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18Apr

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

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 ...

25Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Call of Boba – PC Preview

Like many around the world, I am a fan of bubble tea. And so when the opportunity to play Call of Boba from Tomatoast landed in my inbox, I couldn't say no. The game is available now in early access on Steam for £10.99. You're having a bubble The game markets itself as a cosy pixel art adventure about saving a struggling Boba Tea shop. I've seen many a Boba Tea shop, and I'll be honest I've never seen them struggling. Are you a bubble tea fan? Let us know in the comments below! Gameplay Call of Boba is like a typical cosy game, it eases you in gently with no heavy hitting themes at all. Wait, no. That's not true at all. Starting up the game you're confronted by an overworked Penguin who is disillusioned with their job, terrified of letting down their parents and has overworked them...

24Mar

By Kyle McGrathNo Comments

PC Reviews

Spilled! – PC Review

Hitting your local docks is a cute, indie game about cleaning the environment. It’s called Spilled! and is soon to release on Steam. The first project from developer Lente, the project took 2 years to complete. All whilst living on their own boat. Yes, really. Simple, cosy, and clean, what more could you want? The game centres around cleaning up small lakes and upgrading your boat, so let’s see what’s in store for me. Gameplay The gameplay in Spilled! is really simple and doesn’t aim to be anything else which is part of its appeal. You start off by cleaning up oil spills via vacuum. As gameplay progresses the oil spills increase in size as well as having different kinds of waste appearing. For example oil drums and bottles scattered around in the lake. You’ll collect coins as you...

7Mar

By Olivia HoultonNo Comments

Switch Reviews

Mini Market Design – Switch Review

Mini Market Design is the latest cosy game on our screens. Developed and published by RedDeerGames, the game is now available on the Nintendo store for £8.09. I am a big fan of all things cosy, so I was excited to get my hands on this game. What will you build? Are you a big fan of the cosy-type games? If so, let me know of your favourite down below. In the meantime, let's find out what Mini Market Design is all about! Gameplay As expected, Mini Market Design is a creative sandbox game where you can design and decorate your mini markets. You begin by choosing from 8 different unique store layouts. While they are all 'mini' in nature, they offer variety in size. It is up to you to decide if you stay with the ultimate mini market, or do you test the limits of what is mini. Once you h...

20Feb

By CharlotteNo Comments

Previews & Early Access

Tiny Garden – PC Demo Preview

Tiny Garden is an upcoming cosy game from developer Ao Norte and publisher Super Rare Originals. It also has a free demo in this month's Steam Next Fest. Thanks to the team over at Super Rare, we got access to that very demo a week early! Polly Pocket : Landscaper Edition Gameplay So what exactly do you do in Tiny Garden? Look after and grow your own plants in a small plot of land within a magical toy, obviously. The gameplay is actually that simplistic. Essentially the gameplay loop can be broken down into four simple steps: Grab a seed and bury it in the soil Turn the crank Collect plants Trade plants for other seed types or home accessories Of course you have to add in things such as customising your home area, changing your colourways of both your toy and th...