Green Pixels' Nathan Meunier says: "When used together, the terms "piracy" and "video games" tend to hold very specific, untoward connotations, but there is indeed a lighter side to gaming pirates. Yes, we're talking about our digital peg-legged, saber-toting, curse spewing, unshaven, sea faring brethren. Get ready; there are decks to be swabbed, villages to pillage, and planks to be walked! This month's Free Bytes themed medley extravaganza sails the seas of freebie indie goodness with the ol' skull and crossbones proudly flying high."
Green Pixels' Free Bytes column covers a unique freeware indie game each week. An additional monthly features covers a selection of games under a common theme.
The 2007 classic gets n HD upgrade with players who speak. And a lot of birds.
Nelly Cootalot: Spoonbeaks Ahoy! HD proves that charm does not age, but some of the gameplay mechanics in this point-and-click adventure are a little long in the tooth.
Dougie at Hey Poor Player writes: "It’s hard to sum up Nelly Cootalot: Spoonbeaks Ahoy! I certainly remember playing it over ten years ago and considered replaying the old version prior to the HD remake. I decided against it, for better or worse, but could still declare that the remake of the game adds more to love."
