The Indie-Credible Podcast

Join hosts Xander and Jeff for a jam-packed installment of the Indie-Credible Podcast! This week, Jeff recounts his Halloween-flavored victory with 100 Pumpkins (his final game of 2024), takes a quick detour with the budget-friendly Bad Run, and dives deep into the surprisingly robust Metroidvania platformer Bad Pad—complete with a wild rumble feature that needed some DIY tweaking. Meanwhile, Xand...

Join hosts Xander and Jeff for another Indie-Credible adventure! In this week’s episode, they delve into Sea of Stars, the retro-inspired RPG that’s been on Jeff's backlog for far too long, and share their thoughts on Tumbleseed, the quirky roguelike where balance is everything. Also on deck, they run through their “On the Horizon” list of fresh indie discoveries, spotlighting Azura’s Crystals, An...

In Episode 11 of The Indie-Credible Podcast, hosts Xander and Jeff explore the exciting world of indie game development. They start with a thought-provoking discussion: What happens when indie developers get the chance to work on established, well-loved IPs? They explore the opportunities and risks for developers and fans, from creative freedom to potential challenges. Next, the duo shares their l...

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Indie-Credible podcast with your favorite hosts, Xander and Jeff! In this exciting episode, we're diving into the quirky world of Horg's Brewery, where dastardly dwarves combine their love for swearing and beer brewing with a unique blend of action gameplay reminiscent of classics like Digger and Zelda. Pavel Gorev, the game's developer, reached out to share his vision...

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Indie-Credible Podcast! This week hosts Xander and Jeff are diving into a heated discussion about the recent PlayStation Portal upgrade. We'll explore whether streaming capabilities similar to Xbox Game Pass make it worth investing in PS Pro Premium, particularly for those already owning a Portal. Plus, we weigh the value of holding onto PC Game Pass while enjoying stre...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Indie-Credible Podcast! It’s episode 8, and we’re diving headfirst into the vibrant world of indie gaming, where innovation and creativity collide. This week, we’ve been exploring thrilling titles that will ignite your nostalgia and challenge your skills. Get ready to level up as we discuss Abathor—a game that channels the classic arcade action vibes...

In the festive Holiday Episode of The Indie-Credible Podcast, hosts Xander and Jeff celebrate the Best Indie Games of 2024! Tune in as they share their top picks from the year, with Jeff showcasing his personal favorites, including the adrenaline-fueled "Turbo Kid," the enchanting "Prodigal," and the darkly alluring "The Last Faith." He also dives into the nostalgic pixel art of "Eldest Souls" and...

In Episode 6 of The Indie-Credible Podcast, hosts Xander and Jeff explore the latest indie games making waves this week. They start with “Songs for the Hero,” a platformer that merges thrilling gameplay with delightful singing, followed by their attempts to master the challenging slipstreams in “Aero GPX,” a spiritual successor to F-Zero. In the "On the Horizon" segment, they preview promising tit...

Join Xander and Jeff on the Indie-Credible podcast as they dive deep into the mesmerizing world of Hollow Knight clones, tackling whether games like Deviator cross the line from inspiration to imitation, alongside their thoughts on the unique platforming challenges of Aestik. They also uncover gems like Gravity Circuit, which blends retro vibes with modern mechanics, and The Plucky Squire, a visua...

In Episode 4 of The Indie-Credible Podcast, hosts Xander and Jeff dive deep into the vibrant indie gaming community and its growing influence on the gaming industry. The episode kicks off with an engaging discussion about some of the latest indie gems they've played, including the captivating isometric Metroidvania, **Crypt Custodian**, and the puzzle adventure **Isles of Sea and Sky**, reminiscen...

Welcome back to The Indie-Credible Podcast, where your hosts, Jeff and Xander, dive headfirst into the vibrant world of indie gaming! In Episode 3, we're having an electrifying discussion about our favorite indie gems, which have captured our hearts and challenged our gaming skills. From the haunting beauty of Hollow Knight to the fast-paced thrills of Dead Cells, we'll share the stories behind wh...

In this exciting episode, hosts Xander and Jeff discuss their passion for indie video games and what ignited their interest in this vibrant scene. They also discuss and review some of the newest indie titles they've been playing, including the innovative Ouros, the nostalgic Quest Master—a 16-bit Zelda maker—the strategic fun of Dicey Dungeons, and the "is it good?" remake of Night Slashers. Looki...

Welcome to the first episode of The Indie-Credible Podcast, where we delve into the world of indie video games and bring you the latest and greatest in the indie gaming scene. Join your hosts, Xander and Jeff, as they share their passion for indie video games and discuss their backgrounds in the gaming industry. In this episode, we'll look at our gaming setups and dive into the newest indie games...