Here are my picks of what is happening on macOS.
Couple of bigger games. Couple of oddly low key well known franchise tie-ins. Plus a load of indies. Definitely feels like a month for smaller games. Should be different in December as there are some high profile games due out.
Vampire Survivors variants still coming thick and fast (even NSFW ones), now joined by some Suika clones. I listed one of each but plenty to choose from. I challenge indie devs to find a satisfying way to combine VS and Suika. Could be fun.
Astral Ascent
“Choose one of four heroes and explore the Garden, an astral prison guarded by 12 powerful mystical bosses: the Zodiacs. Challenge them with dozens of unique spells and faithful friends by your side to unfold the story of this platform roguelite with lightning fast combat.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation
Available from GOG, Steam, and console stores.
Backpack Hero
“The inventory management roguelike! Collect rare items, organize your backpack, and vanquish your foes!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch (PlayStation and Xbox announced)
Available from GOG, Steam, Epic, Itch, and console stores.
Bzzzt
“Jump into the retro-future world with the nostalgic arcade journey of a tiny robot ZX8000! Experience an engaging story, upgrade your robotic abilities, challenge yourself in stages full of ever-changing gameplay mechanics and compete with other players in global and friends leaderboards.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, and Steam.
Cosmic Collapse
“It is time to tidy up the solar system. Can’t have all these planets laying around. Shove planets into each other to make bigger planets. No stress, take your time. Like Suika Game but more forgiving and extra features. Play strategically to trigger insane combos. Earn missiles to get out of tricky situations. Totally accurate simulation of celestial bodies.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • PICO-8 (mobile version in dev)
Available from Itch.
Death Must Die
“Descend the nether in search of Death himself! Choose from God-given powers to slay his hordes of minions. Unlock new heroes, collect powerful items and create game-breaking synergies in this roguelite hack and slash survivors game.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam. (EARLY ACCESS)
Dune: Imperium
“The award-winning board game of strategy and intrigue in the iconic universe of Dune. The Spice must flow.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam. (EARLY ACCESS)
Enypnion Redreamed
“Enter a surreal adventure that delves deep into the subconscious mind of a young boy. Guided by a dream spirit, solve puzzles and explore a realm of eerie wonder, as you find your way back into the waking world. An illusory adventure redreamed!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, Steam, and Epic.
Football Manager 2024
“Build a world-class team ready to dominate your rivals in football’s most prestigious competitions. Progress never stops when you’re pursuing footballing greatness.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam, and Epic.
Godzilla Voxel Wars
“Get ready to battle using your brain! A full-fledged turn-based strategy game with a difficulty level: GODZILLA! Godzilla, Mothra, King Ghidorah, and more are here to rampage across an 8×8 grid! Control Toho monsters and save the world from the Fungoid mushroom invasion!”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam, and Epic.
The Iron Oath
“Command, endure, and prosper in The Iron Oath, a turn-based tactical RPG where the fate of your mercenary company rests on your decisions. Customize your roster, build your renown, and discover the secrets that await in the medieval fantasy realm of Caelum.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
The Legend of Santa
“Run and jump through the North Pole on a quest to take back Santa’s Workshop from the evil South Pole Troll and save Christmas!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Android
Available from Steam, and Itch.
Loddlenaut
“Play as an interstellar custodian sent to clean up a polluted ocean planet. Pick up trash, explore the vibrant waters, and take care of axolotl-like alien creatures!”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
Ratopia
“New game with combined genre of strategic survival, Sandbox, and city building simulation. Enjoy the simulation with vast world to adventure with a great number of contents. Build your own economical system to sustain your ideal city of Ratopia.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam. (EARLY ACCESS)
Slay the Princess
“You’re on a path in the woods, and at the end of that path is a cabin. And in the basement of that cabin is a Princess. You’re here to slay her. If you don’t, it will be the end of the world.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, and Steam.
SnowRunner
macOS version now available.
“Get ready for the next-generation off-road experience! Drive powerful vehicles and overcome extreme open environments to complete dozens of challenging missions solo or with up to 3 friends!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Steam, Epic, App Store, and console stores.
The Will of Arthur Flabbington
“A comedy point-and-click adventure game about a dead uncle, a hidden treasure, a reluctant ghost sidekick, old people and pizza.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from GOG, Steam, and Itch.
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