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The Indie Informer @theindieinformer.bsky.social · 11h

It looks like 8 might be the magic number for indie releases this week.

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This Week In Indies: Oct 5-9

Happy Monday!

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Selkie Harbour @selkieharbour.com · 11h

Virtue and a Sledgehammer is just around the corner.

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midnight snack club games @midnightsnackclub.bsky.social · 13h

The view from our game vs the view from my home 😂 one is much cozier than the other. #cozygames #indiegames

A screenshot from The Supper Club showing dreamy sunlight peaking through a kitchen nook window with a view of a downtown cityscape.

A picture of me holding an old Twitch mug in front of my view of alleys, garages, and the back of apartments.

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Fellow Traveller @fellowtraveller.games · 28/09/2026

🌟 Presenting the LudoNarraCon 2026 Official Selection 🌟 🎮 51 narrative indie games 🗓️ October 8–15 PT on Steam 💙 Supported by @jacobgeller.com, @lookingfor.game, @remapradio.bsky.social & @thisweekinvideogames.com 🌐 More info at bit.ly/FTLNC2026 📬 Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated!

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Aerial_Knight @aerialknight.com · 05/10/2026

As a studio owner, it would be irresponsible to have my team spend a week making FREE DLC just because I think it’s cool as fuck... We are totally not going to release FREE DL for a puzzle game this week 👀 store.steampowered.com/app/4756010/...

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Max! @littlepolygon.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

How it started... how it's going ;) #ScreenShotSaturday Wishlist: store.steampowered.com/app/3038700/...

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 02/10/2026

We have four games participating in the Steam Autumn Sale! 💜 Fishbowl - 20% off (7.99 USD) 🪑 Is This Seat Taken? - 30% off (6.99 USD) 🏠 MakeRoom - 30% off (6.99 USD) 🍜 Minami Lane - 50% off (2.49 USD)

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Chris Biagini-Foote (they/them) @honestindies.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

There’s a new interview up with the (primarily) solo dev behind Red The Cook. We cover what early access has been like these first couple months, what players can expect going forward, “why a fox?” how a meme became an npc and more. www.patreon.com/HonestIndies...

Key art for Red the Cook with Red (a chef fox) to the left holding a kitchen knife and a line of food to the right.

Screenshot from Red the Cook showing a giant rooster saying, “Time for the omlet inspection. Let’s see how you did, Chef.”

Screenshot from the first level of Red The Cook showing a pirate-themed ice cream shop. A red Fox with a skull bandana and eyepatch is serving various types of ice cream to ducks, dogs, and cats.

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 01/10/2026

The Steam Autumn Sale kicks off today! I'll be sharing wholesome and cozy titles with some great discounts as I come across them ~ feel free to add to the list and comment below if you see anything that's caught your eye!

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Revy but spoopy @catgirlfingies.quest · 01/10/2026

I'm back streaming today TOEM 2! Let's have fun and relax twitch.tv/catgirlfingies & youtube.com/@catgirlfingies

Revy wearing smokey eye shadow makeup and black lipstick
Also wearing cat ears.
She's near a microphone and ready to stream

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midnight snack club games @midnightsnackclub.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We’re keeping this trend going. We love to share some love for our favs and inspos 🥹💖 if you can’t tell, there’s also a place in our hearts for games centered around creativity & grief. We love how it can encourage people to share their stories that stick w/us after credits. #cozygames #indiegames

Screenshot showing morning sun cast upon s table with breakfast for two laid out. Red text is overlaid above that says, “GAMES YOU COULDN’T PAY US TO…”

Red text in an off white bubble says, “Shut Up About” above key art for Dressmaker, Woodo, and Capy Castaway.

Red text in an off white bubbles says, “Stop Being Inspired By” above key art for Undusted, Unpacking, A Little To The Left, and Venba.

A screenshot of the work in progress intro to The Supper Club with white text over an image of a studio apartment kitchen. Red text in an off white bubble at the top says, “Stop Making :)” with another below asking to wishlist on steam.

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Crossplay Conversations @crossplayconvos.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We love TOEM 2! New episode dropped where Luke & Jacob are joined by special guest @mrkstep.bsky.social to talk about our full impressions of @swmgames.bsky.social's sequel to 2021's TOEM! WATCH: youtu.be/_KGAM7nBtNg LISTEN: plnk.to/crossplaycon...

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Doot 🪲🪷 Wishlist Milki Delivery 🐮🚲 @dodoot.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We are working on the end of the game this week so I won't be able to share a lot of things, but I'm really excited to see your reaction when you'll get to play it 🌻

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Wishlist Spirit Rancher on Steam 🌱 @yangyangmobile.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

hey, gang! High Times is part of this year's #GDoCExpo2026! 🍩 thank you so much to @gdocexpo.com for the opportunity 💕

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 26/09/2026

Sandcastle dropped its demo as part of the Wholesome Games Celebration in August, and has since surpassed 250k wishlists. Why do you think this "literal sandbox game" is resonating with so many?

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 25/09/2026

There's less than a week left to sign up for the Jam! Register your team on the Discord server by September 30th!

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Josh Boykin @wallstormer.blacksky.app · 25/09/2026

And if you want to see some of the highlights, check out Game Devs of Color Expo Direct in THREE HOURS (which I also had a hand in): gdoc.events/Direct2026 Some truly INCREDIBLE games. All too thankful for the chance to curate for @gdocexpo.com this year.

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Game Devs of Color Expo Direct 2026

Over 60 games from all over the world to get you excited and ready to play.

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AndresPlays @andresplays.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Here is Ray's review of Dressmaker! An in-depth simulator that aspiring fashion designers had only dreamt of until now.

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Dressmaker Review – A Brilliant Cozy Hall of Famer

Dressmaker is a well-crafted medium-weight dress simulation that provides just the right balance of structure vs freedom.

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Double Fine @doublefine.com · 24/09/2026

Clock in, drive the bus, and get passengers to their stops...but SLAP anyone breaking the rules (or throw 'em out the back if they don't behave)! It's Crazy Taxi meets Papers, Please! Launching October 14~ Wishlist THANK YOU BUS DRIVER:

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Thank You Bus Driver

Take on the role of a town’s rules-driven (and reckless) bus driver in Thank You Bus Driver! Drive fast, slap faster, and toss any rulebreakers out of…

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Jacqueline @jacqueline-joy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

happy first day of autumn 🍂☕️🎃

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Jacqueline @jacqueline-joy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Cozy brews, snacks, and games as the weather cools down ☕️✨🍁🍂 A quick peek at our pouring mechanic and weather system at work in game

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Capy Castaway 🍊 Available NOW! @capycastaway.com · 22/09/2026

The first day of fall has us ready to curl up on the couch and spend a little more time on Castaway Island with the ghost fish 🍂🐟 What are the essentials in your perfect cozy gaming setup?

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Yotsuba Interactive @yotsubainteractive.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

We love games with stories to tell 🍀 Here are games we’re helping bring to life at Yotsuba Interactive ✨ Featured games: 🎸I Write Games Not Tragedies by Studio Wife 🪴Travelling Light by IDUN Studio 👶Escape the Baby Alarm by @juliebjornskov.bsky.social Steam link ⬇️

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dreamfeel @dreamfeel.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

ran a cool workshop today and lots of neat people made lots of neat games. making stuff is awesome. ❤️ and being in person sharing that is even better. i'll share some more about it soon. and reveal flickgame 2000. a wee custom version bagenzo has been making wit me.

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The Indie Informer @theindieinformer.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Catch me on the Boss Rush Podcast with Joseph Hooper gushing about PAX indies in media res. But wait, there's more! I teamed up with Finn on the NOLAnerdcast to highlight the show floor's brightest gems.

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Last Of The PAX West Indie Coverage: Double Feature

Pax and Relax this weekend.

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AndresPlays @andresplays.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Woodo is a hidden object puzzle game with an adorable art style. At the same time, it is so much more than that. Telling the story of a little fox's unforgettable summer, its kind narration tries its best to remind us of exciting childhood adventures, and succeeds. My last review of the week.

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Woodo Review – It’s All About Perspective - Pixel Byte

Woodo is an adorable hidden object puzzler that tells the story of a little fox's coming-of-age summer through gorgeous dioramas.

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Jacqueline @jacqueline-joy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Hi all! We’re a tiny indie studio working on The Supper Club 🍽️ Make thoughtful decisions about where items belong and how meals are served through delightful satisfying object arrangement as a heartfelt story quietly unfolds through memories and belongings ✨ store.steampowered.com/app/4735210/...

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Britt 🌱 @cozybritt.itch.io · 17/09/2026

Don't mind me... just playing the most adorable game... with the most adorable story... Seriously, beautifully made!!!!! And very satisfying to do the puzzles. @juliaprokhorova.bsky.social #woodo #indiegame

Colorful 3D game scene from Woodo showing a tiny cottage with an orange tiled roof on a grassy island surrounded by pale blue water. A lively group of stylized geese and small animal characters gathers outside the house, while more birds perch on the roof beneath a Wi-Fi-shaped symbol. Rounded trees, flowers, reeds, rocks, and soft green hills create a playful, handcrafted miniature world.

Warm, whimsical 3D game scene from Woodo featuring a tiny wooden bird perched among the glossy green leaves of a houseplant. The plant sits in a woven basket filled with rounded wooden objects inside a cozy, sunlit wooden room decorated with pastel pink and blue triangular bunting. Soft golden particles float through the air, giving the scene a peaceful, handcrafted feel.

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Carrot 🥕 @justacarrot.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Are you a streamer or press outlet who'd be interested in covering games for the first ever ace-focused Steam festival? Then fill out this streamer/press interest form! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Help us make this a wonderful celebration of ace games and developers! #asexual #GamesThatAceIt

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Kate | No Small Games 💫 🌲 @katerblossom.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Wow, some dreamy games and guests coming this fall to No Small Games 💗 💫

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Capy Castaway 🍊 Available NOW! @capycastaway.com · 12/09/2026

For National Video Games Day, we’re taking a lil trip through Capy Castaway’s development! 🎮✨ See how some of our fav places transformed from early builds into the cozy Castaway Island you can explore today. #IndieGaming #CozyGames #NarrativeGames

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TimOfLegend @timoflegend.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

It's spreading! Lighthouse fever is spreading! Check out this amazing LIGHTHOUSE BUNDLE on Steam! store.steampowered.com/bundle/86723...

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Save 23% on The Lighthouse Bundle on Steam

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adrienne ✨ Truth Scrapper @insertdisc5.com · 12/09/2026

im a baby and its my birthday and i wanna show you my games and comics. so all my stuff is 33% off for my birthday. 🎂 buy my comics and games and artbooks. for my birthday 🎂 itch.io/s/200846/its...

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Tanat (making Building Relationships) Boozayaangool @tanatb.housefuckinggame.com · 11/09/2026

september is suicide prevention awareness month and it would be remiss if i didn't talk about the fact that Building Relationships is a big part of why I'm alive today at the time, the game started as a way out from all the bad stuff, but ended up giving me wayyy more than i could ever imagine

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Finji @finjico.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

"The bonds June exhibits with her friends are just as engaging as the battles against giant spectral crabs...I found myself trying to fight my way through so I could experience more of her story. Then, during narrative sequences, I found myself pining to return to the fight." #usualjune

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AndresPlays @andresplays.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

If you like cats and photography, you should read my latest review!

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AndresPlays @andresplays.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Excited to share my review of photography adventure Cat Me If You Can tomorrow!

The main menu of Cat Me If You Can. It's a black-and-white patio with two cats chilling on foldable chairs.

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Chris Biagini-Foote (they/them) @honestindies.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The first episode of the podcast featured @saffronaurora.bsky.social talking about @capycastaway.com after the first demo released and in today’s episode I’m joined by @beezelda.com to discuss the game post-launch. We also chat about queer joy, d&d, and plenty more. youtu.be/o5as-D6cTgk?...

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The Indie Informer @theindieinformer.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Welcome to your own little cheat sheet for what was at the first Akupara Direct.

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Everything Shown At The First Akupara Direct Celebrating 10 Years

Akupara had surprises for us.

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 04/09/2026

The Wholesome Games Game Jam has returned! This is a beginner-friendly, low-pressure jam organized by our Discord community with a focus on having fun, being creative, and making new friends! 🎨 All skill levels welcome 💖 Multiple ways to participate ⬇️ Links with more info

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Double Fine @doublefine.com · 04/09/2026

ICYMI: We announced the first game under our fun-sized games label, Double Fine Action Labs! THANK YOU BUS DRIVER is available to wishlist on Steam! Help us spread the word by adding TYBD to your wishlist ❤️ store.steampowered.com/app/5067360/...

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Thank You Bus Driver on Steam

Take on the role of a town’s rules-driven (and reckless) bus driver in Thank You Bus Driver! Drive fast, slap faster, and toss any rulebreakers out of your bus to reach true victory: being appreciated...

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Doot 🪲🪷 Wishlist Milki Delivery 🐮🚲 @dodoot.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Working on the main menu of our little game 🚲

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Jeff Gerstmann @jeffgerstmann.com · 04/09/2026

If you're doing PR or sending keys or whatever, essentially cold calling YouTube/Twitch channels with a game, I assure you that you do not need to have AI gin up some fake list of things that you "saw and enjoyed" on the channel to make that message have impact. That stuff just makes you look fake.

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Molleindustria FUTURE? NO THANKS! OUT NOW @molleindustria.org · 04/09/2026

Future? No Thanks! IS OUT NOW ON STEAM An open-world comedy adventure about workable utopias, the twilight of patriarchy, revolution, and the horrifying possibility that the younger generations might be right. 💀 Windows + Mac 💀 6+ hours of gameplay 💀 20% off at launch futurenothanks.com

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Revy but spoopy @catgirlfingies.quest · 04/09/2026

Someone e-mailed me a key to their indie game but when i looked at the steam page. The art and voice acting is AI. Please don't send me games that are made with AI. I will not play them or stream them.

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Double Fine @doublefine.com · 02/09/2026

A freshly indie price for a freshly indie studio! 😎

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Wholesome Games @wholesomegames.com · 02/09/2026

We've been busy, so here's a quick recap! 🌊 WATERFUL is the latest Wholesome Games Presents title 🛒 Is This Seat Taken? is getting a physical release 🐮 Milki Delivery launches November 17 🍬 Submissions are open now for Wholesome Snack

Key art for the video game WATERFUL. A fox is looking at the viewer surrounded by an oasis, birds, and plants.

A collage of items included with the Lost in Cult special edition of Is This Seat Taken?, including a custom mailer box with original illustrations, essay and developer interview booklet, original outer slipcase artwork, fold-out unique artwork poster, 4 art cards, and a developer authenticity card.

Key art for Wholesome Snack. A mouse character is welcoming the viewer to a colorful festival.

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