12 Must-Play PC Indie Games Pushing Creative Boundaries This Year
12. Brotato (Blobfish, January 2024)
Meet Brotato: a potato with guns, endless attitude, and a seriously wild arsenal. Created by Blobfish, this top-down “bullet-heaven” roguelite is perfect for quick gaming sessions or losing hours in the blink of an eye. Build your own unstoppable potato by mixing, matching, and upgrading dozens of weapons and perks. Each frantic arena battle takes you from “just one more run” to “how did it get so late?” in record time. Brotato’s community adores its replay value and wackiness, making it a runaway Steam favorite. If you dig games like Vampire Survivors or enjoy pure arcade chaos, Brotato might just become your next unexpected obsession. Are your reflexes as strong as your starch?
If there’s one thing this year’s indie scene proves, it’s that creative risks still drive PC gaming’s most magical moments. From brain-bending puzzles and side-splitting platforming to haunting mysteries and joyful sandbox chaos, each of these twelve titles carries the indie torch high. Maybe you’ve already started building combos in Balatro or braved the storms of Pacific Drive. More likely, there’s at least one future favorite still waiting to surprise you on this list. The beauty of the indie wave is that it offers something for everyone—no matter what genre gets your gamer heart racing, you’ll find a boundary-pushing experience just a download away. We’d love to hear which titles you’re playing, loving, or adding to your wish list. Did a hidden gem sneak onto your radar? Do creative mechanics or fresh stories win your gaming time? One thing’s certain: with so much talent and passion fueling the 2024 indie lineup, adventure and innovation are only a click away. Don’t be afraid to experiment—the next PC indie you try could easily be your new obsession. Happy gaming!
