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  • svgMar 18, 2025News

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    The Petit Island Physical Edition for Nintendo Switch, PlaysStation and Xbox is now finally available!

    If you aren’t familiar with the adorable cat focus game yet, then you are in for a treat!

    In Petit Island you’ll spend your days exploring a tropical and very gorgeous island paradise filled with adorable villagers. Embark on an unforgettable adventure and uncover the many mysteries hidden on this beautiful island.

    You will indulge in a heartfelt story as your grandpaw was once a brave and adventurous cat who spent years exploring the island and going on many adventures. He has so many stories to tell about his time on the island, but he left that exciting life behind years ago when he moved to the city. And now, his memory is fading. All that remains of those stories of courage and expedition are what you, Lily, remember from growing up with those tales. 

    Explore the towns and cities, create lasting memories as you take pictures with the locals, document the wildlife you encounter and even get to know and help out the locals – as they may also aid you on your journey.

    Petit Island Physical Edition is now Available!

    You can grab Petit Island with its beautiful box art at your favorite retailer now! Check out the lovely trailer below! It is also currently celebrating a Sale on Steam at the time of publishing this article!

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  • svgJan 5, 2025Indie Highlight

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    Research Story is an adorable pixelated addition to the farming sim genre. Exotic plants and animals have been spotted near the quaint town of Shimmerbrook, which has attracted a lot of new settlers. In fact, the Violet Archive is there to keep a record of development of the area, and they’re looking for new researchers. That’s where you come in! 

    You’ll explore Shimmerbrook to discover new plants and animals since it’s up to you to help the Violet Archive. Grow crops to learn about what environments they thrive in, and plan your farm layout to support their growth. You even get to raise a variety of animals, who will give you perks to help in your farming. And of course you’ll get to befriend the townsfolk and craft items and decorations to build your perfect home. 

    Research Story has just undergone an exciting transformation with a massive update, introducing an astonishing 29 new shimmer versions of all animals, a brand new greenhouse, additional decor slots, and so much more!

    Step into the role of the town’s new researcher and embark on a charming adventure in Shimmerbrook, where your mission is to explore and uncover new plants and animals. It’s now your responsibility to support the Violet Archive in its quest for knowledge.

    Research Story is a delightful farming simulation game that invites players of all ages to dive into a vibrant world brimming with exotic plants and animals just waiting to be discovered in your quaint hometown. Cultivate a variety of crops and learn about the unique environments they thrive in, while strategically planning your farm layout to ensure their optimal growth.

    You’ll also have the joy of raising an array of the cutest animals, each providing you with helpful perks to enhance your farming experience. Plus, don’t forget to connect with the diverse and intriguing villagers who call the nearby town home. Fully personalize your farm by crafting unique items and decorations, allowing you to create your dream homestead. Embrace the adventure and make your mark in Research Story, where every day brings new discoveries and endless possibilities!

    Play Research Story today!

    Research Story is currently in early Access and you can find it on Steam. There you can also find a free demo for Research Story!

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  • svgDec 27, 2024Indie Highlight

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    The Wylde Flowers Team unveiled their latest creation, Wylde Society, a captivating period drama simulation infused with a touch of magic!

    Wylde Society offers an incredibly cozy experience where you can immerse yourself in a whimsical world at your own pace. As you step into this enchanting realm, you’ll host and befriend a diverse array of characters while crafting your very own Boarding House.

    Here, you’ll organize and plan delightful social events for your friends, transforming your space into the ultimate gathering spot. Your journey begins with the exciting task of building, decorating, and managing your unique Boarding House.

    Each guest brings their own charm—some may only stay briefly, while others might find a home with you for years to come. It’s your responsibility to ensure they feel comfortable and cherished during their stay, providing all the comforts needed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

    In addition to running your charming Boarding House, you’ll have the opportunity to orchestrate a variety of elegant social events. From delightful high tea parties to sophisticated dinner gatherings and even enchanting romantic balls, the possibilities for creating memorable moments are endless! When you’re not busy hosting guests or mingling at social events, the magical world around you awaits your exploration. With a natural talent for magic, you’ll easily connect with spirits who may require your assistance with various tasks.

    And who knows? Along your journey, you might even encounter and adopt delightful magical pets that will add an extra layer of charm to your adventures. Prepare to embark on a whimsical journey filled with creativity, friendship, and a sprinkle of magic in Wylde Society!

    Wylde Society Release Date

    The game does not have a release date yet but you can already wishlist the game on Steam!

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  • svgNov 26, 2024Indie Highlight

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    Bloomtown just received a fantastic quality of life update—transforming an already amazing game into something even better!

    For those who haven’t yet explored this delightful pixel gem, Bloomtown may appear to be your typical charming little town—peaceful, picturesque, and perhaps a touch too tranquil for the adventurous spirit.

    You can spend your days by the cozy lake, relaxing fishing, befriending the townsfolk, or even unwinding at the local yoga studio.

    But don’t let the serene atmosphere of this cozy town mislead you! Beneath its charming surface lies a world that’s far spookier than you might expect. There’s a hidden side to Bloomtown that invites you on a grand and unforgetabble adventure!

    Quality of Life update brings fans most requested changes

    Players have been sharing feedback and thoughts on their experience with the game and the developers listened! The latest patch brings many small, yet meaningful improvements that have a big impact on the gameplay!

    New tutorials have been added as well as an always run option, something that many players wanted! Additionally the English localization has been improved, the team also squashed a lot of bugs, take a look below to see everything new in the latest patch.

    Bloomtown Patch Notes

    • Added manual saves – Save anytime out of combat
    • Added option to toggle running as always on
    • Some improvements in balance 
    • Added Auto On\Off hints option
    • Added training fights in velvet room 
    • Added delay before selecting in dialogs 
    • Rework art and obstacles in house tree dungeon 
    • Some improvements in pause menu 
    • Fixed some cases where the achievement was not given for getting all the other achievements
    • Fixed steam builds crashing when steam API is not initialized 
    • Fixed game breaking after loading from battle scene 
    • Fixed some localization issues 
    • Fixed statistic on the LVL up screen is not correct 
    • Strongly improved localization into English 
    • Reworked and fixed some cut-scenes 
    • Some other small fixes and improvements

    Bloomtown is available on Switch, Steam and Consoles!

    If you already own the game, make sure to download the update. If you haven’t played Bloomtown: a Different Story yet, I recommend checking it out, at the time of writing this article the game is still celebrating a sale on Steam!

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  • svgNov 21, 2024Indie Highlight

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    Spirit City: Lofi Sessions has just rolled out an exciting free update, bringing a delightful array of new content that makes the game even cozier—perfect for the holiday season!

    The Winter Wonderland update has transformed Spirit City into a magical Winter Wonderland!

    Get ready to meet a brand new Spirit that will not only bring you joy but will of course join you in your activities.

    If you’re not yet familiar with Spirit City: Lofi Sessions yet, this charming video game is more than just a game—it’s a productivity tool that transforms your daily routine into a cozy and inviting experience. In Spirit City, you can customize your own room, crafting a warm and peaceful atmosphere that makes it easier to focus on your daily tasks or simply unwind after a hectic day.

    The Winter Wonderland update makes Spirit City even cozier, there are tons of new decor items that let you turn your space into a festive sanctuary! You can even decorate your fireplaces and sip a cup of cocoa just next to it.

    There are garlands, wallpapers and other festive decor items to help you really express your own style for the holidays!

    The free update also introduced adorable new clothing items for your avatar, ensuring you look festive and fabulous this season!

    To elevate your holiday spirit, there is also a brand new holiday playlist that will fill your surroundings with the sounds of the season.

    The highlight of the update is the new Spirit, Twintail is happy to just chill with you on your bed while you read a book, sit by the bay window and enjoy the snowflakes dance from the sky.

    Spirit City Future Updates

    The developers have teased an upcoming Expansion Pack that will bring the joy of cooking into Spirit City! Spirit City received many free updates since the game first launched. In addition to introducing new festive items in the recent Winter Wonderland update the developer has us looking forward to the Cozy Kitchen DLC – a whole new culinary adventure!

    Spirit City: Lofi Sessions Winter Wonderland Is here!

    To celebrate the release of the free update Spirit City is currently also on sale on Steam!

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  • svgNov 8, 2024Indie Highlight

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    Welcome to the delightful realm of the new Coffee Caravan Ice Cream World, where every scoop is as scrumptious as it appears! Prepare yourself to indulge in an array of mouthwatering treats, from luscious Strawberry Shakes to delightful Ice Cream Sandwiches, and of course, the ever-popular Sundaes! Your sweet tooth is sure to be satisfied!

    But that’s not all! You’ll also meet a diverse group of enthusiastic customers, each eager to taste your innovative creations. Ice Cream World elevates the Coffee Caravan experience, transforming it into a warm and inviting café where you can serve a variety of delectable treats to a charming cast of hungry patrons.

    Kick off your coffee and ice cream-making adventure with a cozy little trailer and the most basic equipment. You’ll need to serve your customers swiftly before their patience runs thin, allowing you to earn money and grow your business.

    As you master the art of serving, completing a full run from start to finish will reward you with a larger trailer! Plus, you have the chance to decorate your space to make it irresistibly cute and cozy, while arranging your equipment to optimize your workflow. And with the roguelite elements, every playthrough offers a unique twist, ensuring that no two experiences are the same!

    Each time you dive into the game, the stages you encounter, shopping opportunities, and bonus gifts will vary, keeping the excitement alive. Plus, you can choose from different difficulty levels: cozy for a relaxed vibe, normal for a balanced challenge, or hard for those ready to test their skills!

    So, gather your friends and family, and embark on this sweet journey in Ice Cream World—where fun and flavor await everyone! Enjoy the magic of ice cream-making and create a cozy haven that your customers will adore. Let the adventure begin!

    Coffee Caravan and The new Ice Cream World are out now!

    You can start satisfying your sweet tooth and jump right into the new Coffee Caravan Ice Cream World on Steam today!

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    svgNov 1, 2024Animal Crossing

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    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…

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  • svgOct 30, 2024Indie Highlight

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    Welcome to Orange Season where a beautiful open world, a colorful cast of villagers, adorable animals and a heartfelt storyline are waiting for you.

    You finally got yourself a plot of land and you are ready to begin a brand new adventure in Orange Town. Start farming by planting your very favorite crops, raise a bunch of different cute animals such as cows, goats and chickens just to name a few – and of course meet the many villagers that make this town so very special.

    Orange Season offers the traditional farming elements, grow crops, care for animals and befriend the many villagers, you will of course be able to grow and sell all the delicious vegetables you have been working so hard to grow. If the busy farm life is not keeping you occupied enough, you can also spend some time to customize and repair your farm on your path to own the most beautiful and biggest farm in the town.

    But where Orange Season sets itself apart is the huge world. Orange Season invites the player to explore more than 100 hand drawn areas. You can explore mountains, forests, caves, lakes, deserts and much more.

    You can fully personalize your adventure by creating and dressing your own farmer and even decorate and expand your own home as well as your farm. Choose from a massive list of decor and furniture to create the ultimate cozy home experience.

    But working your farm and building up your own homestead is a lot of work, so don’t forget to take a break every now and then to explore the beautiful and huge hand drawn world that surrounds your cozy new place you get to call home.

    Play through an engaging and emotional story line as you make friends and maybe even find love. 

    Experience four stunning seasons where you will also have the choice to take part in the many different festivals that feature not only fun mini games, but also provide a  chance to get to know and help out your lovely neighbors. 

    If you are looking for a new cozy game for this fall, Orange Season might be your new obsession, it is NOW out on Switch, Steam and consoles! 

    Orange Season Release Date and Platforms

    Orange Season is now finally available on Nintendo Switch, Steam, PlayStation and Xbox!

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