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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover the London filming locations for Netflix's new romantic comedy Jingle Bell Heist, starring Connor Swindells and Olivia Holt. Explore the capital's hidden gems transformed for this festive heist adventure.
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.
Discover why the 2012 indie romcom Stuck in Love, starring Greg Kinnear and Jennifer Connelly, has become an unofficial Thanksgiving classic for many viewers.
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.
Sektori delivers a stunning twin-stick shooter experience from ex-Housemarque developers. Read our in-depth review of this indie gem releasing November 2025.
Our review of the new British Christmas film 3 Wishes for Christmas finds it lacking in originality and charm, despite a credible lead performance. In UK cinemas from 21 November.
Benedict Cumberbatch stars in a raw bereavement horror, 'The Thing with Feathers'. This bold UK indie film explores grief with a giant, menacing crow. In cinemas Nov 21.
Our review of The Secret Santa Project finds this Love Actually-inspired festive film struggles to deliver genuine Christmas charm. Discover if this London-set romcom is worth your time.
The mastermind behind the viral horror hit Lethal Company has released a spine-chilling new game called The Traveler, available now at no cost. Discover what makes this atmospheric horror experience a must-play for fright fans.
The indie gaming phenomenon Vampire Survivors breaks new ground with an officially licensed Warhammer 40,000 spin-off, bringing galactic warfare to the bullet heaven genre.
The gaming world holds its breath as two indie darlings, Team Cherry's Hollow Knight: Silk song and Supergiant's Hades II, lead the nominations for the prestigious Golden Joystick Awards Game of the Year.
Discover 'Super Odd,' the utterly bizarre dinosaur game demo that's taking Steam by storm with its surreal gameplay and unexpected twists.
A razor-sharp indie film skewers Hollywood's toxic culture in this unsettling comedy-horror that finds genuine terror behind the studio gates.
Isle of Wight indie sensations Wet Leg are set to conquer London's iconic Alexandra Palace in 2025. Discover everything you need to know about tickets, dates, and their meteoric rise.
Australian indie-punk sensation Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers reveal why friendship and fun matter more than world domination in exclusive interview about their raw, authentic sound.
The iconic indie rock duo reveal their personal split while confirming Arcade Fire will continue making music together, stunning fans worldwide.