Indie 40 Shortlist for 2025
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India’s most promising independent studios — selected to showcase their creativity at IGDC 2025. Each studio receives a complimentary table to present their work and connect with the gaming community.
5th Ocean Studios
Gully Gangs : Street Cricket
AbhiTechGames
Warbound
Aleph Echo
Hello Anxiety
Amaze Studios
The Tales of Annapurna
Arckon Arts
Stick Infinite Kingdom
Astrode Studio
Elebend
B-Deshi Interactive
Compress(space)
Bablabo Games
Hush Hush High
BedRock Games
Ved : Journey beyond the Cube
Brahman Studios
AUM The Game
ChaiByte Studios
The Package
ChinsCo
Inara
Coffee for Two
Malhaar: from the banks of the Sindhu
Damn Boi Studios
Home Invader
Elwyn Interactive LLP
Banish 9 to 5
FatCatPlay Game Studio
MegaDrift
Flat World Creations
City of Aethel
FrameZero
Abyss Divers
InDe Arcade Studio
THUGGING
Indieverse Studio
DeepSee VR
Looney Dog Productions Private Limited
Blind Silence
Loop Interactive
Project Creations VR
Lycus Studios
Brothers In The Storm
Majjong Studios
Couch Clash
Pariah Interactive
1000 Deaths
Playfusion Tech
Jaamunda
POONGODI STUDIOS
VOID WITHIN
Prescription Studios
The Misadventures of Spaceman Biff
Psypher Interactive
Cosmic Race: Galactic Showdown
RedFox Studios
Sensi
Roko Studios
Retro Tennis
Rudrac Games
TWIN FLAMES
SAIKAT DEB CREATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
The 9th Charnel
Shivaansh ArtVision Pvt. Ltd.
Durga The Lionhearted
Singular Scheme
Frontier Paladin
SleepyHead Studios
Red Orbit
Studio Noori
Eye Exam
SUGARWORKS
Project-SOL
Team Ocean Games
Revenants Soul
Tenderizer Games
ARES 2192
TROJAN PRODUCTIONS
TROX
WinterWinds
12-17
Xod Games
Peaky Circus
Yugen Jam
Time's Gate
Zatun
Kartboard Dash
Indie 60
Giving the centre stage to 60 exceptional indie developers and studios from across India. A celebration of original games, fearless creativity and the people shaping what’s next for Indian game development.
The Indie Advantage!
- Join India’s Top 60 Indie Developers
- Take the Stage at IGDC 2026
- Put Your Game on the Global Map
- Connect with Top Publishers & Studios
Women Gamemakers
Celebrating women shaping the future of games, Women Gamemakers showcases outstanding studios, bold ideas and the creators inspiring the next generation.
The Power of Representation
- Showcase at IGDC 2026
- Amplify Your Voice
- Connect with the Games Industry
- Inspire the Next Generation of Women
Indie Spotlight
Each selected studio gets 4 minutes to present its game to publishers, investors, media and industry peers on the expo stage. The audience then votes live to decide the Indie Spotlight Award.
Your Turn to Shine!
- Your Game takes Centre Stage
- Present to Publishers, Investors & Media
- Gain Industry-Wide Visibility
- Compete for the Indie Spotlight Award
Indie Select
From breakout successes to industry favourites, Indie Select showcases India’s only 10 of India’s most accomplished games, ones that have already built real momentum.
Let’s Celebrate Your Success!
- Be Among India’s Top 10
- Showcase at IGDC 2026
- Gain Industry-Wide Visibility
- Unlock New Opportunities
Indie Pitch
Indie Pitch brings selected Indie 60 and Women Gamemakers studios before leading publishers to pitch their games, receive recognition, and compete for three jury awards.
Pitch for the Win!
- Direct Publisher Access
- Expert-Led Game Evaluation
- Three Prestigious Jury Awards
- Meaningful Industry Connections
Mentor Café
Mentor Café gives indie developers direct access to experienced industry leaders for one-on-one conversations that inspire better games, stronger studios, and lasting connections.
Your Mentoring Advantage
- One-on-One with Industry Experts
- Actionable Expert Feedback
- Game & Studio Guidance
- Industry Connections That Matter
Design & Dialogue
Great opportunities grow through great conversations. Design & Dialogue brings together developers and experts to exchange ideas, challenge thinking, and inspire better design.
Conversations that Shape Games
- Genre-Specific Expert Panels
- Practical Design Feedback
- Collaborative Peer Learning
- Stronger Games Through Dialogue
Indie Mixer
An exclusive networking evening bringing together selected indie studios, publishers, investors and industry leaders to spark meaningful conversations and lasting collaborations.
Women Gamemakers Shortlist for 2025
Meet the women redefining the game! Each studio receives a free table at IGDC 2025 to share their creativity, stories, and spirit with the world.