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NikuNicole || FreakingIndie.com
@freakingindie.bsky.social
|| 1994 || they/any pronouns
|| Queer || Wrestling with the tism
|| Certified duck lover 🦆
|| Blog/Socials || https://linktr.ee/FreakingIndie
|| Profile pic by LittleOphis
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I just launched my non-corporate blog FreakingIndie.com - a safe place for everyone to bask in the magic of indie games and find treasures.

Best viewed on PC but works on other devices and will be improved along the way.

For now, I appreciate anyone checking it out! Thank you <3
Freaking-Indie – Just a freak (Niku) exploring the magical world of Indie Games <(^_^)>
Just a freak (Niku) exploring the magical world of Indie Games <(^_^)>
FreakingIndie.com
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A bit of a process behind the sound design! 🔊

Big thanks to @rathaelos.bsky.social for providing the sick animation! #sounddesign #gamedev
January 26, 2026 at 9:15 PM
The "fun" thing with anything electronic is, that you can change one little thing and suddendly nothing works anymore.
So yeah, my blog is down right now. I have been trying some things and ultimately had to contact the support. I know the cause, just need them to fix it. Hope it works out fast >.<
a woman is making a face and saying `` so frustrating '' with her hands .
Alt: a woman is making a face and saying `` so frustrating '' with her hands .
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January 26, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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Void Dungeon brings you a 2D Action RPG with intense hack & slash combat, deep character options, and unyielding enemies, which you can face solo or with up to 4 friends.

Wishlist here!
store.steampowered.com/app/3258590/...

#indiedev @betterpubpro.bsky.social
January 26, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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In its Early Access, Scrabdackle has already proven it's a game worth watching.
Scrabdackle Act 1 Impressions: Little Wizard, Big Game
Make sure to pack your spell and joke book.
theindieinformer.com
January 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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Escape from Terror City is 60% off this week on Steam!

Old-School 3D Run'n'Gun!

store.steampowered.com/app/1524020/...
January 26, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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It's an amazing week for indies:

Jan 26 - Wanderling (@rosday.bsky.social)
Jan 29 - I Hate This Place (@rocksquarethunder.bsky.social)
Jan 29 - Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator (@strangescaffold.bsky.social)
Jan 29 - Cairn (@thegamebakers.com)

And more: theindieinformer.com/2026/01/05/2...
January 26, 2026 at 7:27 PM
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Cassette Boy is Steam Deck Verified!
Perfect for relaxing on the sofa or playing in bed 😌
I worked pretty hard on the UI and scaling to make it feel good on Deck. #indiedev #solodev #unity #indiegame #stramdeck
January 24, 2026 at 7:34 AM
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Super Chipflake Ü is released today for Switch and PC! The debut game from Hamburg’s SalsaShark Studios lets you explore the “Schländ” as a cat-like hero on the hunt for the perfect schnitzel. Solve puzzles, meet odd characters, and uncover secrets. Congrats! store.steampowered.com/app/3064060/...
Save 10% on Super Chipflake Ü: Quest for the Uncooked Schnitzel on Steam
You're hungry. For a schnitzel. The problem is: you have to get it!
store.steampowered.com
January 19, 2026 at 9:21 AM
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#MIO: Memories in Orbit is OUT 💫

Embark on a challenging metroidvania journey, uncover hidden memories, and experience a breathtaking world full of secrets!

👉 Play now on PC, PS5, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch 1 & 2: community.focus-entmt.com/focus-entert...
January 20, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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Reality depends on your perspective, and what you can't see... doesn't exist. Rotate the map to uncover hidden paths and defeat powerful bosses in your journey to restore the missing moon!

🌕 Discover CASSETTE BOY now on #NintendoSwitch: https://ninten.do/6016QBRTj
January 21, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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TR-49: OUT NOW

Narrative deduction / audio drama

"Outstanding" - PC Gamer
"Politically fierce" - Polygon
"One of the best" - Thinky Games
"I wanted to know everything" - RPS
"Impressive - very impressive indeed" - Eurogamer

$6.99 / ~6 hours

Steam: tinyurl.com/2jvt9ewk
iOS: tinyurl.com/4ucwx4s7
TR-49 - Official Trailer
YouTube video by inkleStudios
www.youtube.com
January 21, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Rhythm games and arcade experiences dominated my week. I am talking about:

Rhythm Doctor
10S FOREVER
CorgiSpace

Quick mentions of:
MIO: Memories in Orbit
Cassette Boy
TR-49
Super Chipflake U

freakingindie.com/indie-week-04/
freakingindie.com
January 25, 2026 at 3:15 PM
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Weakless is now available DRM-free on GOG!

👉 bit.ly/4pQeJfY

It’s a beautiful puzzle adventure game with stunning organic environments, filled with curious life forms and a bioluminescent glow.

Check it out and make it yours today!
January 24, 2026 at 5:45 PM
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I gave Elfie a hat! 👒🐘

#ScreenshotSaturday #IndieDev #GameDev
January 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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New Paper Mario-like just dropped.
January 23, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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Yoo! It's #GamingNewsRecap Day!

This week the yearly Xbox Developer Direct happend, Ubisoft announced a big restructuring programm and share price dropped and Kensuke Tanabe announced his retirement.

4 Pages:
January 23, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Wishlist Journey of the Garden Rose on Steam!

Coming Soon...

store.steampowered.com/app/3692110/...
January 22, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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TR-49 does what every good puzzle game should: it makes you feel intelligent.
TR-49 Impressions: Eureka!
Time to break out your detective hats and reading glasses.
theindieinformer.com
January 21, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Funny thing - when they announced the PoP remake was dead, my first thought was 'Ah well, at least we have Motorslice soon'.

Seems the Motorslice devs had the same thought.
devastating news for Prince of Persia fans

but all is not lost
January 21, 2026 at 11:07 PM
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'Mr. Sleepy Man' launches March 10th on PC.

youtu.be/2rjH1apCjRQ?...
January 22, 2026 at 1:53 AM
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One of my favourite Earthbound-inspired indie JRPGs. Great to see it coming to consoles, and it absolutely deserves more time and attention

It's an emotional rollercoaster

I also just had it confirmed that all the new console content WILL be coming to the PC version, but it might take a few months
January 22, 2026 at 3:18 AM
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RUBATO releases March 20.

Demo available on PC & Console. Wishlist now!

#indiedev #indiegame #gamedev
January 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Perdu has a thread for you.
January 21, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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Silly Polly Beast is an otherworldly, story-driven shooter with aggressive gunfights and terrifying monsters. Explore realms, confront haunting figures from Polly's past, and master spells in a fight for freedom.

Available now
store.steampowered.com/app/1598780/...

#indiedev @anjigames.bsky.social
January 20, 2026 at 5:06 PM