Valko Becomes Gaming’s Latest Mascot as Fans Fight for Love and Deepspace
After Love and Deepspace canceled the release of new character Valko, fans and other indie studios are rallying to keep the werewolf character alive.
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Buckshot Roulette Hits Xbox: Indie Horror Smash Comes to Consoles
Critical Reflex brings the hit indie horror game Buckshot Roulette to Xbox consoles. Learn about the 4-player multiplayer mode and its massive sales success.
Esports Manager 2026 Launches on PC, Linux Support Confirmed via Proton
Neurona Games and indie.io have released Esports Manager 2026. Learn about the management sim's real-time match engine, roster building, and Linux compatibility.
Dustpile Turns Your Steam Backlog Into a Swipe-Right Dating App
Indie dev tolgatr0n has released Dustpile, a free web tool that helps you finally tackle your Steam backlog using a Tinder-style swipe interface.
Indie RPGs That Offer Better Exploration Than Skyrim
From Tales of Maj'Eyal to Stoneshard, discover indie PC RPGs that capture the spirit of exploration better than The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Paddle Paddle Paddle Dev Calls Out Steam Refund Policy Issues
Solo developer Zoroarts reports over 55,000 refunds for Paddle Paddle Paddle, highlighting the impact of Steam’s two-hour playtime refund threshold on indie games.
Destructoid's Top Indie Games of 2026: The Mid-Year Contenders
From Cairn to MIO: Memories in Orbit, we look at the indie titles currently leading the pack for the best games of 2026 so far.
How University Project Discounty Sold 50,000 Copies in Days
From a Danish university project to a breakout indie hit, Crinkle Cut Games shares the story behind the shopkeeper sim Discounty’s surprise success.
Saber Interactive Confirms Ongoing Commitment to Indie Publishing
Following the success of Space Marine 2, Saber Interactive executives explain why they are continuing to partner with and publish indie game developers.
Extraordinary New Indie Games to Wishlist This Indie-Penance Day
From magical dice to vacuum cleaner battles, check out these unique indie games to add to your Steam wishlist for 2026.
Phoebe Bridgers Launches 'Lost Boys' Endless Runner Game
Indie icon Phoebe Bridgers has released a new endless runner game on itch.io to celebrate her latest single, 'Lost Boys.' Playable on mobile and desktop now.
Indie Physical Game Publishers Respond to PlayStation’s 2028 Digital Shift
Small publishers including iam8bit and Red Art Games express concern as Sony plans to stop producing physical discs for PlayStation consoles starting in 2028.
Godot Engine Mandates Human-Authored Code to Stop AI 'Slop'
Godot has updated its contribution policy to require human-authored code, aiming to end the bottleneck caused by AI-generated pull requests on GitHub.
The Queen’s Gondola Brings Free Cozy Horror to Steam
Morning Crescent has released The Queen’s Gondola, a free-to-play horror anomaly game. Here is what you need to know about the airship-based indie title.
Marble’s Marbles Adds Indie Crossover Levels Starting June 28
Developer James Oliver is bringing free indie crossover levels to the physics platformer Marble’s Marbles on Steam Deck, Linux, Mac, and Windows starting June 28.
Kitsune Kaeru Review: A Clever Gimmick Hampered by Repetition
Kitsune Kaeru brings unique box-creating puzzles to Xbox, but repetitive levels and imprecise controls hold this indie platformer back. Read our verdict.
Meccha Chameleon Hits 10 Million Copies Sold on Steam
Viral indie hit Meccha Chameleon has surpassed 10 million copies sold, climbing into the top five most-played games on Steam with over 340,000 peak players.
Dice of Arcana and Neverway: The Weirdest Indie Games Coming in 2026
From dice-based horror to haunted farming sims, here are the most unconventional indie titles currently slated for a 2026 release.
Meccha Chameleon Hits 7 Million Sales in Just 12 Days
Viral indie hit Meccha Chameleon has sold 7 million copies in 12 days, outpacing major 2026 releases like Crimson Desert and Resident Evil Requiem.
The Best Indie Games of 2026 So Far: Our Top 10 Picks
From Slay the Spire 2 to Mina the Hollower, here are the most compelling and memorable indie games released in the first half of 2026.
Meccha Chameleon: The Surprise Prop Hunt Hit Selling Millions
Japanese indie title Meccha Chameleon has sold two million copies, letting players camouflage themselves as scenery using advanced in-game painting tools.
Seven Indie Games From Summer Game Fest You Might Have Missed
From About Fishing to Virtue and a Sledgehammer, here are seven standout indie titles showcased during the 2026 Summer Game Fest.
Tribeca Festival 2026: Three Indie Standouts You Need to Watch
We went hands-on with Virtue and a Sledgehammer, Truck-kun, and Rockbeasts at the 2026 Tribeca Festival to see what makes these indie titles special.
Third Manifesto Game Jam Tackles Industry 'Slop' and Tough Truths
The third annual Manifesto Jam is underway, featuring indie developers critiquing the current state of game publishing, monetization, and industry terminology.
Gaussian Splatting: Is This the Future of Photorealistic PC Games?
Scan artist Christoph Schindelar explains how Gaussian Splatting is bringing accessible, photorealistic 3D environments to indie PC games in 2026.
Indie Games Better Than AAA: Why Independent Titles Are Winning in 2026
Explore how indie games are competing with AAA studios in 2026. We analyze why independent titles are increasingly becoming better than AAA releases.
How Re:Re:Ghosted Turned Institutional Dread Into 2026 Horror
Explore how Re:Re:Ghosted uses institutional dread as a core mechanic. Our 2026 analysis of the indie horror title now available on Xbox.
20 Under the Radar PS5 Games Still to Come in 2026
Discover 20 under the radar PlayStation 5 games arriving throughout 2026. Get the latest on upcoming indie titles and hidden gems for your PS5 library.
Brigador Killers Development Update: 2026 Insights and Insights
In Game News covers the latest on Brigador Killers as the industry shifts from titles like Destiny 2: The Final Shape and Forza Motorsport to new indie projects.
Cave Story+ 2026 Update: Native Linux Support Removed
The latest Cave Story+ 2026 update is now available. This patch removes native Linux support for the indie classic. Read our full report on the changes.
Secret Paws: Cozy Apartments Review 2026 – Is it Worth Buying?
Our Secret Paws: Cozy Apartments review for Xbox Series X and S examines if this casual indie title is worth buying in 2026. Get the verdict and pros and cons.
Poetic Trio Review 2026: Three Journeys Bound Together by Verse
Is Poetic Trio worth buying for Xbox and other platforms? Our 2026 review explores this indie walking simulator by Tonguç Bodur, covering gameplay and pros/cons.
Mina the Hollower Sales Milestone: 500,000 Copies Sold in 2026
Mina the Hollower has officially reached 500,000 copies sold worldwide. Learn about the latest sales milestone for this popular indie adventure title.
Derelict Star Review: A 2026 Action Platformer Masterpiece
Is Derelict Star worth buying in 2026? Our review covers the momentum-based gameplay, Steam Deck performance, and why this indie title stands out.
Deutsche Indie Showcase 2026: Sidekick Publishing Highlights PC Titles
Sidekick Publishing presents the latest gaming titles in the Deutsche Indie Showcase for 2026. Get the facts on the upcoming PC releases featured in this event.
Greatest Indie Games of the 2000s: A Retrospective by Ronald Goncalves (2026)
Explore the history of the greatest indie games of the 2000s. Ronald Goncalves examines the titles that defined the era before the indie boom.