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NicoPlaysIndies
@nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
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🎮Playtester & reviewer working on #indiegames & #retrogames
📺: https://www.youtube.com/@NicoPlaysIndies
📧: [email protected]

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nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Dropped a video this morning of some NEW and fun #indiegames that you might've missed so far since they just released. Give it a watch! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/JcoibD7OQpo
November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Looking for a new NES/Famicom platformer to play? Look no further! This one is currently in development by @indietaiwangame.bsky.social

📺WATCH: youtu.be/iQVy9Fi-EdE
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
The GOAT.
#AEWDynamite
October 16, 2025 at 1:03 AM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
This NEW upcoming NES homebrew features gameplay that mixes breakout and pinball, all while battling large kaiju monsters! It's a blast!

Mega Kaiju Boom Ball
By: @orebodyinc.bsky.social

Check out my preview for this unique new game! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/efhM7vpz6h8
September 27, 2025 at 4:56 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
It's a busy month with some big indies releasing on #NintendoSwitch. But how about some you might've missed? Here's a few!

📺WATCH: youtu.be/htPSM8axNXg
September 20, 2025 at 2:44 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Yesterday's #NintendoDirect was loaded with announcements. Storm Lancers caught my eye immediately and is exclusive to Switch.

If you're into action roguelites check this game out! Watch my full review 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/wGYAY2-9uwo
September 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🕹️If you enjoy #retrogaming and a challenge, here's some indies you should check out! Sorry this episode is action platformer heavy! 😆

🔁Shares appreciated! Watch here! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/mDbfw4RT1ks
September 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Released this week is The Girl From Arkanya. If you enjoy the 2D Zelda formula, oh my do you need to play this game.

Check out my full review to see why! 😆

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/h7AcNPOt_xQ
August 23, 2025 at 2:38 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Shantae Advance is ret-2-go on modern platforms!

This is a sequel 20+ years in the making and I'm glad we finally got it. Check out my full review for the details including what's new!

Developer: @wayforward.bsky.social
Publisher: @limitedrungames.com

📺WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=94Dq...
August 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
If you threw Shatterhand, Ninja Gaiden and Castlevania into a blender, you'd get Crystal Gaiden Origins!

This is a game #NES era fans simply shouldn't miss.

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/YskwoJv8ces
August 10, 2025 at 4:57 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
It took me a few extra days cause I took my time playing this one but you have to play this game if you enjoy #indie #GameBoyColor releases, it's so good!

📺REVIEW: youtu.be/DW3JZIvGiVw
August 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Nintendo : Made COM weaker in everything other than “Battle”. #MarioKartWorld #NintendoSwitch2

Me my first race back:
July 30, 2025 at 3:54 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
We're just over halfway through 2025 and for now, I've found my favorite beat 'em up of the year so far.

Don't skip Buccaneers Shipshape, full review 👇

📺WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bLB...

#indiegame #beatemup #steam
July 29, 2025 at 4:19 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🚣Some co-op games are meant to be fun bonding experiences and then others like Paddle Paddle Paddle
are meant to end those friendships. 💔

Did ours survive? Give it a watch 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/EhQ19ucHnB8
July 25, 2025 at 3:19 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🦇I enjoy Halloween themed games and while it's not October yet, it will be when Mister Scary releases on NES. 🎃
#retrogaming @dalyengames.bsky.social #nes
This is one you shouldn't skip, check out my full review to find out why! 👇

📺WATCH: youtu.be/mJdZwUkxtx0
July 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
I love retro games and beat'em ups. QUByte is bringing a collection of 7 games from the 16-bit era to modern platforms that I've never played before.

Check out my video below to see this new collection in action! 👊

📺WATCH: www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGiX...
July 16, 2025 at 5:40 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
My friend owns a bakery and wrote the best thing ever on the pie for today's #AEW #Allin watch party.
July 13, 2025 at 1:45 AM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Just dropped my review for a new #homebrew on the #GameBoyColor. It's available both digitally and physical as well.

Give it a watch and shares are appreciated! 🤜🤛

📺WATCH: youtu.be/kySmJvPOtQ0
July 11, 2025 at 5:11 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🩸Chronicles of the Wolf dropped this week and it's definitely a game retro 'vania fans are going to want to check out! 🧛‍♂️

📺WATCH: youtu.be/3dpeWCLFlHo
June 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🔴LIVE🔴

We're live with a promising looking new 'Vania style game that doesn't release for a few more days, come hang!

📺WATCH: www.youtube.com/live/WKLl7Xm...

#metroidvania #newrelease #indiegame
June 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
A question I had and I'm sure a lot of you have, is Mario Kart worth $80? While this is only my opinion, give it a watch and hopefully it'll help you decide if you should pick this up!
#nintendoswitch2 #mariokartworld

📺WATCH: youtu.be/I17--p8sGRI
June 6, 2025 at 12:42 AM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
🔴LIVE🔴

We're headed on an emotional journey this morning as we dive into Copycat! Come join me on this adventure! 🐈

📺WATCH: youtube.com/live/7igBb4N...
May 30, 2025 at 2:36 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
We've seen different types of beat'em ups based off the TMNT series over a few decades of games. But Tactical Takedown by @strangescaffold.bsky.social was refreshingly different than all of them.

🟠🔴Check out my lovingly crafted review below!🟣🔵

📺WATCH: youtu.be/dqjeFxhiuBo
May 23, 2025 at 10:44 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
A new boomer shooter from @dosmangames.bsky.social is dropping in a few days on Steam.

This invoked the same feeling as my youth and playing FPS games. If you enjoy retro FPS, give it a look!

📺WATCH: youtu.be/JQwlY3vmtEQ
May 20, 2025 at 5:06 PM
nicoplaysindies.bsky.social
Everyone likes fun games right? How about for free?

These awesome NES homebrews tick both of those boxes! Check 'em out! 🕹️

📺WATCH: youtu.be/VrLd3Fd1acw

#retrogaming #indiegames #nes
May 18, 2025 at 3:18 PM