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Os independent games (popularly known as indie games) have gained a prominent place in the electronic entertainment industry in recent years. Freelance developers and small studios create experiences that are as impressive as many games produced by large companies. 5a6r4x
For that reason, the showmetech starts a special column with the best indie games released (or on sale) each month. In addition to informing you about what is most interesting in the independent gaming scene at the moment, we will do a brief analysis of each title and show you on which platforms and at what prices you can find each game.
In Other Waters 5h176e
Despite the title, make no mistake: In Other Waters is not an aquatic exploration game like so many others like the beautiful Abzu or the scary Subnautica. Here, the experience is simpler, but it's still as deep and enveloping as the waters you're exploring.
this adventure sci-fi puts you in control of a IA who commands researcher Ellery's undersea suit as she investigates the oceans of the planet Gliese 677c for signs of alien life. Throughout the game you have access to the suit's digital interface that allows you to guide the scientist and control other functions of the technological apparatus to conduct research.
All interactions with Ellery are done through dialogue boxes, but the lack of speech is compensated for by fantastic sound editing that makes you feel like you are in the depths of a mysterious ocean while listening to the sound of creatures ing by you or clouds of acid dissolving in front of you.
In Other Waters It's a simple themed game. sci-fi with a different perspective on underwater exploration that makes you wonder what might be hiding under the waves of the sea.
Available: Steam ($ 28,99) e Nintendo Switch (R$ 63,94)
Good Job! 3z4d2g
Are you missing the work environment during this period of quarantine? Well, Good Job! may be a good option to meet your professional needs. In this game you take on the role of an employee on his first day at his new job. No one is questioning your professional skills, but be prepared to have to deal with a lot of accidents on the job and problems that will give you and your boss a big headache.
Em Good Job! you have to fulfill certain tasks within the company, but almost all of your professional missions involve some kind of obstacle or some problem that you will have to deal with in order to solve it. Despite so much confusion, don't be scared because the game's visuals and animations will ensure that you're smiling or laughing most of the time.
Definitely the biggest highlight of Good Job! it's because of its look using stick figures and simplistic scenarios that look like they came out of a work safety brochure. Even without being able to see their expressions or those of their co-workers, the game design does a fantastic feat of being able to create such fun gameplay with such a simple aesthetic essence.
Available: Nintendo Switch (R$ 83,59)
Shinsekai: Into the Depths cgh
Shinsekai: Into the Depths it's a very different game In Other Waters. In addition to envisioning an underwater world rich in details, the player must deal with several different mechanics to survive during his exploration of the seabed.
Launched in 2019 for the Apple Arcade, the game now reaches the Nintendo Switch. With stunning visuals and survival elements, shinsekai encourages the player to explore the seabed in search of answers. At times the game can seem longer and repetitive than it should be, but its amazing sound editing and level design make up for these flaws.
If you have the opportunity to dive into this fantastic adventure, always keep an eye on the oxygen meter on your watersuit and explore every corner of the underwater world to find upgrades to your equipment. Also, don't forget to use headphones to ensure a much more immersive experience.
Available: Apple Arcade e Nintendo Switch (R$ 88,09)
A fold apart 2h342f
Perhaps there is no game that more perfectly captures the current feeling that boyfriends and friends feel in this time of social distancing because of the pandemic. COVID-19. A fold apart is a touching story of a couple separated for professional reasons and who must fight to keep their long-distance relationship alive and strong.
The entire look of the game resembles paper folding and papier-mâché work. In addition, the entire gameplay revolves around a solving mechanic. puzzle folding and unfolding scenarios. The characters, the story and the settings all blend into an engaging story that conveys a feeling that it was made with great care by the developers.
The game has some crash issues. framerate at certain times of gameplay, but nothing that seriously harms the player experience. The difficulty level of the puzzles is appropriate and they are never too easy or too complex. Perhaps one of the most captivating elements of the game is being able to live this story being able to contemplate the lives of both characters at the same time.
Available: Steam ($ 37,99) e Nintendo Switch (R$ 82,17)
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