Paranormasight director Takanari Ishiyama attributes the success of his horror visual novel series to the rise of high-quality indie games, which draw attention to smaller-scale projects. The series, published by Square Enix, has garnered critical acclaim and positive Steam user ratings. This phenomenon highlights a shift in the gaming industry where indie titles pave the way for niche projects from larger publishers.
This week's PC releases blend music, philosophy, and action, with highlights including Wax Heads, where you manage a struggling record store, Dead as Disco, a rhythmic brawler, and U.V.S. Nirmana, a Buddhist spaceship engineering puzzler. From retro music to forest fire deathgames, there's something for every philosophical gamer. Explore the eclectic mix of new PC games.
Surging in popularity, Far Far West becomes the third best-selling game on Steam in April 2025, captivating 47,300 players with its cooperative shooter exper…
Little Nightmares VR Altered Echoes brings horror to new heights on VR, offering surreal levels and creepy monsters—perfect for fans and newcomers alike.
Indie horror game Amygdala: Prelude has been stuck in Steam approval for three years, leaving developers frustrated as they watch others release their games.
