India's Detective Dotson Featured in Steam's GDoCExpo Sale

Steam has kicked off its GDoCExpo Sale, bringing discounts on a wide range of independently developed games with a strong spotlight on diversity and innovative storytelling. The sale, which runs until September 22, is part of the Game Devs of Color Expo, an initiative dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in game development worldwide.

Among the highlighted titles is Detective Dotson, a homegrown Indian indie that continues to gain traction for its unique cultural flavour and storytelling style. The game, which made waves with its first chapter, returns with fresh visibility at this event, underscoring India’s growing role within the global indie landscape. By featuring in a curated showcase like GDoCExpo, Detective Dotson stands as a representative of how Indian developers are carving space for local narratives on international storefronts.

The broader line-up includes globally popular indies such as Pacific Drive, Chessarama, Amarantus, LightBreak, Choo Choo Survivor, Idle Waters, and Keylocker. These games bring together a mix of genres, ranging from narrative-driven adventures to roguelike survival and experimental RPGs, appealing to a wide cross-section of Steam’s player base. For players in India, the sale means easier access to international indies at competitive pricing while offering an avenue to support domestic creators like the Dotson team.

The inclusion of Indian titles also highlights how platforms like Steam and initiatives such as GDoCExpo are recognising South Asia’s creative output. While markets like North America and Europe traditionally dominate indie visibility, the growing presence of Indian developers signals a diversification of global gaming voices. Past successes of Indian indies have often been limited to niche recognition, but Detective Dotson’s push into mainstream spaces could set a precedent for similar titles emerging from India.

With just days left until the sale concludes, Indian gamers have the opportunity not only to grab deals on familiar international favourites but also to directly support creators representing local stories. For an industry still building its foothold, campaigns like the GDoCExpo are crucial for bridging Indian game development with a global audience hungry for fresh perspectives in indie gaming.