Indie Game
Ongoing coverage on Indie Game.
Latest coverage
People of Note Review 👩🎤
People of Note is a stylish indie musical RPG that combines music and role-playing elements with a journey to assemble a band across genre-inspired lands. The game features excellent visuals, a strong soundtrack, memorable characters, and music-themed combat and puzzles, though the overall difficulty is low and some puzzles lack clear direction.
I want to live in Nippet's charming, silly hidden objects world
Nippets is a new hand-drawn hidden object game from developer Blink Industries, released today on Steam. The game invites players to interact with charming, silly worlds by poking, prodding, and swiping to solve small problems and find missing objects. It offers a relaxing experience with a playtime of around three hours.
Rescue Your Dog in Co-Op Cave Adventure Pratfall, Coming to Steam This Month
Pratfall, a co-op action-adventure indie game from developer Quad Head, is set to release on PC via Steam on April 20th, 2026. Players will work together to rescue a dog that has fallen into a cave system, navigating procedurally generated biomes filled with traps and hazards. The game supports up to four players online and will launch with a 20% discount.
Dead As Disco is Blowing Up - Viral Rhythm Brawler with 300M+ views hits 1M players and has a big announcement at Triple-i Initiative Showcase
The viral rhythm brawler Dead As Disco has surpassed 1.2 million players and garnered over 300 million views across social media. Developer Brain Jar Games, founded by industry veterans, will reveal major news about the game at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase on April 9th. The game features music-synced combat, custom music integration, and a strong emphasis on player creativity.
Defrost Reveals First Trailer
Indie developer Radiant Bear Games has released the first trailer for Defrost, a 3D third-person exploration game set inside a melting fridge. The trailer showcases the game's unique world, gameplay mechanics including exploration and ability upgrades, and unusual characters. Defrost is planned for release on PC via Steam, with a demo expected at a later date.
Akuma’s Bloodrain Slashes Onto Steam With Japanese Demon Action
Akuma's Bloodrain, a 2.5D action game inspired by Doom and featuring Japanese demons and cyberpunk aesthetics, has launched on Steam. Developed by the brother duo behind Sensengames, known for their genre-bending typing-hybrid titles, this game focuses on fast-paced ninja-like combat with a distinct blood trail mechanic. The developers are actively engaging with players for feedback, aiming to create a unique experience that blends cultural mythology with modern gameplay.
Exploration-Based Survival Horror Game Tache Noire Lands on Steam
Indie studio StitchedCliffs has released the exploration-based survival horror game Tache Noire on PC via Steam. The game features a non-linear structure, adaptive combat mechanics, and multiple choices leading to different endings, all set in the town of Lucenille where players search for missing friends.
Crunchyroll Adds Puzzle-Exploration Adventure Pikuniku to Its Android Vault
The puzzle-exploration adventure game Pikuniku, developed by Sectordub, has been added to Crunchyroll's mobile game catalogue for Android devices. Originally released in 2019 for PC and Nintendo Switch, Pikuniku is now available exclusively to Crunchyroll Mega and Ultimate Fan Memberships. The game features puzzle-solving and exploration gameplay in a colorful world where players help the protagonist Piku fix the island.
Missing The Point, a Surreal Fishing Game Made to be Finished in One Sitting
Missing The Point, a surreal fishing game developed by In The Keep, is set to release on April 9, 2026, for PC via Steam and Itch, and PlayStation 5. The indie title features handmade assets and a narrative exploring themes of distraction and acceptance, designed to be completed in a single sitting.
COMBOTRONICA Launches on Steam After ‘Ruining’ Developers’ Sleep
The indie puzzle game COMBOTRONICA, developed by GridCortexDev, has launched on Steam. The developers admitted that the game's addictive nature nearly disrupted their sleep schedules during development, with testers also finding it hard to put down. COMBOTRONICA features over 100 Amulets, 40+ Bosses, and four Competitive Leagues, aiming to stand out in the crowded puzzle game market.
Detective Indie Game ‘How Many Secrets Under the Ceiling’ Hits Steam
The indie detective game 'How Many Secrets Under the Ceiling' has officially launched on Steam. The full version offers an optimized and adjusted experience compared to its demo, though save files will not transfer. Developers emphasize a commitment to continuous improvement based on player feedback.
Indie Game of the Month Awards March 2026 🏅
The Indie Game of the Month Awards for March 2026 highlight the best indie releases across various genres. Planet of Lana II won Puzzle Platformer of the Month, New Super Lucky's Tale - PlayStation 5 Edition took 3D Platformer of the Month, and Kena: Bridge of Spirits - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition was named overall Indie Game of the Month.
2D Indie Metroidvania Little Nemo and the Guardians of Slumberland Is Out on Steam
The 2D indie Metroidvania game Little Nemo and the Guardians of Slumberland, developed by Dave Mauro and published by Die Soft, has launched on Steam for PC with a 10% discount. The game, inspired by Winsor McCay's Little Nemo comics, features hand-animated visuals and will also be released on Nintendo Switch later this year.
Worms Review - My Screeching, Absolved Resignations
Worms is a brief, free visual novel from Sukeban Games, released on April Fools' Day, that offers a haunting meditation on perception and unease. The game follows a businessman's unsettling encounter with a peculiar girl in Osaka, using minimalist prose and atmosphere to convey its themes without player choices or elaborate visuals. Despite its short runtime, the game leaves a lasting impression, proving the power of simple storytelling.
The Day I Became a Bird soars onto consoles and PC on April 16 — MP3s & NPCs
Hyper Luminal Games' adventure title, The Day I Became a Bird, is set to launch on April 16 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC. The game follows a child named Frank as he navigates his first crush, using exploration and light puzzles. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Review: Under The Island (Nintendo Switch)
Under The Island is a charming and accessible adventure game for the Nintendo Switch that offers a unique experience despite its familiar formula. The game features a simple story about collecting gears to save an island, with gameplay that includes unlocking tools, solving puzzles, and engaging in creative boss fights. While combat can feel awkward and the difficulty spikes towards the end, the overall experience is enjoyable and doesn't overstay its welcome.
Homura Hime Review - Thumb Culture
The review highlights Homura Hime as an ambitious and polished indie title that rivals AAA action RPGs. Developed by Crimson Dusk, the game started as a student project and has evolved into a fully realized experience that is both easy to get into and offers significant depth.
Dinosaur Polo Club Shadowdrops Atmospheric Horror Co-op Passion Project RTFM (Read The F*cking Manual) Today on PC, Mac for Free
Dinosaur Polo Club has released RTFM (Read The F*cking Manual), a free comedic co-op horror puzzle game, today on PC and Mac via itch.io. Originally a passion project, the game tasks two players with solving puzzles and preventing reality from melting down. The studio, known for Mini Metro and Mini Motorways, developed RTFM quickly while working on future updates and an unrevealed title.
Time To Wake Up’s Demo Will Leave You Wide Awake! ...and Hungry for More!
Belgian indie studio Eye Blink Twice has released a demo for their upcoming psychological thriller, Time To Wake Up, on PC via Steam. Players will navigate surreal school memories as Alan Malone, using a unique blinking mechanic to interact with the environment and escape a dream.
Fennec Fox is Hungry Review | TheXboxHub
Fennec Fox is Hungry is a platformer for Xbox and PC that suffers from numerous bugs, awkward interfaces, and inconsistent controls, including an involuntary leap that leads to accidental deaths. Despite its colorful presentation and forgiving difficulty, the game's lack of polish, stemming from issues present in previous entries of the series, significantly detracts from the experience.
