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Jayden Cusack🔜PAXAus
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Jayden Cusack🔜PAXAus @jaydencusack.bsky.social · Oct 12
From a games media newbie last year to back to back appointments at PAX AUS 2025 (☺️🙃).

Thanks to all the amazing people I’ve met/caught up with over the weekend. You’re all amazing and made it feel like home.💙

Special shoutout to @bradgoodwin.bsky.social for being my partner in crime.
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We went hands-on with Adaptory at PAX AUS 2025 and got a great overview of its latest development cycle and what’s ahead for this ambitious-looking game.

#paxaus2025 #indiedev #adaptory

@stormcloak.games
Adaptory Hands On - PAX AUS 2025
Adaptory, from NZ-based Stormcloak Games, is a base-building survival game, combining multiple complex simulations with a story-rich world. Adaptory has had a healthy development supported by a…
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October 21, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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We had the opportunity to speak with Rob Davis from Sucker Punch about Ghost of Yōtei and what goes into creating an authentic world with player-driven toolsets, discovery and just a hint of lo-fi.

#GhostofYotei #PlayStation
@suckerpunchprod.bsky.social

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Creating Ghost of Yōtei: Interview with Sucker Punch’s Rob Davis
Ghost of Yōtei is the latest title from Sucker Punch and PlayStation, a standalone sequel to the acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima, telling the story of Atsu in Northern Japan seeking out the notorious…
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October 20, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Middle Management stood out immediately, not just due to its art style, but also its light-hearted spin on an otherwise serious and focused strategy genre… or maybe it’s just those pink hats?

#paxaus2025
#nzindie #indiedev

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Middle Management Hands On - PAX AUS 2025
Amidst the sea of indie games at PAX AUS 2025. There was one game that stood out immediately, not just due to its art style, but also its light-hearted spin on an otherwise serious and focused…
gamesnight.nz
October 16, 2025 at 2:34 AM
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This was my game of show
October 14, 2025 at 4:34 AM
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So great to meet everyone!
gamesnight.bsky.social GamesNight @gamesnight.bsky.social · Oct 14
We played a bunch of indies throughout PAX AUS 2025. A bunch of great interviews with passionate devs. Stay tuned for our upcoming indie coverage. 👀 💙

#paxaus2025
#indiedev
October 14, 2025 at 3:12 AM
jaydencusack.bsky.social
From a games media newbie last year to back to back appointments at PAX AUS 2025 (☺️🙃).

Thanks to all the amazing people I’ve met/caught up with over the weekend. You’re all amazing and made it feel like home.💙

Special shoutout to @bradgoodwin.bsky.social for being my partner in crime.
October 12, 2025 at 9:17 AM
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That’s a wrap on PAX Aus 2025!!!

It’s been a crazy few days showing off the Rita demo and we’re so thankful for the support ❤️

And a further hearty thanks to the eager media and content creators who stopped by!

Till next time 😴 🐤
October 12, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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And don’t forget to check out @jaydencusack.bsky.social’s interview with @rotub.bsky.social from last year:
Doggy Don't Care Developer Interview — Crafting Chaos In A Pug's Life
We speak to Doggy Don't Care Developer, Rotub, about the journey of creating the game as a solo indie developer, and more.
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October 11, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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PAX Day 2! Thanks everyone :)

@bradgoodwin.bsky.social @nomibelle.bsky.social @jaydencusack.bsky.social @bibbybhoy.bsky.social @faultrunner.bsky.social @austingallagher.bsky.social @gdig.bsky.social @jamiegalea.bsky.social @riorobayo.bsky.social @kjpalmer.bsky.social @harrisonpolites.bsky.social
October 11, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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A drink after a jam packed PAX Friday! See you all tommorow!

#paxaus2025

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@alexbestie.com.au
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October 10, 2025 at 6:32 AM
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Ready for the Ghost of Yotei panel at #PAXAus in the main theatre!
October 10, 2025 at 6:26 AM
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PAX AUS is underway!

Come check out NZ Games at Code Booth #1840

@nz-code.nz

#paxaus
October 10, 2025 at 12:48 AM
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Heading to PAX AUS tomorrow?

Be sure to check out Middle Management, a satirical office building and management title where you control a blob monster.

We talked with Ben about this quirky take on an established genre.

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Middle Management Developer Interview: A Satirical Take On Strategy
Middle Management from NZ-based studio Headplug Games is a satirical office building and management title where you control a blob monster. Headplug Games will be showcasing Middle Management at PAX…
gamesnight.nz
October 9, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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If I haven’t already heard from you, please send me a dm/email. Would love to say hello. ☺️
gamesnight.bsky.social GamesNight @gamesnight.bsky.social · Oct 6
18 NZ indie game teams are making their way to PAX AUS 2025 thanks to @nz-code.nz.

Featuring swashbuckling roguelikes, eldritch-inspired adventures and pinball RPGS. Let's take at this years teams! 🥝👀🥳

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18 NZ Teams heading to PAX AUS 2025
New Zealand Centre of Digital Excellence (CODE) will support our NZ developers, with some teams showcasing their games for the very first time at PAX AUS 2024!
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October 7, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Stick It to the Stickman is genius. A brilliant brawler that excels in almost every way possible. Effortlessly merging familiar game tropes with its tongue in cheek parody.

One of the best games I've played this year.

@devolverdigital.com
@freelives.bsky.social

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Stick It to the Stickman - Early Access Impressions
Stick It to the Stickman from developer Free Lives and published by Devolver Digital is one of the most surprising games I’ve played this year. I went in knowing nothing, not exactly sure what to…
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October 1, 2025 at 2:53 AM
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Shape Sender Deluxe from NZ-based studio Dead Teapot released a demo on Steam that offers a glimpse at the title, and what I played was an imaginative and inviting puzzle game that offers more than meets the eye.

@deadteapot.games @tanamakes.games

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Shape Sender Deluxe - First Impressions
Shape Sender Deluxe is the debut upcoming game from Tana Tanoi’s new studio, Dead Teapot. A game that reflects the beautiful minimalist design that has shaped Tana’s past development experience…
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August 18, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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"It’s one of those games that goes with literally “all guns blazing.” From start to finish, every level feels unique, and the setting stands out with its medieval yet futuristic environment."
#DOOMTheDarkAges

Full review of Doom: The Dark Ages below!
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Doom: The Dark Ages Review
Before I ever had the opportunity to set aside time and play Doom: The Dark Ages, my impression of the franchise was that it’s your standard first-person shooter, putting some lead on some monsters in...
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May 27, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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The NZ Game Awards 2025, otherwise known as The Pavs are nearly here!

Let’s take a look at all the nominees!

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The NZ Game Awards (The Pavs) 2025 Nominees
The Indie Game Awards, brought to you by collective Six One Indie, have recently announced their nominees for 2024.
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April 30, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Me right now

#OblivionRemastered
April 22, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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I’ll be at NZ Games Fest ☺️. Please reach out if you’re around, would be great to meet those I’ve had the pleasure of talking to via GamesNight.
gamesnight.bsky.social GamesNight @gamesnight.bsky.social · Apr 1
🚨🚨NZ Games Festival 2025 🚨🚨
Friday 25th April to Saturday 3rd May

NZGamesFest is back, with a number of great events including The Pavs NZ Game Awards and industry talks at Play by Play (including some familiar faces!).

Full info below!

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NZ Games Festival Returns for 2025!
New Zealand’s own video game festival, NZGamesFest, is back for 2025, running all week long from Friday 25th April to Saturday 3rd May. NZGamesFest is a celebration of our growing industry full of…
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April 2, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days has just announced an early access release date, April 10th 2025.

We spoke to Art Manager, Duncan Withers, about the upcoming title and how there is more to be explored in the zombie genre.

@intothedead.com @pikpokgames.bsky.social

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Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days Interview with Art Manager Duncan Withers
There is a reason why the zombie genre has persevered over multiple decades. Tense atmospheres, striking imagery, and the building of fear capture an audience like no other piece of media can.
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March 20, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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“How Was Your Day?” is a narrative-driven, point-and-click adventure from @madcarnivalgames.bsky.social , with a newly released demo!

We spoke to Sam Ramlu, founder of Mad Carnival, about this upcoming game and how her own personal experiences has shaped its vision.

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How Was Your Day? Developer Interview: From The Heart
“How Was Your Day?” is a narrative-driven, point-and-click adventure from Mad Carnival, with a newly released demo available now as a part of the Women’s Day Event run by WINGS. Players take on the…
gamesnight.nz
March 4, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Enjoyed my time with this and can’t wait to see what’s next from Yellow Brick. ☺️💙
February 7, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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YEEEET #royalrumble
February 2, 2025 at 3:30 AM
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Hello Australian friends! I’ll be in Brisbane/Gold Coast end of January. ☺️🇦🇺

Any recommendations outside of the usual tourist areas? For us more video game orientated people. 🤓
January 9, 2025 at 8:32 PM