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Jul 25, 2024
If you’re unfamiliar with the excellent Roots of Pacha, developed by Soda Den, it’s a beautifully designed farming sim set in the stone age. Play as your own customized character as you help your community and farm precious crops and raise adorable animals. Take some time to fish, gather resources, and learn new ideas to make life easier. Get to know your fellow tribesmen and work together with them to improve the tribe. The survival of your people hinges on teamwork, but making friends and falling in love can be just as important! Even explore the mysteries the world has to offer. You may even find some new powers that will help you in your journeys.
The 1.2 Update
Here in just a few short weeks you’ll be able to experience the excitement of the 1.2 update, too. This update adds more perks to bonding with pets. They will fetch items from different areas of the map, like red meat or herbs. You can even choose a pet to become a trusty mount so you can glide across the landscapes and reach destinations faster! Then there’s the new watering system. Early on, you can discover the idea for the “olla”. The olla is a pot that sits in a hole in the ground and can be filled with water. It will then water the surrounding 8 plants for up to two days before needing a refill. This early idea makes running your farm much more efficient sooner than before.
The Roots of Pacha update also adds in some new features for your children, making them far more interesting. A school is a new idea that lets you send your toddler off to learn skills. Enrolling a child in school also allows them to grow into school-age kids and become active members of the tribe. They’ll hang around the village and have unique dialogue interactions now. Plus, you can dress them in new clothing sets, change their hairstyles and hair color, and see them at festivals. Building the school also unlocks learning stations that will have your children do various chores around the farm. So, this update turns your children from just an event to experience into useful new NPCs!
The 1.2 update doesn’t stop there, though. Enjoy two new locations union ceremonies, plus you can kiss your partner. Once they move in, they’ll get up in the morning when you do so you can chat with them before heading out for a long day of exploring or farming, and they’ll have new dialogue. Or if you prefer not to date anyone and don’t want to sit through romantic cutscenes where the NPCs confess their feelings, you can turn that off! The setting will be located in Settings>Gameplay and can be turned off at any point in the game. You will also have the opportunity to save the game at any time instead of being forced to finish a day and sleep through the night to save. And then there will be several QoL changes to help make the game even more enjoyable and fun for you!
Release Date
The Roots of Pacha 1.2 Update is releasing July 31st on Steam, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. However, that isn’t the only big news, as it’s also releasing on Xbox consoles the very same day! So, if you haven’t played the game yet, or are a returning player, there’s no time like now to start a new save!
- Jul 25, 2024
Developed by Humble Reeds, Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge is a super relaxing simulation game that focuses on restoring nature and collecting frogs. Step into the beautifully illustrated wetlands of your childhood that have been reduced to nearly nothing over time. Alongside an old childhood friend, work hard to restore the wetlands to their former glory and make it the perfect safe haven for all the adorable frogs!
Restore the Wetlands
The first step in creating an inviting refuge for all the cute little frogs is restoring the wetlands. To do this, you need to work hard to dig ponds for the frogs to relax in. Each pond also attracts different kinds of bugs that you use to tame the different frogs. Plant native foliage to harvest berries, cattails, and other items from. Then, use those crops to create special products like jam to sell. You need money to turn the sanctuary into a fabulous refuge for frogs, after all!
Collect Frogs
As you get the wetlands in Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge running, you’ll start seeing all kinds of different frogs show up. In fact, there are over 500 frogs to collect! You’ll encounter victulus, doblex, zebra, leopard, smoky, and sparkly types of frogs. Each kind also has a huge number of different color combinations to discover, too. There’s even some rare colors for you to unlock through the breeding mechanic! To breed frogs you pick which two frogs you want to breed together, then play a simple little tic-tac-toe game using one of a few different genetics. It’s a fun and engaging way to breed critters. Pick from the colors or the pattern to place on the board and play against the computer to see what kind of frog turns out!
Place different furniture options like beds, swings, or even a wheelbarrow in the sanctuary to attract more frogs. Feed bugs to the amphibian friends who show up to tame them and see them come back to visit. Even take pictures of them sitting comfortably in chairs, triumphantly standing on tables, or floating happily in the wetland ponds to build up your Frogdex more. As the refuge grows in size and success, there will even be new people who come around to help out with different services, like repainting furniture. So, you can set up the absolutely perfect refuge for your frog friends all the way down to the color of the toys and furniture!
Kamaeru is currently on Sale!
You can find this lovely little creature collecting game on Steam now – where the game is currently on sale!! You can also pick Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge up for your Xbox or Nintendo Switch.
- Jul 17, 2024
Farlands, developed by JanduSoft and Eric Rodríguez is your chance to own your very own planet! You were seeking a lifestyle change and the chance just fell in your lap. In fact, this old, abandoned planet is selling for a steep discount! So set out on an exciting adventure on your worn-out ship and accompanied by an assistance bot to start a new farming endeavor in a far corner of the galaxy!
Take on the usual tasks of clearing out weeds, chopping down trees, and gathering stones. However, you’re not surrounded by the plant life you’re used to. It’s some fantastic alien plant life! Your goal is to take this abandoned planet and turn it into a thriving homestead. So, Grow a variety of fun-looking crops. Set out on an exploration mission to see the surrounding planets. Take some time to relax with fishing. Also get to know a cast of quirky locals who chose to continue living in such a remote part of the galaxy!
Release Date
Farlands is coming to Steam July 25th! Plus, it is coming to the Nintendo Switch at some point in 2025.
Little-Known Galaxy is another adorable and space-based farming game you should try!
- Jul 4, 2024
Princess Maker 2 is a classic simulation game where you play as a father who raises a beautiful daughter the stars gifted you. Raise your little girl over the span of eight years. She grows from a sweet ten year old child into a lovely eighteen year old woman. Her dream in life is to become a princess, but you’ll need to choose correctly and raise her right!
The Remaster
The charming Princess Maker franchise kickstarted the social simulation genre all the way back in 1991. Only a few years after that was Princess Maker 2 released for the first time. Now, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the sequel, a remastered version of the game is releasing. Princess Maker 2: Regeneration is a lovingly updated release. This redone version features some great new updates to bring the classic into the modern gaming sphere.
Princess Maker 2: Regeneration has beautifully redrawn animations with high resolution. Takami Akai, the original designer of the franchise, redrew several scenes. Additionally, these redraws are in a similar style to the PC-98 version to keep the original charm. This includes a remastered ending and also vacation art. Plus, there’s a brand new opening animation by Yonago Gainax to get you into the excellent raising sim’s story. There’s been a great improvement to the English localization.
So, the remastered version is the perfect opportunity for new and old players!
Release Date
Princess Maker 2: Regeneration releases on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation July 10th! You can add the game to your Steam Wishlist to be notified of its release, too.
Mushroom Musume is another cute daughter raising sim.
- Jun 27, 2024
SPYxANYA: Operation Memories is an exciting adventure game based on the popular anime and manga Spy x Family. In the game, you play as the cute and mischievous Anya as she tries to complete a school assignment. Her class has been instructed to create a photo diary full of memories. Spend your days filling in that diary in classic Anya fashion!
During the week, participate in daily classes at the esteemed Eden Academy. There, you’ll meet your fellow classmates including Damian and Becky. In the evenings, spend time with Yor, Loid, and loyal Bond. The weekends are where you’ll really get to make memories, though! Go on 10 different exciting family outings to the beach or visit the art museum for some culture. While you’re out, keep an eye on subjects worthy of being photographed for your school assignment.
Find something that piques your interest? Take a picture of it. Pretty butterflies, swings you enjoyed swinging on, and other fun sights can all serve to fill your picture diary. SPYxANYA: Operation Memories has more than just photography, though! There are 15 different minigames you can play. These minigames are inspired by the anime, but some are originally created specifically for the game. You can earn over 80 pieces of clothing, accessories, and hairstyles to dress up Anya, Yor, Loid, and Bond in. Dressing them up can further enhance your special photographs, too!
Release Date
SPYxANYA: Operation Memories is launching June 27th on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation!
If you enjoy photography games, but prefer fun little critters, check out Flutter Away. And if you just like the peaceful adventure of photographing whatever you see, then Lushfoil Photography Sim might be for you.
- Jun 26, 2024
A Little to the Left is a relaxing game all about organizing. Play through 100 unique logic puzzles featuring charming illustrations and satisfying gameplay. Play through levels at your pace and in whoever order you choose. Each puzzle has multiple solutions, so you aren’t forced to figure out the singular way to solve. The puzzles are all hidden among common household items, too. Organize books, the kitchen junk drawer, chess pieces, and so much more. You can even utilize the Let It Be function to skip puzzles that have you stumped. Or use a hint to help you along!
Now, developer Max Inferno and publisher Secret Mode, have announced a brand new DLC to add even more cozy puzzle fun to A Little to the Left! This new DLC, called Seeing Stars, adds 33 new levels for you to enjoy. These new levels are a mixture of multiple solutions type puzzles and traditional organizational puzzles. There are also 5 new bonus levels to complete. Fold, flap, crush, join, stick, bounce, stack, strum and smash your way through each of these pleasant puzzles. Each level has up to five different possible solutions, with 100 total different intriguing solutions to uncover. As you play the levels, keep an eye out for collectible stars. There are 100 in total to collect. You’ll even get to see some cute kitties as you tidy up!
Release Date
You can pick up the fabulously relaxing A Little to the Left: Seeing Stars on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch now!
- Jun 20, 2024
Moonstone Island is NOW AVAILABLE on Switch!
It’s now finally out on Nintendo Switch, so you’ll be able to take it wherever you go!
For PC players, you can also check it out on Steam.
- Jun 20, 2024
Times & Galaxy is a vibrant and quirky interplanetary adventure game developed by CopyChaser Games. You play as the brand new intern at the Dorp system’s favorite regional holopaper, Times & Galaxy. You’re even the very first robot reporter to write for a newspaper, too, so don’t waste this opportunity to become something incredible! Take on different assignments, journey to other planets, interview witnesses, and construct engaging, informative articles. If you work hard, you might be able to prove you belong on the staff full time.
During any given cycle, you have the choice between a few different assignments, all with their own intrigue. Cover a mysterious shuttle crash, let the world know about the intersolar cat show, or even attend a ghost funeral. Choose your assignment, then set off to a new planet to take in the scene. Interview sources. Investigate the scene and dig up clues as to what happened. Then, use the information you gathered to write your story using the Build-a-Story™ tool. Your tone and the quality of the article matter for your success, as does your ability to gather all of the relevant information. Were you a diligent reporter bot, or did you slack on gathering clues?
Of course, Times & Galaxy isn’t all about interviews, gathering clues, and publishing articles. Your fellow staff all live and work on the Scanner, the spacebound newsroom. Then, between assignments, you can explore your workplace and get to know your fellow crew members. There are over 20 colorful and unique employees for you to get to know, including writers, photographers, pilots, and more. Encounter aliens of all kinds right in your newsroom as your fellow employees hail from all corners of the galaxy, and also possesses their own personality and stories for you to get to know.
So, take off on an exciting interplanetary adventure full of fun characters and use your investigative abilities to dig up the best and juiciest information for stories. Your future as a reporter depends on it!
Release Date
Times & Galaxy is finally releasing everywhere, too! June 21st you’ll be able to pick up a copy of this excellent game on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
If you want more newspaper fun, try News Tower!
