AIE students showcase their games at PAX 2024
Published on: October 9, 2024
At PAX this year, AIE students flexed their game development skills in a big way, turning heads and grabbing attention with some seriously killer games. The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) crew rolled in with everything from fast-paced action titles to mind-bending puzzle games, and the crowd couldn’t get enough.
These AIE students weren’t just showing off some basic projects; they came locked and loaded with polished, innovative games that could hold their own against anything on the floor. Their booths were packed as players lined up to dive into their worlds. Whether it was a wild co-op experience or a visually stunning platformer, these game developers proved they’re ready for the big leagues.
What made the AIE student games stand out? It wasn’t just flashy graphics or cool mechanics (though they had those, too) – it was the raw passion and creativity. You could see it in the way they interacted with players, taking feedback and sharing the backstory of their game development journey. Watching the AIE students light up when people got hooked on their creations was pure gold.
PAX was just the beginning for these future game dev stars. With the skills they’ve honed at AIE and the buzz they generated at PAX, it’s clear they’re leveling up fast. If you missed them this year, you’ll definitely want to keep your eyes on these rising talents. The next big thing in game development might just come from AIE!
Here are the games
CastleCab
Developed by Royal Reign
Castle Cab is designed for fun, inclusive experiences with friends and family of all skill levels. Its intuitive controls make it easy for everyone to play, while engaging and humorous content caters to various ages. With diverse gameplay modes, there's something for every play style.
Dungeons & Dining Tables
Developed by Catalyst Games
Dungeons and Dining Tables is a Cozy-Adventure RPG that takes inspiration from the cozy nature of home decorating with aesthetically pleasing furniture pieces and the fast-paced contrast of exciting 3rd person combat across procedural generated levels in a fantasy world made of megalithic furniture mountains and populated by kleptomaniac creatures out to ruin your day.
Deadbeat Wizard
Developed by MegaRealm
Deadbeat Wizard is a twin stick detective shooter, that has you play as freelance wizard Garth, and his winged rat familiar Pigeon. Join the pair on episodic adventures as they uncover occult conspiracies and fight magical monsters.
Soul Trader
Developed by Dunno Games
Explore the Necromancer’s Convention as you recruit new minions and upgrade cards in this light-hearted rogue-like deckbuilder.
Viva La Grind
Developed by Masked Moonlight Interactive
Viva La Grind is a third-person action-platformer game where the player must use their stylish movement skills and a pair of high-tech roller blades to free their city from a mechanized corporation.
Cube
Developed by Ru McPharlin and Daniel D'Cruz
Explore a mysterious world as the titular CUBE. Solve puzzles and become bigger!
Redline
Developed by Dogleg Games
A high-octane zero-gravity racer, harness your opponent’s redline energy for explosive boosts and level the racing field!
Use twin stick steering to race solo or against friends in up to four player local split-screen.
Codfather
Developed by HueShift
Codfather is a first-person arena shooter set in a sunken Venetian city, featuring two playable teams: the Italian mob’s deep-sea divers versus the Shark mafia. Use fast-paced movement and fish-themed weaponry to fight for control over a vibrant underwater city.
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