April 11th 2024.
The exciting world of indie games has been buzzing with new announcements, and one of the most highly anticipated is Slay The Spire 2. This exciting sequel was just one of the many exciting reveals in the recent Triple-i showcase, a new preview event organized by Evil Empire, the creators of the popular game Dead Cells. This showcase featured a diverse lineup of games from independent developers, and it did not disappoint.
While E3 may have come and gone, the spirit of the event lives on in other showcases, like the Triple-i. This 45-minute event, held on a Wednesday evening, was jam-packed with thrilling announcements and reveals. The best part? It was all about the games, with no host, advertisements, or extra fluff to distract from the excitement.
Without a doubt, the biggest news of the night was the reveal of a new Prince of Persia game from Evil Empire themselves. However, this news had already leaked a few days prior, so it wasn't a complete surprise. Still, it was the first time fans got a glimpse of the game and its impressive graphics. And, it wasn't the only exciting project announced at the showcase.
One of the many teasers shown at the Triple-i was for Slay The Spire 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the beloved card deck-building game. While the animated teaser was visually stunning, it left fans wanting more. The only concrete information we have is that early access for the game will begin in 2025.
But Slay The Spire 2 wasn't the only game that caught our attention. Kill Knight, a new game that combines elements of Diablo and a dual-stick shooter, looks like a thrilling adventure. It's set to release later this year on consoles and PC. And, for those craving some dinosaur action, Dinolords promises to deliver. In this game, players take on the role of Vikings riding dinosaurs as they invade 11th century England. It's a mix of real-time strategy and city building, with the added bonus of being able to control hero characters. While there's no release date yet, it will be available in early access.
Another game that caught our eye was Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, a gorgeous 2D action adventure with a steampunk and cowboy theme. Fans of classic Castlevania games will find this game particularly intriguing, as it takes inspiration from those games. It's set to release on PC and Switch on May 21, with a potential release on other platforms in the future.
But the showcase wasn't all about new games. It also featured updates and DLC for existing titles, like Risk Of Rain 2 and Shadows Of Doubt. And, for fans of 2D arena shooters, Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns was a major announcement. This award-winning game is finally making its way to PlayStation 4 and 5 this summer, and even has a new DLC based on the popular Contra franchise.
For those looking for a unique gaming experience, Never Alone 2 offers just that. This side-scrolling narrative platformer follows the story of an Iñupiat girl and a fox, and the sequel promises to be even more immersive with its full 3D graphics. It's set to release on Steam, but there's no word yet on other platforms or a release date.
Cataclismo is another game that stood out, with its combination of castle building and tower defense mechanics. While the trailers were short, the game looks intriguing, with a strong narrative and hordes of monsters to battle. It's set to release on PC on July 21, with the potential for a console release in the future.
And for those who have ever wondered what happened after the apocalypse in games like Fallout, Endzone 2 offers a chance to find out. This city-building game, set to release in early access this summer, challenges players to rebuild society after everything has gone wrong.
UnderMine 2, the sequel to the popular roguelite dungeon crawler, was also announced at the showcase. While indie sequels often struggle to find success, this game has the potential to break the mold with its exciting gameplay. And, for fans of the quirky puzzle game What The Golf?, a new sequel titled What The Car? is on its way, featuring even more absurd car-related challenges.
Finally, fans of Darkest Dungeon can look forward to a new free game mode called Kingdoms, set to release later this year. While there's still no confirmation of when the highly anticipated Darkest Dungeon 2 will come to consoles, this new game mode will keep players entertained in the meantime. With a strategic element added to the 2D role-playing combat and new monster factions to battle, Kingdoms promises to be a thrilling addition to the game.
The Triple-i showcase may have been short, but it was full of exciting announcements and reveals. From highly anticipated sequels to unique new games, there's something for every type of gamer to look forward to. And, with the event focused solely on the games themselves, it was a refreshing break from the flashy and often overwhelming showcases of the past.
Slay The Spire 2 – one of the many exciting announcements at the new Triple-i showcase for indie games. This event, organized by the creators of Dead Cells, Evil Empire, featured a variety of independent developers and their highly anticipated projects. Despite its short 45-minute duration, this showcase was packed with thrilling reveals and announcements, with a deliberate focus on cutting out unnecessary fluff like hosts and advertisements.
One of the biggest news of the night was the announcement of a new Prince of Persia game by Evil Empire themselves. However, this news had unfortunately leaked a few days prior. Nevertheless, this was the first time we got to see it, along with many other promising projects.
Although the organizers made a clear reference to The Game Awards by mentioning the absence of hosts and ads, the format of The Triple-i showcase was quite similar, with short teasers and limited gameplay footage. One of these teasers was for Slay The Spire 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular card deck-building game. While the animated teaser was visually pleasing, the only concrete information we have is that the game will enter early access in 2025.
Another game announced at the showcase was Kill Knight, a cross between Diablo and a dual-stick shooter that caught everyone's attention with its unique concept. It is set to release this year on consoles and PC. Fans of dinosaur-related video games were also pleased with the reveal of Dinolords, a real-time strategy and city-building game set in 11th century England and featuring Vikings riding dinosaurs. Although there is no release date yet, it will first be available in early access.
Gestalt: Steam & Cinder, a visually stunning 2D action adventure game with a steampunk and cowboy theme, is set to release on PC and Switch on May 21. Another exciting announcement was the arrival of Vampire Survivors: Operation Guns on PlayStation 4 and 5 this summer, along with new DLC based on Contra. Fans of the original game might also be happy to hear about the upcoming sequel of Never Alone, a side-scrolling narrative platformer.
Cataclismo, a unique mix of castle builder and tower defense game, also caught our attention with its intriguing gameplay and narrative. It is set to release on PC on July 21. Similarly, Endzone 2, a city-building game set in a post-apocalyptic world, will enter early access on PC this summer. The original game, Endzone 1, might not have been well-known, but the trailer for the sequel looks promising.
UnderMine 2, the sequel to the popular roguelite dungeon crawler, is set to release without a confirmed date. Another sequel in the works is What The Car?, a follow-up to the weird puzzle game What The Golf?. This time, you control cars with legs, limousines driven by giraffes, and a hatchback with a shark fin on the roof. It will be available on PC on September 5 and is already out on Apple Arcade.
And finally, the highly anticipated Darkest Dungeon 2 was not officially announced for consoles yet, although it has been age-rated in Brazil. However, a new free game mode called Kingdoms was revealed, adding a strategic level to the usual 2D role-playing combat, along with three new monster factions. It is set to release later this year.
Overall, the Triple-i showcase for indie games was a huge success, with a diverse range of exciting projects announced. It's clear that the independent gaming scene is thriving, and we can't wait to see what these talented developers have in store for us.
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