Cosy

28Apr

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

Maliki: Poison of the Past – PC Review

Developed by Blue Banshee and published by Ankama Games, Maliki: Poison of the Past sets out to wrap turn-based battles, cosy farming, and anime wit into one delightful chibi-styled package. But does it deliver a timeless experience or leave you lost in the continuum? Let us jump into the Domaine and find out! Maliki: Poison of the Past – This game has the cure! Before we begin, if you're a sucker for beautiful blends of 3D chibi models and hand-drawn animated cutscenes, trust me, Maliki: Poison of the Past is an absolute feast for the eyes. The combination is simply lovely and oozes charm from every pixel! If you want to grab this game, you have until 6th May to take advantage of the Introductory discount on Steam. Gameplay You play as Sand, a time-hopping hero armed with a Chrono Pac...

28Apr

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

PC Reviews

Hanako’s Flower Shop – PC Review

Hanako's Flower Shop is the newest release from FantaJI Games which invites you to build beautiful bouquets whilst meeting all sorts of interesting characters. With a big focus on story, the game explores tales of grief, happiness and more as you learn about your family history and the people living in the village with you. Pick a couple flowers and have Hanako tie them up with a nice bow Currently available on Steam, you can grab Hanako's Flower Shop for £11.51 thanks to an introductory offer! Let's see how much this game packs in for a relatively small price. Gameplay What seems like a normal shop game is actually so much deeper than that. The game sets the tone with backstory and side characters, highlighting different emotions you're going to face as you play. The story sta...

22Apr

By CharlotteNo Comments

News & Updates

Cosy Cottonville Kickstarter Live Now

RedDeer.Games has announced that the Kickstarter campaign for Cottonville has officially launched. This upcoming cosy game takes dress-up elements, blends it with farming RPG components and presents it in an adorable chibi style. A Tailor-Made Game In Cottonville fashion meets farming! Embark on a journey from a budding designer to a master outfitter. From planting cotton and harvesting silk to sewing, dyeing, and customizing patterns, every step of the creative process is in the player's hands. Interact with quirky townsfolk, take on custom fashion requests, and create stunning outfits to satisfy clients. Key Features Variety of character customisation. Eyebrows, lashes, eyes, mouth, and skin colours there are so many options. Grow Sew and Style. Grow 3 crops (in 7 differ...

22Apr

By CharlieNo Comments

PC Reviews

The Fool’s Apprentice – PC Review

The Fool's Apprentice is a brand-new cosy management game developed by The Planar Danse that just released on Steam. Take on the role of a prestigious Arcanist and try your very best to get some knowledge into the heads of your rather unskilled students, no matter what it takes. Fool Me Once… When I first saw the trailer and read about the general premise of the game, I was quite excited! Magic and management, two things that are fun on their own but now combined! Until I actually launched the game… but more on that later. For now, let's look at the gameplay, shall we? Gameplay The Fool's Apprentice tasks you with educating and managing a group of unskilled apprentices. You manage their skills, build Research, respond to multiple choice Dilemmas and more! The game is all about stra...

18Apr

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

PC Reviews

Tranquil Isle – PC Review

Cosy meets roguelite in Tom Daly and Future Friends Games new release Tranquil Isle. Design your perfect paradise in your favourite styles as you try to earn your high score or just freely build. Tranquil Isle is currently available on Steam and you can also grab the soundtrack whilst you're there! Tranquil Islands filled with houses, taverns and more! I sunk a bunch of time into this game building my own little towns and cities but is it worth adding to your steam library? Gameplay There are three game modes to choose from when it comes to Tranquil Isle: standard, sandbox and classic. Within the standard version you will progressively unlock more buildings and islands by building and increasing the population of your world. Sandbox mode allows you to build freely and explore all o...

18Apr

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Pilo and the Holobook – PC Review

There’s something truly magical about diving into a new world. Pilo and the Holobook, out now on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation and Switch, invites you to do just that. Developed by Mudita Games and published by RedDeer Games, this exploration-based adventure swaps swords for stickers and combat for curiosity. Set across a mesmerising, hand-painted galaxy, the game follows Pilo, an apprentice explorer armed with nothing, but a Holobook and a big heart, as they document the wonders of the universe and tackle a creeping corruption known as the Tar. What unfolds is a peaceful, creative journey that encourages discovery, observation, and empathy—perfect for players who want a break from endless battles and high-octane mayhem. This book is worth putting stickers in I was excited to play this becau...

10Apr

By Tyler DenyerNo Comments

PC Reviews

Crashlands 2 – PC Review

It’s not every day you crash-land into a sequel brewing in the shenanigan-shaped minds of Butterscotch Shenanigans. Crashlands 2 brings back our favourite intergalactic trucker, Flux Dabes; now older, wiser, and more than a bit crispy from corporate burnout. After a morally questionable marketing stint with the Bureau of Shipping, Flux returns to the alien planet Woanope for some R&R. Naturally, that idea lasts all of five seconds before chaos erupts, and you’re nose-deep in alien flora again. Now, before you get flashbacks of freezing in Don’t Starve Together, let me reassure you: Crashlands 2 is like the cosy, weird cousin who shows up with biscuits and chaos. It’s a survival game, sure, but with fewer existential crises and more synthwave glick-glicks. Let’s dive into this surv...

8Apr

By CharlotteNo Comments

PC Reviews

Tiny Garden – PC Review

Back in February I got the chance to play a little preview of the Tiny Garden Steam Next Fest Demo. This cosy game is releasing very soon (8th April) and once again developer Ao Norte and publisher Super Rare Originals have trusted me to take a look ahead of launch. At the moment the game is Steam exclusive, so obviously I'll be playing on PC! Watch me crank it, watch me roll I really enjoyed the demo of this game and the full release is no different. Well, it is, let's find out how together. Gameplay Ok, so the gameplay is no different. The core loop is still very much: Grab a seed and bury it in the soil Turn the crank Collect plants Trade plants for other seed types, accessories or backgrounds But the gameplay core loop being what it is, isn't a bad thing. I lik...

7Apr

By CharlieNo Comments

PC Reviews

Urban Jungle – PC Review

Create your own green haven: Urban Jungle has officially planted its roots on Steam and is available for purchase right now! Developed by Kylyk Games, a studio consisting of just 3 people, this cosy puzzle game is their jump into the development of PC games. One thing is certain: This game is sure to sprout some joy! So what are we waiting for? Let’s get growing! No Such Thing As “Too Many Plants” Unfortunately, I am the kind of person that manages to kill even the most resilient and “easy-to-care-for” plants out there. Apparently most of them need to be "watered" or they need "sunlight", whatever that's supposed to be. Luckily, in this game you don’t have to take care of them at all! It's as simple as placing them in the right spot, and they will be thriving without you having to do ...

31Mar

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Hidalgo – PC Preview

Reality and imagination intertwine in Infinite Thread Games' upcoming release Hidalgo. Across five chapters, players will be able to relive some of the most memorable Don Quixote stories told by a mother and her family. After a successful Kickstart campaign, Hidalgo is available on PlayStation, Xbox, PC and Switch. We tried out the PC version to give you some insight into what to expect from this new cosy game! Over the hills, on the next page, is the next chapter for Don Quixote Gameplay Hidalgo is a simple game with simple mechanics. As you explore La Mancha you will find different collectibles and meet cutesy NPCs that will give you missions which you will have to complete to progress through the chapter. Quests range from simple things such as herding sheep to defeating bosses to ...