
"Recently I stumbled upon Agora Games, an interesting company that offers an even more interesting service. These guys and gals are responsible for making toolsets that developers can use to build engaging online and in-game community and stat features, such as leaderboards, match-making, user profiles, and achievements. I was able to talk to Mike, Associate Producer from Agora Games, to get the scoop on Hydra and what it has to offer developers." - Tom Christiansen

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).