Tag: Casual

If you’re looking for a game that won’t take up too much time or brain space, come browse the Thumb Culture news pieces and reviews of the latest casual games.

Trash Goblin Coming To Early Access
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Trash Goblin Coming To Early Access

Indie game developer Spilt Milk Studios has revealed that their upcoming wholesome shopkeeping game Trash Goblin is coming to Steam Early Access on November 6th. Don’t want to wait that long? Well the good news is there’s a new demo coming to Steam Next Fest running from October 14th-21st. One Goblin's Trash... Trash Goblin is a wholesome & cosy shopkeeping game with a twist! You play as a goblin who uncovers and restores trinkets. Find peculiar knickknacks by chipping away at the dirt and cruft they're embedded inside. Scrub them up nice and clean with your sponge to get them ready for sale. Customise your newly replenished goods by combining trinkets together to meet the eccentric requests of your endless array of colourful customers. Invest your savings to upgrade your shop, buy...
Recycling Center Simulator – PC Review
PC Reviews

Recycling Center Simulator – PC Review

Recycling Center Simulator is a first person, management simulation game developed by Balas Games and published by PlayWay S.A. Yes, it is exactly the game you think it is, and it released on Steam today! The World Needs Recycling, And I'm Reaping All The Benefits I’m no newbie to simulators, nor to PlayWay S.A. In fact I recently reviewed two of their other sim games Crime Scene Cleaner and Gym Manager. Personally, I think PlayWay S.A. are trying to publish a game for just about every job out there, and I’m here for it. Now, time to briefly dabble in helping the planet in my next digital career in Recycling Center Simulator. Gameplay As soon as you open Recycling Center Simulator the game throws the player right in to get started. Via the computer, you must find a scrap deal t...
Critter Café Open For Business In November
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Critter Café Open For Business In November

Your morning coffee is about to get a lot cuter! Creature raising, café management game Critter Café will be opening its doors from 26th November on PC and Nintendo Switch. Developer Sumo Digital and Publisher Secret Mode have also announced a Critter Café demo! The demo will be available as part of Steam Next Fest on 14th -21st October. About Critter Café When a mysterious portal in your new home reveals a long-lost Critter stuck within you must help them. Set out to rescue every unique Critter and build a welcoming café for townsfolk and Critters alike. 35 Critters are waiting to be saved from mysterious portals, each with a new puzzle to challenge your wits. Once saved, Critters can be invited into your café, free to roam as you pour coffee and deliver cakes to customers or serving as...
Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024
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Magical Bakery opens its doors in November 2024

Preheat the oven for a delightful experience as SOEDESCO and SUPERLUMEN announce the release of Magical Bakery! Releasing on November 7th in both digital and physical formats for Steam, Epic Games Store, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a world of magic... be a baker! Welcome to a magical, flour-filled world! Magical Bakery is a single-player cooking and management game set in an enchanted bakery. Experience a life full of magic, challenges, and the joy of creating sweets that will leave a spellbinding impression on your customers. About Magical Bakery Step into the shoes of a magical baker trainee and craft delectable treats with magical sprinkles to solve your customers' problems, warm their hearts, or make their day brighter. Prove yourself worthy to inh...
Cat Rescue Story – PS5 Review
PlayStation Reviews

Cat Rescue Story – PS5 Review

Are you a lover of cats? Cat Rescue Story is the newest game from developer and publisher Nacon. Build your purrfect cat rescue sanctuary from the ground up, with some trouble along the way. Cat Rescue Story is now available on the PlayStation Store and retailers for £31.99. The cat's pajamas! Gameplay Cat Rescue Story begins with your great aunt Olivia disappearing, leaving you with a beautiful, yet run-down house. The goal for the player is to fix up the rescue whilst also taking in all kinds of stray cats. The more you renovate and decorate, the more room you will have for even more cats. And in complete honesty, you can never have too many cats. Cat Rescue Story boasts over 50 breeds throughout the game. From breeds we know and love, such as the Tabby Cat, to special breads such a...
Melobot: A Last Song – PC Review
PC Reviews

Melobot: A Last Song – PC Review

Melobot is a third person, story driven game from an eagle top down view released earlier this month. It was developed by Anomalie Studios and published by Microids. Melobot is available on Steam for £15.99. It is also available to play on the PS Store and Xbox. Melobot: The Last Song offers a unique perspective on a well-told story; nurture nature and protect the environment. I only really needed to play ten minutes of this game to know I'd fall in love with it. As someone who adores simplistic graphical designs with a powerful story behind it, this game holds my heart. Even its title is a prime example of juxtaposition. The combination of a futuristic and sentient robot paired with the beauty of music. Chef's kiss. You can tell I graduated in Literature.. A Mellow Melobot Meanders in...
Brink Traveler – Quest 3 Review
VR Reviews

Brink Traveler – Quest 3 Review

You may not have heard of Brink Traveler before stumbling upon this review, but let me tell you something, you won't forget it now. Developed and published by Brink XR, Brink Traveler aims to take you to locations that you may have only ever heard of. The developers captured all locations in volumetric 3D. Sounds good right? Let's go explore this VR experience! Take Your First Step If you have Brink Traveler and want to join us as we explore new locations, why not tell us your favourite spots? Who knows, we might see you out there! Gameplay There isn't much to the gameplay of Brink Traveler. Basically you choose a location, transport there and explore. This does the game a disservice though. As what it does incredibly well, is give you the true feeling of actually being there. Using yo...
REKA – PC Preview
Previews & Early Access

REKA – PC Preview

REKA is a witchy, open world, exploration focused crafting game developed by Emberstorm Entertainment, and published by Fireshine Games. The game offers an enchanting take on the open world crafting genre by putting you in the shoes a young woman that will work as an apprentice of Baba Jaga. Players can build their own house with legs, decorate and curse the local townsfolk with potions or other concoctions. As you can imagine, it is heavily inspired by Slavic Folklore. Truly a world that is both mysterious and enticing; full of magic and wonder! REKA is now available on PC in early access on Steam for £15.99! Oh I know what's coming here! Side quest time! Gameplay The gameplay in REKA is fairly simple: be a witch, curse townsfolk and gather ingredients. However the best part of th...
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed – PS5 Review
PlayStation Reviews

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed – PS5 Review

Thanks to the team at Purple Lamp, we see Disney’s Epic Mickey: Rebrushed returning on a new set of consoles and with a fresh coat of paint. Originally an exclusive for the Nintendo Wii, I missed my chance to play it first time round, so I’ll be going in blind for this one. The game launched on Nintendo Switch, Xbox, Steam and PlayStation today, 23rd September. Epic tales are told in many art forms. I own Epic Mickey 2: Power of Two on PlayStation 3. But never dived into it due to not originally playing the previous entry. I do enjoy playing some of Disney’s more interesting properties when their characters are involved, aka when they add dark undertones to their games. Making them seem more mature. The best example I can think of is the Kingdom Heart franchise, with the themes of da...
Football Referee Simulator – PC Review
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Football Referee Simulator – PC Review

Are you ready to become the best? Football Referee Simulator is the newest simulation game from developer and publisher Vladimir Pliashkun. Put yourself in the shoes of an up-and-coming referee and make decisions that could change the game. Football Referee Simulator is available to buy now on Steam for £0.89! You've got a new job! Gameplay Football Referee Simulator puts players are put into the referee's shoes, playing a pivotal role in the outcome. You begin your journey in the lower divisions of the game, with one dream; to ascend to legendary status in the refereeing world. With that legendary status comes the hope that one day, you will oversee competition finals. There is a multitude of leagues and tournaments to enable this dream. The game itself features over 100 diverse club...