The Top 50 Indie Games (That You Simply Must Play)

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  • These are my top 50 indie games of all time. I love this category of games. They're filled with so much creativity, innovation and love. These 50 games must be played before you unsub from life.
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    Timestamps:
    0:00 Intro
    0:51 Superliminal
    1:39 Not For Broadcast
    2:32 Death & Taxes
    3:17 Superhot
    3:57 Lies of P
    4:45 Gris
    5:15 Little Nightmares
    5:56 Getting Over It
    6:30 Killer Frequency
    7:14 Don't Starve
    7:42 Binding of Isaac
    8:15 The Room (Series)
    8:50 Papers, Please
    9:22 Tunic
    9:54 Teardown
    10:31 They Are Billions
    11:09 Transistor
    11:54 Citizen Sleeper
    12:36 Dredge
    13:36 Spiritfarer
    14:19 Terraria
    15:04 Firewatch
    15:47 Cocoon
    16:33 Life Is Strange
    17:14 Slay The Spire
    17:53 Rimworld
    18:46 Frostpunk
    19:33 Factorio
    20:14 Ori (Series)
    20:54 DRG
    21:53 To The Moon
    22:23 Darkest Dungeon
    23:07 Journey
    23:47 Subnautica
    24:37 What Remains of Edith Finch
    25:15 Before Your Eyes
    26:00 Inside
    26:40 Sifu
    27:25 Furi
    28:12 Death's Door
    29:00 Celeste
    29:52 Cuphead
    30:33 Dead Cells
    31:15 Return of The Obra Dinn
    32:12 SOMA
    33:06 The Stanley Parable
    33:56 Disco Elysium
    36:00 Hollow Knight
    37:17 Untranslated Text
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Komentáře • 949

  • @PHIZZI
    @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci +277

    This took an age to make...
    So, what'd I miss?

    • @ImUrZaddy
      @ImUrZaddy Před 6 měsíci +23

      I think Stray should’ve been there

    • @RamadaArtist
      @RamadaArtist Před 6 měsíci +10

      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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@RamadaArtist I may... have to have a look

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci +4

      @@ImUrZaddy I did like Stray.

    • @gerdgeco7404
      @gerdgeco7404 Před 5 měsíci +11

      hyper light drifter should have definetly made the list, same for the messanger

  • @ShonnDaylee
    @ShonnDaylee Před 5 měsíci +774

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +22

      I agree with this

    • @Zelchacha
      @Zelchacha Před 5 měsíci +1

      100%

    • @Stealth-Joh-3-16
      @Stealth-Joh-3-16 Před 5 měsíci +1

      I still have to catch up.
      There is also a VR mod.
      So the recommendations weren't exaggerated after all.

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci +14

      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.

    • @vicenteoliveira865
      @vicenteoliveira865 Před 4 měsíci +6

      I could not hold my tears when I finished the game and didnt even know how to explain why I was crying

  • @JadeFoxAlpha
    @JadeFoxAlpha Před 4 měsíci +126

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci +23

      Sitting at the bench with Quirrel int the City of Tears is a core gaming memory

  • @beardedbozo
    @beardedbozo Před 4 měsíci +267

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci +3

      Ahh. My love

    • @kajetan9397
      @kajetan9397 Před 4 měsíci +1

      For me, Metro Exodus is the game which does that to me

    • @pickledokra2963
      @pickledokra2963 Před 4 měsíci +1

      To the moon did that for me, you should try it if you haven't. I cried so many times.

    • @Endpoint101
      @Endpoint101 Před 3 měsíci

      The DLC for Outer Wilds is brilliant too!

  • @SwedePotato314
    @SwedePotato314 Před 3 měsíci +38

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 3 měsíci +4

      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

  • @offroad5798
    @offroad5798 Před 5 měsíci +120

    Alright you convinced me. I'll finally pick up Outer Wilds. This game keeps popping up everywhere. Phenomenal video by the way. Subbed

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +10

      Cheers!
      Keep me updated how OW goes!!

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci +3

      You will not regret it. It's worth more than the price of admission. It's a god damn masterpiece.

    • @austinbeige
      @austinbeige Před 5 měsíci +2

      Your in for a treat. Unfortunately after you've played it everything else seems a bit limited.

    • @offroad5798
      @offroad5798 Před 5 měsíci

      @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

    • @noelthemighty
      @noelthemighty Před 5 měsíci +2

      Come back and tell us what you thought. We love to hear it

  • @offroad5798
    @offroad5798 Před 5 měsíci +39

    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

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      cheers! that means a lot

  • @wormybobcat3706
    @wormybobcat3706 Před 5 měsíci +18

    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.

  • @mukdukk
    @mukdukk Před měsícem +4

    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.

  • @DavidRodriguez-kc8kd
    @DavidRodriguez-kc8kd Před 5 měsíci +153

    ROCK AND STONE

  • @mattforthelikes
    @mattforthelikes Před 5 měsíci +23

    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.

  • @WeWereWatching
    @WeWereWatching Před 4 měsíci +2

    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

  • @edermejiasable
    @edermejiasable Před 4 měsíci +4

    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.

  • @N3K0Cloud
    @N3K0Cloud Před 6 měsíci +43

    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

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci +8

      Oh, please keep me updated

    • @TheBerger
      @TheBerger Před 5 měsíci +8

      OH ITS REALLY GOOD

    • @ShonnDaylee
      @ShonnDaylee Před 5 měsíci +9

      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.

    • @N3K0Cloud
      @N3K0Cloud Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@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!

    • @adamschroeder3756
      @adamschroeder3756 Před 3 měsíci

      @@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*

  • @Yothlan
    @Yothlan Před 4 měsíci +4

    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 ❤.

  • @ourtinyservant
    @ourtinyservant Před 3 měsíci +1

    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.

  • @thomasneal9291
    @thomasneal9291 Před 4 měsíci

    This is a great list. I really do get the impression you personally spent quite a bit of time exploring each title listed. No mean feat. Subbed.

  • @davebrowne8042
    @davebrowne8042 Před 5 měsíci +12

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      Let me know what you end up playing id love to hear!

  • @hamidrezaazizi1165
    @hamidrezaazizi1165 Před 5 měsíci +2

    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. ❤

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I can make more videos- slowly

  • @hkgamer2065
    @hkgamer2065 Před 5 měsíci +2

    absolutely loved the video hope you bring more indie games list in future

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you! I probably will!

  • @vslazer6728
    @vslazer6728 Před 4 měsíci +1

    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.

  • @wingtungma
    @wingtungma Před 4 měsíci +31

    Not only is this list so damn good, the whole script is written so marvelously it's like music to my ears ❤

  • @belphe5406
    @belphe5406 Před 6 měsíci +5

    Absolutely amazed that you mentioned transistor. You could just stop playing it just to sit and listen to that game. Great list overall.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci

      Supergiant make GAMES

  • @psychotogether5114
    @psychotogether5114 Před měsícem

    Your writing, taste and commentary is aces. Subbed!

  • @Chivvs
    @Chivvs Před 5 měsíci +74

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +2

      Cheers Chivvs!
      Getting to the end out outer wilds was truly something

    • @ShonnDaylee
      @ShonnDaylee Před 5 měsíci +1

      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.

  • @YourLocalBreadMerchant
    @YourLocalBreadMerchant Před 5 měsíci +11

    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

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Im sorry for you wallet

  • @lizzyshen233
    @lizzyshen233 Před 4 měsíci

    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).

  • @FadedMusic
    @FadedMusic Před 4 měsíci

    you have most of my favorite games on this list, good work :)

  • @robbieclark1784
    @robbieclark1784 Před 5 měsíci +48

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I had so much fun on it. Totally unexpected

    • @susanna8612
      @susanna8612 Před 4 měsíci

      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

  • @foggy_oi4
    @foggy_oi4 Před 4 měsíci

    The video is great! You really made me interested in many games on this list, so I’d love to try them as soon as possible. Moreover, outer wilds is mine favorite game of all time as well. I played it almost 2 years ago and I still think about it regularly, still wish that I could relive this adventure again, as it was one of the greatest experiences related to media in my whole lifetime. Unmatched masterpiece that everyone should at least try.

  • @onendonlysmithy1498
    @onendonlysmithy1498 Před 4 měsíci

    Great video with great choices, you've got a new subscriber!

  • @FatalCroissant
    @FatalCroissant Před 3 měsíci +10

    Soma is a masterpiece! So glad you mentioned it. Waiting for it to become a movie or a mini-series... or a sequel.

    • @jessica49arrow
      @jessica49arrow Před měsícem

      Are there jumpscares

    • @FatalCroissant
      @FatalCroissant Před měsícem

      @@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.

  • @abraxis59
    @abraxis59 Před 5 měsíci +4

    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 😀

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +2

      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!

    • @Koroguts
      @Koroguts Před 5 měsíci +1

      Chants of Sennaar is sooooo good

  • @freimutkontakt4582
    @freimutkontakt4582 Před 4 měsíci +1

    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 :) .

  • @psylanja
    @psylanja Před měsícem

    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.

  • @delikatessbruhe9843
    @delikatessbruhe9843 Před 4 měsíci +3

    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*.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci

      I'll check it out!

  • @swamp9121
    @swamp9121 Před 4 měsíci +16

    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

  • @Oli-Wood
    @Oli-Wood Před 3 měsíci

    Awesome list! What a work. Thanks for the suggestion.

  • @jorgebassmaster22
    @jorgebassmaster22 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great list, and totally agree on Outer Wilds. I would love to completely forget it to experience it again.

  • @RamadaArtist
    @RamadaArtist Před 6 měsíci +12

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci +2

      YEP. It was a test to stay with that paid off in the end

  • @CommonThiefZA
    @CommonThiefZA Před 4 měsíci +6

    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

    • @foggy_oi4
      @foggy_oi4 Před 4 měsíci +1

      What are your thoughts on it, mate?

    • @CommonThiefZA
      @CommonThiefZA Před 4 měsíci +1

      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 😄

    • @foggy_oi4
      @foggy_oi4 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@CommonThiefZA that’s great! Oh, I’d LOVE to experience it again, so lucky you ::)

  • @hnn.frdl.
    @hnn.frdl. Před 4 měsíci

    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 ❤️

  • @LemureDeiCampiElisi
    @LemureDeiCampiElisi Před 21 dnem

    This video is enlightening. I hoped it was double long. Thank you. I must find a way to save this game list. I know maybe 10 of this games, not more. Thank you again.

  • @saladyummy2891
    @saladyummy2891 Před 6 měsíci +5

    This list is just what I was looking for. Keep up the good work!

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 6 měsíci

      Glad I could help!

    • @surveyor1515
      @surveyor1515 Před 3 měsíci

      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….

  • @lslusa
    @lslusa Před 5 měsíci +46

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +2

      I need to check out the forgotten city. 12 minutes was... okay

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci +2

      Twelve minutes is fun. The Forgotten City is amazing.

    • @mattforthelikes
      @mattforthelikes Před 5 měsíci +1

      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!

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci +2

      @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!

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci

      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.

  • @Cheddargoblindeez
    @Cheddargoblindeez Před 2 měsíci

    MAKE ANOTHER ONE!!! great video though phizzi great taste, keep it up!❤

  • @Seahri
    @Seahri Před 4 dny

    Thanks for all of those great recommandations !

  • @ElenaBluenette
    @ElenaBluenette Před 4 měsíci +9

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci +2

      Take your time with it!

    • @ElenaBluenette
      @ElenaBluenette Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@PHIZZI I definitely will! Thank you for the great video ☺️

  • @juanvalentinklanjscek6562
    @juanvalentinklanjscek6562 Před 4 měsíci +7

    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

    • @northerngiant2915
      @northerngiant2915 Před 2 měsíci

      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

  • @anthonyperez87
    @anthonyperez87 Před 4 měsíci

    thank you for making this list. its helping me explore new games a lot easier. many games i forgot about here too that im needing to replay now that i have a pc.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci

      Glad to be of help. thanks for watching!

  • @scammer7640
    @scammer7640 Před 4 měsíci

    This was a great video, thank you sk much for introducing me to loads of amazing games

  • @AutismPersonified
    @AutismPersonified Před 5 měsíci +5

    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: czcams.com/video/YN1t1zAWQ_c/video.html
    SovietWomble: czcams.com/video/xdLnsslkcaE/video.html
    Joseph Anderson: czcams.com/video/1QAmJYWbFhQ/video.html
    Brian David Gilbert: czcams.com/video/PNnEMDG6WQI/video.html
    About Oliver: czcams.com/video/Va6Izbo0Evs/video.html

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      Brilliant thank you

  • @miguelgomes6849
    @miguelgomes6849 Před 5 měsíci +8

    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

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      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!

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci

      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.

  • @drrx4308
    @drrx4308 Před měsícem

    Thanks for this list, bro. You absolutely deserve a sub.

  • @BlazedAchievements
    @BlazedAchievements Před 4 měsíci

    great video i subbed cant wait to watch more

  • @suicidalkangarooz
    @suicidalkangarooz Před 5 měsíci +16

    Damn, no Shovel Knight or Undertale breaks my heart, but Outer Wilds and Hollow Knight at the top help make up for it.

  • @nickreecy4229
    @nickreecy4229 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Outer Wilds, Hollow Knight, and Subnautica are all incredible. Your video makes me want to explore games!

  • @JesseNorellMusic
    @JesseNorellMusic Před 4 měsíci

    You have earned yourself a sub, good sir. Amazing video! I don't think Outer Wilds is for me, but I'll give it a try. Thanks!

  • @J3ubbleboy
    @J3ubbleboy Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great list! Definitely seems to skew towards more recent releases, but I think I also find myself rating these newer titles highly as well :D

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Guess games keep getting better

  • @Filipos3003
    @Filipos3003 Před 2 měsíci +7

    Undertale ? Stardew valley ?

    • @ToffeeToof
      @ToffeeToof Před 17 dny

      Rain world?🥺

    • @sammak1862
      @sammak1862 Před 15 dny +1

      ​@@ToffeeToofagreed, we need the slug of cats here (and the 300 hour pain to learn how to kill a pink lizard)

  • @thegamerpig6196
    @thegamerpig6196 Před 5 měsíci +3

    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.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      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!

  • @vulppez
    @vulppez Před 2 měsíci

    Great video, gives me some great game recommendations to check out.

  • @willwhite7749
    @willwhite7749 Před 3 měsíci

    This is an unfathomably high quality video. Amazing work.

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 3 měsíci

      Wow, thank you

  • @Agent160FTW
    @Agent160FTW Před 5 měsíci +1

    This was really good (I've played and loved a lot here, but I also haven't played too many things) and I will get Outer Wild soon since it's finally on Switch now, I'm just waiting till Christmas vacation where I have more time than now.

  • @Kazminski888
    @Kazminski888 Před 26 dny

    great video mate!

  • @kavitamohan19
    @kavitamohan19 Před 2 měsíci

    I’ve watched many lists about indie games on CZcams (many many many lists)
    This is by far the best video on indie games. Period.

  • @haruhirogrimgar6047
    @haruhirogrimgar6047 Před 4 měsíci

    Glad to see someone who has played so many indies. Though this list seems like a "top 50 most well-known indies!" Just missing maybe Shovel Knight and Stardew Valley.
    I hope that in your future of indie gaming you find that tiny little gem that sparkles just for you!

  • @88Ferro
    @88Ferro Před 2 měsíci

    I agree 100% with your list. Wonderful work.

  • @zephyr2002
    @zephyr2002 Před 4 měsíci +2

    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".

  • @matthewdaniel7490
    @matthewdaniel7490 Před 4 měsíci

    Brilliant vid. Highly recommend adding Neon White to your backlog too. Unless you played it and its just not in your top 50

  • @OrignalNameHere
    @OrignalNameHere Před 4 měsíci +1

    omg what a comprehensive list!!!

  • @akad1397
    @akad1397 Před 2 měsíci

    Nice video dude!!

  • @illuminus4420
    @illuminus4420 Před měsícem

    I thoroughly enjoyed this. ✊💯

  • @devak45167
    @devak45167 Před 3 dny

    Fantastic list and cannot agree more with the #1 spot ❤

  • @derricktiffin
    @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci +1

    This is a really good list. You have good taste in your games. I literally have every single game on this list aside from 2. And I'm going to get them when I get paid. (Just because if the other recommendations you've provided are this in tune with what I love, then I'm sure I will love "They are Billions" and "Death and Taxes". Those are the only two I don't currently have. I could spend pages and pages professing my love for most of these games. They are all so very good. I love your emphasis on Outer Wilds. That game is more than just a game, but it's a damn experience. Not to take away from others on the list, but god damn, the game is genius. Disco Elysium is genius as well. Oh nevermind, If I start talking about some of these games, I'll end up writing this reply through the night.
    I just want to emphasize that for those who haven't played any of these games, they are worth your time. The only change I'd make is that Hades is better than Transistor. Made by the same devs, Hades is a more recent game. And Transistor is good. Don't get me wrong. But Hades is one of the best games ever made. And it's even more addictive than games like Neon White or Slay the Spire.
    Ugh, okay I'm going to force myself to stop now.
    Thanks for the great list!

    • @derricktiffin
      @derricktiffin Před 5 měsíci

      You know what? I'm subscribing. I love your taste in games.

  • @jamie304
    @jamie304 Před 3 měsíci

    Incredible video! Your script writing is amazing. Although I noticed undertale didn't quite make the cut, just in case you haven't played it yet... PLEASE do!

  • @jvcobeilish3292
    @jvcobeilish3292 Před 5 měsíci

    Great commentary!! I subscribed

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      legend thank you!

  • @WatermelonJiki
    @WatermelonJiki Před 4 měsíci +1

    Firewatch is one of the few games that still gives me explosive diarrhea every time I replay it.
    Great video!

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 4 měsíci

      You may have a Firewatch allergy!

  • @timstalam
    @timstalam Před 5 měsíci

    Well done video and commentary

  • @sputnikprivate
    @sputnikprivate Před 4 měsíci

    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

  • @That_Guy_You_Know
    @That_Guy_You_Know Před 4 měsíci

    Great list. Thanks!

  • @mooresalt9148
    @mooresalt9148 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank god you had disco on here! One of my favs all time

  • @alipadil622
    @alipadil622 Před 3 měsíci

    Furi mentioned, let’s gooooo!! Fantastic list of games overall! One recommendation I want to make is a game called Darkwood, a survival horror that is unlike most of the other horror games.

  • @Valbertoog
    @Valbertoog Před 2 měsíci

    What an absolutely phenomonal list!

  • @joki1829
    @joki1829 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great list. I agree to many of them. A few I havn´t played yet. I´d absolutely put Undertale or Pathologic into the list. By the way I really recommend this years "A Highland Song".

  • @No5712
    @No5712 Před 2 měsíci

    to the moon is probably my favorite story in any game. fell in love after playing it completely blind one day.

  • @TiagomAnd
    @TiagomAnd Před 5 měsíci +1

    one of the best and well thought out lists I have seen on CZcams. Amazing work! thanks!

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks a lot!

  • @punkeasy
    @punkeasy Před 24 dny

    Nice list. Thanks.

  • @SockhouseStudios
    @SockhouseStudios Před měsícem

    Loved to hear your thoughts on these games. With the state AAA is in I wouldn't be surprised if there is another surge in indie popularity. I'm a big fan of zombie games myself, and set out to make my own. I have a demo up on Steam now, it's called Barricade. It would be so cool to get feedback on it from you and the community. Keep up the good work that you do.
    Cheers!

  • @nightrain472
    @nightrain472 Před 4 měsíci

    Great list! All great games.

  • @MorganRG-ej8dj
    @MorganRG-ej8dj Před 2 měsíci

    Bought some, got a shit load on my wishlist. Thanks for the time investment, really good work!

  • @lejocarry
    @lejocarry Před 5 měsíci +1

    I'm currently playing Frostpunk, I loved Subnautica, Firewatch, Slay the Spire, The Room and many other games of you Top and Outer Wilds is my favorite game of all time.
    Congrats, you succeed to make me wishlist almost all games of your Top ♥
    (Is SOMA scary ? My GF doesn't want to try because of it...)

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci

      Soma is a horror but its not... the scariest game. But it will be in your heat lmao

  • @iliana.m
    @iliana.m Před 2 měsíci

    My favorite indie game is Submachine! ❤ Wow, great list! Many games I didn't know about!

  • @TheAmbronauta
    @TheAmbronauta Před 2 měsíci

    Great list! Disco Elysium, Outer Wilds and Life is Strange are my favourite games. I would also recommend Undertale and The Forgotten City.

  • @ahiduzzamanahir1338
    @ahiduzzamanahir1338 Před 19 dny

    GETTING OVER IT??!!! You want me to break my new steam deck?
    Nice List BTW

  • @stephenking5370
    @stephenking5370 Před 3 měsíci

    what a brilliant video. thank you

  • @neinnein3972
    @neinnein3972 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great list. Outer Wilds has a VR Mod and it is awesome! If you can play it that way -DO IT

  • @rwoz
    @rwoz Před 4 měsíci

    Shoutout for the one developer game Northern journey, Quake inspired action set in nordic viking landscapes with great atmosphere. An absolute gem.
    Oh, and there's lots and lots of spiders.

  • @CoronaryArteryDisease.
    @CoronaryArteryDisease. Před 5 měsíci +1

    Fantastic list!!!

  • @BloodyMastersword
    @BloodyMastersword Před 5 měsíci

    Fantastic list! I really enjoyed your selection and I think it's nearly flawless. There are three games that I would have added personally: A Short Hike, Hyper Light Drifter and Rogue Legacy. If you haven't played any of those, you really should give it a try. :)

    • @PHIZZI
      @PHIZZI  Před 5 měsíci +3

      I gotta try a short hike

    • @calvin9436
      @calvin9436 Před 5 měsíci

      @@PHIZZI YES YOU HAVE TO!