Indie DB Alternatives

Indie DB is described as 'The independent games site. News, insight and media direct from the developers. Powered by ramen noodles' and is an website in the development category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Indie DB, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including Android, Windows, Android Tablet and Linux apps. The best Indie DB alternative is itch.io, which is both free and Open Source. Other great sites and apps similar to Indie DB are Game Jolt, Mod DB, RPGMaker.net and Playtester.

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  1. itch.io icon

    itch.io

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    Indie game marketplace and community platform providing customizable pricing, pay-what-you-want options, game file hosting, stats tracking, and an app managing downloads and updates across Windows, macOS, and Linux, plus support for non-game digital content.

    42 itch.io alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • Epic Games Store
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    • Almost everyone thinks itch.io is a great Indie DB alternative.

    • itch.io is the most popular Web-based, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Indie DB.

    • itch.io is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Indie DB.

    • itch.io is Free and Open SourceIndie DB is Free and Proprietary
  2. Game Jolt icon

    Game Jolt

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    Experience a vibrant community for gamers and creators, offering challenges, rewards, and a shop for collectibles. Share and sell personal creations, explore anime and fan art, connect in a global cosplay realm, and more.

    24 Game Jolt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    The site features indie game developers and their games. The content is likable, commentable, and downloadable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Game Jolt is a great Indie DB alternative.

    • Game Jolt is the most popular iPhone & iPad alternative to Indie DB.

    • Game Jolt is Freemium and Open SourceIndie DB is Free and Proprietary
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    Mod DB

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    Mod DB is the largest website dedicated to supporting independent development of games including user generated game content, mods, addons and DLC. The aim of Mod DB is to unite developers, players and their ideas, empowering them to shape the games we play.

    22 Mod DB alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  5. RPGMaker.net icon

    RPGMaker.net

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    A site dedicated to games created using the popular RPGMaker software.

    13 RPGMaker.net alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  6. Playtester icon

    Playtester

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    Playtester is a platform that helps players discover playtests and demos across platforms like Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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  7. Mitch icon

    Mitch

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    Indie gaming is coming to mobile! With this app, you can easily install Android games from itch.io and keep them updated. This provides an alternative to the Google Play store for indie game developers and enthusiasts.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    • itch.io
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    Retrospec

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    Online community and database of retro game remakes.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Main Page
     
  10. Abandonia icon

    Abandonia

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    Abandonia is an abandonware website, focusing mainly on showcasing computer games and distributing games made for the MS-DOS system.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Main Page
     
  11. IndieGames.com icon

    IndieGames.com

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    The latest independent games news, interviews, and features, from the makers of Gamasutra.

    3 IndieGames.com alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  12. The Indie Game Magazine icon

    The Indie Game Magazine

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    The Indie Game Magazine (IGM) is an independently owned Indie Game magazine and web publication. IGM strives to provide the hottest Indie Game news, reviews and commentary for the most creative video games on the planet.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Alawar

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    Alawar is a digitial platform developed by Alawar.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  14. Reloaded.org icon

    Reloaded.org

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    Dedicated to freeware games and remakes! All screenshotted with reviews, music and extras. Frequently updated!

    6 Reloaded.org alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Main Page
     
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