I wonder just how many, like me, figured this summer’s Wholesome Direct would be followed up by another, only to be surprised at the reveal of a Wholesome Snack instead. Not that I am complaining, mind you; simply… well, surprised, and pleasantly at that because this one featured some delicious games.
NAIAD
Immerse yourself in a relaxing, minimalist, and colorful exploration adventure. Flow with Naiad across a mysterious river and interact with its fauna and flora to discover little secrets. Enjoy a wholesome experience with an original and dreamy visual style.
Mail Time
Cottagecore cozy adventure game about delivering mail to forest animals! take on the role of a fresh-on-the-job Mail Scout given her very first letter to deliver. All you have to do is find out exactly where the recipient Greg lives and deliver the letter, no biggie!
Mushi Come Home
Play as a tiny lil’ mushroom who’s lost in the forest and can’t find its way home. Explore unique areas freely at your own pace, chat with friendly inhabitants, and take on different adventures to get back home!
Aka
Find inner peace in a small, open-world game. On these carefully handcrafted islands, you can take a nap on a giant monster, feed baby dragons, take care of the fauna and flora… …but demons from your past might come back to remind you what you want to forget.
The Spirit and the Mouse
Bring kindness and light to the people of Sainte-et-Claire as Lila—a tiny mouse with a big heart! Explore a quaint French village, make electrifying new friends, and do good deeds for those in need in this lush narrative adventure game.
Little Kitty, Big City
You’re a curious little kitty with a big personality, on an adventure to find your way back home. Explore the city, make new friends, wear delightful hats, and leave more than a little chaos in your wake. After all, isn’t that what cats do best?
Trading Time: A Croak Tale – Prologue
Help an old axolotl bring life back to a dying island in the Trading Time Prologue – a small, self-contained, mini adventure and prelude to the full Trading Time game. Download the prologue for free and be sure to wishlist the full game if you enjoyed this first mini-adventure.
A Short Hike
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
Paradise Marsh
Wander through a perfect endless wetland! Catch tadpoles, enjoy peaceful sceneries and find lost poems while restoring fallen stars in the empty night sky.
A Garden Witch’s Life
After losing your job you end up in a small town far away from home. As luck would have it you get to stay in an vacant witches house and start building your new life. Build your own garden, grow plants for your potions and spells and build friendships with the town’s folk.
The Ranch of Rivershine
Saddle up and build your own horse ranch! Raise foals, care for your horses and train them as you explore the western wilderness! Participate in cross country competitions and become your town’s champion. Befriend the villagers who’ll help you on your adventure at the Ranch of Rivershine!
River Tails: Stronger Together
Take a deep breath and plunge into an immersive world of lush vegetation and glistening waters with Furple the cat & Finn the fish. Traveling together through woodland and river, help them return home in time to fight off the white wolf that is threatening Furple’s family.
