UK based Introversion, creators of the hit independent title, Darwinia are having trouble finding a retail publisher. Introversion lead designer, Chris Delay, claimed “[U.S.] Publishers aren’t really interested,” in a Next Gen interview. This case of U.S. publisher cold-feet is curious, considering that Darwinia holds the coveted PC Gamer Must Buy and IGN Editor’s Choice awards, among several other mainstream awards.

Masahiro Sakurai, the man behind Kirby, Super Smash Bros., and Meteos, has created an independent development studio, Sora. In an Edge interview, Sakurai reveals, “[Meteos] was created by one designer, one graphic artist and one programmer, and took three days.” Read on for more about Sakurai on Meteos.

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What is it about the digital realm that spawns festering thievery? What turns the common man into a thief without conscience? I explore the darkening days of digital distribution in my essay, To Catch a Thief, which can be found in the Essays portion of this site.

Speaking from the perspective of a consumer sick of playing the same old drivel, I challenge game developers to create new and fresh entertainment in my essay, Green Beans. The gaming industry is in serious need of revitalization, running the risk of the same stagnation the early 80’s witnessed and the accompanying video game crash. If the industry doesn’t steer itself the customers will, and it’s not going to be pleasant. You can read Green Beans in the Essays portion of this site.