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Gamecity Hamburg Supports Five New Games with Prototype Funding
Gamecity Hamburg, an initiative of Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft, is providing up to 80,000 euros in prototype funding to five game development projects based in Hamburg. The selected games include Manor Cartographer, Odem, Welken, Ungradable: Twisted Card Grading, and The Wrong Horse. A second funding round is scheduled for fall 2026.
Forget Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2 – today you should be playing the excellent Dwarf Eats Mountain
Dwarf Eats Mountain is a highly recommended indie game that offers a colorful and engaging incremental gameplay experience, drawing comparisons to Dwarf Fortress but with a more accessible approach. Players manage dwarves to mine mountains for gold, facing challenges as the mountain fights back, and can acquire it on Steam with a launch discount.
A Worldwide Lineup of Indies Comes to BitSummit PUNCH!
Ukiyo Studios is collaborating with various developers and publishers to showcase over 50 indie games at BitSummit PUNCH in Kyoto. The exhibition will feature diverse titles ranging from platformers and racing games to mysteries and horror, with unique interactive experiences like playing Graveyard Keeper 2 inside a coffin and No, I’m not a Human with a real door.
Women-Led Games and Latin American Games Showcases Return This Summer with a Sizzling Display of Updates and Reveals
The Women-Led Games and Latin American Games Showcases will return on June 4th, ahead of Summer Game Fest, to reveal updates and news for various indie titles. The Latin American Games Showcase will feature 80 titles including Shade Protocol and Colorbound, while the Women-Led Games Showcase will highlight games like Soulframe and We Were Here Tomorrow, hosted by Briana White, Rebecca Ford, and Megan Everett.
'I'm confused and I need an adult' — that unsettling Steam game you're seeing on Instagram is real, it's coming soon, and frankly, I'm terrified
The unsettling indie game HoverGrease 2, a top-down hero shooter with a story campaign and multiplayer modes, is set to launch soon. Its bizarre "bio-cyberpunk" art style and sexualized character designs have caused confusion and discomfort among players on social media, despite its upcoming May 22, 2026 release date.
Sektori's solo developer can finally pay themselves a salary after Nintendo Switch 2 success
The solo developer behind the twin-stick shooter Sektori, Kimmo Lahtinen, has announced that the game's successful launch on Nintendo Switch has allowed him to finally pay himself a living wage after years of development. The game has sold approximately 30,000 units across all platforms, with the Switch version being particularly well-received.
ENDIX Reveals Full Exhibitor Lineup for May 23–24 Edition
ENDIX, a free digital gaming expo on Steam and Epic Games Store, has revealed its full exhibitor lineup for the May 23-24, 2026 edition. The event will feature over 50 titles across various genres, including a dedicated horror showcase called Theatrum Obscurum. New this year are live developer panels hosted within the digital expo world, and a partnership with Alienware offering giveaways and a playable mini-game.
Steam week in review: metroidvanias are still coming thick and fast, but has the world moved on?
Despite the release of several high-quality metroidvania titles on Steam, the genre's buzz has diminished, potentially due to genre fatigue and the unpredictable nature of indie development. Games like Clockwork Ambrosia showcase impressive pixel art and design, but struggle to gain traction amidst larger releases and shifting market trends.
I can see both sides in the Mixtape controversy argument - Reader's Feature
This reader's feature discusses the controversy surrounding the indie game Mixtape, acknowledging both its positive aspects and criticisms. The author praises its unique vibes, expressive storytelling, and imaginative gameplay segments, while also noting potential issues with tone, character believability, and reliance on nostalgia.
Fresh horror from Supermassive, a Battlestar Galactica roguelite and other new indie games worth checking out
This article highlights new indie game releases, including a horror title from Supermassive Games and a Battlestar Galactica roguelite. It also mentions a game with a Tamagotchi-inspired name.
Mixtape Is 2026’s Most Divisive Indie Hit — Here’s Why Everyone Is Talking About It | Invision Game Community
Mixtape, the latest release from Beethoven & Dinosaur and Annapurna Interactive, has become a highly discussed and controversial game of 2026. While praised for its emotional storytelling, soundtrack, and presentation inspired by 90s culture, it faces criticism for its perceived lack of traditional gameplay and accusations of "fake indie" marketing due to its publisher's backing. The game's reception highlights ongoing debates about what constitutes an indie title and how artistic merit should be valued against gameplay mechanics.
ENDIX reveals full exhibitor lineup for spring 2026 showcase — MP3s & NPCs
The full exhibitor lineup for the ENDIX digital gaming expo has been revealed, featuring titles from THQ Nordic, Frozen District, 505 Games, and Team17, among many others. The event will take place on May 23-24 on Steam and Epic Games Store, offering game demos, panels, and over 600 giveaways in partnership with Alienware.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Humble Bundle and Fanatical are offering limited-time indie game showcase bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Celeste, with a portion of proceeds going to the Electronic Frontier Foundation. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 PC games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Fanatical and Humble Bundle are offering limited-time indie game showcase bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Celeste. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles. All games are provided as digital Steam keys.
"What is even happening": Dev reels as over 1,000 Steam reviews sitting at 96% positive flood his "card…
Forbidden Solitaire, a card-slashing horror game developed by Grey Alien Games, has achieved over 1,100 overwhelmingly positive reviews on Steam, with 96% of them being positive. The game, which launched on April 30, is based on the contents of a cryptic 1995 CD-ROM and has surprised its developer with its success.
Friedemann’s indie hits Slots & Daggers and SUMMERHOUSE have launched on consoles!
Indie developer Friedemann has launched his PC hits SUMMERHOUSE and Slots & Daggers on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox. SUMMERHOUSE is a creative building game, while Slots & Daggers is a slot machine roguelike. Both titles have achieved significant success on PC with high player ratings.
Fellow Traveller’s Story-Rich Showcase to spotlight narratively-driven games on June 6
Fellow Traveller announced its Story-Rich Showcase will take place on June 6, 2026, at 10 AM Pacific, focusing on narratively-driven indie games. The hour-long presentation will feature world premieres, release date reveals, and updates from 26 different titles, including games from studios like Happy Broccoli Games and Rusty Lake. The event aims to highlight titles with strong writing, deep characters, and well-crafted game worlds.
Create Your Own Indie Showcase With These Limited-Time Bundle Deals
Humble Bundle and Fanatical are offering limited-time deals on indie game bundles. The Humble 15th Anniversary Indie Icons Showcase bundle includes 8 games for $10, featuring titles like Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and Citizen Sleeper. Fanatical's Build Your Own Indie Showcase Bundle allows users to select from 20 games with a variable pricing model, offering discounts for purchasing more titles.
'I just need to disappear, go into a cabin': Eric Barone has found the answer to Haunted Chocolatier's…
Developer Eric Barone, also known as ConcernedApe, discussed the development of his upcoming game Haunted Chocolatier, stating it is larger in scope than Stardew Valley. He revealed he is now dedicating five days a week to Haunted Chocolatier and two days to Stardew Valley, finding the current development process more challenging due to external distractions compared to when he made Stardew Valley.
BitSummit Punch 2026 returns this month, and we're bringing you a special Mixtape celebrating amazing indie games…
BitSummit Punch, Japan's longest-running indie game festival, is returning for its 14th year from May 22-26. GamesRadar+ will present a special "BitSummit Punch Mixtape" show on May 26th, highlighting featured indie games from the event. The broadcast will air at 9AM PT / 12PM ET / 5PM BST / 6PM CET.
