Everything Revealed During Triple-i Initiative 2025 Indie Showcase

Everything Revealed During Triple-i Initiative 2025 Indie Showcase
Source: Askiisoft
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Key points
  1. Triple-i Initiative 2025 occurred on April 10, 2025. 
  2. Various titles were announced alongside updates. 
  3. Katana Zero is receiving a free DLC update.

Triple-i Initiative 2025 Indie Showcase occurred on April 10, 2025. The showcase event allows independent studio to band together to share exciting news for their upcoming and existing titles.

The trailer for the new Katana Zero free DLC update received the highest view count among the revealed trailers, passing 10,000 views within the first two hours of posting.

Here is a list of all the trailers revealed during Triple-i Initiative 2025: 

Neverway – World Premiere Trailer 

Neverway - World Premiere Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“After quitting her dead-end job, Fiona starts over on a farm and becomes the immortal herald of a dead god. Make friends, fight through horrors and pay your debt inNeverway, a nightmarish life sim RPG.”

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core – Gameplay Trailer 

Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core - Gameplay Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“DEEP ROCK GALACTIC: ROGUE CORE is a spinoff of Deep Rock Galactic with a roguelite twist. The roguelite twist means you start from basics in each mission and cooperatively build up powers and abilities for the team, sometimes leading to insanely overpowered builds and other times to spectacular flops.”

Tears of Metal – Open Beta Trailer 

Tears of Metal - Open Beta Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Paper Cult is revealing a new gameplay trailer featuring a blood-pumping animated sequence that will get you in the mood to carve your way through hordes of enemies. The trailer delivers the high intensity that defines the game. But even more exciting: we just released the first public beta on Steam! Come try your hand at this epic hack-and-slash roguelike, whether solo or online with friends.”

SacriFire – Release Window Trailer 

SacriFire - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Experience the stunning new story trailer for the SacriFire, a role playing game by Pixelated Milk! Embark on an epic quest as Ezekiel, a devoted young bishop of the god Sheol, who must recover the sacred Malkora and cleanse Antioch from heretics.”

ENDLESS™ Legend 2 – Early Access Release Window Trailer 

ENDLESS™ Legend 2 - Early Access Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Check out the brand new gameplay trailer for ENDLESS Legend 2, the next turn-based strategy game from AMPLITUDE Studios and Hooded Horse. Bare witness as the denizens of Saiadha battle for supremacy over this doomed oceanic paradise and seek to unravel the mystery that lies at the planet’s core. We’re also delighted to share news regarding the early access release date.”

Frostrail – World Premiere Trailer 

Frostrail - World Premiere Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative


“Revealed at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase 2025, the 3rd party publishing arm of Shiro Games Shiro Unlimited (Northgard, Wartales, Dune: Spice Wars, Ale Abbey) partners with developer FakeFish (Barotrauma) to create Frostrail, the first-person shooter, open-world survival crafting game arriving on Steam Early Access for Windows PC in 2026 with English, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Polish, Portuguese – Brazil, and Simplified Chinese language support.”

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault – Release Window Trailer 

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Dear merchants and adventurers. If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the day when you can once again join Will—the beloved shopkeeper by day, dungeon-crawler by night—from the original Moonlighter in his next grand adventure, the wait is nearly over!”

Star Birds – Demo Trailer 

Star Birds - Demo Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Star Birds Demo Announced! Exciting news for fans of automation and building games: The highly anticipated, cheerful asteroid base-builder, Star Birds, is getting a public demo this June! Developed by Toukana Interactive, the creators of the indie-hit Dorfromantik, in collaboration with the globally renowned YouTube channel kurgesagt – in a nutshell, Star Birds brings their signature vibe to a whole new level. Lead your colony of spacefaring birds on a mysterious journey through the galaxy.”

Escape Simulator 2 – Demo & Gameplay Trailer 

Escape Simulator 2 - Demo & Gameplay Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“We’re excited to reveal Escape Simulator 2, the sequel to the best-selling escape room game! For the first time, players can see a glimpse of the game in action, exploring new rooms, solving intricate puzzles, and experiencing fresh gameplay mechanics.”

Outbound – Closed Alpha Trailer 

Outbound - Closed Alpha Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

”Outbound’s closed Alpha will launch on Monday, April 14th! Be part of it and join the ride via our website www.squareglade.games! Build your own home on wheels and live sustainably off-grid. Craft workstations and power supplies, source energy from the sun, wind, or water, upgrade and customize your vehicle, grow crops, and explore a colorful world.”

Enshrouded – Thralls of Twilight Trailer 

Enshrouded - Thralls of Twilight Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Following a successful first year in Early Access and 5 major content updates, Keen Games will be presenting for the first time exclusively at the Triple-I Initiative event the upcoming content update “Thralls of Twilight”. Players can expect to take a first peak and means to confront them.”

Timberborn – Update 7 – Ziplines & Tubeways Trailer 

Timberborn - Update 7 - Ziplines & Tubeways Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Wait, is that a beaver riding a zipline? In Timberborn Update 7, the post-apocalyptic beavers bring the wonders of modular urban transit to their settlements. Folktails hop onto ziplines and traverse the wasteland high above the ground while the Iron Teeth speed around through the water-sealed tubeways.”

BlazBlue Entropy Effect – Couch Co-Op & Dead Cells Crossover Trailer 

BlazBlue Entropy Effect - Couch Co-Op & Dead Cells Crossover Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“We’re excited to announce a new multiplayer mode – couch co-op (2 People on 1 Same Device), releasing soon! Additionally, stay tuned for our official cross-over with Dead Cells, bringing a free character from the Dead Cells universe to BlazBlue Entropy Effect later this summer.”

OPUS: Prism Peak – Release Window Trailer 

OPUS: Prism Peak - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“OPUS: Prism Peak is a narrative-driven adventure game where you play a weary photographer who finds himself caught outside of reality. Using your old camera, you’ll explore an ethereal realm and its ties to the world you left behind, uncover its mysteries, and ultimately find your way home.”

Blacksmith Master – Release Date Trailer 

Blacksmith Master - Release Date Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Blacksmith Master reveals its release date – May 15, 2025. It won’t be long before you’re ready to manage your own medieval smithy and supervise the entire process from mining ores and gems to designing and selling finished products.”

Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era – Release Window Trailer 

Heroes of Might & Magic: Olden Era - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Heroes of Might & Magic is back! Olden Era is a new installment of the renowned series of turn-based strategy games, where action takes place in the world of Enroth, on the continent of Jadame — mentioned but never explored in a Heroes of Might & Magic game before.”

Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor – 1.0 Release Date Trailer 

Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor - 1.0 Release Date Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“The hit DRG Spinoff Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is finally releasing into 1.0 on September 17th, 2025! After more than 1 year in Early Access, the game has grown tremendously with more missions, biomes, features, and much more.”

The Alters – Release Date Trailer 

The Alters - Release Date Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Jan Dolski was a simple worker until a certain space mission program tempted him to take the risk of a lifetime. Or rather—many lifetimes. When the mission goes awry, he—and the players—will soon discover that survival depends on creating alternate versions of Jan.”

SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed – World Premiere Trailer 

SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed - World Premiere Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“The ‘Mario Kart of 2D platformers’ prepares for a glorious return as tinyBuild announces SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed at the Triple-I Initiative showcase. Coming to Steam in 2025, this sequel to the beloved indie hit will pit players against each other in cutthroat running races in colorful locations across the globe.”

over the hill – Gameplay Trailer 

over the hill - Gameplay Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Explore, navigate, and uncover the vast wilderness in over the hill, the newest installation from the creator of art of rally. Ramble your way through varied biomes inspired by real-world locations, from valleys to mountains and everything in between. Drive iconic vehicles from the 60s to 80s by yourself or with friends through challenging trails and beautiful scenery.”

Super Fantasy Kingdom – Release Window Trailer 

Super Fantasy Kingdom - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Super Fantasy Kingdom continues building up towards a new release date – with the Human Kingdom and the Undead Kingdom on full display, the vast asymmetry of this roguelite city builder is on full display. Defeat hordes of monsters with a unique team of defenders (regardless of which Kingdom you choose to lead) as you harvest, build, mine, cook, brew, and grow.”

X4: Foundations – Diplomacy Update Trailer 

X4: Foundations - Diplomacy Update Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Prepare to navigate the complex landscape of interstellar politics with the upcoming Diplomacy Update for X4: Foundations. This free base game update will introduce new strategic elements, allowing players to engage in diplomacy like never before. At the heart of this update is the Embassy, a new facility where Diplomats can be brought together to represent their various factions”

Rematch – Release Date Trailer 

Rematch - Release Date Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Rematch Takes the Stage at the Triple-i Initiative! Get ready to put your skills to the test in Rematch! At the Triple-i Initiative, we’re unveiling an exciting new gameplay trailer, revealing the official release date and the launch of pre-orders.”

Vampire Survivors – Emerald Diorama & Coop Update Trailer 

Vampire Survivors - Emerald Diorama & Coop Update Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Become a Showstopper of SaGa legend in Vampire Survivors: Emerald Diorama. The expansion is based on Square Enix hit franchise SaGa and is out now on Steam, Epic, Xbox, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Android and iOS (excluding Apple Arcade) for free.”

IKUMA – The Frozen Compass – World Premiere Trailer 

IKUMA – The Frozen Compass - World Premiere Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“1864, an uncharted island in the Arctic. Cabin boy Sam and loyal husky Ellie are stranded in the unforgiving cold. Endure the harsh elements, uncover a bleak mystery and find your way home and to yourself. Play solo as both characters or cooperatively with a friend. Your survival depends on your friendship! IKUMA – The Frozen Compass will launch on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in 2026!”

shapez 2 – Dimension Update Trailer 

shapez 2 - Dimension Update Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“A major update for Shapez 2 is coming, bringing with it the construction of multi-layer 3D factories, reworked train mechanics and various quality of life improvements. Welcome to Shapez 2 – The Dimension Update! You can now build platforms across multiple floors to create even more complex assembly line constructions.”

V Rising – Invaders of Oakveil Gameplay Trailer 

V Rising - Invaders of Oakveil Gameplay Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“A new threat descends on the world of V Rising in this major update! In the wooded wilds of Oakveil, the Venom Blades sink their fangs into the land, performing dark rituals and draining the nature of its vitality.”

Necesse – The Forgotten Depths Trailer 

Necesse - The Forgotten Depths Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Necesse shadow drops new update: The Forgotten Depths introducing a new biome, economy changes and much more.The breathtaking new Plains Deep Caves are sure to give new and returning players a whole new take on Necesse biomes as you know them. But be wary, something foul is amiss in the caves and you never know what might be lurking in the forgotten depths.”

Duskfade – Gameplay Reveal Trailer 

Duskfade - Gameplay Reveal Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Fireshine Games is thrilled to reveal Duskfade, a wondrous new 3D action-platformer coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam in 2026.”

Morbid Metal – Release Window Trailer 

Morbid Metal - Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Get ready for visceral action! Screen Juice is thrilled to announce that Morbid Metal, our highly anticipated Hack ‘n’ Slash, Character Action Rogue-Lite, will be launching into Early Access this summer.”

The Eternal Life of Goldman – Yasunori Nishiki Announcement Trailer 

The Eternal Life of Goldman - Yasunori Nishiki Announcement Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Prepare for a sonic evolution! We’re honored and delighted to introduce our legendary roster of music composers for The Eternal Life of Goldman, who are responsible for orchestrating incredible pieces of auditory art.”

Into the Fire – Gameplay Trailer 

Into the Fire - Gameplay Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“Today, we are revealing the first gameplay video of Into the Fire, a disaster extraction survival with arcade elements that will explode in Steam Early Access later this year. Into the Fire will have you braving fury of nature as you face volcanic demons on Dante’s Archipelago.”

CloverPit – New Gameplay & Demo Trailer 

CloverPit - New Gameplay & Demo Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“We’re excited to announce CloverPit. The demonic lovechild of Balatro and Buckshot Roulette, this rogue-lite traps you in a hell of your own creation.”

No, I’m not a Human – Console & Release Window Trailer 

No, I'm not a Human - Console & Release Window Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“No, I’m Not a Human is a horror game where you take on the role of one of the few humans who managed to survive in a post-catastrophic world. The surface is now roamed by creatures disguising themselves as humans, trying to infiltrate your last stronghold of safety.”

VOID/BREAKER – World Premiere Trailer 

VOID/BREAKER - World Premiere Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“VOID/BREAKER is an Adrenaline-Fueled Roguelite FPS. Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle.” 

Katana ZERO – Free DLC Trailer 

Katana ZERO - Free DLC Trailer | The Triple-i Initiative

“This isn’t a Chronos hallucination – the free Katana ZERO DLC is finally nearing completion. Get ready to continue Zero’s journey right where it left off – and glimpse into his murky past.”

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