Indie gaming is always an interesting space to watch as it is often where the real innovation lies. Since indie games are not as restricted by guidelines and profit margins as their bigger industry leaders, indie games are often allowed to push the medium further in risky and interesting ways. Here are some of my favourite indie games, many of which feature gameplay or experiences you would never see in the triple-A space. Bugsnax Bugsnax is, unironically, my favourite PS5 game so far. It came out right when the console launched and I had such a fantastic time with it; the characters are all fantastic, they're flawed, distinct, likable, and despite them looking like sock puppets they all deal with real, compelling issues. I did not expect to get as invested in the story of Bugsnax as I did, but it is one of the better-written games out there and no this isn't some elaborate joke. The gameplay isn't exceptional or anything but it carries the story forward