Indie Wavemakers

Indie Toolbox 🛠️ #3: Steam Checklist Getting ready to launch your game on Steam? Here’s a quick checklist to help you stay on track from setup to post-launch. Save this for when you’re getting your game ready to ship! 🚀 #indiewavemakers #indietoolbox

In this fireside chat live at IWX 2026, our Moderator Samantha Low (Neon Noroshi) and Speakers Brian Kwek (Ysbryd Games) & Patrick Johnson (Playstack) reveal what publishers look out for when reviewing game pitches. 🎥 Check out the full panel here: youtu.be/XVUriRx_Hjg

Al Yang’s keynote at Indie Wavemakers Exchange 2026 is now available on YouTube! With years of experience as a veteran in the game industry, Al shares his insights to shed light on some of the questions you may have. 📷 Watch the full keynote here: youtu.be/i2-qLlneehw

What an unbelievable debut Indie Wavemakers Exchange! 🚀 We are absolutely blown away by the support and passion shown at our first-ever Indie Wavemakers Exchange. To every developer, publisher, and partner who joined us last Friday—thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ❤️

From a sound engineer to the Studio Creative Director behind Silent Hill f 🎙️➡️🧟 At last week's #IWX, keynote speaker and industry veteran @qqbert.bsky.social shared valuable insights into the current games landscape and where he thinks the industry is heading.

We are excited to share the games that will be exhibiting on the event floor! Make sure to check them out and give their games a try 🎮

🎯 Own Time Own Target by No Average Joe 🪖 One Mans Army by Mango Grove Software 🏝️ Paper Islands by Napping Raccoon 👻 Specter’s Adventure by EmxTech ⏹️ Square Up! By semiiiii

We are excited to share the games that will be exhibiting on the event floor! Make sure to check them out and give their games a try 🎮

Some of the weirdest games break through all the noise, and become viral sensations. How does that work? Join Jon Carnage and examine how indie games can build visibility, attract communities, connect with creators, and grow from niche projects into cultural moments🏘️🏡🏡

Take a look at the full lineup of talks, panels, and fireside chats at the very first Indie Wavemakers Exchange. IWX 2026 brings together developers, creators, publishers, and industry veterans from across the world for a full day of learning, insights, and conversation.

Discover the stories and lessons behind the success and pitfalls of the making of @cultofthelamb.bsky.social 🐑 Join Jay Armstrong, Co-Founder & Developer of @massivemonster.bsky.social, for a Q&A session that will focus on the full journey behind the massive hit, Cult of the Lamb.

Ask Jay anything about the game, such as the years of experimentation, failed projects, design iteration, finding a clear hook, working with a publisher, launch momentum, community response, and the expansion of the IP beyond the original game.

We are partnering up again to bring Charc+r Fest back! This year’s theme is all about exploring how original IP grows across mediums and creative practices, highlighting OC creators, indie art‑toy designers, and a new Gaming Zone featuring original gaming IP from local creators

We all hear about the ones that got signed, and now we bring together Patrick Johnson, Head of Discovery of @playstack.com, Brian Kwek, Founder and Owner of Ysbryd Games and Sam Low, Publishing Director of Neon Noroshi, to ask - What about the ones that didn’t make it?

Connect, learn, collaborate and unwind. Get your tickets for Indie Wavemakers Exchange, happening on July 10, featuring expert-led talks and an exclusive Pitch Clinic, made for those eager to elevate their pitch deck to an industry level.

@xbox.com has always been committed to maximizing success and exposure for independent game studios, and today, we’d like to proudly announce that XBOX is the Indie Wavemakers Exchange Presenting Sponsor! Join us for knowledge exchange and networking opportunities at IWX 2026!

Attention all Southeast Asian game developers: We are proud to be partnering with @seagshowcase.bsky.social, @ysbryd.net and @xbox.com for a special in-person Pitch Clinic and Showcase Support session during IWX 2026! Apply by 19 June, limited slots available: bit.ly/IWX2026pitch...

We’re excited to welcome @qqbert.bsky.social 楊承圃, Studio Creative / Design Director at NeoBards Entertainment, as our keynote speaker for Indie Wavemakers Exchange 2026. 📅 10 July 2026 📍 Ascent @ Catapult Event info & speakers: indiewavemakers.com/iwx-2026/ Get your tickets here: bit.ly/IWX2026tix

Al is uniquely positioned to experience how local and global culture shapes perception and gameplay design, having been influenced by working in and extensively with studios around the world; including the US, Japan, Germany, and China. Hear his insights at IWX 2026.