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ISSUE #3 Cover - Ana Critchfield Hello and welcome to Indiepocalypse! In its simplest terms, Indiepocalypse is just a bundle of games (common thing) packaged with a zine (also common thing) about the aforementioned games and comics, reviews and more! Each month will feature games by 10 different developers.  Each issue I hope to bring together games that explore the breadth of what our art form ha…

"The Big Journey" is a delightful physics-based game featuring Mr. Whiskers, a rotund cat who rolls and rolls to uncover the mysteries of his missing beloved dumpling chef. Navigate through a series of whimsical levels with tactile, engaging gameplay, dodging obstacles, and meeting charming characters along the way. With its charming visuals, catchy music, and simple yet challenging gameplay, "The Big Journey" is a delightful adventure for all ages.

Orpheus’s Dream is an 3D isometric-inspired puzzle game with storytelling elements. Explore an amnesiac’s family house and recover lost memories of him and his cat.

"Beeswing" is a single-player adventure game set in a hand-painted, watercolor representation of a rural Scottish village. The game features a unique acoustic soundtrack and focuses on quiet, emotional storytelling with no puzzles or fighting. Explore the village, meet its inhabitants, and uncover the stories that shaped a life in this slow-paced, under 3-hour experience.

"100 Hidden Cats" is a wholesome hide-and-seek puzzle game featuring vibrant, hand-drawn graphics. Players explore various levels to find and collect adorable cats, each with its own unique personality and charm. The game encourages mindfulness and relaxation as players interact with the feline friends, making it suitable for all ages.

"Toem is a charming single-player kids' platformer game with an interesting plot, unique atmosphere, and wholesome story. Explore a hand-drawn world, take photos to solve puzzles, help quirky characters and enjoy the phenomenal music. Join the community through the game's Discord and follow its development on Twitter."

"Teacup" is a single-player kids' action game with an intriguing story and stunning visuals. As shy frog Teacup, you'll explore the woods to gather ingredients for a tea party, meeting various animals and helping them in exchange for assistance. The game features beautiful music and is highly emotional, offering a wholesome and charming narrative adventure.

"Moonlight" is a single-player comedy platformer game with an intriguing story and great gameplay. Join Kinubo on his quest to the moon as you navigate through a new village and earn the acceptance of its tight-knit residents. With pretty visuals, a dense atmosphere, and a phenomenal soundtrack by Julio Kladniew, "Moonlight" offers a lighthearted story and a little bit of hat swapping in a peaceful and atmospheric environment.

"Swollen To Bursting Until I Am Disappearing On Purpose" is a strange and humorous RPG set in the town of "Vomit." The game features oracular gameplay, allowing you to explore and interact with various characters and locations. A flying saucer has crash-landed in town, and it's up to you to discover its secrets. The game features cutting-edge 3D graphics and an original soundtrack.

"Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful platformer with a vibrant world, quirky characters, and clever puzzles, offering a 4-5 hour single-player campaign and local multiplayer fun. Its masterful story, outstanding mechanics, and hilarious atmosphere create a highly emotional and fabulous experience, making it a delightful dystopian adventure for all."