{"id":4072,"date":"2023-06-03T02:07:30","date_gmt":"2023-06-03T02:07:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/playitnowgames.com\/index.php\/2023\/06\/03\/5-must-play-indie-games-of-2021\/"},"modified":"2023-06-03T02:07:30","modified_gmt":"2023-06-03T02:07:30","slug":"5-must-play-indie-games-of-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/2023\/06\/03\/5-must-play-indie-games-of-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Must-Play Indie Games of 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It’s been a whirlwind of a year for video games, and 2021 looks to be no different. From big-name releases like Cyberpunk 2077 to smaller, independently developed games, 2021 is set to be a year of great titles. Here are five must-play indie games of 2021 that you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Hades \u2013 Supergiant Games<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Hades is a highly-acclaimed roguelike from the indie powerhouse Supergiant Games. You play as Zagreus, the rebellious son of the god Hades, and your goal is to escape the Underworld. Despite its small size, Hades has a ton of content, with a vast array of weapons, characters, and abilities to explore. Hell-bent on escaping the Underworld, Hades is a thrilling, highly replayable adventure that you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n

2. Stardew Valley \u2013 ConcernedApe<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Inspired by games like Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing, Stardew Valley is a farm simulator that tasks you with building your own little farming village. You can explore, fish, mine, forage, and, of course, farm to your heart\u2019s content. With a vibrant art style, a charming soundtrack, and incredibly deep gameplay, Stardew Valley is a must-play for anyone looking for a relaxing, therapeutic experience.<\/p>\n

3. Celeste \u2013 Matt Makes Games<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Celeste is a challenging and evocative platformer from Matt Makes Games. You play as Madeline, a young woman out to climb Celeste Mountain. With its simple mechanics, tight controls, and thoughtful level design, Celeste is an intense platformer that doesn\u2019t skimp on challenge. Madeline\u2019s story of overcoming her inner demons and conquering the mountain is a touching yet inspirational journey you won\u2019t soon forget.<\/p>\n

4. The Longing \u2013 Studio Seufz<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Longing is a unique indie game from Studio Seufz. You play as a lonely sprite who has been charged with waiting 400 days for King\u2019s Awakening. This is a game unlike anything else, giving you the chance to explore your underground kingdom and its mysterious secrets. Played in real time, The Longing is a one-of-a-kind experience and a must-play for anyone looking for a deeply challenging but rewarding game.<\/p>\n

5. Moon \u2013 Woods & Witch<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Moon is an intriguing indie game from the two-person team of Woods & Witch. You play as a small cat looking for its lost mother under the watchful eye of the Moon. On your journey, you\u2019ll explore a mystical world full of puzzles and enemies. With its charming aesthetic and unique gameplay mechanics, Moon is a delightful and deeply rewarding journey, and one you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/p>\n

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These five indie games of 2021 are all must-plays. From Hades to Moon, each provides an experience that\u2019s captivating in its own way. So don\u2019t hesitate, these indie gems await. This is going to be a great year for video games, so don\u2019t miss out on the best that indie development has to offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It’s been a whirlwind of a year for video games, and 2021 looks to be no different. From big-name releases like Cyberpunk 2077 to smaller, independently developed games, 2021 is set to be a year of great titles. Here are five must-play indie games of 2021 that you won\u2019t want to miss. 1. Hades \u2013 Supergiant Games Hades is a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4073,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[254,255,256,42,57],"class_list":["post-4072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-2021games","tag-gamesuggestions","tag-indiegamepicks","tag-indiegames","tag-mustplay"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4072"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4072\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/projects.skyedgecreation.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}