Welcome to our Weekly Wholesome Gaming Round-Up. Don’t forget to take our survey to kick off our 10 year anniversary for LadiesGamers!
It’s never too late for love, so check out the Valentine’s Day DLC for Meow Moments, there’s a physical version coming for Dave the Diver and an anime for Sakura: Of Rice and Ruin. Cozy adventure Distant Bloom is on its way, and Merge Conflict Studio is holding a survey for cozy gamers about environmental awareness. Visit the world of Zambonia and join Goons: Legends and Mayhem, Dadoo is an upcoming game based on Snakes and Ladders, you can unwrap the beautiful world of Paper Trail soon, check out music puzzler The Lullaby of Life, the Wonderland Fair is coming to Fashion Dreamer and Wobbledogs is getting its final free Unfinished Basement object pack. And last but not least: the Steam Spring Sale 2024 is on!
Survey 10 years of Gaming Fun
We kicked off our 10 year celebration! As usual, we want to include you, our readers, in to everything we do at the site. As while we are having fun keeping the site up and running and bringing you the latest reviews, news and thoughts on gaming, it wouldn’t be half the fun without you!
That’s why we would love to hear from you. We’ve put together a little survey to hear your thoughts on your past 10 gaming years. The survey is made in Google Forms, and rest assured, no email addresses or personal data are collected.
Valentine’s Day DLC for Meow Moments
As everyday is a wonderful day to celebrate love, it’s great to see that Meow Moments: Celebrating Together has new DLC. In The Valentine’s Day DLC a new scene is added and new characters and elements can be added to your own creations!
Physical Version of Dave the Diver
You know how our James was a fan of Dave the Diver and gave it Two Thumbs Up. Well, Arc System Works is releasing a special boxed version of Dave The Diver called the Anniversary Edition. It will be available on May 30th and cost $39.99. This version also comes with extra stuff related to Guilty Gear Strive.
Anime for Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin
An anime adaptation of the action RPG Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin has been announced. The adaptation, created by P.A. Works, is scheduled to debut on TV Tokyo this year. A trailer for the anime is available for viewing below.
Cosy Adventure Coming: Distant Bloom
A cosy adventure game is coming to Steam, with exploring and crafting in a world far away from home. You help this world in ruins grow into a world in bloom.
This serene management game lets you explore an alien planet where things have gone amiss. Harness the power of plants to restore the environment and build a flourishing community with your crewmates. If you want to give it a try before it releases on March 27th on Steam; there’s a demo available now!
Survey for Cozy Gamers about Environmental Awareness
Merge Conflict Studio, developer behind Re:Fresh on Steam is conducting some research to learn more about wholesome and cozy gamers and their environmental awareness within games! The survey is less than 10 minutes and enters you for a chance to win a free key to their first game, Re:Fresh. The QR code is below.
Interested in Re:Fresh? In the game, you restore your town as you run, jump and dash through cosy locales while helping lovable townsfolk! You can become immersed in a tight-knit community of animals and robots while becoming the town hero in this heart-warming solarpunk adventure.
Visit Zambonia and Join the Goons
Goons: Legends and Mayhem will bring you to the world of Zambonia, where hockey is not just a sport, but a way to save the kingdom. Players can embark on this frantic sports action journey to save this once thriving land, choosing from eight distinct characters across three specialized classes.
There’s the offensive Sharpshooter, the protective Enforcer, and the versatile Wingman. Whether engaging in strategic 2v2 battles with a single goalie or experiencing the frenzy of classic 3v3 matches, collaboration, communication and skill are vital to securing victory. Choose from local co-op, online with friends, or multiplayer. Not in the mood for multiplayer? You can also go into Story Mode to save the Hockeyverse! Defeat mascots while trying to save the world from the Grand Mascoteer, who’s trying to ruin hockey for everyone. Progress through the stages, unlock new characters, and investigate the turmoil that’s wreaking havoc on this unique hockey universe!
Goons: Legends and Mayhem will be released on April 11th, 2024 on Steam.
DADOO: Twists, Turns, and Mischiefs
After being soft launched last February, DADOO: Twists, Turns, and Mischiefs will finally be released on PC today, March 15th. Developed by Indonesian-based studio Algorocks, the game is currently available on the Steam, in the Android play store and will come to iOS later this year.
Dadoo is an online multiplayer game inspired by the classic board game Snake and Ladder, but more chaotic. The player can attack other players with various superpower cards. They also can buff/debuff and defend themselves from any incoming attack. This is not just a snake and ladder game; this is a snake and ladder game with a big brain.
Imagine merging the mischievousness of Uno, the dynamic energy of Mario Kart, and the timeless appeal of traditional board games. Dadoo is precisely that – a competitive, laughter-filled race to victory. Use clever tactics to thwart others or boost your character using a blend of cards and abilities.
The developer Algorocks’ CEO Adib said this about Dad:
We created Dadoo from a shared passion for board games and the joy of laughing together. In today’s busy world, carving out time for such moments can be challenging. Dadoo is our answer – a game designed to spark joy and togetherness, accessible anytime, anywhere
Unfold the Beautiful World of Paper Trail
Exciting news for puzzle enthusiasts! Newfangled Games has just announced the launch of Paper Trail, a captivating paper-folding puzzle adventure game set to release on PC, consoles, and the Netflix mobile app on May 21st, 2024.
Players will be immersed in a stunning 2D paper world, guiding the protagonist Paige, an aspiring academic, through intricately designed levels. Utilizing innovative gameplay mechanics, players will fold and tear their environment to solve puzzles and navigate obstacles. Alongside engaging with a vibrant cast of characters, players will aid Paige on her journey of self-discovery and growth, as she ventures away from home for the first time.
If you can’t wait to check it out, there’s a demo for Paper Trail available on Steam!
Music Puzzler The Lullaby of Life
Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting universe of The Lullaby of Life, launching on PC platforms including Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Fanatical on April 30th, 2024, with subsequent releases on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
In this unique game, players assume the role of Bombo, an instrumental particle, and navigate through a universe brimming with musical puzzles and vibrant life. By interacting with the Ohmies—key characters representing essential life elements—players will solve challenges through synchronization and rhythm, unlocking new areas and awakening grand Elder beings.
Each stage is not only a test of skill but also a chance to contribute to the cosmos’s growth, with additional challenge modes amplifying the adventure. Embrace the role of Bombo and orchestrate a symphony of creation in The Lullaby of Life, where music and mystery coalesce in a visually stunning cosmic journey.
New Limited Time Event Wonderland Fair in Fashion Dreamer
Update 1.4.0 for Fashion Dreamer is here. This update brings the “Wonderland Fair,” a new Limited Time Fair full of whimsical wearables that is sure to suit every wardrobe. Featuring 20 speciality items, including consumable patterns, showroom furniture, and photo options, along with useful items like Creative Keys, this update will help players further their fairy tale fashion dreams!
Budding fashion influencers can access 13 new additional patterns immediately after installing the update. Players will also want to save up their creative keys, e-points, and gacha tickets as 12 new patterns have been added to the Cocoon gacha. In addition to the 64 new patterns, makeup, and hairstyles, more than 1,900 new photo stamps and brand logos are included in this update.
What is even more important for the basic gameplay, some Quality of Life improvements have also been implemented, including:
・Addition of an “undo one item” function when designing outfits
・Addition of gacha items and adjustment of gacha pull probability
・Addition and adjustment of brand logo design
・Addition of photo stamps
・Addition and adjustment of skin tone and makeup
・And other minor fixes…
Wobbledogs Gets a Unfinished Basement object pack
Free content updates are ending in Wobbledogs, a game we loved when we reviewed it. Still, a new object pack—the Unfinished Basement—is going out with a bang!
The free Unfinished Basement object pack will be the final update for the game, following the recent free Aquarium, Grocery Store, and Desert Object patches. The new patch coincides with the Spring Steam Sale, offering a 66% discount for newcomers to the world of Wobbledogs, so now’s your chance to get the full game!
The update has new food, Insulation Tuft with corresponding new flora (Dig a hole on Concrete Floor or Stained Concrete Floor to dispense this). New toys, Dust Bunny, Pipe Piece and Brick. New Wallpaper/Carpets: Stained Concrete Floor, Dirty Brick Wall and Exposed Wall and a lot of new Placeable Objects.
Steam Spring Sale is On
Spring has sprung on Steam, and it’s bringing a bounty of gaming delights with its annual Spring Sale, running from March 14th to March 21st until 10am PT! With a vast array of genres and titles on offer, there’s something to capture every gamer’s interest. Additionally, Steam is enhancing the sales experience with daily free sticker drops, encouraging users to check back regularly. Whether you’re looking to expand your game collection or just snag a few deals, the Steam Spring Sale is a perfect opportunity to dive into new gaming adventures at a fraction of the cost.
