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HURRY! Only 24 hours left to pre-order our February edition! Featuring an interview with the creators of Cairn and a handy guide to camping in the new year, inspired by Cozy Grove 🏕️ Ships early February 💌 🔗 in bio

I’m an old horse, yet I’m excited like a kid. 😁 @thepatchmag interviewed me about keeping a gaming journal and featured it in the January issue. 😍 I’m really touched, and I still can’t quite believe it. Thank you kindly. 🎉 #PatchMagazine #gamingjournal

This month, our Level 3s received an adorable sticker sheet for new year journalling 📝 Thinking of levelling up? Head to your account on our website (or easily create one using your subscription email) and navigate to 'manage subscription' 💌 #cozygaming #journalling

In this issue: 🥾 Learn how to becoming an adventurer with @Gamebakers, creators of cover game, Cairn 🏕️ Create your own Cozy Grove (@spryfox) with our camping guide inspired by the game 🕊️ Pick up a new hobby in bird-watching as Patch plays Flock Around (@SecretPlanGames)

🏔️ FEBRUARY COVER REVEAL! 🏔️ New year, new adventures! Climb, roll, and fly your way through February with this edition’s line-up… Available to pre-order NOW - 🔗 in bio! #patchmagazine #covereveal #indiegames #cozygaming #cairn

Qué hermoso ver una nota ✨ en papel ✨ de nuestro juego <3 Para una que creció leyendo revistas de videojuegos, esto es una locura. @thepatchmag

Dear Patch fam, Thank you for sticking with us and supporting our small team in 2025. We appreciate every single one of you! ❤️ Happy Holidays! ✨ Warmest Wishes, Patch Magazine team

Today is your last chance to pre-order our January issue! 🌴 Head over to patchmagazine.co.uk to get your copy 💙 #magazine #patchmagazine #indiegames

🌴 JANUARY COVER REVEAL! 🌴 Our first cover of 2026 is graced by On-Together: Virtual Co-Working! ☕💻✨ More in this issue: 🍜 Chat with Gigapuff + a rainbow popcorn recipe 🐕 How Haven strengthens real-life bonds 🎲 Games for non-gamers 📓 DIY gaming journal tips

✨ Runners-up: Blue Prince | @dogubomb Sorry We're Closed | @akuparagames Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | @SandfallGames

👏 Patch of Approval 👏 Category: Game of the Year 🏆✨ Celebrating the best standout indie titles that defined the year! 🌟🎮

🏆 Winner: R.E.P.O. | @semiworkstudios A gripping, unforgettable experience that rose above the rest - congratulations to the Game of the Year winner!

✨ Runners-up: Wanderstop | @IvyRoadGames Fruitbus | @krillbite Fireside Feelings | @Team_Empreintes

👏 Patch of Approval 👏 Category: @SafeInOurWorld x Patch 💙✨ This category highlights games that foster emotional wellbeing, compassion, and moments of calm. Indies that remind us to breathe, reflect, and feel safe in the worlds we explore. 🌿🎮

🏆 Winner: Neva | @nomadastudiobcn A heartfelt, visually stunning adventure that explores love, loss, and healing through a moving bond between a girl and her mystical companion. 💙

✨ Runners-up: Tape Man by Sam Clayson Games Pumpkidex | code.ronan, @2close2the2unn , JackMyGoodMan, @fireboundfox @monetti_w P-A-T-C-H by Amorph Studios

👏 Patch of Approval 👏 Category: Patch Game Jam 🧩✨ This category spotlights the standout creations born from our community game jam. ⚡🎮

🏆 Winner: Patchventure by EverBro, Lamphi, SirSmir, daslime A game where you need to patch your broken map to save your loved one 🥀⚔️

✨ Runners-up: to a T | @uvulaLLC Nice Day for Fishing | @FusionPlayGames The Roottrees are Dead by Evil Trout Inc.

👏 Patch of Approval 👏 Category: Community Champion 🤝✨ This category features indie games selected by our wonderful Discord server. 💬🌟