Day of the Devs presented 20 indie games during its Summer Game Fest showcase on June 5, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with Geoff Keighley hosting the digital event that highlighted emerging and established independent developers.
Quick Facts
- 20 indie games featured in the Day of the Devs Summer Game Fest presentation
- Event held June 5, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre
- Hosted by journalist Geoff Keighley
- Day of the Devs is a non-profit organization celebrating indie game creativity and diversity
The showcase included a mix of upcoming titles spanning multiple genres, from platformers and roguelikes to narrative adventures and puzzle games. Games like 33 Immortals, a co-op roguelike supporting up to 33 players, launched into full release on June 10, while others like Trine 6: Together in Time are scheduled for September 17.
Notable titles included Screenbound, a hybrid 2D and 3D platformer that combines first-person exploration with a Game Boy-like 2D device, along with Threads of Time, a throwback RPG inspired by classics like Chrono Trigger. The showcase also featured creative concepts such as Lazy River, a co-op first-person shooter set in a space waterpark, and Ithaca, a narrative RPG where players drive a rideshare vehicle while solving a mystery.
Day of the Devs showcases 20 indie games at Summer Game Fest 2026
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Several games are scheduled for later in 2026, including Tenebris Somnia in October and Dreadmoor in Q4, while others like Bub, N Plus Infinity Times Two, and Slap Out of It are slated for 2027 releases. The non-profit’s mission centers on celebrating the creativity and diversity of video games while giving a voice to emerging and underrepresented talent in the indie space.
Sources
- Game Informer — comprehensive list of all 20 games shown, release dates, and developer information
- Summer Game Fest — event date, time, and venue confirmation
- Day of the Devs — organization background and mission statement
