There are so many amazing indie games out there, but some of them stand out as must-play experiences. What are your favorite indie games of all time?
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I would say Hades.
The gameplay loop, the art direction and the story are all very good.Can’t wait for Part 2!
Subnautica. One of the best experiences I’ve had in gaming.
Outer Wilds. One of the most creative and thought-provoking games I’ve played. Definitely go into this one knowing as little as possible about it.
Hollow Knight also deserves a spot here, but personally I preferred Salt and Sanctuary.
Outer wilds is ridiculously good, it’s such a crazy unique experience. But you have to go in without spoilers, it’s not nearly as fun if you know where things are.
There is this little hidden gem called The Witcher 3.
Ok, real answer: To the Moon and Doki Doki Literature Club are two indies that really left a mark on me, specifically the former. Both games are fantastic.
FTL, Into the Breach, Celeste, Hollow Knight, Banished
Stardew Valley
Oh disco elysium for sure. Fantastic crpg.
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Valheim - especially if you fork out for a dedicated server. I was playing with family and friends across the Atlanic, so we’d log on the next day and find new bases and bridges built, etc.
I just wish you could modify and expand the boats!
Airships: Conquer the Skies - a great little 2D airship builder and combat game
Songs of Syx - a fun city builder even if combat is largely unfinished still
The games that stuck with me are (in no special order) Paradise Killer, Sable, Disco Elysium, Gris and of course What remains of Edith Finch.
The Return of the Obra Dinn.
Factorio has been my crack-torio for many years. Satisfactory may have better graphics, but I prefer the simplicity and depth of Factorio.
I’m not sure what the cutoff is for indie these days, but I think the Ori games are perfect.
Gone Home.
Celeste.
Most of Pokemon fan games (my boyfriend loves fangames)
Gris. Gorgeous visuals and stress-free gameplay
Not incredibly long either
Factorio with a friend. (Alone is still good)
Hades, though I don’t know if it’s a must-play for everyone. I like it a lot and is probably my most-played game on the Steam Deck.
