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We’re most of the way through the Summer now, and yes, that is a good thing. If the UK has to endure a 17th heatwave this year, it’ll probably crumble to dust. Anyway, it’s been too hot to leave the house for a lot of us, which would be an issue if it wasn’t for the fact that we’re also getting full hordes of indie games to enjoy.
As we always do, we’re going to highlight some of the coolest-looking indie video games launching in August 2025. It’s filled with a really interesting array of different genres and vibes, so let’s go ahead and get into it.
The Royal Writ – 7th August
The Royal Writ takes the classic deck‑builder formula and flips it into a lane‑based roguelike full of absurd medieval mayhem. You’ll command peculiar creatures – think wounded flamingos and crazed mantis dentists – while dealing with shifting battlefield hazards and the ever‑looming threat of permanent unit death. It’s quirky, strategic, and just the right amount of chaotic.
Tiny Bookshop – 7th August
Tiny Bookshop puts you in charge of — wait for it — a tiny bookshop. This cozy narrative game is set in a charming little town where you’ll decide which books to stock, meet a variety of quirky locals, and become an integral part of the community. It’s absolutely gorgeous, and we can’t wait to dive in.
Ra Ra Boom – 12th August
Ra Ra Boom sounds like a fever dream – but it’s real. You play as a ninja space cheerleader battling rogue AI that has taken over the planet. The characters are over-the-top in the best way possible, and the whole thing looks gloriously absurd. Plus, it features full co-op, making it perfect if you’re craving a chaotic beat ’em up to play with friends.
Sword of the Sea – 19th August
Sword of the Sea turns sand dunes into ocean waves, letting you ride a mystical Hoversword like a mix of snowboard and hoverboard. As the resurrected Wraith, you’ll carve across surreal landscapes, pull off gravity‑defying tricks, and restore life to a long‑lost ocean. As you would expect from the talented folks at Giant Squid, it’s stunning, serene, and built for pure flow.
VOID/BREAKER – 20th August
VOID/BREAKER locks you in a high-speed roguelite FPS where you’re trapped in an endless loop enforced by a hostile AI. Expect fluid movement—dash, double-jump, glide—and relentless firefights across destructible environments. The real star: an infinite weapon mod system that lets you combine crazy mods to forge wild, synergistic loadouts. Every run offers new paths and strategies. It’s fast, destructive, and full of creative chaos.
Discounty – 21st August
Discounty puts you in charge of running a discount supermarket in a charming seaside town. You’ll stock shelves, negotiate with suppliers, and chat with quirky locals, all while uncovering small‑town secrets and helping grow your aunt’s mysterious retail empire. It’s cosy, funny, and has just the right amount of small‑town drama.
Pizza Bandit – 25th August
Pizza Bandit lets you blast through time as Malik, an ex‑merc turned pizza chef, taking on bounty hunts with guns blazing and dough flying. Cook power‑boosting pizzas mid‑fight, upgrade your pizzeria between missions, and team up in 4‑player co‑op for chaotic, saucy shootouts. It’s ridiculous in the best way.
Jason Coles
Jason likes to focus on roguelikes and co-op games; in a dream world he’d make a living writing about Dark Souls. As well as being a writer he also does personal training and accounting and can occasionally be seen on other people’s streams. Being a big fan of fluffy things means he has two cats, both of whom refuse to let him sleep, but at least they are cute.
