Discover the Magic of Indie Games: PlayStation’s Hidden Gems

Indie games may lack the budget of blockbuster hits like God of War or Spider-Man: Miles Morales, but they more than make up for it with creativity, heart, and just the right amount of chaos. Fortunately PlayStation has been doing its bit to fund indie developers and help get those gems out into the wider world. Whether you’re still rocking a PlayStation 4, or have jumped to its successor PlayStation 5, there’s a bounty of indie goodwill ready to go.

PlayStation and Indie Devs: A Match Made in Gaming Heaven

Over the past few years, Sony has been committed to supporting indie developers. Things like dedicated sections in the PlayStation Store, regular shoutouts in PlayStation announcements, spots in major PlayStation events, and more, are all ways they’re putting smaller studios in the spotlight.

PlayStation Plus news also regularly includes news of indies in the offering too – a great way for anyone to have a crack at a game without.html breaking the bank. And we have to admit, free games are the best thing ever.

Why Indie Games Deserve Your Attention

Indie developers are pretty much the Manson Family of video games. They’re willing to experiment, take risks or throw you into an emotional rollercoaster. These games might not have the breathtaking visuals that come with PS5 exclusive experiences, but they will make you laugh, cry, and question all of your life choices within the same sitting.

And the best part? Most of these indie games also come to PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, so you shouldn’t feel too left out if you haven’t yet scored an upgrade for a P.S. 5 game.

Top Indie Games You Should Play

If you’re ready to explore the indie game landscape, here are some of the best indie games you can play on PlayStation right now:

Hades

This rogue-like dungeon crawler has you fighting your way through the underworld as Zagreus, the son of Hades. Fast-paced combat, a killer soundtrack and dialogue sharper than your uncle’s Thanksgiving political rants — Hades is a must-play.

Hollow Knight

Venture into the haunting, gorgeous land of Hallownest in this action-packed Metroidvania. With somewhat punishing gameplay and a narrative that reads like poetry, Hollow Knight is the type of game you’ll dream about well after you put down the controller.

Celeste

Think life’s a struggle uphill? Celeste enables you to climb that metaphor literally. This platformer is difficult yet rewarding and carries a message around self-acceptance that’ll get you right in the feels.

Among Us

Yes, it’s the game that made you doubt your closest friends in a pandemic. Step into the shoes of crewmates (or an imposter) and prepare for lots of betrayals, lies and, perhaps, the most heated conversations of your gaming career.

Stray

In this award-winning title you are a cat wandering through a cyberpunk city. Need we say more? The game’s unique idea and beautiful visuals truly set it apart.

How to Support Indie Developers on PlayStation

If you’re enjoying these games and want to support indie devs, here’s how you can help:

No sales: Buy their games directly from the PlayStation store news, (if your wallet allows it).

Leave glowing reviews. PlayStation game reviews can go a long way for smaller studios.

Recommend your favorite indie to a friend or on social media. For indie devs, word of mouth is worth its weight in gold.

Why Sony’s Focus on Indies Matters

Backing indie games isn’t solely about variety in the PlayStation game sales list. It’s about keeping the industry fresh, imaginative and unpredictable. It seems like big studios are running the PlayStation 5 news, but indie developers put into action ideas that no one else would dare.

PlayStation system updates keep improving accessibility and the PlayStation network is giving these games a platform, so it’s clear Sony is here for the long haul. That’s good news for both players and developers.

What’s Next for Indies on PlayStation?

The future looks bright. With playages of future 2024 PlayStation releases and steady support from PlayStation hardware news, it’s pretty safe to say that we’ll be seeing even more fantastic indies when we turn the calendar.

So keep your eyes peeled for PlayStation news today and scroll through the indie section of the PlayStation store. Who knows? You may just discover your next favorite game.

And look, if nothing else, you’ll at least have something cool to suggest at your next gaming get-together. “Oh, you’re doing Call of Duty? Cute. “Just completed this brutally sad pixel-art game, whatever.”