Category: Indie

Ports often give overlooked indie gems a second life – and sometimes, a new audience discovers just how much they’ve been missing. Recent releases like LAPIN, Lorn’s Lure, Endoparasitic, and Super Mining Mechs all arrive on consoles after making their mark on PC, each bringing a distinct flavor of gameplay and atmosphere. From heartfelt 2D storytelling to punishing first-person climbs and claustrophobic horror, these ports show how diverse smaller-scale gaming can be when freed from platform constraints. Some thrive through refined controls or sharper presentation, others retain their scrappy indie charm – but all offer a glimpse into how far creative design can go when not weighed down by big-budget expectations. Continue reading “Port roundup: LAPIN, Lorn’s Lure, Endoparasitic & Super Mining Mechs”

One of the nice side effects of the current wave of indie development is that more and more smaller games are finding their way to modern consoles, often giving players on PlayStation 5 a chance to experience titles that might otherwise have gone unnoticed. This roundup looks at four recent ports that each lean into a particular niche: the chaotic roguelite silliness of Extremely Powerful Capybaras, the puzzle charm of Cat Needs, the arcade shooter nostalgia of Airborne Justice, and the retro platforming roots of Eternum EX. They may not be big blockbusters, but together they highlight just how diverse today’s indie lineup can be when older or overlooked games make the jump to new hardware. Continue reading “Port roundup: Extremely Powerful Capybaras, Cat Needs, Airborne Justice & Eternum EX”

As more indie titles make their way from PC to consoles, PlayStation 5 players are being treated to a diverse mix of experiences that highlight just how broad the gaming landscape has become. From colorful physics-driven sandboxes to retro-inspired shooters and tranquil puzzle challenges, recent ports showcase both variety and personality. In this roundup, we take a look at three very different games that have recently landed on Sony’s platform: the slapstick antics of Wobbly Life, the frantic Lovecraftian combat of Forgive Me Father 2, and the calming, detail-oriented puzzles of Tiny Lands. Each offers its own spin on familiar ideas, making for a lineup that spans lighthearted co-op chaos, intense old-school action, and thoughtful, meditative gameplay. Continue reading “Port roundup: Wobbly Life, Forgive Me Father 2 & Tiny Lands”

The past few months have seen a steady stream of indie titles making the leap from PC to PlayStation 5, giving console players a chance to experience some of the more distinctive projects from smaller studios. From the acrobatic combat and retro-futuristic world of Robots at Midnight to the moody road trip of Heading Out, these ports highlight a range of ideas that don’t easily fit into standard genre boxes. There’s also room for multiplayer mayhem in Fling to the Finish, which thrives on chaotic co-op antics, and a retro throwback in SF3RA, a precision platformer with old-school flair. Together, they showcase the eclectic variety of recent PS5 arrivals, each carrying over both the strengths and quirks of their original releases. Continue reading “Port roundup: Robots at Midnight, Heading Out, Fling to the Finish & SF3RA”