The Indie Game Development Podcast 5 Indie Games to Inspire You
Oct 25, 2023
Join Brandon from Sasquatch B Studios as he shares his top 5 indie game picks to ignite creativity and passion in game development. Discover the innovative mechanics, captivating narratives, and artistic brilliance of these inspiring titles.
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Play Widely To Spark Creativity
- Play other games regularly to stay inspired and generate creative ideas for your own projects.
- Seek out lesser-known titles, not just obvious hits, to discover fresh design approaches.
Aap Out's Clear Chaos
- Brandon describes Aap Out as a stylized, chaotic smash-'em-up with clear visuals despite the mayhem.
- He highlights dynamic jazz music, blood-based health feedback, and rooftop/throw mechanics as standouts.
Finding Environmental Station Alpha
- Brandon shares discovering Environmental Station Alpha via a YouTube recommendation despite the game’s obscure name and pixel art.
- He praises its tight controls, fair combat, heavy exploration, and challenging bosses.