May is the month to gear up for summer showcases and events, but until then, we have a wide range of games to enjoy. April brought us several standout titles, like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, while May offers a diverse lineup, from beloved cozy games to city-builders and thrilling action titles that will hook you instantly. Without further ado, here’s our list of 12 indie games we’ll be playing this May.
Pixelshire
Release Date: May 8, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Cozy RPG
Pixelshire takes you to the vast continent of Arcadia, where you can explore enchanted landscapes, uncover hidden treasures, fish, mine precious ores, and shape the world to your liking. The terraforming mechanic allows you to create unique settlements, with every detail customizable, from the layout of fields and houses to decorations and pathways.
Yes, Your Grace 2: Snowfall
Release Date: May 8, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Management RPG
In this altered reality, where monsters are omnipresent, enemies more challenging, and allies on edge, your royal duty is inevitable and must continue. You must restore the trust of your people, protect your family and survive the coming winter. Dive into a world steeped in Slavic folklore, where enchanting characters will greet you with challenges or humorous moments, and consider the intentions of your allies and decide whether you will fulfill their wishes.
The Precinct
Release Date: May 13, 2025
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Genre: Sandbox Shooter
In The Precinct, you take on the role of rookie officer Nick Cordell Jr. set in 1980s America. The game challenges you to navigate a city plagued by warring gangs, urban decay, and police corruption as you strive to restore order. Patrol the city, handle a variety of procedurally-generated crimes, from minor offenses like parking violations to major incidents like bank heists, all in an effort to keep the citizens safe.
Yasha: Legends of the Demon Blade
Release Date: May 14, 2025
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch
Genre: Action Rougelike
The game combines Japanese-inspired art with Roguelite mechanics. You will explore a vibrant world influenced by traditional Japanese culture while engaging in challenging battles that require skill, strategy, and adaptability. Throughout your journey, you’ll have the opportunity to gather various types of upgrade items. Beyond weapon components, you’ll also come across ingredients for gourmet recipes.
House of Legacy
Release Date: May 15, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Action Rougelike
In House of Legacy we found ourselves at the helm of our surviving kin. Since rebel forces breached the city walls, we decide to embark on an arduous journey to seek refuge. After arriving in a county seat untarnished by chaos, it’s time to use tactical skills to ignite the flames of a nascent dynasty. Your choices will fashion a new empire from the very stones of your vision.
Blacksmith Master
Release Date: May 15, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Simulator
You’ll start as a small, humble workshop that can grow into a bustling forge, producing swords, armor, kitchenware, and jewelry. Every item begins as raw material, such as ore mined from quarries or wood from forests. Resource management is key to keeping production running, and your decisions, whether to invest in worker camps or expand your workshop, will directly impact your business’s success.
9 Kings
Release Date: May 19, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Roguelike kingdom builder
Build your city into the most powerful of all kingdoms through endless combinations of buildings, units, spells, and positioning. Take advantage of chaotic combos and powerful perks to break the game and become overpowered. Grow your kingdom in strategic ways, prepare for dozens of unique events, and show the world your kingdom can outlast all others.
JDM: Japanese Drift Master
Release Date: May 21, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Racing / Open-world
Of course, no racing game is complete without beautiful and fast cars. In JDM: Japanese Drift Master, you’ll have access to fully licensed models from renowned Japanese manufacturers like Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru, with more to be announced in the future. Every car can be upgraded both mechanically and visually, and each will handle differently on the road. You’ll feel its weight when taking sharp turns or braking at high speeds, adding to the realistic driving experience.
Monster Train 2
Release Date: May 21, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Deck-builder
Monster Train 2 builds on the foundation of its predecessor while adding a wealth of new content. The game’s vertical three-floor battle system returns, but now you must adapt to new environments and challenges beyond the Gates of Heaven. The game introduces five all-new playable Clans, each with unique strategic advantages and battle styles. With hundreds of new and familiar cards, including Room Cards, Equipment Cards, and fan-favorite Neutral Cards, players can experiment with countless synergies to build unstoppable decks.
City Tales – Medieval Era
Release Date: May 22, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: City-builder
This medieval city-building simulator features a complex economic system with an impressive 50 different resources and over 60 building types. Thanks to its advanced 3D procedural engine, every structure in the game takes on a unique appearance, creating a vibrant and dynamic world that evolves organically based on player decisions.
Cattle Country
Release Date: May 27, 2025
Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Genre: Simulator
Cattle Country blends wholesome slice-of-life gameplay with action-adventure elements, offering a vibrant take on the Wild West. You step into the boots of a pioneer building a new life in the fictional Hill Valley, where daily tasks include farming, mining, fishing, and crafting. From tending cattle to constructing a homestead, the game captures the hard work and rewards of frontier living under the vast blue skies.
Nice Day for Fishing
Release Date: May 29, 2025
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch
Genre: Fishing RPG
Engage in fearless fishing battles to fulfil quests, increase your strength and unlock spells to use against your aquatic adversaries. Equip the right bait for your catch, and time your attacks perfectly to ensure flawless victory. Be wary of the boss fish looming in the deep, who will truly test your skills.
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