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Parapraxis Foundations is a stylish 2D platformer that focuses on speed runs and precision platforming.

You control a human subject brought in for testing by the mysterious MEC race and infected with a power-granting parasite. The devs plan to make Parapraxis Foundations into a trillogy, and plan to use community led development so players can directly influence the development on the game and even submit their own content.

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Painters Guild (as seen in Indie Statik) is a management game where you take control of a small guild, commissioning paintings and teaching your student (a young Leonardo Da Vinci), so he can become the great artist we know him as.

It’s a fun, quirky game that’s reminiscent of some of the Kairosoft sim games (Game Dev Story, Hot Springs Story, etc). The pixel art style fits really well with the game too, especially the miniature pixelated versions of some great works of art, like the Last Supper in the pic above.

Painters Guild is still in Alpha, so some features are still missing, but it’s still great fun to play. Features that are planned to be added sound interesting too, and should add a nice bit of depth to the proceedings. These include the ability to hire new artists (procedurally generated and famous ones from history), different art styles, crafting, guild customisation and (gay or straight) relationships and romances.

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Donkey-Me is a cool little retro game that sees the Original Donkey Kong game re-skinned with wonderful pixel art style representations of classic movies. These movies include Star Wars, Alien, Gremlins, Indiana Jones, The Exorcist, Rambo (first Blood), and several others, all brought to life in glorious 8-bit form.

The soundtrack is also excellent, with 8-bit chip-tune versions of all the movie scores, all instantly recognisable and sounding great.

The mixture of retro gameplay, graphics, music and classic movies all add to the nostalgic charm of the game, making it a must have for all retro game fans. Did we mention it also has a Flash Gordon Skin? Get it now! :D

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From Hells Heart is cool new first-person steampunk sea hunting game that sees you scouring the ocean to hunt down a legendary sea monster. Using your tools and weapons, you’ll track and slay whales to collect oil to fund your ship’s dangerous endeavour. You’ll also collect lost journal pages of your past, and finally, clash against the legendary sea monster.

It’s a very atmospheric game, that really makes you feel like you’re alone at sea as you battle against the elements and creatures of the deep.

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Sevencore is a free to play MMORPG with a focus on mounted combat, with players able to ride all manner of mechanical or Bestial mounts, from dragons to futuristic motorbikes.

Players choose from 4 different races and 4 different classes, each with their own racial abilities and skill sets, then foray into the world of Inadar looking for trouble and a cool mount to ride. The mounts are fun to experiment with, and their unique combat abilities add another layer of strategy to the proceedings.

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As a small bonus, we’ll give a Magicka Wizard Wars, Steam Beta Key to whoever comes up with the best name for that incredibly fugly beast in the bottom picture! :)

Strike Vector is an intense, multiplayer third/first person air combat game with a distinct old school feel, reminiscent to games such as Crimson Skies, Quake 3 and Unreal Tournament, Strike Vector will let you test your reflexes and skills against your friends.

You’ll take part in fast paced aerial dogfights in futuristic aircraft fully loaded with big beefy weapons. It’s is a bit like playing Unreal Tournament in WipEout ships, hi-octane fast paced carnage.

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Counter Spell is an interesting combination of RPG and modern tactical shooter mechanics, set in a Minecraft-style world.

You’ll choose your character class, with unique spells, abilities and perks. Then play through the game in single player, online co-op or competitive multiplayer.

It’s still early in development, but it’s a fun game to play, has a unique blend of gameplay mechanics and there’s also an integrated level editor that allows for loads of user based content.

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I sense something, a presence I’ve not felt since….X-Wing. Were you worries Disney was going to squander the Star Wars Licence? Well maybe this will ease your mind!

Star Wars: Attack Squadrons is a free-to-play online space combat game where players customize iconic Star Wars ships and engage in high-velocity 16 player dogfights in fabled Star Wars locations.

It’s basically a new X-Wing game, with updated graphics and epic online multiplayer battles.

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GearCity puts you in charge of your own auto-mobile company, allowing you to control every facet of your company, from design to dealerships.

You’ll be able to design chassis, engines, transmissions, and bodies. Then build factories and set production lines, set up branches to distribute vehicles to dealerships. You’ll also handle marketing and racing budgets and hire lobbyists to get juicy government contracts. While making sure your products are targeted at the correct demographics and are the right price.

It’s a deep and comprehensive sim, that really can make you feel like you’re the next Henry Ford.

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Molecats is a beautifully crafted puzzle adventure game with lots of character. You are tasked with leading your wonderfully animated Molecats through the game levels by rotating tiles, collecting mushrooms and discovering secrets on the way.
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UPDATE: Molecats is now in OPEN BETA, Download the Beta now for free

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