Devolver Direct 2023 showcased a lot of cool games

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Press release:
June 9th, 2023.
Get ready to reminisce about the showcase that unfolded at Devolver Digital’s legendary Devolver Direct 2023 summer conference!

Hosted by none other than Devolver Digital’s charismatic mascot, Volvy, the event treated digital attendees to the revelation of not one, but two thrilling games: Baby Steps and Human Fall Flat 2.

The curtain was drawn back, revealing mesmerizing gameplay footage for The Talos Principle 2 and Wizard With a Gun. But that’s not all! Volvy unveiled the long-awaited release date for SLUDGE LIFE 2. Plus, devoted fans were treated to the delight of two FREE demos, available for download now!

Baby Steps

Developers: Gabe Cuzillo, Maxi Boch (APE OUT) and Bennett Foddy (QWOP)
Release: 2024
Platforms: PC & Consoles

Meet Nate, an unemployed failson with nothing going for him, until one day he discovers a power he never knew he had… putting one foot in front of the other. Explore a world shrouded in mist, one step at a time. Hike the serene mountains by placing each footstep yourself, in original physics-based gameplay in this literal walking simulator.

Take in the sights, fall in love with the local fauna, and try to find meaning in a wasted life. Includes a fully dynamic onesie soilage system and non-collectible hats.

Human Fall Flat 2

Developers: No Brakes Games
Release: To be confirmed
Platforms: To be confirmed

Human Fall Flat 2 is the bigger, better and clumsier sequel to the puzzle platformer global sensation featuring brand new levels, customisable characters, and even wilder physics-based fun. Along with refined controls, visuals and music, Human Fall Flat 2 is a slapstick experience unlike any other! Each intricate level comes packed with new toys and devices to fiddle with as you’ll solve a range of fiendish puzzles on your own or in teams of up to eight friends.

The Talos Principle 2

Developers: Croteam
Release: 2023
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X
Website: talosprinciple.com

Set in a distant future where humankind has long been extinct, human culture lives on through interminable robots made in our image. Embarking on a quest to investigate a mysterious megastructure, you will be confronted with questions about the nature of the cosmos, faith versus reason, and the fear of repeating humankind’s mistakes.

There will be more mind-bending puzzles, accompanied by unique new gameplay including mind transference and gravity manipulation. There’s also a deep character-driven story with multiple endings to lose yourself in, and a series of strange, stunningly beautiful environments to explore—including a city on the brink of a paradigm shift and an island holding the keys to the future.

Wizard With A Gun (A new demo available now on Steam!)

Developer: Galvanic Games
Release: 2023
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X
Website: wizardwithagun.com

Craft and battle against the forces of chaos in this new demo now available on Steam. The demo starts from the beginning of your wizard’s arrival upon The Shatter – a broken world slowly being invaded by chaos. It’s up to you to adventure through this world to collect resources, build out your tower and the helpful machinations within, and push back the encroaching chaos. There is a helpful tutorial along the way, though a lot is still left to mystery and for you to discover.

But that’s not all…

SLUDGE LIFE 2 (A new standalone demo available now on Steam!)

Developer: Terri Vellmann & Doseone
Release: June 27th, 2023
Platforms: PC
Website: shopsludgelife.com

SLUDGE LIFE 2 – the grimiest first-person vandalism sim since the original SLUDGE LIFE – has defaced Steam with a brand new demo that offers budding taggers a lil taste of what awaits them in Ciggy City Suites on June 27. This standalone teaser for SLUDGE LIFE 2 tasks players with helping Big Mud rediscover his mojo by exploring his recording studio, interacting with idiots, uncovering secrets, and photographing cats.

Learn more about all of the upcoming games, see the trailers, watch the presentation again, and grab a big handful of classic Volvy swag at devolverdirect.com

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