Urban Jungle: A Cozy PC Strategy Game... Perfect for Mobile?

Kylyk Games has crafted something truly cozy with Urban Jungle. This charming, point-and-click strategy game invites players into a world where the power of greenery meets clever puzzle-solving. With its vibrant art style, thoughtful mechanics, and heartwarming narrative, Urban Jungle is already a joy to experience on PC—but it feels like one of those games that would truly shine on a tablet.

If you’ve had the pleasure of playing Urban Jungle, you know it’s the kind of game that makes you want to kick back and relax to maximize your coziness. Strategically placing plants to meet various conditions like light, moisture, and placement proximity creates a gameplay rhythm that’s soothing yet engaging. Imagine enjoying this cozy experience while lounging in bed or curled up on the couch—no desk, chair, or mouse required.

Let's Link your tablet or phone!

Before you get all sad on me, you don't have to wait for Urban Jungle to be released on the App Store or Google Play! You can literally enjoy the game right now on Steam Deck or tablet. You can jump in and play on your Steam Deck... immediately after purchase and use the tablet screen, while on the flip side you can use Steam Link to enjoy it on your tablet. Here's how:

1. Download Steam Link: Install the Steam Link app from your device's app store (available for Android and iOS).
   
   
2. Connect to Your PC: Open the app and connect it to your PC running Steam. Make sure both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network.
   
   
3. Start Streaming: Once connected by way of a strong Wi-Fi connection, you can stream your Steam games directly to your tablet and play them as if you were on your PC.

In addition to the Steam Deck & Steam Link, this game would also be right at home on the Nintendo Switch. The tactile nature of touchscreen controls would only add to the charm of the experience.

One of the standout features of Urban Jungle is its soundtrack. The sound effects are pretty nice too. The gentle melodies and soothing ambient sounds create an atmosphere perfect for unwinding. As you progress through the levels, each stage introduces subtle shifts in music and effects that tie beautifully into the evolving environments and challenges. This isn't something I want to sit at a desk and play.

The storyline is another highlight, weaving a tale that is both relatable and heartfelt. The main character’s love for plants is rooted in fond childhood memories with her grandmother—a bond that blossomed as they cared for plants together before her mother moved away to pursue her career. This narrative adds layers of depth and emotional resonance to the gameplay, sparking reflections on family, connection, and the beauty of finding joy in simple things.

Kylyk Games has already nailed the formula for a cozy, thought-provoking game, but expanding its reach would be nice for iPad, Android, and Fire tablet owners. Not everyone has a Steam account, but it's the teams call to go beyond PC. 

Until then, Urban Jungle remains an excellent title on PC—a hidden gem that promises hours of serene, plant-filled gameplay. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a strategy enthusiast, it delivers a peaceful and rewarding experience that lingers in your thoughts long after you’ve stepped away. I give credit to the storyline for this. Rated E for Everyone, Urban Jungle shines as a calming choice for a child's screen time—perfect for those who enjoy cozy games or those moments when you'd prefer to steer away from fast-paced action.

 + Blu 

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FTS: DON'T NOD Unveils "Koira" Release Date, Demo & Trailer (PC, PS5)

 

DON’T NOD Reveals New Gameplay Trailer, Release Date & Demo for Upcoming Adventure Game Koira

Koira is also coming to PlayStation 5 upon release

COLOGNE, Germany – Aug. 21, 2024 – DON'T NOD and Studio Tolima are pleased to reveal today, from gamescom, a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming adventure game Koira, which officially releases on April 17, 2025. The game will be released on PC, and we are happy to confirm that it will come to PlayStation 5 at the same time. A free demo of the game has also been launched on Steam in conjunction with the trailer.

Koira is a wholesome adventure game that follows a forest spirit and her new puppy friend as they journey together to reach safety in the heart of an enchanted forest. Solve ancient puzzles, befriend woodland creatures, and try to find your way home while avoiding danger along the way, as hunters lurk in the shadows... 

Koira's new trailer shows off the title's gameplay: the interactions between spirit and puppy and other woodland creatures, puzzle solving, and using stealth to avoid the relentless hunters.

The demo for Koira is available on Steam and takes players through different sections of the game to give a taste of what lies in store. Both publisher and developer eagerly await the feedback of demo players.

Koira is the second third-party game to be published by DON’T NOD and the first game coming out of Studio Tolima, a passionate team of developers in Belgium.

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Casual games to consider when you're bored

When you're bored, it can be tough to decide what game to play. There are so many great options out there! If you're looking for something to occupy your time, here are a few of the best games to play when you're bored:

1. Candy Crush Jelly Saga: This popular game is perfect for when you need a quick fix of Entertainment. With its easy-to-understand gameplay and vibrant graphics, Candy Crush Jelly Saga is a great option when you're looking for something to pass the time. It's also free unless you just absolutely have to pay to get more power-ups.

2. Words With Friends 2: If you're a fan of word games, Words With Friends is the perfect option when you're bored. You can play against your friends or random opponents, and there's even a solo-play mode if you want to practice your skills. Wordament and Wordle are also great options in this genre.

3. Tetris Effect Connected: This is a great option when you're looking for something challenging to play. It's easy to pick up and play, and it's a great way to keep your mind active. Tetris Effect Connect includes great music, and special effects, and has single and multiplayer.

4. Monument Valley 2: This beautiful puzzle game is perfect for when you need a break from the mundane. With its stunning graphics and unique gameplay, Monument Valley is a great option when you're looking for something to play.

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Quit Gaming? Why?!

It sounds bad, but I can agree that video game addiction isn't a good thing... but before you try to come at me (and force me to go all Bruce Leroy), I don't think that quitting gaming is the answer either. Woosah people... woosah!

A hobby doesn't have to be an addiction, there are casual gamers, hardcore gamers, professional gamers, and I guess the people who do more than their healthy share of gaming. Getting the addicts to game less and do other things might require cold turkey for some of the poor souls out there, but you can actually start with a timer.

I remember one of my friends was put on a game-timer by his mom. She didn't play, she had the system plugged into a timer and it would shut off. Imagine you're doing great in a game and everything just shuts off. (Momma no!) That sucked so bad, but... if you feel like you need to put a timer on that's an option. If you decide to put your children on a time, be fair and let it be a simple egg timer so they can save their progression, or... the money spent on the game will go to waste.

I think I was addicted at one point in my life. I know I was... but I found a happy medium with friends who motivated me to put down the controller and enjoy other things. We (well... Blu) talked about this already but the post was a year or two ago and I just feel like people like the Well Being Chief may have to pull it back some. If you game in moderation and you love it, why can't you play a video game?

One thing we promote is playing the types of games that work with your lifestyle. A busy bee can't work all the time and dedicated hours to Final Fantasy, but the busy bee has the right to dedicate an hour or two per week to enjoy his or her favorite game if they want. What's a life full of work without play? Grace mentioned that it's a break from reality for her.

What's the other side of not having time to smell the roses? That's straight-up depression in my opinion, and I believe that some people run into a midlife crisis because they didn't stop and enjoy once in a while. Being a grown-up doesn't mean a life of working every hour with no fulfillment. That's cap though because some adults aren't working all the time, some sleep in a lot when they aren't at work but a crap ton of people are on their phones too flipping through social media.

I call cap because (come on) it's not like that time is going to anything that's comparatively better than gaming. If we aren't playing single-player games (offline), we're playing multiplayer games interacting with other people doing something we enjoy doing while socializing. My idea of socializing isn't taking pictures of myself with filters to show my good side on camera just to wait around and see who likes and comments on them. We're enjoying some game time. I was thinking about this and I was going to add it to the top 10, but I wanted it to be separate. 

Yes, you can put too much time into something, but just eliminating it isn't always good. You can eat too much fruit, but that doesn't mean you should stop eating fruit. Exercise your options, there are different types of games and some have hundreds of hours in gameplay but sports games are limited to a time clock. Fighting games are on a time clock. Racing games are based on the length of the track. Casual games can be picked up and played on your phone and when you close it, you can pick up where you left off if it's like Candy Crush.

It's up to you if you want to quit... that's up to you, but if you want to game on... you have the right to.

I don't think that some people realize they're gaming when they play Wordle, but... they are (ha).

          

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