Games like cook me a story

In this pixel adventure, Ürgel walks through a village crumbling with byllars, guided by the cosmology of the Sakha people and the memory of his ancestors, the Öbüge. As the permafrost collapses and the Earth warms, he searches for meaning on a quiet journey for jam.

"Pixel Cafe" is a time management arcade game with visual novel elements, where you help a small-town girl navigate life in a bustling city. Run 10 unique bars, perfect your coffee and cooking skills, and form connections with bosses and clients in the charming pixel art world of Karstok. Decorate your house and conquer 50 optional Nightmare levels for an extra challenge.

"Venba" is a single-player kid-friendly simulation game that offers an intriguing story and exceptional gameplay. As Venba, a South Indian immigrant mother, you connect with your son through cooking while discovering your family's heartfelt story of love, loss, and self-discovery. The game features authentic South Indian cooking puzzles, with a brand-new in-game cookbook to try the dishes in real life, accompanied by a sensational soundtrack inspired by regional music.

"A Taste of the Past" is a narrative-driven game following Mei, a Chinese-American high school student grieving the loss of her mother. After discovering her mother's recipes are missing, Mei embarks on a train journey with her ancestors, learning about self-love, healing, and her cultural heritage through cooking and reliving precious moments. The game features hand-drawn art, original voice acting, and cozy cooking minigames.

Startenders: Intergalactic Bartending is a VR-exclusive game where you attend the Startenders Academy and mix unique ingredients from across the galaxy to create bizarre beverages for colorful customers. With over 100,000 possibilities for custom cocktails, you can upgrade your machines and compete on daily shift leaderboards to become the greatest Startender in Sector 7C. Enjoy the stunning views of the universe while honing your bartending skills.

"A Normal Lost Phone" is a narrative investigation game where you explore the contents of a lost phone to discover the intimacies of its previous owner. By searching through texts, emails, and other apps, you uncover the story of a young person's life, their relationships, and the challenges they face. The game provides a unique and immersive way to experience someone else's narrative, allowing players to piece together the fragments of a stranger's life.

In "Another Lost Phone: Laura's Story," players explore the social life of a young woman, Laura, through her found phone. By examining apps, messages, and photos, players piece together Laura's relationships, career, and the mystery surrounding her disappearance. The game offers a relatable narrative that promotes empathy and addresses social issues.

■Game SummarySisters inherit a ranch and mountains from their father's estate. But the island is no longer vibrant. The older sister is a blacksmith in the mountains, and you, the younger sister, are trying to rebuild the ranch and the town. Enjoy a relaxing ranch life with great music.■Great music by musicians working in Japan! Music is very important in games. Especially in a lifestyle game, it…

"My Lovely Daughter" is a gothic-themed simulation game where you play as a necromancer raising your deceased daughter through a forbidden alchemic process. You must manage your time, resources, and relationships to advance your research and bring your daughter back to life, all while keeping your morally questionable activities hidden from prying eyes. The game explores themes of grief, morality, and the lengths one will go to for the ones they love.

"Marie's Room" is a first-person exploration game where players delve into the past of the eponymous character. By interacting with objects and notes in Marie's childhood room, players uncover a gripping and emotional narrative about friendship, secrets, and growth. The game's distinctive pixel art style contributes to its nostalgic atmosphere, making for a poignant and immersive storytelling experience.