Day of the Devs 2024: Upcoming Indie Gems for PlayStation – PlayStation.Blog

Thirteen years ago, Day of the Devs was created to celebrate the vibrant world of indie video games. Since its inception, this event has been a platform for showcasing hundreds of unique and innovative games, be it through physical gatherings or virtual presentations, all offered freely for developers and attendees. This year, we proudly became an independent 501c3 non-profit, allowing us to continue our mission of supporting game developers and spotlighting the magical stories they create.

Today, we hosted the Day of the Devs: The Game Awards Edition showcase, and we’re thrilled to highlight some fantastic titles from the event that are coming to PlayStation.

### Bionic Bay

Bionic Bay, crafted by Mureena & Psychoflow, presents beautiful, high-detail pixel art coupled with precise platforming and physics-based chaos. Players navigate an ancient biomechanical realm brimming with fabulous technology and lethal traps.

The game introduces a groundbreaking swap mechanic paired with realistic physics, opening up fresh interactions with the environment. Players can manipulate gravity, swap places with objects or foes to maneuver, defend, or mount attacks, all while traversing intricate maps.

This enthralling game immerses players in an ancient, biomechanical universe full of imaginative devices and enigmatic technology, brought to life through gritty pixel art and atmospheric sound design. Bionic Bay is set to make its PlayStation debut on March 13, 2025.

### inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories.

In inKonbini: One Store. Many Stories., you step into the life of Makoto Hayakawa, experiencing a week behind the counter in a charming small-town convenience store. This third-person single-player game invites you to discover the hidden joy and fascination in everyday tasks, engage in meaningful exchanges with customers, and unfold their unique stories set in the early 1990s.

This soothing, narrative-rich game highlights a varied cast of characters, each with their own charming idiosyncrasies and purchasing habits, making every interaction special. The game offers a deep, interactive narrative driven by multiple dialogue options, centering around the Japanese philosophy of ‘ichi-go, ichi-e’ (one time, one meeting). This heartwarming indie experience is expected to arrive on PlayStation in the near future.

### Ultimate Sheep Raccoon

Ultimate Sheep Raccoon is a lively bike-racing party game where you and your friends have the chance to construct a circuit filled with ramps, obstacles, and traps! Navigate dangers, perform wild tricks, and use power-ups to outpace the competition. Whether playing locally, online, or cross-platform, up to 8 players can race through chaotic obstacle courses, pulling off stunning stunts.

Developed by Clever Endeavour Games, this exciting game was announced during the showcase and will be making its way to PlayStation soon, promising a fun-filled gaming experience.