10 best indie games of 2022
What an amazing year 2022 was for indie games. Some of the best games to come out in years dropped this year, and it really showed the power of small companies with great ideas.
Many ignore the indie sub-genre because the games aren’t made by familiar names like Nintendo, SEGA, or Bandai Namco, but that’s a huge mistake on their part.
What makes a game an “indie game” though? Typically, they are made by independent game developers, instead of a huge, powerful studio. These indie games are occasionally published by larger publishing houses or sometimes by people all on their own. Any genre of game can appear in the indie sub-genre, and there are some real gems to come out of some small, creative teams.
However, not every indie game could make my list. I wanted to shout out one notable game that was on the list several times - Rogue Legacy 2. It spent two years in early access, and now that it’s finally out, it’s a blast to play.
But what games made the cut?
While some were on the fence about a Western studio creating Sifu, a game that features flowing, intense, close-quarter martial arts that Kung-fu movies are often known for, I loved it. The developers clearly had a love for that style of combat, and it came across as genuine and authentic, instead of a rip-off of a beloved cinematic style.
I’m also a sucker for a good roguelike, and Sifu delivered there as well. The aging system was also unique - when you die, you age. You start at age 20, and when you die for the first time, you become 21.
The next death makes you turn to age 23, and it keeps piling on. While you’ll hit harder, you’ll progressively take more damage. From visuals to combat, Sifu is a treat when it comes to this year’s indie game offerings.
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