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Until Then
Polychroma Games, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows, linux
In a world still recovering from catastrophe, Mark Borja and his friends navigate the joys and woes of another year of high school. Wake up in a… In a world still recovering from catastrophe, Mark Borja and his friends navigate the joys and woes of another year of high school. Wake up in a typical teenage bedroom, practice piano, race to meet homework deadlines, and build (and burn) relationships, as you reminisce about the daily insecurities of high school life. That is, until a fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark's life. People disappear and memories prove unreliable. Uncover a hidden truth with Mark and his friends in this narrative adventure and race to unravel the mystery before it's too late. Play Out Your Own Adventure Meet a diverse and achingly familiar cast of characters to converse with in person, over text, and through email. Get to know them, build relationships, flunk group projects, and watch how their individual personal stories unfold alongside yours. Investigate the Setting through Everyday Technology Explore the depths of social media where your likes and comments may pose consequences. Scroll through social posts, emails, webpages, and more on your in-game smartphone, where you might discover hints and clues about the people and world around you. Chat with your friends, classmates, and even strangers. Explore Themes of Love, Loss, and Friendship Tackle philosophical issues as the main character. Make mistakes and difficult choices. Will Mark stand up for his friends and be there when they need him or will he let them down? Can he heal his wounds by letting go of the past? Decide for yourself how Mark grows and strives to do better throughout the story. Play Addictively Mundane Minigames Insert a flash drive—oh wait, wrong way—nope, it was right the first time. Fight your friend for more fishballs at the food stand outside. Get in the groove to pay for the jeepney. Lose yourself in little games you find yourself playing in everyday life. Immerse Yourself in a Cinematic Visual Experience Witness an intriguing narrative uniquely presented in eye-catching hand-drawn pixel art and immerse yourself in the warm colors and music of a world trying to move on from tragedy. Characters, landscapes, and props blend in 3D. Shadows, reflections, and lighting set the tone in a lovingly crafted experience. Experience a World Inspired by Philippine Locations and Culture Traverse Philippine-inspired landscapes in search for the truth. From the heart of the bustling capital to long bus rides past grass fields and coast towns, explore the world of Until Then set in a fictional version of the Philippines. Interior spaces are shaped by the mannerisms of the locals, setting the scene for a recent past.
Afterimage
Aurogon Shanghai, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows
A gorgeous hand-drawn 2D action-adventure (Metroidvania) set in the ruins of the fantasy world of Engardin. You play as Renee, a young amnesiac girl,… A gorgeous hand-drawn 2D action-adventure (Metroidvania) set in the ruins of the fantasy world of Engardin. You play as Renee, a young amnesiac girl, who is the lone survivor of an attack on her village.
Bramble: The Mountain King
Dimfrost Studio, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows
A grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Take on the role of Olle, a brave young boy who sets off to rescue his sister,… A grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Take on the role of Olle, a brave young boy who sets off to rescue his sister, kidnapped by a dreaded troll. Explore the beautiful, yet twisted land of Bramble and survive deadly encounters with its many hideous creatures.
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons
Secret Base, Maximum Entertainment, Joystick
steam, windows
84% Positive on Steam 2-Player Online or Local Co-op
Morbid: Lords of the Ire
Still Running, Max Ent Games Ltd
steam, windows
Even in defeat, the Gahars never truly die. They retreat into darkness and bide their time until the opportunity to arise again is upon them...… Even in defeat, the Gahars never truly die. They retreat into darkness and bide their time until the opportunity to arise again is upon them... Morbid: The Lords of Ire is a continuation and reinvention of the critically acclaimed isometric Souls-like ARPG “Morbid: The Seven Acolytes” with the heroic Striver returning once more to do battle with horrific creatures in a dark and twisted world of pain and suffering. Take on gruesome foes in an all-new 3D perspective. Slaughter hideous creatures using a range of vicious weapons, equipment and blessings to eviscerate everything in your path. Building on the sanity system from Morbid: The Seven Acolytes, how you approach combat can have a dramatic impact on the world around you. Succumbing to insanity can grant incredible power, but at great personal risk, and will dynamically change how you perceive the world around you. Battle your way through the five lands of Ire - horrific realms populated by five unique factions, from wintry mountains to rotten cities and beyond. Fulfill your sacred duty to rid the lands of the evil that has befallen them. Cut down everything standing in your way to take on the five fearsome Lords of Ire, up the challenge by seeking out uniquely monstrous dark & powerful creatures, lurking in each level. Explore diverse environments across five unique lands filled with nightmarish visions and stomach-churning creatures. Experiment with different playstyles using a variety of weapon styles, runes & blessings Fight to preserve your sanity, or succumb to the madness and harness it… Test your skills against horrific enemies, dark monstrosities and epic boss battles with the mighty Lords of Ire. Fully realise the horrors of Morbid as the series steps into a new 3D perspective.
Squirrel with a Gun
Dee Dee Creations LLC, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows
Squirrel, meet gun. As the neighborhood’s most obnoxious rodent, develop a knack (and a love?) for crime and mayhem in pursuit of golden acorns in… Squirrel, meet gun. As the neighborhood’s most obnoxious rodent, develop a knack (and a love?) for crime and mayhem in pursuit of golden acorns in this nutty sandbox shooter and puzzle platformer. Fight tooth, claw, and gun to escape a secret underground facility and defeat the Agents. Fight tooth, claw, and gun Discover what an erratic squirrel is capable of with a gun in its paws (or just its paws) and how far how far this fuzzy fiend will go to collect its acorns. Escape a secret underground facility and defeat the Agents. Upgrade your weapons and locate the other secret bunkers to take down elite bosses, even blow up a tank. Swap out weapons to try your paw at all 12 types of enemy takedowns. Solve Intricate Puzzle Rooms to Collect Golden Acorns Navigate unique puzzle challenges to collect all the golden acorns by getting creative with how you use your arsenal of weapons, using weapon recoil to give yourself a boost. Collect enough golden acorns to unlock hidden sections of the game. Have Some Nutty Sandbox Fun Explore the world from a squirrel’s eye view or cruise around in your toy car. Harass the neighborhood or ask for nice pets from curious passersby. Help them out in exchange for goodies (or simply mug them), and unlock cosmetics to create your squirrely style.
Cris Tales
Dreams Uncorporated, SYCK, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows
Experience Past, Present, and Future simultaneously in this gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs. Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter… Experience Past, Present, and Future simultaneously in this gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs. Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. Peer into the past, act in the present, and watch as your choices dynamically change the future -- all on one screen as you play! Join the newly awakened Time Mage Crisbell and her fantastical companions on their journey across a dark, fairytale world facing a grim future. Crisbell must embark across Crystallis and the four Kingdoms in a bid to stop the powerful Time Empress and rewrite the future of the world and all those living in it. Along the way, she’ll meet and recruit powerful allies with their own unique stories and skills like Matias the Frog and Willhelm the Child Mage. As she explores the world and meets her unique companions, Crisbell will have to make choices with far-reaching consequences for the people she meets – consequences that will impact the world you’ll experience in real-time throughout your journey. Each companion will be invaluable as you face these choices and the myriad enemies who stand in your way. Will you buffet them with attacks, or discover creative ways to use Crisbell’s time powers to alter the reality of each fight? Beautifully hand-drawn 2D art is animated frame by frame to bring the branching pasts and futures of each region, enemy, and NPC to life across more than 20 hours of gameplay. Experience a unique combination of branching stories, innovative combat, and classic RPG excitement in Cris Tales ’ exciting and unforgettable exploration of how our actions echo through time. A Love Letter to Classic JRPGs – Inspired by timeless JRPGs like Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy VI, Valkyrie Profile, and modern classics like Bravely Default and Persona 5, meet and recruit a unique cast of teammates, challenge myriad enemies, and make your way through an expansive world. Experience the Past, Present, and Future Simultaneously – Peer into and learn from the past, decide on actions in the present, and alter the course of the future in ways that will reshape the world dynamically depending on the choices you make. Master Strategic Turn-Based Combat – Warp your enemies into the past or future, synchronize attacks for enhanced group abilities, and master the timing of attack and defense to go beyond your party’s limits in combat. Uncover a Fascinating Story & Characters – The Empress’ plot to destroy the world is complex and layered. Use your wits and recruit powerful allies throughout the world to uncover and undo her multi-faceted web and make your way to the True Ending of this enchanting tale. Discover a Beautiful World – Climb aboard an airship or boat and traverse this handcrafted, dark fairytale world. From the shining kingdom of Crystallis to the slums of Saint Clarity, discover each unique location and shape its future.
How 2 Escape
Breakfirst Games, Maximum Entertainment
steam, windows
How 2 Escape is an escape-simulation game where two players will need to cooperate on asymmetrical gameplay and devices. 2 players, 2 ways to play.… How 2 Escape is an escape-simulation game where two players will need to cooperate on asymmetrical gameplay and devices. 2 players, 2 ways to play. First player on PC embodies the character trapped in the train, exploring and playing with the environment. Second player will use the dedicated free companion app* to get various information and try to understand how to help the first player and be able to escape from this unfortunate travel… *Read more on our website or get the free How 2 Escape Companion App on iOs and Android. Each wagon is timed in different ways that you’ll discover. Running out of time means defeat. The longer you wait, the more difficult it is to see clearly... Both players will need to interact with each other and focus on their sense. Puzzles will require logic, coordination, observation and listening but most of all: communication! No time to chitchat. Get out of the trapped train. Every second is counted. Emy wakes up, trapped in a speeding train filled with traps and enigmatic puzzles. Her only way out? Reach the brake lever of the locomotive to stop the train. Her brother, Johann, on the other end of the phone, is the sole possessor of information that will aid Emy in navigating through the various carriages and escaping from this train. Will you be able to save Emy in time?