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All the latest news and coverage of the best indie games around. Encompassing all genres imaginable, indie games are often the heartbeat of the industry. From small teams to single developers, here's where you'll find those great indie gems.

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Why Are There So Many Animal Cop Games?

When the fuzz has feathers.

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Tales Of The Shire Is The First Lord Of The Rings Game That Truly Understands Tolkien

Our first look at Tales of the Shire in the new trailer shows a magical game that understands the heart of Tolkien

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10 Best Co-Op Top-Down Shooters

Some of the best top-down shooters to play with your friends!

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Boba Story: All Magic Den Recipes

Use Trinkets to augment your boba experience.

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2024 Is The Year Of Plant Video Games

The seeds of a new genre are beginning to sprout.

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Infection Free Zone: Best Starting Areas

Learn which ones are the best starting areas for Infection Free Zone!

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Infection Free Zone: 8 Beginner Tips

Because surviving a zombie apocalypse is hard enough.

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Indie World Needs To Improve, With Or Without Silksong

There is more to the indie scene that wholesome chill vibes.

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Botany Manor Review: Forgotten Flora, Unforgettable Delight

Sometimes on a dreary day, you just need to zone out into Victorian England and grow the same plant six times on accident.

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Every Game By Vanillaware, Ranked

We rank all Vanillaware's titles, showcasing the very best of the studio.

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Legend Of Mushroom: How To Change Server

Learn how to change servers in Legend Of Mushroom!

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Academy Of Art University's Booth Was A Hidden Gem Of PAX East

Student games Teeth and Hexahedron offered fun off-the-beaten-path discoveries.

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Children Of The Sun: How To Complete The Temple

The final stage in Children Of The Sun is also the most difficult.

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Botany Manor: 8 Beginner Tips

The best bits of info for the budding botanist.

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Children Of The Sun: Every Challenge And How To Complete Them

Complete each stage's Challenge to master Children of the Sun!

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Buckshot Roulette: Every Item, Explained

Playing this deadly roulette can be pretty difficult without knowing what each item does. Use this guide to learn tips about them.

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Buckshot Roulette: How To Unlock All Endings

This kind of game will only end one of two ways.

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Death Noodle Delivery Is More Cyberpunk Than 2077

The longer time goes on, the less cyberpunk Cyberpunk 2077 feels

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The Best Indie Games Of All Time

There have been some truly exceptional indie games released over the years. But these titles stand out as the best the genre has to offer.

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