Our Playdate favorites. Updated March 2026.
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A Fool's Errand
A Fool's Errand
by IORAMA
Staff note: Another banger from Iorama! This precision-cranker is tough but gets a lot easier with practice — it’s so easy to get hooked as you fight your way to the top of the tower.
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The Moon is our Friend
$4$3 25% offThe Moon is our Friend
by Paige Ruten
Staff note: An astro-nomically challenging game with fun crank controls and cute visuals! Truly a challenge that will have you positively over the moon.
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Fauna
Fauna
by Cadin Batrack
Staff note: Enjoy another beautifully illustrated comic by Cadin Batrack. Different from his previous comics, The Botanist and To Dust with its linear storyline, Fauna is a short choose-your-own-adventure that you'll want to come back to experience fully.
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Echo Drop!
$8$6 25% off -
OUTSIDE PARTIES
$13$10 23% offOUTSIDE PARTIES
by Adams Immersive
Staff note: One of the coolest experiences on Playdate right now! The sound design and art are amazing. I love creepy vibes without jumpscares and this game nails that!
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SHIP HAPPENS
$6$4 33% offSHIP HAPPENS
by ZokerinoDev & GEM
Staff note: An excellent two-player experience where you can play locally as a pass 'n play game, or online with another Playdate friend!
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TheShapeThatWaits
$6$4 33% offTheShapeThatWaits
by Glowtox Games
Staff note: This rogue-like will feel uniquely different each replay with the variety of weapons and items you can find, and a changing map. It'll be hard to set down your Playdate with wanting to do just one more run.
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Twincle Tarot
Twincle Tarot
by pan-gameworks.jp
Staff note: Great for beginners who are looking for a quick casual daily reading from the major arcana, or try one of three focused three-card spreads for more in-depth revelations.
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