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Summer Game Fest Praise Sparks Indie Developer Concerns

6/8/2025

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Keighley Praises Indie

At the Summer Game Fest, Geoff Keighley lauded the indie game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, highlighting its creation by a small team of under 30 developers. Yet, this praise sparked concern among developers, who fear it undermines the vital roles of external contractors, risking a culture that could worsen working conditions across the gaming industry.

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Developer Addresses Feedback

"Forever Skies" has taken flight but not without turbulence, as mixed reviews reveal player disappointment over its repetitive gameplay and technical glitches. Developer Far From Home is listening, vowing to address these concerns and actively seeking community feedback to elevate the gaming experience. Hope remains for a brighter horizon ahead!

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Keighley Praises Indie

At the Summer Game Fest, Geoff Keighley lauded the indie game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, highlighting its creation by a small team of under 30 developers. Yet, this praise sparked concern among developers, who fear it undermines the vital roles of external contractors, risking a culture that could worsen working conditions across the gaming industry.

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