5 Best Indie Games on Steam (April 2024)

If you want a great gaming experience but don't want to spend three figures on a new AAA title, you can always rely on indie games. For a fraction of the price, indie games tend to provide a more gripping narrative and immersive experience than the most refined AAA games. And where better to look for new indie games than on Steam? I mean, the store is practically a hotbed, with hundreds of new indie titles arriving every day. So, if you're not sure where to begin, take a look at our list of the best indie games on Steam this month to point you in the right direction.

5. Reign of Guilds

Reign of Guilds invites players into a magical, medieval world where strategy, power, and community are key. Unlike typical survival games, here, building or farming isn’t the focus. Instead, the game values how you interact with others, through fighting, making deals, trading, or crafting.

This game brings a thrilling way to fight with a first-person combat system where your skill makes the difference, and even friends can accidentally become foes in the heat of battle. It blends fighting with other players and against game-controlled enemies in a vast open world, making every trip outside a thrilling adventure. Players grow by engaging in combat, crafting, or exploring, allowing everyone to carve out their own path in this vast world.

At the heart of this game is a complex economy and political system where every player plays a part. From paying taxes to managing resources and lands, the game makes running a kingdom a group effort. Players can lead guilds, become Counts to gather taxes, or even aim to be the King, ruling over the entire economy. The game's world is vast, full of unique resources and strategic spots encouraging players to explore, conquer, and wisely manage their assets.

4. Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an engaging 2D game filled with action and set in the colorful world of Gensokyo. In this game, you step into the shoes of Cirno, the Ice Hero, on a mission full of bravery and challenge. She aims to defeat evil, free Gensokyo, and save a very important princess. As you play, you'll find yourself in battles where moving quickly and thinking fast are key to getting ahead. The game lets you zip around the battlefield, dodging and diving through enemy attacks in thrilling combat scenes.

But, what really makes Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy special are its eye-catching battle scenes and the chance to mix and match powers and spells to make your own unique fighting style. The game is filled with beautiful, detailed patterns of enemy bullets that you have to dodge. These patterns are not just pretty to look at but also a fun challenge to beat. Plus, you can collect different items and spell cards to customize how you play, giving you lots of ways to tackle the challenges ahead. Alongside Cirno, you'll meet other favorite characters from the Touhou series, adding humor and excitement to your adventure to save the princess.

3. Buckshot Roulette

Following up, Buckshot Roulette takes players on a heart-pounding game where taking chances could mean the ultimate win or lose. In this game, you and another player face off in a daring match of Russian roulette, but with a twist—it's played with a 12-gauge shotgun. Each session is a quick dive into intense action, lasting about 15 to 20 minutes, where players enter an underground nightclub scene and go through three nail-biting rounds against The Dealer. The goal is simple: survive and claim the prize.

Moreover, the game's setting enhances the thrill, taking place in a nightclub filled with pulsating beats, setting the stage for an immersive experience. Buckshot Roulette levels the playing field by ensuring that you and The Dealer face the same risks, with no hidden tricks. For those feeling particularly lucky, a new Double or Nothing mode pushes the stakes even higher.

2. BMX Streets

If you love biking and exploring, you'll enjoy BMX Streets. This game brings the excitement of BMX biking into a huge virtual world. Thanks to its advanced physics, riding feels authentic, whether you're in the air or on the ground. The game unfolds in a vast area inspired by Vancouver, Canada, filled with over 25 kilometers of roads and lots of spots for stunts. It's a dream space for bike lovers to practice, try out new moves, and find their own style.

In BMX Streets, the way you control your bike is special. The game's controllers make you feel like you're really riding. The bumpers and triggers act like your hands and feet, letting you do a wide range of tricks with ease. This setup invites players to explore their skills, learn new stunts, and be creative. And with more than a thousand parts to customize your bike, you can make it look great and suit your style perfectly. But BMX Streets is not just for playing alone; it's also for having fun with friends. You can play online with up to three others in this big open world. The game lets you face various challenges together, from races to trick contests.

1. No Plan B

Wrapping up, No Plan B is a strategic game where you lead a team through dangerous missions. It's like being the brain behind an elite squad, where you decide every move they make in tight spaces. You use a special timeline to make sure every action, like opening doors or throwing grenades, happens at the right time. Then, you watch everything happen on its own, seeing your plan in action through exciting replays that look like a movie.

In this game, being careful and thinking ahead is key. You get to look at a 3D map and use a clever timeline tool to plan. You can make your team move together, surprise enemies, and make sure you check every corner. One small mistake, and the mission could fail. But, when you feel your plan is just right, you press play, watch your team follow your orders, and control the camera to see the action up close. If you do really well, you can even share your mission with others to show off your planning skills.

So, what's your take? Do you agree with our top five? What do you think are the best indie games on Steam? Let us know in the comments below or over on our socials here!