Having two screens on a portable device lends a whole bunch of extra incentive for developers to play around with their concepts, yet most games seem to stick with the ‘top screen is the action, bottom screen for map/stats’ idea for Nintendo’s 3DS. The same can’t be said for Fractured Soul by Endgame Studios, a platformer that’s a little rough around the edges but survives on its high level of challenge and a unique play style.
Not sure what the precedent is for 3DS eshop games being ported to the PC; so Endgame Studios may be pioneers. Their former eshop exclusive, Fractured Soul, has made its way to GOG and Desura. Fractured Soul is a platformer(sometimes shoot'em up) that requires quickly moving between two realities.
OnlySP: One of the best things about PAX Australia was the dominant position indie developers held on the showroom floor. Great well-known Australian-made games like MacGuffin’s Curse, Antichamber, and Fruit Ninja made an appearance. But the real meat of the show was the score of smaller indie developers that filled every nook. Discovering the creativity that these talented individuals are capable of honing into a playable experience was a delightful expedition. The uniqueness and innovation that was on display refreshed the senses. And that showed in how busy the indie section constantly was.
A handful of games made by Australian indie developers will be displayed at PAX Australia in July, and the organisers have just announced which six have made the cut for the Aus Indie Showcase.
