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By Jacob Roundy Posted on September 15, 2020September 6, 2020

What We’re Watching: High Score, a Video Game Docuseries

High Score is a Netflix docuseries exploring early video game history. Is it worth the watch? Find out here!

Categories: Fun Stuff, What We're WatchingTags: atari, donkey kong, Featured, game development, mario, NES, nintendo, RPGs, SNES, video game music, video games
By Jacob Roundy Posted on September 8, 2020September 17, 2020

Will COVID-19 Affect Console Release Dates?

With the holiday season right around the corner, gamers everywhere are expecting Sony and Microsoft to announce console release dates. But will COVID-19 push them back? Let’s discuss.

Categories: Gaming NewsTags: Featured, game development, gaming, mario, nintendo, nintendo switch, ps4, video games, xbox
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on August 3, 2020August 2, 2020

Designing a D&D Adventure: The Last Fire Giant of Mount Dwenendor

Last month, Jake created a one-shot D&D adventure! Follow along here as he documents the creative process of developing an RPG.

Categories: Developer Corner, Full FeaturesTags: board games, dungeons and dragons, Featured, game design, game development, indie game developers, indie games, RPGs
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By Ben Gogel Posted on May 4, 2020May 3, 2020

The Transcendence of a Video Game Journey

Amidst the madness of the modern world, Ben pivots gears and finds comfort with a special guest in thatgamecompany’s minimalist masterpiece.

Categories: Full FeaturesTags: Featured, game development, indie game developers, indie game reviews, indie games, journey, video games
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on October 19, 2018November 1, 2018

Indie Board Game Spotlight: Dreams of Tomorrow

We’ve been dying to highlight an indie board game on Couch Bandits and finally had the opportunity thanks to Carla from Weird Giraffe Games! Check out why we’re so excited for Dreams of Tomorrow.

Categories: Developer CornerTags: board games, game design, game development, indie game developers, interviews
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on October 17, 2018October 17, 2018

Mobile Indie Game Spotlight — Solbot: Energy Rush by Freakout Games

If you’re looking for a casual but fun mobile game, we recommend checking out Solbot: Energy Rush! Here’s the full download on this indie title.

Categories: Developer CornerTags: game development, indie game developers, indie games, mobile games, video games
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on September 26, 2018September 26, 2018

Boston Festival of Indie Games 2018: What to Expect

The Boston Festival of Indie Games 2018 kicks off on Saturday! Check out everything you need to know about the event right here. We’ll be attending, too, so make sure to follow us on Twitter for live updates!

Categories: Developer CornerTags: board games, BostonFIG, card games, game development, gaming, indie game developers, indie games, interviews, video games
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By Jacob Roundy Posted on September 21, 2018September 13, 2018

Indie Game Dev Spotlight: Fenreliania Transforms Heart Into Experimental Game Design

Fenreliania reveals the creative process behind their approach to game design—and it’s filled with heart, emotion, and experimentation. Check out the full interview here.

Categories: Developer CornerTags: board games, game design, game development, indie game developers, indie games, interactive media, interviews, platformers, video games
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By Connor Strader Posted on September 19, 2018September 19, 2018

Game Development 101: Ben Boles Shares His Story

We had the opportunity to talk with Ben Boles, an indie dev who’s created a fun space game called Moon Shooter 5000. Check out his creative process here!

Categories: Developer CornerTags: game design, game development, indie game developers, indie games, video games

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