Discover indie gaming's hidden treasures! From pixel art platformers to innovative puzzlers, these overlooked gems deserve recognition. Share your favorite indie discovery—what made it special? How did you find it? Help us build the ultimate treasure map!
Cultist Simulator throws you into cosmic horror card management without tutorials, creating initial confusion that either drives players away or pulls them into its fascinating occult embrace. 7/10 - rewarding for patient puzzle-lovers.
We've all got that one game gathering digital dust—bought with the best intentions, haunting our backlog for years. Mine? The Witcher 3, silently judging me since 2017. Sometimes the weight of expectations is heavier than any RPG inventory.
Algorithms promised reach but delivered dependency. While most creators chase viral moments, smart ones are building something more valuable: direct relationships. Email lists and RSS feeds aren't 'old school'—they're freedom.
While trending content grabs attention, evergreen content builds wealth. Master the 80/20 rule: 80% timeless value + 20% trend surfing. Your "boring" how-to guide will still drive traffic years later, while yesterday's viral post fades into obscurity.
Strict schedules vs. creating when inspiration strikes—which builds better audiences? The answer isn't what you think. Most successful creators use a hybrid approach that honors both consistency and creativity. Discover how to find your perfect balance.
Cryofall tested every ounce of patience I had - a survival crafting game that's molasses-slow with obtuse tutorials and mysteriously hidden seeds. Great potential buried under frustrating pacing. 6/10 waffles for patient players only.
The audio revolution is here: $50 microphones now outperform studio gear that cost 20x more just a decade ago. Professional sound is no longer a luxury—it's table stakes. The barrier to broadcast-quality audio has been obliterated. Can you afford NOT to upgrade?
In a world of AI-generated everything, authenticity becomes the ultimate differentiator. This week we explore platform consolidation, the human cost of artificial content, and building genuine creator communities that prioritize real connections over algorithmic reach.
Game tutorials have evolved from thick instruction manuals to invisible masterpieces. The best don't feel like tutorials at all—they create situations where players naturally discover abilities through play, building confidence and mastery without interruption.
For every Zelda symphony that sells out concert halls, dozens of equally magnificent game soundtracks remain hidden gems. These unsung masterpieces didn't fail due to lack of quality—they simply belonged to games that never achieved mainstream success.
Steam sales flood our wishlists with discounted indie games, but this creates a vicious cycle. When we always wait for 75% off, we're telling developers their months of work is worth just a few dollars. Here's how to find fair value and support the games we actually want to see made.
Resources
Consumers juggle 12-15 subscriptions spending $200+ monthly. How do creators build sustainable income without adding to subscription fatigue? The answer isn't lowering prices—it's designing value that feels essential, not expendable, in your audience's crowded subscription portfolio.
General Gaming
After years of online-only gaming, couch co-op is back! From indie gems to AAA hits, developers are rediscovering the magic of shared-screen play. Why? Because nothing beats the authentic connection of gaming together in the same room.
Platforms and Services
As gaming publications face shutdowns and acquisitions, content creators must adapt. Build your personal brand, embrace multiple platforms, develop direct audience support, and explore adjacent opportunities to create resilient, diversified income streams independent of traditional media.
First 2 Hours
Dive into the unknown with our FIRST 2 HOURS feature, where we explore the critical opening moments of today's most atmospheric sci-fi adventures. Will these games captivate from the start, or leave you lost in the void? Your journey begins here.
Tools and Technologies
The creator's dilemma: we need analytics to serve our audience better, but collecting too much data betrays the very people we aim to help. Where do you draw the line between helpful insights and digital surveillance?
Newsletter
Hey there, beautiful people! After fighting off what I'm pretty sure was the norovirus from hell (that swept through my entire household!), I'm back and ready to dive into all things Fediverse with you. This newsletter is packed with practical tips for escaping the YouTube algorithm
Site News
We're consolidating servers to reduce costs, affecting our Peertube and 2TonWaffle forums. The forums will shut down due to low activity, while Peertube will relaunch under a new URL with curated content. The Owncast instance will also move, providing a fresh start. Changes will occur gradually.
Platforms
PeerTube's mobile app reaches version 1, now offering account login functionality, comment capabilities, subscription management, and playlist creation. This major update transforms the app from its limited initial release into a comprehensive mobile experience for PeerTube users.
Platforms
Moonbeam launches new public realms for creators across diverse niches! From Music and Arts to Gaming and IRL streaming, these community spaces welcome all content creators. Stream your passion and get featured on Moonbeam's front page. Explore at moonbeam.stream.
Podcast
AI can convert your newsletter to a podcast instantly, but listeners crave human connection, not efficiency. Real voices create authentic moments that algorithms can't replicate. The future of podcasting balances technology with the irreplaceable power of genuine conversation.
Podcast
Open source was meant to be for everyone, but the gatekeepers missed the memo. When newcomers face mockery for asking "simple" questions, we're not protecting Linux—we're killing it. Your technical knowledge isn't diminished when more people join the revolution.
Newsletter
This week: Moonbeam streaming updates, Owncast setup guide, plus critical platform shifts as Microsoft sunsets Skype and Vimeo targets Netflix's territory. Discover why building on "rented digital land" might be your biggest creator mistake.
