Episode 17: Q1 Steam Sales Rankings Deep Dive: Global Indie Triumphs & Osaka's Hidden B-Grade Gourmet

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Steam sales rankings for the first quarter (January–March) of the year. Analyzing data from Game Discover Co., we explore how the PC market is being dominated by a diverse wave of global indie titles. From Sweden and Poland to Georgia and Armenia, we discuss how unique concepts—like a voice-activated horror game where you must actually chant spells, or a physics-heavy medieval combat simulator—are capturing players' hearts worldwide. What can Japanese publishers learn from these global trends?Plus, stick around for our signature "B-Grade Gourmet" segment! This week, Ochify shares his recent culinary discovery from the basement of the Umeda Station Building 3 in Osaka: a retro Western-style restaurant called "Nespa" and their legendary, sauce-free cream croquette, the "Colopet."<References>Jan26 Steam Post-release Chart⁠Feb26 Steam Post-release Chart⁠⁠Mar26 Steam Post-release Chart⁠