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I played 26 demos during this Next Fest, and I'll share some of the good ones, including Map Map, Batomon Showdown, IRON NEST, and STUNTBOOST.

Should I make a roguelike game? (NO.)

This article will NOT improve your FTG skill.

More and more puzzle games are using knowledge gates nowadays—but what exactly is a knowledge gate?

I wrote short comments for all 31 demos I played, including Onikura, Far Far West, Gambonanza, Wanderburg, and Lost and Found Co.

A strong hook at the start of the game.

What elements make an indie game sell in 2025?

The best word I can describe the ending of Cobalt Core is beautiful.

Reviews of some demos I played during Next Fest: October 2024, including ANTHEM#9, Tingus Goose, Goblin Sushi, Tears of Metal and Wretch: Divine Ascent.

Through a series of coincidences and fated decisions, my journey of Outer Wilds led to this moment.

Once a game becomes perfect for someone, it will leave a deep and lasting impact. Death Stranding do change my life.

Reviews of some demos I played during Next Fest: June 2024, including CAIRN, Dead as Disco, Flick Shot Rogues and BALL x PIT.

Reviews of some demos I played during Next Fest: October 2024, including Border Pioneer, Urban Myth Dissolution Center, Star Vaders and Sultan’s Game.