The game shop is not dead; it’s just gone indie
There was a time when buying a video game at a game shop felt like an event. You would walk into GAME, Gamestation, Grainger Games, or your local independent shop and spend far longer browsing than you probably needed to. Shelves packed with box art. Pre-owned bargains hidden between newer releases. Slightly battered PS2 cases […]
Indie vs AAA games: What’s the real difference, and why does it matter?
I’ll be honest, when it comes to gaming, “Indie” has felt like a bit of a dirty word. Or, rather, it’s always felt like a detrimental term towards games that has ultimately put off playing some of them. This is insane, I know. Indie games are literally some of the most creative, fun and engaging […]
Our top picks from ENDIX 2026: Indie chaos, clever ideas, and games we can’t ignore
ENDIX 2026 is (almost) wrapped up. The servers might be sticking around a little longer to give people one last chance to explore, but after spending the weekend wandering its halls, getting lost in booths, and adding far too many games to our wishlists, it feels like the right time to start highlighting the ones […]
First impressions of ENDIX: A digital expo that actually feels like one
We went into ENDIX not entirely sure what to expect. A digital gaming expo you download through Steam or the Epic Games Store sounds interesting on paper, but there’s always that question of whether it actually feels like an event… or just a glorified menu with trailers. After spending some time exploring it ahead of […]
More than an escape: Gaming, mental health, and 5 indie games that dare to talk about it
Let’s not dress this up too much. Sometimes gaming is just an escape. Not in the dramatic, “running from your problems forever” kind of way, but in the quieter sense. A break. A pause. A way to switch your brain off for a bit when everything feels a bit too loud, too heavy, or just […]
Demo or Early Access: What actually gives indie games the best shot?
If you’re making an indie game, getting people to notice it is half the battle. The other half is convincing them it’s worth sticking around once they do. That’s where demos and Early Access come in. Two approaches that aim to solve the same problem, getting your game into players’ hands early, but go about […]
The rise of independent games media
We’re in 2026 and starting out with a new site, focusing on all the good stuff that comes from independence. Independent game developers, independent stores, bars, coffee roasters, etc. The world of massive chains, franchises and conglomerates feels bigger than ever, but so too does the rise of those wanting to step out on their […]