The Indie-Credible Podcast

Episode 62 of  The Indie-Credible Podcast  dives headfirst into  new indie releases , community favorites, and retro-inspired action shaping today’s  indie gaming scene !  Jeff and Xander break down the community-picked hit  Dave the Diver , exploring why it continues to dominate conversations across indie gaming, streaming, and word-of-mouth  community recommendations . Jeff also spends time with...

Episode 61 of  The Indie-Credible Podcast  dives into  new indie releases , retro hardware excitement, and the latest  community recommendations  shaping the indie gaming scene!  Kyle's trials kicks things off with  Retro Madness  in this week’s Trials, while Jeff shares hands-on impressions of the  Analogue Duo , exploring how modern FPGA hardware continues to reshape how we experience classi...

Episode 60 of  The Indie-Credible Podcast  celebrates the  Best Games of 2025 , breaking down the titles that defined the year across the  indie gaming scene , major releases, and community favorites.  Jeff and Xander each reveal their  Top 5 Games of 2025 , highlighting what made these standout experiences rise above the rest — from artistic mastery to unforgettable gameplay innovation. Leading t...

This year’s theme is  “Hand-Me-Downs”   where Jeff, Xander, and friends exchange previously loved games, collectibles, and retro surprises that deserve a second life. From forgotten gems to deeply personal picks, this episode is all about sharing why certain games still matter long after release. While this holiday special isn’t focused on  new indie releases , it perfectly captures what makes  in...

Episode 59 of  The Indie-Credible Podcast  drops one of our biggest weeks yet — packed with  new indie releases , wild community picks, and a surprise early look at  Metroid Prime 4  gameplay impressions from Jeff! Kyle Trials opens with “Game or Toy?” and Friday Game Night delivers plenty of unexpected chaos before we jump right into the main event: the  Newest Indie Games Played . Jeff talks  Me...

Episode 58 of The Indie-Credible Podcast blasts into a packed week of new indie releases , retro tech deep dives, and a wave of community recommendations that fuel the entire indie gaming scene ! Jeff kicks off with Wizorb , a polished hybrid of brick-breaker mechanics and RPG elements recommended by Johnny Millennium. He also checks out the bite-sized Microvania , proving that tiny Metroidvanias...

Episode 57 of The Indie-Credible Podcast dives into a huge lineup of new indie releases , SNES-style nostalgia, and collector-core homebrew goodness across the entire indie gaming scene ! Jeff and Xander open with a wild discovery: Deltarune on SNES!? The fan project Bound to the Dark World sparks discussion on retro demakes, 16-bit limitations, and why the community still loves reimagining modern...

Episode 56 of The Indie-Credible Podcast dives into new indie releases and the latest hardware buzz shaking up the indie gaming scene ! Jeff and Xander start off with the long-awaited Steam Machine revival — comparing modern Steam Deck-style PC hardware, controllers, and even VR compatibility. From controller tests to streaming setups, this week’s tech talk dives deep into how indie players can bu...

Episode 55 of The Indie-Credible Podcast dives deep into the vibrant world of indie gaming , bringing fresh new indie releases , throwbacks in the indie scene , and hidden gems in the homebrew & budget game space! Jeff jumps into Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores , a delightful “Mushroomvania” Metroidvania brimming with charm and exploration. Meanwhile, Xander highlights Majogami , a dynamic 2D ac...

Episode 54 of The Indie-Credible Podcast dives into a haunted blend of indie thrills and retro homebrew magic! Jeff investigates the spooky new NES homebrew Haunted: Halloween ’87 , while Xander explores the time-bending indie action of Chrono Gear: Warden of Time , making both titles front and centre of this week’s discussion. We also get meta-with Kyle’s Trials focused on a rare Metallica VHS bo...

Episode 53 of The Indie-Credible Podcast delivers a showcase of hand-crafted artistry and pure retro-inspired energy! Jeff dives into the stunning world of Bye Sweet Carole . This cinematic platformer feels like stepping into a lost Don Bluth or Disney classic, while also tackling the high-octane, co-op Metroidvania action of Pampas & Selene , one of the most talked-about indie releases this y...

Episode 52 blasts into orbit with another packed week of indie game discoveries , homebrew highlights , and retro gaming goodness ! Jeff and Xander unbox the brand-new Game Boy homebrew Cosmo Knight Zion and finally crack the code on the mysterious Discord game tease that had everyone guessing. In this week’s New & Noteworthy , the crew previews must-see indie gems including Shadow of the Orie...

Season Two of The Indie-Credible Podcast blasts off with a celebration of creativity across the indie and retro-gaming scene! Jeff and Xander dive deep into the world of indie games, homebrew projects, and aftermarket releases for classic consoles, spotlighting passionate creators keeping the spirit of gaming alive. From Jeff’s fully-funded Kickstarter for The Complete Sega CD & 32X Collector’...

We’ve officially hit the big 5-0, and we’re finishing out Season 1 by celebrating with another jam-packed episode full of indie game goodness. Xander and Jeff dive into the newest indie releases, share their latest play sessions, and spotlight some surprise gems from this week’s sales. Halloween is near, and Kyle’s Trials brings some blast-from-the-past horror icons into the mix. This week’s Rando...

Welcome back to another episode of  The Indie-Credible Podcast !  Jeff kicks things off by showcasing the newest display for  Kyle’s Trails . Then, Xander and Jeff dive into last week’s Randomizer pick:  Against Great Darkness , a shmup with a surprising Arkanoid-style twist. Xander also shares some laughs from a recent  Wobbly Life  game night, and we highlight this week’s  New and Noteworthy  ti...

The indie scene never takes a break, and neither do we!  Jeff and Xander are back with another jam-packed episode. We kick things off with more Silksong discussion, plus Xander drops some huge news: he finally got a Switch 2! In Newest Indie Games Played, the Randomizer pulls us into the retro-inspired Celeste 64. From there, we explore a stacked New and Noteworthy lineup featuring SteamDolls: Ord...

This week, we kick things off with some vintage Star Wars fun in Kyle’s Trials, followed by more chatter about the much-anticipated Silksong. Jeff dives into the NES homebrew Malasambra, while Xander takes on Shinobi Art of Vengeance. In New and Noteworthy, we spotlight a packed lineup of fresh indie discoveries like Project X: Light Years, Sword of the Sea, Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders...

Silksong has finally arrived—and on the same day, Adventures of Samsara, a brand-new Metroidvania, launched too. We also take a look at Kazeta OS and whether it’s a good option for indie collectors who want to save space. This week’s Randomizer is Footgun Underground, a roguelike with a soccer twist that might remind you of Kid Kleets on the SNES. In New and Noteworthy, we spotlight fresh indie re...

Welcome to Episode 45 of The Indie-Credible Podcast! This week, it’s more than meets the eye with another round of Kyle’s Trials. Jeff wraps up his run of Minishoot Adventures, while he and Xander take on the randomizer pick Space Grunts: a roguelite, turn-based shooter set in a sci-fi world. Both hosts go absolutely gaga for Garbanzo Quest, and the New & Noteworthy lineup features fresh title...

This week, Jeff shares more of Kyle’s Trials, while both Jeff and Xander dive into the Randomizer pick of the week: Helvetii, a slick hack-and-slash adventure. Jeff also highlights some cool NES homebrews with Force Bot, and we roll into a jam-packed New and Noteworthy lineup that Xander’s already dipped his toes into. Featured games include: Yosei Wars Panta Rhei – Guardian of Time Tall Trails Ma...

Welcome back to another episode of The Indie-Credible Podcast! In Episode 43, Jeff dives into some vintage toy finds from Kyle’s Collection and then takes on the return of The Randomizer with Minishoot Adventure, a Zelda-inspired twin-stick shooter packed with bullet-hell chaos, accessibility options, and multi-phase boss battles. Xander celebrates a huge victory by finally conquering Ninja Gaiden...

This week on  The Indie-Credible Podcast , Jeff and Xander talk about Limited Run Games’ ever-growing release list—and how some great titles get lost in the shuffle. One standout?  Scott Pilgrim EX , a brand-new game that sends us down a Tribute Games rabbit hole. In “Newest Indie Games Played,” the guys blast-process their way into  Earthion , a brand-new shmup that feels right at home in the Gen...

Jeff returns from the Classic Game Fest with stories to share—and he’s bringing some retro heat with him! This week, the crew dives into Blade Buster, a slick NES homebrew shmup that keeps the pixel bullets flying. Jeff also checks out the press-demo for Sovietborgs, an ambitious top-down action game coming to Genesis, Dreamcast, and Neo Geo. Think Gauntlet meets The Chaos Engine, with visuals str...

Get ready for pixel-packed mayhem in this week’s episode of  The Indie-Credible Podcast ! Jeff dives into the gritty world of  BIOTA , an action-platformer with Metroidvania vibes and roguelike twists, while Xander gets blasted by the over-the-top demo for  Neon Inferno —think  Wild Guns  collides with  Metal Slug , now add bullet time! We also throw down in the retro-fueled fighter  Robo Oh , giv...

Jeff returns from the Video Game Summit with stories from the show floor and a retro game hunt through Chicago, including a stop at Back in the Game in Cicero! This week’s indie lineup includes: Towaga – Jeff blasts through waves of enemies in this visually striking survival game. Great story, but is the gameplay loop too repetitive? Axe Cop – Wielding an axe against dinosaurs? Jeff dives into thi...