Best Indie Games on Xbox Game Pass: Hidden Gems You Need to Play

Xbox Game Pass, a subscription service, is a haven for gamers that enjoy a whole world of games!

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The selection is truly massive and there are games that fit every gamer's style. You get those amazing, AAA titles, with those new game releases. What's even more fantastic are all of the gems in Xbox Game Pass' collection.

You have so many cool indie games to choose from. All with super awesome storylines and fun ways to experience different genres!

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Ten Indie Games Worth Playing:

We are going to go through some incredible titles! The best thing is that with Xbox Game Pass you will have a chance to play hundreds of games, from relaxing games to adrenaline-fueled games!

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Astroneer: An Indie Game

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If you are a fan of No Man's Sky, you're going to love this awesome game. In Astroneer (developed by System Era Softworks). You get the experience of playing as an adventurer in the 25th Century as a true space explorer, looking for discoveries and traveling across galaxies. What's truly amazing? Astroneer lets you roam and travel with tons of creative freedom. This includes base building, making awesome cars that take you across space!

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Arcade Paradise

Who doesn't like some cool arcade games. But what if you could build a really great arcade! That's what Arcade Paradise lets you do and it's a unique idea created by Nosebleed Interactive. The whole goal of Arcade Paradise is that you get to build an arcade, with machines and rooms for every arcade gamer, using hard earned cash. Players can take control and play these cool retro games! This indie gem is a great blend of running a business while having an opportunity to get your own fix! The best part? Arcade Paradise offers 35 arcade games in one massive adventure and even includes games that let you race, mine, and play many more.

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Deep Rock Galactic:

Deep Rock Galactic has everything a gamer loves in one title!

It's a big cooperative game that takes four dwarves who go on missions to mine for a valuable source!

There's so much action going on in this crazy adventure developed by Ghost Ship Games!

There's this crazy array of guns for all four of the dwarves.
If you're ready for some awesome action with miniguns or grappling hooks to navigate deep inside caves. Get ready, because these enemies come at you from all angles and bring the heat!
With a big bonus: Deep Rock Galactic is incredibly immersive with tons of cool achievements to uncover! It gives you this super, incredible experience that you won't soon forget about!

Moonlighter

Moonlighter gives players this cool twist and you can really live this fantastical adventure in Digital Sun's RPG!

It has a crazy roguelike system. Meaning each time you go into a dungeon it's totally different!
These dungeons are awesome because it takes a player into this whole adventure where they've got to explore and fight to gather new loot for a treasure, and even fight against monsters!

For anyone who isn't a fan of all that, don't worry! The game has this super chill, cool shopkeeping element that blends so well. There is no shortage of awesome fun and the best thing? There is a mix of these incredible genres! The "Moonlighter" will bring together those who enjoy classic, hardcore games along with the more easygoing Gaming world.

My Time At Portia

It is known for its amazing atmosphere, which helps it really capture the heart of those who love some relaxation.

My Time at Portia is truly a great game (from Pathea Games). This relaxing farm sim will immerse players in an environment where it seems like nothing could go wrong. A "post-apocalyptic" town, is set in the heart of the story, with players helping people and putting everything back to order.

Players will make their home by restoring an old workshop
They'll get to mine all sorts of rare gems and materials.
The best part? You even get to grow crops!.
They can make a truly exciting, wholesome farm! It's all part of this fantastic indie gem.

Powerwash Simulator

Looking to clean some amazing areas. With all of this power washing action.

The developers of FuturLab made one of the most interesting games: Powerwash Simulator, offering the chance for players to let go and have an epic time! With a super cool collection of things to clean! This includes:

The small, fun vehicles.
Those big, amazing buildings.

It truly gives players a calming, therapeutic experience.

Dead Cells

If you're into the big world of "roguelikes," then the game Dead Cells, is the perfect title for you!

This "Metroidvania" styled game gives you a great mix of action-packed adventures. Motion Twin, a great studio built a game full of adventures as players go through castles. You will encounter powerful keepers in every space.

Here are some things that make it so awesome! Dead Cells brings these unique features.

This hardcore game, doesn't just allow you to keep getting those epic, intense fights
Players gain new items and abilities and there is never an easy way to win
With such a harsh system of play. Each run gets even better. There's plenty of opportunities to really power up your skills, your abilities, and your character. And in the end you may just find Dead Cells to be one of those gems that keeps you playing for hours and hours!

All fans will be eager to continue this game and if it is still not satisfying enough to make the most of this amazing indie, there is a great story behind Dead Cells, so you can truly experience what makes this such an incredible experience!

Sea of Stars

Get a blast of the past in Sea of Stars (by Sabotage)! A super compelling RPG! The storyline is one of a kind, it follows two magical individuals and they've got amazing "Solstice powers! One's sun, the other's moon. It sounds like a crazy and wonderful adventure as players delve into these characters and they must find a way to fight against a dark, mysterious alchemist known as The Fleshmancer!

The whole feel is retro!

Players can also dive deep into turn-based combat! It's so intense that it brings out all your skills.
It is the type of game that takes the experience and combines these classic ideas and blends them into a super fun and challenging experience.
And to add an extra challenge Sea of Stars does something incredibly impressive, that removes some common, problematic aspects like random encounters that really bring down a good game! Fans also get the ability to level up in a way that is truly rewarding, giving the game that extra sense of accomplishment.

Slay The Spire

Those who love deckbuilders. It appears "Slay the Spire" has that element which makes it one of the most addictive. There is an excellent balance to this indie game. What makes this game so good? The combination of "roguelike" and card mechanics and truly an epic story created by Mega Crit.

You get an amazing ability to play these decks of cards.
With an amazing amount of possibilities as players can choose hundreds of different cards. Each new run becomes its own, unique experience!

Tunic

If you love adventure games, then get ready to be enchanted!

The game Tunic (from Andrew Shouldice) is the ultimate journey of a "fox", looking to uncover this really epic adventure and an array of challenging foes. Tunic really brings a fascinating look into these landscapes where you get to explore ancient ruins and even explore the deep forests!

Tunic has this fascinating, unique system of figuring out what needs to be done next!
You've got the task to assemble a whole game instruction manual. It allows you to discover hidden secrets and map areas of the game that only the most determined player will find.
In terms of "Tunic," the developers made some clever gameplay. With moves, and strategies that include blocks, and parry and that allows players to really enjoy this amazing experience, exploring amazing dungeons that make you feel as if you are taking part in one of those real medieval, adventure stories.

This indie experience will truly impress anyone and if you don't see your type of games here, that's just because there is an incredible amount of titles in the "Xbox Game Pass" library. So you can always look around and try something new! If you have tried these indie games or have an all-time favorite that you really like to play on Xbox make sure to share your favorite indie titles in the comments!