Author: Pickled Sea Cat

Songbird Symphony

developed by Joysteak Studios  |  Platforms: Windows, PS4, Switch

“A heart-warming journey of discovery, as orphaned chick ‘Birb’ sets off to find his true origins.  Follow this cheerful little bouncing bird who revels in singing, and guide him through this magical journey of stunning pixel art and gorgeous animation that shapes itself to your musical interactions.  Chirp to activate platforms, and sing to the residents of the forest, learning new notes to aid you in captivating rhythm battles against the creatures of this sprawling, enchanting world.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Play the Demo]  |  [Visit the Website]

Art by Griselda Gabriele
Release: July 25, 2019

Backbone

developed by EggNut  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Xbox One, Switch

“A pixel art cinematic adventure with stealth and action elements. As private investigator Howard Lotor, you are set to solve detective cases, interrogate witnesses, explore the intriguing and dangerous world around you, and sneak your way to safety using smell-based stealth mechanics.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Fan art by Donryu.

via /r/IndieGaming Release: 2019

She and the Light Bearer

developed by Mojiken Studio  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac

Welcome to the forest,
O Bearer of Light.

Come and see
beings of fairy tale
who welcome thee.

Dancing grasses, laughing flowers,
in hope and tears, the Forest cheers.

Come and hear
stories and wisdom,
treasured so dear.

Stay and ponder, stay and wander.
Learn the wisdom, reach the answer.

Come in deeper,
O Light Bearer,
into the Forest’s heart.

Where the light fails to penetrate
and the truth slumbers so deeply.

Come and find…
find the Mother.

“A point and click adventure game, a poem, a fairy tale. Take a journey inside a vibrantly colored forest, meet silly creatures, listen to serene folk music, and discover somber secrets.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

via /r/gamedev Release: Jan 17, 2019

Sea Salt

developed by Y/CJ/Y  |  Platform: Windows

“An action strategy hybrid, where you are Dagon, The Old God, the Eldritch force of the sea, summoning unfathomable horrors to blight the human lands. They will pay what they owe, and you will have your vengeance.”

“When humanity prayed you were willing to offer them fair winds for their fishing vessels, and they enjoyed the riches and prosperity you provided. They knew the price, but cowardice overtook their faith when the time came to collect. The bishop of your church defied your will, but when the horrors of the deep emerge from the gloom he will beg for the mercy of a swift death.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

via /r/gamedev Release: Q1 2019

Eastshade

developed by Eastshade Studios  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

“You are a traveling painter, exploring the island of Eastshade.  Capture the world on canvas using your artist’s easel.  Talk to the inhabitants to learn about their lives.  Make friends and help those in need.  Discover mysteries and uncover secrets about the land.  Surmount natural impasses to reach forgotten places. Experience how your actions impact the world around you.”

This is one of the first things I posted about when I started sharing indie games, almost exactly four years ago.  Glad to see it releasing soon!

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Release: February 13, 2019

Frightened Beetles

developed by Anatoliy Loginovskikh  |  Platform: Windows

“Something terrible happened in the forest! Someone frightened all Bugs! What happened? You are the only one who can find it out!”

“This is my first animated project and I want it to be free of charge. It was rather hard to withdraw from the pixel art but the result exceeded my expectations. In the end the game turned out to have good animation and funny characters. If you try hard you can end the game in just a few minutes. I really hope these minutes will make you laugh and cheer you up!”

[Download]  |  [Visit the Website]

via /r/gamedev Release: May 11, 2018

Black Skylands

developed by Konstantin Burov  |  Platform: PC

Black Skylands is a top-down RPG shooter being created by solo developer Konstantin Burov.  It is meant to be a single player only experience and while the developer is open to co-op there aren’t any plans to implement it at this time.  I believe it’s still pretty early in development and although a lot of the mechanics seem to be nicely fleshed out things like the story and quests have yet to be worked into the game.  You will be able to upgrade and customize your character and weapons along with your airship (which is the coolest bit I think). :-)

There isn’t a set release date yet, but a demo is supposed to be in the works and out in February.

[Blog on VK]  |  [Visit the Website] (should have more info soon)

via /r/IndieGaming Release: TBA

The Last Campfire

developed by Hello Games  |  Platforms: TBA

“An adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home. Travel deeper into the lands beyond the dark forest and overcome the adversities before you. Discover beautiful wilderness filled with lost folk, strange creatures and mysterious ruins. Find hope and carry it with you on your Journey to light The Last Campfire.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

via Get Indie Gaming Release: 2019

Feudal Alloy

developed by Attu Games  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, Switch

“Explore an unusual medieval world with a fish-controlled robot, Attu.  Improve your combat techniques and skills by smashing many kinds of mechanical creatures in a beautiful hand-drawn world.”

“Get lost and discover a huge interconnected world, filled with a wide range of enemies, bosses, skills, and equipment.  Choose which paths you take and which enemies you face.  Try to defeat the evil and find your way back home.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Buy on Switch]  |  [ Visit the Website ]

via /r/gamedevRelease: Jan 17, 2019