Famitsu has released its combined two-week sales data for hardware and physical software sales in Japan for the period from December 18 to December 31, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder has taken the top spot in the final charts for the year. The 2D platformer sold over 221,000 units over the course of the two-week period, and is followed in second place by Konami’s Momotaro Dentetsu World: Chikyuu wa Kibou de Mawatteru!, which sold over 192,000 units.
Shuhei Yoshida’s favorite PlayStation indie games of 2023
22.12.2023 - 22:37 / blog.playstation.com / Indie Games
Hello everyone. The year 2023 has been a standout year for games, as we have been blessed with the release of countless top-notch titles. I hope everyone was able to discover new favorites that blew their minds and engaged them in amazing gaming experiences.
From the array of titles released on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation VR2, I wanted to share 11 indie games that were my personal favorites of 2023.
A Space for the Unbound
This heartwarming adventure game, born from developers in Indonesia, features vivid graphics that echo the enchanting style of director Makoto Shinkai’s films. It weaves a magical tale about dreams and love surrounding a young boy and girl. Will the two, who were torn apart by an accident, ever find each other again? Play till the end to find out.
The Legend of Tianding
Set in the early 20th Century during the Japanese rule of Taiwan, there existed a legendary hero known as Tianding, who fought the corrupt elite, took from the wealthy, and saved the common folk. You can enjoy fast-paced, side-scrolling action through beautiful, artistically rendered Taiwanese scenery. The game also features various historical documents of the period, which is very interesting.
Before Your Eyes
Have you ever shed tears while playing a game? In this title, the scenes progress with each blink of the player’s eyes. It’s a PS VR2-exclusive adventure that lets you relive the fleeting life of a young boy who passed away too soon. You’ll likely find yourself moved to tears in the final moments.
Tchia
Developed by a team from New Caledonia, this is a liberating sandbox action game set across beautiful islands. The protagonist, Tchia, possesses a unique ability called “soul jumping,” which enables her to inhabit birds, fish, animals, and even pebbles, and utilize their abilities. It adds a delightful twist to the gameplay.
Dredge
Imagine a game that combines fishing with horror – who would have thought that such an unexpected combination would captivate so many players? In this game, your boat is the main character. You navigate perilous waters at night, progressively exploring while upgrading your vessel. The challenge is knowing when to put down the game and call it a night.
Humanity
This game depicts hundreds of faceless people walking in masses, with a single Shiba Inu leading them on. It is an amazing puzzle adventure game that engages players with the philosophical question of what it means to be human. It also allows players to share and play through game stages they’ve created themselves.
Synapse
This first person shooter uses PS VR2’s eye-tracking technology to let you select enemies and objects, then grab, levitate and throw them with a flick of your Sense controller.
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