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Google Removes Doki Doki Literature Club from Play Store Without Explanation
Google has removed the critically acclaimed indie game Doki Doki Literature Club from the Google Play Store without providing a specific explanation to developer Team Salvato, citing a Terms of Service violation. The removal has sparked community backlash, with many criticizing the lack of human review and transparency in the decision-making process, especially given the game's themes of digital manipulation and loss of agency.
Marauding minotaurs, more CloverPit and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up several new and upcoming indie games, highlighting titles like the roguelite Minos, the CloverPit DLC Unholy Fusion, and the battle royale typing game Final Sentence. It also features previews for People of Note, Tamashika, Nippets, Dead As Disco, Call of the Elder Gods, and Long Gone, covering their gameplay, platforms, and release details.
We must demand worse graphics to save the video games industry - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that the video game industry must reduce graphics fidelity to combat unsustainable development costs, which have reached $300 million for some titles. The author highlights indie success stories like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which achieved massive profits on a small budget, suggesting that publishers should prioritize lower budgets, PlayStation 4-level graphics, shorter game lengths, and cheaper prices over chasing hyper-realistic visuals.
Indie Studio Goes From Dorm Room to 700K Sales with Lost Castle 2
Indie developer Hunter Studio announced that their beat 'em up roguelite, Lost Castle 2, will exit Early Access on June 11, 2026, after selling over 700,000 copies. The game's full release will include the climactic Final Story Ending, new difficulty levels, and additional features. The studio also released a new gameplay trailer showcasing exotic environments and boss fights.
Friendslop and Attack on Titan intersect in this upcoming co-op indie
Titan Hunters is an upcoming co-op tower defense game heavily inspired by Attack on Titan, featuring players defending a castle against titans. The game, also referred to as "friendslop" due to its meme potential, is developed by an indie studio and is expected to release soon, though a specific date has not yet been announced. The creator of Attack on Titan, Hajime Isayama, is mentioned in relation to potential copyright issues.
Weird new indie game makes you complete Captcha tests to set fire to trees
Prove You're Human is a new indie game from Sunset Visitor, the creators of 1000xResist, that incorporates Captcha tests into its gameplay. Players will use these tests on environmental elements, including trees, in a narrative that explores the duality of a human and their digital copy. The game is confirmed for PC via Steam and was revealed during the Triple-i Initiative Showcase.
Köp Indiespelklubbens tshirt #1 – Secrets of Grindea!
The "Indiespelklubben" (Indie Game Club) has released its first t-shirt featuring artwork from the Swedish-developed game Secrets of Grindea. The design, hand-drawn by developer Freddy Ström, includes pixel graphics from the game and a subtle print indicating the club period. Members receive a 20% discount on the merchandise.
More Triple-i Initiative 2026
The Triple-i Initiative 2026 event featured numerous independent games, with new announcements made throughout the showcase. A Steam page for the event is now live, highlighting the featured titles.
Valkyrie Initiative Announces Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a Fast-Paced 2D Platformer Inspired by the 16-Bit Classics of the ’90s
Valkyrie Initiative and solo developer 70`Strike have announced Kettlebell: Inferno Hotel, a fast-paced 2D platformer inspired by 16-bit classics. The game is coming to PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Steam Playtest sign-ups are now open, offering exclusive in-game rewards for participants.
Town of Zoz Launches Today: Cooking Meets Horror in New Indie Game
Town of Zoz, a new indie game developed by Studio Pixanoh Team, has launched on PC via Steam. The game uniquely blends cooking simulation with horror elements, tasking players with preparing meals that unlock memories and facing nightmarish creatures to save their hometown. The developers emphasize the game's cultural depth, focusing on traditional recipes and community rebuilding.
SAGA Barcelona Game Fest 2026 Opens its Exhibitor Applications Today
SAGA Barcelona Game Fest 2026 has opened applications for exhibitor stands, with prices starting at 350 EUR. The event, scheduled for October 9-11, 2026, anticipates over 20,000 attendees and will feature a B2B area with networking opportunities, conferences, and workshops. Past participants include Larian Studios, THQ Nordic, and Devolver Digital.
CloverPit’s Surprise DLC Drop Scores Big with 3.5K Likes in Hours
Indie developer PanikArcade surprised players with the immediate launch of the 'Unholy Fusion' DLC for CloverPit, featuring new mechanics and an ending. The surprise drop strategy garnered significant positive attention, with over 3,500 likes on social media within hours. The DLC introduces fusion mechanics and is accompanied by a free online leaderboards update for the base game.
Legendary Pilots Takes Off on April 21 – A Stylised Flight Sim Where Your Career Is the Real Journey
Legendary Pilots, a stylized flight simulator focusing on career progression and management, is set to launch on Steam on April 21, 2026. Developed by Barkbox Games and published by MicroProse, the game features accessible flight mechanics, fleet management, and a dynamic airline economy with retro-inspired visuals.
Shigeru Miyamoto gave Exit 8's director some advice 10 years ago that completely changed the approach to his indie…
Film adaptation director Genki Kawamura revealed that Shigeru Miyamoto offered advice a decade ago that significantly influenced the approach to the 'Exit 8' movie. Kawamura, who is adapting the indie horror walking simulator, stated that Miyamoto's guidance was pivotal in shaping the project.
NEW GAME PLUS RETURNS NEXT WEEK WITH 100 PLAYABLE GAMES, INDUSTRY TALKS, INTERNATIONAL SHOWCASES, AND MUCH MORE
New Game Plus, a major games showcase and industry event, will take place on April 16-17, 2026, at Exhibition White City in London. The event will feature 100 playable games from independent developers and publishers, alongside talks from industry leaders like King, CCP Games, and Larian Studios. It also includes international showcases from Japan and Italy, and educational programming for students.
Acclaimed PS4 game is free right now as sequel is announced in indie showcase
The acclaimed medieval graveyard management sim Graveyard Keeper is available for free on PlayStation 4, Xbox, and PC until April 13. This promotion coincides with the announcement of its sequel, Graveyard Keeper 2, which introduces zombie town management and real-time strategy elements. The article also briefly mentions another announced indie title, Crop, a farming investigative thriller.
Final Sentence Surprise-Launches on Steam After Triple-i Showcase
The indie game Final Sentence has surprise-launched on Steam immediately following its trailer debut at The Triple-i Initiative showcase. Available now with a 10% discount, the game is launching in a pre-1.0 state, with developers planning regular updates based on player feedback. This surprise launch strategy aims to build momentum through immediate availability and community engagement.
If you loved Balatro, don't miss your chance to get this indie deck builder at under $3
Fanatical is offering discounts on indie games, including the deckbuilder 'This Ain't Even Poker, Ya Joker,' which shares similarities with 'Balatro.' Players can build custom bundles of Steam games, with prices decreasing as more titles are added, making 'This Ain't Even Poker, Ya Joker' available for under $3. The sale also features other titles like 'The Evil Within' and 'Metal Garden' and is a limited-time deal.
Sylph Gets Lightning-Fast Hotfix for Tutorial Bug
Softmaxfoundries has released a hotfix for their game Sylph to address a tutorial bug. The developer's quick response to the issue, which affected new players, highlights their commitment to player experience, especially within the indie game development scene. This rapid patching contrasts with slower responses often seen from larger studios and builds player trust.
Triple-i Initiative: Everything Revealed!
The Triple-i Initiative showcased over 40 new indie games during its 45-minute live stream. Announcements included titles like Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, SpaceCraft, Rift of the Nencrodancer x Undertale, and many more, with several games available for wishlist on Steam or launching in early access soon.
