Imagine the things bartenders would hear in a tavern full of traveling adventurers. You’d probably have a wild time hearing about dragons, werewolves, or epic battles with mages. Developer Gentle Troll Entertainment has taken that idea and created a game where players get to experience exactly that. 

Dear reader - there’s no need to be afraid of the unknown. It’s better to embrace it, to master it, to conquer it. Always be prepared. After all, you never know what may be lurking in the darkness, hoping to surprise you.

Slider is a game about reconnecting. You are reconnecting the world, connecting people, and connecting the dots to what is happening in randomerz's fun and adventurous puzzle title. Slider is a bit-style puzzle title with a new methodology about every puzzle you tackle and the erratic cast of characters you encounter.

Many of us remember what it was like to be a kid late at night unable to sleep, and likely many of us played shadow puppets, using hands or toys to create shadows and stories on the wall. Projected Dreams from Flawberry Studio taps into the nostalgia of being a kid with an active imagination and wanting, more than anything, to stay up late, and let that imagination run wild.

But as you uncover more throughout the Pacific Northwest, the ride becomes smoother, engaging, and increasingly difficult to put down.

We’ve all heard the saying “Angel and devil on your shoulder,” but Indika from developer Odd Meter takes the saying much further.

Bahnsen Knights is the triumphant conclusion to LCB Game Studio’s Pixel Pulp trilogy. It’s the type of indie horror experience where if it fits your vibe - the stakes and the world will pull you in.

Chronique des Silencieux is an intriguing detective story that does a lot very well. But if you’re not a modern day Sherlock Holmes, you may find yourself struggling to finish the game’s prologue.

Turnip Boy Robs a Bank is a great sequel that fans of the first will be super excited about. Its characters are hilarious and charming, making for a great time from start to finish. While the simplistic gameplay can get pretty repetitive at times, it’s a fantastic roguelite that doesn’t overstay its welcome and is brilliantly ridiculous.

Asya’s story is inspired by the diaries of real children affected by the war and that is why we, as people whose parents, grandparents and great grandparents have lived through it too, should continue to tell stories like this. Torn Away forces the player to experience each and every excruciating or playful moment, is truly amazing. It gives us a close up look and reminds us of just how lucky we are to be here today.

Yes, Crow Country is another retro-inspired spoopy title reminiscent of the classics like Resident Evil. However, Crow Country manages to naturally nail the nostalgic vibes while standing on its own and establishing a high-quality, unique experience.

Between pixel perfect platforming, stellar art and music, and some great twists on the classic gameplay, 30XX is a must-play for Mega Man veterans and newcomers alike.

Goodbye Volcano High is a fantastic narrative that provides themes and stories that are relatable to players of all ages and experiences. This six hour adventure is required playing for those that appreciate a powerful coming of age story that is presented in a new and unique way.

Kristala is a dark fantasy action-role playing game where you play within an ominous world full of dangerous creatures, magical spells, and trouble around every corner. You’re also a cat.

We threw our third Showcase! Here is the official round up of everything featured during The Mini Indie Showcase: Aug ‘23.

Carry Onward is about finding hope not in the act of reminiscing, but in what's to come after and it's genuinely tragic yet beautiful.

Thronefall is an engaging tower defense game that rewards maximizing your strategy through precision and base-building mechanics.

Frank and Drake's artistic prowess shines to the extent that I was left wanting more. Its puzzles are very organic, for better or worse, yet it's the game's intertwined narrative that carries the experience.

Smushi Come Home is an adorable, comical, and emotionally gripping game that is the perfect icing on the mushroom cake.

Fall of Porcupine tells an authentic and honest narrative. It’s an experience that will simultaneously keep you laughing while ensuring the tissues are for a somber moment.