2025: A Landmark Year for Indie Video Games?
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.
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.
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
Jamiroquai returns to London's O2 Arena after six years. Get the essential door, start, and finish times for their 'Heels of Steel' tour shows on December 9 and 14.
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.
Justin Baren, founding member of Chicago pop-rock band The Redwalls, has died aged 40. The band confirmed the tragic news this week. Read the full story.
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
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.
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
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.
Fresh archaeological research reveals surprising new details about Peru's mysterious Band of Holes, challenging previous theories about this ancient enigma. Discover the latest findings.
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.
Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog serves exclusively British produce with one exception - tonic water due to quinine. Discover his strict local sourcing rules and new British ketchup.
Black Box Recorder experience massive comeback after Billie Eilish shares their 1998 track. Band announces first headline gig in 17 years at London Palladium. Discover their surprising revival story.
Celebrating the life of Ian Marchant, a writer and broadcaster whose unique work explored British counterculture, railways, and nightlife. Discover his remarkable legacy.
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.
Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.
Discover why the 2012 indie romcom Stuck in Love, starring Greg Kinnear and Jennifer Connelly, has become an unofficial Thanksgiving classic for many viewers.
Sydney hardcore band Speed has won the first-ever NSW Music Prize, an $80,000 award designed to support local artists against international streaming competition. Discover their inspiring story.
Discover how music history nearly changed forever as Morrissey almost fronted The Clash and Midge Ure was offered Queen's lead singer role. Explore these fascinating 'what if' scenarios.
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.
Gary 'Mani' Mounfield, whose revolutionary bass playing defined the Stone Roses and Primal Scream, has died at 63. Discover how his northern soul roots transformed indie music forever.