No major news this month other than a bunch more hit indie games have landed. Got some good ports, lots coming out of early access, and a bundle of intriguing new games in early access. It’s a strong month IMO. Lots to get stuck into, and some nice little halloween flavoured treats. As always, all on macOS.
Avernum 4: Greed and Glory
“The cult-classic saga is back! Battle for fame, power, and wealth in the subterranean nation of Avernum. Conquer an enormous underworld in this epic turn-based fantasy RPG. Features huge, clever dungeons, varied and cunning foes, 100s of artifacts to find or craft, and a really cool story.”
macOS • Windows
Available from GOG, Steam, and Spiderweb Software.
BALL x PIT
“BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.”
macOS • Windows • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Steam, and console stores.
Blue Prince
Now available on macOS.
“Welcome to Mt. Holly, where every dawn unveils a new mystery. Navigate through shifting corridors and ever-changing chambers in this genre-defying strategy puzzle adventure. But will your unpredictable path lead you to the rumored Room 46?”
macOS • Windows • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Steam, and console stores.
Bulb Boy 2: Jar of Despair
“Bulb Boy defeated the evil that had overtaken the Bulbhouse and his beloved family. But it seems that this is only the beginning of his dark adventures! And this time, it all starts with an empty jam jar…”
macOS • Windows • (announced for Switch)
Available from Steam.
CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs
“A mute little thing with borrowed magic. A house that murmurs back. Ask wrong, and you might wake something that remembers your name.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
Consume Me
“did you feel stupid, fat, lazy, and ugly in high school? well i did…but at least i made a life-simulation RPG about it!”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam, and Itch.
Dreamed Away
“Dreamed Away is an emotional action-adventure RPG with psychological horror elements. Play as Théo, a boy lost in a dark, mysterious world. Explore a unique reality, duel against darkness in a unique, fast paced combat system and mind your choices.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • Xbox
Available from GOG, Steam, and console stores.
Duelyst: Blitz (FREE)
“Lightning-fast reimagining of the beloved tactical card battler Duelyst, designed for intense, strategic matches you can finish in just a few minutes. Engage in dynamic, turn-based duels where every move matters.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Android • iOS • iPadOS • visionOS
Available from Steam, and mobile stores.
Escape From Duckov
“Escape from Duckov is a PVE indie survival RPG — in a duck’s world!. Scavenge for resources, build your hideout, and upgrade your gear in the world of Duckov. Start from nothing and rise to the top. Outwit hostile ducks, survive, or make it out alive.”
macOS • Windows
macOS version available from Steam, and the App Store.
Other versions also from Epic.
Fading Serenades
“Hike, jump, and climb to traverse the treacherous terrain of the island to help villagers deliver parcels and complete their tasks and requests. Experience a story of vanishing traditions, a missing scientist, and an unfolding mystery. Serenading a quieter life, the island calls!”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
Hades II
“Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler.”
macOS • Windows • Switch
Available from Steam, Epic, and console stores.
Hoop Land (EARLY ACCESS)
“Experience the ultimate hoops sim in Hoop Land, a retro-inspired basketball manager with modernized gameplay and fully customizable leagues. Build your legacy, lead a dynasty, or simulate endless seasons from college tournaments to championship trophies!”
macOS • Windows • Android • iOS • iPadOS • visionOS
Available from Steam, and mobile stores.
Horse Racing Manager (EARLY ACCESS)
“Manage your own horse racing stables, breed and train future champions. Compete across diverse tracks, balance finances, manage staff, and expand your reach in the world of horse racing. Turn ambition into legacy, one choice at a time.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from Steam.
It Has My Face (EARLY ACCESS)
“IT HAS YOUR FACE. Now it wants your life. Hide, seek, and try to kill your clone in this deceptively simple first-person horror roguelite.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from Steam.
NBA 2K26 Arcade Edition
“Wake up, Rook! You’ve been drafted to your team to play ball with the league’s biggest stars. It’s up to you to lead them to victory and bring the championship home. Craft the perfect build for your MyPLAYER, and live through the journey of an NBA star in MyCAREER.”
macOS • iOS • iPadOS • tvOS • visionOS
Available from Apple Arcade.
Necesse
“Build, quest, and conquer across an infinite procedurally generated world. Play alone or with friends as you establish a settlement and explore deep dungeons, fight monsters and bosses, mine rare ores, craft magical equipment, recruit specialists for your colony, and more!”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS
Available from Steam.
Riddlewood Manor
“Riddlewood Manor is a point & click adventure set in a haunted house that will try to kill you each step of your way. Overcome eerie logic puzzles to uncover a maze of mysterious rooms filled with dark secrets, spooky encounters, and hidden pathways. Optional jump scare warning is available.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
Stardash
“A “punishing” 90’s inspired platformer with retro looks, retro gameplay, and VERY challenging run and jump action. Can you manage to survive the normal levels, and unlock the 10 secret temple levels ?”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • Android • iOS • iPadOS • visionOS
Available from Steam, Itch, console and mobile stores.
Strange Antiquities
Now available on macOS.
“Become the custodian of a store dealing in occult antiquities. Explore the quaint and gloomy town of Undermere, where strange goings-on and dark mysteries abound. Find and identify arcane artefacts, use your collection to aid the townsfolk with their unusual problems — and remember to pet your cat!”
macOS • Windows • Switch
macOS version available from Steam.
Other versions also from GOG, Epic, and console stores.
SWAPMEAT (EARLY ACCESS)
“Rip through hostile alien worlds, harvest mutant body parts mid-combat, and adapt faster than the enemies before they overwhelm you. Every alien you harvest gives you new body parts with unique powers — triple-jump legs, turret-dropping torsos, grenade-launching turkey heads.”
macOS • Windows
Available from Steam.
Zaccaria Pinball (FREE)
“Play free and try tables in trial mode with Zaccaria Pinball, featuring 140+ tables, including 40+ officially licensed from Zaccaria was founded by three brothers: Marino, Franco, & Natale. Zaccaria was the world’s 3rd largest pinball manufacturer, next to Bally & Williams. Relive the golden age.”
macOS • Windows • Linux • SteamOS • Switch • PlayStation • Xbox
Available from Steam, and console stores.
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