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Wholesome Gaming Round-Up September 13th, 2024

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Digital avatar representing a woman with shoulder-length brown hair and bangs, holding a green mug with steam rising from it. She is smiling and wearing an orange top. The style is a colorful, simplified caricature. Published on: LadiesGamersThis week, we have news about My Time at Evershine in Kickstarter, Which Way Up on Switch, as well, and the Kamaeru House Plant Deco Pack. Snufkin goes physical on Switch, a Locomotive DLC for Sweet Transit and paint the town with Spray Paint Simulator. Story-driven Fomography, Tales of the Shire delayed, a release date for Potionomics on consoles and Whimel Academy is coming in Early Access.

My Time at Evershine

The next title in the My Time series, My Time at Evershine, is heading to Kickstarter soon! After My Time at Portia and My Time at Sandrock, this will be another sandbox simulation RPG by Pathea. If you’re excited about this new instalment, you can check out the pre-launch page and subscribe to stay updated.

The image shows the promotional artwork for My Time at Evershine, featuring a group of diverse characters in the foreground with various expressions and poses, symbolizing the different roles they play in the game. In the background, a large, colorful tree dominates the sky, with a mystical landscape of floating islands and soft, pastel clouds. The game's logo is displayed in the top left corner with a whimsical font. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Which Way Up on Switch Too

Which Way Up: Galaxy Games by Turtle Flip Studio is set to launch on Nintendo Switch (and Steam and Xbox)in Q1 2025, bringing acrobatic gravity events to your screen! Inspired by games like Mario Galaxy, this multiplayer platformer lets you defy gravity with a unique freedom of movement—running on walls and ceilings, orbiting planets, and dodging the pull of black holes. You’ll compete in a variety of game modes with different objectives, adding plenty of chaos, sabotage, and fun.

The game also has a Kickstarter campaign planned to help fund new features and expand to additional platforms. You’ll get to pick your favourite events and strategize for a winning edge in this family-friendly party game. If you want to try out the game now, there’s a demo available on Steam.

The image shows the character selection screen in Which Way Up, featuring four playable characters named Sunny (P1), Orbit (P2), Maggie (P3), and Sprout (P4). Each character is standing on a rounded platform with a colorful, cosmic background. Sunny is a sun-like character, Orbit resembles a small brown planet, Maggie is shaped like a magnet, and Sprout looks like a green leaf creature. Below them are circular icons representing the characters available for selection. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Kamaeru House Plant Deco Pack

Are you enjoying your Kamaeru: a Frog Refuge? The developers have implemented an update, fixed some bugs, and added the Plant Deco Pack. You can now decorate your frog refuge with 7 beautiful new plants, adding even more charm and variety to your space. To celebrate this, there’s a discount now when you buy the game on Steam before September 19th.

The image shows a relaxing scene from Kamaeru, featuring a small, smiling frog lounging on a log in the foreground. Surrounding the frog are seven potted plants, each with a distinct style and leaf pattern, set against a light outdoor background with soft greenery. The plants vary in size and type, adding a serene, nature-inspired aesthetic to the scene. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Snufkin Goes Physical on Switch

Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley, a cozy musical adventure game, is set to launch in Europe on physical Game Card for the Nintendo Switch on November 15th, 2024. Published by Clear River Games in collaboration with Raw Fury and Hyper Games, this enchanting adventure arrives just in time for the holiday season. Inspired by the beloved works of Tove Jansson, the game invites both new and longtime fans to explore Moominvalley and its charming inhabitants through a new story.

Players will join Snufkin on a heartwarming journey to restore harmony in Moominvalley, encountering emotional moments, lovable characters, and thoughtful storytelling along the way. Paula reviewed Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley on Steam and liked it a lot!

Locomotive DLC for Sweet Transit

Sweet Transit, developed by Ernestas Norvaišas and published by Team17 Digital, has just released its first paid DLC, the Locomotive Pack, along with the free Electrifying Update for all PC players. The Electrifying Update introduces a new Electricity System featuring buildings like Coal Plants and Wind Turbines to power your Railway Empire, adding a fresh dynamic to your gameplay. New electric trains and wagons, available in the free update, offer cost-efficient solutions for your railway network but require careful management of your power grid, adding an extra layer of strategic challenge.

For those looking to expand their locomotive collection, the paid Locomotive Pack DLC brings six new trains to the game, ranging from classic Steam locomotives to modern Bullet trains, catering to various play styles and preferences. Paula looked at the base game when it was released in early access some time ago and, even then liked what she saw. If you like your management games, check out Sweet Transit.

The image shows the cover art for the Sweet Transit Locomotive Pack DLC. It features a sleek, modern high-speed train moving at a rapid pace along the tracks, with a blurred background suggesting motion. The train is predominantly white with black detailing, and the sky above is bright blue with a few scattered clouds. The logo of the DLC is prominently displayed at the top center, with a cogwheel and a red banner design that reads "Sweet Transit Locomotive Pack." A purple DLC tag is visible in the top left corner. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Paint the Town with Spray Paint Simulator

Whitethorn Games, in collaboration with North Star Video Games, has announced the studio’s first major title, Spray Paint Simulator. This relaxing and creative painting game lets you pick up your spray tool, masking tools, and scaffolding to transform rooms, buildings, and much more. Set in the town of Splatterville, where your painting skills are in high demand, Spray Paint Simulator allows you to start your own painting business from scratch.

Dive into Story Mode, where you’ll meet a quirky cast of clients who need your help to bring colour and life to their spaces. From choosing the perfect shades to upgrading your tools and equipment, your creativity is key to keeping customers happy. For those looking for even more creative freedom, the Free Spray mode opens up the entire town as your canvas, letting you paint everything from homes to giant robots! No pressure, no rush—just a world full of possibilities waiting for your artistic touch.

A colorful scene from Spray Paint Simulator, featuring a partially painted house with bright rainbow hues covering its exterior. The house is surrounded by scaffolding, indicating an ongoing painting project. A spray paint gun is visible in the foreground, with controls for paint and battery displayed on the screen. The sky is clear with a few clouds, and the lush green trees in the background add to the vibrant atmosphere. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Story-Driven Fomography

DANGEN Entertainment has announced the upcoming release of Fomography, a story-driven photography adventure set to launch on PC and consoles in early 2025. In Fomography, you step into the shoes of an ageing man reliving his past through the lens of a boy who receives a camera from his mother. As you explore a rich, first-person world, you’ll revisit fading memories, interact with a charming cast of characters, and solve a variety of dilemmas using your camera.

This visual odyssey takes you through lush Australian forests, subterranean caves, and vibrant towns, offering countless opportunities to capture life’s fleeting moments, both joyful and traumatic. Customize your camera with lenses, filters, and display guides to make every snapshot a personal expression. Whether you’re photographing adorable wildlife, stunning landscapes, or hidden mysteries, Fomography invites you to relive and chronicle the memories that shape us all.

The image shows a photo album interface from the game Fomography, featuring several in-game photos arranged in a spiral-bound notebook. On the left page, there are three photos taken on Day 1, each with timestamps and depicting different scenes, including a beach, a character portrait, and a pair of animals. The right page features a larger photo of a cave labeled “Day 1, 1:17 PM” with details about the photo's location, aspect ratio, lens, filter, and flash settings listed below. Icons at the top indicate different album categories. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Tales of the Shire Delayed

Weta Workshop has announced that they want to take a little more time for the release of Tales of the Shire. It will be coming now early 2025.

Release Date Potionomics on Consoles

Potionomics: Masterwork Edition is set to launch on October 22, as announced by Marvelous Europe. This expanded port of Voracious Games’ magical shop simulation will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Digital pre-purchases are now open on the Nintendo eShop for Switch and on Xbox Series X|S, priced at €29.99, while PlayStation 5 players can buy the game digitally at launch.

Good news for PC players: all new content and features will also be available for free on October 22. If you prefer a physical copy, you can still pre-order the Masterwork Edition for all console platforms via the Marvelous Europe website or participating retailers, with a retail price of €39.99.

Screenshot from Potionomics showing the interior of the potion shop during the brewing process on Day 124, early morning. The player menu is open on the left, with options like "Brew" highlighted. The shop is vibrant with stained glass windows, various potion bottles on display, and a cozy setup with a wooden ladder and large chair. The shop owner is seen on the right, busy with potion brewing equipment. The upper right displays the gold balance, and a character icon shows a 0% stress level. Published on: LadiesGamers.

Whimel Academy Coming in Early Access

Whimel Academy, a cosy fantasy time management game, is set to launch in Early Access on Steam on October 9th, 2024. In Whimel Academy, you’ll step into the shoes of a student at a magical school for witches, wizards, and mages, embarking on a six-year journey to make the most of your time on campus.

Upon receiving your acceptance letter, you’ll explore the charming academy, navigate time management mechanics, and even scout scholarship opportunities with the help of an in-game notebook guide. You’ll have the chance to make friends, explore romantic connections, and customize your skills in areas like knowledge, courage, persuasion, or creativity. Attend classes such as potion-making, Divination Fundamentals, or Flying 101 to develop your abilities, unlocking advanced coursework and new dialogue options with classmates.

Outside of classes, there’s plenty to do! Spend weekends downtown earning currency through part-time jobs, which you can spend on decorating your dorm, buying books, or experimenting with potion brewing. You can even grow your own potion ingredients in the campus greenhouse. With its rich variety of activities and character interactions, Whimel Academy offers a magical, customizable role-play experience perfect for fans of cosy time management games.

A cozy dorm room from Whimel Academy video game, showcasing a warm, morning setting. The room features a large, round window with a prominent, decorative symbol, under which sits a classic wooden writing desk labeled 'Study'. To the left, there's a comfortable bed with a tufted headboard, and a playful cat perches on a wall-mounted shelf above. The right side of the room boasts a cauldron on a hearth, a tall shelving unit filled with books and potions, and a potted plant. The soft hues and gentle lighting convey a tranquil atmosphere. In-game indicators such as the time ('Mon. Morning'), date ('Yr. 1, Day 1'), and currency ('$0') are visible in the upper corners. Published on: LadiesGamers.

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