From what I recall, the red flags included stuff like giving the IP away of activists, having access to private keys while claiming e2e, and taking more info than they claim. I am busy atm, but i can find some links to sources when I get a chance.
Noita, Streets of Rogue, and Dwarf Fortress are some of favorite games.
I haven’t played it, but Animal Well looks great.
It’s not a pixel game, but because it has Sims 1 graphics, I think Project Zomboid should get a special mention.
experimental: pizza with candy toppings and savory sauces plus anchovies.
lo-fi chillhop: warm apple pie
you’re right! hmm, I wonder how many pixel art games there are that have eventually evolved into a different form like 2.5D or even 3D