Mina the Hollower, a Sims alternative and other new indie games worth checking out
A roundup of new indie games highlights several exciting titles worth exploring. Notable releases include Mina the Hollower, an action-adventure game with a gothic horror theme, and Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School, a sequel to a popular puzzle game. Upcoming showcases like Summer Game Fest are expected to feature more indie announcements.
- ▪Mina the Hollower is an action-adventure game from Yacht Club Games that has received positive reviews.
- ▪Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School will feature splitscreen couch co-op support and is set to release later this year.
- ▪The Cerebral Puzzle Showcase on Steam runs until June 4 and includes a sale on various puzzle games.
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Gaming Mina the Hollower, a Sims alternative and other new indie games worth checking out Plus, a whole bunch of games that'll give your brain a workout. By Kris Holt May 30, 2026 7:30 am EST Paralives Studio Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. We're here to tell you about a bunch of new games you can dive into this weekend. Plus, we've got some announcements and updates for other games that are coming your way. Before we get started, a quick reminder that Summer Game Fest is next week. I'm absolutely certain that will include announcements for a ton of neat indie games, especially from side events like Day of the Devs and Wholesome Direct.
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