Urban Jungle is here and it offers guaranteed cozy vibes. In this relaxing simulation game, you can transform spaces into lush, green havens by strategically placing plants while diving into the subtle storyline. Did I mention there is a cat you can pet!?

Features (as listed on Steam):

• Gameplay focuses on arranging a diverse selection of plants and each plant can be placed in various spots, offering a challenge for you to find the optimal placement.
• Although the game is primarily about cozy decorating, it does include puzzle-like elements.
• A relaxing, stress-free gameplay experience! You can move plants around freely and play at your own pace.
• The game's storyline is woven into the environment and you'll uncover a heartwarming story.
• There are more interactive elements other than the plants so keep your eye out for them!

Available now!

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Kuja's First Impression Ratings:

• Gameplay and mechanics: 4/5

• Optimization for PC: 4/5
• Graphics and art style: 5/5
• Story and characters: 4/5
• Atmosphere and soundtrack: 4/5
• Multiplayer/community features: N/A
• Ending hook: N/A

When reviewing new games, I prefer to start with the negative. However, I have only played through the first two levels and feel I can't fully speak to all ratings quite yet! I did play the demo some time ago and it was refreshing to see a handful of updates to the fully released game (including more of a story-driven narrative).

If you are looking for a cozy, low-pressure game that is aesthetically pleasing and offers cozy vibes, Urban Jungle would be an excellent game to check out! The gameplay is simple, yet engaging; stress-free, but offers a slight challenge from its puzzle aspect. If you played Unpacking and enjoyed it, this game offers incredibly similar feelings! I'm looking forward to exploring Urban Jungle more to unlock additional spaces, more plants, and more of the story!

Overall rating: 4/5

In We Stay Behind, a comet is on course to destroy the small town of Laburnum Creek. In this single-player, third-person mystery, play as writer Laura Tanner and interview residents of the town who are refusing to leave despite the impending doom that is approaching. Players guide Laura through an mysterious tale of personal discovery, repressed trauma, and surreal encounters.

Will Laburnum Creek cast its spell over Laura too or will she risk it all to uncover the truth of this mysterious town?

Features (as listed on Steam):

• Experience a surreal tale of mystery where dreams and reality intersect.
• Explore an interactive story about repressed trauma and buried secrets.
• Guide the protagonist's choices and re-shape her perception of the world.
• Enjoy a puzzle-free experience in a beautiful, stylized 3D environment.
• Meet compelling and quirky characters, fully voiced by talented actors.

Release date: to be announced

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Kuja's Demo Ratings:

• Gameplay and mechanics: 3/5
• Optimization for PC: 2/5
• Graphics and art style: 4/5
• Story and characters: 5/5
• Atmosphere and soundtrack: 5/5
• Multiplayer/community features: N/A
• Ending hook: 5/5

Starting with the negative - my only issue was that the game crashed a few times while playing through the demo and my PC was running a little hot. So optimizing the game a bit more could be a potential solution.

I love a mysterious storyline and the We Stay Behind demo certainly has me excited for the release of the full game! I rated this demo fairly high, largely due to the overall atmosphere of the game. It is beautiful. I also am incredibly intrigued by the storyline which was driven by interviews and dialogue with other characters, and you soon discover that you are having past and present conversations. There's something dark and mysterious about this story and it makes me want to unravel the secrets.

Excitement for full game release: 5/5