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The 15 Best Indie Demos from Steam Next Fest (June 2026)
Jun 19, 2026
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These Summer Game Fest 2026 Predictions Are Actually SPOILERS! 🤫
Jun 5, 2026
1h 20m 08s
IGN’s 10/10 vs. The Culture: Is Mixtape Relatable to Black Gamers?
May 15, 2026
1h 23m 27s
Top 10 Best Games of 2026 (So Far)! 🏆 Our Updated Power Rankings
May 8, 2026
1h 20m 32s
Resident Evil Requiem SAVED My Fantasy Critic Team! 📈 (Standings Update)
Apr 24, 2026
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| 6/19/26 |  The 15 Best Indie Demos from Steam Next Fest (June 2026) | Forget the massive marketing budgets and the $70 price tags. It is officially indie season. Steam Next Fest is back for June 2026, and the Clique has been in the trenches all week. We took the time to sift through hundreds of free, playable demos from upcoming independent developers so you don't have to. If you are looking for the next breakout hit before it blows up on Twitch and TikTok, this is the episode for you. We are breaking down our official Top 15 Must-Play Demos from the festival. From cozy, atmospheric adventures to brutal, pixel-perfect combat, these are the games that prove the indie scene is still carrying the culture.We are spotlighting incredible titles like the atmospheric mystery of Well Dweller, the fast-paced action of Nimaat, the stylistic grit of Dusk Fade, the tactical mind games of Demon Bluff, and the heavy-hitting retro vibes of Bruisers 2D Boxing. Whether you want to relax, sweat, or get completely immersed in a new world, we guarantee there is something on this list that you need to add to your Steam Wishlist immediately.Did we miss your favorite demo of the week, or are you rushing to download our top picks before the festival ends? Drop a comment below and let us know which indie game you are most hyped for! 👇🏾#SteamNextFest #IndieGames #PCGaming | — | ||||||
| 6/5/26 | These Summer Game Fest 2026 Predictions Are Actually SPOILERS! 🤫✨ | Summer Game Festvideo game predictions+4 | — | Crazy TaxiFinal Fantasy VII Part 3+4 | — | Summer Game Festpredictions+5 | — | 1h 20m 08s | |
| 5/15/26 | IGN’s 10/10 vs. The Culture: Is Mixtape Relatable to Black Gamers?✨ | game mechanicsnarrative adventure+4 | — | Annapurna InteractiveIGN+1 | — | Mixtapenarrative games+5 | — | 1h 23m 27s | |
| 5/8/26 | Top 10 Best Games of 2026 (So Far)! 🏆 Our Updated Power Rankings✨ | 2026 gaming calendarPower Rankings+3 | — | Resident Evil RequiemPokémon Pokopia+2 | — | 2026 gamesPower Rankings+3 | — | 1h 20m 32s | |
| 4/24/26 | Resident Evil Requiem SAVED My Fantasy Critic Team! 📈 (Standings Update)✨ | Fantasy Criticvideo game reviews+3 | — | Resident Evil RequiemCapcom+2 | — | Fantasy CriticResident Evil Requiem+5 | — | 2h 24m 24s | |
| 3/27/26 | She’s Got Next: The Ultimate Black Female Video Game Character Tournament✨ | Black female video game charactersMarch Madness tournament+3 | AkayGamesTracekilla+1 | Game Clique | — | Black excellencevideo game characters+3 | — | 1h 28m 58s | |
| 3/13/26 | LIVE at BlerdCon 2026! Ranking the Most Iconic Black Characters in Gaming✨ | Black representation in video gamesiconic Black video game characters+3 | — | Grand Theft Auto: San AndreasThe Walking Dead+1 | Arlington, VA | BlerdConBlack characters in gaming+6 | — | 1h 09m 35s | |
| 2/27/26 | We Played Every Steam Next Fest Demo So You Don’t Have To! (Top Picks)✨ | Steam Next Festgame demos+3 | — | Scott Pilgrim EXDenshattack+4 | — | Steam Next Festindie games+3 | — | 1h 32m 56s | |
| 2/13/26 | Fixing the List: Top 10 Most Iconic Black Video Game Characters of All Time✨ | Black video game charactersrepresentation in gaming+3 | — | OkayPlayerThe Walking Dead | — | iconic Black charactersvideo game history+3 | — | 2h 01m 47s | |
| 1/30/26 | 2026 Gaming News Prediction Showdown!✨ | gaming predictionsvideo game industry+4 | — | Grand Theft Auto VIFable+4 | — | 2026 gaming predictionsGrand Theft Auto VI+4 | — | 1h 24m 42s | |
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| 1/16/26 | 2026 Fantasy Critic Draft!✨ | fantasy gamingvideo game draft+3 | — | Resident Evil RequiemMarvel’s Wolverine+3 | — | fantasy criticvideo games+3 | — | 2h 10m 25s | |
| 1/2/26 | 2025 Power Rankings Finale!✨ | Power Rankingsgaming debates+4 | — | DispatchMetroid Prime 4 Beyond+3 | — | Power Rankingsvideo games+5 | — | 2h 21m 59s | |
| 12/12/25 | We Didn't Get Invited to the Game Awards... So We Made Our Own!✨ | gaming awardsgame moments+3 | — | Game AwardsThe Cliquies | — | Game AwardsThe Cliquies+4 | — | 1h 46m 27s | |
| 11/28/25 | Predicting the Game Awards 2025✨ | Game Awards predictionsGame of the Year+4 | — | Game of the YearBest Fighting Game+2 | — | Game Awardspredictions+5 | — | 1h 41m 26s | |
| 11/17/25 | Let's Spoil Dispatch! (Episode 1-8 Spoiler-Filled Discussion) | 🚨 WE'RE BREAKING DOWN EVERY SECOND OF DISPATCH! 🚨Three brains, one wild ride. We kick things off with our brutally honest reviews of Dispatch and settle the eternal question: does it deserve a spot among Telltale’s greatest adventure games, or is it just another “press X to doubt”?Then buckle up for a spoiler‑packed breakdown of Episodes 1–8: every twist, every cliffhanger, every WTF moment. From FYMTBYBF to "Keep up," we leave no dialogue tree unexplored.If you love Telltale, narrative games, or watching three blerds argue over fictional morality, you've found your people. Smash that like button, subscribe for more deep‑dives, and let us know where YOU rank Dispatch in the Telltale pantheon!#DispatchGame #AdventureGames #SpoilerDiscussion #GamingPodcast #StoryDrivenGames_______________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 11/14/25 | Arc Raiders is Fire, Kirby Riders Needs to Chill and the Game Clique Awards Nominees! | Arc Raiders Impressions – We couldn’t stop playing. From epic co‑op battles to stunning sci‑fi visuals, this game had us hooked.Kirby Air Riders Preview – This upcoming release left us underwhelmed. After spending time with the preview build, we share why the chaotic design and mechanics didn’t click for us and what we hope will be improved before launch.Game Clique Awards Nominees – Our very first awards show. We reveal nominees for categories like Best Indie, Best Multiplayer, and Game of the Year.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 10/31/25 | Halo Nostalgia Trip in Seattle | Fractured Blooms First Impressions + Steam Review Chaos | This week, we packed our bags, hit Seattle, and pulled up to Halo Studios to get hands-on with Halo Campaign Evolved. Was it nostalgia? Was it chaos? Was it BOTH? 👀Then we switch gears into something a little different: our first impressions of the cozy horror indie gem Fractured Blooms... yes, it’s somehow both “aww” and “ahhh!” at the same time.But here’s the real talk: leaving reviews on Steam, Xbox Marketplace, and other platforms actually matters. So we put our money where our mouths are and left reviews LIVE on air for games we forgot to show love to. #Halo #FracturedBlooms #BlackGamers #GamingPodcast #SteamReviews #XboxMarketplace #HaloStudios #CozyHorror ________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | Power Rankings Update: Hades 2, Sonic Racing Crossworlds, Ghost of Yotei & Hollow Knight Silksong! | The Clique is back on Discord, updating the Power Rankings, our running Top 10 Games of the Year list that refuses to wait until December like everybody else. Why crown GOTY once when you can argue about it every other month?This week, we’re debating whether Hades 2 is already a lock for the throne, if Sonic Racing Crossworlds is secretly a better party game than Mario Kart, and whether Ghost of Yotei is the samurai fever dream we’ve been waiting for. Oh, and yea... Hollow Knight: Silksong finally crawled out of the shadows, so you know we had to talk about it.Expect heated debates, wild takes, and at least one panelist threatening to flip the table when their fave gets bumped down the list.0:00 Intro2:36 Old Power Rankings List5:03 Hollow Knight Silksong15:44 Donkey Kong Bananza20:26 Clair Obscur Expedition 3328:40 Assassin’s Creed Shadows33:00 Silent Hill f41:47 Ghost of Yotei49:30 Monster Hunter Wilds54:32 Break56:30 Sonic Racing Crossworlds1:00:29 Mario Kart World1:10:10 Split Fiction1:12:55 Elden Ring Nightreign1:17:35 Blue Prince1:22:05 Ninja Gaiden Ragebound1:27:38 Shinobi Art of Vengeance1:41:20 Death Stranding 2: On The Beach1:46:40 Rematch1:50:36 Hades II________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 10/3/25 | Silksong, Hades 2 AND The ULTIMATE Gaming Trivia Battle! | We're joined by my guy Groovy from The Posse as we dive deep into two of the most anticipated titles in gaming: Hades II and Hollow Knight: Silksong. We break down what’s got us hyped, what’s got us skeptical, and why these games might redefine their genres.But that’s not all... things get heated when we step into the arena for Trivia Souls, our one-of-a-kind gaming trivia showdown inspired by the souls-like genre. It’s Game Clique vs. The Posse, and only one crew can claim the crown. Will we defend the Clique’s honor, or will Groovy walk away with bragging rights?If you love gaming debates, hilarious banter, and a little friendly trash talk, this episode is for you.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 9/19/25 | Hollow Knight Silksong Review + Are Modern Games Too Hard? | We kick things off with a glowing review of Hollow Knight: Silksong, and the verdict is clear... the wait was worth it. From its fluid combat to the hauntingly beautiful world design, Silksong delivers on every promise and sets a new standard for indie Metroidvania games. But the heart of the episode dives into a bigger question: Are modern video games too challenging? Sparked by the release of Silksong and the polarizing VGC review that stirred up the gaming community, we deep dive into the ongoing debate surrounding difficulty in gaming. We look at how challenging titles like Elden Ring, Sekiro, and Silksong shape the culture, whether difficulty enhances the experience or locks out casual players, and how accessibility fits into the conversation. Along the way, we unpack the “git gud” mentality, the role of challenge in game design, and what it means for the future of gaming. If you’re a fan of Hollow Knight, Soulsborne games, or just love a good debate about gaming culture, this episode is for you.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 9/5/25 | Our Top 10 RPGs of ALL TIME | CharmCityChamp, Hinokaga, and CandieMoon go head-to-head-to-head in a lively debate over the Top 10 Best Role-Playing Games of All Time. From the timeless classic Chrono Trigger to the stylish storytelling of Persona 5 Royal, and the bold, immersive world of Expedition 33, no title is safe from praise or critique.Expect in-depth explorations of what makes an RPG truly unforgettable, engaging narratives, innovative combat systems, emotionally resonant character arcs, and groundbreaking world-building. Along the way, we share personal memories, unexpected hot takes, and a few controversial omissions that might spark your own gaming debates.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 8/21/25 | We Guess the Metacritic Scores of August's Biggest Games! | It’s late August, the air is buzzing with hype, and Hinokaga and Candiemoon are about to have the ultimate video game prediction battle. We’re going head-to-head to lock in our Metacritic score predictions for some of the biggest releases dropping the last week of August 2025: - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater 🐍 — Can this remake stealth its way to legendary status - Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World 🌌 — Double the pink puff, double the fun - Gears of War: Reloaded 🔥 — Will the chainsaw bayonet still hit as hard as we remember - Lost Soul Aside ⚔️ — Stylish action meets RPG flair — but will critics vibe with it - Shinobi: Art of Vengeance 🥷 — Ninja mastery or just another slash in the darkThe stakes? Whoever nails the most accurate guesses will be crowned the King of the Clique 👑 and earn the right to choose the topic for our next episode. Plus, bragging rights until the next big showdown. Before we threw down in the prediction arena, we kicked things off with hot takes and reviews on two recent releases: Drag x Drive and the visually stunning Sword of the Sea 🌊. Packed with gaming news, Metacritic predictions, video game reviews, and plenty of friendly trash talk, this episode is perfect for listeners who love competitive banter as much as they love great games. Whether you’re into AAA blockbusters, indie gems, or just staying ahead of the next big release, this one’s worth a listen. ________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 8/8/25 | Ninja Fans are Eating GOOD This Year! | What’s good, Clique! This week we’re serving up a stacked episode for all our fighting game heads and ninja action lovers. We kicked things off with the crew by digging into Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, the latest blood-soaked reboot that’s pulling no punches. Think precision steel meets punishing difficulty.Then it was time to go full shinobi mode. We got an early look at Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and bruh... the art style alone had us levitating. It’s sleek, it’s stealthy, and it’s got storytelling chops that feel like Kurosawa in HD.But the real main event? EVO 2025! We broke down every jaw-dropping reveal from the world's biggest fighting game tournament:- Tekken 8 officially unveiled the fighters in their next season pass- Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls showed off new gameplay footage- Ken got shadowdropped on Fatal Fury- And more!!________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 7/25/25 | Power Rankings Mid-Year Update | Join the Clique as they reconvene for the latest Power Rankings, revisiting and reshuffling their hottest contenders of 2025. Expect fiery debates, surprise entries, and nostalgia trips as we break down the strengths and weaknesses of the season’s biggest titles.Throughout the episode, they dive into titles such as Donkey Kong Bananza, Mario Kart World, Doom: The Dark Ages, Clair Obscur Expedition 33, and more. From swinging through lush jungles and mastering barrel-based puzzles to racing across global circuits with reinvented power-up mechanics, debate rages over whether Donkey Kong Bananza’s revival claims the platformer crown or Mario Kart World’s innovations secure a podium finish. Meanwhile, chainsaw-wielding action in medieval castles and the brutal atmosphere of Doom: The Dark Ages spark discussion on how it measures up against its sci-fi roots. The stylized space odyssey of Clair Obscur Expedition 33 invites listeners to weigh its arthouse aesthetic and alien enigmas as it vies for a spot on the leaderboard. They also highlight wildcard contenders and surprise call-outs—from up-and-coming indies shaking the charts and fan-favorite comebacks demanding reevaluation to honorable mentions poised for breakout status.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
| 7/11/25 | Can Xbox Be Saved? | We kick off this week’s show with rapid-fire takes on three hot releases. First, we unpack the haunting beauty and narrative twists of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Then we dive into the mobile gatcha Persona 5 The Phantom X. Finally, we suit up for Overwatch 2’s seventeenth season, sizing up meta shifts, fresh maps, and whether these changes finally stick.After our game reviews, we pivot to the big industry shake-up: Microsoft’s massive layoffs last week. We talk about the human impact on the teams behind our favorite studios and debate what this means for Xbox’s culture. As a gamer of color, I share why representation and community trust matter even more during times of corporate turmoil.In the final segment, we brainstorm solutions for restoring Xbox’s image and re-energizing its business. From ramping up support for Black and indie developers to reimagining exclusive titles that speak to underrepresented audiences, we sketch out a roadmap for rebuilding credibility. We even toss around ideas like revamped loyalty programs, studio transparency panels, and deeper partnerships with grassroots gaming orgs.________________________________Hit subscribe and leave a review so you don't miss our videos when they drop.________________________________Watch Game Clique by subscribing to our YouTube channel @RealGameClique!________________________________Follow us on Twitter, Instagram & TikTok for more exclusive content @RealGameClique! | — | ||||||
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