Show Notes
In this week's episode of The Game Informer Show, the crew highlights the best indie games of 2026 so far. No, this isn't an exhaustive list, but after listening, you'll likely have several new video game recommendations to play. Highlights include The Mermaid Mask, Into The Grid, Super Battle Golf, and Helix: Descent N Ascent. Are there a couple of games that are technically not indie on this list? Yes, but they embody the spirit of small games made by smaller teams.
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Follow our hosts online: Alex Van Aken (@itsVanAken) Marcus Stewart (@MarcusStewart7) Wesley LeBlanc (@WesleyLeBlanc) Jump ahead using these timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 03:15 – Best Indie Games of 2026 54:35 – Small Teams, Big Potential (Upcoming Indie Games) 58:18 - Ad Break 58:19 - Scarlet Deer Inn (Adventure Game Made of Embroidery) 01:06:00 - Helix: Descent N Ascent (Monochrome 2D Puzzler) 01:11:00 - Listener Questions
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