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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1h

BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.

Learn more in our full review:
somanygames.co.uk/re...

The picture shows a person spitting a ball at an enemy. They are surrounded by other enemies and flash effects.

The following quote is also included:

“I found the amount of input required in Ball x Pit to be just right in terms of the meditative state it induced, without making me functionally dead to the rest of the world”

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 3h

One of the best games you’ll ever play, 1000xRESIST is finally hitting PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Game Pass on November 4th!

A woman with blonde hair, wears a helmet with the number 50 on. The text reads “Watcher, we’ve been lied too”

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1d

We are very excited to announce that we are part of the jury panel for this years Grand Game Awards! 🙌

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 11h

@dangen-ent.bsky.social hi guys! We are super interested in covering Bittersweet Birthday for a written review. I was struggling to find contact information to put in a request, so I was hoping you could point me in the right direction please.

Many thanks ☺️

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1000xRESIST | Available Now @sunsetvisitor.studio · 21h

We're so excited for tomorrow — it's something many of you have been asking for!

Hekki allmo, straight to you. Watch this space as Watcher would. 👀

Black background, white text that says "Dawn of the Final Day" -24 Hours Remain-

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1d

We are very excited to announce that we are part of the jury panel for this years Grand Game Awards! 🙌

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1d

Bye Sweet Carole is a narrative-horror adventure game completely hand-drawn in the style of classic animated films. Follow the trail of missing Carole Simmons and uncover the dark secrets hidden behind her disappearance.

Learn more in our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/bye-s...

The main picture shows a woman’s and a rabbits head coming through a flower bush. It is in an animated film style art.

The following quote from our review is included:

"Bye Sweet Carole is an achievement in both art and gaming, succinctly telling a story that doesn't leave the player wanting in terms of gameplay."

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1d

Bye Sweet Carole is a narrative-horror adventure game completely hand-drawn in the style of classic animated films. Follow the trail of missing Carole Simmons and uncover the dark secrets hidden behind her disappearance.

Learn more in our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/bye-s...

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SUGOI 🔜 Awesome Console Showcase @sugoigames.bsky.social · 1d

We've been working on something we can finally share.

The first showcase for awesome indie games coming to awesome consoles.

If you love finding hidden gems and support indies, this for you.

Awesome Console Showcase
💥 October 28th / 11 AM PT

#indiedev #indigegames #consolegames

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 1d

Thanks guys, you’re the best!

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Fellow Traveller @fellowtraveller.games · 1d

"People looking for a turn-based RPG with flair will no doubt find something to love about the game." – @shokmunky.bsky.social, @somanygames.co.uk

Thanks for reviewing Wander Stars, Steven ❤️

Pick up the game now on Steam and consoles!
💥 bit.ly/WanderStars

Wander Stars | So Many Games

Unleash custom attacks by combining words and earn Pep Ups from honourable victories in this Super! Anime! Turn-Based! RPG!

somanygames.co.uk

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 2d

Craft every card yourself with adorable stickers and wow your rivals in tug-of-war card battles and become the coolest kid of the playground in this playful roguelike deckbuilder.

Learn more on My Card is Better Than Your Card! In our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/my-ca...

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 2d

The Grand Game Awards recently announced that their show will stream on December 19th 2025.

Dedicated to recognizing creativity, innovation, and excellence, the event brings together developers, publishers, and players from around the world.

Check their website to learn more:

grandgameawards.com

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 2d

Happy birthday 🥳

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🎮 THE LAST WORLDS - LIVE NOW ON KICKSTARTER @lupiostudios.bsky.social · 14d

📢Kickstarter is NOW LIVE! 🙌The Wait is over!
🚀The Last Worlds has just launched on Kickstarter! ✨Don't miss the start of this NEW adventure!
❤️Like 🔄Repost & SPREAD THE WORD — together we can make history❤️‍🔥
www.kickstarter.com/projects/lup...

Coming soon: The Last Worlds Crossed Souls - Open World 3D Action RPG

A game inspired by classic fantasy RPGs. Explore the vast planet Ness-444. Discover your past with your loyal companion, Lupio.

www.kickstarter.com

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 2d

You're looking for a new apartment in Amsterdam. Your once-confident search is morphing into panic. Nothing is available. Anything will do. ANYTHING.

Learn more on Don’t get your Hopes Up in our full review of this free game:

somanygames.co.uk/review/dont-...

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 3d

Cloverpit is a rogue-lite that traps players in a hell of their own creation. Locked in a rusty cell with a slot machine and an ATM, you must pay off your debt at the end of each round, or fall to ruin.

Learn more in our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/clove...

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Steven ter Heide @steventerheide.bsky.social · 5d

I’m excited to see people play what we made.

Making it was fun, hopefully it translates into fun for players

WildSheepStudio @wildsheepstudio.bsky.social · 6d

Boris the baby boar is staying up all night with excitement!

The demo for Adorable Adventures releases tomorrow:
Boris learns to recognize smells,
finds hidden secrets,
prepares a new home for the family,
and gets into mischief.

Demo here: steampowered.com/app/4006020/

#indiegame #cozygame

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 6d

Meet quirky characters, venture through the depths of South America, and learn the importance of the things we pass along in this unforgettable emotional narrative adventure.

Learn more on SOPA - Tale of the Stolen Potato in our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/sopa-...

A child sits awkwardly on a chair and is resting his head on his hand. He is in the kitchen.

The following quote from our review is on the bottom left of the picture:

"Over the course of the game, a wonderful cast of quirky characters had assembled, and Miho rose to the top of that group."

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 6d

Meet quirky characters, venture through the depths of South America, and learn the importance of the things we pass along in this unforgettable emotional narrative adventure.

Learn more on SOPA - Tale of the Stolen Potato in our full review:

somanygames.co.uk/review/sopa-...

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 8d

Did you know that we have a Discord server and are trying to build a little community around So Many Games.

We would love for you to be a part of it - so if you’d like to chat video games and other subjects with like-minded people then come on in!

discord.gg/Zee2vYQsUs

Join the So Many Games Discord Server!

Check out the So Many Games community on Discord – hang out with 35 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 8d

Thanks to the publishers of Platypus Reclayed, who sent us over a press pack, we had the chance to make one of the ships from the game.

We think Stuart did a pretty great job!

Catch our review of Platypus Reclayed here:

somanygames.co.uk/review/platy...

@claymatic.games

A replicated orange spaceship with a blue hatch from the game, which is made from clay, is being held up with hand.

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 9d

How the tables have turned as now I’ll be looking for your help as I attempt Act 3!

So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 9d

Erik, one of our writers, is running the Chicago Marathon on October 12th and he is raising money for a great cause.

If you have some spare cash and would like to contribute, you can do so here:

www.teamworldvision.org/participant/...

Let’s all cheer Erik on as he attempts this amazing feat!

Team World Vision

Begin a journey of personal and global transformation by signing up for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon today! You and the world will be forever changed when you start moving to provide life...

www.teamworldvision.org

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So Many Games @somanygames.co.uk · 10d

Glad to hear it’s been fun so far. I (Jason) have never played a FF game, I hear they are pretty good! 🤣

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