Is There Even Such a Thing as an “Indie Game” Anymore?

I don't know. Ask indie movies... if you can figure out what they are anymore.

Dan Van Winkle

Published: May 16, 2014 10:44 am

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Just where is the line between a big studio title and an “indie game” anymore? Game distribution is undergoing a massive shift, and it’s making the difference between indie games and those from big publishers a little hard to discern. That won’t stop Game/Show from trying, though.

(Game/Show via YouTube, featured image via Goat Simulator)

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Dan Van Winkle

Dan Van Winkle (he) is an editor and manager who has been working in digital media since 2013, first at now-defunct Geekosystem (RIP), and then at The Mary Sue starting in 2014, specializing in gaming, science, and technology. Outside of his professional experience, he has been active in video game modding and development as a hobby for many years. He lives in North Carolina with Lisa Brown (his wife) and Liz Lemon (their dog), both of whom are the best, and you will regret challenging him at Smash Bros.