"The upcoming gamebook, Askaryl’s Grimoire, by Blue Flame Publishing, just got a trailer and it’s on the flashy side. Releasing on iOS devices sometime in the future, Askaryl’s Grimoire takes place in a dark fantasy world called Hamnasya and is the first part of a soon-to-come saga. A grimoire, (fancy word for a book of magic) with immense powers has been stolen from its guardians, the Council of Great Wise Men. You will play as Edhan, tasked with the perilous mission to retrieve the stolen book, while avenging the death of Alikia, his adoptive mother." - Charles Ferrendelli
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).
