It’s that time of year again – to reveal our top 10 indie games here at Gameforce.blog! A tribute to the Indie Dev Entrepreneurial spirit that make us smile and go wow as we play and without whom, all would be ho-hum and butterscotch rum, Argg! Have a fun look at our top 10 Indie Games of 2023 based on page views. I happily agree with with the results! So, let me stop grandstanding and get right to it. Drum roll please…
Roguecraft a Cool Indie Amiga Game by Badgerpunch Games
Roguecraft is an enhanced version of Rogue64, the popular roguelike game for Commodore 64 machines. Roguecraft is a work-in-progress (WIP) submission entry into AmiGameJam 2022 and is developed in the classic style when retro 2D platform dungeon crawlers were advancing into the realm of isometric 3D tiled graphics. In fact, the cool graphics design in this game is what caught my eye. It makes you want to play! – Donnie, Editor, GFB Update: this cool game is scheduled for release early in 2024!
See our full page spread on Roguecraft!
Pelusa Saga – Kaji’s Trials, a Cool Indie Game by JonnyManjiro
NES retro games are all the rage now for both collectors and players. But did you know that there are indie game developers releasing new game titles for the NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) and or the PC? That perked my interest when I saw this game. So unpack that NES system you’ve been hanging on to and relive that retro game fun and with a new game to boot! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Pelusa Saga – Kaji’s Trials!
Micro Mages, a Cool Indie Game by Morphcat Games
Micro Mages is a cool retro platformer developed for the original 8-bit NES (Nintendo Entertainment System) console! I like that up to 4 players can join in the fun. Plus, if you die with at least one player remaining, you can continue playing as a ghost until you find a fairy or a feather to restore you. This game is smooth as silk with original NES controllers, PC keyboard or controller. Give it a try! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Micro Mages!
Life On Earth Reimagined, a Cool Retro Indie Game by Kai Magazine Software
Life On Earth Reimagined is a cool enhanced retro arcade platformer for the Sega Genesis/Megadrive. The 2D pixel graphics are exceptional for the era coupled with an awesome soundtrack. This is just a fun game to pass the time with. I like it! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Life On Earth Reimagined!
Black Jewel Reborn is a Cool Retro Indie Game for the SEGA Mega Drive by PSCDGames
I really enjoy seeing the progression of video game graphics from 8-bit to 16-bit, etc. The graphics quality in this game is truly worthy of the SEGA Genesis Mega Drive era! Let us all pitch in to help support the completion of this very cool retro game! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Black Jewel Reborn!
LUNARK a Cool Indie Game by WayForward and Canari Games
LUNARK is a new take on the 2D platform genre of the ’90s. The Rotoscoping & Game Design really transforms you off the 2D platform and into a full-fledged cinematic epic sci-fi adventure! This game really got my attention and I think you will love it! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on LUNARK!
The Fallen Crown, a Cool Retro Indie Game by AtavistGames & Broke Studio
The Fallen Crown is a cool retro inspired game that clearly demonstrates both the resolution and color enhancements of the original GameBoy Color handheld console. We have updated our video and I can’t wait to see the final game cartridge. Let’s all support this indie game developer and publisher and give it a try! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on The Fallen Crown!
Dark Light a Cool Indie Game by Mirari&Co and Maple Whispering Limited
Of the literally thousands of games to choose from, I was drawn to Dark Light’s beautiful graphics melded into a Metroidvania, Souls-like Platform Runner. Then reading the story-line, maps, characters, gear, and price, backed up my first impressions! I would highly recommend this game. – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Dark Light!
Below the Stone is a New and Cool Dungeon Crawler by Strollart Studios and Apogee Entertainment
Below the Stone by Strollart Studios and Apogee Entertainment is a miner’s delight and graphically sweet dungeon crawler that will keep you absorbed for hours! It’s not easy, but nothing rewarding ever is! I’m glad I added this game to my pick list. Now where did put my pick axe! – Donnie, Editor, GFB.
See our full game page on Below the Stone!
Exolon: REDUX a Very Cool Game Courtesy of Indie Game Dev Ben James
A wonderful throwback to the Commodore 64 era! Exolon: REDUX is beautifully designed, nicely colorful and the soundtrack is vintage! In the words of one reviewer: “A fantastic job! It’s so wonderful to see what was one of my favorite games of all time remade perfectly.” I totally agree! – Donnie, Editor, GFB
See our full game page on Exolon: REDUX!
