25 Jul 2025
Ones to Wishlist is your regularly updated roundup of standout upcoming games you won’t want to miss. Whether you're hunting for fresh gameplay ideas, unique art styles, or promising narratives, this is your go-to list for staying ahead of the curve. New recommendations are added regularly - so be sure to check back often for the latest must-watch games.
13 May 2025
Explore the origins of ASTROBOTANICA, a relaxed survival adventure where you play as an alien botanist on prehistoric Earth. Game director Arek Woźniak shares insights on design, challenges, and the unique twist on survival gameplay.
30 Apr 2025
Typing Ninja reinvents the typing game by blending fast-paced action, roguelike mechanics, and educational features like vocabulary mode. With boss fights and multiple game modes, it's built for fun and replayability.
23 Apr 2025
Elusive is a heartfelt adventure from indie studio Chibig, inspired by The Secret World of Arrietty and It Takes Two. Players guide Zoe, a tiny hero in a giant world, through 2D and 3D exploration, tool upgrades, and bug companions. Built in Unity and backed by a passionate community, Elusive blends whimsical storytelling with clever gameplay in a visually rich, oversized world.
23 Apr 2025
Four former Piranha Bytes devs founded Brainlag Games after their studio shut down, determined to control their creative future. Their first project, Rootbound, is a physics-driven adventure built on consistent world rules—no shortcuts, no yellow climbing walls. Inspired by Subnautica, Death Stranding, and Tears of the Kingdom, the team is developing Rootbound in Unity 6, with a deeper look coming soon via their YouTube channel.
10 Apr 2025
Lootbound is a fast-paced rogue-like from ArtDock, blending snappy combat, strategic choices, and vibrant pixel art. Inspired by Moonlighter and Shogun Showdown, it delivers short-session thrills with lasting replayability. Built in Unity with Aseprite, Photoshop, and Blender, the team crafted a playful yet dangerous world where risk and reward go hand in hand—just don’t let greed get you killed.
07 Apr 2025
Firefighters Together is a chaotic co-op party game created by solo developer Burak Piskin. Inspired by a spontaneous D&D session, the game blends slapstick humor with teamwork-focused gameplay as players battle fires, rescue cats, and compete in mini-games. Developed in Unity with Netcode and Steamworks, it marks Piskin’s first venture into online multiplayer. Despite the challenges, Firefighters Together delivers laugh-out-loud moments and plans for free content updates in the future.
07 Apr 2025
Lost Host is a story-driven indie adventure where players control a small RC toy car on a heartfelt journey to find the boy who once owned it. Developed by a two-person team, the game blends emotional storytelling with cozy, atmospheric visuals inspired by Toy Story, Re-Volt, and childhood memories. Facing everyday elements as real threats, the car’s journey explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in a world not built for it.
03 Apr 2025
Drownlight is a haunting city-building survival game set in a post-apocalyptic ocean, where players manage a floating city centered around a vital lighthouse. Developed by Aleksey Aleksandrov, the game blends resource management, moral dilemmas, and eerie mystery. Featuring a unique radial building system and optimized AI, Drownlight challenges players to keep the light on—or risk vanishing into the unknown. Wishlist it on Steam now!
31 Mar 2025
Tossdown is a fast-paced action roguelite blending Crazy Taxi and Jet Set Radio with chaotic delivery gameplay. Solo developer Feranmi Oladosu brings high-energy movement, wacky power-ups, and roguelite mechanics to keep each run fresh. Overcoming funding challenges, he built the game using Unity, handling all aspects himself. With stylish movement and arcade-inspired chaos, Tossdown promises an adrenaline-fueled experience. Wishlist now on Steam!
26 Mar 2025
My Little Puppy is an emotional adventure game where players guide Bong-gu, a Welsh Corgi, through the afterlife on a journey to reunite with his owner. Blending adventure, action, and racing elements, the game offers heartfelt storytelling, immersive environments, and canine-inspired gameplay. Developed by Dreamotion Inc., it aims to provide comfort and nostalgia for pet lovers. Releasing on Steam in 2025, My Little Puppy promises a touching experience about love, loss, and reunion.
20 Mar 2025
SPINE – This is Gun Fu" is an upcoming action game from Nekki that blends cinematic Gun Fu combat with fluid gameplay and a deep cyberpunk narrative. Players control Redline, a rebellious street artist with a sentient combat implant, fighting against an oppressive AI regime. Built with Unreal Engine 5 and Cascadeur animation, SPINE delivers stunning visuals and lifelike action. With plans for a TV series and more, it’s shaping up to be a must-watch for both gamers and developers.
12 Mar 2025
CannonHead started as a simple 3D model but quickly evolved into a full indie game. Created by a solo developer with a background in 3D art, the project grew naturally as they tested animations in Unreal Engine 5. Facing challenges as a non-programmer, they leveraged UE5’s visual scripting to bring their vision to life. Now, with a demo and pitch deck in progress, CannonHead is shaping up to be a unique indie title to watch.
12 Mar 2025
Andrey Negrúl’s Echo Railway is a stunning sci-fi concept that blends cyberpunk aesthetics with an old-world tram system, creating a world both futuristic and timeless. Originally planned as a game, the project evolved into a cinematic concept trailer showcasing a dystopian city through the eyes of a public service worker. Influenced by Blade Runner, Moebius, and Disco Elysium, Echo Railway is a breathtaking vision of a world left behind.
11 Mar 2025
Bye Sweet Carole is a narrative-horror game that blends classic hand-drawn animation with eerie, unsettling themes. Inspired by traditional animated films, it follows Lana Benton as she uncovers the dark secrets of Bunny Hall orphanage and the mysterious realm of Corolla. Developed by Chris Darril’s Little Sewing Machine, the game masterfully contrasts whimsical visuals with horror, creating a unique experience that captivates players with its haunting yet beautifully animated world.
04 Mar 2025
Couch Planes is an indie aerial racing game built for both split-screen and online play, featuring dedicated servers and matchmaking. Developed by a small team over two years, it combines high-speed thrills, power-ups, and tight maneuvers in visually striking environments. Developer Ruben Gerlach highlights the challenge of reaching an audience, as the team seeks a publisher for marketing and console ports. With continued development, Couch Planes has the potential to stand out in the genre.
04 Mar 2025
Anarchy Road is the debut title from Bunker Brothers, a studio founded by AAA veterans behind Forza Motorsport, Shadow of Mordor, and Hogwarts Legacy. Blending high-speed racing with intense action, the game throws players into a post-apocalyptic world where survival means more than just speed. Co-founder Peter Delgado tells us, “The action seldom lets up.” With dynamic environments and relentless gameplay, Anarchy Road is shaping up to be an adrenaline-fueled indie hit.
03 Mar 2025
The Hidden Ones is an action-packed 3D game blending martial arts with mythological storytelling. Set in a world of ancient legends, players engage in strategic combat, mastering unique fighting styles. The game features cinematic combat, a rich story mode, and competitive duels. With a focus on fair play, it offers both solo and multiplayer experiences.
24 Feb 2025
Cairn is a physics-driven climbing sim from The Game Bakers, featuring procedural movement, survival mechanics, and open-ended traversal. Using inverse kinematics for realistic limb placement, it turns climbing into a puzzle-like challenge where players plan routes and manage resources. With an emergent narrative and immersive audio design, Cairn is a must-watch for devs interested in physics-based mechanics and systemic gameplay.
23 Feb 2025
Punk Runner has entered Early Access, offering a blend of futuristic street racing and open-world exploration. The current build features one drivable car, one race track, two small open-world areas, and customization options. While content is limited, the driving mechanics are promising. Future updates include nitro boosts, car customization, more tracks, larger areas, and improved AI. If you're into early access games, it's worth a try, but others may want to wait for more content.
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