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Day of the Devs Showcases 22 Must-Play Indies
11 Dec
Summary
- Day of the Devs celebrated 22 upcoming indie games.
- New titles feature diverse genres from horror to puzzle.
- Several games announced release dates for 2026.
The Day of the Devs: The Game Awards Digital Showcase recently celebrated the vibrant world of independent game development, spotlighting 22 upcoming titles. This year's event featured six world premieres and announced release dates for three highly anticipated games, offering a glimpse into the future of indie gaming. Developers shared their creative visions, promising unique experiences across various genres.
Among the showcased games are Deconstructeam's 'Virtue and a Sledgehammer,' a 3D coming-of-age story set in a ghost town, and Historia's 'UN:Me,' a psychological horror game exploring primal fears. Funktronic Labs revealed 'Scramble Knights Royale,' a battle royale with adventure elements, while Mografi presented 'Mirria,' an atmospheric puzzle game. Finji founder Adam Saltsman also debuted 'Corgispace,' a collection of 8-bit games.
The showcase also featured Panic Stations' co-op sewer adventure 'Frog Sqwad' and the revival of a lost game, 'Xcavator 2025,' in collaboration with the Video Game History Foundation. This initiative aims to preserve gaming history, with proceeds from the NES cartridge benefiting the foundation. Many of these innovative titles are scheduled for release in 2026.
