12 best indie games to play in summer 2026

A roundup highlights 12 indie games confirmed for summer 2026, with release dates across PC and consoles.

The lineup spans action, Soulslike, roguelike, puzzle, platformer, exploration, and narrative games.

Several titles also have demos available, giving players an early look at gameplay.

Platforms mentioned include Steam, PS5, Switch 2, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.