SUPERHOT（2016）
Developer: Superhot Team
Compatible devices: Switch, PS4, Xbox, PC
Time stops and only you can move, a dream FPS with supernatural powers
It's an FPS game where you shoot enemies with a gun, but the key point is that "time only moves when you are moving." Players carefully observe the static world, think about their next move, and once they've formulated their strategy, move faster than anyone else to annihilate the enemy.
"Just like the espers in manga and anime, being able to think in a time that has stopped stimulates my inner middle schooler. The graphics, which use striking red, white, and black, are also cool." (Sayawaka)
Blind Drive（2021）
developer: Lo-Fi People
Compatible devices: PC/iOS/Android
Avoid cars by listening to sounds! Driving blindfolded on the highway in the wrong direction
In the hopes of making a lot of money, the protagonist Donnie becomes a subject of a suspicious experiment. However, this offer proves too dangerous. He is handcuffed, blindfolded, and forced into the driver's seat of a moving car. The game screen displays only an indicator and remaining life, and the player is also blindfolded. He relies on the sound from his headphones to steer the car and escape from the predicament.
"Missiles, boss battles, and other spectacular action-packed action scenes unfold. Put on headphones or earphones and experience the powerful realism." (Pear)
Hotline Miami（2012）
Developer: Dennaton Games
Compatible devices: Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox, PC
The atmosphere of the 80s and violent depictions explode!
Guided by a mysterious message left on the answering machine, players don a creepy mask and raid a gang hideout. This challenging action game combines brutality and a psychological suspense story with upbeat synthwave music and a heavy use of neon colors, creating a strong 1980s feel.
"It's a shocking work that showed the potential of indie games as an edgy, cutting-edge culture. Even now, more than 10 years after its release, I don't think it has lost any of its luster." (Sayawaka)
Ministry of Broadcast（2020）
developer：Ministry of Broadcast Studio
Compatible devices: Switch, PC, iOS
The reality TV nightmare of escapes
The protagonist attempts to escape from a totalitarian state in order to reunite with his family. However, his escape attempt is broadcast as a reality TV show by the country's "Ministry of Broadcasting." The game depicts a nightmarish world where life is put on display, like a fascist version of the movie "The Truman Show." The stylish yet somewhat dry interface is reminiscent of the design of the former communist bloc.
"It's a Czech game. It's difficult, and the main character dies so suddenly, which seems to fit the worldview of this game." (Sayawaka)
Ori and the Blind Forest（2015）
Developer: Moon Studios
Compatible devices: Switch, Xbox, PC
Beautiful illustrations and stories reveal the power of indie games
At first glance, you can see that the graphics are as beautiful as a picture book. But when you actually play, you'll be amazed by the smooth movements of the characters, the gradations of light and shadow in the background, and even the touching story. The action is a little difficult, but you can lower the difficulty mid-game.
"There are a lot of so-called 'first-time killer' instant death action scenes, but if you adjust the level and memorize them you can manage. Even if you struggle at first, this beautiful world view is worth playing once." (Sayawaka)
