"Back in August, we reviewed a ‘BMX Simulator’ called Pumped: BMX. Created by Adam Hunt, a long-time BMXer who, disillusioned with the lack of BMX games, decided to learn programming to rectify that serious oversight. The result was Pumped: BMX, a fantastic side-scrolling bike racer for iOS with charming aesthetics and smooth gameplay that accurately replicates the BMX experience; at least as best as can be expected on a mobile device." - Christian Leed
These aren’t nostalgia grabs or gimmick-laden throwbacks. They each bring something genuinely fresh to the table, mechanics that feel baked into the exploration and combat, not just tacked on.
Play as Dik, a nimble acrobat exploring the depths of Hell to rescue his brother from the Devil’s hands. With no weapons to rely on, success hinges on mastery of physics-driven movement, and quick adaptation to deadly obstacles.
GDC 2025 has revealed the finalists for the 27th annual Independent Games Festival (IGF).
