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Dono’s Tale gets playable demo
A playable demo for the upcoming 2D platformer Dono's Tale is now available. The game, inspired by SNES classics, features a cartoony aesthetic and music from composer Soyo Oka. Dono's Tale is set to launch on PC and Nintendo Switch, with Xbox and PlayStation versions planned for later.
Indie Dev's Honest Post-Launch Letter Wins Hearts After Troubled Release | HappyGamer
Indie developer Neyunse, creator of the visual novel Roses of Love, has published a candid letter acknowledging the game's troubled launch after seven years of development. The developer takes responsibility for issues with content and story refinement, expressing a commitment to learning from mistakes for future releases. The honest approach, which also credits collaborators like claire from NoranekoGames and the translation team, has been praised by the gaming community as a refreshing departure from typical corporate PR.
Black Omens: House of Crimson Silk Launches With Cryptic Story
Nimbus Games has released Black Omens: House of Crimson Silk on itch.io with a focus on cryptic storytelling and gothic themes, eschewing traditional marketing. The developers are relying on poetic language and mystery to attract players who enjoy deep narrative layers. This experimental release strategy on itch.io aims to build organic word-of-mouth for the narrative-heavy indie game.
Conservation of Bass Turns Physics Into Playful Gaming
Conservation of Bass is a new indie game developed by emlise, available on itch.io, that uses the principle of conservation of mass as its core gameplay mechanic. The puzzle platformer transforms abstract physics concepts into an interactive and playful experience, appealing to both science enthusiasts and gamers looking for unique challenges. The game represents a growing trend of indie titles focusing on educational content and experimental design.
Brazilian Action Platformer 'CODE Bunny' To Receive Free Director's Cut Update in 2026
Developer Team Seventh Star and publisher Nuntius Games have announced a free 'Director's Cut' update for their action platformer CODE Bunny, scheduled for release in 2026. This update will introduce three new playable characters and new campaign content. The game, currently available on PC, is also planned for future releases on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
New PC Horror Point-and-Click Cult Vacui Is a Race Against the Clock
The point-and-click survival horror game Cult Vacui has been released on PC platforms including Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and itch.io. Developed by Dionous Games and LBRTY Games, the game features handcrafted pixel art and is set on the island of Barra, Scotland, where players must race against time to stop a cult ritual.
Indie developer PD_CGT has announced LURRUNA - The Island of Towering Automatons.
Indie developer PD_CGT has announced LURRUNA - The Island of Towering Automatons, an action-platformer inspired by Classicvania titles. Players control Dafne, a crash-landed pilot fighting with arcing bombs on a mysterious island. The game will feature 6 stages, 12 bosses, multiple difficulty levels, and will be released on Steam and Itch.io this summer.
Cult Vacui is Out Now on Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and itch.io.
Dionous Games and LBRTY games have released Cult Vacui, a point-and-click adventure with survival horror elements, on Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and itch.io. Players must survive a night on a remote Scottish island after a cult ritual goes awry, with a free demo available on Steam.
Missing The Point, the Surreal Fishing Game Designed to be Finished in a Single Session
The fishing game Missing The Point, developed by Burner Phone and published by In The Keep, is now available on PC (Steam, Itch.io) and PlayStation 5. Designed to be completed in a single session, the game features a branching narrative, hand-painted art, and a dynamic soundscape, priced at $7.99 USD.
Read the Rules. Escape the Dungeon.
isu will release the top-down grid puzzle game 'GRID CRYPT' on Steam and itch.io on April 23, 2026, for PC. The game features over 70 stages with a playtime of approximately 2 hours and is priced at $2.99.
AI Evaluates Player "Attitude" – UNDEFINED: ILS Puzzle Prototype Now Free on itch.io
The prototype for UNDEFINED: ILS, a minimalist puzzle adventure game that uses a local Large Language Model to evaluate player responses to visual incompleteness, is now available for free on itch.io. The game, developed by Kamekichi, features real-time AI judgment with natural language explanations and player behavior patterns that influence the outcome. A full Steam version is planned for Autumn 2026.
‘1997 RELOADED’: The "Enhanced Comic" Mystery Reimagining the '90s Music Scene Arrives June 4th
Gaigo Studio announced that their kinetic visual novel '1997 RELOADED: Or, Whatever Happened to Andy Quinn?' will be released on Steam and itch.io on June 4th. The game is described as an 'enhanced comic' that blends visual novel elements with a mystery narrative set in an alternate 1990s where Grunge never happened. It features over 2,000 illustrations and an original soundtrack.
Indie Darling Myosotis Beams Up to Steam After Year of Itch.io Success
Indie game Myosotis: My Life Is Not Yours to Take has successfully transitioned from itch.io to Steam after a year of success on the former platform. Developer Try_Froggery expressed gratitude to the community for their support, highlighting the addition of achievements for players. This success story exemplifies the growing trend of indie games using platforms like itch.io as testing grounds before a wider release on Steam, emphasizing the importance of community momentum and organic support.
The first demo for ‘Less Miserables’ is unleashed!
College Fun Games has released a demo for their upcoming point-and-click parody game, Less Miserables, which is an unfaithful adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel. The demo is available now on Steam and Itch.io, with a Kickstarter campaign planned for April 2nd and a full release in Q1 2027 for PC, Linux, and iOS.
Journey Into the Heart of Ojibwe Culture in Reclaim! Azhe-giiwewining, Out Today on Steam and itch.io
Grassroots Indigenous Multimedia has released their debut point-and-click adventure game, Reclaim! Azhe-giiwewining, on PC via Steam and itch.io. The game aims to support indigenous language revitalization by immersing players in Ojibwe culture and language through puzzles and storytelling. It is available for $14.99 with a launch week discount.
DeeSicks: Build Your Own Bullet Hell Boss | Demo Out Now
ByteRockers' Games has launched DeeSicks on Steam, following a successful demo release on itch.io. The game combines physics-based dice rolling with bullet hell combat, allowing players to build their loadouts before engaging in intense boss fights. DeeSicks focuses on power escalation rather than pure survival, offering a unique take on the genre.
Best Horror Games On Itch.io – March 2026
This article highlights some of the best horror games available on the Itch.io platform, covering a variety of subgenres. It aims to help players discover new and unique horror experiences from independent developers.
MEGASPHERE - New trailer for this promising "Roguevania" with destructible environments!
A new trailer for the ambitious 'Roguevania' MegaSphere showcases its lighting engine, gunfights, and music. Developed by Anton Kudin, the game features destructible environments, a sci-fi story, and is available in Early Access on Steam, Itch.io, and Humble Store. The article also draws comparisons to System Shock 2 and Dead Cells.
First Impressions: The Last Phoenix, a Free Indie Platformer RPG Demo
The Last Phoenix is a free indie demo that blends Terraria and Downwell mechanics with a dark fantasy narrative and a unique reincarnation system. Players control a goblin named Felix, whose deaths fuel a demonic skill tree, offering a rewarding progression despite frequent failures. The game features handcrafted pixel art, a hybrid combat system, and procedurally generated levels, all developed by a solo indie creator.
