I finally finished GRIS, and it was incredible!
I bought this back in December. It took me a couple months because the curse of owning so many games as that I want to play all of them, so I rarely finish any of them. But this year, I've resolved to finally beat more games.
And Gris was quite an experience! It's a 2D metroidvania with puzzle platforming elements. But I also feel that's selling it short.
I felt like I was inhabiting a hand-drawn animated film. This was cinematic in the best way possible. This was a tour-de-force in terms of visuals and sound. It's certainly not anything that will break your GPU, but in terms of pure art, this was breath-taking.
And it was an emotional journey too. At its core, this is game is about grief and loss. This one is a tearjerker.
I think what makes this game exceptional is how you interact with colour. As the game starts, everything is stark and minimalistic. But as things go on, the palette opens up and the world comes alive.
This isn't a long game. I completed it in a little over four hours. But it makes such an impact over those four hours.
Definitely, I recommend this. I played this on my Steam Deck, and it made for an excellent experience as I played this in several environments on the go. Phenomenal. One of the best games ever made.
This one has a 98% positive rating based on 125 reviews, so I have high hopes! Desecrators is a 6DOF FPS, similar to Descent. And I'm buzzing about that because not many games of that genre are made nowadays.
Full gamepad support online co-op. Current introductory price of C$16.56.
I really hope this is as good as everyone says.
NEW RELEASE - Desecrators
Desecrators is a retro FPS inspired by '90s six-degrees-of-freedom shooters. Plunder your way through the galaxy to destructive weapons and technology powerful enough to take on the ultimate heist: The legendary vaults of the Galactic Treasury.

Only two reviews for this one but both are positive.
Looks like a fun action RPG with low poly visuals. Full gamepad support. Current introductory price is C$9.44.
This one slightly reminds me of Breath of the Wild.
NEW RELEASE - Tale of Dark Lands
Tale of Dark Lands is a fantasy action RPG in a charming low-poly style with the spirit of an old fairy tale. A brave mercenary gets drawn into an ancient dark story that threatens the entire land. Develop your hero and fight dangerous enemies! Become a legend and stop the approaching darkness!

I typically don't like visual novels but this one has a unique premise and art style. It only has one review, which is positive. And it's inexpensive, with an introductory price of C$2.25.
NEW RELEASE - Mirrorandum
Mirrorandum is not just a visual novel...it's a journey through a world of mirrors, where every reflection challenges your perception and every choice reveals the depths of your true self.

This is a souls-like FPS with 90s low-poly visuals. It has gamepad support. Currently, there are few reviews but they are all positive. With an introductory price of C$6.23, this is quite inexpensive.
NEW RELEASE - Catalyst: From The Stars
Catalyst: From the stars, a Boss-Rush First person shooter. As a lone mercenary sent into a ruined military base hired to steal a power source, you must fight for your life through dark halls and thrilling boss arenas to complete your mission! Do you have what it takes to face the Catalyst?

Catalyst: From the stars, a Boss-Rush First person shooter. As a lone mercenary sent into a ruined military base hired to steal a power source, you must fight for your life through dark halls and thrilling boss arenas to complete your mission! Do you have what it takes to face the Catalyst?
Another free game. No in-app purchases, DLC, or seasons. It has a nice isometric aesthetic. Full gamepad support with box Xbox and DualShock. Oh, and there's Mac compatibility.
NEW RELEASE - Little Luna
Little Luna is an engaging puzzle-platformer where every step is a race against time! Help little moth to escape the dark and dangerous cave!

Little Luna is an engaging puzzle-platformer where every step is a race against time! Help little moth to escape the dark and dangerous cave!
This is a free game made by students. Even if it's a little rough around this edges, it's worth exploring. Plus, I like the aesthetic -- it reminds me of an old Mac game named Bugdom. There's gamepad support. Not much in the way of features, but again, this is free.
NEW RELEASE - All Abug!
Faced with the threat of a wave of toxic fumes, embark on an expedition to save yourself from certain death. Gobble up obstacles on your path to allow your caterpillar to move along and board survivors who also seek asylum!

This is a re-release of Shounen Ninja Sasuke, a SNES game that was developed by Sunsoft. I realize that this is the first official Western release, but they really should have kept to the original name so that fans of the original could find this game more easily.
This has full gamepad support with Xbox and DualShock controllers. Couch co-op is also available.
I kind of wish CRT filters were available, but at least the 4:3 aspect ratio is preserved.
Also, this has an introductory price of C$6.23, so at least it's cheap.
NEW RELEASE - Justice Ninja Casey
The 16-bit classic comes to the West for the very first time! A princess in a castle has been kidnapped by a group of mysterious ninjas. Luckily for her, a young ninja named Casey is aware of the situation, and embarks on a mission to save her because... He is the Ninja of Justice!

A free game made by a solo indie developer. This is basically a Sokoban-style puzzler. Its aesthetic is minimal yet attractive. Also compatible with Mac.
NEW RELEASE - Shifter
Shifter is a minimalist and atmospheric puzzle game where you must navigate a shifting square through intricate puzzle-box levels to find the exit. With 60 handcrafted challenges spread across six unique zones, each with a unique twist. Can you master the shifting mechanics and escape every room?

Shifter is a minimalist and atmospheric puzzle game where you must navigate a shifting square through intricate puzzle-box levels to find the exit. With 60 handcrafted challenges spread across six unique zones, each with a unique twist. Can you master the shifting mechanics and escape every room?
This is a free PvP. No in-app purchases, no DLC, no "seasons".
And on top of that, it's got a charming anime style.
In terms of features, this is rather sparse. But again, it's free and also fun.
NEW RELEASE - Shojo Warriors
Shojo Warriors is a fast-paced multiplayer brawl game set in a vibrant, anime-inspired fantasy world, made with『CliCli』. In this game, you'll purchase and combine equipment during battles to help the girls achieve victory through growth and strategic gameplay.

What makes them not random is that I find them interesting. That is, I think they're worth talking about.
Some of them I have played personally, even if just for a few seconds. Others, I played the demo. And yet others, I have wishlisted and may buy later.
I currently have 6,881 games in my Steam account, so believe me, I play a lot of games.
If your "point" is that we should not give space to indie games because there's lots of them, you're mistaken. And if you don't like indie games, even though PC gaming is mostly about indie gaming, block me and move on. I don't give a damn about your "feed".
Thanks for the correction. Sometimes it's hard to tell these companies apart, their products are so similar.
Nope, not a bot. You've spoken to me a few times.
These are not "random" but games I think deserve attention.
Do you realize 20K games were released on Steam last year but few of them were ever noticed?
2K's latest AAA title. Both online and couch PvP. And there's online co-op too. This also has full gamepad support with Xbox and Dual Shock controllers.
At C$89.99, this is super expensive -- so the in-app purchases are beyond ridiculous. And I can't believe all the DLC is C$107.46. But at least there's a demo available.
NEW RELEASE - PGA TOUR 2K25
Take your best shot at glory in PGA TOUR 2K25! In a 2K-first, compete in three prestigious major tournaments. Personalize your game with expanded MyCAREER, MyPLAYER and Course Designer options. Challenge friends across ranked, casual, and cross-platform multiplayer.

Take your best shot at glory in PGA TOUR 2K25! In a 2K-first, compete in three prestigious major tournaments. Personalize your game with expanded MyCAREER, MyPLAYER and Course Designer options. Challenge friends across ranked, casual, and cross-platform multiplayer.
Looks like a fun puzzle game with a unique premise and aesthetic. It also has full gamepad support. Only one review right now, but a demo is available. Currently priced at C$12.99.
NEW RELEASE - Mycelium Heaven
It's a cozy yet challenging puzzle game about a mushroom that devours zombies. You'll expand, grow and consume your way through the forest using your wit and reason.

New low poly visuals. The music also seems quite nice. This whole game was made by one solo indie developer. No reviews yet, but a demo is available to play. With an introductory price of C$16.19, this is slightly expensive for what it is. However, if you like the demo, it's worth checking out.
NEW RELEASE - ViCrew
ViCrew is an RPG with turn based combat in which you build a crew of Vikings to go on glorious raids. Explore random generated maps and plunder as much as you can. Level your characters and get strong enough to beat the toughest enemies.

A beat-'em-up starring stick figures. No features, and no reviews yet. There is a demo available, though.
NEW RELEASE - Corporate Beatdown
Weaponize everyday office items to destroy your coworkers. Exploit a violent work culture and rise the corporate ladder with your fists. Fully destructible office. Questionable promotions. Buckets of blood.

A 2D game with pixel art graphics reminiscent of 8-bit computer games. Gamepad is required -- can't play this with a keyboard. There's a couch co-op mode. Not many reviews on this but there's a demo available, and the dev currently has a live broadcast going on. With an introductory price of C$5.19, it's quite inexpensive.
NEW RELEASE - Darkest Mine
Darkest Mine is a roguelite action-plateformer with built-in co-op. Fight your way through monster-filled shadowy caves, take your pick from a large panel of abilities and weapons, adapt your choices, and create unique expeditions!

A psychological horror game. Not much in the way of features, but it has mostly good reviews and it's inexpensive.
NEW RELEASE - [REC] Desolation
[REC] Desolation takes you to an abandoned manor as journalist Ethan Carter. Your goal is to investigate its dark past and uncover the truth. But some secrets should remain hidden…
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[REC] Desolation takes you to an abandoned manor as journalist Ethan Carter. Your goal is to investigate its dark past and uncover the truth. But some secrets should remain hidden…
This is a VR-only FPS, but it also has tracked controller support. Mostly positive reviews and it's somewhat affordable.
NEW RELEASE - Death Horizon: Cyberfusion
Cyberfusion is a VR roguelike, physics-based, full-body FPS that immerses you in a futuristic battlefield. Featuring cybernetic implants and procedurally generated levels, this game challenges you to adapt and survive in a world where your body is your ultimate weapon.

NEW RELEASE - Shift'n Slay
Shift’n Slay is an amped-up turn-based tactical roguelike, where you fight your way through a cyberpunk hell step by step, trying to break a time loop engineered by corporate bastards.

NEW RELEASE - Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION
Yu-Gi-Oh! EARLY DAYS COLLECTION is packed with classic Yu-Gi-Oh! games from the very early days of Dueling — bursting with retro RPGs and strategic card games with beloved anime characters!

NEW RELEASE - Tennis Fighters
Tennis Fighters is a groundbreaking tennis game featuring innovative additions never seen before like health bar, power bar, special shots, etc…) The mechanics are simple, more points you do, more damage you make to your opponent.
