#the quantum astrophysicists guild

[satoshi-mochida]

iam8bit and distribution partner Skybound Games, together with developer Spry Fox and publisher The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, will release PlayStation 5 and Switch physical editions of slice-of-life adventure game Cozy Grove, the companies announced.

The retail editions will be available exclusively via GameStop stores in the United States, as well as iam8bit.com.

Cozy Grove will be available in the following two editions:

Retail Edition ($29.99) – Features five kiss-cut sticker sheets that include a total of 28 individual bear stickers inspired by Cozy Grove‘s ghostly denizens. It will also include a new “NeighBEARS” downloadable content on the disc / cartridge. Shipping begins on May 30, 2023.

iam8bit Exclusive Edition ($34.99) – Includes a ‘blind bag’ containing ONE (out of the possible 28) collectible, enamel pins. For the gamer who wants it, bundles—which will include MORE enamel pins—will be offered for an additional price, as well as a bundle with ALL 28 pins for $149.99. It will also include a new “NeighBEARS” downloadable content on the disc / cartridge. This version is exclusive to iam8bit.com and will begin shipping in Q2 2023.

Cozy Grove is currently available digitally for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and Apple Arcade. The physical edition announcement is the first reveal of a PlayStation 5 version, which does not yet have a digital release date.

[girlfriendsofthegalaxy]

tuesday again 1/16/2024

did not commit fratricide this week but it got a little close there

listening

spotify tried to rec me some electro remix of this Eartha Kitt song i did NOT care for but i did enjoy the original Mink Schmink (YouTube). very similar to last year’s favorite Peel Me A Grape by Anita O’Day. this is a particular kind of oldies #girlboss song that i am super weak to

i also have an entire album to rec! spotify recced me a movie soundtrack by this artist and i went to check out their latest work. a very pleasant outer space themed saxophone-forward experience to enjoy while trying out a very slow video game! the opening track Chaldene will let you know pretty fast if you’ll like the whole album. bouncy, in the ways that saxophones are. very cowboy bebop soundtrack adjacent? i have a data entry playlist with many instrumental albums of long pieces for when i need really consistent vibes or vibes that change very slowly and this is going to be such a good addition

reading

feeling a little bit grim about the state of the world and long-tail reporting/continuity of knowledge, partially bc some friends got fired from the games industry and are throwing in the towel (do not blame them at ALL, also now this means i don't know anyone in the industry with more than three years of experience under their belt) and partially feeling a little bit grim bc i read an article FOREVER ago from the old motherboard team at VICE about how locations were being harvested from various religious and health apps, and FINALLY that data broker is starting to see some real consequences. the ONLY reason this reporter is still following this story/is still a reporter is bc after VICE summarily fired like half the site last year, he went off and started his own site.

grim! grim article, grim context, grim all around.

watching

i would love for my best friend's son to become obsessed with a different movie than pixar's elemental. but if this is the price of having an only semi-interrupted conversation with his mom then so be it.

playing

“sail forth” by developer Quantum Astrophysicists Guild and published by Festive Vector (pair of really killer names there) is the free epic game this week. i spent a reasonably okay hour with it but do not plan to continue further. the opening area has some problems that do not interest me in whatever this game does in the next area. tldr: the actual sailing part is fun, which is good bc it's a sailing game, but there isn't enough to Do in this adventure/exploration game and it's all really far apart.

it has a particular sensibility married with its art style that makes me say “cozy game” (derogatory). your main character is named captain toot. everyone has funky sentence structure liberally sprinkled with nautical terms that come off vaguely nonsensical instead of piratical. there are a lot of almost-kennings like “deepblue” “moontiders” “fishfolk”. things of this nature. while i do love a kenning i don’t have a lot of patience for this. which is unfortunate bc this game tested my patience in several ways.

the actual Sailing part is the best part of the game. there's some very fun weather-- i have seen light and heavy fog, light and heavy rain, and a full on thunderstorm. the fact that sailing is the best part of the game would be good except everything is VERY far apart, and while the call of a blank horizon is super important in an oceangoing game (i think) when it becomes more fun to just fast travel everywhere instead of sailing the long way, i think that’s where you have to refine some things in your game. this is less of an open world and more little pockets of things in between a truly ridiculous amount of empty space. i cannot imagine this runs in an acceptable manner on switch.

the good parts of sailing are the thoughtful controls: the compass, the wind on the compass, and the little sail trim bar. you should also keep an eye on wave direction bc that will really impact your top speed. you CAN tack back and forth directly into the wind but this game will make you fucking work for it, which i do like. i also liked sailing with the camera zoomed all the way in, it felt very fast and dangerous on the very long wait to get to the next island. and then it was no longer fun on the very long sail to get to the next island. i am almost confident these islands are procgen, it’s possible i got a weirdly big seed but i don’t care enough to fire up a new save.

the general pace of the game/this first area feels a little underbaked or weirdly optimized. i got enough wood in the first hour to upgrade to the best available one-mast sloop, i fought a pirate which required a lot of precision seamanship with my one lonely bow gun, i did a race, i declined a target practice course, i poked my head into eight different map locations. despite this variety, it all felt very samey. generally the map locations have one or two things to do plus one resource (the precision seamanship required to collect resources is fun for the first two islands but then stops being interesting) or one collectible. no one island is particularly memorable. i really loved Sunless Sea, a game that also features a large map and very slow travel, but there’s a WAY more resource management and random events, and shit is simply closer together in that game.

if i was looking for a very slow podcast game and was 20% cutesier as a person this would be ideal, but for who i am right now? not for me.

making

my siblings visited! we did not kill each other, nobody had food poisoning, and nobody died! that's all i can really ask for. here's me and my sister looking at a big quilt at the 1940 Air Terminal Museum

phil went to the emergency vet sunday afternoon bc her spay site was looking Gnarly. she either has an infection or a reaction to her sutures but the treatment is the same either way. the emergency vet said we could probably skip our normal vet visit on friday but, given that we discover a new problem every time we go to the vet, we will be keeping that appointment. all recent pics of her are smushed up on my lap at a goofy angle. have a pic of mackaroni and beans

[dr-iphone]

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Epic Games Store 在本週放送的遊戲是西雅圖遊戲團隊 The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild 開發的《Freshly Frosted》，這款遊戲讓玩家解決甜甜圈工廠中的謎題！另外，也將在大亂鬥遊戲《Rumble Club》發放免費遊戲獎金。玩家們只要把握在 2024 年 6 月 27 日深夜 23:00 前登入 Epic Games 帳號並獲取遊戲，就能永久擁有這款遊戲唷！ Continue reading 【限時免費】甜甜圈解謎遊戲《Freshly Frosted》和《Rumble Club》 遊戲獎金放送中，2024 年 6 月 27 日深夜 23:00 截止

[linuxgamenews]

Sail Forth will welcome in new content this week

Maelstrom is the new expansion due to release for the ocean adventure game Sail Forth on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. Thanks to the imaginative team at Festive Vector. Due to make its way onto Steam soon. Are you ready for Sail Forth: Maelstrom? The latest expansion thanks to The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, is due to launch on January 11th. This addition is not just any ordinary update; it's a transformative experience that takes the well-loved title to new heights. Imagine steering your ship into the heart of a raging storm. That's what the expansion brings to the table. This also brings colossal vortexes in the Deepblue – a vast and mysterious ocean. These vortexes are not only visually stunning but also full of challenges and hidden treasures. It's a test of your skill and courage as you navigate through these rough waters. But that's not all. The Sail Forth expansion also brings a seductive new element to the storyline. You'll encounter the Arcane Order, a group of mysterious guardians overseeing the Maelstrom. They are your key to unlocking unique rewards. In exchange for Maelstrom Pearls, they offer ancient weaponry and custom cosmetics. Since these are items that are not just useful but also enhance your journey.

Sail Forth Maelstrom Trailer

The expansion also brings the Wormkin, a new set of adversaries. These creatures add a layer of danger and excitement to your sailing and combat game. Their presence means you have to be quick and strategic, adding a thrilling edge to your adventure. One of the best features of Sail Forth: Maelstrom is the expanded vessel customization. Now, you can personalize your ship with various decorative items, allowing you to express your unique style on the high seas. As you dive into this expansion, you'll also find yourself drawn into uncharted waters, where every decision can lead to new discoveries or dangers. The question is, will you emerge victorious from the abyss, or will the vortexes claim your fleet? And here's something extra – coinciding with this launch, Sail Forth will be available for free on the Epic Games Store as part of their giveaway promotion. This means you can start your 30+ hour journey without any cost. But Linux and Steam Deck players will have to resort to WINE and Lutris. Sail Forth: Maelstrom is not just another addition; it's a whole new world of adventure waiting for you on Steam from January 11th. Are you ready to set sail and brave the unknown on Linux and Steam Deck? The seas are calling.

[gmlocg]

2,058.) The Bridge

Release: February 22nd, 2013 | GGF: Puzzle, Physics, Logic, Platformer, Adventure, Abstract, Atmospheric, Surreal | Developer(s): Ty Taylor, Mario Castañeda, The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild | Publisher(s): The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, Midnight City | Platform(s): Windows (2013), Xbox 360 (2013), Linux (2014), Macintosh (2014), Ouya (2015), PlayStation 3 (2015), PlayStation 4 (2015), PS Vita (2015), Wii U (2015), Xbox One (2015), Blacknut (2017), Nintendo Switch (2017)

[actu24hp]

‘Cozy Grove’, semblable à Animal Crossing, obtient une sortie physique sur Switch (États-Unis)

Pré commandez maintenant. Skybound Entertainment et iam8bit ont annoncé une édition physique du Traversée d’animaux-jeu inspiré Bosquet confortable. Cette copie papier, en coopération avec les développeurs Spry Fox et Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, sera disponible en édition physique exclusivement sur GameStop pour 29,99 USD, et également en édition exclusive pour 34,99… CLIQUEZ ICI POUR LIRE LA…

[randomisedgaming]

Cozy Grove - PlayStation 4 - 2021 Developers: Spry Fox Publisher: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild

Winter has arrived in Cozy Grove and be sure to check out this festive update for the game.

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[gebo4482]

Saturnalia | Releasing in 2021

Website / Epic Games

[nintendocafe]

Breakpoint is the twin-stick slasher where your weapons explode. Break through the swarm to claim your spot on the online leaderboard.

[endworldgaming]

Heyo folks, here’s a video from Shaun! In this one, he’s playing an indie twin stick shooter called The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines by TinyDino Games and The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild. Enjoy! Also, be sure to check out our review too! https://endworldgaming.wordpress.com/2020/08/28/the-ambassador-fractured-timelines-review/

[satoshi-mochida]

Publisher The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild and developer Spry Fox have announced slife-of-life camping game Cozy Grove for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store). It will launch in the first half of 2021.

Here is an overview of the game, via The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild:

About

Cozy Grove is a slice-of-life game about camping on a haunted island! You are a Spirit Scout, exploring every day to find new hidden secrets and helping the spectral inhabitants of this small paradise. Each ghost you meet has their own needs, but it’s not just the afterlife you have to worry about! There are still-living locals of the island that have their own adventures they’d like you to go on, so pitch your tent and get to work. You’ll cook, fish, and camp alongside some bear-y happy helpers to bring joy to this terrific tropical community. These helpers are, in fact, literal bears.

Cozy Grove is the newest game from Spry Fox, known for making Triple Town, Road Not Taken, and Alphabear!

Key Features

Beautiful, dynamic, hand-drawn landscapes that come alive when you help a spirit in need.

Dozens of memorable characters and spirits for you to find and befriend. Each spirit has a unique, extensive story for you to unravel over time.

Collect spirit animals, craft decorations, go fishing and more!

40-plus hour campaign filled with side quests, designed to span months of playtime.

Watch the announcement trailer below.

[cinematografieliebhaber]

Während ich mich langsam um die eigene Achse drehe, sehe ich mir die verschiedenen Laser-Waffen an, die diesen Raum schmücken. Es ist ein tödlicher Schmuck und ich muss auf die andere Seite, damit ich das Logbuch der Weltraumstation lesen kann. Ich glaube, ich sehe meine Chance. Autsch! Leider war ich zu langsam. Auf ein Neues! Ich spiele Space Otter Charlie.

[dr-iphone]

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Epic Games Store 在本週放送的遊戲是西雅圖遊戲團隊 The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild 開發的《Freshly Frosted》，這款遊戲讓玩家解決甜甜圈工廠中的謎題！另外，也將在大亂鬥遊戲《Rumble Club》發放免費遊戲獎金。玩家們只要把握在 2024 年 6 月 27 日深夜 23:00 前登入 Epic Games 帳號並獲取遊戲，就能永久擁有這款遊戲唷！ Continue reading 【限時免費】甜甜圈解謎遊戲《Freshly Frosted》和《Rumble Club》 遊戲獎金放送中，2024 年 6 月 27 日深夜 23:00 截止

[miketendo-64]

[EXPlay] Space Otter Charlie (Nintendo Switch)

Sea mammals brave to go where they have never been before... in Otter Space! Check out our #EXPlay of #SpaceOtterCharlie coming to #NintendoSwitch @SpaceOtterC @QuantumApG

Welcome to EXPlay, (Explain & Play) the review series where we care not for scores but tell it how it is when it comes to every game we get our hands on, whilst also taking the time to include some lengthy gameplay, to give you the reader, the chance to shape your own impressions and views whilst watching and reading. In this installment, we’re covering Space Otter Charlie by developer Wayward…

[mazoga-the-dork]

I was lucky enough to receive a free copy of this game directly from Quantum Astrophysicists’ Guild, the publishers behind this and many other games including the fiendish puzzler Deleveled. Today I will share with you some gameplay from the beginning, not a huge amount though because I want you to experience this game for yourself.