Tag: Wholesome
Spirit Talk Offers Potential for a Gentle, Heartfelt Story
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What if the people we’ve lost could come back for one more conversation? That question is the premise of Spirit Talk, developer Tortita Studio‘s cozy visual novel about a witch who can summon the recently departed to speak with their loved ones. Spirit Talk has a demo out now and…
Learning How to Love Everything: Z.A.T.O. // I Love the World and Everything In It
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It’s 1986. Somewhere within the Soviet town of Vorkuta-5, a girl goes missing, but nobody seems to care. Except you. Z.A.T.O. // I Love the World and Everything In It is a mystery that drenches you in pragmatic existentialism and makes your question your place in the universe, all while…
Paint by Words Relaxes and Refreshes the Brain
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I’ll be the first to confess: I absolutely suck at Sudoku puzzles. Math certainly isn’t my forte. I’m more of a crossword puzzle, word find kind of gal. I also love those color-by-number apps, even if I tend to get bored after a few days of playing. So, when Oleg…
Puppergeist, a rhythmic visual novel for pet lovers, announced
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Announced today during IGN and ID@Xbox’s Fall 2025 Showcase, Serenity Forge’s latest title is not only cute, but pulls at the heartstrings of any who have had fur babies. Known for their gorgeous visuals and emotional storytelling, Puppergeist looks like it will feel right at home with players. Down We…
Does Letters to Arralla Deliver?
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Released in September 2025, Letters to Arralla is the debut game of Little Pink Clouds, an Australian team founded by a newly graduated trio of students. In this game, you’ll deliver letters across the beautiful island of Arralla, solving puzzles and forming friendships as you go. I played the demo…
Goblin Cleanup is a Hilariously Dangerous Dungeon Crawl
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Have you ever plunged into a dungeon, defeated the final boss, looted the treasure chest, and just… walked away? Ever spared a thought for the poor souls who have to clean up the gory mess you left behind? Goblin Cleanup answers that question with a hilarious, chaotic, and utterly original…
Sushi Ben Serves Up a Wholesome Feast on PC
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Indie developer Big Brane Studios has launched Sushi Ben, its beloved interactive anime adventure, on PC via Steam. Originally a VR-exclusive title, the game now welcomes all players with or without a headset into the charming, manga-inspired world of Kotobuki town. This expanded PC version boasts over four hours of…
Cozy Crossword Adventure Rita Announces Upcoming Demo
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Upcoming puzzle game Rita merges metroidvania platforming with crosswords. Slated to release in the first quarter of 2026, the game’s developer SporkTank announces a demo releases September 2025. Rita debuted back in 2024 at the PAX Indie Showcase in Australia. According to creator Martin Stradling, he didn’t intend to make…
Bugaboo Pocket’s Demo is a Charming Gem
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Bugaboo Pocket is a creature collecting idle game with a relaxing, retro vibe. If you want a taste of Bugaboo Pocket like I did, a demo is available on Steam. It takes you through the lifecycle of your first bug, introducing you to the casual yet strategic gameplay and beautiful…
Chicken Journey’s demo is a witty delight
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Chicken Journey makes “Why did the chicken cross the road?” into a video game. Developed by loonyware, this 2D platformer lets you become the chicken. A philosophical chicken, no less, with an inclination towards jumping on moving platforms. This gem of a game is lighthearted and accessible. There are no…