6 More Amazing Indie Games You Must Play
Many of the best experiences come from small teams and independent studios
Several weeks ago, I wrote about some fantastic indie games that were hidden gems due to the PlayStation Store’s issues with discoverability. Today I want to spotlight some titles that can’t be considered hidden as they have received much praise and attention, but still may be unknown to wide swaths of the gaming universe. None of these are exclusive to PlayStation, so no matter where you play you can enjoy these treasures.
Celeste
A true example of the spirit of an indie game, Celeste began as a two-person creation on the Pico-8 system, done at a four-day game jam. From those bones, developer Matt Makes Games (now Extremely Ok Games) created what we can all experience today, and it is gaming at its best. You are Madeline, taking on the challenge of climbing Celeste Mountain while fighting your inner demons along the way. With retro pixel graphics, an incredible soundtrack, and a meaningful story, this game has it all.
Celeste is the epitome of “easy to learn, hard to master” gaming, where your success or…
