If you can put Balatro down for half a second, the lead dev behind it has recommended some other stunning indies with a very low-key awards ceremony of their own
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"2024 was a quieter year than 2023 on the video game front, except it wasn't because there were a ton of good titles that came out..."
LocalThunk awarded 'Game of the Year 2024' to Animal Well, calling it 'an engrossing experience. Dripping with style, secrets... a true masterpiece.'
Dungeons and Degenerate Gamblers was mistakenly viewed as a Balatro clone, but LocalThunk emphasizes its strategic depth as a deckbuilder worth investing hours into.
Mouthwashing hooked players instantly with its unexpected horror elements, reflecting on how surprises can captivate and engage players late into the night.
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