2024 PCG Game of the Year developed by LocalThunk
Kaz, the new roguelike from Kalinarm, offers highly engaging gameplay with its fast-paced reflex challenges and deep perk system, all for $7 on Steam. However, its intense gameplay may come at the cost of wrist strain. With its simple yet addictive design, Kaz captures the spirit of classic Flash games.
Balatro, the 2024 PCG Game of the Year, was discovered by Playstack's head of discovery, Patrick Johnson, through daily manual scouting on Steam, despite having only 2-3 Twitter followers at the time. This chance find led to a pivotal partnership, culminating in a $151 million deal for Playstack's majority stake. Playstack's early intervention proved crucial in Balatro's success.
The author rediscovers their original 2015 Steam Controller, purchased for $5 in 2019, and finds it to be a surprisingly capable and comfortable sidekick for their Steam Deck in a living room setup. With its unique features and broad Steam Input compatibility, it's become the go-to for "mouse-y games" on TV. Despite its age, the controller remains well-supported with community layouts for over 80% of the author's games.
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