"Yesterday the IGF announced the 8 student showcase winners for its 15th annual awards from its over 300 entries. Each winner will receive $1,000, a spot on the GDC show floor and is eligible for the $3,000 Student Showcase grand prize at the IGF in March. " - Mike Gnade
These aren’t nostalgia grabs or gimmick-laden throwbacks. They each bring something genuinely fresh to the table, mechanics that feel baked into the exploration and combat, not just tacked on.
Play as Dik, a nimble acrobat exploring the depths of Hell to rescue his brother from the Devil’s hands. With no weapons to rely on, success hinges on mastery of physics-driven movement, and quick adaptation to deadly obstacles.
GDC 2025 has revealed the finalists for the 27th annual Independent Games Festival (IGF).
