Indie Game Oasis
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A YouTube channel dedicated to covering the world's best indie games and the developers behind them.
Want to get in touch? DM or mail indiegameoasis@gmail.com
A YouTube channel dedicated to covering the world's best indie games and the developers behind them.
Want to get in touch? DM or mail indiegameoasis@gmail.com
Not to take away from your point, but OFF was made by a Belgian team, not a French one.
May 6, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Not to take away from your point, but OFF was made by a Belgian team, not a French one.
There are plenty of "pure" puzzle games that did extremely well. Obra Dinn, The Witness, The Talos Principle (1&2), Superliminal, Viewfinder, Antichamber, ...
I don't think it's a coincidence that these are all first person. Blue Prince is as well, so imo it has a decent shot at becoming a hit.
I don't think it's a coincidence that these are all first person. Blue Prince is as well, so imo it has a decent shot at becoming a hit.
April 7, 2025 at 3:10 PM
There are plenty of "pure" puzzle games that did extremely well. Obra Dinn, The Witness, The Talos Principle (1&2), Superliminal, Viewfinder, Antichamber, ...
I don't think it's a coincidence that these are all first person. Blue Prince is as well, so imo it has a decent shot at becoming a hit.
I don't think it's a coincidence that these are all first person. Blue Prince is as well, so imo it has a decent shot at becoming a hit.
Glad you enjoyed it!
December 9, 2024 at 6:21 PM
Glad you enjoyed it!
I think it's fine that "indie" has lost its original meaning. The same happened with "indie" as a music genre. That's just how language evolves. It's still valuable as a descriptor.
But I do agree that there should be a dedicated term for those games that are made completely independently.
But I do agree that there should be a dedicated term for those games that are made completely independently.
December 4, 2024 at 1:55 PM
I think it's fine that "indie" has lost its original meaning. The same happened with "indie" as a music genre. That's just how language evolves. It's still valuable as a descriptor.
But I do agree that there should be a dedicated term for those games that are made completely independently.
But I do agree that there should be a dedicated term for those games that are made completely independently.
The problem is that there are too many variables.
Was the publisher involved from the start, or was it only brought on to handle marketing and facilitate porting?
Is Hotline Miami not an indie game because it has a publisher? Is Star Citizen an indie game because it doesn't?
Was the publisher involved from the start, or was it only brought on to handle marketing and facilitate porting?
Is Hotline Miami not an indie game because it has a publisher? Is Star Citizen an indie game because it doesn't?
December 4, 2024 at 1:48 PM
The problem is that there are too many variables.
Was the publisher involved from the start, or was it only brought on to handle marketing and facilitate porting?
Is Hotline Miami not an indie game because it has a publisher? Is Star Citizen an indie game because it doesn't?
Was the publisher involved from the start, or was it only brought on to handle marketing and facilitate porting?
Is Hotline Miami not an indie game because it has a publisher? Is Star Citizen an indie game because it doesn't?
Anyway, it's something I'm trying to change with my (small) YouTube channel, so I'd be down for a chat anytime.
And please keep making PWL. In a sea of shallow, personality-based podcasts, it's refreshing to hear the insights of industry veterans.
And please keep making PWL. In a sea of shallow, personality-based podcasts, it's refreshing to hear the insights of industry veterans.
December 3, 2024 at 7:48 AM
Anyway, it's something I'm trying to change with my (small) YouTube channel, so I'd be down for a chat anytime.
And please keep making PWL. In a sea of shallow, personality-based podcasts, it's refreshing to hear the insights of industry veterans.
And please keep making PWL. In a sea of shallow, personality-based podcasts, it's refreshing to hear the insights of industry veterans.
You can't really blame the general audience for not being aware. I enjoy and value PWL for what it does, but you are very much the exception to the rule.
And like you said yourself, you can't talk about the state of the industry in public. So how are we supposed to learn?
And like you said yourself, you can't talk about the state of the industry in public. So how are we supposed to learn?
December 3, 2024 at 7:40 AM
You can't really blame the general audience for not being aware. I enjoy and value PWL for what it does, but you are very much the exception to the rule.
And like you said yourself, you can't talk about the state of the industry in public. So how are we supposed to learn?
And like you said yourself, you can't talk about the state of the industry in public. So how are we supposed to learn?
5. SOMA - 90% off
Almost 10 years later, SOMA's sci-fi horror is still unparalleled.
Its story is more relevant than ever and will remain on your mind long after the credits roll. And there's a Safe mode if you don't like horror!
Almost 10 years later, SOMA's sci-fi horror is still unparalleled.
Its story is more relevant than ever and will remain on your mind long after the credits roll. And there's a Safe mode if you don't like horror!
November 29, 2024 at 2:57 PM
5. SOMA - 90% off
Almost 10 years later, SOMA's sci-fi horror is still unparalleled.
Its story is more relevant than ever and will remain on your mind long after the credits roll. And there's a Safe mode if you don't like horror!
Almost 10 years later, SOMA's sci-fi horror is still unparalleled.
Its story is more relevant than ever and will remain on your mind long after the credits roll. And there's a Safe mode if you don't like horror!
4. Orcs Must Die 3 - 90% off
The third entry in this third-person shooter/tower defense mashup has perfected the formula.
Bigger maps, more traps and weapons, two campaigns and an innovative endless mode make this the definitive Orcs Must Die experience.
The third entry in this third-person shooter/tower defense mashup has perfected the formula.
Bigger maps, more traps and weapons, two campaigns and an innovative endless mode make this the definitive Orcs Must Die experience.
November 29, 2024 at 2:56 PM
4. Orcs Must Die 3 - 90% off
The third entry in this third-person shooter/tower defense mashup has perfected the formula.
Bigger maps, more traps and weapons, two campaigns and an innovative endless mode make this the definitive Orcs Must Die experience.
The third entry in this third-person shooter/tower defense mashup has perfected the formula.
Bigger maps, more traps and weapons, two campaigns and an innovative endless mode make this the definitive Orcs Must Die experience.
3. Northgard - 90% off
This Viking-themed RTS is easy to learn but hard to master.
Northgard has a variety of solo, coop and multiplayer modes, and is a shining example of post-launch support, receiving major updates over 6 year after release!
This Viking-themed RTS is easy to learn but hard to master.
Northgard has a variety of solo, coop and multiplayer modes, and is a shining example of post-launch support, receiving major updates over 6 year after release!
November 29, 2024 at 2:55 PM
3. Northgard - 90% off
This Viking-themed RTS is easy to learn but hard to master.
Northgard has a variety of solo, coop and multiplayer modes, and is a shining example of post-launch support, receiving major updates over 6 year after release!
This Viking-themed RTS is easy to learn but hard to master.
Northgard has a variety of solo, coop and multiplayer modes, and is a shining example of post-launch support, receiving major updates over 6 year after release!
2. Darkest Dungeon - 92% off
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
November 29, 2024 at 2:54 PM
2. Darkest Dungeon - 92% off
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
2. Darkest Dungeon - 92% off
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
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November 29, 2024 at 1:59 PM
2. Darkest Dungeon - 92% off
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.
A dark fantasy roguelike where you have to manage your crew's physical and mental health to survive.
Its dark atmosphere and punishing systems make this one hard to get into, but if you persevere, you'll be hooked.