Indie game reveals: lovecraftian hotel horror to cosmic exploration

Published on 23/04/2026 23:55 in technology • Keely Diven

IGN has partnered with ID@Xbox for another year, showcasing the most exciting indie game reveals, starting with the April showcase.

There are no ghosts at the grand

This upcoming musical game, developed by Friday Sundae, takes players to a Lovecraftian hotel where they must restore peace during the day, only to encounter sinister creatures at night. With a deep story, humor, and a musical twist, it's available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, and PC.

Vaporworld: over the mind

Vaporworld: over the mind

Vapor World's narrative-driven Souls-like platformer gets a fresh look in its latest trailer. This game is coming to Xbox Series X/S, Xbox on PC, Xbox Cloud, Xbox Game Pass, Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5.

Mistfall hunter

This dark fantasy action extraction RPG lets players join up to three fellow Gyldhunters to hunt monsters and rival teams in the Gyldenmist. Arriving in July on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox on PC, it's a launch title for Xbox Game Pass.

Starseeker: astroneer expeditions

This sci-fi action adventure game takes place in the Astroneer universe, focusing on cooperative expeditions and discovery. Players explore deep space on the ESS Starseeker, working with the entire crew to complete planet-wide objectives. Available in 2026 on Xbox Series X/S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.