No Small Games

Join us in celebrating 100 episodes of No Small Games!! We're so grateful to everyone who's been along for this ride with us.It feels like we blinked and we've suddenly got 99 episodes under our belt! We pulled out all the stops for this celebratory episode, with special segments looking back at the milestones we've hit along the way, special guest appearances, and even an on-air game. It's incredibly humbling to look back on how many wonderful friends, collaborators, and community members we've gotten to know along the way. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to everyone who has been with us for this wild ride! We look forward to all the memories we'll make over the course of the next 100 episodes. Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:05:55 - No Small Games timeline and milestones00:42:25 - Why indie games matter Part 100:48:00 - Advice for our past selves01:06:42 - How we've changed as gamers01:20:00 - Why indie games matter Part 201:25:05 - No Small Games by the numbers01:38:00 - Why indie games matter Part 301:43:15 - A look back at early episode clips01:59:30 - Why indie games matter Part 402:04:00 - Game: mystery Steam reviews02:52:00 - Why indie games matter Part 502:56:30 - Listener messages Special GuestsIn order of appearance: Dave Jackson, Tales from the Backlog Kayla & Jerica, JK! Games! Luna, Luna's Gaming Log Jenny Windom, Geeks & Grounds Mike Towndrow & Kyle Stephenson, Six One Indie MarcyLaycelle Matt Storm & Gen Moonen, "Fun" & Games Podcast Chris Biagini-Foote, Honest Indies Claire & Kanisha, Date with Us Podcast Nick & Will, Friday Night Gamecast Rachel Watts, Indieventure Podcast CGDannyB, Playlog Podcast Jacob McCourt, Joseph Hooper & Luke Lewis, Crossplay Conversations Milady Confetti RoganPlaysGames Adam Gumbert, The Tier List Podcast BoPo & DiscoCola, Underplayed Podcast AJ Fillari, dotzip Andrew Valentine, Dialogue Tree Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

We're closing the book on year three of No Small Games. In many ways, this has been the year of MORE for us and the podcast. We expanded the number of articles and reviews we publish on the website, grew our Patreon offerings and community, and we got to guest on so many other wonderful shows. Similarly, 2025 was also the year of more for the indie games space, with an incredible (and overwhelming) volume of stellar games. We just can't wait to see what year 4 and 2026 have in store for us and indie gamers!In addition to giving a recap of all of the games covered this past year, in Yearbook Vol. 3 we reveal our picks for their Top 5 games from the 2025-2026 year, and the fan favorite episodes voted on by YOU! Featuring superlatives and thank you's to No Small Games supporters, this episode is a tribute to all of you and all of these impactful indie games and game developers highlighted in the third year of the show! We are so grateful to all of you who have tuned in this year, and can't wait to bring you more indie game content in the years to come! Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:07:57 - Reflections on the Year00:15:54 - Recap of Games Covered in 2025-202600:23:20 - Kate & Emily's Top 5 Favorites01:12:12 - Superlatives01:35:46 - Thank You's01:42:45 - Spring Season Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions. 2026 is not messing around with the volume of incredible indie games coming our way!! This month's roundup features a quick look at this month's Steam Next Fest, with a whole bunch of great demos to check out on Steam. We also dig into the many, many new games we've been playing, including LOVE ETERNAL, Cairn, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, and Demon Tides. This episode also features a very special interview with Neha Patel, the audio designer for the upcoming narrative deckbuilder All Will Rise.Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page.You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - February 2026 Show Notes Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:04:49 - Icebreaker Question00:13:04 - Indie Demos01:08:58 - Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator01:14:37 - LOVE ETERNAL01:23:09 - Cairn01:29:08 - Demon Tides01:33:45 - Under the Island01:40:51 - Super Battle Golf01:44:10 - Relooted01:50:39 - Dice A Million01:53:45 - RV There Yet?02:01:22 - Interview - Neha Patel Meet our GuestNeha Patel (she/her)@nehapolitan.bsky.social Neha is a freelance composer and sound designer and has worked on titles such as Venba, Eternights, Six Ages 2 and more. She recently launched The Freelancing/Money and Game Audio Newsletter, and is currently working as the sound designer for All Will Rise: A Narrative Courtroom deck builder about taking a billionaire to court for the murder of a river.Check out Neha's work on:Bluesky Neha Patel Audio Bandcamp Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Tiny Bookshop, by Neoludic Games, is a cozy management game where you sell books to the quirky but kind residents of Bookstonbury. With a caravan hitched to your tiny car, a load of books, and a dream of a peaceful life, you left your hometown to open your caravan bookstore. You'll meet friendly townsfolks and recommend books to them based on their preferences. You might even become a central member of this tightknit community by the end.In episode 60 of No Small Games, Kate and Emily get to explore their fantasy life of peace and quiet by the sea, in their discussion of Tiny Bookshop. The two share their thoughts on the book recommendation mechanic, which features a library of real book titles, authors and descriptions. You'll hear how the two feel about the Bookstonbury townsfolk, and which resident in particular got on Emily's case the most. We hope you love our final episode of our third year of the show! Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:08:52 - Boss Battles00:21:52 - Tiny Bookshop Discussion01:36:10 - Game Ratings01:41:14 - One Small Thing01:45:27 - Next Game Announcement Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com

Welcome back to the NSG Indie Game Roundup, our monthly series featuring indie games news, plus game demos and new release discussions. Not to startle anyone, but we're officially one month into 2026, and the indie hits keep on coming! This roundup is absolutely packed with demos for upcoming games in 2026 that you'll want to keep your eye on. Prepare your wishlists, folks! We also have a ton of new releases to discuss, including both high profile and under-the-radar titles. But first, we have big news: the No Small Games girlies have been officially inducted into two Fantasy Critic leagues for their first season. We're talking draft results and strats!Also, huge thanks to our newest Patreon supporters! In addition to other fun perks, members on Patreon get early access to all of the Indie Game Roundup episodes. If you love No Small Games and would like to support us in growing the show, while also unlocking fun, exclusive content, you can check out our Patreon page.You can find our full show notes, including links and shoutouts, on the No Small Games site: Indie Game Roundup - January 2026 Show Notes Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:07:02 - Icebreaker Question00:16:53 - Indie Game News00:32:13 - Demos01:14:45 - Marble Odyssey Sandbox01:20:52 - THE SPIRIT LIFT01:30:44 - The Artful Escape01:37:20 - DEAD LETTER DEPT.01:42:35 - Winter Burrow01:49:20 - Skate Story01:55:35 - The Roottrees are Dead Keep in touch with us on social media: Kate's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/katerblossom.bsky.social Emily's Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/aspecificegg.bsky.social No Small Games Bluesky ✦ https://bsky.app/profile/nosmallgames.bsky.social No Small Games Instagram ✦ https://www.instagram.com/nosmallgames  Want to learn more and weigh in on what games we should play in future episodes? Check us out and leave a game suggestion at nosmallgames.com