
indie game dev contest


Check out the amazing indie games!
Did you know that the indie game developers at Playthrough have a chance to win $500? All of the indie developers that exhibit at Playthrough are entered into our Indie Game Dev Contest!
We love indie developers and want to shout out the winners of the game developing contest.
Congratulations to our 2024 winners!
2024 Video Game Winner: Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes
Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes is a fast-paced, retro-inspired sports arcade game that blends the thrill of jai-alai with the competitive energy of classics like Windjammers. Its vibrant pixel art and quick, strategic gameplay make it exciting for both casual players and arcade veterans. Find out more about Throwback! Jai-Alai Heroes.

2024 Table Top Winner: Rabbit Island
Rabbit Island is a charming strategy game where players explore a growing island, harvest carrots, and build thriving rabbit settlements. With its modular board and clever mix of exploration, resource management, and upgrading, every play feels fresh and fun. Find out more about Rabbit Island.


2023 Video Game Winner: Calorie Defenders
Our 2023 Video Game winner is a mix of a 2d action side scroller and a tower defense and it is fantastic! The pixel artwork and cute theme blend together so well that it's a must to add to your steam wish list. Find out more about Calorie Defenders.

2023 Table Top Winner: Fable's End


Fable's End is a beautiful card game that will blow your mind. It was a must see at the 2023 convention and since has had a successful kickstart which hit multiple stretch goals. If you missed last years con, you have to check this game out! Find out more about Fable's End.