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Indie Game Works

Inside the revolution that's transforming how we play
Brief Description
A captivating visual celebration of the twenty-first century's most beautifully designed indie videogames. Forget AAA - the future is indie. From the haunting underwater depths of ABZÛ to the dystopian terror of We Happy Few, the 50 titles showcased here demonstrate the raw imagination, daring mechanics... Read More
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A captivating visual celebration of the twenty-first century's most beautifully designed indie videogames.

A captivating visual celebration of the twenty-first century's most beautifully designed indie videogames.

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A captivating visual celebration of the twenty-first century's most beautifully designed indie videogames.

Forget AAA - the future is indie.

From the haunting underwater depths of ABZÛ to the dystopian terror of We Happy Few, the 50 titles showcased here demonstrate the raw imagination, daring mechanics and uncompromising artistry that is reshaping the gaming landscape on a smaller scale.

Packed with never-before-seen concept art, mood boards and early works-in-progress, Indie Game Works is a love letter to the people and passions behind the code, offering gamers, artists and developers an unparalleled journey through the beating heart of indie game culture.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500029718

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 April 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 555 Illustrations, color

Contributors:

  • Foreword by David Braben

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 215.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Nathan P. Gibson is a freelance writer and editor specializing in videogames and the gaming industry, who has contributed articles to a wide array of outlets covering videogames, movies, and television shows. These include The Independent, Ranker, Screen Rant, Cultured Vultures, Pop Geeks, Looper, SVG and SlashGear.

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