June is upon us, and it’s an exciting time for indie game lovers. We have a host of new indie games that are set to drop this month. In this article, we’ll be covering 13 new games that are launching this month, each one unique and intriguing in its own way. So sit back, perhaps with a cup of your favorite caffeinated beverage, and let’s explore the indie games that are making their debut this month.
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rolling hills - JUNE 4TH
First on our list is Rolling Hills, a cozy life simulation game where you get to run your own sushi restaurant. In this game, you’ll step into the shoes of a robot chef, tasked with serving up the best sushi in town. To do this, you’ll need to purchase ingredients, enhance your shop, and make some friends along the way. This adorable life sim game, complete with a quirky theme, is set to launch on June 4th. Ready to roll out some sushi? Wishlist here
fireside - June 4th
Next up is Fireside, an uplifting narrative experience that invites you to explore a serene, magic-filled world. In this game, you’ll make friends, trade, and chat at the campfire. You can also build up your community, improve your home, and invite your new friends to visit, collecting a range of cute trinkets, supplies, and other items along the way. This cozy, wholesome game, complete with a meaningful story, is set to launch on June 4th. Ready to cozy up by the fire? Wishlist here
blockbuster inc - june 6th
Blockbuster Inc is a tycoon movie-themed game that lets you manage your very own movie studio. You’ll run your own studio, building it from the ground up. Scout for upcoming stars, build your lot with all the facilities you need to produce movies, and choose what movies you want to make. This tycoon game promises to be a blockbuster hit and is set to launch on June 6th. Ready to make some movie magic? Wishlist here
dryft city kyngs - june 14th
Moving on, we have Dryft City Kyngs, a unique adventure game that takes you from being a humble office worker to a drift racing king. The game is set in a 2D punk cartoon world, which is based on a semi-futuristic Melbourne. Here, you’ll take down the five drift lords one by one, all while managing to hold down your 9-5 job. With over 35 quirky characters to befriend as you race your way to the top and explore the vibrant drift city, this is a quirky racing RPG that you can get behind the wheel of from June 14th. Ready for the ride? Wishlist here
still wakes the deep - june 18th
Next, step into the boots of an off-shore oil rig worker in Still Wakes the Deep. In what appears to be a hectic first-person narrative horror game, you’ll fight for your life as a vicious storm hits your rig. But a storm isn’t the only thing to fear. You’ll soon find yourself trying to escape the rig and make it home to your family. This intense, immersive game can be played from June 18th. Ready to brave the storm? Wishlist here
push the cat with wasd - june 18th
Push The Cat with WASD is a cat-pushing puzzle game that sees you literally rearrange words to solve puzzles. With an emotional storyline and an underlying mystery, you’ll help the cat to think and remember why they are stuck in the game. This game promises to be an interesting puzzle experience, with a unique theme, and you can start pushing the cat from June 18th. Ready to solve some puzzles? Wishlist here
aarik and the ruined kingdom - june 20th
Continuing with a unique blend of adventure and puzzle, we have Aarik and the ruined kingdom. In this game, you will play as Aarik, navigating through wreck and ruin. The puzzle is your environment, and you’ll need to use your father’s crown to repair, rework, and rewind to mend your broken world. This game, which offers a relaxing perspective puzzle adventure, is set to launch on June 20th. Ready to enter the ruined kingdom? Wishlist here
crab god - june 20th
Next in line is Crab God, a god sim strategy game where you become the guardian of the abyss and lead the great migration to bring forth the next Crab God. You’ll need to grow your crabling colony, nurturing them as they worship you, and take care of the vibrant underwater ecosystem too. It’s up to you to ensure the egg of the next crab god stays safe whilst simultaneously balancing your colony, as you attempt to lead the great migration. This wholesome god game is set to launch on June 20th. Ready to become the Crab God? Wishlist here
drug dealer simulator 2 - june 20th
Continuing with a unique blend of adventure and puzzle, we have Aarik and the ruined kingdom. In this game, you will play as Aarik, navigating through wreck and ruin. The puzzle is your environment, and you’ll need to use your father’s crown to repair, rework, and rewind to mend your broken world. This game, which offers a relaxing perspective puzzle adventure, is set to launch on June 20th. Ready to enter the ruined kingdom? Wishlist here
Movies Tycoon - june 24th
If you’ve ever dreamed of ruling the cinematic universe, your opportunity is right around the corner with the launch of Movies Tycoon. This movie industry-themed tycoon game plunges you into the high-stakes world of filmmaking, where you take on the challenge of producing blockbuster films. Your journey begins with building your own studio from scratch. Hiring staff, selecting talent, and creating your films will be a part of your daily routine. This game offers an exciting peek behind the scenes of the movie industry and is set to be a cool addition to the tycoon game genre. Put your director’s cap on from June 24th. Wishlist here
Unread Messages - june 24th
Unread Messages is a retro-inspired cyberpunk puzzle game where you take on the role of a text deliverer. The gameplay involves making connections between cell towers to deliver texts. With the help of your trusty AI assistant FASMA, you’ll be solving puzzles while attempting to do your job and uncover the secrets hidden in Simullect Inc’s computers. This game promises a unique blend of mystery and puzzle-solving in a cyberpunk setting. Start exploring and sending messages in this quirky puzzle game from June 24th. Wishlist here
GUNCHO - june 25th
In GUNCHO, you’ll be entering a small-scale, turn-based tactics game where survival is key. You’ll play as Guncho, a character attempting to survive in a wild west themed landscape. The game requires you to spin Guncho’s revolver to keep his bullets aligned to enemies, fighting your way through randomly generated shootouts. The challenge is whether you can ride your donkey and become the ultimate pistolero. The game offers a unique blend of tactics and action in a Wild West setting. You can jump into the action from June 25th. Wishlist here
Mysterious Mystery - june 28th
Finally, dive into the world of detective duo Justin and Dakota in Mysterious Mystery. This fully voice-acted mystery visual novel will have you solving multiple cases, gathering evidence, and interrogating suspects to uncover the truth. The game offers a quirky and engaging approach to the detective genre. If you’re a fan of mysteries and enjoy piecing together clues, this game is for you. Start solving from June 28th. Wishlist here
That is a wrap on some upcoming indie games releasing this June. We do have some exciting showcases in early June, so there will probably be at least a few more to add, so if you find any indie games not on this list, feel free to comment them below.
Until next time, stay caffeinated!
