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.
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.
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.
Discover the under-the-radar cinematic treasures of 2025, from a charming baseball comedy to a powerful prison documentary, as selected by top critics.
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.
Industry veterans recall the festive gifts and gaming sessions that shaped their childhoods, from family showdowns on Guitar Hero III to the magic of discovering Zelda.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Deputy Mayor admits GLA 'never wanted' to slash developer affordability rules from 35% to 20%, citing a 'perfect storm' of economic challenges. Discover the details of the emergency deal.
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.
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.
Merton Council approves final plans for 626 homes at Mitcham Gasworks, but the 'largest development for a generation' will have no affordable units. Developers cite viability issues.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
London developers reveal plans for a new hotel at the foot of Wembley Stadium's Olympic Steps. The project promises a larger public square and construction could start in 2026.
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.
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.
Discover why the 2012 indie romcom Stuck in Love, starring Greg Kinnear and Jennifer Connelly, has become an unofficial Thanksgiving classic for many viewers.
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.
Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, the charismatic bassist for The Stone Roses and Primal Scream whose iconic basslines defined indie music, has died aged 63. Discover his legendary career.
Discover the masked artist from Darlington whose debut EP, 'The Dirt Pt 1', fuses suburban bleakness, English nationalism, and DIY production. Stream it now.
The music world mourns the loss of Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, the legendary bassist for the Stone Roses and Primal Scream. A look back at his iconic life and career.
Xbox Partner Preview delivers surprising hits including Vampire Crawlers spin-off and multiple Game Pass day-one releases. Read the full breakdown of all announcements.