Summary
Cozy games likeAnimal CrossingandStardew Valleyhave continued to skyrocket in popularity, inspiring a number of new entries into the life-sim genre, including the upcoming adorable island decorating gameTwinkleby. Blending the familiar mechanics found in fellow wholesome games with its own creative twists,Twinklebyis set to join a growing lineup of cozy titles when it launches for PC viaSteamin 2025.
The multitude oflife simulation video gamesavailable for players to dive into offer diverse gameplay experiences, with some focusing more on realism with various to-do lists and quests to complete, while others take a more laid-back, “go at your own pace” approach. Jumping into the beloved genre, developer Might and Delight has revealed the first trailer forTwinklebyand detailed key mechanics that set it apart from the competition.
According to the game’s officialSteam store page,Twinklebyis a cozy decoration game where players will get to build dioramas on floating islands. Players will be able to customize the environment of their island before furnishing it with dollhouses, decorations, lighting, landscaping, and more. Similar to theAnimal Crossinggame franchise,Twinklebyfeatures additional characters, in the form of spacefaring neighbors, who will pay a visit to the player’s island and may wish to take up residence if they are pleased with the design. In return, players will be rewarded with new items to make their islands even cozier and more welcoming. Alternately, players can choose to start completely from scratch, evicting everyone and tossing the neighbors' items into space. As players complete islands, they will advance alongTwinkleby’s star chart and gather map fragments to discover the secrets of this adorable archipelago.
Twinkleby Announcement Trailer
In addition to the standard furniture and lawn ornaments found in othercozy decorating video games,Twinklebyallows players to control the weather, lighting, and season of the floating islands. This gives players greater control over their designs, such as being able to make a permanently wintry wonderland, a spooky Halloween hollow, or a lush floral paradise. With each seasonal and weather adjustment, the background music will also change, letting players customize the soundtrack of their islands. Whether earning new furniture items from visiting neighbors or spending shooting star Stellars at the antiques shop, players have multiple ways to progress inTwinkleby.
While some players enjoy the rewarding satisfaction of overcoming difficult challenges, others prefer the whimsy and nuance of morecasual and relaxing video games. The life-sim genre continues to prove incredibly popular among audiences, andTwinklebylooks to bring its own delightful elements to fans.Twinklebyis set to launch in 2025 exclusively on Steam, and interested players can stay tuned for more updates on new cozy games.
