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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 21h

You can't always buy every game on release day, but adding it to your wishlist is a great way to show support

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 1d

Ink of Fate demo really reminded me of my experience playing Captain Toad: a puzzle adventure where you have to play with the camera to find your objectives. It's truly beautiful and relaxing. There are battles too, but everything feels very chill

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 1d

love how Nightmare Circus built its gameplay around a puppet protagonist. Everything feels so coherent and satisfying, from the enemies to your own abilities. Definitely a game to keep an eye on for next year. Try the demo now!

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 2d

Releasing this week

CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs
My Card is Better Than Your Card!
Battle Suit Aces
Little Nightmares III
Absolum
Bye Sweet Carole
Yooka-Replaylee
Cairn: Mathair's Curse

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 3d

Katana ZERO has such a strong concept that everyone can't wait for the DLC to finally drop. Its story, mechanics, and music made this game stick in my mind ever since. There's a discount right now, so don't miss it!

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 3d

Disaster Arms really surprised me. It's a run and gun with a strong arcade vibe, where dodging skills truly matter. This game features over 30 different bosses! None of them feel repetitive, either in gameplay or in design

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 4d

There are still a few days left in their Kickstarter campaign if you'd like to support them

www.kickstarter.com/projects/878...

FATAL CLAW: Deadly Cat Action Metroidvania in Dark Beastopia

FatalClaw; A dark 2D Metroidvania action-adventure with a cat hero, mutant powers, claws, exploration, epic bosses, secrets, and story.

www.kickstarter.com

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 4d

Hungry for more metroidvanias? Then try the Fatal Claw demo, a metroidvania featuring a cat protagonist in a world full of magic and technology. It offers around two hours of gameplay that do a great job of selling the full experience

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 4d

The Dobbel Dungeon demo is so good I don't even know what to say, haha. Every aspect is so well crafted it's honestly impressive. If you don't take my word for it, trust the awards it's won. Try it, you won't regret it

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 5d

I had no idea Spell Trigger existed until a few days ago. I love the theme and gameplay it shows, it's like a 3D bullet hell. It's still in development, but you can already add it to your wishlist

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 5d

I had the chance to play the demo of Escape from Ever After: Onboarding and it was fantastic, working perfectly as a prologue. It's no longer available, but the team is hard at work on the full game and a new demo

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 6d

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is a must-have in your library if you love platformers. Yacht Club Games did an amazing job with each title in the series, and what better than having them all together in one package

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 6d

Mossmouth changed roguelikes forever with Spelunky. And just when it seemed impossible to top it, Spelunky 2 arrived. The level design mastery is incredible. One of the games I've enjoyed the most in my life

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 7d

I don't know why most of us choose Wednesdays for wishlist posts haha. What I do know is that supporting your favorite studio or dev is as easy as adding their games. Just one click

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 8d

Experience what it's like to run your own vending machine company in the Vending Machine Co. demo. From overpricing products (if you want) to fixing machines when they break down. Just don't be like me and only buy coffee

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 8d

If you enjoy the demo or are interested in the project, you can support it on its Kickstarter campaign

www.kickstarter.com/projects/des...

Isle of Reveries

An action-adventure inspired by the classics! Make a pilgrimage skybound to the Isle of Reveries, where any wish can be granted.

www.kickstarter.com

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 8d

Isle of Reveries is a must-play Zelda-like. The dungeon design is fantastic, with very intuitive puzzles and secrets. I've only played the first demo, but that alone is enough to recommend you give it a try

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 9d

Releasing this week

@playunyielder.bsky.social - UNYIELDER
@iridgames.bsky.social -IDDLE BOSS RUSH
@chumasgames.bsky.social - PANIK
@nukefist.com - Genokids
@pd-cgt.bsky.social - Disaster Arms

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 10d

I know there are so many games coming out right now, but please give Quartet a chance. It's an RPG that really captures what built this genre in its early days. The music, the characters, and its world are all fantastic

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 11d

Claw machines have never been my strong suit, I've never won a plushie. But Clawsome changes everything: it's simple, fun, and relaxing. Best of all, it comes with extra modes like fishing and decorating. Cozy game fans, you'll love this one!

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 11d

Slots & Daggers is a roguelike that takes the best of slot machines without making you lose the house. It might look like a purely random game, but it's actually more strategic than you'd think. You can think of it as a deckbuilder. Try the demo now!

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 12d

NIGHTMARE OPERATOR is one of those action-horror games I’d really like to try. The action looks so intense that it barely leaves any room to be scared for the enemies, haha. It probably won't be released anytime soon, but who knows, I hope they surprise us

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 12d

Carimara is one of the games I recently discovered, and I can't wait for it to come out. Here, the cards will speak for us as we uncover the mysteries of a world wrapped in horror and fantasy

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 13d

I don't usually like rhythm games, but what Brace Yourself Games has done is so good that even I enjoy it. Crypt of the NecroDancer is pure genius, it forces you to keep the rhythm in a fun way. The idea worked so well that they even made a game for Nintendo

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Indie Watcher @indiewatcher.bsky.social · 13d

Giant Squid knows how to create beautiful and relaxing games. Their most notable work is Abzû, without a doubt, where the combination of art, sound design, and gameplay takes you on an incredible journey

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