LONDON — In an era where high-octane shooters and sprawling open-world epics often dominate the headlines, a quieter, more tactile revolution is taking place in the indie development scene. Spilt Milk Studios, a veteran London-based developer, is currently celebrating a significant milestone: their latest project, Trash Goblin, has officially surpa
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Headline: The Rise of the ‘Cosy’ Sim: Trash Goblin Surpasses Funding Goals as Spilt Milk Studios Enters Final 24 Hours of Kickstarter Campaign
By Digital Industry Correspondent The independent gaming landscape is witnessing a significant milestone as Trash Goblin, a "cosy" trinket-cleaning simulator developed by Spilt Milk Studios, has officially surged past its primary funding target on Kickstarter. As of January 9, 2024, the project has secured 124% of its initial goal with on
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