The making of Baby Steps' reluctant hero, Nate
The developers behind the comedy game Baby Steps discuss creating Nate, the whiny, unprepared protagonist, and why players grow to love him as he struggles up a mountain.
Category : Search result: indie sleaze
Sass & Bide Shuts Stores for Major Rebrand Strategy
Iconic Australian label Sass & Bide is closing all stores to relaunch, aiming to recapture its original indie sleaze magic and attract a new generation. Can it succeed?
Cassette Boy review: A clever indie mix of Zelda and Fez
Our review of Cassette Boy, a unique Japanese indie game that blends Zelda-style adventure with Fez-like perspective puzzles. Discover if this charming oddity is worth your time.
Despelote Nintendo Switch Review - A Football Memory
The acclaimed indie game Despelote arrives on Nintendo Switch. Our review explores this personal, semi-autobiographical adventure about childhood and Ecuador's 2002 World Cup run.
Rock star Jenny Lewis 'marries' dog for 50th birthday
Rilo Kiley's Jenny Lewis celebrated turning 50 by holding a symbolic wedding to her cockapoo, Bobby Rhubarb. The star-studded event featured performances from Ben Gibbard and Alex Greenwald.
Clawpunk Review: 2025's Overlooked Arcade Gem
Our review of Clawpunk, the 2025 pixel-art brawler mixing feral cyberpunk with arcade chaos. Discover why this feline-themed action game is a must-play. Read the full verdict now.
Top London Gigs January 2026: Dijon, Mariah, Soulwax
Beat the January blues with our guide to the best live music in London this month. Get tickets for Dijon, Mariah the Scientist, Soulwax and more unmissable shows.
Top 16 Indie Games to Watch in 2026
Discover the most promising independent video games launching in 2026, including successors to Shovel Knight and Little Nightmares. Get the full list and release dates here.
Getdown Services: Bristol duo tipped for huge 2026
Bristol indie duo Getdown Services are poised for a massive 2026 after a sold-out year. Discover their high-octane shows, scatological lyrics, and surprising social conscience. Read the full interview.
Indie Games Save 2025 as Major Publishers Struggle
Our 2025 gaming year review reveals how indie developers thrived while traditional publishers faced layoffs, AI issues, and corporate failures. Discover the titles that defined the year.
Prewn on DIY Scenes, Dark Truths and New Album 'System'
Chicago-born artist Prewn (Izzy Hagerup) discusses her new album 'System', the life-changing power of DIY music communities, and finding light through dark emotional honesty. Her UK/European tour starts in May.
Best Lesser-Known Films of 2025 You Missed
Discover the under-the-radar cinematic treasures of 2025, from a charming baseball comedy to a powerful prison documentary, as selected by top critics.
Top 20 Video Games of 2025 Revealed
Metro GameCentral unveils its definitive list of the best video games from 2025, where indie titles lead the charge and a French RPG takes the crown. Discover the year's must-play hits.
Indie Game Awards Strip Awards Over AI Use
The Indie Game Awards has revoked two awards from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after developers admitted to using generative AI, sparking debate on AI ethics in game development.
Séance Of Blake Manor Review: A Detective Gaming Triumph
Irish indie game The Séance Of Blake Manor earns a stellar 9/10. Our review explores this 1897-set supernatural detective mystery, one of the best games of the year. Read the full analysis.
Consume Me Review: Award-Winning Indie Game Explores Teenage Life
Consume Me, the award-winning autobiographical indie game about a student's struggles, is one of the year's most unique titles. Read our review of this PC-exclusive gem.
19,000+ Steam games in 2025, half get no players
SteamDB data reveals a record 19,468 games launched on Steam in 2025, but over half have 10 or fewer reviews. Discover the stark reality for indie developers in an overcrowded market.
Look Outside review: A bizarre EarthBound horror mash-up
GameCentral reviews 'Look Outside', the 2025 indie survival horror JRPG that blends EarthBound with Lovecraftian terror. Discover why this £8.99 PC game is one of the year's most unique and disturbing experiences.
2025: A Landmark Year for Indie Video Games?
Readers debate whether 2025 is the best year ever for independent games, while also worrying about Nintendo's future and Warner Bros. developer layoffs. Join the discussion.
Horses horror game banned from Steam and Epic Games Store
Indie horror game Horses, from acclaimed developer Santa Ragione, has been removed from major storefronts. We explore the controversy and whether the ban is justified.
DJ Moopie's A Colourful Storm: New Twee-Pop Compilation
Explore Melbourne DJ Moopie's indie label A Colourful Storm and its charming new compilation 'Going Back to Sleep', featuring Daily Toll and Who Cares?. Plus, the week's best new music from Flea to Jana Horn.
Dove Ellis's Debut 'Blizzard' Justifies the Hype
Mysterious Irish indie artist Dove Ellis releases his stunning debut album 'Blizzard'. Discover the Galway-born singer's Jeff Buckley-esque sound and why his London show sold out in an hour.
Dunedin sound documentary explores Shayne Carter's legacy
A new film, Life in One Chord, chronicles the Dunedin indie scene through the memoir of Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter. Explore the triumphs and tragedies of a seminal music movement.
NZ indie games thrive with unique government support
New Zealand's indie game developers are achieving remarkable success through innovative government programmes like Code, showcasing standout titles at Pax Australia and generating millions in revenue.
Wolf Alice's Glam-Rock Reinvention in Manchester
Wolf Alice deliver a stunning 70s-inspired performance at Manchester Arena, showcasing their most complete and fun reinvention yet. Read our full review of the indie chameleons' triumphant show.
Radiohead Break O2 Attendance Record
British indie band Radiohead set new attendance record at The O2 with 22,355 fans, surpassing Metallica's 2017 milestone during their four-night London residency.
Neon Inferno Review: Beautiful but Flawed Shooter
Neon Inferno boasts some of 2025's best 2D artwork but is let down by awkward controls and punishing difficulty. Read our full review of this cyberpunk shooter.
Matt Maltese: The secret songwriter for pop's elite
South London's Matt Maltese reveals how being dropped by a major label led to writing for Rosalía, Shakespeare and chart success. Discover his remarkable journey from obscurity to influence.
Stuck in Love: The Indie Thanksgiving Classic
Discover why the 2012 indie romcom Stuck in Love, starring Greg Kinnear and Jennifer Connelly, has become an unofficial Thanksgiving classic for many viewers.
Big Publishers Ignoring Single-Player Game Demand
A frustrated gamer argues major publishers are ignoring demand for single-player games in favour of lucrative live service models, while indie developers thrive by creating passionate projects.
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