What are indie video games?

Indie video games are like little toy boxes that clever kids make on their own, no big factories needed.

Imagine you have a set of building blocks. Instead of just making the same tower everyone else makes, you decide to create something totally new, like a flying castle or a robot that dances. That’s what indie game makers do. They use computer tools and their creativity to build games that are unique, sometimes even surprising.

Most big video games are made by huge teams in big companies, like how you might make a giant Lego city with many friends. But indie games are usually made by just one or a few people, like when you and your best friend build a secret hideout in the backyard, small, but full of personality.

Because they're made by one person or a small group, indie games can be wild and different. You might find a game that looks like it was drawn with crayons, or one that plays like a puzzle you never knew you needed. They're like the fun surprises in your backpack, not always what you expect, but always exciting!