This morning’s Microsoft Press Conference was loaded with news from some of the heaviest hitters in the industry, including a multitude of indie games coming to Xbox One. Let’s take a sneak peek at some of these amazing games:
Cuphead
The first time I saw this 1930-cartoon inspired co-op run and gun I fell in love. I can’t name a time when we got see such gorgeous hand-drawn visuals be incorporated into a game genre like this. It’s original, creative and extremely endearing.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIbUS6UgWw8]
Mighty No. 9
Megaman fans unite! Might No. 9 is the spiritual successor to the beloved franchise and works it with total gusto. This side-scrolling action game takes everything you ever loved about the 8 and 16-bit classics, lovingly creating something fresh yet so recognizable.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zo2Stj9wJ2A]
Below
Toronto’s Capybara Games is once again getting down to business with their latest indie project, Below. As atmospherically vast as another of their games, Sword & Sworcery, Below is groundbreaking in scale and proves just how powerful minimalism can truly be.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wuR9lOnGNo]
Inside
If you know Playdead Games, you know what a first impression they made with their groundbreaking puzzle platformer Limbo. Now they’re back with an oddly similar Inside, putting you in the shoes of a young boy facing the darkest side of human nature.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=op4G1–kb-g]
Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time
The first time I played Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time was back at Toronto’s Bit Bizaar, and I immediately fell in love. This frantic 1/2-player couch co-op action/defense game sent shivers down my spine with its intense gameplay and colourfully cute aesthetic. It’s no wonder it’s garnered such acclaim.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43Coq6RLuGQ]
Hyper Light Drifter
What can I say about Hyper Light Drifter that hasn’t been said already? This 2D action RPG (in the same vain as, say, The Legend of Zelda) is a beautifully produced indie project by Heart Machine. It’s quietly confident and extremely bold in presentation. Can’t wait to see what else this talented developers has up their sleeves.
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_wt__zwt20]
That’s only a few of the many games featured, but some of my personal favourites of the day. What indie games are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments below!