1.7.24 ~ Newsletter
✨ New Releases/Upcoming Games✨
Checking out Palia for the first time on Switch:
Massively Overpowered shares their view on playing Palia on the Switch for the first time. It’s a free, cozy life sim MMO that’s recently launched on Switch. Even though the game is still in Beta, there are plenty of activities to keep you occupied. The character creation and house customization are pretty fun. However, the performance on Switch isn’t ideal, and the game can be handhold-ey and vague at times. Overall, if you’re looking for a relaxing and enjoyable life sim experience, Palia is worth checking out. Just be prepared for some rough edges.
10 Cozy Games to get excited for in 2024:
The PC Gamer team has compiled a list of 10 cozy games to look forward to in 2024, from enchanting witch sims to adorable farm sims. Top picks include Reka, a building and witchcrafting game infused with Slavic mythology, and Fields of Mistria, a Stardew Valley-inspired farm sim with pastel colors and cute characters. Other exciting titles include Tales of the Shire, a heart-warming Hobbit life sim; Nivalis, a life sim set in a cyberpunk city; and Europa, a Ghibli-inspired adventure on Jupiter’s moon.
☁️ Game Updates ☁️
Claim your free SIMS 4 DLC pack by January 9th:
Game for Rent mentions the Sims 4 marked a DLC stuff pack free for download by January 9, 2024. The pack is Romantic Garden Stuff (Orig. Price $9.99). This stuff pack is available only to PC and Mac players through the EA app or Steam. It is full of items for your sims, including 32 furniture pieces, clothing, and gameplay options, like a magic wishing well!
Claim your free items in Disney Dreamlight Valley:
PC Games shares all the current DDV codes available to claim, including winter-styled furniture, Moonstones, and Pride Celebration flags! You can download these items by going to your settings, selecting help, entering the code to redeem in the Redemption Code box, and selecting Claim. These items will be shipped to your in-game mailbox.
🌿 Cozy Corner 🌿
Some Tips to Create a Nice and Cozy Gaming Setup
Autonomous shares some tips to create a nice and cozy gaming setup. They share tips like choosing a color theme, showcasing your personality with decor, and wrangling those nasty cables. Create a new vibe with theme-based styles, trendy lighting, and cozy seating. They also mention the tech essentials, from wireless keyboards to matching accessories. Put comfort first with ergonomic chairs and use storage containers to control the clutter.
🍄 Game Review 🍄
Is Fae Farm Worth It?
Fae Farm is a new farming sim on PC/Switch with mixed reviews. The Gamer shares that Fae Farm starts slow but blossoms after Chapter 3 with extensive crafting, quests, romances, and exploration. Expect to complete the game in 27-30 hours, but the game offers good replayability with over 100 hours of potential total playtime. The $59.99 Switch Deluxe price tag might make you wince, but some find it worth it for the adorable world and magical elements. Consider what others say before diving in!
💖 Cozy Gear & Accessories 💖
Stickie Tech Switch Skins ($32)
Change up the new year with a new Switch skin from Stickie Tech!
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Yunzii Coffee Cat Keycaps ($40)
Switch out your keycaps with this adorable coffee cat set from Yunzii!
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Branch Ergonomic Chair ($349)
If you’re looking for a comfy, Ergonomic chair, Branch has it!
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💌 Worthy Mentions 💌
2023 Steam Awards:
Steam put out their winners for the 11 different categories for their 2023 Awards. Dave the Diver wins the Sit back and Relax category.
Free to play games on switch:
Nintendo Switch shared a list of free games to play. Some of which include Fortnite, Sky: Children of the Light, Super Kirby Clash, Pokémon Cafe Remix, Palia, etc.
Best of 2023 Steam:
Steam’s most played games of 2023 is out. Our top cozy games played, having over 300K peak players, were Hogwarts Legacy and Baldur’s Gate. Over 80K peak players were into Dave the Diver and Party Animals. And over 40K of you cozy gamers were playing Stardew Valley, Sims 4, Farming Simulator, and Terraria.