killamch89 Posted December 27, 2024 Posted December 27, 2024 I’ve been thinking a lot about indie games lately, and I’m curious to hear your thoughts on underrated indie developers. There are so many smaller studios doing incredible work that flies under the radar. Which indie developer, in your opinion, deserves more recognition for their games, creativity, or unique approach to design?
Scorpion Posted December 27, 2024 Posted December 27, 2024 I believe Team Salvato deserves more recognition for their work on "Doki Doki Literature Club!" its creativity and storytelling is exceptional.
killamch89 Posted December 29, 2024 Author Posted December 29, 2024 I’d say Supergiant Games, though they might not be as 'underrated' anymore. Games like Hades and Transistor showcase a consistent level of creativity and polish that’s rare, even among larger studios. They’ve built a strong reputation, but I feel like they still don’t get quite enough recognition for their storytelling and art direction. A more niche pick would be Daniel Mullins Games (Pony Island, Inscryption) - they’re on another level when it comes to subverting expectations in game design.