For an indie game to succeed is already a dream come true—but waking up to find your creation suddenly among the year’s highest-rated games? That’s the kind of story even the developers themselves can barely believe. Just one day after its release, Denshattack! from Undercoders not only surged to the top of Steam’s New & Trending and Bestsellers charts, but media reviews have also been climbing steadily. The dev team took to social media to share their reaction, admitting they were “completely losing their mind” over the results.
Released Just One Day, Already Among 2026’s Highest Rated
Denshattack! brings high-speed action to players, who control trains gliding, jumping, and performing tricks through a neon-lit futuristic Japanese city. Its distinct Jet Set Radio and Tony Hawk vibe quickly caught players’ attention. The game not only maintains an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam but has also become one of the year’s highest-rated new releases—far exceeding the development team’s original expectations.
Sharing their feelings on social platforms, the developer said they simply woke up, checked the numbers, and suddenly found Denshattack! had become one of 2026’s highest-rated games. They admitted they genuinely had no idea how to react to the overwhelming response.
Overnight Sensation: Indie Games Do It Again
Indie games keep delivering delightful surprises, and Denshattack! proves once again that unique gameplay can stand out among AAA titles—even without a massive budget. Based on player and media reactions so far, this title could easily become another dark horse hit of the year.
For the developers, they originally just wanted to create a game they’d enjoy making. They never expected to wake up to a “best of the year” level report card. That kind of surprise is probably every indie developer’s dream come true.