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Blaze Entertainment Announced Indie Heroes Collection 2 for Evercade

— January 3, 2023 — Pop Culture
Blaze Entertainment announced the 'Indie Heroes Collection 2' game cartridge for its 'Evercade' ecosystem of gaming devices. The Evercade lineup currently includes the 'Evercade Handheld,' 'Evercade VS,' and 'Evercade EXP.' However, the original handheld has recently been retired in favor of its successor, the EXP.

The Indie Heroes Collection 2 and its predecessor focus on bringing modern games with retro-inspired graphics and themes to the retro gaming console. These games were developed for retro consoles in the modern era, continuing a popular trend of homebrew titles for fan-favorite consoles. For example, 'Eyra, The Crow Maiden,' is an action platformer developed in 2022 for the Sega MegaDrive.

This Indie Heroes Collection brings 12 games for Evercade owners to enjoy. Additionally, the cartridge is compatible with all systems in the Evercade family. This cartridge releases on January 31st, 2023, at an MSRP of $29.99

Image Credit: Blaze Entertainment
Trend Themes
1. Retro-inspired Gaming - Developing modern games with retro graphics and themes for retro gaming consoles provides an opportunity for game developers to tap into the nostalgia of gamers and create unique gaming experiences.
2. Homebrew Game Development - The trend of homebrew game development for fan-favorite consoles provides an opportunity for independent game developers to showcase their talents and offer new gaming experiences to retro gamers.
3. Gaming Console Ecosystems - Creating a range of gaming devices that work together in a seamless ecosystem provides an opportunity for gaming companies to increase their user base and provide greater flexibility and choice for gamers.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - The gaming industry has the opportunity to tap into the nostalgia of gamers and create modern games with retro graphics and themes for retro gaming consoles.
2. Independent Game Development - The trend of homebrew game development provides an opportunity for independent game developers to create and sell games for fan-favorite retro consoles and expand their reach to retro gamers.
3. Consumer Electronics Industry - Creating a range of gaming devices that work together in a seamless ecosystem provides an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create a loyal user base and increase revenue streams through the sale of gaming devices and accessories.
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