Best indie games with multiple endings

Important points

• Many indie games have multiple endings that are determined by various decisions.
• Games like
  lone survivor
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  Offers replay value along with an alternate ending.
• Title like
  Stanley's Parable
  Use multiple endings as motivation to play the main game.

Many games, though, have a clear beginning, middle, and end. But there are a variety of games that allow for various conclusions. This is mostly seen in higher budget games. But many indie games are trying this approach as well.

From the secret choice ending with Playdead's inside to the many endings in Lucas Pope's indie classic. Please send documentsThe quality of various endings can be seen across different genres in indie games, however, these endings aren't always the most diverse. and often make decisions based on binary decisions.

1 lone survivor

A 2D survival-horror game with a psychological theme.

Described as a game where choices matter. lone survivor It's a 2D pixel art survival horror game with elements of psychological horror and stealth. Despite the beauty of pixel art lone survivorHis visual style is very creepy. This is largely due to its unsettling visuals, dark tones, and unique effects.

Players who like survival horror games Stealth mechanics And some psychological horror stories might find themselves involved. lone survivor– Additionally, adding multiple endings greatly increases the replay value of the game. These endings center on the characters' mental health. which is a theme that goes along with lone survivor psychological horror

2 Please send documents

A classic indie game in a minimalist style.

Developed by Lucas Pope (who later became its creator). The Return of Obra Dinn) and launched in 2013 Please send documents It's a minimalist indie game driven by a subtle story and backed by an oppressive atmosphere. The game takes place in the fictional communist state of Arstotzka. By having players take on the role of an immigration inspector.

Although the ending doesn't have many details. But there are many endings. And each ending is surprisingly simple considering its minimalist visuals. Overall, Please send documents It provides a depressing but thought-provoking experience enhanced by multiple endings. These endings cover everything from his capture to Arstotzka's escape.

3 Oxane free

Supernatural Indie Adventure

Oxane free It's an indie adventure game driven by a disturbing atmosphere and supernatural storyline. The game's unique art style Immersive soundtrack And the otherworldly atmosphere gives players a unique experience with multiple endings.

These endings see each Oxen free Characters will reach different happy destinies. It depends on the players' decisions throughout the game. Fans of games like Night in the forest and/or Kentucky Trail Zero may enjoy Oxane freeAlthough there are definitely differences. However, for those who like this name Oxane free Recently, a sequel was made in the form of Oxenfree 2: Missing signal–

4 Stanley's Parable

A walking simulator that's bizarre, creepy and often humorous.

Launched back in 2013, Stanley's Parable It's a first-person indie game with a heavy emphasis on exploration. Although it looks simple on the outside But it's basically a walking simulator. Stanley's Parable It is elevated with an eerie atmosphere. Excellent speaker and many endings

Discovering multiple and humorous endings Stanley's Parable It's what elevates the title above the average walking simulator. The use of multiple endings as the primary motivation for the overall gameplay is particularly unique. Stanley's Parable Outstanding experience after more than a decade on the market These endings are generally achieved by obeying or disobeying the instructions of the game's narrator. and very happy to have Stanley's Parable is to find out what happens when the rules are broken.

5 Undertale

An indie RPG that's greater than the sum of its parts.

Even though its image may be naked. Undertale It's a surprisingly atmospheric experience with music. Memorable character designs and writing that is reminiscent of Undertale It is a unique RPG that allows players to practice calmness. which is an add-on that allows the game to end in many different ways.

Undertale It succeeds with its collection of colorful characters and the narrative woven around them. This results in one of three endings. These endings come from three styles of play: neutral, platonic, and genocidal. which encourages playing multiple rounds

6 inside

A puzzle game driven by a deep atmosphere.

inside is a puzzle platform game developed by Playdead (Limbo) driven by subtle storytelling and an immersive atmosphere. Sound design and art direction drive much of the experience. The same goes for the dystopian world that serves as the game's backdrop.

Several secrets can be found throughout. insideshort adventure But sweet things are hidden in dark and moody surroundings. If the player can find every secret. inside Rewarding them with an alternate ending, however, both endings are equally ambiguous.

7 Hollow Knight

Indie Metroidvania in an underground world

Hollow Knight It's an indie Metroidvania game that succeeds with well-designed combat. And more importantly, the atmosphere is realistic. which the underground world Hollow Knight Creatively and beautifully realized with art direction and imaginative character design.

The game's narrative is told with a delicate hand. Most of this is given to the player through character dialogue and environmental storytelling, and as such, it can be difficult to stumble across the many natural endings. This makes the player have to work a little harder to achieve their goals. The multiple endings make the game bittersweet. Even though the secret cutscene (Unlocked by talking to Mister Mushroom NPC) will make the adventure end more strangely.

8 Fortress

A thrilling action adventure with a powerful narrative.

This impressive release from Supergiant Games (transistor– Hades) offers players an elevated action-adventure experience with a unique and fully immersive storytelling approach. Fortress Narration is used primarily to tell the story, music, and talented voice acting. and creating a unique world. Fortress It was a very memorable experience. Binary options at the end of the game are just the cherry on top.

Although not filled with branching options and impactful decisions, Fortress There are important choices made late in the game that affect the ending. As a result Fortress Can be replayed somewhat more than usual One ending results in going back in time. while the other is a rather bitter final note.