10-year creator & Owncast advocate exploring indie games + alt platforms. Building authentic communities where real creators thrive beyond the mainstream
First 2 Hours
Black Desert Online dazzles with stunning visuals but stumbles under its own complexity. With confusing systems, aggressive monetization, and a cluttered UI, this MMORPG feels more like homework than entertainment. Despite beautiful graphics and music, it earns 2/5 waffles. 🧇 #GameReview
Platforms and Services
PeerTube v7 brings a complete interface overhaul, featuring new eye-friendly themes, streamlined navigation, and improved accessibility. This major update transforms the open-source video platform into a more professional and user-friendly experience for creators and institutions alike.
General Gaming
When "independent" meets corporate backing, something doesn't add up. The latest gaming site claims independence while powered by Walmart - but can you really be free when wearing corporate chains? Let's talk about what true independence in gaming journalism means today.
Indie Gaming
Black Book blends deck-building strategy with rich Slavic mythology, putting you in control of Vasilisa, a young sorceress wielding forbidden magic. With atmospheric storytelling, meaningful choices, and deep card mechanics, it's a dark journey into folklore that's hard to put down.
Platforms and Services
PeerTube's new mobile app is revolutionizing how we watch videos online. Unlike YouTube's attention-grabbing tactics, this open-source app respects your time and privacy while delivering quality content. No endless scrolling, no data harvesting – just intentional video watching done right.
General Gaming
The gaming industry's shift towards aggressive monetization is changing how we play. From $20 weapon skins to endless battle passes, we explore how microtransactions became macrotransactions and what it means for the future of gaming. Is the pursuit of profit killing the fun?
First 2 Hours
Discover "Before We Leave," where peaceful city-building meets interplanetary exploration. Guide your civilization from underground shelters to the stars in this charming strategy game that perfectly blends planning, creativity, and relaxation.
Tools and Technologies
Content creators face significant risks when using copyrighted music. From demonetization to channel termination, the stakes are high. Learn how to protect your content with DMCA-free music options and understand the evolving landscape of music licensing.
Indie Gaming
A CIA cryptanalyst's remote hideaway becomes a gateway to terror when past and present collide. The Beast Inside weaves Cold War tension with Victorian horror, creating a psychological thriller where every creak, shadow, and whisper could be your last.
Community Platforms
Exploring the World of Owncast Customization I've recently invited people to share their links to websites or Owncast sites where they've done something beyond the default look. My wording might not have been perfect, so I didn't receive as many submissions as I hoped,
Indie Gaming
TL;DR "Battle Chasers: Nightwar" delivers a visually stunning RPG experience, blending comic book aesthetics with classic turn-based combat. Dive into a tantalizing world where strategy meets narrative without the overwhelm of complex controls. Engage in tactical battles and explore mysterious lands in a journey packed with style.
Indie Gaming
TL;DR "AER: Memories of Old" is a visually enchanting adventure game where you transform into a bird, exploring a world of vibrant floating islands. With intuitive puzzles, a charming art style, and a soothing soundtrack, the game offers a liberating experience of flight and discovery. Despite some
