Logistics in an accessible management game: a story of compromise.
This developer story looks at the compromises behind making logistics systems more accessible without stripping away the depth that makes management games satisfying.
Tag: Indie Developers
Indie Dev Playtest Guide (Part 2): From First Keys to Useful Feedback
Part 2 of our playtest series is for developers: define clear goals, choose the right slice of the game, and collect feedback you can actually use.
From Cologne to Bangkok: Why Gamescom Remains a Game-Changer for Indies
Gamescom 2025 remained a valuable platform for indie developers, offering visibility, direct player feedback, media attention, and industry connections on a global stage.
When Publishers Fail Their Devs: The Silent Damage of Broken Press Pages
Broken publisher press pages can quietly damage developers by making basic media information harder to find. This editorial looks at the cost of poor press support.
WeTransfer’s New Terms Let Them Use Your Game Assets — Even Under NDA
This article examines changes to WeTransfer’s terms and why developers handling game assets, confidential files, or NDA-protected material should read the fine print carefully.
Valve Sued for Antitrust — Indie Devs Now Part of a Class Action, Whether They Like It or Not
Valve is facing an antitrust class action tied to Steam, with indie developers included in the legal dispute over storefront rules and competition.
What It Takes to Run an Indie Gaming Outlet Today
A first-person look at what it took to build and run Fix Gaming Channel as an independent gaming outlet, from daily workload to supporting indie developers.
Giveaway and Review Key Abuse: How It’s Hurting Developers, Gamers, and Communities
Review key abuse, giveaway farming, and key reselling can hurt indie developers, creators, and players. Here is what Fix Gaming Channel has seen firsthand.
NEOWIZ Launches Global Indie Game Contest With $115K Prize Pool
NEOWIZ launched a global indie game contest with more than $115,000 in prizes, focused on supporting narrative-driven game development.
Fix Gaming Channels Guide to Indie Game Success With Contributions From Aidan Minter
A practical indie game marketing guide covering early community building, social media, press kits, outreach, and advice from games PR veteran Aidan Minter.
The Real Cost of Leaks in the Gaming Industry More Than Just Spoilers
Game leaks can create excitement online, but they can also disrupt launch plans, damage first impressions, and affect indie developers who rely on careful timing.
The Lifecycle of Game Development From Alpha to Release and Beyond
A practical look at alpha, beta, playtests, demos, Early Access, launch, and how community feedback and media shape game development.
Inside Serum an Exclusive Interview Unveiling the New Era of Survival Gaming
SERUM makes every expedition a race against the next dose. Game Island explains how brewing, time pressure and player feedback shaped its survival design, and how Unreal Engine 5 helped bring the hostile world of the Blight to life.