Games attempting to be satire have had varying degrees of success. The Stanley Parable was perhaps the most successful example of making a game that satirized the concept of choice in video games. So, seeing a game on Steam, made by a team comprised of veteran developers who’ve worked on Bioshock, Dishonored and Thief, featuring the voice talents of James Urbaniak, Ashly Burch, Karen Dyer and Stephen Russell, you instantly assume it will be a success. Thankfully, The Magic Circle ends up being one of the best examples of satirization in video games.
Coding is a highly important skill in our society. Video games are an incredibly popular form of entertainment that can help you learn that skill.
Part 9 in the Indie Games and Craft Beer Pairing. Janet and Melissa each pick an indie game to play, pair it with a craft beer, and review them both. This week features Prairie Path paired with Euro Truck Simulator, and Arrogant Bastard Ale paired with The Magic Circle.
The Magic Circle is a delightful puzzler brimming with creativity, that proves that there’s still plenty of fresh new ideas left in video games
