Latest about Indie games
Xbox throws open the gates: publishing guide is now NDA-free and public
Xbox Microsoft is taking a page from Steam! the Xbox Game Publishing Guide is now public, NDA-free, and accessible to everyone. this makes planning and launching games on Xbox consoles and PC easier than ever for indie developers.
Go for a joyride with Game Pass and Pacific Drive
ID@Xbox Pacific Drive, the former PlayStation exclusive title from Ironwood Studios and Kepler Interactive, has parked itself on Xbox Game Pass with support for Xbox's Play Anywhere initiative.
Blood West blends stealth, curses, and cowboy grit in a haunting new Xbox release
ID@Xbox Step into the boots of an undead gunslinger in Blood West, a retro‑styled stealth horror FPS where every bullet and shadow counts — now available on Xbox with Play Anywhere support.
The next ID@Xbox showcase is later this month
Gaming ID@Xbox, the program that supports developers and publishers in bringing indie titles to Xbox, has a fall showcase planned for October 28.
Xbox gamers watching everyone else play the year’s biggest hit—again
News An Absolum developer has explained why the hit roguelite beat ‘em up skipped Xbox at launch, citing a small team and limited resources as the reason for prioritising other platforms.
A short, beautiful indie on Xbox Game Pass saved me from a dreadful day
Gaming I recently finished Herdling, a beautiful and relaxing indie game available through Xbox Game Pass. It's a short adventure, but one well worth taking.
All my fave 2025 Xbox games came from indies — has AAA fully lost the plot?
Xbox 2025 was another stellar year for games, but increasingly I find myself assuming games from AAA publishers aren't worth the effort. Am I just out of touch?
One of the most creative games of the year also rips straight from classic 3D platformers
Gaming I recently wrapped up Ruffy and the Riverside, one of the more modest games I've played this year that still managed to make a big impression on me.
