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Gaming Video Game Reviews LetsPlaySomeDemos LPSD AlteredAlma Grimshire OldWorld ShapeOfDreams Gameplay MonriaTitans WGS

Welcome to Part 28 of the Let's Play Some Demos!|LPSD series!
For those who are new, I aim to provide commentary and feedback on game demos for educational purposes! In addition, with how saturated Steam is, let's get these Indie games some attention, shall we (and the occasional AAA game I think isn't getting enough attention)?

RULES!
Typically, there are 4 demos. Each demo gets 30 minutes, not including the adjustment of settings and character creation. I might up it to 5 and/or play a great game for longer if there are technical issues. Or a demo finishes before the timer goes off.
And NO AI's spit, aka. plagiarism laundering.

Today, I, attempted, to play 4 demos for your enjoyment:
1. Altered Alma by 2Awesome Studio - Available: Coming soon: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3119940/Altered_Alma_Demo
Altered Alma combines the beloved classic Metroidvania formula with RPG elements, dating sim features, a slick pixel-art presentation, and a gripping story. Whether you want to beat up bad guys, find love, or just explore the beautiful cyberpunk cityscape, Neo Barcelona awaits!
2. Grimshire by Acute Owl Studio - Available: Q2 2025: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2794290/Grimshire_Demo
A deadly plague threatens the village of Grimshire. Manage your farmland, forage the bounty of the wilds, prevent your harvest from rotting away and keep the root cellar full. Can you help bring the community together and survive?
3. Old World by Mohawk Games - Available: https://store.steampowered.com/app/597180/Old_World
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
4. Shape of Dreams by Lizard Smoothie - Available: 2025: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2992820/Shape_of_Dreams_Demo
Shape of Dreams is a unique game that blends action roguelite with MOBA-style gameplay. Venture into the dream world, edit your hero's Memories, and create your own champion. Face all challenges solo, or play with friends in up to 4-player co-op.

Why was it an "attempt" to play? Because Old World made me rage quit. And, after looking back at the footage, what I needed was, almost, right in front of my face. I even moused over it at one point, and it didn't register. 1-800-MYY-BAAD. To a point.

I recorded an additional video so as to revisit the demo: https://rumble.com/v6shrgd-lets-try-a-demo-again-old-world.html

Overall, I want all of them, and they are on my wishlist.

For anyone interested in a mini-review, it will be available on the Opinions & Truth | O&T blog later today, or this week: https://wp.me/p6f7OZ-czd

If you don't see *Part 28* when you click the link, it means I'm still working on it. Feel free to look at other videos while you wait!
https://opinionsandtruth.wordpress.com/category/ot/wgs/videos

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CAUSE OF THE MONTH
The theme for April is ADtistic (ADHD + Autistic) Awareness Month, so, the Causes of the Month are ADDitude and The Color of Autism.
For more details, click here: https://wp.me/P6f7OZ-1wc

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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Welcome Gamers!
2:16 - Demos' Intro
5:35 - Altered Alma
46:28 - Grimshire
1:20:02 - Old World
1:36:45 - Shape of Dreams
2:26:50 - Demos Line Up
2:29:41 - Quick Critique/Thank You/Links
2:34:14 - Rendezvous Point Bookshop Plug/Viewing
2:35:57 - Up Next: Let's Play Some NSFW Demos! - Part 6/Password: LPSNWD 6^
2:37:34 - Farewell