The Indie Brew Show

This week on The Indie Brew Show, we’re back with a packed cup of indie goodness.SHOW NOTES INCLUDING LINKS HERE: https://theindiebrew.com.au/we-need-to-talk-about-farming-sims-indie-brew-show-ep-9/In this episode:- We kick things off with the latest indie game news, including an update on the Stop Killing Games movement and what’s going on with the Subnautica 2 backlash - it's getting messy.- We shine the spotlight on two incredible upcoming indies dripping with 90s and early 2000s nostalgia.- We brew up a conversation about farming sims. Why are they so popular? Do we love them or hate them?SEGMENT TIMES:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:11 - Freshly Brewed - including Stop Killing Games update & Subnautica 200:20:09 - The Menu00:22:13 - Bargain Brews00:23:43 - Spill the Tea - What's the deal with Farming Sims00:39:30 - The Backlog00:42:36 - One to Watch00:48:42 - Taste Test00:55:10 - Challenge01:01:07 - OutroVisit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected]#stopkillinggames #indiegames #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on The Indie Brew Show, we’re back with a packed cup of indie goodness.SHOW NOTES INCLUDING LINKS HERE: https://theindiebrew.com.au/will-this-initiative-have-a-huge-impact-on-the-gaming-industry-the-indie-brew-show-ep-8/In this episode:- We chat about the latest indie game news and some of the games that caught us by surprise this week- Things get heated as we talk about the Stop Killing Games movement and what it means for gaming- Tea drinkers, we’re coming after you this week. We recommend indie games, based on what tea you drink!Whether you're here for the news, the bargains, or just want to vibe with the best in indie games, you're in the right place. Let’s brew.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly indie deep dives, reviews & chaos.SEGMENT TIMES:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:03 - Freshly Brewed00:05:28 - The Menu00:08:14 - Bargain Brews00:09:14 - Spill the Tea00:41:40 - The Backlog00:46:34 - One to Watch00:48:58 - Taste Test00:55:41 - Challenge01:04:49 - OutroVisit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected]#stopkillinggames #indiegames #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on The Indie Brew Show, we’re back with a packed cup of indie goodness.

SHOW NOTES INCLUDING LINKS HERE: https://theindiebrew.com.au/avcon-highlights-xbox-indie-bargains-soundtrack-showdown/

We just got back from AVCON 2025 and we’re breaking down the highlights and we're doing a deep dive into the magic of Indie Symphony II (yes, there were tears).

Then we’re sipping through the best hidden gems in the ID@Xbox Sale, from cozy puzzlers to action-packed brawlers.

And finally, we’re challenging each other to guess iconic indie games based solely on their soundtrack - expect chaos, some shocking admissions, and a whole lot of swaying to the beat.

Whether you're here for the music, the bargains, or just want to vibe with the best in indie games, you're in the right place. Let’s brew.

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly indie deep dives, reviews & chaos.

SEGMENT TIMES:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:04 - Freshly Brewed

00:05:17 - The Menu

00:08:28 - Bargain Brews

00:10:17 - Signal Boost

00:13:30 - Spill the Tea

00:26:30 - The Backlog

00:30:23 - Taste Tes

t00:37:49 - Challenge

00:51:29 - Outro

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#AVCON2025 #IndieGames #XboxSale #IndieSymphony #IndieBrewShow #GuessTheSoundtrack #IndieGameDeals #IDatXbox #GamingPodcast

This week on The Indie Brew Show, we’ve got everything you need to caffeinate your indie game cravings. We're breaking down the biggest indie deals and new releases, digging deep into the AI controversy surrounding The Alters, and - yes - you’ll finally learn which indie game you should play based on your preferred milk alternative.For a full breakdown including links to everything in the show click here: https://theindiebrew.com.au/indie-bargains-ai-scandals-what-your-milk-choice-says-about-you-the-indie-brew-show-episode-6/SEGMENT TIMES00:00:00 - Intro00:00:58 - Freshly Brewed00:10:17 - The Menu00:13:49 - Bargain Brews00:14:59 - Spill the Tea00:48:23 - The Backlog00:50:35 - One to Watch 00:54:11 - Taste Test00:58:56 - Challenge01:06:29 - Outro

Welcome back to The Indie Brew Show – where we spill the tea (and coffee) on all things indie games!

SHOW NOTES INCLUDING LINKS HERE: https://theindiebrew.com.au/are-game-subscriptions-worth-it-indie-brew-ep-5/

In this episode:

We break down the latest indie game news

Review Date Everything - the wild, narrative-morphing relationship sim

Dive into Train Valley Origins and its tight, puzzle-like transport chaos

Debate gaming subscriptions - are they good for indie devs, or just another Netflix-style trap?

And in our first ever Coffee x Indie Game Pairing Challenge - we match your go-to coffee orders with the perfect indie game recs.

MAKE SURE TO COMMENT YOUR BEST TRAIN PUN TO WIN A KEY FOR TRAIN VALLEY ORIGINS 🚂🚂

Stick around for all the latest indie news, cozy vibes, and caffeinated chaos.

🕹️ New episodes weekly on YouTube & Spotify - don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to brew up more indie goodness!

👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments:

• Do you think Gaming Subscriptions are worth it?

SEGMENT TIMES00:00:00 - Intro00:00:27 - Freshly Brewed00:05:02 - The Menu00:06:28 - Bargain Brews00:07:23 - Signal Boost00:10:21 - Spill the Tea00:30:11 - The Backlog00:35:44 - Taste Test00:42:32 - Challenge00:52:05 - Outro

Visit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/

For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected]

Want your indie game reviewed? Submit a review request here:https://forms.gle/oXNyV9kwN3Ahj3ML9

Welcome back to The Indie Brew Show – where we spill the tea (and coffee) on all things indie games!In Episode 4, we’re diving into the wild world of Summer Game Fest to unpack all the biggest indie reveals – from monster-collecting volleyball RPGs to haunting mountain climbs and everything in between. We’re also giving you a sneak peek at our upcoming feature: 10 Indie Games to Watch from SGF 2025.Then, we’re joined by special guest Cleaver of Oz to chat through our top picks from Steam Next Fest – the demos we’re loving, the ones that surprised us, and the hidden gems you won’t want to miss.Check out Cleaver of Oz here: https://www.twitch.tv/cleaverofozGrab a cup and settle in – this one’s a juicy pour.If you love indie game news, caffeinated chaos, and real recommendations without the hype, you’re in the right place.🕹️ New episodes monthly on YouTube – don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to brew up more indie goodness!👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments:• What was your favourite reveal from Summer Game Fest?• Which Steam Next Fest demo should we try next?SEGMENT TIMES00:00:00 - Intro00:00:28 - Freshly Brewed00:12:34 - The Menu00:14:16 - Bargain Brews00:15:17 - The Backlog00:19:22 - Signal Boost00:23:46 - 10 Ones to Watch From Summer Game Fest00:33:52 - Spill the Tea00:47:27 - Taste Test00:54:31 - OutroVisit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected] your indie game reviewed? Submit a review request here:https://forms.gle/oXNyV9kwN3Ahj3ML9

Welcome back to The Indie Brew Show – where we spill the tea (and coffee) on all things indie games!In Episode 3, we’re predicting what Summer Game Fest might have in store for indie fans, from shadow drops to surprise sequels. We’re also reviewing two fresh brews: the delightfully janky stop-motion adventure Paperklay, and the adorable train-building sim Islands & Trains. Plus, we’re debuting a new challenge – can we guess the indie game from a coffee-style flavour description? Let the chaos begin.Stick around for all the latest indie news, cozy vibes, and caffeinated chaos.If you love indie game reviews, cozy chaos, and honest recommendations, you’re in the right place.🕹️ New episodes monthly on YouTube - don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to brew up more indie goodness!👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments:• What are your Summer Games Fest Predictions?• Did you guess our Indie Game Coffee blends?SEGMENT TIMES00:00:00 - Intro00:00:29 - Freshly Brewed00:05:07 - The Menu00:08:44 - Bargain Brews00:10:20 - The Backlog00:13:40 - Spill the Tea00:28:16 - One to Watch00:31:40 - Taste Test00:39:08 - Challenge Time00:45:04 - OutroVisit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected] your indie game reviewed? Submit a review request here:https://forms.gle/oXNyV9kwN3Ahj3ML9

Welcome to The Indie Brew Show – where we spill the tea on all the indie games!This time around, we’re wrapping up May with a jam-packed lineup of reviews, reveals, and ridiculousness. What were the best indie games of the month? Did Kabuto Park live up to the hype? And what even is Empyreal? Let’s find out.We’ve also got:🍵 The latest Indie Gaming news including some big updates and surprise releases👉 Our top Indie Game picks from May☕ Spoiler-free reviews of Kabuto Park and Empyreal🎮 A chaotic “badly describing indie games” challenge – can YOU guess what we’re talking about?🫱 A surprise game you might’ve missedMORE!If you love indie game reviews, cozy chaos, and honest recommendations, you’re in the right place.🕹️ New episodes monthly on YouTube + Twitch – don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to brew up more indie goodness!👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments:• What’s your favorite indie game from May?• Could you beat us in the Bad Descriptions Challenge?SEGMENT TIMES00:00:00 - Intro00:00:30 - Freshly Brewed00:05:00 - The Menu00:08:11 - Bargain Brews00:09:39 - Signal Boost00:12:01 - Spill the Tea00:29:03 - One to Watch00:33:19 - Taste Test00:39:38 - Challenge Time00:45:01 - OutroVisit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])Want your indie game reviewed? Submit a review request here:https://forms.gle/oXNyV9kwN3Ahj3ML9

Welcome to the very first episode of The Indie Brew Show – where we spill the tea on all the indie games!

In this premiere, we’re diving straight into controversy: Australia’s recent removal of the crime management game Schedule One from sale.

What happened? Why was it taken down? And what does this mean for the future of indie games down under?

We’ve also got:

🍵 The latest Indie Gaming news including a very special announcement 🫣👉 Your menu of Indie Games for the next week

🪧 The best Indie Game specials☕ Spoiler-free reviews of the hotel sim Hotel Architect, and the roguelike deckbuilder Drop Duchy

🎮 Our handpicked indie game recommendations of the week

🔤 A chaotic A–Z indie game naming challenge (can YOU name one for every letter?)+ MORE!

If you love indie game news, hot takes, and genuine game recs, you’re in the right place.🕹️ New episodes weekly on YouTube, Twitch & Spotify – don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to brew up more indie goodness!👇

Let us know your thoughts in the comments:

• What’s your take on the Schedule One controversy?

• What game are you looking forward to playing this week?

Applications are open NOW for The ANZ Indie Showcase 2025!

Submit your game here: https://forms.gle/phiYQCYWgnKbSo6K7

Creators get involved here: https://forms.gle/mRMrhdFfzSerbyD4A

Visit The Indie Brew for more Indie game content! https://theindiebrew.com.au/

For business enquiries or coverage requests contact: [email protected]

Want your indie game reviewed? Submit a review request here: https://forms.gle/oXNyV9kwN3Ahj3ML9

Join me as I chat to Scott and Artiom, the very talented directors of Hilltop Studios and the creative minds behind the game Lil Guardsman.