"INDIE Live Expo 2026.4.25" Showcases Over 200 Indie Games, Including 9 World Premieres; Next Event Scheduled for Winter 2026

The INDIE Live Expo Executive Committee announced and introduced over 200 indie games, including 9 world premieres, at "INDIE Live Expo 2026.4.25" broadcast on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The "INDIE Live Expo Sale" is continuously being held on Steam from April 25 to May 2.

We would also like to announce that the next event has been officially decided. The next event is scheduled for "Winter 2026."

◆ INDIE Live Expo Sale (Steam):
https://store.steampowered.com/curator/38794803/sale/INDIELiveExpo20260425

◆ Broadcast archive here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/wud4MUt7wVo?si=sNqBJ6UDY58vztR-

◆ Image and video materials here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1sjAjvKisYjIRYEek29sWEooY8LOpqjjj

＜Broadcast Overview＞

For this INDIE Live Expo, public applications for showcased titles reached a program-high of over 1,100 titles. In response, Part 1, "INDIE Waves powered by Cygames," was significantly expanded beyond its usual scope, introducing over 160 indie games within the segment.

Furthermore, the Part 2, "INDIE Spotlight," segment introduced new information on world premiere titles and highly anticipated titles for approximately two hours. This included new information on ".45 Parabellum Bloodhound," the latest work from the team behind 'VA-11 HALL-A Valhalla,' and "Luna Pulse," a world premiere title from Fahrenheit 213 led by Yosuke Shiokawa, among over 40 indie games announced and introduced.

Below is an excerpt of the announced content:

▼ Excerpt of New Announcement Information (in order of introduction during the program)

◯ Wanderburg (Sidekick Publishing)

- A medieval survivor-like game where huge wheeled castles battle.
- Release period announced (Summer 2026).

◯ Warota, Maoujou Next Door www (One or Eight)

★ World Premiere
- An action RPG where you build a village right next to a demon king's castle.
- Developed by Team EARTH WARS, known for 'LOST EPIC.'
- Release period announced (Steam version 2026, Switch 2 and PS5 versions 2027).

◯ Satori Chuunibyou Soudanshitsu - Daini Genjitsu no Hon'yakusha - (Fine)

- An empathetic psychological mystery ADV centered around chuunibyou (eighth-grader syndrome).
- A Steam demo has been available since April 24.
- Singer Hinako has been confirmed to perform the theme song.

◯ moorestech (sakastudio)

- A Japanese automation sim developed by an individual over 5 years.
- Closed beta test scheduled to begin in June.

◯ No Mortal Space (Stellia Games)

- A cosmic sandbox survival craft game blending a unique cultivation (Xianren training) worldview with sci-fi.
- Demo released on July 8.

◯ Magical☆Princess (MAGI)

- A育成 simulation game set in a magical country's academy, where you guide your daughter as a father.
- Release date announced (April 28).

◯ Touhou ゆっくり Mountain (BeXide)

★ World Premiere
- A 3D merge puzzle game using characters from 'Touhou Project.'
- Release period announced (Spring 2026).
- Simultaneous release on Steam, Switch, and Switch 2 editions.

◯ Feather’s Edge (Clockwork Acorn)

★ World Premiere
- A Metroidvania where you become a bird warrior and aim for the top of a crumbling tower.
- Funded by "Outersloth," the indie game fund from the developers of Among Us.

◯ Crymelight (FURYU)

★ World Premiere
- A roguelike action game where you get stronger by repenting.
- Release date announced (November 5).

◯ SHIKA-Q (Agni Flare)

- A next-generation competitive puzzle game characterized by high-speed offense and defense.
- Adopted as a side tournament title for "EVO Japan 2026."
- Future tournament roadmap released.

◯ Finding Polka (PARCO GAMES)

- An adventure pursuing a former pet dog.
- Features warm visuals drawn with ballpoint pen.
- Demo released on April 25.

◯ Better than Dead (MicroProse Software)

- Realistic visuals.