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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 27d

Yesterday's #NintendoDirect was loaded with announcements. Storm Lancers caught my eye immediately and is exclusive to Switch.

If you're into action roguelites check this game out! Watch my full review 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/wGYAY2-9uwo

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Orebody Inc. @orebodyinc.bsky.social · 3d

PSA: Welp, we are now out of Early Bird discounts for CIB Mega Kaiju Boom Ball on the Kickstarter.

But don't fret! You can still grab the Standard or Limited Kickstarter Exclusive Editions!

Thanks to all of our early backers. You are monstrously wonderful.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/jd3...

Mega Kaiju Boom Ball, a new NES game by Orebody Inc.

Breakout meets giant monsters for the 8-bit NES!

www.kickstarter.com

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Badger Punch Games @badgerpunch.com · 6d

Hi there!

Our game Roguecraft is an award winning turn-based dungeon crawler #roguelike with retro roots and pixel-perfect turn-based action.

Now coming to #steam, and also multiple retro platforms! 🎉

🎯Wishlist on Steam: thalamus.link/roguecraft

#screenshotsaturday #gamedev

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Jul 11

Just dropped my review for a new #homebrew on the #GameBoyColor. It's available both digitally and physical as well.

Give it a watch and shares are appreciated! 🤜🤛

📺WATCH: youtu.be/kySmJvPOtQ0

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 4

It took me a few extra days cause I took my time playing this one but you have to play this game if you enjoy #indie #GameBoyColor releases, it's so good!

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/DW3JZIvGiVw

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 13d

This NEW upcoming NES homebrew features gameplay that mixes breakout and pinball, all while battling large kaiju monsters! It's a blast!

Mega Kaiju Boom Ball
By: @orebodyinc.bsky.social

Check out my preview for this unique new game! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/efhM7vpz6h8

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 13d

If interested you can pre-order either a physical or digital copy here:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/jd3...

Mega Kaiju Boom Ball, a new NES game by Orebody Inc.

Breakout meets giant monsters for the 8-bit NES!

www.kickstarter.com

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 13d

This NEW upcoming NES homebrew features gameplay that mixes breakout and pinball, all while battling large kaiju monsters! It's a blast!

Mega Kaiju Boom Ball
By: @orebodyinc.bsky.social

Check out my preview for this unique new game! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/efhM7vpz6h8

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Sep 3

There's great GBC indies releasing pretty consistently so it's hard to keep track of them all.

Here's a few upcoming games to keep your eyes on and a few you can play now while you wait! 👇
@spacebotdev.bsky.social @elviestm.bsky.social @dancingmadstudios.com

📺WATCH: youtu.be/5NcJh0p3A8Q

3 MORE Upcoming Game Boy Color Homebrews That Are FUN!

YouTube video by NicoPlaysIndies

youtu.be

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 20d

It's a busy month with some big indies releasing on #NintendoSwitch. But how about some you might've missed? Here's a few!

📺WATCH: youtu.be/htPSM8axNXg

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · 27d

Yesterday's #NintendoDirect was loaded with announcements. Storm Lancers caught my eye immediately and is exclusive to Switch.

If you're into action roguelites check this game out! Watch my full review 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/wGYAY2-9uwo

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Jampley Dev - Gravity Storm IS OUT! @jampleydev.bsky.social · 29d

First YouTube review of Gravity Storm by @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social!

youtu.be/OTiavVHWYtA?...

#indiegame

Gravity Storm: First Mission Review - Gravity Flipping Action Platformer!

YouTube video by NicoPlaysIndies

youtu.be

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 10

If you threw Shatterhand, Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania into a blender, you'd get Crystal Gaiden Origins!

This is a game #NES era fans simply shouldn't miss.

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/YskwoJv8ces

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Sep 8

This section triggers Mega Man 1 PTSD 😅

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Sep 1

🕹️If you enjoy #retrogaming and a challenge, here's some indies you should check out! Sorry this episode is action platformer heavy! 😆

🔁Shares appreciated! Watch here! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/mDbfw4RT1ks

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Sep 3

There's great GBC indies releasing pretty consistently so it's hard to keep track of them all.

Here's a few upcoming games to keep your eyes on and a few you can play now while you wait! 👇
@spacebotdev.bsky.social @elviestm.bsky.social @dancingmadstudios.com

📺WATCH: youtu.be/5NcJh0p3A8Q

3 MORE Upcoming Game Boy Color Homebrews That Are FUN!

YouTube video by NicoPlaysIndies

youtu.be

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Sep 1

🕹️If you enjoy #retrogaming and a challenge, here's some indies you should check out! Sorry this episode is action platformer heavy! 😆

🔁Shares appreciated! Watch here! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/mDbfw4RT1ks

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GameBoy Community @gameboycommunity.bsky.social · Aug 29

DO NOT STEAL FROM INDIE DEVS //

"If you find someone asking for a Game Boy / Color rom dump of any indie game that is actively being sold, then you can take this rom here, rename it and send it to that person."

#GameBoy

2ndlawgames.itch.io/do-not-steal...

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 23

Released this week is The Girl From Arkanya. If you enjoy the 2D Zelda formula, oh my do you need to play this game.

Check out my full review to see why! 😆

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/h7AcNPOt_xQ

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 20

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ALT: a man in a blue shirt is sitting on a couch and making a funny face .

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2nd Law Games @2ndlawgames.bsky.social · Jul 10

Physical copies of Self Simulated are available now — and I’m beyond excited!

Discover what happened… and why your mind is trapped inside a robot body, in this precision platformer for all GBC handhelds.

Get yours: modretro.com/products/sel...

#gameboy #gbstudio

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 20

I submitted my unlisted link already, just didn't want to share it here if I didn't have to. So I should be good then! 😁

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 20

Are we entered if we submit the form or do we have to make a post on socials too? I don't want anyone stealing my strats! 😆

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 19

Shantae Advance is ret-2-go on modern platforms!

This is a sequel 20+ years in the making and I'm glad we finally got it. Check out my full review for the details including what's new!

Developer: @wayforward.bsky.social
Publisher: @limitedrungames.com

📺WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=94Dq...

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NicoPlaysIndies @nicoplaysindies.bsky.social · Aug 19

Oohh this level looks and sounds great!

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