Buying the best indie PC games we’ve listed here would not only entitle you to incredible experiences but will also act as support gestures towards future games which independent developers often need finance for. We’ve gathered the finest titles for you, but there are a large number of games out there made by self-governed developers that and are just asking for your attention. Don’t worry, we’ll keep searching for them to bring you the finest.
Created on humble budgets, often by a small number of talented people, such games are proving to be quite successful lately with their short but extremely enjoyable offerings. Let’s have a look at some of the recent ones that really managed to outshine the others.
1 – Amnesia: The Dark Descent
Made by Frictional Games, Amnesia: The Dark Descent is undoubtedly one of the scariest games we’ve ever come across. It features first-person survival horror gameplay, and tells the story of a man named Daniel who has awakened in a haunted castle with no memory of his past.
As you’ll make your way through the game’s dark and gritty environments, you’ll come across petrifying scenarios that would leave your heartbeats racing. It can be bought now for PC, Mac and Linux.
2 – Torchlight
If you’re a fan of Diablo games then Torchlight is one title you wouldn’t want to miss. Set in the eponymous town which is home to a number of sinister monsters as well as large amounts of loot and quests, the action RPG lets you jump into the shoes of three different character classes.
Randomly generated levels also form part of this title which is set to receive a sequel later this month.
3 – Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP
The next addition to our catalog is a crazy blend of familiar elements that come together to deliver something so different that the title completely encapsulates you into it.
Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP is a point and click game with action adventure elements that are guided by superb storytelling and a progressive rock soundtrack that deserves all the credit it gets.
4 – Minecraft
Minecraft is a sandbox-building game which has sparked off a band of inspired games that have risen to fame by borrowing its elements. Not to mention, Minecraft itself is inspired from Infiniminer and Dwarf Fortress. That aside, what this game delivers is mind-blowing to say the least. With its focus on creativity and building, the title enables players to erect huge constructions out of textured cubes in its 3D sandbox world.
It contains three modes with each of them offering unique experiences. Another awesome trait about the title is that it is mod-friendly which means thousands of clever modifications are scattered around on the Internet for you to try out.
5 – Bastion
Another RPG on this list is Bastion which is the debut title of developer Supergiant Games. Amongst all the other things, its colorful hand-painted art style will be the first to grab your eyes. But there’s more to Bastion than just that.
It makes use of an isometric view, and follows the story of a boy who must collect special shards of rock in order to power a structure that will help him save his hometown from destruction. The boy is guided throughout the story by an old man named Rucks, who also acts as the title’s narrator, delivering dynamic voiceovers that have granted the game much of its charisma.
6 – Limbo
Limbo is the black and white 2D side-scroller which took the world by storm when it came out through Xbox Live Arcade in 2010. Since then, it has been ported to PC, Mac, Linux and PSN. Its puzzle platformer elements will leave you as amazed as its far-fetched visuals.
The game tells the story of boy in search of his sister, and as you progress, you approach its abrupt end that leaves you pondering about the characters. Limbo is the best bet for anyone who wishes to indulge in simple yet effectual gameplay.
7 – To The Moon
To the Moon is essentially an emotional game which often manages to move you from within, making it a worthy entry to our roster. And the credit for this goes largely to its awesome soundtrack as well as its top of the line narrative.
This point and click adventure which plays out as a role-playing game revolves around a technology which allows the construction of artificial permanent memories. It follows the exploits of Dr. Eva Rosalene and Dr. Neil Watts, who enter a dying man’s memory to fulfill his last wish of flying to the moon.
8 – Legend of Grimrock
It’s hard to believe that a game of such massive scope has been built by a team of just four developers. Legend of Grimrock is an action role-playing dungeon crawler which you’ll come to love if you’ve ever played games like Dungeon Master and Eye of the Beholder in the 90s.
You are required to control a party of 1-4 characters who are moving through a 3D rendered grid-based dungeon filled with all kinds of dangerous creatures. If not anything, you should definitely play the game for its overall atmosphere which is absolutely brilliant.
9 – Super Meat Boy
Super Meat Boy allows you to take control of a red, cube-shaped character named Meat Boy who’s out to rescue his girlfriend, Bandage Girl from the clutches of the evil Dr. Fetus.
Over three hundred excellent levels of platforming are to be jumped into, as Meat Boy makes his way through crumbling blocks, saw blades and various other fatal obstructions. And its full level editing tools are a sweet addition, letting you create your own masterpieces or play those made by others.
10 – Braid
Braid is an indie wonder which has never quite been matched by any other game in its class. Basically a puzzle platformer, it revolves around the story of Tim who’s attempting to save a princess from a monster.
Everything that the game puts forth for you resonates with superiority, be it its magical art, its enchanting music or its touching story. This title just deserves to be played by you, no matter what.
Conclusion:
That ends our compilation of the best indie PC games. Hope you get to play all of these, because each of them is a gem that’s waiting to be discovered. And once you do, you are most likely to fall in love with it. So what are you waiting for, go play them all.