• 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.

• The Moon is our Friend
  $4 $3 25% off

  The 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.

• 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.

• Echo Drop!
  $8 $6 25% off

  Echo Drop!

  by GrimPros Games

  Staff note: A great rhythm game that you can't miss!

• OUTSIDE PARTIES
  $13 $10 23% off

  OUTSIDE 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!

• SHIP HAPPENS
  $6 $4 33% off

  SHIP 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!

• TheShapeThatWaits
  $6 $4 33% off

  TheShapeThatWaits

  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.

• 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.

• Staff Picks - October 2025 Page

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