Jaime Sanchez 
Louisiana, 1933. Thirty years ago, an entire wedding vanished without a trace on the island of Devil’s Rock—along with the lost treasure of Bellemore Manor. To uncover the truth, you might have to die too. Foolish Mortals is a cozy point-and-click adventure from husband-and-wife team David and Sophie Younger of Inklingwood Studios. Inspired by Monkey Island and Broken Sword, it brings clever puzzles, expressive voice … Read more
Few genres capture arcade thrill quite like the rail shooter. Instead of giving players full freedom of movement, these games guide them down a cinematic path — a “rail” — while enemies, obstacles, and dazzling set pieces unfold all around. The player’s focus is pure instinct: aim, dodge, fire, and survive. It’s a genre built … Read more
Desktop Defender by Conradical Games is an idle auto-battler and tower defense hybrid that literally runs on your desktop. It quietly occupies a small corner of your screen, fending off endless waves of enemies while you work, browse, or game. As your lone tower defeats invaders, you’ll collect loot, unlock upgrades, and ascend through multiple runs — turning every idle … Read more
Award Season & The Rise of the Indies As award season approaches, 2025 has proven something special — indie games are leading the conversation.Smaller teams, bold visions, and handcrafted worlds are standing shoulder to shoulder with blockbuster releases. This is the year where creativity outshines scale, and storytelling carries more weight than spectacle. Here are … Read more
As autumn deepens and the last of the harvest fades, the field remains alive. No One Leaves the Field continues to draw new players — and this week, we’ve seen more brave souls venture into the cursed wheat, uncovering its secrets and sharing their experiences. Watching the community engage with the game has been one … Read more
Horror never stands still—it evolves, reinvents, and resurfaces in unexpected forms.Some creators look forward, chasing new fears with fresh ideas. Others look back, rediscovering what once made us afraid of the dark. This week, Fear Friday journeys across two very different nightmares. One is woven from the threads of Eastern mythology and restless spirits. The … Read more
Several Indie Playtest Fest games are now available on itch.io. These builds show off the creative and experimental side of indie development. From football strategy to hoverboard racing and wasteland survival, each title offers a different kind of chaos. ⚽ Rogue Football CardGame Developer: One Joyful Day🎮 Play on itch.io Rogue Football CardGame mixes football and card-battling, inspired by Tim Blacklock’s Premier … Read more
This week we continue celebrating Indie Playtest Fest, a global event where independent developers invite players to try early builds and share feedback. It’s the perfect time to explore new genres, find hidden gems, and help shape games still in development. Below are three standout titles from this year’s lineup. Each one shows the creativity and … Read more
For years, Andrea, known online as InfamousAndrea, was a talented Roblox developer whose games reached more than 120 million visits. Their creativity and understanding of online communities helped shape engaging worlds that players connected with instantly. Now, Andrea’s journey from Roblox developer to TikTok creator marks an inspiring evolution of creativity. Under the name @kxttydrea, … Read more
Hey Saga Companions, This week we’re celebrating Indie Playtest Fest — an event that brings together independent developers from around the world to showcase in-progress games and reward players for their feedback. At Indie Playtest Fest, you can explore a variety of unique games, share your thoughts directly with the creators, and even win rewards … Read more