Curator Archive.

what we used to do.

Monthly Showcase and Indievelopment curation from when Indieformer was a curator. We're a publisher now — these are kept for posterity.

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Indievelopment — May 2026

Whether you are syncing your strikes to a multi-genre soundtrack or managing elemental synergies to break ancient curses, the focus is firmly on rewarding skill within beautifully realized,…

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Showcase — April 2026

A month of identity and artifice, where you’ll navigate a decaying 1980s as an AI trapped in stolen flesh or pilot an ancient spirit-mech to dismantle a corporate fast-food empire.

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Indievelopment — April 2026

Survive brutal border crossings and gothic plague-ridden villages in this week’s lineup of immersive sims and tactical builders. From engineering Roman aqueducts to performing VR bike flips, explore…

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Showcase: Mar 26

Negotiate with drunken sphinxes and sentient AIs in a week defined by deep narrative consequences and lethal tactical puzzles. From "lumberpunk" beaver colonies to finger-traced wizard escapes,…

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Indievelopment: Mar 26

Master the rhythms of high-stakes strategy and surreal exploration, from the deep-earth mines of a dwarven fortress to the neon-soaked streets of a cyberpunk detective noir. This issue features 12…

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Showcase: Feb 26

Prepare to channel unpredictable magic through your keyboard in a strategic word roguelike, purge electronic narcotics from broken androids, and stitch together a false narrative to satisfy a…

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Indievelopment: Feb 26

From forging blades for a revolution to rolling goblin sushi under the gun, this past month was about mastering the job at hand. Balance industrial survival against alien flora or brew the perfect…

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Showcase: Jan 26

Whether you are enforcing quarantines in a collapsing city or battling corporate fairytales, this month is about finding order in the chaos. We’ve curated a mix of punishing physics climbers, precise…

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Indievelopment: Jan 26

Survive the freezing dark of a permadeath mechanic sim or drift through the colorful memories of a youth left behind. This month's collection spans the gap between brutal technical challenges and…

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2026's Upcoming Indie Games

We’ve cracked open the "To Watch" stack to bring you a massive preview of the year ahead. Whether you're into high-stakes stealth, chaotic physics brawlers, or deep strategy sims, these are the…

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2025's Best Indie Games

A curated sweep of 2025’s releases, pulled from across the year and gathered in one place for anyone still looking for something worth playing.

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2025's Hidden Gems

A curated sweep of 2025’s lesser-talked-about releases, pulled from across the year and gathered in one place for anyone still looking for something worth playing.

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Showcase: Dec 25

From kickflipping through the underworld to managing a maple syrup racing empire, this collection thrives on distinct, high-concept hooks. Whether you are defibrillating hearts to a complex beat or…

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Indievelopment: Dec 25

We’ve rounded up a mix of titles where you can serve as a battle-worn turtle, a dungeon merchant, or a squad leader. Explore a variety of hand-drawn wilds and shattered realms in this month's best…

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Showcase: Nov 25

It was a tighter field than usual, tucked between haunted homes, retro collectathons, pixel-dust mining, tactical grid chaos, and rhythm-driven mayhem — but the games that made the cut show why…

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Indievelopment: Nov 25

A colourful clash of worlds: roll the dice, sculpt continents, rebuild kingdoms, raid derelict ships, and stitch together whatever limbs get you through the run.

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Showcase: Oct 25

Games about cycles, chances, and what happens when you hit replay. From coded loops to spinning reels, these worlds twist the rules until luck, logic, and timing collide.

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Indievelopment

Fresh early access indies that twist the familiar — horror with humor, roguelikes with heart, and stories stitched from madness.

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Showcase: Sept 25

It’s been a stacked month: strange curiosities alongside heavy-hitters, games that wobble, drill, or gamble their way into your memory.

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Indievelopment

Roguelikes, co-op chaos, oddball worlds, and bold experiments—September’s highlights show just how wide indie creativity can stretch.

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Monthly Showcase

From wordless journeys and rhythm-fuelled roguelikes to cult classics and cozy sims, these are August’s standout indies—each one brimming with craft, heart, and a reason to hit ‘play.

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Indievelopment

From bullet-hell magic duels and surreal open-world oddities to papercraft critter quests, memory-bending puzzles, and chaotic hoop-slam showdowns — this line-up delivers weird, wonderful worlds…

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Monthly Showcase

Jam-packed and bursting at the seams—roaming city-builders, rhythm shootouts, beat-blasted gunfights, and snow-sniffing pups. Clear some hard-drive space; this lineup doesn’t travel light.

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Indievelopment

This one’s unhinged (in the best way). Fungi, fame, feudalism, and full-body VR. These games are not playing it safe.

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Monthly Showcase

A backpack battler, a dream god, a mountaintop rescue, and a priest in hell—June’s games are strange, stylish, and impossible to pin down.

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Indievelopment

Deckbuilders, doodlers, designers, and goblins—this month’s batch covers every corner of the indie map.

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Monthly Showcase

From handheld monsters to underwater myths and vertical biomes—this month’s picks go places.

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Indievelopment

Venture into worlds unknown. From post-apocalyptic oases and eldritch horrors to towering fortresses and literary realms—discover the stories that demand to be told.

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Monthly Showcase

Adventures built on wild shots, broken timelines, crumbling worlds, and second chances — which one will you dive into?

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Indievelopment

From cozy monster towns to medieval warzones and animated stick brawls—this month’s picks are packed with nostalgia, rebellion, and wildly creative worlds.

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Monthly Showcase

From Western treasure hunts to dystopian rebellions, eerie apartments to empty ponds — this month’s games dive deep into stories of survival, resilience, and reluctant beginnings.

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Indievelopment

A journey through mystical realms, forgotten towns, and untamed frontiers—where dice decide fates, patience is a virtue, and chaos reigns supreme.

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Monthly Showcase

From medieval battles to rhythm-fueled chaos, this lineup brings intense action, deep strategy, and creative twists on classic genres.

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Indievelopment

Legends reborn, minds unraveled, and battles fought across time and space—this lineup brings fast-paced action, rich storytelling, and deep strategy to the forefront.

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Monthly Showcase

Magical duels to gravity-defying combat and time-warping puzzles, this month’s lineup is all about power, precision, and unforgettable adventures.

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Indievelopment

This issue dives into inventive roguelikes, cozy creations, and action-packed co-op adventures. Whether you’re defending wagons, swapping bodies, or running a Japanese shop, there’s a game to capture…

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Monthly Showcase

From surreal symphonies to chaotic snowboarding and psychological horror, this month’s lineup is packed with epic battles, serene journeys, and endless creativity.

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Indievelopment

This issue dives into inventive roguelikes, cozy creations, and action-packed co-op adventures. Whether you’re defending wagons, swapping bodies, or running a Japanese shop, there’s a game to capture…

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Monthly Showcase

From epic space battles and tactical puzzlers to wholesome quests and cosmic adventures, this month’s indie games offer thrilling action, charming challenges, and unique stories to explore.

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Indievelopment

Dive into unforgettable worlds—from jungle chaos and haunted hotels to cosmic cults and vampire clans.

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Monthly Showcase

This month’s lineup takes you from eerie gardens to cyber dystopias, with fast-paced roguelikes, tactical deck-builders, and more.

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Indievelopment

Unleash magic, hunt witches, and survive a tower of trials—this issue’s must-play indies are packed with chaos, deception, and dungeon-crawling adventure!

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Monthly Showcase

Tactical shootouts, deck-building roguelikes, and puzzle-platformers await. Explore unique mechanics, butter-up your platforming, and conveyer your way through September’s top indie picks!

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Indievelopment

Culinary quests to roguelike adventures, this issue delivers endless worlds of discovery, strategy, and creative freedom.

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Monthly Showcase

From ricochet shots in tactical battles to uncovering ancient secrets in evolving worlds—explore games where you tame creatures, battle Titans, and craft your own adventure.

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Indievelopment

Discover magic, rebuild worlds, and race to victory—get the latest on must-play indie games that blend nostalgia with fresh twists.

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Monthly Showcase: July's Gems

Epic Quests, Puzzle-Solving, and Retro-Inspired Adventures: July is Packed with Indie Gaming Delights!

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Indievelopment: July's Games-in-Creation

There's a bit of Studio Ghibli, gardening, and a Raccoon coming soon from devs around the world.

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Monthly Showcase: June’s Indie Gems

Handpicked indie masterpieces you can't miss!

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Indievelopment: June’s Early Access

Discover tomorrow's indie hits, today.