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When we first started working on Not Saved, we didn’t set out to create just another online magazine. We wanted to build a small, clear space that celebrates indie creativity—especially the kind that doesn’t always get seen.

In a world where attention is shaped by algorithms, sponsorships, and trending lists, it’s easy for independent projects to get lost. Not because they aren’t good, but because they don’t have the reach. Not Saved is meant to be a counterweight to that.

A Platform for Work That Exists “Behind the Spotlight”

The projects we feature are often the ones that don’t have a marketing team, a large budget, or a big audience. They might be made by a single person working late at night, or a small team building something quietly and passionately. What they share is a clear love for what they do—and a desire to create something meaningful, not just profitable.

Not Saved is designed to highlight that kind of work.

We want to give indie creators a place where their projects can be seen without being turned into a “trend.” We want to treat their work with respect, not as content to scroll past.

What We’re Trying to Build

Not Saved isn’t just a showcase. It’s a community effort. It’s a reminder that the indie world is full of original ideas, strong voices, and bold experiments. The zine is a small hub where creators can be discovered, connected, and supported.

We aim to:

• spotlight indie projects across games, comics, music, art, and more

• give creators a clean, readable space where their work can be presented clearly

• help readers discover projects they wouldn’t have found otherwise

• support a creative ecosystem that values passion and originality

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Why It Matters

Indie creators often work with limited resources, but they bring something important to culture: risk, uniqueness, and authenticity. They push boundaries in ways bigger industries sometimes avoid. Not Saved exists to recognize and encourage that.

We don’t want to chase popularity. We want to build a space where indie creators can be seen for what they are—makers, storytellers, and artists who deserve attention.