All articles tagged with #indie
Originally Published 11 days ago — by IndieWire
The article reviews 25 overlooked indie movies from 2025, highlighting diverse genres and themes, from feminist horror to coming-of-age stories, and emphasizing their unique artistic approaches and cultural significance.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by RPGFan
The article previews the top 30 most anticipated RPGs of 2026, including titles like The Adventures of Elliot, Alabaster Dawn, Beast of Reincarnation, and Code Vein II, highlighting their unique gameplay, storylines, and development backgrounds, promising a diverse and exciting year for RPG fans.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Deadline
The article previews the upcoming horror film slate for 2026, highlighting a mix of auteur-driven projects, indie breakout films, and franchise continuations, with notable titles like 'ALPHA', 'The Bride!', and 'Werwulf' expected to generate both critical acclaim and box office success.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by The Guardian
The article highlights five notable albums from 2023 across various genres, including Annahstasia's introspective debut, Valentina Magaletti's experimental percussion, Madison Cunningham's emotionally rich folk, Sarz's genre-blending Afrobeats, and Daniel Avery's dark techno, showcasing diverse and compelling music releases that may have been overlooked this year.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by NPR
In 2025, the gaming industry saw a surge in indie hits and major console releases, with notable titles like Clair Obscur, Hades 2, and Nintendo's Switch 2, amidst industry upheavals and new gaming experiences across genres, as highlighted by NPR's staff.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Xbox Wire
Keeper, a surreal, wordless adventure game from Double Fine, launched on multiple platforms including Xbox and Steam, inspired by themes of isolation, connection, and metamorphosis, featuring a lighthouse that awakens and embarks on a mysterious journey with a seabird companion.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Kotaku
Kotaku's weekend gaming guide highlights four games to enjoy, including the charming roguelike rhythm game Ratatan, the dog-defense tower game The Last Friend, the cozy pixel-art adventure Little Witch in the Woods, and the action-packed Dying Light: The Beast, offering a variety of experiences for different tastes.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Kotaku
and Roger is a $5, hour-long narrative puzzle game for Switch and PC that explores the emotional story of an elderly couple dealing with dementia, using challenging gameplay to evoke empathy and reflection. It’s highly recommended for its impactful storytelling and affordability.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Push Square
Wheel World is an engaging open-world cycling game on PS5 that captures the joy of biking with satisfying controls and progression, though it suffers from performance issues and a finicky ending, but remains a delightful experience overall.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Polygon
Shark Dentist is an upcoming horror roguelike game where players act as a shark dentist, managing a variety of variables to treat deadly marine animals, with high stakes and dark humor, set in a bizarre basement setting. The game combines dark humor, roguelike mechanics, and creepy aesthetics, and is available for wishlist on Steam, with a release date soon.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Lorde's fourth album 'Virgin' marks a return to a more energetic, chaotic sound reminiscent of her 2017 'Melodrama,' with themes of late-20s angst, love, and self-awareness, featuring a mix of electronic, rave, and industrial elements that reflect her growth and evolving artistry.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by GameSpot
Rematch is a chaotic, skill-based football game that captures the fun and frustration of playing with friends, emphasizing individual skill over team tactics, with a unique camera perspective and physics-based gameplay, though it faces issues like server problems and microtransactions. It offers a fresh take on football games, focusing on quick matches and player mastery, but needs refinement to reach its full potential.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Eurogamer
Peak, a co-op climbing game developed by Landcrab, has sold one million copies in just six days on Steam, rapidly climbing to the top of the sales charts and marking a significant success for its developers, especially as it is Landcrab's first release.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The article highlights the best albums of 2025 so far, showcasing a diverse range of artists and genres including pop, indie, hip-hop, country, and experimental music, with notable releases from Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Julien Baker, and others, reflecting a vibrant and innovative year in music.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Guardian
The article highlights Danish musician Gustav Berntsen's double EP 'Ressed / Falter,' showcasing his blend of open-hearted pop and experimental sounds, reminiscent of Arthur Russell, and features a roundup of the week's best new tracks from artists like Mavi, Alex G, Silvana Estrada, Lorde, and others. It also explores the innovative music scene at Copenhagen’s Rhythmic Music Conservatory.