On One’s Own is a column about, you guessed it, independent gaming. The wayward wanderings of DIYGamer’s James Bishop might lead to probing art, gameplay, design, reception or a number of other aspects related to independent games. But you can rest assured that all things indie will be carefully considered on a weekly basis.
Indie games [...]
On One’s Own is a column about, you guessed it, independent gaming. Specifically, nothing specific. The wayward wanderings of DIYGamer’s James Bishop might lead to probing art, gameplay, reception or a number of other aspects related to independent games. He might even talk about general gaming as it corresponds to the independents! (Henceforth referred [...]
Starlings is a game from Russ Morris that’s in the early stages of development. The concept is similar to Flower; you start with one of something and then attract more. In Starlings, you start with one bird, and as you recruit other birds into your flock, the music builds. The musical effect could be very [...]
In the midst of several game discounts on Sony’s Playstation Network, indie standout Flower is available now for half-off. The ‘poetic-adventure’ title developed by ThatGameCompany will run you just $5 through Tuesday, December 2.
Flower is one of those games where the developer’s goal is to whisk the player out of their seat and into an almost dreamlike, wholly unique experience; you’ve [...]
Nominations for Spike TV’s Video Game Awards 2009 have been announced, included in the awards again is the Best Independent Game (apparently fueled by Mtn Dew) with this year’s four finalists being Twisted Pixel’s ‘Splosion Man, Hemisphere’s Osmos, RedLynx’s Trials HD and thatgamecompany’s Flower.
You can vote for your favorite here. Spike’s VGA 2009 takes place December 12, [...]
Indie games received some nice coverage last Friday courtesy of a New York Times article that discusses how indie game developers have managed to make a mainstream splash.
The lengthy piece hits on how games including Blueberry Garden, Braid and Flower were able to become successful ventures in a culture and industry that constantly demands high-end [...]
