Indie game roundup features new releases and upcoming titles

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-05-30 11:30

A roundup of new indie games highlights several promising titles across various genres. "Mina the Hollower" by Yacht Club Games has been released, alongside "Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School" from Coin Crew Games, featuring co-op gameplay. Other notable mentions include "Hello Again," a time-loop game with a unique art style, and "Rural Cat Trails," an adventure game where players control a cat. AI

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Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Kris Holt) · 2026-05-30 11:30

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