Hey Tavernkeepers,
With the Games Forged in Germany Steam event running right now, we would love to highlight some awesome projects from several German game dev studios!
We are starting with Toukana Interactive. The devs behind the indie hit Dorfromantik (which is currently 40% off 👀) have a very special place in our hearts. Their new game, Star Birds, is a relaxing asteroid base-building and resource management game developed with the team of kurzgesagt - in a nutshell. It combines the iconic kurzgesagt art style (and birds!) with deep gameplay systems. They have a demo up that lets you discover and mine countless asteroids, create production networks, and guide your flock of spacefaring birds to new interstellar horizons! Time to check out the demo and wishlist this beauty!
Another remarkable game is The Regreening by our friends, Positive Impact Games. The freshly founded team of German industry veterans lets you turn a desert into a flourishing green landscape in this cozy simulation game about healing the world. Restore animal habitats, befriend nature spirits, and regrow the wasteland. The art style is simply stunning, and the game gives you a truly wholesome experience in these challenging times. Wishlist this gem now!
Munich-based Jumpy Bit is making a game about making games while navigating the challenges of life. The Games You Make not only features exceptionally stunning art but also innovative, immersive simulation gameplay full of consequences to your decisions. Implement features that will probably break your game, hunt down bugs, and chase that mysterious thing called fun. Also, your mom may occasionally text you. Sounds like something to put on your wishlist?
Cloudscrapers by two-person studio Nementic Games is a relaxing, minimalist strategy game that lets you build the highest tower, continuously adapting to the challenges and opportunities provided. Manage resources and upgrade your building tools to discover mysterious spheres way beyond the clouds. Even the occasional lightning strike can't hold you back! If cozy building sims are your jam, you will probably appreciate this one. Time to put it on your wishlist and sign up for upcoming pre-release playtests.
If farming on a boat that's a swimming animal sounds like something you'd like to explore, you can do so right now! Voodoo Duck has recently dropped a demo for Collector's Cove that lets you set sail on your customized friendly sea familiar (they have hats for it and you can cuddle it, too!). They frequently run playtests for their game to improve the experience and involve the community. So check out their Discord server for a shot at participating in the next. Until then, you can enjoy the demo and wishlist this cozy beauty. Hop on board!
That's all for now. Have fun with these awesome Games Forged in Germany, and see you around!
Your Gentle Trolls