Best Indies

When small teams of passionate developers embrace their creativity, the result can transform genres and inspire millions. These are the innovative, original and exhilarating indies that best captured our attention this year.

And the winner is…

Vampire Survivors

Poncle

Contains adsIn-app purchases

4.4

69.6K reviews

5M+

Downloads

Teen

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Prepare to mow down wave after wave of undead creatures in this award-winning independent favourite
2
Purchase power-ups, build your attacking and defensive capabilities, and walk around to auto-attack
3
Connect two-to-four controllers and play local co-op for even more magic-slinging, monster-slaying madness

Don’t let its retro presentation fool you – Vampire Survivors may look simple but it’s an absolute must-play. Both exceedingly easy to learn and consistently compelling, all Vampire Survivors asks you to do is move your character around its map… oh, and survive an onslaught of monsters intent on ending your life.

Attacks are automatic, meaning smart movements are key to avoid enemy swarms. It keeps things fresh with many distinct characters and dozens of upgradeable weapons. This results in tense sessions where every run feels unique. We’ve been unable to put it down making it a deserving winner of our Best Indies award.