13 to 20, featuring over 100 games, including demos and discounts.
but then theres Big Hops which is just a frog in a 3d platformer idk how engaging that can be 
on the other hand, Cassette Boy's point-and-click adventure sounds kinda neat maybe we'll finally get to see some more of those 
its always good to have something to look forward to tho, and thats what this week seems like for gaming fans 
I'm so stoked for this week's new game releases! 
. Air Hares is super colorful and addictive - I need to get my hands on that ASAP! 
Big Hops as a frog in 3D platforming sounds like so much fun 
. I'm hyped for Aerial_Knight's DropShot - who doesn't love a good finger-gun battle? 
And Pie in the Sky from Monster Shop Games sounds like an absolute blast - magpie-themed chaos on Sydney Harbour Bridge is my kind of thing 
I'm already planning my gaming marathon for February 
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And Quarantine Zone: The Last Check sounds super intense and addictive, like Papers Please on steroids! 
I need to get my hands on Big Hops ASAP, who doesn't love a good 3D platformer? 
I'm also curious about Cassette Boy, point-and-click adventures are always so much fun, especially with those hidden secrets. Can't wait to dive in and explore all these new worlds! 
Let's get this gaming party started! 
and it's literally the cutest thing ever... i mean what is even more amazing than a cat playing piano? a frog on a quest for airship parts is almost as cool as a cat shredding sick beats lol but seriously have you guys played Air Hares yet? its so much fun!!!
And Cassette Boy looks like a really cool point-and-click adventure... I've always been a fan of those.
. I'm definitely adding it to my calendar, can't wait to dive in!
air hares is calling my name too - pixel art is just the best 
i'm also hyped for the steam festival, love, romance, and heartbreak debutante ball sounds like an amazing way to spend a weekend gaming with friends 
They're already expecting ppl to make super tough decisions that can literally kill or save lives in the game lol how intense! Also idk why but Air Hares just sounds like so much fun 
i've been playing a lot of quarantine zone already it's so hard to decide between saving lives or making tough decisions 
As for Cassette Boy, point-and-click adventures are always a blast from the past, and I'm excited to uncover all the hidden secrets! 
. And Air Hares sounds like so much fun, who wouldn't want to restore farmland and save the day? 
. The Love, Romance and Heartbreak Debutante Ball Steam festival has me intrigued - who's gonna be there? 
. Big Hops as a frog on a quest for airship parts sounds adorable 
. And Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is like, so intense with that zombie outbreak vibe 
. What I'm most excited about though is the Love, Romance and Heartbreak Debutante Ball Steam festival - 100+ games, demos, and discounts? That's a gamer's dream come true 
i loved the resource management aspect and the base lab facilities were so satisfying to build up 
also big hops is another game that needs a playthrough ASAP 
and cassettte boy looks soooo cute 
what's your go-to genre when it comes to gaming? do u have any fave indie games??