In recent years, games by small, independent developers have become more and more rampant. Gone are the days when all the top games come from massive studios. Now, anyone who dreams of it can develop and release a video game.
Indie games, also known as independent games, are games crafted by smaller studios or a small team of developers. Despite coming from individuals with a limited budget, some indie games were made free to play and can be downloaded on Steam. These games are hidden gems that deserve more recognition due to their graphics, fun story lines, and playstyle.
IdleOn - The Idle RPG is a fun RPG that continues to grind even when you're gone, allowing you to level up even if you're not online. This game was made by a single developer, Lavaflame2.
At IdleOn, you can create different classes that all work together while you're gone. When you're back, you are greeted with loot, powerful upgrades, and more! The more you level up, the more likely you are to come across difficult World Bosses.
Not willing to splurge on PGA Tour 2K25? Then check out WGT Golf. It is created with GPS data and advanced graphics technology that allows you to have an immersive golf experience.
On WGT Golf, you can play on iconic golf courses like Wolf Creek and Pebble Beach. You can use different clubs, try out different swings, and play against other players. However, please note you need to create a WGT Golf account to play this game.
In The Lion's Song: Episode 1 - Silence, you play as the talented musician Wilma. Poised to be the next big thing in modern music, Wilma's teacher sends her to a solitary alpine cabin to get rid of her writer's block and find new inspiration.
When you play as Wilma, every choice matters. Every decision you make will have a direct impact on the storyline of not just Silence, but the other episodes in The Lion's Song and will determine if Wilma will be able to beat her writer's block.
Super Animal Royale may be the cutest battle royale game out right now. It's a 64-player 2D battle royale where animals fight tooth and claw to be the final survivor. Set in an abandoned safari, players must scavenge for powerful weapons, armor, and items to end up on top.
While avoiding enemies, learn more about the hidden lore of the area by chatting with its inhabitants and scouring the area for clues about what is happening. Will you be the mightiest animal on the safari?
Did you love Fall Guys? Then check out Stumble Guys. Race against 32 players in fast-paced tournaments. To be the last man standing, you need to dodge, jump, and stumble without falling off the map or coming in last. Remember, only one person can be the winner.
There are over 60 maps, making every match a new adventure. You are also able to cross-play on Steam and mobile, meaning you can play anytime, anywhere.
Goose Goose Duck is like Among Us but even more chaotic. In this social deduction game, you can either play as a goose or a duck. If you're a goose, you must complete your tasks and survive. However, if you are a duck, you must wreak havoc and eliminate as many geese as possible.
This game is more fun with friends thanks to the proximity voice chat. There are several game modes, diverse maps, and several in-game tasks to keep players busy. Will the geese be triumphant, or will the duck eliminate all their enemies?
If you love Dungeons & Dragons, then you should download Idle Champions of the Forgotten Realms. It's a party management turn-based combat game that allows you to collect Champions from across the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse.
Here, you can travel the D&D multiverse, manage multiple adventuring parties, and unleash the full power of your Champions to overcome even the hardest of adventures.
Dark Deception is a fast-paced horror game that is actually scary. This first-person horror action maze game utilizes arcade games with jump scares. It is filled with terrifying enemies, dark humor, and a hazardous environment.
You play as someone trapped in a nightmarish maze, riddled with horrifying monsters. To escape, you must face the darkness and find a way to survive. Beware: there are monsters in almost every corner and no place to hide. Will you be able to run for your life, or will you be stuck in the maze forever?
When you think of MMOs, you think of action-filled games like World of Warcraft or RuneScape. However, Sky: Children of the Light is different. It is a calming and peaceful MMO that allows you to regain your child-like sense of wonder.
In Sky: Children of the Light, you use the Light within you to heal the world of Darkness. Free your Ancestors who are stuck in the mortal world and allow them to return to their home in the stars. While learning about the lore, play with other Sky Children for extra fun.
In Poppy Playtime, you explore the abandoned factory of Playtime Co. The area used to be a bustling factory of the top toy manufacturing company, until everybody inside the factory disappeared without a word. Now, you are determined to uncover the truth of what happened.
This proves to be more challenging than you thought. In this horror puzzle game, you must survive the evil toys that live in the toy factory while surviving the abandoned facility. Will you be able to uncover the mystery or succumb to the furry hands of the vengeful toys?
Source: The Gamer
