Fresh Juice: An Indie Game Podcast

115. Biggest indie genre of 2026?

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 115 Introduction * 00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life Updates * 00:05:02 Tommy's Week: Painting and New Year's * 00:09:03 Discord Announcement and Winter Burrow Update * 00:12:35 Notable Indie Releases: Gamblers Table and Past Fate * 00:17:23 Fickle Card Legend and Evo Krio * 00:22:08 Death Machine and Dreadmist Previews * 00:26:10 Star Rupture Deep Dive * 00:30:06 Steam Winter Sale Haul * 00:35:06 Hollow Knight Silksong Wins Steam Awards * 00:41:31 2026 Indie Games to Watch * 00:45:18 More 2026 Previews: Don't Stop Girly Pop and Demon Tides * 00:49:16 Slay the Spire 2, Abyss X Zero, and Mina the Hollower * 00:52:34 Virtue and a Sledgehammer Plus Witchbrook * 00:55:52 Listener Questions: Animal Crossing and Pretzels * 01:01:52 Biggest Indie Genre of 2026 Prediction * 01:05:05 Rec Room Recommendations Notable Releases This Week: * Winterburrow: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3008740/Winter_Burrow/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3008740/Winter_Burrow/] - winter solstice update * Gamblers Table: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3618390/Gamblers_Table/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3618390/Gamblers_Table/] * Past Fate: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1028510/Past_Fate/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1028510/Past_Fate/] * Fickle Card Legend: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4087980/Fickle_Card_Legend/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/4087980/Fickle_Card_Legend/] * EvoCreo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3791450/EvoCreo/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3791450/EvoCreo/] * Death Machine: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2741830/Death_Machine/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2741830/Death_Machine/] * Dreadmyst: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4241850/Dreadmyst/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/4241850/Dreadmyst/] * StarRupture: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1631270/StarRupture/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1631270/StarRupture/] NEWS: https://frvr.com/blog/hollow-knight-silksong-wins-steams-game-of-the-year-with-a-staggering-43-million-votes-from-pc-players/ [https://frvr.com/blog/hollow-knight-silksong-wins-steams-game-of-the-year-with-a-staggering-43-million-votes-from-pc-players/] https://www.inverse.com/gaming/biggest-upcoming-indie-games-2026-most-anticipated [https://www.inverse.com/gaming/biggest-upcoming-indie-games-2026-most-anticipated] REC ROOM: Morsels - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1719040/Morsels/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1719040/Morsels/] Delta Online - https://www.reddit.com/r/GearsOfWar/comments/1pxcejs/delta_online_is_available/ [https://www.reddit.com/r/GearsOfWar/comments/1pxcejs/delta_online_is_available/] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games

114. The Juicies 2025!

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Juicies 2025 Introduction * 00:02:07 Holiday Catch-Up and Family Updates * 00:11:23 Discord Announcement and Free Game Deals * 00:12:41 Upcoming 2026 Indie Games Preview * 00:26:42 The Juicies Begin: Best Narrative and Best Character * 00:35:50 Most Replayability and Best Art Direction * 00:41:54 Biggest Surprise and Best Hidden Gem * 00:48:11 Best Score and Favorite Game Mechanic * 00:54:37 Biggest Disappointment and Most Anticipated 2026 * 01:02:01 Reviewed Game of the Year Awards * 01:08:55 Overall Game of the Year: Slots and Daggers * 01:15:13 Listener Questions and New Year's Resolutions * 01:22:22 Rec Room: Playtester.io and Wake Up Dead Man NEWS: https://www.gamesradar.com/upcoming-indie-games/ [https://www.gamesradar.com/upcoming-indie-games/] REC ROOM: Playtester.io [http://playtester.io] Wake Up Dead Man - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wake_Up_Dead_Man [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wake_Up_Dead_Man] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games

113. Steam Winter Sale, Death Howl Review, and more!

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. Death Howl: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/] 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 113 Introduction * 00:01:28 Weekend Catch-Up and Mouse Problems * 00:09:31 Discord Announcement and Notable Indie Releases * 00:18:30 Steam Winter Sale Picks * 00:23:01 Indie Game Awards AI Controversy * 00:44:10 Death Howl Review - Gameplay Overview * 00:55:57 Death Howl - Story and World Building * 00:59:56 Death Howl - Visuals and Art Design * 01:05:02 Death Howl - Sound and Final Rating * 01:09:00 Listener Questions and Holiday Memories NEWS: Steam Winter Sale is live until Jan 5th! Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Loses Indie Game Awards After Being Accused Of Lying About AI Use - https://kotaku.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33s-loses-indie-game-awards-after-being-accused-of-lying-about-ai-use-2000655119 [https://kotaku.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33s-loses-indie-game-awards-after-being-accused-of-lying-about-ai-use-2000655119] REC ROOM: Rodeo - https://rodeorodeorodeo.com/welcome [https://rodeorodeorodeo.com/welcome] WILL: Follow The Light Playtest - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3144860/WILL_Follow_The_Light/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3144860/WILL_Follow_The_Light/] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, steam winter sale, death howl

112. The Game Awards Winners, New Game Reveals, and more!

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 112 Introduction * 00:01:38 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life Updates * 00:06:01 Tommy's Week: Work Events and House Updates * 00:11:03 Discord Announcement and Notable Indie Releases * 00:18:13 More Notable Releases: Clicker Games and Doom-Likes * 00:20:19 Raiders of Blackfail and End of Year Releases * 00:22:16 Game Awards 2025 Winners Breakdown * 00:24:17 Expedition 33's Dominant Sweep * 00:33:28 Award Categories Deep Dive and Controversy * 00:45:57 Game Awards Trailers: Divinity and Warlock * 00:51:40 Star Wars Games: Faith of the Old Republic * 00:53:31 Star Wars Galactic Racer Excitement * 00:49:52 More Game Reveals: Bradley the Badger and Beyond * 01:02:38 Listener Questions: Parenting and Pop Culture * 01:11:57 The Rec Room: Jester Platform and The Scratch * 01:18:20 Wrap-Up and Next Week Preview NOTABLE RELEASES THIS WEEK: Barely Brave 1.0 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3490280/Bearly_Brave/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3490280/Bearly_Brave/]  MEAT 2 - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2176710/MEAT_II_Absolute_Zero/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2176710/MEAT_II_Absolute_Zero/] A Game About Feeding a Black Hole - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3694480/A_Game_About_Feeding_A_Black_Hole/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/3694480/A_Game_About_Feeding_A_Black_Hole/] The Game Awards Winners - https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-game-awards-2025-complete-list-of-winners-as-clair-obscur-wins-game-of-the-year-and-sets-a-new-record-for-awards-won/ [https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-game-awards-2025-complete-list-of-winners-as-clair-obscur-wins-game-of-the-year-and-sets-a-new-record-for-awards-won/] 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] REC ROOM: Jestr - https://www.jestr.gg/?ref=A6BMHE [https://www.jestr.gg/?ref=A6BMHE] The Scratch - https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BCpGC485tSshwjemmeAmd [https://open.spotify.com/artist/6BCpGC485tSshwjemmeAmd] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, the game awards 2025

111. Moonlighter 2 Review

Welcome to the Fresh Juice podcast! Your go-to spot for in-depth reviews, insights, and discussions on indie games. We're passionate about uncovering hidden gems in the gaming world and giving indie developers the spotlight they deserve. In each episode, we dive deep into the gameplay, mechanics, and artistry of various indie games. We also feature exclusive interviews with developers, sharing their stories and the inspirations behind their games. Moonlighter 2: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2350790/Moonlighter_2_The_Endless_Vault/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2350790/Moonlighter_2_The_Endless_Vault/]  CHAPTERS * 00:00:00 Welcome and Episode 111 Introduction * 00:01:34 Weekend Catch-Up and Dad Life * 00:06:04 Local Adventures and Birthday Parties * 00:10:45 Discord Announcement and Game Awards Preview * 00:11:27 The Mysterious Desert Statue Reveal * 00:21:42 Game Awards Predictions - Game of the Year * 00:23:14 Game Awards Predictions - Best Independent Game * 00:25:42 Game Awards Predictions - Best Debut Indie * 00:30:33 Streamer Awards Drama and Content Creator Talk * 00:36:10 Notable Indie Releases This Week * 00:47:13 Moonlighter 2 Review - Gameplay Overview * 00:52:50 Moonlighter 2 - Combat and Backpack System * 00:59:42 Moonlighter 2 - Story and World Building * 01:01:49 Moonlighter 2 - Art Style and Visual Design * 01:06:29 Moonlighter 2 - Sound and Music Discussion * 01:10:10 Final Rating and Verdict * 01:13:26 Listener Questions and Christmas Movies * 01:18:42 The Rec Room - Ultra Pool and Black Jacket Recommendations 🎮 Stay Juiced! 🍹 👍 If you enjoyed our video, please like, share, and subscribe. 🔔 Don't forget to hit the bell icon for notifications on our latest episodes. 📢 Follow us on our other platforms for more Fresh Juice: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Xa3p4nP9JV7k5Fo6AfhHX] Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod [https://www.twitter.com/FreshJuicePod] Discord: https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e [https://discord.gg/UrCFuV532e] For business inquiries or if you're an indie developer wanting to feature your game: freshjuicepod@gmail.com [freshjuicepod@gmail.com] NOTABLE RELEASES THIS WEEK: Sulfur Forever update - https://store.steampowered.com/news/?emclan=103582791473052922&emgid=492709842851463885 [https://store.steampowered.com/news/?emclan=103582791473052922&emgid=492709842851463885] Skate Story - https://store.steampowered.com/app/1263240/Skate_Story/?curator_clanid=4777282 [https://store.steampowered.com/app/1263240/Skate_Story/?curator_clanid=4777282] Rhythm Doctor - https://store.steampowered.com/app/774181/Rhythm_Doctor/?curator_clanid=4777282 [https://store.steampowered.com/app/774181/Rhythm_Doctor/?curator_clanid=4777282] Death Howl -                           https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2825880/Death_Howl/]  Ultimate Sheep Raccoon - https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923350/Ultimate_Sheep_Raccoon/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/2923350/Ultimate_Sheep_Raccoon/]  REC ROOM Ultrapool - https://ultrapoolgame.com/ [https://ultrapoolgame.com/] Black Jacket Demo - https://store.steampowered.com/app/4100440/Black_Jacket_Demo/ [https://store.steampowered.com/app/4100440/Black_Jacket_Demo/] Description tags: fresh juice podcast,indie game podcast,indie games, the game awards 2025, moonlighter 2 review, moonlighter 2 gameplay