There was a time when making a game with production values matching major studios required tens of millions of dollars, bespoke proprietary engines, and a team of hundreds of developers. That era is officially over. Today, the gap between a massive AA studio and a core team of three working
A Conversation with David Yagi from Genun Games — One of the Cofounders of Ascent Rivals At Monolith, we love shining a spotlight on passionate creators who push boundaries in gaming. Today, we’re excited to feature David Yagi from Genun Games, one of the developers behind Ascent Rivals—a high-octane multiplayer
If you grew up gaming in the 80s or 90s, you probably remember the absolute ritual of opening a new game box. Before you even popped the cartridge into the console, you flipped through the glossy pages of the physical manual. Those booklets weren’t just for button layouts they were
From clunky tank controls to full-body VR terror, horror games didn’t just scare us, they reshaped how we play games entirely. Horror is the only genre that can make you hesitate before opening a door. Not because you lack skill, and not because the game is unfair, but because your
Monolith Gaming is stepping into 2026 with a clear message: this is the year independent studios redefine the gaming landscape. Across every genre and platform, indie developers are outpacing expectations, out innovating major publishers, and capturing the imagination of players hungry for originality. This isn’t hype. This isn’t wishful thinking.
The gaming industry has long been dominated by big studios, companies with massive budgets, massive teams, and massive marketing campaigns. From AAA blockbusters to franchise sequels, the expectation has always been that bigger is better. But in recent years, a new contender has emerged: indie games. Small studios, solo developers,
Working closely with weekly game news and upcoming release coverage has been both a blessing and a curse. On one hand, I get early looks at exciting projects and hidden gems. On the other? My wishlist has completely spiraled out of control. I used to pride myself on keeping it
