Video Game News Time Daily - April 25th 2017

Another day, another new video. Here you go!

Today we talk a bit about Shoot Shoot Mega Pack coming to Steam on April 27th, as well as the new Sonic Forces footage. SSMP: http://www.torontogamedevs.com/blog/shoot-shoot-mega-pack-coming-april-27th Sonic Forces: http://kotaku.com/green-hills-zones-looking-good-in-sonic-forces-1794635768 Remember that TorontoGameDevs.com is fan funded, so check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/torontogamedevs. And remember to like and subscribe!

Check Out 'A Fold Apart' From Lightning Rod Games Footage

Toronto developed Lighting Rod Games took to their FaceBook page to showcase the first little bit of A Fold Apart, or at least some experiments with the gameplay elements.  

A Fold Apart tells the story of a long distance relationship, using a folding paper mechanic to solve puzzles. You can check out the video below:

Make sure to check out their FaceBook page, and follow them on Twitter. They also do a lot of great work at the GameDev Cafe interviewing developers about developing games.

Video Games News Time Daily - April 24th 2017

Trying out something new for our YouTube page - quick news! 3-4 times a week I'll do short 1-2 minute videos on something going on in Toronto, and elsewhere. This week we talk a bit about N++ and Overwatch. Remember to subscribe!

A new show here at TorontoGameDevs.com - News Time Daily (I'm terrible with names). Quick 1-2 minute videos just giving you a glimpse of the news happening in Toronto, and elsewhere. This week: N++ Ultimate Edition: http://www.torontogamedevs.com/blog/n-ultimate-edition-out-now-on-steam-coming-soon-to-ps4 Overwatch Getting 3 New Maps: http://ca.ign.com/articles/2017/04/24/overwatch-three-new-maps-in-the-works Remember that TorontoGameDevs.com is fan funded, so check out our Patreon.

Graceful Explosion Machine And Nintendo Switch Review

We give a (very quick) review of Graceful Explosion Machine as well as our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch roughly 7 weeks in since launch. Remember to subscribe!

We're back playing Graceful Explosion Machine from Vertex Pop. We give a very quick general review, while also talking our thoughts on the Nintendo Switch so far. Website: http://www.torontogamedevs.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/torontogamedevs Patreon: patreon.com/torontogamedevs Store: designbyhumans.com/shop/TorontoGameDevs

Shoot Shoot Mega Pack Coming April 27th

Actual Humans' upcoming multiplayer minimalist shooter SSMP (Shoot Shoot Mega Pack) has been given a release date, and players can expect the game April 27th on Steam.

In Shoot Shoot Mega Pack you and up to three friends can duke it out head-to-head in any of four 2D shooters, each one focusing on its own core mechanic! Push each other into walls that expand with every shot in zoom, thrust and shoot together in sync, avoid a barrage of black holes in void, or carefully try to find your invisible friends before they find you in fade!

For the tinkerers out there, mix and match rules however you want in custom mode! Try 'em once or mark them as your faves and come back to them whenever you want! Finding all these options too overwhelming? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Take a load off and let the party gods choose for you in party mode or take your chances with an endless stream of randomly generated rulesets in chaos mode!

Shoot Shoot Mega Pack is a party game about rules, friendship, and also shooting. Coming to Steam April 27th 2017! Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/467470/ Website: http://ssmpgame.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/ssmpgame Twitter: http://twitter.com/ssmpgame

Shoot Shoot Mega Pack - April 27th on #Steam #HumbleStore and #Itchio

TRAILER: https://t.co/o0hJ9Xy8vD

STEAM PAGE: https://t.co/seacqlErXv pic.twitter.com/7mYRl1fEAy

— Actual Humans (@actual_humans) April 20, 2017

N++ Ultimate Edition Out Now On Steam - Coming Soon To PS4

As previously announced late last year, the free update to N++ labeled the "Ultimate Edition" is out now on Steam, and will be coming soon to PlayStation 4.  The update is a huge content boost to the ninja platformer, doubling the available levels to the game and also provides a new "Hardcore" mode.

"Hardcore was designed for fans and especially highscore competitions -- in contrast to the regular Solo mode, in Hardcore the clock is always ticking and every death counts."

The World's Best Platformer Just Got Better. Buy N PLUS PLUS (N++) now on Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/230270 Click SHOW MORE to see details: N++ is a fast-paced, momentum-based platformer where you get to play as a badass parkour-loving ninja, narrowly escaping enemies and collecting gold in sci-fi landscapes. What's new in the Ultimate Edition?

You can pick up N++ on Steam right now which is enjoying a 50% discount at the time of writing - the Ultimate Edition comes with the base game now. The update will hit PlayStation 4 "soon".

The N++ Ultimate Edition is out now on Steam, coming soon to PS4. It's a huge, free update packed full of awesome! https://t.co/WRS8kLihbf pic.twitter.com/2ax4k0oiLg

— Metanet Software (@metanetsoftware) April 21, 2017

If you're looking for more on N++, check out our review, and Let's Plays.

Let's Play Graceful Explosion Machine

Chris and I are back! Make sure to subscribe on YouTube!

Remember to subscribe and leave a comment! Graceful Explosion Machine is out on Nintendo Switch, and we sit down to play through the first few levels! Remember to subscribe! Website: http://www.torontogamedevs.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/torontogamedevs Patreon: patreon.com/torontogamedevs Store: designbyhumans.com/shop/TorontoGameDevs

Cuzzle Now Available on iOS

Our friends at Galactic Thumb have released Cuzzle, now available free on iOS.  From Galactic Thumb:

“Cuzzle is a Sokoban style puzzle game. Get all the white blocks in position to unlock the portal. 4 unique stages each introducing a new mechanic.

Features: • Undo move button • 90 complex levels • Calming music • Minimalistic aesthetics • Leaderboards • Haptic Feedback for iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus”

Check out the trailer below, and download free today.

https://itunes.apple.com/app/cuzzle/id1185407542 Cuzzle is a Sokoban style puzzle game. Get all the white blocks in position to unlock the portal. 4 unique stages each introducing a new mechanic.

Dashy Square Is Free For 1 Week On iOS And Android

To celebrate the launch of the Level Editor, @KasSanity has made Dashy Square free on iOS and Android. You can check out the trailer, and links to download below.

iOS Download

Android Download

The full version of Dashy Square is currently absolutely FREE for mobile (iOS and Android) for 1 Week! I know there are people that cannot afford the game ... so here it is! =) PLEASE leave a rating/review! It actually helps a lot!

Mirage: Arcane Warefare Beta Walkthrough And Map Details

Our friends over at Torn Banner Studios have released a few videos for their beta of Mirage: Arcane Warefare.  They've also been tweeting a lot of other Youtubers playing the Beta. You can check out some of the videos below, and if players want to get in the Beta for Mirage all they have to do is preorder the game on Steam.

Pre-order Mirage on Steam to play the Beta - on NOW! http://store.steampowered.com/app/368420 Get 10% off of all Mirage pre-orders if you own Chivalry: Medieval Warfare on Steam. Pre-orders grant Beta access for you - and a friend too! Mirage: Arcane Warfare is $29.99 USD and will release May 23, 2017.

Pre-order Mirage on Steam to play the Beta - on NOW! http://store.steampowered.com/app/368420 Get 10% off of all Mirage pre-orders if you own Chivalry: Medieval Warfare on Steam. Pre-orders grant Beta access for you - and a friend too! Mirage: Arcane Warfare is $29.99 USD and will release in full on May 23, 2017.

Pre-order Mirage on Steam to play the Beta - on NOW! http://store.steampowered.com/app/368420 Get 10% off of all Mirage pre-orders if you own Chivalry: Medieval Warfare on Steam. Pre-orders grant Beta access for you - and a friend too! Mirage: Arcane Warfare is $29.99 USD and will release in full on May 23, 2017.

Valley now 60% off on Steam!

Valley by Blue Isle Studios is now 60% off on Steam.

Start your week off right by purchasing Valley for 60% off on Steam! See if our concept art resembles the real deal https://t.co/cdpIa8ZkE3 pic.twitter.com/BDD9GZxpar

— Blue Isle Studios (@BlueIsleStudio) April 10, 2017

Graceful Explosion Machine Soundtrack Coming April 13th

With Graceful Explosion Machine coming out last week on Switch - it's time to preorder the excellent soundtrack from Robby Duguay.

The original soundtrack for #GracefulExplosionMachine is coming out on Thursday April 13th! Pre-orders are up now at https://t.co/KCTtbwPpRO pic.twitter.com/4inKo5QrrD

— Robby Duguay (@RobbyDuguay) April 10, 2017

You can pick up the soundtrack for 7 dollars (US), with preordering getting you 3 tracks early. For 21 dollars (US) you get all 10 of Robby Duguay's releases. You can check out the details here, while also watching the video below on my thoughts on Graceful Explosion Machine.

Vertex Pop was kind enough to give me a code for Graceful Explosion Machine on Switch so I wanted to do a quick video on my thoughts - in short - I'm really digging it! There will be an actual review on www.torontogamedevs.com - so look forward to that!

Sago Mini Releasing 'Sago Mini Town' Later This Month

They teased a surprise for us, and delivered what looks to be a kids first step into the gaming world of SimCity. Developer Sago Mini announced Sago Mini Town, which is pegged as the developers "most inventive app yet" will release on April 13th:

"Calling all city builders and storytellers! Build your own island town by swapping, dropping, placing and playing with dozens of animated story tiles – including roads, houses, shops and visits from your favourite Sago Mini friends. Try to find the volcano, the pizza shop, or the mayor! There's no limit to what your imagination can create."

Coming April 13th! Calling all city builders and storytellers! Build your own island town by swapping, dropping, placing and playing with dozens of animated story tiles - including roads, houses, shops and visits from your favourite Sago Mini friends. Try to find the volcano, the pizza shop, or the mayor!

Sago even mentioned some of their Toronto roots seeping into the new app.

🏙 Our upcoming app was inspired by both the big town we're located in (Toronto, Canada) and the small towns many of us grew up in! 🏡 pic.twitter.com/6zSd8nuB5C

— Sago Mini (@sagomini) April 5, 2017

Get A First Look At Fossil Hunters From Reptoid Games

Indie developer Reptoid Games released a first-look video of their upcoming game Fossil Hunters, which actually won Ubisoft's Indie Series funding earlier this year.

Fossil Hunters is an action-adventure game in which you dig deep into a mysterious underground world to uncover fossils and match them together in countless combinations. Uncover never before seen creatures and survive this exciting realm as new friends and rivals compete to get hold of your discoveries. Will you sell your fossils for cash? Or will you donate them to research, push the boundaries of scientific discovery and become the world’s greatest Fossil Hunter?

Fossil Hunters is an action-adventure game in which you dig deep into a mysterious underground world to uncover fossils and match them together in countless combinations. Uncover never before seen creatures and survive this exciting realm as new friends and rivals compete to get hold of your discoveries.

No release date yet for Fossil Hunters, but you can keep up to date on the game by following them on FaceBook and Twitter.

Graceful Explosion Machine Out Now On Nintendo Switch

As previously announced, Graceful Explosion Machine is out now on Nintendo Switch. The Vertex Pop shooter was previously announced last year, and then later confirmed for a Switch launch window release later. You can pick it up on your Switch right now for $13.99 CAD.

We'll have a full review for the game sometime in the next week, but until then you can check out my general thoughts below (it's really good):

Vertex Pop was kind enough to give me a code for Graceful Explosion Machine on Switch so I wanted to do a quick video on my thoughts - in short - I'm really digging it! There will be an actual review on www.torontogamedevs.com - so look forward to that!

🚀🚀🚀 WE HAVE LIFT-OFF#GracefulExplosionMachine is OUT NOW on #NintendoSwitch
👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/yPOuktv2Zo

— vertex pop (@vertexpop) April 6, 2017