Matty Murphy

Congrats!

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Steam Next Fest starts in four days!

Here's a quick checklist of things to look over before the big day:

- Make sure your Steam page's copy is clear.
- Add any new assets that really show off the game's current state.
- Link your socials.

#indiegames #gamedev #solodev

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Hello everyone! I am officially open for October and November reviews! If your outlet needs an amazing review for any of the AAA titles (like Pokemon, Ninja Gaiden, Hyrule Warriors, CoD, etc.) in the coming months, I’m available! Please DM or email me at mmurphyfreelance@gmail.com.

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Steam Next Fest is coming up. Have you already spruced up your Steam page?

No?

Need a second look?

Reply down below!

We'll give everyone who replies three first-glance suggestions about how to better your Steam page!

#indiegames #solodev #indiedev #gamedev

Donate to Medical Emergency, Lack of Work, and Trying to Survive, organized by Shaun Cichacki Hello there, My name is Shaun Cichacki, and I am in dire nee… Shaun Cichacki needs your support for Medical Emergency, Lack of Work, and Trying to Survive

That's why I had to make a GoFundMe. I'm still looking for work on a daily basis, and applying everywhere I can. I hate to ask for help, because I've always found a way to make things work. But right now? I feel helpless, lost, and scared.

gofund.me/36d86e027

Escape Site 13 Is Getting a Physical Release for Halloween Escape Site 13 is a side-scrolling horror adventure based on the narrative of SCP-1730. And it's getting a physical edition soon.

This is a massive one for us!

#indiegames #physicalmedia #horror

Thank you, VICE Media, for sharing the news that physical copies of Escape Site 13 are ready to pre-order on the Limited Legacy Games site!

Special thanks to Anthony Franklin for the write up!

Well, after 11 and a half years, it seems my time at ComicBook has come to an end.

If you’re in the market for a writer/editor with over a decade of experience, or know someone who is, please let me know.

There!
Schedule's been locked in, as we're checking out the demo for an upcoming indie title by the name of "Questing"! Come by, say hi and have a lovely week folkes. 🐻
#indiegame #Borderlands4 #SeaOfThieves

I’m so incredibly proud of this achievement. Of course, kudos all goes to @mattymurphy.bsky.social for running such an incredible campaign!

#indiegames

The time since the Questing demo by @jaggysnakegames.bsky.social launched = wild 🎮🐍

We pitched to hundreds of outlets, but the few who responded were IMPACTFUL.

Results:

📈 108M audience reached
📰 9 articles
🗣️ 4 languages

Full PR case study (ft. @thenerdytype.bsky.social)!

#indiegames #gamepr

Congrats Marc!

Hey, are you games PR with some Switch 1 codes to burn? My neighbor's kid turns 12 this month and long story short, has had a rough year! Grandma (helped raise him since mom is single) passed away, he's helping mom with disabilities, etc. But he's a great kid. Looking to surprise him with some games

Michael Murphy

Hello everyone! I have an announcement to make: I am now writing freelance at @insider-gaming.com! I covered for them over Gamescom and, now, I will be regularly doing news. I’m grateful for the opportunity and I can’t wait to help the team! Hope you all enjoy reading what I’ve got!

There’s not a single person who knows more about Nintendo and pop culture than Marc! If anyone is looking for a solid journalist, here’s the best person for the job! I’ll stand by this as someone who had the privilege of working with him at ComicBook.

Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Review | Output Lag Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Review - Score: 8.5/10. With stellar visuals and great action combat, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance may be the key to the series' revival.

Hello everyone! I’m back with ANOTHER REVIEW! This time, I reviewed Shinobi: Art of Vengeance for Output Lag! While it isn’t perfect, the action combat and style is some of the best in the genre. Definitely worth it if you’re on the fence. Hope you enjoy reading the article! Thanks y’all!

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Review | Output Lag Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Review - Score: 8.5/10. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is an almost pitch-perfect remake of the 2004 original, for b...

Hello everyone! I got to review Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater for Output Lag! This was my first time playing the game, so, needless to say, I liked a lot of what it had to offer. While I had some qualms, I thoroughly enjoyed my time with it. Hope you enjoy reading the article! Thanks y’all!

It's been so rewarding seeing gaming sites talk about Questing by @jaggysnakegames.bsky.social. It's even more rewarding to see that they like the demo so much.

Frowns Marketing can take care of all that for you.

#gamemarketing #videogamemarketing #indiedevs #solodevs #indiegamedevs

IT IS NOT HARD TO BE NICE! I'm going to crash out

If you're a game journalist interested in writing about #indiegames, with a specific focus on retro/16-bit games, send us a DM!

We’ve got a title that might be right up your alley!

#gamedev #indiegamedev #gamemarketing

For additional convincing, here’s my cat.

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Man some of these puzzles in Pokemon Friends get really tough.

Are there any editors looking for reviews for upcoming video games for their sites? If so, I would love to get in touch via DMs or email via mmurphyfreelance@gmail.com and work something out! I cover a vast range of genres, like JRPGS/RPGS and action-adventure to narrative-driven and shooters. (1/3)

I mean, there's like 12.75 people still left in games media so it's understandably a bit quieter than usual

🌘 The Midnight Walk is available to play - with a 25% discount on Steam and 20% on PS5!

🔥 Reignite your little lantern friend, Potboy, and brave a nightmarish highway, outsmart the monsters of the Dark Itself and bring back warmth to the denizens of the Worktable.

🕯️ Link in bio.

I have unfortunately been let go from Comicbook. This is (and will be) a tough one to process since I truly loved being a part of the team at the site.

Hello everyone. Out of the blue, I have been let go from ComicBook. I have no job or source of income, so if anyone has any openings for freelance and part/full time work, I’d greatly appreciate a share. Thank you.

Thrilled to finally announce...

Still Wakes the Deep: Siren's Rest - out June 18.

The year is 1986. Return to the sunken Beira D oil rig to uncover what really happened in December 1975. You play as Mhairi, and you will find the answers no matter what.

🌊 stillwakesthedeep.com

Congrats Eddie!!🥳

Oh wow! You got your Switch 2 early??