Jake | POB Podcast | So Many Games
@chipdip.bsky.social
Dad. Runner. PhD. Podcaster. Tired. He/Him.
Reviews for somanygames.co.uk
Pre-order Bonus Podcast cohost. https://linktr.ee/preorderbonuscast
For inquiries: [email protected]
Twitch (affiliate) streamer: www.twitch.tv/chipdip18
Reviews for somanygames.co.uk
Pre-order Bonus Podcast cohost. https://linktr.ee/preorderbonuscast
For inquiries: [email protected]
Twitch (affiliate) streamer: www.twitch.tv/chipdip18
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The IGOTYs 2025 | The Pre-Order Bonus Podcast
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It's here! It's been a bit of a ride to get here, since I had some CPU issues which made recording super annoying, but here is a free, 90 minute episode celebrating the best (read: my favorite) indie games of 2025!
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I’ve been pretty stoked for this release. One of my favorite writers!
It's release day for my book! Thank you so much to @jacklegpress.bsky.social and @fulmerford.com
January 16, 2026 at 12:48 PM
I’ve been pretty stoked for this release. One of my favorite writers!
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It's release day for my book! Thank you so much to @jacklegpress.bsky.social and @fulmerford.com
January 15, 2026 at 3:36 PM
It's release day for my book! Thank you so much to @jacklegpress.bsky.social and @fulmerford.com
Should I grab Sanabi on sale on switch, or Cassette Boy, or both? Both? Both.
January 16, 2026 at 7:03 AM
Should I grab Sanabi on sale on switch, or Cassette Boy, or both? Both? Both.
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Big Hops is one of the most charming platformers out there.
January 16, 2026 at 6:44 AM
Big Hops is one of the most charming platformers out there.
This game is gonna rule so hard
we schmovin'
area visuals are WIP (so much so that I forgot to turn off the sun inside the cave, oops)
game: ABYSS X ZERO 👇
#gamedev #indiegame #lowpoly #axz
area visuals are WIP (so much so that I forgot to turn off the sun inside the cave, oops)
game: ABYSS X ZERO 👇
#gamedev #indiegame #lowpoly #axz
January 16, 2026 at 12:40 AM
This game is gonna rule so hard
What a freaking wild read.
Last week, I got a corrections request for a story I didn't write, on a publication I don't write for. It sent me down a very strange rabbit hole involving a mysterious content publisher. There's a lot I don't understand, but here's what I know:
aftermath.site/nicole-carpe...
aftermath.site/nicole-carpe...
I'm Not That Nicole Carpenter
I got a corrections request for a story I didn't write, and it pulled me down a journalism rabbit hole.
aftermath.site
January 15, 2026 at 11:10 PM
What a freaking wild read.
Live now with Choo-Choo Charles, a game that has somehow become the horror game spoken about in hushed tones at my kids' school. twitch.tv/chipdip18
January 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Live now with Choo-Choo Charles, a game that has somehow become the horror game spoken about in hushed tones at my kids' school. twitch.tv/chipdip18
Where do I preorder the deluxe version. I am so ready.
From the creators of Minami Lane, explore a charming countryside as a young bike courier in Milki Delivery. "Lush meadows, green forests, a glittering ocean... To see it all and reach everyone, you'll need to upgrade your bike, manage your inventory and choose your path wisely."
January 14, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Where do I preorder the deluxe version. I am so ready.
This one has been on my radar for a while! Comes out in a month?! I’m in.
My action skydiving racing FPS Aerial_Knight’s DropShot drops Feb 17 on PS5, Xbox, and PC.
You play as a guy bitten by a radioactive dragon, taking down mercs, dragons, tanks, and cows… all while trying not to mess up your fro.
Give it a Wishlist it means a lot 🙂
youtu.be/Hl0ylC9SYuw?...
You play as a guy bitten by a radioactive dragon, taking down mercs, dragons, tanks, and cows… all while trying not to mess up your fro.
Give it a Wishlist it means a lot 🙂
youtu.be/Hl0ylC9SYuw?...
Aerial_Knight's DropShot - Release Date Announcement Trailer | PS5 Games
YouTube video by PlayStation
youtu.be
January 14, 2026 at 4:15 PM
This one has been on my radar for a while! Comes out in a month?! I’m in.
The Switch 2 is becoming my indie machine, and I think this reflects that. I think even though the Switch 2 feels better to play in my hands than Switch, I still rather play on the PC or couch with a gamepad.
January 14, 2026 at 3:47 PM
The Switch 2 is becoming my indie machine, and I think this reflects that. I think even though the Switch 2 feels better to play in my hands than Switch, I still rather play on the PC or couch with a gamepad.
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The due diligence of actually reading/watching the content and absorbing its context isn’t an act of listening. It’s very surface level
I’m looking forward to when you do take the full time you need to put together your thoughts in the next video for this topic. One YT question tho - is there a
I’m looking forward to when you do take the full time you need to put together your thoughts in the next video for this topic. One YT question tho - is there a
January 14, 2026 at 2:44 PM
The due diligence of actually reading/watching the content and absorbing its context isn’t an act of listening. It’s very surface level
I’m looking forward to when you do take the full time you need to put together your thoughts in the next video for this topic. One YT question tho - is there a
I’m looking forward to when you do take the full time you need to put together your thoughts in the next video for this topic. One YT question tho - is there a
I’ve enjoyed the games I’ve played from Chibig, but this new announcement has me really interested. Inspired by Majora’s Mask too m.youtube.com/watch?v=3lTm...
Bel's Fanfare — Announcement Teaser
YouTube video by Chibig Studio
m.youtube.com
January 14, 2026 at 2:56 PM
I’ve enjoyed the games I’ve played from Chibig, but this new announcement has me really interested. Inspired by Majora’s Mask too m.youtube.com/watch?v=3lTm...
Live now with some more Final Fantasy Tactics! Pretty chill stream tonight. Join in for some laid back vibes twitch.tv/chipdip18
January 14, 2026 at 3:40 AM
Live now with some more Final Fantasy Tactics! Pretty chill stream tonight. Join in for some laid back vibes twitch.tv/chipdip18
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Dear Gamers, this wasn't written with AI
...but why is that a headline?
Please, if you have the time, read this: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
...but why is that a headline?
Please, if you have the time, read this: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
January 13, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Dear Gamers, this wasn't written with AI
...but why is that a headline?
Please, if you have the time, read this: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
...but why is that a headline?
Please, if you have the time, read this: www.deargamers.net/blog/dear-ga...
Folks! Slow start but big finish to streams this week. It's my twitch anniversary on Saturday, and I've got a bunch of fun things planned before we stay up until we beat Orphan of Kos in Bloodborne. Be there!
January 13, 2026 at 1:57 AM
Folks! Slow start but big finish to streams this week. It's my twitch anniversary on Saturday, and I've got a bunch of fun things planned before we stay up until we beat Orphan of Kos in Bloodborne. Be there!
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Play as Hop in this 3D platformer action-adventure with deep movement and fresh frog-tongue gameplay. Grow veggies to build paths, explore gorgeous themed worlds and solve puzzles in unique ways.
Learn more on Big Hops in our full review:
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
Learn more on Big Hops in our full review:
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
January 12, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Play as Hop in this 3D platformer action-adventure with deep movement and fresh frog-tongue gameplay. Grow veggies to build paths, explore gorgeous themed worlds and solve puzzles in unique ways.
Learn more on Big Hops in our full review:
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
Learn more on Big Hops in our full review:
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
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A Short Hike is part of a new Steam bundle celebrating the launch of Big Hops! The 3D platforming is top notch, the game looks and feels great! Check it out with these other amazing games: 🐸🐊🐦😸
BIG HOPS is OUT NOW and to celebrate: meet the Animal Adventurers Bundle. 4 amazing games about being a cute critter exploring a big world. 🐸🐊🐦😻
#bighops #ashorthike #lilgatorgame #littlekittybigcity #indiegames
#bighops #ashorthike #lilgatorgame #littlekittybigcity #indiegames
January 12, 2026 at 9:18 PM
A Short Hike is part of a new Steam bundle celebrating the launch of Big Hops! The 3D platforming is top notch, the game looks and feels great! Check it out with these other amazing games: 🐸🐊🐦😸
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Big Hops is more than meets the eye. What appears to be an unassuming, family-friendly adventure is actually one of the best 3D platformers in recent years.
My review.
My review.
Big Hops Review – A Triumphant Return to 3D Platforming -
Big Hops is a 3D platformer that breathes new life to the genre due to its unique mechanics. Here is our full review.
pixelbytegaming.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Big Hops is more than meets the eye. What appears to be an unassuming, family-friendly adventure is actually one of the best 3D platformers in recent years.
My review.
My review.
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I am, indeed, Team Big Hops. Wrote about this at length, but it basically takes the really cool acorn bridge mechanic from Bananza and says "What if you could do this the whole game, but with a whole bunch of environmental tools that give you total problem solving agency? And also cute frog."
BIG HOPS review thread! I'll keep adding them as they come out:
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
Donkey Kong Bananza just got leapfrogged by a delightful new platformer
3D platformers are alive and well in 2026
www.polygon.com
January 12, 2026 at 10:01 PM
I am, indeed, Team Big Hops. Wrote about this at length, but it basically takes the really cool acorn bridge mechanic from Bananza and says "What if you could do this the whole game, but with a whole bunch of environmental tools that give you total problem solving agency? And also cute frog."
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BIG HOPS review thread! I'll keep adding them as they come out:
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
Donkey Kong Bananza just got leapfrogged by a delightful new platformer
3D platformers are alive and well in 2026
www.polygon.com
January 12, 2026 at 9:57 PM
BIG HOPS review thread! I'll keep adding them as they come out:
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
1. Polygon from @marioprime.bsky.social: www.polygon.com/big-hops-imp...
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I hit the button ✅😭🐸
🚨BIG HOPS is OUT NOW🚨
Get it on Steam | Switch | PS5 for just $17.99 with our 10% launch discount!
#indiegames #nintendoswitch #ps5
🚨BIG HOPS is OUT NOW🚨
Get it on Steam | Switch | PS5 for just $17.99 with our 10% launch discount!
#indiegames #nintendoswitch #ps5
January 12, 2026 at 5:04 PM
I hit the button ✅😭🐸
🚨BIG HOPS is OUT NOW🚨
Get it on Steam | Switch | PS5 for just $17.99 with our 10% launch discount!
#indiegames #nintendoswitch #ps5
🚨BIG HOPS is OUT NOW🚨
Get it on Steam | Switch | PS5 for just $17.99 with our 10% launch discount!
#indiegames #nintendoswitch #ps5
Big Hops is out now! I enjoyed every minute of this one. A real testament to what indie devs are doing in the 3D platforming genre and a fantastic start to the year.
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
Big Hops | So Many Games
Play as Hop in this 3D platformer action-adventure with deep movement and fresh frog-tongue gameplay. Grow veggies to build paths, explore gorgeous themed worlds and solve puzzles in unique ways.
somanygames.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Big Hops is out now! I enjoyed every minute of this one. A real testament to what indie devs are doing in the 3D platforming genre and a fantastic start to the year.
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
somanygames.co.uk/review/big-h...
Big Hops releases tomorrow, and folks, this should be the first game you pick up from 2026. Be on the lookout for more details 👀
January 12, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Big Hops releases tomorrow, and folks, this should be the first game you pick up from 2026. Be on the lookout for more details 👀
Well, the wishlist just keeps getting bigger and bigger… super cool list!
From metroidvanias to cozy life sims to survival horror, 2026 is going to be a huge year for indie games of all genres!
Here are 30 of our most anticipated titles coming out this year 👀
nosmallgames.com/2026/01/30-m...
Here are 30 of our most anticipated titles coming out this year 👀
nosmallgames.com/2026/01/30-m...
30 Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2026
2025 was an incredible year for indie games, and this next one could be even bigger. Here's our list of most anticipated indie games of 2026.
nosmallgames.com
January 11, 2026 at 7:10 PM
Well, the wishlist just keeps getting bigger and bigger… super cool list!