Wholesome Snack: The Game Awards Edition 2025 Showcase Recap
And oh what a delicious snack this was!
I’ve been looking forward to this showcase ever since they announced it was happening and man, did it not disappoint. It had so many good games featured here and oh my gosh I can’t believe the game that released! I liked so many of the games, I might as well do a recap haha. Well, let’s get into it. As always, I’ll link to the VOD so you can watch it yourself.
Wholesome Snack Showcase
Run your very own thrift shop in this laid-back management sim! Sort through boxes to find hidden treasures and arrange nostalgic displays of clothes, antiques, toys & more. Befriend the regulars, help with their requests and expand your store into a hub for the local community!
A game from the Sticky Business developers? And it’s right up my alley? And it looks really nice? Sign me up.
Coming February 11, 2026
Lost and Found Co. is a hidden object adventure in a cozy and immersive world. Join a cast of quirky characters on their epic journey across countless magical locations. Find lost items, solve puzzles, and help a tiny dragon regain her power!
Ready your keyboards and set out on a typing adventure in b-e-e-t-l-e: be right back! Every keystroke brings the world to life as you search for your lost beetle – encounter a wacky cast of characters, crack puzzles and discover whimsical surprises along the way.
Anyone else having an itch for typing games? I hope this one gets a demo since I originally found out about this game when it was listed as having a demo in one of the Steam Events.
Step into the elegant heels of Vivian Wylde, witch, socialite and host, in period drama sim Wylde Society! Build, run and customise your magical boarding house in turn of the century Fairhaven. Host splendid events, expand your witchcraft, and influence the town. Who will you invite for tea?
I am so looking forward to Wylde Society. I loved Wylde Flowers so I’m really confident about this title.
Wylde Flowers coming to console!
Join Tara on a heartfelt journey to become a witch in Wylde Flowers. Farm by day, and cast spells by night as you craft your cottagecore life and bond with your coven. Come to know and love the fully voice acted characters of Fairhaven, as you unravel a local mystery.
I can’t believe Wylde Flowers is also coming to consoles! I think this game would be especially perfect for Switch, but that’s just me. I also reviewed Wylde Flowers on PC and you can check it out here.
From the creators of Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley comes a heartwarming new adventure inspired by the beloved Moomin stories by Tove Jansson. This time, join Moomintroll himself on a charming but cold winter journey.
Accompany Sprout on his journey through the green post-apocalyptic world of Verdant. Survive the beautiful yet harsh environment by building camps and upgrading your gear. Balance life and death literally in your hand with your powers and uncover their connection to the downfall of humanity.
This one looks pretty interesting! I think I’d want to see some more gameplay, but it definitely caught my eye.
Befriend bears, aid lost spirits, ride fluffalo, and build a thriving village with other players in this multiplayer life-sim from the creators of “Cozy Grove.” Find endless opportunities to express yourself, make new friends, and enjoy a social experience unlike any other.
*Cries in not having friends to play this with*
It’s time to take a trip across a pocket-sized world of tiles, terrains and colourful characters in this light puzzle narrative game inspired by board games and travel. Pack yourself a set of dice and some comfy boots!
Oh my gosh yes. Yes.
Mirage: Miracle Quest is a modernized turn-based RPG, where strategy meets magical girl flair. Join Mirage on a thrilling journey to master her powers ! Customize your playstyle, travel with a memorable team and explore a splendid hand-painted world !
I honestly knew I would love this game when I fish saw it announced, but man I know for sure know that I would love it. It looks so cute and so up my alley!
Coming January 8, 2026
Grab your backpack and climb on in, it’s time to hit the road! Head out on a gentle journey in your reliable old caravan, crafting hearty meals, running market stalls and sharing goodies with local townsfolk. Spread kindness, share, and help prepare for the annual Whizz Bang Fair!
This one looks pretty cute and gives me Animal Crossing vibes. Glad this one is coming to the Switch too!
Fishbowl is a narrative game about dreams, grief, and hope. Rediscover your memories and find your way into the present in this intimate experience where slice-of-life meets surreal.
Ooooh looks like we’re finally close to the release date for this one! Coming sometime in April. You can also check out my demo impression for Fishbowl here.
Find your community at summer camp, one friendship at a time. Take a beat, enjoy a breath of fresh air – all while playing at the beach, strolling in the woods, and dancing with friends. This short cozy game was created by two dads, celebrating their kids’ journeys to find their voices.
Oooh, this one looks really cute!
A roguelike deckbuilder with a delicious twist. Think like a master chef, balancing resources as you strategically combo ingredients to subdue hungry hordes. Recruit a legendary kitchen crew, and rise through the heroic cooking guilds—before The Hunger consumes us all!
I’m so glad this one got a demo cause I need to try this out and get a taste of this game. Especially since I probably won’t pick this up since I’m terrible at deckbuilders.
Embark on a cozy, 3D adventure where you catch bugs… and match them for perfect romance! Explore a world abuzz with cute critters and help them find their perfect date through playful minigames. Befriend the locals, uncover your past and embrace your destiny as steward of a magical island.
Well I did not expect an Animal Crossing-esque bug catching to segway into a matchmaking game haha.
Cozy up by the campfire and merge ingredients in a sizzling pan to cook tastier creations! This silly physics-based merge game is easy to play, difficult to beat – Can you merge your way to the ultimate campfire feast?
You know what, you won me over. And I’m not someone that usually plays these merge games.
Zitifono is an adventure game, go boating on the ocean, swim in peaceful coves, find treasures in secret caves and talk with the funny inhabitants of the archipelago to solve the mystery of these colorful islands!
Coffee Talk Tokyo is the newest instalment of the beloved coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator. It brings the warmth, heart, and delicious drinks from the previous games to an all-new café in Tokyo where humans and yokai alike share their stories.
You are the last of the Mandrakes, a sorcerous line of gardeners. At long last, you’ve returned to your family’s abandoned home. Make friends, tend your gardens, and put down roots. Fish, gather and delve in the wilds. Make a place for yourself, and uncover the mysteries your family left behind.
Holy moly. Failbetter Games? Making a game that seems to not be in the Fallen London universe? Not to mention being so colorful?
Run a quaint electronics repair shop in mid-2000s Tokyo. Grow your business by carefully restoring iconic video game consoles, cell phones, music players, and other nostalgic devices. Talk to customers, hear their stories, and see how your decisions impact both their lives and your shop.
I guess the new trend is repair games haha. I might pick this one up.
Step into the world of D-topia in this gentle-paced puzzle adventure. In D-topia, life is curated by artificial intelligence to maximize happiness. As the newest Facilitator, it’s up to you to solve puzzles to keep the D-topia residents happy and the facility running.
Bits & Bops is a collection of original rhythm mini-games! Filled with catchy music, snappy gameplay and gorgeous, hand-drawn animation, Bits & Bops is sure to brighten your day.
Oh. My. Gosh. I was not expecting this to release today! I’m so excited!
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