Developer Sway State Games has exciting news for fans of cozy gaming and creature collecting: they're crafting a new MMO-lite experience titled "Into a Hearth Yonder." This charmingly colorful game, set to launch on PC next year, invites players into the enchanting world of Viteria. Whether you choose to embark on this adventure solo or with friends, you'll be accompanied by a delightful array of automata—adorable, Tamagotchi-like companions that not only enhance your journey but also augment your gameplay. These little helpers can boost your combat skills, improve your farming, fishing, mining, and crafting abilities, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your preferred playstyle. "We thought it would be fun to embody player stats and skills as cute, Tamagotchi-like automata," said Chris O'Kelly, the head of Sway State studio. "You take joy in collecting and caring for them, and in return, they enhance your exploration of Viteria, improve your quality of life, and empower you to lean fully into your favorite playstyle."
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"We aimed to lay out a cozy table of adventure, to explore at your own pace, with plenty of building, crafting, exploration, and magic," O'Kelly elaborated. "Think of it as 'survival' but with less struggle—just a worry-free deceleration, really." Into a Hearth Yonder promises a relaxed and enjoyable experience, where the journey itself is as rewarding as the destination. The game's development team brings a wealth of experience, having contributed to acclaimed titles such as Divinity: Original Sin, Dying Light 2, Harold Halibut, and Horizon: Call of the Mountain. If this sounds like your kind of adventure, you can wishlist Into a Hearth Yonder on Steam to stay updated on its progress.
