Category: Indie Games

Eagle Island

developed by Pixelnicks  |  published by Screenwave Media


“Discover the avian world of Eagle Island with Quill and his loyal owl companion, Koji.  Explore lush forests, treacherous caverns, and uncover the ruins of long lost civilizations on your way to confront the gargantuan deity, Armaura, in a desperate attempt to rescue Ichiro from her clutches.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Nintendo eShop]

Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, Switch
Release: July 11, 2019

Theropods

developed by Theropods Team


“An old school point and click adventure game that combines puzzles with a cinematic story, colourful characters, playable action sequences and a retro aesthetic.  Oh, and lots of dinosaurs!”

“A young hunter travelling home to free her enslaved tribe from bloodthirsty barbarians.  A mysterious spaceman stranded on a strange prehistoric planet with slim hopes of returning home.  Experience friendship, bravery and betrayal, all while playing a classic adventure game!”

[Back on Kickstarter]  |  [Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Play the Demo]

Platforms: Windows, Mac
Release: 2021

Errand Boy

developed by Tree Interactive


The world is ending but you are an optimistic delivery monster who is determined to be a positive influence on the people you meet.  Help them with their problems by running errands and trying to raise their spirits.  Maybe, hopefully, you can shape the future into a better outcome. :-)

This is still a bit early in development (I think!) and I don’t have too much information on it but you can follow the developer on Twitter or take a peek at the teaser trailer.

[Visit the Website]

Platforms: Switch
Release: TBA

Sea of Solitude

developed by Jo-Mei Games  |  published by Electronic Arts


“Sea of Solitude takes you on a personal journey of a young woman’s loneliness.  Set sail across a beautiful and evolving world, where nothing is quite what it seems.  Meet fantastical creatures and monsters, learn their stories, and solve challenges.  Explore a flooded city, either by boat, on foot, or by swimming through the water itself.  Dare to look what lies beneath the surface, in a haunting struggle of darkness and light, and discover what it truly means to be human.”

[Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Xbox One, PS4
Release: July 5, 2019

Orange Island

developed by Ted Sterchi


“A new retro single-player 8-bit action-adventure platformer game being developed by former SEGA designer Ted Sterchi.  This game is being carefully developed to be a completely authentic experience, fully created under the graphic and audio specifications of the NES.

“Explore a pastel-hued island while uncovering mysteries from the past.  Players will explore a vast island, swapping between five different playable characters who have their own unique magical abilities and discovering who is best suited for different areas and obstacles. This is an island that will reward the curious with plentiful secrets and hidden ancient relics to be found.

“One normal Summer vacation soon turns into a generational tale about family, friendship, hope, bravery, and our impact on the environment.”

[Back on Kickstarter]  |  [ Wishlist on Steam]

Platforms: Windows, Mac, Switch, NES
Release: Q1 2020

MARE

developed by Visiontrick Media


“An exploratory and sensory VR adventure experienced through a mechanical bird and a lost girl on a journey through a mythical world.

“By the means of your gaze you indirectly guide and manipulate a mechanical creature known as BIRD – which you for yet unknown reasons are attached to.  Sailing the winds from vane to vane you explore, traverse and interact with the landscapes of MARE, a serene world lost in time and space, filled with untangled mysteries.”

[Visit the Website]

Platforms: Oculus
Release: Autumn 2019

Last Moon

developed by Sköll Studio


“The Moon is falling, malicious creatures appear, the world falls in chaos!  Last Moon is an Action-RPG greatly inspired by the mythical titles from the 90s!  Explore a mesmerizing, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers, face tainted creatures and upgrade your abilities in a classic hand-drawn 2D style.”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, Xbox One, Switch
Release: 2020

Unexplored 2: The Wayfarer’s Legacy

developed by Ludomotion  |  published by Big Sugar


“A roguelite action-RPG and prodigious sequel to the critically acclaimed indie gem, Unexplored.  Leave the Dungeon of Doom behind and venture into a vast, wondrous world as you embark on a heroic quest to destroy the mysterious Staff of Yendor.

“Explore beautiful landscapes and discover hidden marvels.  Encounter magical creatures and dangerous foes.  Make brave choices and put your faith in good fortune.  Featuring a unique legacy system, advanced procedural generation technology, and rich, generative storytelling…”

[Wishlist on Steam]  |  [Support on Fig]

via Kinda Funny Games Platforms: Windows
Release: 2020