Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together Hands-On at PAX East 2026
Cooking Simulator 2: Better Together showed up at PAX East 2026 with a clear shift in how the game wants you to play. The first game kept you focused on your own station, working through recipes and mechanics alone, while this one opens the door and lets other people into the kitchen with you, which […]
Nekogumi: A Cat Café You Actually Want to Work In
There are a lot of cozy games right now, but Nekogumi stands out because it understands something simple. Relaxing doesn’t have to mean empty. It just means nothing is pushing you too hard. In our gameplay, the tone settles in quickly. You’re not rushing, you’re not juggling ten systems at once, and you’re not being […]
What is “CYBRLICH and the Death Cult of Labor” PAX East 2025
CYBRLICH and the Death Cult of Labor is a game that mixes cyberpunk, dark fantasy, and workplace frustration into something loud, strange, and very intentional. The setup puts you in a city ruled by the CYBRLICH, a hyper-rich undead CEO sitting at the top of LICHCORP Tower. From there, he controls everything, building a system […]
What is “Open World” with J. Eatedali GDC 2025
At Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, Mufsin sat down with J. Eatedali, director of Open World, to talk about how their work fits into the current state of the game industry. Open World operates under Loaded, focusing on marketing and data consultancy for games. Their work covers community management, market research, and creator programs, connecting […]
What is “First Break Labs” GDC 2025
At Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, Mufsin spoke with First Break Labs about the projects they brought to the show and the kind of developers they work with. Their focus is clear. They partner with teams around the world and help bring smaller, distinct projects to a wider audience. First Break Labs describes itself as […]
What is “Fresh Tracks” GDC 2025
At Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, we got a closer look at Fresh Tracks from Buffalo Buffalo. The core idea is direct. You ski, and everything lines up with the music. Movement, obstacles, and timing all follow the rhythm, so you’re staying in sync with it. The developers described it as a mix of rhythm […]
Who is “BUCK Games” GDC 2025
At Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, Mufsin sat down with BUCK Games to talk about their recent projects and how their background in animation and design shapes the way they approach games. As part of BUCK, the team brings in artists, animators, and designers who are used to building strong visual work first, then layering […]
What is “Terminull Brigade” GDC 2025
At Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, Mufsin got a chance to sit down with the team behind Terminull Brigade and try the game. The demo gave a clear sense of what the developers are aiming for: a co-op shooter that leans into roguelike structure without making it feel closed off or punishing for new players. […]
March 2026 Solo Dev Survivor Showcase – What Games to Play?
The March 2026 Solo Dev Survivor Showcase pulls together a set of indie games built by individual developers or very small teams, and you can feel that difference right away. These are not games shaped by large production pipelines, but tend to follow one strong idea and push it as far as possible, even if […]
Vograce Spring Sale Is a Great Time to Prep Merch for Kickstarter, Conventions, and Creative Shops
Vograce Spring Sale Mar 18–24 (PDT) Up to 17.2% OFF sitewide — honestly a perfect time to get your merch ready for upcoming conventions. Don’t miss it! If you’ve been thinking about making merch for your project, shop, or next event, Vograce’s Spring Sale comes at a really helpful time. For indie creators, artists, shop […]
