Nov 1, 2024
If you want to share a unique Stardew Valley or Animal Crossing themed gift this year, look no further. Browse some super adorable themed gaming merch and so much more – browse my shop to see my entire collection and on Etsy here.
Stardew Valley Gardening kit & Stardew Valley Gaming Mat
This Stardew Valley inspired DIY gardening kit comes with everything you need to grow your own beautiful plant. The printed weather proofed ceramic pot has a drain hole and a tray so that you can safely water your plant friend. The print features a wide variety of characters and memorable scenery from the game. The kit includes a reusable zipper pouch, a bamboo gardening stake to name your plant, instruction cards, stickers and so much more!
Animal Crossing Themed Gardening kit – Tiny Garden Pals
Much like the Stardew Valley kit, everything is custom made with the tiny world of Animal Crossing that fits in the palm of your hand in mind. Perfect to grow the included seeds or a succulent of your likings. It comes with a tiny shovel, made for the kit, the tiny planter is last imprinted so it won’t fade, it also has a drainage hole and a bamboo coaster. There is a small canvas soil bag themed after Leif. A no fail instruction card along with a tiny bamboo plant stick also themed after our gardening friend Leif from Animal Crossing.
Animal Crossing themed Coin Purses… and more!
This super soft Animal Crossing inspired Coin Purse comes in the design inspired by everyone’s favorite video game. Choose between a midnight blue Fossil, golden Bell Bag or the ever adorable Celeste from ACNH inspired coin purse. If you want to go for the ultimate fan bundle you can choose the tripple pack that includes all three of them, perfect for gifting or to keep all to yourself.
And so much more…
- Jan 19, 2026
Snap Quest is a cozy photo-taking adventure game where you return to Star Island to help your grandmother reclaim her lost research. Years of her hard work have mysteriously disappeared. Become an island researcher and wildlife photographer to help her out. Solve puzzles, take pictures of new critters, and save your discoveries in your journal. Explore diverse biomes day and night to see what discoveries you can make.
You’ll also need to restore the island. Snap Quest will have you decorating, rebuilding, and shaping the island’s future through your choices. Get to know the locals, too. They can help you unravel the mystery of the lost research. Something very strange is happening on Star Island and it’s up to you to figure out what and how to stop it!
Release Date
Snap Quest will release later this year on Steam. In the meantime, add it to your Wishlist. Then, check out the demo. It’s tons of fun!
- Jan 14, 2026
In Forever Ago, you play as Alfred as he sets out on a road trip adventure. He’s just faced a tragic stroke of fate and decided to travel north to find redemption. As you play through this single player road trip, you’ll encounter a world of beauty and deep feelings. Experience a nuanced story that explores broken dreams, loss, and regret while also highlighting the good things like friendship, courage and hope. There’s a lot to learn along the way, too.
As you drive north in Forever Ago, you’ll encounter a variety of people. Talk with them and learn their stories, beliefs, and see what struggles they carry. Explore stunning environments, too. Take in the sights of serene forest lakes and dusty desert landscapes. Interact with objects to learn about your surroundings and the people who live there. Even solve environmental puzzles and take pictures with your trusty instant camera to document your journey.
And you can pet the dog!
Release Date
Forever Ago is set to release on Steam some time soon. Add it to your Wishlist now to be notified of its release.
- Jan 12, 2026
The influx of tiny, but awesome desktop games continues with Eggo! This cute little game is all about raising an adorable creature. From egg to independent parent all of its own, you’ll be involved every step of the way. Explore, dress up, decorate, and more in this casual life sim. But don’t just stop at one! See how many different ones you can collect.
Start by adopting your very first egg in Eggo. Watch it hatch, then raise it to adulthood by feeding and caring for it. Eventually, your little friend will set off on adventures. The more you type, the more it explores, so have your Eggo out when talking with friends or typing up essays! The Eggo will collect treasures as it wanders, and you can sell those treasures for money. Buy cozy furniture and fun outfits for your little creature to wear with your hard-earned cash. Mix and match over 100 different outfits and appearance options. Choose from ear shapes, eye colors, fur, and more to style your critter.
You can even find a partner for your pet in Eggo. Scout out the ideal partner for your pet, and when the two fall in love, a new creature is born! Through breeding, you’ll unlock fun new traits. There are even some super-rare genes to discover. So, mix and match your Eggo with unique partners to get all kinds of fun genetic combinations!
Release Date
Eggo is coming to Steam on January 15th. Add it to your Wishlist now. And don’t forget to check out the demo first!
- Jan 9, 2026
In Catto’s Post Office, you play as Catto, the adorable feline postal delivery cat. Your job is to deliver the mail throughout your vibrant little town. Help out fellow residents, then see if you can complete some hidden achievements, too.
Short and Sweet
I must have missed that the developers clearly state that Catto’s Post Office only has about an hour of gameplay. I was disappointed when I finished the game so quickly because I wanted more of this cute little game. The storyline is wholesome. Exploring the cute, brightly-colored town is fun. Even meeting the residents and finding what micro-activities I can do was nice. I would love to have a bigger town with more to do.
However, the hour I played Catto’s Post Office was truly an enjoyable hour of my day. The game is an excellent palate cleanser as far as games go. It’s short and sweet and lacks any type of pressure to complete. I recommend playing when you need a bit of a breather, because this game is super chill!
Where to Find
You can find this sweet game on Steam now! There are plans for a Nintendo Switch release, too.
- Jan 8, 2026
Have you ever wondered how to make your boring grilling experience an exciting tower defense game? With your skewers, of course! Skewer Squad is a cute and quirky tower defense game with a little chaotic roguelite sprinkled in. You’ve been chosen as the Grill Master and must face a horde of… mice? These furry little menaces want to chew up everything in sight, so you must defeat them!
In Skewer Squad, the grill is your battleground, and your skewers are your towers. Move the skewers around to tackle the horde of mice. Shoot, bounce, splash, and boop your way through 20 minutes of fast-paced defense fun. Get creative with over 20 Grill Masters and their unique skills. Mix and match 40+ ingredients to create the ultimate defensive team. And use over 100 seasonings and items for powerful boosts to defeat those pesky mice!
Skewer Squad Key Features
- 20+ Grill Masters with unique skills to anchor your playstyle
- 40+ ingredients (foods that split, bounce, knockback, etc.)
- 100+ seasonings & items for wild, random boosts every run
- Single-player, family sharing, accessibility options
- Blazing fast & addictive: “A minute to learn, a lifetime to master!”
Release Date
Developed by indie studio Fake Owls, it’ll launch for just $5.49—super affordable for endless replayability!
Skewer Squad will release on Steam next month! Add it to your Wishlist to be notified, and check out the demo in the meantime.
- Jan 7, 2026
Mixtape is a unique look into the nostalgic past as you experience the beautiful story of three teenage friends. It’s their last night of high school and they embark on one last adventure together before they go their separate ways. Set out to one final party with your friends and take a journey down memory lane. Experience nostalgic aimlessness, mischief, and the bittersweet feelings of growth as you experience the teenage years.
In Mixtape, you’ll get to go skateboarding down gorgeous tree-lined roads. Take photos at an abandoned theme park and put on a fireworks show from the backseat of a car. Even experience such teenage hallmarks like the first kiss and the school dance. Backed by a soundtrack featuring The Smashing Pumpkins, Iggy Pop, Joy Division, and more, you’ll live through the highs and lows of adolescence. So, prepare for a wonderfully written narrative full of friendship and teenage antics!
Release Date
Mixtape is set to release on Steam and Xbox sometime in 2026. Add it to your Steam Wishlist now!
- Jan 5, 2026
Moonlit Horizons is a farm sim with some roguelike elements to keep things fresh. In this lovely game, you have received an invitation to the First Continent because you’ve been experiencing some weird things. You’ve seen shadows walking with no body and heard whispers come from the bottom of the well. So, to figure out what’s been happening to you and to uncover mysteries of the world, you move to a small plot of land on the First Continent.
In your new home, in Moonlit Horizons, you’ll plant and harvest seasonal veggies or magical plants. Go fishing, raise animals, and even train your new furry friends so they can evolve. Explore dungeons, cook and brew potions, discover spells, and uncover mysteries. Each playthrough is unique, too. No two farms are alike. The contents of treasures, the order of festival prizes, NPC gifts, and what you find on your land are all shuffled every time you start a new game. Plus, there are plans for romance, bug catching, sticker collecting, a second town, and more to be added. All of this promises some grand adventures!
Release Date
Moonlit Horizons is coming to Steam. There is no projected release date, but you can add it to your Wishlist. You can also check out the official roadmap on the developer’s website!
- Jan 2, 2026
The title Gemporium: A Cute Mining Sim really tells you all you need to know about this game. You play as Moel, a small mole who has taken over his grandmother’s gemporium business. Spend your days mining for precious gems, refine them so they shine bright, then sell them in your shop. Sounds easy and relaxing, right? It is! Even if you have a million-dollar debt hanging over your head!
Mine, Refine, Sell, Rinse, and Repeat
Your days are time-limited and are specifically laid out so you can only do certain things at certain times. Despite that, Gemporium really is relaxing. The mornings are for mining and refining. The afternoons are spent selling your sparkly wares. The evenings are for talking to Grandma, who is such a character, and buying upgrades. Easy and structured, but you can turn on Cozy Mode if you don’t want timed days at all!
I enjoyed the repetition of Gemporium. Every day was structured, so I knew what to expect. This made for the perfect game to just turn my brain off and play. The mines are easy to navigate, and mining by hand is a relaxing chore. Upgrades helped make each process far more enjoyable, too, by increasing abilities. Even repaying the debt was hassle-free because there really was no pressure to meet deadlines. If you miss a payment day, interest is added, but earning money is not difficult. Soon enough, you’ll have more than enough.
Final Thoughts
Gemporium is on Steam now. There’s also a demo you can try out, and the game is Steam Deck verified! I think this game is perfect for gamers who love to lose themselves in the ease of a routine. It’s cute, it’s relaxing, and it’s a great gameplay experience. I give it
