Ronny Fiksdahl — Founder & Editor-in-Chief

Big Names in Flux: What the Polygon Sale and Giant Bomb Reset Mean for Indie Media

May 4, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

This week brought two seismic shifts in gaming journalism: Vox Media’s sale of Polygon to Valnet, accompanied by the layoffs of over 25 editorial staff, and Fandom’s sudden “strategic reset” of Giant Bomb, which saw veteran hosts Dan Ryckert and Jeff Grubb step away. For readers hungry for quality coverage and for independent outlets looking…

Gaming News, Industry News

Pivot of Hearts Launches May 21: A Queer, Non-Monogamous Visual Novel Set in São Paulo

May 4, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Love doesn’t follow a single path, and neither does Pivot of Hearts, an upcoming visual novel by indie developer Dragonroll Studio. The game officially launches May 21 on Steam and itch.io, following positive reception during Steam’s Visual Novel Fest. Rumble may require a security check. Click to load the video, or open it on Rumble.Load…

Gaming News, Indie

New Indie Game Kaiten Brings Strategic Chaos to Steam

May 1, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

A fresh tactical twist has landed on Steam! Kaiten, the latest release from indie developer Fragilent, is now available as of April 30, 2025. Combining turn-based strategy, roguelike mechanics, and a wild element of chance, this 1v1 battler is all about adaptability, timing, and a bit of luck. The title was first released on PC in 2023, followed…

Gaming News, Indie

Giveaway and Review Key Abuse: How It’s Hurting Developers, Gamers, and Communities

April 29, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Over the past few months, I’ve seen firsthand how bad the situation has gotten with giveaways, review keys, and key reselling.What started as a few isolated incidents has now become something much bigger — and much worse. It’s not just giveaways anymore. It’s review keys, promotional campaigns, indie launches — all being exploited by people…

Gaming News, Industry News, Inside Fix Gaming, Security

Fix Gaming Channel’s Game of the Week #1: Spooky Survivors Launches on Steam

April 27, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Fix Gaming Channel’s Game of the Week #1 goes to Spooky Survivors, a hand-drawn, wave-based horror roguelite made entirely by a solo developer under the name Aligned Games. Sometimes a game doesn’t just look different — it feels different. Rumble may require a security check. Click to load the video, or open it on Rumble.Load…

Game of the Week, Gaming News, Indie

Survive the Shadows in “Hunger” World After the End

April 26, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Hunger: World After the End drops you into a shattered Europe, where survivors are no longer the only predators. This dark, atmospheric PvPvE survival RPG blends intense player-versus-player conflict with haunting encounters against an ancient threat lurking in the shadows. Every supply run beyond the safe zone may be your last. What Makes It Stand…

Gaming News

Dive the Depths – Now Available on Steam for Under $10!

April 26, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

The roguelike action game *Dive the Depths* has officially launched, bringing a fresh indie experience to players looking for an atmospheric challenge under the sea. Developed by Frizuo and Starpixel Studios, *Dive the Depths* released on April 16, 2025, and is now available on Steam. With its mix of roguelike gameplay, handcrafted art, and tense…

Gaming News, Indie

Behind the Scenes: The Making of Ranger Commando

April 26, 2025May 4, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Today we’re taking a closer look at Ranger Commando — a game that brings back the gritty, over-the-top energy of classic ’80s action heroes. We had the chance to sit down with its solo developer, who brings experience from major titles like Killzone to this personal, adrenaline-fueled project. From nostalgic inspirations to the challenges of…

Developers, Gaming News, Indie, Interviews

Olga – Episode 1: A Quiet Adventure Through Memories

April 26, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

A Beautiful, Slow-Paced Game — If You Can Reach It Olga – Episode 1 is a heartfelt indie experience that transports players to a small mountain village in the 1980s. It’s a reflective journey about memories, quiet moments, and the people and places that define who we are. However, at the moment, some players are…

Gaming News

Bartender Hustle Now Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Release Coming Soon

April 26, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

April 23, 2025 – Auckland, New Zealand — Indie developer Yard B Games, in partnership with publisher Critical Reflex, has officially launched their stylish bartending sim Bartender Hustle on PlayStation 5. This console release marks a major milestone for the previously PC-only title, as it continues to grow its player base and expand to new…

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Hypercharge Is the Toy Story We All Need — 80,000 Wishlists and Counting on PlayStation

April 24, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Some games come out of nowhere and just click. Hypercharge: Unboxed is one of them. Since announcing its upcoming PlayStation release just over three weeks ago, this indie action-figure shooter has already been wishlisted by over 80,000 PlayStation players. That’s a huge milestone for a small dev team — and proof that yes, people still…

Gaming News

Who Promotes GTA 6? You Do.

April 23, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

And yeah… me too. Rockstar doesn’t need a marketing team. They’ve got us. The fans. The influencers. The YouTubers. The streamers. The meme pages. The trailer breakdowns. The Reddit threads. And yeah — media outlets like mine. They drop one trailer, and we light up the internet. No gameplay. No interviews. No dev diaries. Just…

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Ongoing Scam Warning: Fake Subnautica 2 Early Access Still Targeting Players

April 22, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

Scammers Exploit Hype Around Subnautica 2 with Fake Early Access Offers Scammers are still trying to cash in on the excitement for Subnautica 2, with new waves of fake early access promotions continuing to appear across the internet. Despite developer warnings, unsuspecting players are being targeted with promises of “free” early access, mostly through suspicious…

Gaming News, Security

Catching Up with Ben Granados: A Gaming Insider’s Take on Today’s Trends

April 20, 2025May 4, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

In the fast-paced world of video games, keeping up with the latest trends isn’t just part of the job—it’s what keeps the thrill alive. Today, we’re sitting down with Ben Granados of PUBLSH, a veteran whose love for gaming is matched only by his expertise in the field. Ben has seen the industry’s many transformations…

Gaming News, Industry Insiders, Industry News, Interviews

Why You Should Play “The Little Brave”: A Metroidvania Quest for Magic and Courage

April 19, 2025May 2, 2026 Ronny Fiksdahl

If you’re a fan of action-adventure games with deep exploration, tight controls, and emotional storytelling, then The Little Brave might be the next indie gem you need to experience. Developed by solo creator Dmitrii Batov, this 2D Metroidvania blends retro visuals with a modern touch, wrapping fluid combat and platforming in a deeply personal coming-of-age journey….

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