19 new releases and 14 updates in this weeks round up of Xbox Indie Games.
The past week has seen the start of the Indie Games Winter Uprising where the aim is to release a number of quality games over the week. These games are being covered by us every day or two as the XBLIG peer review can sometimes delay a game. You get two releases on one day and none on the other. Our first part of our coverage can be read here.
Below is this weeks releases compilation video showing gameplay footage from all the games released this week. The footage for Break Limit is squashed, I have a SD capture card and it displayed this way in SD on the Xbox 360, it displays fine in HD. As always, feedback on the videos is welcome and you can leave it in the comments on this page or on the Youtube page.
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Here are this weeks releases and updates sorted in a rough order on how good they are over three categories. Trial impressions have been wrote for the Geddon it! category games. Please take a look at all the games as something may interest you. Trailers for the new releases can be found on Page 2.
Geddon it!
Epic Dungeon – Epic Dungeon is a real time dungeon crawler. It follows the traditional RPG theme with a number of classes to base your character on with varying abilities such as better attacking for warriors or magic for spellcasters. As the game is played in real time instead of the usual turn based method it gives the game a more arcade feel so if you have not been a fan of dungeon crawlers you may be interested in this. Your aim is to work your way down the levels of the dungeons and kill anything along the way, collect items such as new weapons, armour, potions and of course gold. Enemies do respawn if you return to a previously explored area which I found a little annoying as they can sometimes bunch up and prove to be a little trouble to kill. But this is a trial impression based on eight minutes of gameplay so I am sure you will be better quipped to deal with it in further levels. The graphics are a retro inspired style which works well and gives it the a more modern look while keeping it classic at the same time.
Costing only 80 :MSPoints: this looks to be a great value game which should keep you occupied for many hours. More information of Epic Dungeon can be found on the homepage, and you can download the trial version or purchase the full game on the Xbox Marketplace. A trailer can be viewed on Page 2.
Break Limit is no too dissimilar to Hypership Out of Control. It is a vertical and horizontal scrolling shooter style game but instead of dodging objects as in Hypership Out of Control you can shoot them or use your Break Limit to smash through them. Weapons are upgraded as you progress through the level, I got to try a cool laser beam type weapon which made destroying the oncoming objects much easier. Your Break Limit comes in very handy and when fully charged it allows you to smash through objects without taking damage. The graphics and presentation are more slick (and modern looking) than Hypership Out of Control so if you prefer a modern arcade look rather than retro this should be ideal.
More information of Break Limit can be found on the homepage, and you can download the trial version or purchase the full game on the Xbox Marketplace. A trailer can be viewed on Page 2.
Ubergridder is a action game set in space. You control a maintenance robot who must repair the ship one section at a time. The level is designed in grid like squares and you must light up each side of the squares to repair them. Enemies are also present so you must avoid them or if they start to chase you then lose them by changing direction. I guess you could say the game is a cross between Pac Man and a very old game called Oh Mummy. Presentation and graphics are done well and there is plenty of polish. Well worth checking out as Ubergridder costs only 80 :MSPoints:, more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Ar-meh-geddon
Avatar QuizCall – Xmas Edition – The hit game Avatar Quizcall is back to brighten up your holiday season, step up to the stage and take part in the ultimate holiday quiz. With one to four players, global highscore tables and region specific questions. It’s not a party unless it’s a Avatar Quizcall party, let’s see who is the smartest cookie in the jar. Avatar QuizCall – Xmas Edition costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
AXBY – Please switch the attribute and destroy a lot of target. Let’s put out the Hi SCORE by your TECHNIQUE! AXBY costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Decay – Part 3 – Decay is an episodic thriller/horror adventure game. The story in Decay is very dark and the game has a very creepy atmosphere and a challenging gameplay. Decay – Part 3 costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Planet Popper – Enjoy this extraterrestrial experience matching planets in groups of 3 or more. Crisp colourful graphics, and relaxing music. Pop your troubles away! Planet Popper costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Alpha Blasters – Enjoy frantic fast paced action in this 2d shooter with two distinct game modes. In Currency War you take control of a Yen ship and try to survive against an onslaught of opposing forces. In Alpha Roids, try to smash the bigger rocks before getting smashed to bits! Online High Scores let you see how you stack up against the world! Alpha Blasters costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Squee Pig Piggle BBQ – Squee Pig Piggle BBQ costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
The Impossible Game Level Pack – The Impossible Game Level Pack costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Armageddon outta here!
ArrowStorm II – Action Game/Shooter collect zen and badges upgrade stats buy 5 different weapons. ArrowStorm II costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
A Snowman’s Survival – Help your snowman spread Christmas cheer in this simple but addictive game. Complete with Christmas music, a high score table, and a simple system to change players between games, this really is a festive treat for the whole family. A Snowman’s Survival costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Retro One – Part 3 – Retro One – Part 3 is the 3rd installment of the Retro One series. Now with all new levels and ship patterns, plus some Big Lasers and Rockets too!!! Retro One – Part 3 costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Rumble Checkers Online – Come on down to the checkers lounge and enjoy a relaxing massage while competing against the world’s greatest! Play against the AI or against an online opponent in an epic checkers showdown. Climb the global high scores list and show the world just how good you are! Rumble Checkers Online costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Shimasho flower arrangement! (Beginner Guide) (Translation) – Enjoy a flower arrangement in a very simple rule. (Flower Type: The type of leaf 11: 6 Other: 5) Akushongemutsukuru work. Shimasho flower arrangement! costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Snow Day – Do you like the feeling of being warm by the fire while a snow storm blows outside your window? Snow Day recreates that feeling by simulating a snow storm on your TV. Play your own music on top, and Snow Day becomes the perfect mood-toy for the holidays. Snow Day costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Toy Invasion – Toy Invasion. Don’t throw your toys out your cot, Shoot them out. A twin stick Turret Defense. It’s simple, Survive the waves of Toys flying at you. Share a Turret with a Friend and blast them Toys all to smithereens. Toy Invasion costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Werewolf Hallow – Survive the night of werewolves! First person 3D survival shooter game. Werewolf Hallow costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace.
Zombie Accountant – Nothing is certain but the UNDEAD and taxes! Don’t eat your coworkers – there’s accounting to be done! Zombie Accountant costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found on the Marketplace, a trailer can be found on Page 2.
Updated Titles
Titles that have received a software update or price change are Whakman, Stack of Bricks, Miasma, Pushy, Johnny Platform Saves Xmas!, Relativity, UFO Commando, Bingo Party, Hypership Out of Control, DoubleVision, Avatar Paintball, The Impossible Game, BrainBox360 (Physics Edition), Brain Party and IncaBlocks.
