Populous - Peter Molyneux godly classic appears on the C64!

If the news of the Maniac Mansion Demo Disk  or the Grubz (Worms Clone) for the C64 didn't blow you away, then the latest C64 preview of Populous probably will. First released in 1989 for the Amiga and then ported over to other systems in the early 90's such as the Acorn 32-bit, Atari ST and DOS. Populous was developed by Peter Molyneux for Bullfrog in which you play as a god, gaming against other gods in a celestial game of conquest. But what didn't happen was a version for the C64, until now!

Reprisal Universe - A godly game inspired by Populous

This is Reprisal Universe, a godly game inspired by Populous in which you follow the plight of Thallos as he travels to distant shores reprising his people and gathering the ten lost Amulets of his tribes. Using special totem powers to change the land and lead your followers to victory over the enemy forces by any means possible. With lovely tilt-shift style graphics and strategic game play, you have the ultimate power in your hands as you explore over 32 planets with uncharted lands, to spread your influence and destroy all who stand in your way.

Fate Tectonics - A fresh take on the god game genre - Steam Greenlight campaign

Checking the latest Steam Greenlight campaign releases we came across a game that really stood out in both the artistic style and a new take on the god game genre. Developed by Golden Gear Games; Fate Tectonics has you building your world piece-by-piece using the power of god like fates, while keeping them happy enough to avoid world destructive hissy fits.

Jelly God - A new twist on the god game genre gets a Kickstarter

Move over Godus as it's time to take a look at Jelly God; a new twist on the god game genre developed by Bexcellent Games. Currently going through a Kickstarter and developed for PC and iOS, your task as a God is to bring colour and life to a grey and barren world. Thankfully through the cultivation of a tribe of jelly people, you can add colour and life through the collecting of resources, building homes, unlocking new colours and discovering ways to combine objects.

Unclaimed World - Survival and Exploration in a Sci-Fi world (Steam Early Access)

Game Genre : Sci-Fi, Strategy

Game Info : I've just been informed by Refactored Games that their sci-fi title Unclaimed World, will be available via Steam Early Access on the 26th of March at 12.00 CET. Unclaimed World is a game that I've had my eye on for some time, not just because of how cool it looks but it's a genre I'm greatly fond of. A game about survival and exploration of an alien planet that focus's on the clash between humans and nature in a survival setting. Currently the game is in an Alpha state that contains a single, hand-crafted scenario, but they aim to quickly expand the game with more scenarios, sandbox maps and randomized content.
Release : Final - 2014 (Steam Early Access : 26th March)

Systems : PC

Unclaimed World - Survival and Exploration trying for Steam Greenlight success

Game Genre : Sci-Fi, Strategy

Developer : Refactored Games
Game Info : This is Unclaimed World, developed by Refactored Games, which is a sci-fi game about survival and exploration of an alien planet. Sure we've had games like this in the past, but not many that really push the boundaries of greatness and this game could well do just that. You direct a small group of pioneers who are creating a settlement on a lush planet with a harsh and challenging environment. Although you do not directly control each individual character, instead you make strategic choices by prioritizing the overall goals of the collective which they will try and fulfill – if their health and morale allows it and when they have the time. However it all comes down to strategic planning, if you do not plan ahead, even if the world moves on without you, you could well find everything failing completely. Your planning will have to deal with both the Pioneers and the deadly wildlife on the planet itself. A game that certainly peaks my interest, but the developers need your votes so it comes to Steam!
Release : Early 2014

Systems : PC

Skyward Collapse : turn-based 4x simulation god-game released! (+Demo)

Arcen Games, Developers of AI War, the hit space game have just released The SkyWard Collapse, a turn-based 4x simulation god-game. Unlike other god games whereby you use your god like powers to smash the opposition, this is about keeping the peace. Many miles up in the sky is a floating landmass and it's here you spend time in development and the overseeing of two warring factions, The Greeks and The Norse.

This is either a solo or co-op game, help both sides, grant each side new buildings, resources and even more people. Sound fun? Well there's plenty to do here it seems and it's a far deeper game than explained, so watch the trailer, check out the demo and perhaps spend some money ;)

Reus - Control mighy giants for the development of humanity

Due for release tomorrow (16th May) is Reus, which is a 2D god game being developed by Abbey Games, a Dutch independent game studio in the style of Black of White. Reus has a lovely artistic style and you control natures giants to balance human progression. You can create mountains and oceans, forests and more. Enrich your planet with plants, minerals and animal life. But can you guide humanity to utopia, or will human greed ultimately destroy civilization?

Reprisal - A godly game inspired by Populous with a Demo!

This is Reprisal, a godly game inspired by Populous in which you, as a god, must use your powers to terraform the land and lead your followers to victory over the enemy forces. Reprisal by ReprisalUniverse, started off as an in development browser based title and very quickly became rather popular, to the point of now appearing on Desura, and needing your votes on Steam Greenlight. You have, just like in Populous, the ability to change the land around you, the better the land the more developed the buildings and the more people that appear. But that's just one part of the game, the ultimate enjoyment comes about in the power at your disposal from raising the sea water level to drown people, burning the land with raging fire, bring down a bolt of lightning to strike the earth, and commanding meteor showers to destroy an entire civilization in an instant. But there's more!

Reus - Black and White Lives again! Well sort of, but here's a Release Date!

Reus is a 2D god game being developed by Abbey Games, a Dutch independent game studio in the style of Black of White. Although we did an article previously for this game and with some nice gameplay footage, the developers have finally revealed the release date! Reus will be available in May 16th for the PC on GOG, Gamersgate, Desura and ofcause Steam. Also with the release date announcement, comes a new trailer!

Developers of AI War announce Skyward Collapse : turn-based 4x simulation god-game

Arcen Games, Developers of AI War, the hit space game, are turning their attention towards something far less spacey.  This is SkyWard Collapse, a turn-based 4x simulation god-game. Unlike other god games whereby you use your god like powers to smash the opposition, this is about keeping the peace. Many miles up in the sky is a floating landmass and it's here you spend time in development and the overseeing of two warring factions, The Greeks and The Norse.

Reus - Black and White Lives again! Well sort of, but with new footage!

Reus is a 2D god game being developed by Abbey Games, a Dutch independent game studio in the style of Black of White. Although we did an article previously for this game , this is the first time that the developers have released some proper game play footage.

Unclaimed World - Survival and Exploration

Every so often we get a game on Indie Retro News, that comes across as a game that could be very special. This is Unclaimed World, developed by Refactored Games, which is a sci-fi game about survival and exploration of an alien planet. Sure we've had games like this in the past, but not many that really push the boundaries of greatness and this game could well do just that.

Reus - Black and White Lives again! Well sort of

Reus is a 2D god game being developed by Abbey Games, a Dutch independent game studio in the style of Black of White. They recently released the first in-game trailer depicting a game in which you take control of nature through the hands of mighty giants.

War for the Overworld - Kickstarter Success

Can I just give a "woohoo" as we have another Kickstarter Success, War for the Overworld has achieved it's kickstarter goal! That's right, it's the game that contains the best components from the RTS and god game genres such as Dungeon Keeper, Overlord, StarCraft and Evil Genius.

Project GODUS - A reinvention of Populous ( Strategy/god sim ) Kickstarter Success!

The 22cans and Peter Molyneux game Project GODUS is now a Kickstarter Success. It's hard to believe that Populous was created over 22 years ago and since then no game has come close to it's god like experience. But now due to the success, the GODUS of blended power, growth and scope of Populous is finally coming!

War for the Overworld - (RTS/God Game) Kickstarter Demo

War for the Overworld is looking like it could well be as good as Dungeon Keeper, with it's RTS, God like control system and Genre. Create a Dungeon, protect the dungeon with minions, creatures and traps while spreading your evil across the land, brilliant! We've done a previous article on this game with far more information so if you haven't done so check that out first here

War for the Overworld - Epic new (RTS/God Game) Dungeon Keeper Style Kickstarter

When visiting the kickstarter website sometimes you just get so excited about certain games, that there is no question what needs an instant pledge and what needs an overnight think. But this one is looking like it could be well be an instant hit with the gamers. Titled : War for the Overworld this is an RTS/God Game with elements of Dungeon Keeper Overlord, StarCraft and Evil Genius. Developed by Subterranean Games a British company!