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UKIE launches Discord-backed Go To Market Academy, a business program to support early-stage indie devs
UKIE, in partnership with Discord and GameFlex, has launched the "Go To Market Academy," a business program designed to assist early-stage UK-based indie game studios. The program offers six online modules covering strategy, marketing, and community engagement via Discord, with industry guest speakers. It aims to help developers build sustainable audiences and communities for their games.
Äntligen Indiespelklubben #6 - Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack
The article previews the charming point-and-click adventure game Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack, developed by Swedish studio Warm Kitten. It highlights the game's time-traveling narrative, humor, and its place within the legacy of classic adventure games from Sierra and LucasArts.
Farmyard Action Game Straw Fire Launches on Android
The indie action game Straw Fire, developed by solo Vietnamese developer PixPop, has launched worldwide on Android. The game features unique, stressful mechanics where players must set straw on fire to rescue hidden chickens before they are burned alive, while also protecting henhouses from enemies and wolves. It supports English and Vietnamese and is available for free on the Google Play Store.
Psalm 5:9-13 Review | TheXboxHub
Psalm 5:9-13 is a short, atmospheric horror experience on Xbox that can be completed in around 30-40 minutes. While it effectively uses VHS-style visuals and sound design to create an unsettling mood with sparse jump scares, the game's brevity and abrupt ending leave something to be desired.
Pretty Metroidvanias, free Bomberman-style chaos and other new indie games worth checking out
This article rounds up new and noteworthy indie games available this weekend. It highlights titles in the Metroidvania genre and a Bomberman-style multiplayer game.
PM Studios is taking great pains to keep physical distribution "alive"
PM Studios CEO Michael Yum discussed the challenges and rewards of working with both established intellectual properties and independent game projects. He expressed a strong desire to keep physical distribution methods alive, stating that PM Studios is exploring new avenues to achieve this despite current industry trends. Yum also highlighted the discoverability issues faced by indie developers and the importance of collaboration within the indie scene.
Skip the queues and retire the folding chairs - this month's indie.io release slate saves you from the Gamescom grind
Indie publisher indie.io is offering discounts and demos for several upcoming titles on Steam to coincide with Gamescom. Featured games include the park management sim Monster Park Tycoon, the desert strategy title Dunebound Tactics, the survival adventure Mayday: The Survival Island, and the prehistoric survival simulator Polylithic. Cozy games We Took That Trip and Cozy Builder, along with the esports management sim Esports Manager 2026, are also highlighted.
"This has been the most humiliating and surreal experience in 20+ years of game making": Dev pleads with Valve as Steam brands his PEGI 12 game as pornography
Developer Molleindustria is experiencing a "humiliating and surreal" situation as Valve has classified their teen-rated game, Future? No Thanks!, as pornography, making it largely invisible on Steam. Despite removing a mild sex scene, the game retains an adult-only label, impacting its visibility and availability, particularly in Germany. The developer is seeking assistance to understand Valve's decision and resolve the classification issue.
Devolver Digital Reveals Its GTA 6 Competitor, And It’s A Remaster Of A Nonexistent Remake
Devolver Digital is releasing Volvy's Adventure: Reslimed on November 19, positioning it as a competitor to Grand Theft Auto 6's release. Developed by Doinksoft, this Game Boy Color-style 2D platformer features the mascot Volvy and is priced at $5. The game is presented as a meta-commentary on the industry, with its premise being a "remaster of the second remake of the original monochrome action-platformer." The Binding of Isaac: Repentance+ Online is also set to launch on the same day.
Teaser: Häng med i Indiespelklubbens sjätte period!
Indiespelklubben is teasing its sixth period with a cryptic image, inviting guesses about the upcoming game. The club, hosted on FZ, has been active since the beginning of the year and offers members access to discussions, interviews, guides, and challenges related to featured games. Members who join by August 31st will receive the sixth period's game.
Slutgiltig betyg för ISK-titel #5 SULFUR 4,2 (bäst hittills!)
The indie game SULFUR has received a collective rating of 4.2 from 26 players, making it the highest-rated title in the Indiespelklubben series so far. Developed by Perfect Random, this Swedish roguelike is noted for its difficulty, with only 7.9% of players having completed it.
Amid the friendslop renaissance, $5 co-op fishing game hits 370,000 peak players on Steam in 5 days
The indie co-op fishing game How to Fish has achieved a peak of 373,971 players on Steam within five days of its launch. Developed and self-published by Dazed Games, the game's success is highlighted by its player count more than doubling the all-time peak of another popular co-op title, Peak.
Everything announced at FGS Live From Gamescom 2026
FGS Live From gamescom 2026 showcased numerous world premieres, trailers, and developer interviews. Highlights include Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 with a Mick Gordon collaboration, the action-adventure Blackwood, and the puzzle game Rivage. Several titles like Neon Abyss 2 and Haunted Paws are coming to PC and consoles, with some also slated for Nintendo Switch.
The Biggest Gaming Show In The West Continues To Grow
Gamescom, one of the world's largest gaming shows, continues to grow by embracing a hybrid model that combines a significant on-site presence with a substantial digital reach. Organizers Tim Endres and Stefan Heikhaus discuss the event's success, its partnership with Geoff Keighley for Opening Night Live, and initiatives to support indie developers and speedrunning communities. They highlight the importance of both the physical gathering and the expanded digital engagement in making Gamescom a thriving global platform.
Journey maker thatgamecompany announces thatgamepublisher
thatgamecompany, known for games like Sky: Children of the Light and Journey, has announced the launch of its new publishing division, thatgamepublisher. The new arm will invest profits from Sky: Children of the Light into publishing "emotionally ambitious games" and is open to teams of any size and projects at any stage. This move follows a trend of successful indie developers launching their own funding initiatives to support other studios.
Journey studio Thatgamecompany launches Thatgamepublisher to champion games that "move people through play"
Thatgamecompany, known for games like Journey and Sky: Children of the Light, has launched a new publishing arm called Thatgamepublisher. This initiative aims to champion "emotionally ambitious games" and support creators exploring new emotional frontiers in the medium. Led by Jenova Chen and SJ Xue, the publisher will offer full-service support, including funding, marketing, and community management, with a focus on games that can create meaningful emotional connections with players.
Synths, impossible physics, and an "erotic experience with a PS5 controller" - the side projects of game devs are a reminder creativity is undimmable
This article highlights the undimmable nature of human creativity through the lens of game developers' personal side projects. Despite industry pressures, developers are pursuing diverse creative outlets, from interactive fiction and VR experiences to physical art and hardware experiments, demonstrating a persistent drive to create for its own sake.
Brazil is bringing a massive 35-game indie showcase to gamescom 2026
Brazil Games is organizing a large indie showcase featuring 35 Brazilian-developed games at gamescom 2026. This marks the first time a dedicated Brazilian indie pavilion will be present on the consumer show floor, highlighting the diversity of the country's growing development industry. The showcase will include titles ranging from survival adventures and tactical RPGs to deckbuilders and historical games.
Under $5 And Rated 9/10: Steam’s Newest Breakout Just Hit 268,101 Concurrent Players
The indie game How to Fish has become a breakout hit on Steam, reaching a peak of 268,101 concurrent players shortly after release. Developed by Dazed Games with support from Landfall Games, the game features a simple concept of survivors using firearms to catch fish on an island. It has garnered over 6,000 positive reviews and is currently discounted to $4.95.
Gamescom preview - why you should watch Opening Night Live and visit Cologne
Gamescom 2026 is set to be the largest video game event globally, taking place in Cologne from August 26-30. The event will feature reveals for titles like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs Of The Past. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the Opening Night Live show on August 25 will offer a preview of upcoming games, with many major industry players like Microsoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo in attendance, though Rockstar Games and Sony will be absent.
