Playism Game Show Returns May 10th With World Premieres and Updates!

PLAYISM, the oldest indie publisher in Japan and best known for favourites like Bright Memory: Infinite, The Exit 8, and Rusted Moss, announces the return of the PLAYISM Game Show.  Tune in to the PLAYISM YouTube channel on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 5:00 AM PDT / 8:00 AM EDT / 2:00 PM CEST /... Continue Reading →

MOCHI-O Review – Tamagotchi meets Bullet Heaven Arcade Shooter

Looking for a new take on the very popular Bullet Heaven genre? Then look no further! Mochi-O is a weirdly addicting arcade shooter roguelike where you take care of a weapon of mass destruction in-between missions!

Goblin Vyke: The Thief Tycoon sneaks onto Steam – A Shopkeeping Metroidvania That Might Surprise You

One of the games that I was highly anticipating just dropped on Steam and I'm so hyped for it. Goblin Vyke: The Thief Tycoon is a Shopkeeping-Metroidvania game that you just HAVE TO check out!

Holding Pattern Review – A Minimalist Incremental Roguelike That’s Surprisingly Addictive

Nothing screams "indie" more than sound effects made using a solo developer's microphone... and it makes this incremental/roguelike game all the more charming!

Bobo Bay Launches April 29 on Steam – A Cozy Creature Collector For That Chao Garden Itch

Wanna see cute creatures fight to the de-, I mean compete in cool competitions? Bobo Bay may just be thing for you!

The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily Review – A Stylish Anime Strategy RPG

Wanna go to war? Wanna start an insurrection? Then look no further than this wonderful tactical RPG/war simulator where you lead a rebellion to clean up some vile misunderstandings! More on that in today's review!

10 Wonderful Indie Games You Should Try

The world of indie games is massive and it's very easy to get lost in there. Luckily, I've got ten indie games for you to check out right here. Enjoy!

OPUS: Prism Peak Is Out Now on Steam and Switch – A Melancholic Adventure Worth Watching

OPUS: Prism Peak is now available on Steam and Switch. Explore its story, gameplay, and what makes this new OPUS entry worth watching.

Triple-i Initiative Showcase Recap: 11 Games You Need to Know & All the Announcements

The latest Triple-i initiative showcase delivered a wave of indie reveals. Today, I bring to you my personal highlights and a quick roundup of every other announcement you might have missed.

BOSSGAME: The Final Boss Is My Heart Review – Challenging Boss-Rush Action Meets Queer Romance

BOSSGAME: The FInal Boss Is My Heart provides a very fun and engaging bossrush experience and combines it with some super queer writing.

Airframe Ultra Preview – The Most Unhinged Demo at Steam Next Fest?

My personal highlight of Steam Next Fest was Airframe Ultra - see why right here!

Grimshire Early Access Review: A Cozy Farming Sim Where Survival Comes First

Step into the shoes of the sole farmer of this quaint village providing food for everyone to make it through these dire times!

Cash Cleaner Simulator Review – Laundering Money is Surprisingly Relaxing

Wait, is inflation caused by money getting washed at high temps?

Goblin Vyke Demo Review – A Stealth-Focused Shopkeeping Dungeon Crawler I Can’t Put Down

I don't usually review demos like this but Goblin Vyke has me in its greedy clutches and refuses to leave my head. It's just that good.

Trash Goblin Review: A Cozy Shop-Keeping Sim About Trinkets, Stories, and Friends

Trash Goblin is a cozy, story-driven shop-keeping sim where you clean, sell, and combine trinkets while meeting charming characters in a whimsical fantasy city.

Good Boy: Observer Interactive on Building a Dog-Powered Petroidvania – Gamescom Interview

At Gamescom, I caught up with Observer Interactive to chat about Good Boy, their dog-powered “petroidvania” full of curious rovers and ecosystem-driven exploration. Here’s how their own pets helped shape one of the most charming indie metroidvanias on the horizon.

10 Indie Horror Games That Really Got Under My Skin

Halloween season might be over but that doesn't mean that you can't enjoy some great and eery games, right? Here's a couple recommendations!

BURGGEIST Review: A Haunting, Brilliantly Weird Indie Gem You Shouldn’t Miss

BURGGEIST is a haunting indie game that fuses tower-building, magic, and melancholy into something truly unforgettable. It’s one of the most fascinating hidden gems I've ever played.

Talented is a truly wonderful time sink. (Review)

Now that I've spent nearly 100 hours in this, I think it might be time to write a review on Talented.

Andrew Tsai on UNBEATABLE: A Rhythm Game Unlike Anything Else | Gamescom 2025 Interview

At Gamescom 2025, Andrew Tsai discusses the vision behind UNBEATABLE, why music and storytelling are inseparable, and what’s next for the cult-hit rhythm game.

Inside Bobo Bay: New Demo Features and Interview with Austin from NewFutureKids

The new demo for this game is amazing, and I also had the chance to interview the dev!

Review: “Sensei! I Like You So Much!” – Shipping, Storytelling & Fandom Life

A visual novel about fanfic, shipping, and fandom culture, Sensei! I Like You So Much! mixes storytelling with light management. Charming and detailed, but not without flaws.

Indietail – Potion Shop Simulator

I shouldn't have become a wizard...

Drill Core Review – Why This Roguelite Tower Defense Hooked Me for Hours

Drill Core fuses roguelite mining, base-building, and tower-defense chaos into an addictive, endlessly replayable experience—laser walls, harpoon traps, and all. Here's why I love this game so much!

Sex with Friends: Clumsy, Crude, and Kind of Brilliant – Sex With Friends (Game Review)

I invited a gay, pan and ace friend to some Sex with Friends - and as it turns out, this is a really great game. Here's my review!

Finnish Cottage 8 is a cozy and creepy anomaly horror game that gets atmosphere right (Review)

Set deep in the Finnish wilderness, Finnish Cottage 8 trades cheap jumpscares for slow-burning dread, offering a cozy yet chilling anomaly-hunting experience that stands out in a crowded genre.

StarVaders is my new favourite Roguelike Deckbuilder! (Review)

StarVaders has very quickly become my favourite roguelike deckbuilder - and here's why!

Indietail – Zefyr: A Thief’s Melody

11 years in the making and finally out, Zefyr: A Thief's Melody took my heart by storm and refused to let it go.

Trash Goblin 1.0 Launch: $1 per Twitch or YouTube Minute Donated to Immune Deficiency Foundation

Join the Trash Goblin 5K Charity Challenge: $1 per Twitch or YouTube minute goes to the Immune Deficiency Foundation. Play, stream, or share!

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