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Triple‑i Fall Showcase Delivers Playable Demos and 2027 Timelines

The stream focused on indie and solo teams to boost visibility through live playtests and publisher collaborations.

Overview

  • The fall Triple‑i showcase presented a broad slate of new reveals and immediately released dozens of demos and playtests on Steam and other stores to let players try indie games right away.
  • Organizers and developers confirmed concrete 2027 launch plans including Among Us Story: On Guard for mobile, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 and Windows PC on Feb. 17, 2027 and Outward 2 entering early access on Feb. 8, 2027.
  • ReVamp from the studio behind Moonlighter was given a March 25, 2027 PC date and opened a first playtest, while The Escapists 3 was announced for 2027 as the series' first 3D entry with chibi characters on major consoles and PC.
  • The showcase highlighted crossovers and partnerships that widen indie reach, such as a Subnautica 2 crossover DLC for Dave the Diver in early 2027, Critical Role talent joining Rockbeasts, and a new deckbuilder from Gwent designer Damien Monnier.
  • By pairing clear release windows with hands‑on builds, the event aims to drive wishlists, early sales and community feedback that small teams can use to refine games before wider launch.