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fromPolygon
2 months ago

3 things game creators can learn from the Balatro dev's diary

Game development requires listening to playtesters for valuable feedback.
Hiring expert help can significantly improve the development process.
Managing personal health is crucial during intense development phases.
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Steam's most popular indie game of 2025 is a bigger deal than Assassin's Creed Shadows

Schedule I, an indie game, has achieved remarkable success, selling two million copies on Steam and challenging AAA titles in popularity.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Split Fiction's Josef Fares Says Publishers Should "Really Trust The Developer"

Josef Fares advocates for strong developer vision and publisher trust to foster innovative game development.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Playdate Season 2 Lineup Includes New Game From Into The Breach Devs

Subset Games' Fulcrum Defender highlights personal motivation behind game development amid struggles with long COVID.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Fundraising

Indie studio Heart Machine is experimenting with Patreon because 'money is tough to come by'

Video games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

3 things game creators can learn from the Balatro dev's diary

Game development requires listening to playtesters for valuable feedback.
Hiring expert help can significantly improve the development process.
Managing personal health is crucial during intense development phases.
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Steam's most popular indie game of 2025 is a bigger deal than Assassin's Creed Shadows

Schedule I, an indie game, has achieved remarkable success, selling two million copies on Steam and challenging AAA titles in popularity.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Split Fiction's Josef Fares Says Publishers Should "Really Trust The Developer"

Josef Fares advocates for strong developer vision and publisher trust to foster innovative game development.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Playdate Season 2 Lineup Includes New Game From Into The Breach Devs

Subset Games' Fulcrum Defender highlights personal motivation behind game development amid struggles with long COVID.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Fundraising

Indie studio Heart Machine is experimenting with Patreon because 'money is tough to come by'

#video-games
fromEngadget
1 month ago
Video games

2025 Hugo Award game finalists include Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Dragon Age: The Veilguard

fromEngadget
1 month ago
Video games

2025 Hugo Award game finalists include Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and Dragon Age: The Veilguard

#puzzle-games
fromGame Informer
16 hours ago
Video games

The 2025 Summer Showcase Schedule

Gaming showcases are back for summer, focusing on both indie and mainstream titles.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

The New Highest-Rated Game Of 2025 Is One You Might Not Know

Blue Prince is the highest-rated game of 2025 on Metacritic, praised for its innovative roguelike puzzle mechanics.
Video games
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

The New Highest-Rated Game Of 2025 Is One You Might Not Know

Blue Prince is the highest-rated game of 2025 on Metacritic, praised for its innovative roguelike puzzle mechanics.
#game-announcements
fromEngadget
3 days ago
Video games

Chaotic deliveries, colorful co-op action RPGs and other new indie games worth checking out

Video games
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Chaotic deliveries, colorful co-op action RPGs and other new indie games worth checking out

Lost in Cult's Editions emphasizes physical game preservation with a focus on offline play and limited-edition releases.
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Six One Indie's Latest Showcase Proves Cool-Looking Games Don't Need To Cost $80

These titles might be made by smaller teams working on a much smaller budget compared to their AAA counterparts, but they contain every bit the charm and artistry.
Video games
#gaming
Video games
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

May 2025's Gaming Lineup Is So Stacked, It Might Actually Make Your Pricey Gaming Rig Worth It

May 2023 features an exciting lineup of indie and action games including Doom: The Dark Ages and To a T.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Beer

Steam's latest viral hit with a higher 24-hour player peak than Monster Hunter Wilds is a game about selling baggies of "OG Kush" to guys called Mick Lubbin

Video games
fromInverse
3 weeks ago

May 2025's Gaming Lineup Is So Stacked, It Might Actually Make Your Pricey Gaming Rig Worth It

May 2023 features an exciting lineup of indie and action games including Doom: The Dark Ages and To a T.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Beer

Steam's latest viral hit with a higher 24-hour player peak than Monster Hunter Wilds is a game about selling baggies of "OG Kush" to guys called Mick Lubbin

fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Lost in Cult's new Editions publishing label is about art and games preservation

Editions aims to celebrate and preserve indie games, providing physical releases with artistic enhancements, reminiscent of both Limited Run Games and the Criterion Collection.
Board games
#game-review
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a studio's debut RPG that exceeds all expectations

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 uniquely blends narrative depth with RPG elements, offering players an immersive experience in a haunting dystopian world.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Board games

Remastered Eldritch terror, a fantasy life sim and other new indie games worth checking out

Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a studio's debut RPG that exceeds all expectations

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 uniquely blends narrative depth with RPG elements, offering players an immersive experience in a haunting dystopian world.
fromEngadget
1 week ago
Board games

Remastered Eldritch terror, a fantasy life sim and other new indie games worth checking out

fromKotaku
1 week ago

The Midnight Walk Is Perfect For A Creepy Night In

The Midnight Walk subverts expectations by pulling at your heartstrings just as much, if not more, than it tries to make you jump.
Video games
fromInverse
1 week ago

Steam's Most Adorable New Game Lets You Hang With Pokemon-Like Critters On Your PC

When you boot up Whimside, it sits at the bottom of your monitor, showing a field full of critters romping around. Unlike in Pokémon, there isn't an encyclopedia full of bespoke monsters.
Pets
#gaming-industry
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago

Palworld's next big update is a Terraria collab - something Pokemon would never do

"Tides of Terraria" will bring creatures from Terraria into Palworld, allowing players to catch, train, and battle these new Pals, expanding gameplay dynamics.
Video games
fromPolygon
2 weeks ago

Drop Duchy looks like Tetris, feels like Dicey Dungeons, and pulls you in like Balatro

Drop Duchy combines board-building and roguelite mechanics to create a new and appealing gaming experience that emphasizes strategy and replayability.
Board games
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
3 weeks ago

A creative dad turned his kid's artwork into a video game, and you have to see the results

Odd Dorable is a cozy, non-violent puzzle adventure game inspired by a child's artwork, aiming to foster exploration and nostalgia.
fromGame Informer
3 weeks ago

Shotgun Cop Man, Promise Mascot Agency, And More New Games To Watch

Shotgun Cop Man feels like an ultra-refined follow-up to My Friend Pedro, as a shotgun-wielding cop on a mission to take down Satan.
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Video games
fromVG247
3 weeks ago

BrokenLore: Don't Watch is a surreal indie horror that offers an intriguing and visceral tale about the effects of social withdrawal

Serafini Productions introduces BrokenLore: Don't Watch, a psychological horror experience centered on isolation and the Hikkikomori phenomenon.
#video-game-industry
fromInverse
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo Is Making One Big Change That Could Make Life Harder For Independent Games

from48 hills
2 months ago
Video games

Lo-fi, free-form and plant-based: Game Developers Conference's indie offerings - 48 hills

fromInverse
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo Is Making One Big Change That Could Make Life Harder For Independent Games

from48 hills
2 months ago
Video games

Lo-fi, free-form and plant-based: Game Developers Conference's indie offerings - 48 hills

Video games
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Amazon Prime Members Get These 23 Free Games In May

Prime Gaming offers a diverse lineup of free games in May, including Star Wars titles and Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus.
#rpg
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

Mycopunk is an upbeat love letter to extraction shooters

"Mycopunk combines frenetic action with extensive customization, allowing players to choose weapons and abilities freely, enhancing both strategy and chaos in each run."
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fromGameSpot
4 weeks ago

Game Release Overshadowed By Oblivion Remastered Is Jokingly Being "Re-released"

Oblivion Remastered's surprise launch overshadowed other indie titles released on the same day.
Raw Fury announces a humorous re-release for Post Trauma to cope with the competition.
#charity
Video games
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

How an animation studio is creating the bold fantasy world of Absolum: I meet the artists and animators behind the video game's development

Indie game trailers are increasingly utilizing lavish 2D animations, highlighting partnerships between game developers and animation studios.
#gameplay-mechanics
Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

MainFrames is a charming platformer that takes place inside computers

MainFrames combines cute aesthetics and innovative mechanics in a brief yet engaging platforming experience.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Snowboarding

over the hill, the off-roading game so chill it refuses to acknowledge capital letters, puts out its first gameplay trailer

Video games
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

MainFrames is a charming platformer that takes place inside computers

MainFrames combines cute aesthetics and innovative mechanics in a brief yet engaging platforming experience.
fromVG247
1 month ago
Snowboarding

over the hill, the off-roading game so chill it refuses to acknowledge capital letters, puts out its first gameplay trailer

#game-design
fromEngadget
1 month ago

The rhythm-infused adventure Unbeatable has a new demo for PC and PS5

In the latest evidence that indie games are often where you find the boldest creative choices, look no further than Unbeatable.
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Board games
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Five standout games revealed at today's Triple-i Showcase

The Triple-i Initiative highlights indie games without ads, showcasing pure gameplay experiences.
This year's showcase features notable titles like Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core and Endless Legend 2.
Video games
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Astro Bot Wins Best Game at BAFTA Games Awards 2025: Full List of Winners

Astro Bot won five BAFTA awards, including Best Game, highlighting its industry impact and acclaim.
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Get Classic Tomb Raider Adventures And Seven More Games For Just $12 At Humble This Month

Humble Choice subscribers can enjoy a lineup of classic and indie PC games, including Tomb Raider I-III Remastered and Dredge, for a monthly fee.
Beer
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

7 cool indie games from GDC 2025

In just a 10-minute demo, I was really starting to get the hang of using my shooting star's momentum to perfectly swing around a star to make elaborate and high-scoring constellations.
Video games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

10 great Steam Spring Sale games to grab at a discount

The Steam Spring Sale offers PC gamers an exciting opportunity to save on top titles, featuring daily flash sales on popular games from March 15 to 20.
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Video games
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree gets Nebula Awards nom

The Nebula Awards include notable nominations in video game writing, highlighting the growing recognition of narrative in gaming.
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