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Subnautica. One of the best experiences I've had in gaming.
Outer Wilds. One of the most creative and thought-provoking games I've played. Definitely go into this one knowing as little as possible about it.
Hollow Knight also deserves a spot here, but personally I preferred Salt and Sanctuary.
Perfect list! I have two things to add
Astroneer Minecraft, but with a space vacuum cleaner that makes digging holes addictive
Brawlhalla a smash Brothers clone that gave me hours of fun.
There are a lot I'd recommend, but I think the only must-play for me is Cave Story.
When I was growing up, Cave Story was like the paragon of games as art, and was a major inspiration behind me making games as a hobby and getting into software development professionally. Cave Story was made by a single talented auteur, not for profit, and released for free. And it was as good as Metroid and Mario, or maybe even better. It proved to everyone that such a thing was even possible.
I think the only indie game that could possibly compete with Cave Story for the title of "most influential" would be Minecraft. Though Minecraft should probably be disqualified from that title for having sold out to Microsoft as soon as it started to get big...
Stardew Valley
I'm not sure what the cutoff is for indie these days, but I think the Ori games are perfect.
My partner and I loved playing Plate Up! We've also played Overcooked 1 & 2, but spent more time playing Plate Up!.
Gris. Gorgeous visuals and stress-free gameplay
Not incredibly long either
There is this little hidden gem called The Witcher 3.
Ok, real answer: To the Moon and Doki Doki Literature Club are two indies that really left a mark on me, specially the former. Both games are fantastic.
Shovel Knight + DLC, what a fantastic MegaMan clone!!!
Factorio has been my crack-torio for many years. Satisfactory may have better graphics, but I prefer the simplicity and depth of Factorio.
Gone Home.
Celeste.
Most of Pokemon fan games (my boyfriend loves fangames)
I usually only play the large bombast blockbuster titles, but Actual Sunshine did leave me speechless.
We will need a topic for the AAAs as well. 🙂
Do you mean Actual Sunlight?
Yes. My bad on the name. It’s been a couple of years.
Subnautica
Tunic
The Legend of Grimrock 1 and 2 (I've convinced 0 people to try these)
Subnautica is horror in its most subtle form.
"Detecting multiple leviathan class lifeforms in the region. Are you certain whatever you’re doing is worth it?”
Risk of Rain!
First, second, or both?
First. Second is nice, but it's 3D, makes it a little harder. Also they are releasing a new revamped version of the first.