Fez, definitely Braid, and arguably Limbo and VVVVVV as runner ups. (Although with Inside already on the list you've already got one from Playdead... but I guess you've also got two from Supergiant Games so whatever.) OH! Gunpoint is fucking amazing. Like, stealth cybernoir grasshopper action; (you aren't actually a grasshopper, but your legs are augmented such that you move like one.) Outer Wilds definitely hands down is like, if a person could only play one video game ever that's the one they should play, so I agree with that for first place. However! If you're a physics nerd like me and 90% of the reason you keep compulsively booting up the game is just to fly around in a reasonable simulation of classical Newtonian physics in a space sim, (rather than constantly getting airplane controls in space,) then you should 100% check out Void Destroyer. It's hard to describe what kind of game Void Destoyer is, because it does SOOOO many things that it's kind of hard to keep it all straight. It's like a space RTS with both resources collection and fleet management aspects, that you can play almost like a turn based game, in parts, because you can slow down time extensively, but it never really stops, and you need to run it on real time for any of the action to happen, and you can also inhabit any single ship in your fleet and play battles like a fighter sim or a whole on multistation battleship sim. And it's all made by like, one dude. And if you're me all you ever do is boot up the tutorial to enjoy full six-axis movement from in a flight game for once. (Years later I would pay Descent for the first time. The momentum management in VD is more realistic, but I still don't know why we don't see more space shooters that work like they should in real life. I want to literally strafe targets while flying sideways, and I hate that most games don't let me do that. But I digress.) Anyway, it's really good, but probably appeals to like, 0.2% of the population, at most, so I don't actually blame you if you never end up playing it.
Outer Wilds is one of the most perfect gaming experiences of my entire 44 years on this planet. Words cannot simply describe what a masterpiece it is. You HAVE to experience it. Seriously, if you're a gamer, you NEED to drop everything and experience it. Go in blind, and only look up clues if you're absolutely stumped. It's a game that will have you sitting through the entire credits, and even after the game is finished. Just sitting there thinking about what it all means, and how pertinent it is to our lives, and our universe. GO PLAY IT NOW.
People, take this advice. Don't get it confused with Outer Worlds. The names are similar so be careful if your not familiar with these games. But Outer Worlds is just a regular ass game. Outer Wilds is one of my favorite gaming experiences I've ever had. And I have been a gamer since NES. I've had every major console from Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo ever made (aside from the newest XBoxs. Turns out I'm a PC gamer at heart and all the Xbox exclusives are on PC and my rig is quite a bit more powerful than any xbox console, including probably the next one they come out with in a few years). I have 1,760 games on Steam. I could have purchased a baddass car with the amount of money I've spent on gaming. (Sad and proud at the same time). But if I had to pick 10 games to take with me from my list to a deserted island, Outer Worlds would definitely be on my list. And I've already gone through the dang game. It's just a masterpiece of art. I wouldn't be surprised if it turns out that the devs are actually advanced aliens that understand art better than us. It's just that good.
There is only 1 game that still effects me emotionally when I hear its music, see a screen grab, or anyone mention the name. Outer Wilds is completely profound and perfect.
I agree 100% with everyone on this reply thread, OUTER WILDS + it’s DLC brilliant. METRO: EXODUS was like S.TA.L.K.E.R. remade into a perfect METRO game. Loved it. Need more like it.
Entering City of Tears for the first time in Hollow Knight, and the quest of the Moki family in Ori and the Will of the Wisps are two of the most emotional moments I've ever experienced in any game.
I lost my mom a few years ago and within a year my stepdad passed as well. I was a wreck but eventually got back into the rhythm of a normal life. But I absolutely hadn’t dealt with it fully. I grabbed Gris and Spiritfarer as they were both recommended to me by a close friend, who probably knew I needed to play them. I can tell you that those 2 games helped me more than a lot of forms therapy ever did. I don’t know if it was the timing or the games themselves but Spiritfarer especially broke me. Maybe it was because it wasn’t expected as I didn’t know much about them beforehand or maybe because the games made the subject objective and approachable, I don’t fully know. But those 2 games did so much to help me see their losses in a new way that was much more positive and be able to accept and cope with their absences. I’ll forever be grateful for the developers of those 2 games for beautifully bringing to life a really tough process.
I have been using UA-cam since 2008 but i dont recall replying to any comments, however, your comment somehow touched my heart. I just wanna say that i wish you the best and it saddens me that this happens to many ppl but in islam i was taught that God is more merciful towards people than their mothers. So I believe you will be fine ❤
Dude, mad respect. Often times, people don't realize how difficult it is to write a script for videos of this nature without using the same words/phrases over and over again. The are only so many adjectives/metaphors to pull from in the English language, particular gaming centric ones. Yet you managed to use the vast majority of them in a creative way that meshed perfectly with the context of said game... all while remaining coherent and not forced. I'm struggling with properly saying what I mean, but I think/hope it's getting across. Regardless, you've earned a sub from me based on this video alone 🏅 (first one... haven't seen any of the others, but I will) Again, mad respect. You're a master at your craft.
@austinbeige that's how I've felt since playing witcher 3, I can't help buy compare every game I play with the feeling I had when playing that. Everything seems to fall short
I love that basically all you have to say about Getting Over It is that it's designed to piss people off and that it's one of the games you've ever *completed.* I feel like the fact that you said "completed" instead of "played" was very low-key deliberate.
For me 2 playthrough were enough. I feel I know every corner of the game already and got and upgrated all the weapons and most achievements. Its a really good game which I could not put down. But now Im ready to move on... untill sequel or dlc lol
I've only got one thing to add to this genuinely amazing list of games. Brutal orchestra. It's just too great to be true and it has great roguelike strategy mechanics and a lovely story to it. That's without mentioning the unspeakable horrors you'll see at every corner of the game too.
Spiritfarer is one of the most emotional and healing games I've ever played. It's amazing how well the devs handled serious topics like depression, abuse, cancer and ultimately death in such a wholesome but also soul shattering way. Ez 10/10 Game
The outer wilds has flown relatively under my radar but now it’s like all over the place and I’ve just started playing it. So I’m very excited to finish it
I’m not very far into it don’t have much time to play it but so far I’m absolutely loving it. Really love exploration games and I’m so excited to uncover the mysteries 😄
Now that's what I call a great list. All the games I've already played were summarized beautifully, and every single one i haven't played yet was described with such love and enthusiasm that my Steam wishlist has just expanded a considerable amount
I would maybe put The witness or Inscryption somewhere but i have to say this list has everything and i think most of them range from pretty good to goddamn masterpieces so i have 0 complaints
That flash of Inscyption in the opener suggests he forgot to include it, or more likely, he’s saying “I know it exists, and it’s not making my top 50.” The game has some great moments, but it really bogs down in some places, IMO
when i watch a youtube video i rarely think about how much work it must have been for the creator, but i definitely did with this one. and i really appreciate it.
YESSS MORE OUTER WILDS LOVE!! Seriously nothing ever comes to close to the feeling of playing Outer Wilds and "getting it". Tears, joy, shock. Everything. I also didn't realize how many games I have played on this list, so thank heavens I have good taste. But seriously, anyone that hasn't play Outer Wilds. Play it. If it doesn't click. Put it down for a bit. Watch a spoiler free review of someone gushing about it. Try it again. Life changing game. Great video mate.
Outer Wilds may be my favourite over-all game... Ever. It's just so damn good. Unfortunately, it's a one shot experience. Once you know, well... You know.
Got this video randomly recommended to me, and honestly I agree with this list, and I haven't played Outer Wilds so you got me to purchase it, excited to play it :D
Oh dear god... All of us who have played it are soooooo jealous of you, right now. I would give almost anything to be able to erase my memory and experience it again, for the first time. You are in for one incredible experience, mate.
@@PHIZZI I have just started playing this game last week, and I just got the Eye of the Universe ending. And MY GOD this game is phenomenal! The exploration is so cool, the obstacles to certain locations and how you over come them are both fun and cool af! The quantum mechanics alone are one of my favorites, truely a masterpiece of a game! Now I'm waiting for a sale to buy the DLC and play that too, I hear good stuff about it too!
@@N3K0CloudI’m glad you liked it!! The main game was one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had, and I didn’t think anything would ever top it. A perfect 10. The DLC broke me. I sobbed for a good 10-20 minutes after it was complete. It somehow made a perfect experience even better and more memorable. Good luck on your own adventure through the Echoes of the Eye, and remember to be curious on your journey. *There’s more to explore here*
I've just started Outer Wild with my partner and OMG how is this game an indie game. I savouring every moment. The list is awesome btw, there's a little bit of every style for all gamers out there - I picked my next game, thank you ❤.
These are some of the other great indie games that comes to my mind- i) Hades ii) Inscryption iii) Finding Paradise, Impostor Factory iv) The forgotten City v) Undertale vi) Limbo vii) Little nightmares series
This is an AMAZING list. You hit some of my all time favors (Outer Wilds soundtrack gives me full body chills) and a lot of the games I've been eyeballing for a long time.
I dare anyone to complete To The Moon without shedding a tear. I'm knid of person who's very good at holding his tears but MAN, i couldn't help myself from crying while playing that game. It's such a beautiful yet heartbreaking story. Thanks for including that in the list. Also, it warm my heart to see my favorite little Bug sitting next to a game that many like to refer as Best Experience in gaming.
After having finished outer wilds I had searched for a game that would give me similar vibes. This way I have discovered Twelve Minutes and The Forgotten City. Both based on the premise of the time loop. Especially the second one I found engaging on a emotional and intellectual level similar to Outer Wilds, but it remains strangely unknown and underappreciated.
I got Forgotten City for $2. I am excited to play it very soon. I just finished a game and am still juggling games to decide which I'm playing. I started it and I started Dragon's Dogma. So we will see who wins out lol!
@mattforthelikes you might already know this, but if you don't, the Forgotten City started off as a Skyrim mod. And the mod was so freaking good that a developer decided to make it into its own full blown game. Now that's not something that happens very often lol. I'm happy you got lucky with the 2 dollar deal. That's a steal! Your gonna love it. Anyone else with they could destroy the memory of a game just so they can go through it again brand new? I have so many games I feel that way about!
What a great list! I too play a crazy amount of games. I knew about all of these games and I have played about 90% of them. I don't think you missed anything, but there are a few I would love to add (not in any order as that would be too hard). I would love to know if you played any of these and agree that they are worthy of the list. 1. Gorogoa - this is hands down my favorite puzzle game of all time. Not too long, but such an amazing experience you will never forget it. 2. Chants of Sennaar - puzzle game that focuses on the use and understanding of language. Top notch. 3. Neon White - action parkour. Very unique and fast pace game that is, at heart, actually an action puzzle game. A must play 4. Dave the Diver - some would say this is not an indie game, but it definitely has an indie feel and it is an amazing blend of undersea progressive exploration and sushi bar sim. It sounds weird but it works. 5. Inscryption - Creepy card battler that turns into soooo much more. 6. Bastion - You mentioned Transistor, but I think that the narrative and style of Bastion makes it one of the best from that studio as well. 7. Noita - if you like Terraria, you will also appreciate this game as it is similar, but adds some very interesting environmental; and physical reactions in the world. 8. Monument Valley I and II - these are short and simple puzzle games that rely on Escher like visuals to solve the puzzles 9. Far - this is a beautiful side scrolling story puzzle game that is both fun and stunning 10. Into the Breach - this is a turn based tactics game on small bite sized maps. Elegantly simple yet VERY challenging. 11. Loop Hero - this is a roguelight with an amazing premise and game play loop that is addictive and difficult to describe. It is a fight to cling to reality itself as you populate your loop journey with "cards" that both help and hinder you. An absolute must. 12. Rain World - this is a BRUTAL game of trying to survive in a world that you only learn through death over and over again. If you can handle the unforgiving nature of the game it is VERY worth it. 13. Potion Craft - a relaxing game with with interesting mechanics and a quirky story. There are about 50 or so more but I think I have listed too many already 😀
A great list, and you've given me some games to get in the Winter sale. Another one I love is Unbound:Worlds Apart. Incredibly tough, annoying as hell, yet strangely satisfying.
@@jessica49arrow There are some scares and really tense sections for sure. No cheap jump scares though. I came for the horror and stayed for the science fiction, story and emotions. The story is so good the developers even made a safe mode where you can't get hurt, so non-horror fans gets a chance to experience the game. Makes it at least a little bit less scary.
Outer Wilds fans are so desperate to play it again they'll watch playthroughs just to feel the faintest spark of magic their original playthrough had. I know this because I am one. Here's a couple for Outer Wilds enjoyers. Do NOT watch if you've never played the game. Seriously. Pointcrow: ua-cam.com/video/YN1t1zAWQ_c/v-deo.html SovietWomble: ua-cam.com/video/xdLnsslkcaE/v-deo.html Joseph Anderson: ua-cam.com/video/1QAmJYWbFhQ/v-deo.html Brian David Gilbert: ua-cam.com/video/PNnEMDG6WQI/v-deo.html About Oliver: ua-cam.com/video/Va6Izbo0Evs/v-deo.html
I'll have to go back to Cocoon. I picked up the game based on it's great reviews but I only played about an hour of it. I'll go back and go through the whole game if it's as good as you and everyone else is saying.
Glad to see Journey on here. One of those games that hit me in the emotions in a profound way. I'm almost afraid to recommend it to friends because if they don't like it as much as I do, I feel like they just kicked my dog. Incredibly special place in my heart.
What a list - fond memories and more gems for me to discover. I would definitely add Lost Ember though. If you haven't played it, its a beautiful soothing setting in which you can "become" several different animals with different abilities each, while you follow a fairly slow but enthralling and deeply moving story and the soundtrack is just *chef's kiss*.
I first discovered Outer Wilds during the pandemic and it changed my life not even joking. It’s the first game I recommend to all my friends and I’m so glad I’m seeing it more and more on social media, top 100 lists and so on
Absolutely amazing list ❤. But not including Undertale breaks my heart (bad pun intended). It's a game I absolutely adore for its characters, music, story and gameplay. It's an experience that is really special.
This video is the first of yours I have seen. I just stopped by to say: hi, yes, I'm one of those people who agreed with your list and also has not yet played Outer Wilds. I have had my eyes on it for a long time, but in the midst of all the great games coming out recently, I had almost forgotten about it. Congratulations, mission accomplished: the next time I buy a new game, it will be Outer Wilds.
Absolutely amazing list. Well done for putting it together so well. I knew almost all of them and agree with your list mostly. For me, most notable misses are The Witness and Fez.
While I like to be different when I can, there's no denying that Outer Wilds is probably my favorite game of all time. It's a a testament to its quality that every single UA-camr I've seen make a list like this has it at the number one spot. A truly unforgettable experience.
Bro you can't reference Inscryption at the beginning without putting it on the list i feel extremely betrayed Jokes aside, awesome list, now i have quite a few new entries for my steam wish list.
I have outer wilds but I can’t play it. I never know what to do and it seems very overwhelming. I almost feel forced to play it because of how much I want to play it.
I would say you need not rush it. Its a conenct the dots journey so you're suppose to be lost. Id say your ship log is your best friend. Theres no correct path you!
hollow knight has been my favourite game of all time for almost 4 years now, it means so much to me and i hope that never changes. I'm so honoured that we get to experience these pieces of art
Disco Elysium is one of the best written video games ever an absolutely astounding work of art and one of my favourite games ever tbh this list is amazing and is just a testament to how diverse and special Indie games can be often times they reach heights AAA games could only dream of.
Played a bunch of them, but Spiritfarer and death's Doors ?! This ones will have my heart forever. Added some new ones to my wish list, thank you so much ❤️
By chance (or probably because these are the best and most known ones) the only games I have played from your list are your top 4, which are in their own way excellent games that anyone should play. - Dysco Elysium: The last part of the game I was super anxious not to make decisions that would hurt or disappoint Kim! His is one of the best side characters of any game. So many confusing, funny, and weird things happen in this game! - Hades: I am not that good with roguelike games, but this one was so great for me. The game systems, the story, the set up, everything is so good! - Hollow knight: To be honest, this is my least favorite from the 4, but only because I found some bosses to be incredible difficult. I got frustrated many times with some of them. However, the rest is just amazing. - Outer wilds: When I opened your video I was extremely sure that this would be in the top. However, checking the chapters of the video I didnt see it. I just thought wft is happening to this dude, he knows nothing.. but then, I heard the banjo! Best indie game ever. The soundtrack still gives me goose bumps. I never played a game so satisfying, full of mystery and that made me feel so many emotions. Amazing list!
i spoiled myself to outer wilds by watching someone play it, and now i must endlessly find new playthroughs just to get that vicarious satisfaction of a first time experience
Couldn't agree with Nr. 1 more. I couldn't believe how good Outer Wilds was, when I was playing it and now I wish I could erase my memory of it to experience it once again.
As somebody who’s very picky about what takes up the precious Gbs of my hard drive I’m very upset that I can never experience superliminal for the first time ever again. Truly one of my favorite video game experiences ever, so much so that I willingly sat and watched my cousin play the entire game by himself while giving him no hints, which is wild considering my short attention span. Watching over somebody’s shoulder as they play a single player game is one of the last things I’d ever enjoy doing but I enjoyed seeing him experience it in the way I did for the first time. Such a great game
If you like puzzle games you can try Void Stranger, it is somewhat of a knowledge based game like Outer Wilds, and when you think it is over it is just starting
Very nice video. Thank you for sharing your list! I’d recommend Katana Zero and the Rusty Lake series too, I think they worth places in top 50 (at least in mine).
Outer wilds added a new tier on top of my favorite games ever. Its just outer wilds. The game is phenomenal, and anyone who can enjoy it like we can is blessed to experience a once in a lifetime experience
Man this video is the ACTUAL journey. I'm so happy you shared this list, there are a LOT of games that are very interesting! I also liked the fact that you chose footages from late game that only a person who played the game would get, while who didn't play the game won't get spoilers. I agree with all what you said about the game I already played and I want to say congrats for your storytelling skills, I just loved it and listened also games that I wasn't interested about 😅 You gave me a lot of good ideas for games that I can play on my channel, which is focused on indie games (even if still a tiny channel!) so this is like a gold mine to me. Thank you so much for this fantastic video. You got a sub and I'll keep following you in the future ❤
@IndieGamingRoguelikes glad you enjoyed! A lot of the footage is from trailers to mostly avoid spoilers and also its hard to keep footage from so long ago
I loved To the Moon, although it clearly looks like it was made in RPG maker, it still delivers an interesting and sad happy story. Great ending, so glad I got to experience it.
Here to add in some of my personal favourites: (You already got a lot of mine so I’m gonna add some I think deserve recognition) 1. A short hike 2. Road 96 3. Unravel 1&2 4. Kena bridge of spirits 5. Abzu
I feel the same toward Outer Wilds. It's not just a game, it's closer to spiritual experience. Never a video game resonated with me on such level and I have hard time imagining what could repeat that. I recommend this game to any person I meet if we talk about video games.
I got to number 2 and I was like, what could possibly be above Hollow Knight? Then literally cheered in my seat when it was Outer Wilds. God I love that game. It, and its DLC, will stick with me forever.
You're really good bro. I enjoy your little clever monologues as you explain these titles and most importantly you make me interested in the games. You have a new subscriber
As a diver, I can fire up Subnautica, take that first dive off the lifeboat, and (almost) feel like the game is no longer a game. Also, you have easily earnt a sub (pardon the pun) with that hill you died on called SOMA!
Played Outer Wilds because of this video. Thank you for introducing me to one of the best games I’ve played (if not the best) in terms of can’t stop thinking about it. But also damn you because nothing else hits the same and now I’m watching play through to try and relive it haha.
That was a really good list, it actually got me to put a few of these games on my wishlist, and also I was really happy to see my two favorite indie games, Cuphead and Hades, so high up.
Thanks for pointing me to outer wilds! It has been an amazing experience and it worked exactly as you proposed. I agreed with the greatness of the other games and hence gave it a go :) .
@@PHIZZI it’s unlike anything else you’ve played, but also somehow an homage to 1980s text adventures. It’s a game inside of a game, but the horror starts spilling over into the “real” world
This took an age to make...
So, what'd I miss?
I think Stray should’ve been there
Fez, definitely Braid, and arguably Limbo and VVVVVV as runner ups. (Although with Inside already on the list you've already got one from Playdead... but I guess you've also got two from Supergiant Games so whatever.) OH! Gunpoint is fucking amazing. Like, stealth cybernoir grasshopper action; (you aren't actually a grasshopper, but your legs are augmented such that you move like one.)
Outer Wilds definitely hands down is like, if a person could only play one video game ever that's the one they should play, so I agree with that for first place. However! If you're a physics nerd like me and 90% of the reason you keep compulsively booting up the game is just to fly around in a reasonable simulation of classical Newtonian physics in a space sim, (rather than constantly getting airplane controls in space,) then you should 100% check out Void Destroyer.
It's hard to describe what kind of game Void Destoyer is, because it does SOOOO many things that it's kind of hard to keep it all straight. It's like a space RTS with both resources collection and fleet management aspects, that you can play almost like a turn based game, in parts, because you can slow down time extensively, but it never really stops, and you need to run it on real time for any of the action to happen, and you can also inhabit any single ship in your fleet and play battles like a fighter sim or a whole on multistation battleship sim. And it's all made by like, one dude.
And if you're me all you ever do is boot up the tutorial to enjoy full six-axis movement from in a flight game for once. (Years later I would pay Descent for the first time. The momentum management in VD is more realistic, but I still don't know why we don't see more space shooters that work like they should in real life. I want to literally strafe targets while flying sideways, and I hate that most games don't let me do that. But I digress.)
Anyway, it's really good, but probably appeals to like, 0.2% of the population, at most, so I don't actually blame you if you never end up playing it.
@@RamadaArtist I may... have to have a look
@@ImUrZaddy I did like Stray.
hyper light drifter should have definetly made the list, same for the messanger
Outer Wilds is one of the most perfect gaming experiences of my entire 44 years on this planet. Words cannot simply describe what a masterpiece it is. You HAVE to experience it. Seriously, if you're a gamer, you NEED to drop everything and experience it. Go in blind, and only look up clues if you're absolutely stumped. It's a game that will have you sitting through the entire credits, and even after the game is finished. Just sitting there thinking about what it all means, and how pertinent it is to our lives, and our universe. GO PLAY IT NOW.
I agree with this
100%
I still have to catch up.
There is also a VR mod.
So the recommendations weren't exaggerated after all.
People, take this advice. Don't get it confused with Outer Worlds. The names are similar so be careful if your not familiar with these games. But Outer Worlds is just a regular ass game. Outer Wilds is one of my favorite gaming experiences I've ever had. And I have been a gamer since NES. I've had every major console from Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo ever made (aside from the newest XBoxs. Turns out I'm a PC gamer at heart and all the Xbox exclusives are on PC and my rig is quite a bit more powerful than any xbox console, including probably the next one they come out with in a few years).
I have 1,760 games on Steam. I could have purchased a baddass car with the amount of money I've spent on gaming. (Sad and proud at the same time). But if I had to pick 10 games to take with me from my list to a deserted island, Outer Worlds would definitely be on my list. And I've already gone through the dang game. It's just a masterpiece of art. I wouldn't be surprised if it turns out that the devs are actually advanced aliens that understand art better than us. It's just that good.
I could not hold my tears when I finished the game and didnt even know how to explain why I was crying
There is only 1 game that still effects me emotionally when I hear its music, see a screen grab, or anyone mention the name. Outer Wilds is completely profound and perfect.
Ahh. My love
For me, Metro Exodus is the game which does that to me
To the moon did that for me, you should try it if you haven't. I cried so many times.
The DLC for Outer Wilds is brilliant too!
I agree 100% with everyone on this reply thread, OUTER WILDS + it’s DLC brilliant.
METRO: EXODUS was like S.TA.L.K.E.R. remade into a perfect METRO game. Loved it. Need more like it.
Entering City of Tears for the first time in Hollow Knight, and the quest of the Moki family in Ori and the Will of the Wisps are two of the most emotional moments I've ever experienced in any game.
Sitting at the bench with Quirrel int the City of Tears is a core gaming memory
I remember my mouth dropping wide open when I experienced that moki scene for the first time lol.
you clearly haven't played little nightmares
@Evoke-Chaos are you referring to that one gnome feasting scene?
@@MrBigtoe6000 yes
I lost my mom a few years ago and within a year my stepdad passed as well. I was a wreck but eventually got back into the rhythm of a normal life. But I absolutely hadn’t dealt with it fully. I grabbed Gris and Spiritfarer as they were both recommended to me by a close friend, who probably knew I needed to play them. I can tell you that those 2 games helped me more than a lot of forms therapy ever did. I don’t know if it was the timing or the games themselves but Spiritfarer especially broke me. Maybe it was because it wasn’t expected as I didn’t know much about them beforehand or maybe because the games made the subject objective and approachable, I don’t fully know. But those 2 games did so much to help me see their losses in a new way that was much more positive and be able to accept and cope with their absences. I’ll forever be grateful for the developers of those 2 games for beautifully bringing to life a really tough process.
Sometimes the timing of when you play a game is huge.
I had a friend that liat his mother and played Outer Wilds not long after. Life changing for him
I have been using UA-cam since 2008 but i dont recall replying to any comments, however, your comment somehow touched my heart. I just wanna say that i wish you the best and it saddens me that this happens to many ppl but in islam i was taught that God is more merciful towards people than their mothers. So I believe you will be fine ❤
@@YareyMoky I wanted to genuinely thank you for your comment means a lot to me. It’s very comforting, I love the thought of that ❤️
@@SwedePotato314 ❤️❤️
Dude, mad respect. Often times, people don't realize how difficult it is to write a script for videos of this nature without using the same words/phrases over and over again. The are only so many adjectives/metaphors to pull from in the English language, particular gaming centric ones. Yet you managed to use the vast majority of them in a creative way that meshed perfectly with the context of said game... all while remaining coherent and not forced.
I'm struggling with properly saying what I mean, but I think/hope it's getting across.
Regardless, you've earned a sub from me based on this video alone 🏅 (first one... haven't seen any of the others, but I will)
Again, mad respect. You're a master at your craft.
Alright you convinced me. I'll finally pick up Outer Wilds. This game keeps popping up everywhere. Phenomenal video by the way. Subbed
Cheers!
Keep me updated how OW goes!!
You will not regret it. It's worth more than the price of admission. It's a god damn masterpiece.
Your in for a treat. Unfortunately after you've played it everything else seems a bit limited.
@austinbeige that's how I've felt since playing witcher 3, I can't help buy compare every game I play with the feeling I had when playing that. Everything seems to fall short
Come back and tell us what you thought. We love to hear it
I love that basically all you have to say about Getting Over It is that it's designed to piss people off and that it's one of the games you've ever *completed.* I feel like the fact that you said "completed" instead of "played" was very low-key deliberate.
YEP. It was a test to stay with that paid off in the end
ROCK AND STONE
I was waiting for it. Rock and stone o7
Rock and Stone to the bone!
If you don’t rock and stone you ain’t going home
We're rich!
DID I HEAR A ROCK AND STONE?!
Currently on my 3rd playthrough of Lies of P, and it's amazing. I can't believe such a huge and full game came from such a company/group of devs.
I had so much fun on it. Totally unexpected
For me 2 playthrough were enough. I feel I know every corner of the game already and got and upgrated all the weapons and most achievements. Its a really good game which I could not put down. But now Im ready to move on... untill sequel or dlc lol
I've only got one thing to add to this genuinely amazing list of games. Brutal orchestra. It's just too great to be true and it has great roguelike strategy mechanics and a lovely story to it. That's without mentioning the unspeakable horrors you'll see at every corner of the game too.
This was so well done. It's always a treat when you see a video like this come out from a channel with less than 10k subs. Keep it up man
cheers! that means a lot
Spiritfarer is one of the most emotional and healing games I've ever played. It's amazing how well the devs handled serious topics like depression, abuse, cancer and ultimately death in such a wholesome but also soul shattering way. Ez 10/10 Game
Absolutely amazed that you mentioned transistor. You could just stop playing it just to sit and listen to that game. Great list overall.
Supergiant make GAMES
The outer wilds has flown relatively under my radar but now it’s like all over the place and I’ve just started playing it. So I’m very excited to finish it
What are your thoughts on it, mate?
I’m not very far into it don’t have much time to play it but so far I’m absolutely loving it. Really love exploration games and I’m so excited to uncover the mysteries 😄
@@CommonThiefZA that’s great! Oh, I’d LOVE to experience it again, so lucky you ::)
Now that's what I call a great list. All the games I've already played were summarized beautifully, and every single one i haven't played yet was described with such love and enthusiasm that my Steam wishlist has just expanded a considerable amount
Im sorry for you wallet
I would maybe put The witness or Inscryption somewhere but i have to say this list has everything and i think most of them range from pretty good to goddamn masterpieces so i have 0 complaints
That flash of Inscyption in the opener suggests he forgot to include it, or more likely, he’s saying “I know it exists, and it’s not making my top 50.” The game has some great moments, but it really bogs down in some places, IMO
Not only is this list so damn good, the whole script is written so marvelously it's like music to my ears ❤
SOMA is a game I don't hear much about these days, so I'm glad to see it high up on your list. It's my "outer wilds".
when i watch a youtube video i rarely think about how much work it must have been for the creator, but i definitely did with this one. and i really appreciate it.
YESSS MORE OUTER WILDS LOVE!! Seriously nothing ever comes to close to the feeling of playing Outer Wilds and "getting it". Tears, joy, shock. Everything.
I also didn't realize how many games I have played on this list, so thank heavens I have good taste.
But seriously, anyone that hasn't play Outer Wilds. Play it. If it doesn't click. Put it down for a bit. Watch a spoiler free review of someone gushing about it. Try it again. Life changing game.
Great video mate.
Cheers Chivvs!
Getting to the end out outer wilds was truly something
Outer Wilds may be my favourite over-all game... Ever. It's just so damn good. Unfortunately, it's a one shot experience. Once you know, well... You know.
Disco elysium is a masterpiece, the amount of fun i had with the bizarre moments of that game is unmatched
Got this video randomly recommended to me, and honestly I agree with this list, and I haven't played Outer Wilds so you got me to purchase it, excited to play it :D
Oh, please keep me updated
OH ITS REALLY GOOD
Oh dear god... All of us who have played it are soooooo jealous of you, right now. I would give almost anything to be able to erase my memory and experience it again, for the first time. You are in for one incredible experience, mate.
@@PHIZZI I have just started playing this game last week, and I just got the Eye of the Universe ending. And MY GOD this game is phenomenal!
The exploration is so cool, the obstacles to certain locations and how you over come them are both fun and cool af!
The quantum mechanics alone are one of my favorites, truely a masterpiece of a game!
Now I'm waiting for a sale to buy the DLC and play that too, I hear good stuff about it too!
@@N3K0CloudI’m glad you liked it!! The main game was one of the best gaming experiences I’ve ever had, and I didn’t think anything would ever top it. A perfect 10.
The DLC broke me. I sobbed for a good 10-20 minutes after it was complete. It somehow made a perfect experience even better and more memorable. Good luck on your own adventure through the Echoes of the Eye, and remember to be curious on your journey.
*There’s more to explore here*
to the moon is probably my favorite story in any game. fell in love after playing it completely blind one day.
I've just started Outer Wild with my partner and OMG how is this game an indie game. I savouring every moment.
The list is awesome btw, there's a little bit of every style for all gamers out there - I picked my next game, thank you ❤.
These are some of the other great indie games that comes to my mind-
i) Hades
ii) Inscryption
iii) Finding Paradise, Impostor Factory
iv) The forgotten City
v) Undertale
vi) Limbo
vii) Little nightmares series
This is an AMAZING list. You hit some of my all time favors (Outer Wilds soundtrack gives me full body chills) and a lot of the games I've been eyeballing for a long time.
I dare anyone to complete To The Moon without shedding a tear. I'm knid of person who's very good at holding his tears but MAN, i couldn't help myself from crying while playing that game. It's such a beautiful yet heartbreaking story. Thanks for including that in the list. Also, it warm my heart to see my favorite little Bug sitting next to a game that many like to refer as Best Experience in gaming.
Damn, no Shovel Knight or Undertale breaks my heart, but Outer Wilds and Hollow Knight at the top help make up for it.
After having finished outer wilds I had searched for a game that would give me similar vibes. This way I have discovered Twelve Minutes and The Forgotten City. Both based on the premise of the time loop. Especially the second one I found engaging on a emotional and intellectual level similar to Outer Wilds, but it remains strangely unknown and underappreciated.
I need to check out the forgotten city. 12 minutes was... okay
Twelve minutes is fun. The Forgotten City is amazing.
I got Forgotten City for $2. I am excited to play it very soon. I just finished a game and am still juggling games to decide which I'm playing. I started it and I started Dragon's Dogma. So we will see who wins out lol!
@mattforthelikes you might already know this, but if you don't, the Forgotten City started off as a Skyrim mod. And the mod was so freaking good that a developer decided to make it into its own full blown game. Now that's not something that happens very often lol. I'm happy you got lucky with the 2 dollar deal. That's a steal! Your gonna love it.
Anyone else with they could destroy the memory of a game just so they can go through it again brand new? I have so many games I feel that way about!
A lot of good games go right over the radar. I have 12 minutes in my library and been meaning to go through it. Maybe I'll tackle it this weekend.
What a great list! I too play a crazy amount of games. I knew about all of these games and I have played about 90% of them. I don't think you missed anything, but there are a few I would love to add (not in any order as that would be too hard). I would love to know if you played any of these and agree that they are worthy of the list.
1. Gorogoa - this is hands down my favorite puzzle game of all time. Not too long, but such an amazing experience you will never forget it.
2. Chants of Sennaar - puzzle game that focuses on the use and understanding of language. Top notch.
3. Neon White - action parkour. Very unique and fast pace game that is, at heart, actually an action puzzle game. A must play
4. Dave the Diver - some would say this is not an indie game, but it definitely has an indie feel and it is an amazing blend of undersea progressive exploration and sushi bar sim. It sounds weird but it works.
5. Inscryption - Creepy card battler that turns into soooo much more.
6. Bastion - You mentioned Transistor, but I think that the narrative and style of Bastion makes it one of the best from that studio as well.
7. Noita - if you like Terraria, you will also appreciate this game as it is similar, but adds some very interesting environmental; and physical reactions in the world.
8. Monument Valley I and II - these are short and simple puzzle games that rely on Escher like visuals to solve the puzzles
9. Far - this is a beautiful side scrolling story puzzle game that is both fun and stunning
10. Into the Breach - this is a turn based tactics game on small bite sized maps. Elegantly simple yet VERY challenging.
11. Loop Hero - this is a roguelight with an amazing premise and game play loop that is addictive and difficult to describe. It is a fight to cling to reality itself as you populate your loop journey with "cards" that both help and hinder you. An absolute must.
12. Rain World - this is a BRUTAL game of trying to survive in a world that you only learn through death over and over again. If you can handle the unforgiving nature of the game it is VERY worth it.
13. Potion Craft - a relaxing game with with interesting mechanics and a quirky story.
There are about 50 or so more but I think I have listed too many already 😀
Ive playedf a lot of those too!
I'd certainly say DtD isn't an indie
Inscryption was meant to be in there
Chants of Senaar is great!
Chants of Sennaar is sooooo good
Firewatch is one of the few games that still gives me explosive diarrhea every time I replay it.
Great video!
You may have a Firewatch allergy!
A great list, and you've given me some games to get in the Winter sale. Another one I love is Unbound:Worlds Apart. Incredibly tough, annoying as hell, yet strangely satisfying.
Let me know what you end up playing id love to hear!
Soma is a masterpiece! So glad you mentioned it. Waiting for it to become a movie or a mini-series... or a sequel.
Are there jumpscares
@@jessica49arrow There are some scares and really tense sections for sure. No cheap jump scares though.
I came for the horror and stayed for the science fiction, story and emotions.
The story is so good the developers even made a safe mode where you can't get hurt, so non-horror fans gets a chance to experience the game. Makes it at least a little bit less scary.
Outer Wilds fans are so desperate to play it again they'll watch playthroughs just to feel the faintest spark of magic their original playthrough had. I know this because I am one.
Here's a couple for Outer Wilds enjoyers. Do NOT watch if you've never played the game. Seriously.
Pointcrow: ua-cam.com/video/YN1t1zAWQ_c/v-deo.html
SovietWomble: ua-cam.com/video/xdLnsslkcaE/v-deo.html
Joseph Anderson: ua-cam.com/video/1QAmJYWbFhQ/v-deo.html
Brian David Gilbert: ua-cam.com/video/PNnEMDG6WQI/v-deo.html
About Oliver: ua-cam.com/video/Va6Izbo0Evs/v-deo.html
Brilliant thank you
What Remains of Edith Finch game will always be in my heart
cocoon broke my mind, how this game can be so powerful, beautiful and so memorable ?! one of the best puzzle games EVER i mean EVER
I was overthinking at the end... when it was inside it and inside that, if you lnow what I mean without spoilers.
Check out Obra Dinn if you havent!
I'll have to go back to Cocoon. I picked up the game based on it's great reviews but I only played about an hour of it. I'll go back and go through the whole game if it's as good as you and everyone else is saying.
excellent list! well-curated and well-presented.
i would only add Gorogoa and Into the Breach, both among my all-time favorites.
Great list! Disco Elysium, Outer Wilds and Life is Strange are my favourite games. I would also recommend Undertale and The Forgotten City.
Glad to see Journey on here. One of those games that hit me in the emotions in a profound way. I'm almost afraid to recommend it to friends because if they don't like it as much as I do, I feel like they just kicked my dog. Incredibly special place in my heart.
at the end of the day, its about what you love!
What a list - fond memories and more gems for me to discover. I would definitely add Lost Ember though. If you haven't played it, its a beautiful soothing setting in which you can "become" several different animals with different abilities each, while you follow a fairly slow but enthralling and deeply moving story and the soundtrack is just *chef's kiss*.
I'll check it out!
Amazing video, you don’t only describe the games but also share with us what they made you feel/experience. Subscribed! PS. You should play Darkwood.
I first discovered Outer Wilds during the pandemic and it changed my life not even joking. It’s the first game I recommend to all my friends and I’m so glad I’m seeing it more and more on social media, top 100 lists and so on
Firewatch was my pick of the bunch, really grasps you to the story and nakes you want more of this simplistic world.
Absolutely amazing list ❤. But not including Undertale breaks my heart (bad pun intended). It's a game I absolutely adore for its characters, music, story and gameplay. It's an experience that is really special.
0:06 Seeing Leshy 6 seconds in, I already know I can trust this Indie Game list recommendations
This video is the first of yours I have seen. I just stopped by to say: hi, yes, I'm one of those people who agreed with your list and also has not yet played Outer Wilds.
I have had my eyes on it for a long time, but in the midst of all the great games coming out recently, I had almost forgotten about it. Congratulations, mission accomplished: the next time I buy a new game, it will be Outer Wilds.
Take your time with it!
@@PHIZZI I definitely will! Thank you for the great video ☺️
Absolutely amazing list. Well done for putting it together so well. I knew almost all of them and agree with your list mostly.
For me, most notable misses are The Witness and Fez.
Outer Wilds, Hollow Knight, and Subnautica are all incredible. Your video makes me want to explore games!
Banjos make me sob like a baby now, and I got so emotional when I played Outer Wilds
Nice Narration, exciting voice. And brother, you definitely know your stuff.
I'm just sad you can't make more videos.
Keep up the good stuff. ❤
I can make more videos- slowly
While I like to be different when I can, there's no denying that Outer Wilds is probably my favorite game of all time. It's a a testament to its quality that every single UA-camr I've seen make a list like this has it at the number one spot. A truly unforgettable experience.
Putting little nightmares at 44 is a crime
Thanks for the "Return of the Obra Dinn" recommendation 31:16! Now it's my favorite game of all time :)
Bro you can't reference Inscryption at the beginning without putting it on the list i feel extremely betrayed
Jokes aside, awesome list, now i have quite a few new entries for my steam wish list.
It was in the intro because it got cut by an editing mistake and I couldnt not include it somehow
Finally a good list of games that doesn't repeat the same games
This list is just what I was looking for. Keep up the good work!
Glad I could help!
He forgot THE indie game that got lots of 10’s and was included in many best games of all time lists, Spelunky 1 & 2….
FTL is my favourite indie game of all time. Very simple, but absurdly fun.
Undertale ? Stardew valley ?
Rain world?🥺
@@ToffeeTuffagreed, we need the slug of cats here (and the 300 hour pain to learn how to kill a pink lizard)
Undertale wasn't my cuppa tea
limbo
kingdom: new lands
I have outer wilds but I can’t play it. I never know what to do and it seems very overwhelming. I almost feel forced to play it because of how much I want to play it.
I would say you need not rush it. Its a conenct the dots journey so you're suppose to be lost. Id say your ship log is your best friend. Theres no correct path you!
no shot did my guy actually (rightfully) put outer wilds as the number one game. that game was MASSIVELY slept on
Is it? I thought everyone was hot on it
undertale and omori are both masterpieces in different ways, they definitely make the top 50 for me
hollow knight has been my favourite game of all time for almost 4 years now, it means so much to me and i hope that never changes. I'm so honoured that we get to experience these pieces of art
I love how getting over it's genre is just...torture. That's great
Disco Elysium is one of the best written video games ever an absolutely astounding work of art and one of my favourite games ever tbh this list is amazing and is just a testament to how diverse and special Indie games can be often times they reach heights AAA games could only dream of.
Played a bunch of them, but Spiritfarer and death's Doors ?! This ones will have my heart forever. Added some new ones to my wish list, thank you so much ❤️
Finally someone mentioned spiritfarer, it's such a underrated masterpiece
I’ve watched many lists about indie games on UA-cam (many many many lists)
This is by far the best video on indie games. Period.
37:20 Still thinking of giving myself a tattoo that will refer to this legendary masterpiece
Same. Wondering how well the eye of the universe would hold up with all the intricate line work.
By chance (or probably because these are the best and most known ones) the only games I have played from your list are your top 4, which are in their own way excellent games that anyone should play.
- Dysco Elysium: The last part of the game I was super anxious not to make decisions that would hurt or disappoint Kim! His is one of the best side characters of any game. So many confusing, funny, and weird things happen in this game!
- Hades: I am not that good with roguelike games, but this one was so great for me. The game systems, the story, the set up, everything is so good!
- Hollow knight: To be honest, this is my least favorite from the 4, but only because I found some bosses to be incredible difficult. I got frustrated many times with some of them. However, the rest is just amazing.
- Outer wilds: When I opened your video I was extremely sure that this would be in the top. However, checking the chapters of the video I didnt see it. I just thought wft is happening to this dude, he knows nothing.. but then, I heard the banjo! Best indie game ever. The soundtrack still gives me goose bumps. I never played a game so satisfying, full of mystery and that made me feel so many emotions.
Amazing list!
Amazing video, with each game tagged in timelapse . Excelent
i spoiled myself to outer wilds by watching someone play it, and now i must endlessly find new playthroughs just to get that vicarious satisfaction of a first time experience
Couldn't agree with Nr. 1 more. I couldn't believe how good Outer Wilds was, when I was playing it and now I wish I could erase my memory of it to experience it once again.
As somebody who’s very picky about what takes up the precious Gbs of my hard drive I’m very upset that I can never experience superliminal for the first time ever again. Truly one of my favorite video game experiences ever, so much so that I willingly sat and watched my cousin play the entire game by himself while giving him no hints, which is wild considering my short attention span. Watching over somebody’s shoulder as they play a single player game is one of the last things I’d ever enjoy doing but I enjoyed seeing him experience it in the way I did for the first time. Such a great game
I reccomend Crown Jewelz for a puzzle adventure and urban Lockdown if interested in beat em ups
The lack of Inscryption is mindboggling, apart from that, great list! Will try a bunch of them!
Also, Outer Wilds is king :)
Your writing, taste and commentary is aces. Subbed!
If you like puzzle games you can try Void Stranger, it is somewhat of a knowledge based game like Outer Wilds, and when you think it is over it is just starting
MAKE ANOTHER ONE!!! great video though phizzi great taste, keep it up!❤
Very nice video. Thank you for sharing your list! I’d recommend Katana Zero and the Rusty Lake series too, I think they worth places in top 50 (at least in mine).
Outer wilds added a new tier on top of my favorite games ever. Its just outer wilds. The game is phenomenal, and anyone who can enjoy it like we can is blessed to experience a once in a lifetime experience
Outer Wilds makes my complete lack of memory all worthwhile. Can't wait to forget everything and play it all over again
Man this video is the ACTUAL journey. I'm so happy you shared this list, there are a LOT of games that are very interesting! I also liked the fact that you chose footages from late game that only a person who played the game would get, while who didn't play the game won't get spoilers.
I agree with all what you said about the game I already played and I want to say congrats for your storytelling skills, I just loved it and listened also games that I wasn't interested about 😅
You gave me a lot of good ideas for games that I can play on my channel, which is focused on indie games (even if still a tiny channel!) so this is like a gold mine to me.
Thank you so much for this fantastic video. You got a sub and I'll keep following you in the future ❤
@IndieGamingRoguelikes glad you enjoyed!
A lot of the footage is from trailers to mostly avoid spoilers and also its hard to keep footage from so long ago
@@PHIZZI that's fair, 50 games are a lot. Thanks again, can't wait to try some of these!
I loved To the Moon, although it clearly looks like it was made in RPG maker, it still delivers an interesting and sad happy story. Great ending, so glad I got to experience it.
This is an unfathomably high quality video. Amazing work.
Wow, thank you
Dredge is so good. “Relaxing and scary” is a perfect way to describe it.
Oh yes. And I can't wait for the Dredge/Dave the Diver mashup coming out!
@@derricktiffin Same, dude.
I'm currently playing dredge. On the best games of 2023. Love the Vibe.
Here to add in some of my personal favourites:
(You already got a lot of mine so I’m gonna add some I think deserve recognition)
1. A short hike
2. Road 96
3. Unravel 1&2
4. Kena bridge of spirits
5. Abzu
I feel the same toward Outer Wilds. It's not just a game, it's closer to spiritual experience. Never a video game resonated with me on such level and I have hard time imagining what could repeat that. I recommend this game to any person I meet if we talk about video games.
I got to number 2 and I was like, what could possibly be above Hollow Knight? Then literally cheered in my seat when it was Outer Wilds. God I love that game. It, and its DLC, will stick with me forever.
You're really good bro. I enjoy your little clever monologues as you explain these titles and most importantly you make me interested in the games. You have a new subscriber
As a diver, I can fire up Subnautica, take that first dive off the lifeboat, and (almost) feel like the game is no longer a game. Also, you have easily earnt a sub (pardon the pun) with that hill you died on called SOMA!
Played Outer Wilds because of this video. Thank you for introducing me to one of the best games I’ve played (if not the best) in terms of can’t stop thinking about it. But also damn you because nothing else hits the same and now I’m watching play through to try and relive it haha.
The curse... you can only play it once. (do the dlc if you havent!)
Phizz : top 50 indie games
UA-cam : dont starve together
I'm so proud of myself
WELL, it was in there!
My top 5 so far are
1. Cuphead
2. Celeste
3. Minecraft(yes I count this)
4. ULTRAKILL
5. Hades
Great list, and totally agree on Outer Wilds. I would love to completely forget it to experience it again.
That's a solid set of Indies. Fully agree with the choices!
Good to mention: To The Moon has multiple sequels (all of them incredible)!
That was a really good list, it actually got me to put a few of these games on my wishlist, and also I was really happy to see my two favorite indie games, Cuphead and Hades, so high up.
Thanks for pointing me to outer wilds! It has been an amazing experience and it worked exactly as you proposed. I agreed with the greatness of the other games and hence gave it a go :) .
Stories untold? The fact that a text adventure game can be so scary is just brilliant.
Not familiar with it!
@@PHIZZIGET familiar with it man! It’s superb.
will do!@@simonmellor4267
@@PHIZZI it’s unlike anything else you’ve played, but also somehow an homage to 1980s text adventures. It’s a game inside of a game, but the horror starts spilling over into the “real” world
Yes!!! you should try "Observation" from the same studio. Amazing concept!