Games are being pumped out faster than ever, and that makes it easy for amazing games to get buried under all the noise. So here's a list of 5 indie video games created by Black game developers or Black-led teams. Check 'em out!
BREEZE IN THE CLOUDS
Play as an adorable corgi named Breeze who has gained the power of weather in Breeze in the Clouds, a 2D action-adventure game. Use Breeze's weather powers to literally fight pollution and find his way back to his owner Diana. The game is accompanied by a vibey soundtrack and vibrant art and character designs. Check out the trailer below!
Breeze in the Clouds will be available on Steam. There is currently no release date but in the meantime wishlist the game on Steam to be notified once the game comes out! You can also visit their website here and their Twitter here!
ROLLER GIRL
You play as a teenage girl named Naomi in this musical narrative game. The music changes the world around her as she gets to know the members of the town and complete tasks to get money for Naomi's new (used) car! If you're into cozy games, definitely keep an eye out for this chill and vibey game.
While the game is still deep in development, you can grab the demo for free on itch.io below! Feel free to visit their website here to view more information, including development blog posts. You can also follow them on Twitter right here, Instagram here, or on TikTok here!
COREUPT
Check out this fast-paced fighting game by Team Coreupt based on the comic of the same name. The combat is quick and flashy, perfect for players who like to show off their favorite character's moves. Align yourself with either Gatling who wishes to protect peace or Dragonov who wants to rewrite time itself. With multiple game modes, there will be plenty of ways to hone and demonstrate your skills.
Be sure to wishlist the game below to be notified of the release. You can click here to follow the creator on Twitter for updates!
SUPER SPACE CLUB
A modern take on retro arcade gaming, Super Space Club is a lo-fi space shooter. You take on waves of enemies using a range of ships, weapons, and pilots with over 100 combinations, all accompanied by an original lo-fi score. If you like a challenge juxtaposed with atmospheric vibes and bright ever-changing colors, be sure to buy a copy on August 4th, 2023!
You can wishlist the game below to be notified when the game is released. You can visit the website here or follow the game on Twitter here.
BELLE AUTOMATA
If you love a good narrative and a sci-fi fantasy setting with a diverse cast of characters, then Belle Automata is the visual novel you have been waiting for. With 6 dateable characters across 3 Chronicles, play as Aureve, an android who has been stripped of her purpose and sets out to find who she truly is. The full game will have voice acting and 18 possible endings for hours of replayability.
You can purchase the first part of the game, Belle Automata: Chronicle I, below! The game recently met its Kickstarter goal for the next two parts, and you can see the details here! Be sure to visit their website here, check out their itch io page here to check out their earlier games, and follow them on Twitter here!
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