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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Somehow #Endacopia just keeps ramping up the weirdness. And I'm loving every minute of it. youtu.be/rCig_cpo-H4

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More Like EndaNOPEia (Endacopia - Part 3)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

I FINALLY got to try out #Endacopia and it lives up to the hype! Charming characters, visuals, humour and music - all while being incredibly unsettling and creepy. If you haven't given this #indiegame masterpiece a look, you are missing out! Part 1 of my playthrough is live: youtu.be/VL1PSz14e18

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An Unsettling Masterpiece (Endacopia - Part 1)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Late to the party, but I'm finally getting to try #BerryBuryBerry - an unsettling incremental game with a fascinating setting, plenty of ways to progress, and an insanely addicting gameplay loop. Time to see what all the hype is about! youtu.be/lrUSGHs8UIA

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A Surreal Compulsion To Put Fruit In a Hole (Berry Bury Berry - Part 1)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

The fantastic animal evolution roguelike #EverythingIsCrab is here, and I finally got to play! I loved the playtest a few months back, so I had to grab this. If you are an #indiegame fan who loves roguelikes and survivor-likes, this one might be for you. youtu.be/OERCGuTiIKM

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The #1 Animal Evolution Rogeulike is HERE! (Everything Is Crab)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

The #indiegame devs behind #RackAndSlay are back! I checked out the playtest of their upcoming roguelike / deckbuilder / autobattler #TopdeckAutomat - a unique blend of genres that does things a little bit differently. Give it a look! youtu.be/1449BIdBDW4

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This Unique New Deckbuilder Does Things A Little Differently! (Topdeck Automat Playtest)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

I tried out the demo for #Astromine - an #indiegame featuring a voxel-based solar system, complete with fully destructible planets. Mine, craft, build and survive from the maze of tunnels below the surface, to the vastness of space above. Definitely one to check out! youtu.be/MX-TcLEf9zk

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Mine and Craft in a Voxel-Based Solar System! (Astromine demo)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

I tried out the demo for #Wireworks - an innovative take on the Tower Defence genre where you plan and wire up your defences like a modular synth. Very original and very fun! This #SteamNextFest gem might be the freshest #indiegame TD I've played in recent memory. Check it out! youtu.be/yY2M7fVG0mY

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This Unique Tower Defence Has Some AMAZING Ideas (Wireworks demo)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

The demo for #ProJankFooty is here and it's a blast! Could this #indiegame be the best Aussie Rules Footy game to ever exist? There's a very real chance that could be true. This is a great arcade sports game and an excellent representation of Australian culture. Carn the prawns youtu.be/XKEinUd1NhU

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This Indie Football Game Is Insane (Pro Jank Footy demo)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

I checked out the demo for #AntivirusSurvivors - an upcoming survivor-like #indiegame with an amazingly authentic retro-PC aesthetic. There's lots of cool content in the demo already, I can't wait to see where this one goes! youtu.be/o0-S9OAMOrs

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A Nostalgic Take On The Survivors-Like Genre! (Antivirus Survivors 2003 Professional)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Wake up sweety, new #indiegame just dropped. #GemMinerTD is unique Tower Defence game that gives you the freedom to craft your own maze, and merge the gems you dig up into some crazy powerful synergies. Challening and deep, there is a lot to do in this one - give it a look! youtu.be/UTL2og3L9pw

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Mine Your Own Maze In This Unique New Tower Defence! (Gem Miner TD)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

I checked out the playtest for #EverythingIsCrab, a charming little #indiegame where your focus is to hunt and scavenge for food in order to evolve and grow stronger. Nice gameplay, plenty of variety and very cute sprite work - definitely one to watch leading up to its release! youtu.be/LHQbp_z6Le4

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Explore Endless Evolutions In This Cute Carcinisation Simulator! (Everything Is Crab)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

I played the new demo for #Factory95 - a creative automation #indiegame with an authentic retro Windows theme. Automate and create a series of presentation slides to meet the clients' demands, and each cash to unlock more tools and pages. Very nostalgic, very fun. One to watch! youtu.be/koarB-KQjlQ

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This Retro Automation Game Is A Trip! (Factory 95)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

I checked out the impressive demo of #Cropdeck - the upcoming #indiegame roguelike deckbuilder with a polished farming theme! Build a cohesive deck with interesting synergies, plan your crops and raise enough coin to pay your taxes before the looming deadline. Highly recommend! youtu.be/9fV4gnNg8gA

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This Excellent Farming Roguelike Is Chill, But Challenging (Cropdeck)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

This is one #indiegame that I missed before the #NextFest ended - thankfully, the full game released shortly after! I chccked out #Slots&Daggers - a satisfying, slots-based Roguelike which relies on good skills and even better luck. One to try for fans of the genre! youtu.be/Ejxpl_RYU6s

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This Super Addictive Roguelike Will Leave Your Head Spinning! (Slots & Daggers)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Here's one I've had my eye on for a while! #DeadWeight is an #indiegame demo featured in the current #NextFest - and what a demo it is! This turn-based tactics game is reminiscent of Into The Breach, with unique exploration and townbuilding mechanics on top. This is one to try! youtu.be/xDA0Aa48pLw

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Is THIS The Next Big Tactical Indie Game? (Steam Next Fest - Dead Weight)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Here's a #NextFest gem! I checked out #Everwind - the super impressive open-world experience, complete with airships and capybaras. There is a lot to like about this one! youtu.be/cQ9TUPMo-lg

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This Open-World Game Blew Me Away... (Steam Next Fest - Everwind)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

It's #NextFest time again! Let's see some of those excellent #indiegame demos! I checked out #Maktala - a promising upcoming incremental clicker game with some satisfying slime-squishing sensations. Check it out! youtu.be/ht-QinUBH1E

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This Upcoming Incremental Clicker Is Super Satisfying (Steam Next Fest - Maktala)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

So, Heroes is back... With Heroes 3 being one of my top games of all time, and knowing how bad the series has been fumbled since then, I'm going in with cautious optimism. So how does it stack up? Let's check out the demo and see how it goes! #homm #heroes youtu.be/GtUQKosV7G8

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Heroes is BACK! But how does it stack up? (Heroes Olden Era)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

October already... Another month, another #HumbleBundle Choice! The last few months have been a rollercoaster of quality, but how does the latest bundle stack up? With some strong headliners and a few #indiegame gems - could this be the best bundle of the year? Let's find out! youtu.be/uJkQdCkYHFM

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SMASH or PASS? Humble Choice - October 2025

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Finally checking out this chill #VR #indiegame from my wishlist! #WorkshopSimulatorVR is a relaxing virtual reality experience in which you disassemble, repair and restore a range of items, raising money for new tools to become more efficient. Some cosy VR fun here! youtu.be/KImcytM5dEY

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Relaxing Restorations in my Virtual Workshop (Workshop Simulator VR)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

These #indiegame devs and their roguelike deckbuilder slot machines... It's like they know me. I checked out the #Runeborn demo in anticipation of its upcoming release. Plenty to like here! Check it out: youtu.be/_yRrgcYGQpk

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Roguelike Deckbuilder Slots... It was made for me! (Runeborn)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

The Choice #HumbleBundle for September is here. We've had a good month in a very up-and-down year so far - so how does this bundle stack up? Can a couple of quality #indiegames save the bundle from some controversial headliners? Let's find out. youtu.be/4aimOojwqok

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SMASH or PASS? Humble Choice - September 2025

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

Just when you thought everything had been done... This #indiegame is an Aussie Rules Football #roguelike. And it's damn fun. Check out my first look here - and carn the Seaford Sleepies! 😂 youtu.be/jamZE01ESyo

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They Made An Aussie Rules Management Roguelike! (Squiggle Football)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Here's something a bit different! This #indiegame demo is called Balls, Dice & Stickers. It's about balls, dice and stickers. A roguelike deckbuilder that starts off pretty tame, but quickly evolves into a chaotic, screen-consuming pachinko filled with synergies and reactions. youtu.be/figfV9fazqA

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This Wacky Roguelike Is Getting Out Of Hand (Balls, Dice & Stickers)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

I checked out another #indiegame that has been doing the rounds! #HeIsComing is an intense roguelike RPG with an excellent retro vibe. Race the clock to power up your hero before one of the big nasties hunts you down! Very tense, very fun, and very worth a look! youtu.be/dPENQ_VPvmA

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This Tense Roguelike RPG Will Have You Looking Over Your Shoulder...

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Don't miss this one! I finally played the exciting #OmeletYouCook - a cooking #roguelike #indiegame that involves gathering ingredients in order to assemble omelettes to satiate your demanding customers. I had a blast - This is a must play for fans of the genre! youtu.be/ULApVe8O90k

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One Of The Greatest Omelette-Based Indies Of All Time (Omelet You Cook)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

A bit late to the party now that #SteamNextFest is over, but I finally got to check out the incredible #indiegame demo for #BallXPit - an upcoming roguelike brick-breaker x town builder. It's unbelievable how satisfying and addictive this game already is... one to watch! youtu.be/JkJR9Hjc6yw

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This Game Has It ALL (Ball x Pit)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Another #indiegame I'm very excited about - the fantastic #Buggos is getting a sequel! I played the demo of Buggos 2 during the #SteamNextFest and it did not disappoint. Definitely one to check out - I'm so keen for bigger, better Buggos. 🐜🐜 youtu.be/5XpljzKw7kk

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Join The Bug Hivemind to Evolve, Expand and Overwhelm (Buggos 2)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

One of my favourite #indiegame demos from the #SteamNextFest I checked out #CloverPit - an upcoming roguelike slot machine game with a creepy twist. Give it a look! youtu.be/_yylLRc3EdY

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Spin Like Your Life Depends On It! (CloverPit)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Another month, another #HumbleBundle! Here's my Smash or Pass review for the June 2025 Choice Bundle, and this one's a bit of a mixed bag. We've got some more obscure #indiegame entries alongside more ambitious projects - plus another remastered classic. Check it out! youtu.be/z0iHciAMWW4

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SMASH or PASS? Humble Choice - June 2025

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Happy #Switch2 day everyone! Join me as I go over my first impressions of the Switch 2 console and its features, plus Mario Kart World and the #Nintendo GameCube Classics! More #Switch content is to come 👾 youtu.be/1qKtR3fbqps

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Happy Switch 2 Day! First Impressions - Mario Kart World - GameCube Nintendo Classics

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

I checked out #9Kings - a new kingdom builder that mashes together #roguelike elements with #deckbuilder and #autobattler gamelpay! Very fun, very addictive and definitely one to check out! #indiegame youtu.be/V-iKgEpjG9U

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My New Favourite Roguelike (9 Kings)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Here's one to watch! #Wordatro is an upcoming roguelike word-builder inspired by #Balatro. Create words using upgraded tiles and a range of powerup modifiers to reach your target scores and move up to the next level. One of the most satisfying games I've played in a while! youtu.be/g1dLC-Qvy6U

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What happens when you mix Balatro and Scrabble? (Wordatro!)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Can't believe it's been a month already. Here's my #HumbleBundle Smash or Pass review for May 2025. This month's Choice bundle has some interesting inclusions, a bit more obscure than the last collection but there still might be a gem or two in it for you. Check it out! youtu.be/yvXhgFKX0qs

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SMASH or PASS? Humble Choice - May 2025

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Part 8 of #Atomfall is up! This world continues to amaze with just how many new discoveries there are at every turn. Has our objective just become more clear? youtu.be/nzbTEuetq4M

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The Recipe for Druid Fluid (Atomfall - Part 8)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Part 7 of #Atomfall is up! For every answer we find there are 3 more questions. The plot thickens! youtu.be/j6Fa0gMLpeg

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Castle Crasher (Atomfall - Part 7)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

More #Atomfall - this one takes us deep into the woods in search of answers. I still have no idea what's going on and I'm loving every minute of it! #letsplay youtu.be/oPL2uYrBVyQ

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The Wicker Man (Atomfall - Part 6)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

I finally got around to checking out #DeliverAtAllCosts - an insane and over-the-top delivery driving game with a unique 50's charm. One to watch, and the full game is out soon. Check it out! #Letsplay youtu.be/wfzwVaFchQI

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This Delivery Driving Game is Over The Top - In a good way! (Deliver At All Costs)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

So the #Oblivion remaster is a thing, and not only is it a thing, it's a thing that's here right now. I jumped on and checked out a few of the classic Oblivion sights to see just how different this remaster is. It's certainly pretty, but is it more than just a coat of paint? youtu.be/4TgW-dijIaA

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First Look at Oblivion Remastered! Does It Warrant The Hype?

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Has a game featured more references to British classics than #Atomfall? In this part five, I lose my mind a little bit as every road leads back to John Cleese in some way or another. Just another thing to love about this game! #letsplay youtu.be/O6urZIdR-ew

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Pining for the Fjords (Atomfall - Part 5)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

I checked out #Icaria - the incredible base builder. Sculp the terrain and script your drones to do your bidding in this deceptively deep automation game. One to watch! #letsplay #indiegame youtu.be/vXc5M83wdFs

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Shape Your World And Your Workers In This Excellent Base Builder (Icaria)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

#Atomfall Part 4 is up! This time, I explore the Skethermoor region in search for a new battery. Along the way I find deadly robots, angry birds, hungry leeches and a bunch of new leads. #letsplay youtu.be/vx1whgukiag

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Bunker Bustin' Battery Burglar (Atomfall - Part 4)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

Part 3 of #Atomfall is here. I meet a new friend, and come up against a new kind of threat. I can't get over how satisfying this game is to play! Hopefully it's just as fun to watch! #letsplay youtu.be/SInBCByo5f8

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Frantic Friends and Feral Foes (Atomfall - Part 3)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Yet another month, yet another #HumbleBundle! The Choice bundle for April 2025 is here, and while it doesn't have the same 'heavy hitter' that some previous months have, I found this to be quite a strong month. Best of all... NO ORIGIN KEYS! Check out my full summary here: youtu.be/RUGSml2dACY

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SMASH or PASS? Humble Choice - April 2025

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Back to the impressive #Atomfall - meeting the locals and uncovering new mysteries. And stomping on like 500 irradiated rats. Loving it so far! #letsplay youtu.be/FxqFr5v_gs8

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Just Close Your Eyes and Think of England (Atomfall - Part 2)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Hello Nubbies and Nubbettes, we are back at #NubbysNumberFactory to check out the new 1.3 content update. I try my hand at a few of the improved challenges, and use the new supervisor unlock system! #indiegame #GOTY youtu.be/DtITf23Csrw

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New Content and New Challenges in v1.3! (Nubby's Number Factory)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 30/03/2025

I checked out #Atomfall... And it surprised me how good it is! Great exploration, fun combat, real 'choices' in how you approach situations, and throw in a few hilarious easter eggs for good measure. #letsplay youtu.be/AKgfKDXiAGw

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A Nuclear Wasteland Like You've Never Seen (Atomfall)

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FaintlySaintly @faintlysaintly.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

I finally get behind the wheel in #MotorTown - the open world driving simulator. Join me as we drive around this living, breathing world, picking up driving jobs and improving my skills to earn a living in this chill #indiegame. 🚕🚌 youtu.be/Nt1UWE1Dais

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Out Of My Way! I'm A Motorist! (Motor Town)

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