Introduction
Welcome to our latest roundup of exciting happenings in the indie game world! This week has been packed with fresh releases, intriguing reveals, and fascinating insights from developers. Whether you’re into superhero workplace comedies, relaxing powerwashing, or quirky adventures, there’s something here for every gamer. Let’s dive in!
New Indie Game Releases
Dispatch: A Superhero Workplace Comedy
Dispatch from AdHoc Studio, which includes former Telltale Games developers, offers a narrative-rich, dialogue-driven experience reminiscent of Telltale’s classics. Your choices shape the story, and the game features a stellar cast including Aaron Paul, Laura Bailey, and Jeffrey Wright. The first two episodes are out now on PS5 and Steam, with new episodes releasing weekly. Early reviews have been positive, and the demo is definitely worth checking out.
PowerWash Simulator 2
The beloved PowerWash Simulator returns with a sequel that promises “more of the same, but better.” Developed by FuturLab, PowerWash Simulator 2 is available on Xbox Series X/S, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. It’s perfect for those who enjoy immersive game audio and want to relax while blasting away virtual grime. Plus, it’s now part of Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Pacific Drive Arrives on Xbox Game Pass
Surprisingly, Pacific Drive launched on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and PC tiers without prior announcement. This horror survival game set in the Pacific Northwest has players scavenging for parts to upgrade their station wagon and survive the wilderness. The game and its expansion, Whispers in the Woods, are also available on PS5 and Steam.
Bounty Star: Mech Action Meets Farming Sim
Bounty Star by DinoGod and Annapurna Interactive blends mech combat, farming, and base building in a “post-post-apocalyptic” American Southwest. Play as war veteran Clem, balancing homestead management with bounty hunting in customizable mechs. Available now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and included in Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass.
Ila: A Frosty Glide
Ila: A Frosty Glide is a charming 3D platform adventure where you play Ila, a young witch-in-training searching for her missing cat on a snowy island. Notably, Ila uses a unique “skatebroom”—a combination of a skateboard and flying broomstick! Developed by Magic Rain Studios and published by First Break Labs, it’s out now on Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and Nintendo Switch.
The Bench: A Retired Secret Agent’s Last Mission
The Bench from Voxel Studios and Noovola Publishing offers a quirky adventure as a retired secret agent uncovering a pigeon conspiracy while escaping a retirement home. Along the way, you’ll solve puzzles, play games like chess and bowls, doodle, prank, and fish. Available now on Steam, it’s a delightful mix of humor and mystery.
Upcoming Indie Games
No More Robots Goes In-House with Cruise Control
Publisher No More Robots is now developing games internally, unveiling Cruise Control, a cruise liner management sim where you cater to guests’ needs. The game features charming visuals and quirky elements like an oversized bingo cage. Playtests are expected later this year, with an early 2026 release planned.
Thank You For Your Application
Also from No More Robots is Thank You For Your Application by IceLemonTea Studio. This game puts you in charge of reviewing job candidates’ resumes and managing your own life, echoing vibes from Papers, Please and Not Tonight. A demo is available on Steam, with a full release slated for 2026.
Mouseward: A Soulslike Collectathon
Finite Reflection Studios, known for Void Sols, is working on Mouseward, a Soulslike inspired by ’90s collectathon platformers like Banjo-Kazooie. Play as a reincarnated Royal Mouse Guard on a quest to save the kingdom. An early build is playable on Itch, with a Steam release date to be announced.
Windswept: A Precision Platformer
Windswept from WeatherFell and Top Hat Studios launches on November 11 across multiple platforms, including Steam, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Guide animal friends Marbles the duck and Checkers the turtle through over 40 stages filled with collectibles and secrets, evoking the spirit of Donkey Kong Country 2.
Terrifier: The ARTcade Game
Fans of the splatterfest movie series can look forward to Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, releasing on November 21 for Steam, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. Play as Art the Clown in this brutal beat-’em-up with local co-op for up to four players and plenty of bloody carnage using chainsaws and cleavers.
Summary
This week’s indie game scene offers a fantastic mix of genres and styles—from the witty superhero workplace comedy of Dispatch to the relaxing satisfaction of PowerWash Simulator 2, and from quirky adventures like The Bench to upcoming management sims and platformers. Whether you’re looking to dive into a story-rich narrative, enjoy chill gameplay, or prepare for thrilling horror action, these indie titles have you covered. Happy gaming!