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Ellie 🍁

@pixelsandchai.bsky.social

🧦 Cosy gaming over 40 β˜•οΈ I blog about cosy indie games. ➑️ www.cosygamingover40.com she/her πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

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⭐️ Wholesome Direct will return this June!

Games and co-hosts alike can submit using the form below until March 20. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind showcase delivering uplifting and cozy games ❀️

27.02.2026 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 458    πŸ” 141    πŸ’¬ 15    πŸ“Œ 13
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Stardew Valley 1.7: A Wishlist for the Over 40s ConcernedApe has confirmed a Stardew Valley 1.7 update with new marriage candidates and expanded social content. Here’s a cosy gamer’s wishlist for older romance options, body diversity, accessibil…

Stardew Valley 1.7 is coming! As a cosy gamer over 40, I have… thoughts.

β€’ Let me romance Marnie (and MarlonπŸ‘€)
β€’ More body types + accessibility options
β€’ Low-energy options
β€’ Expanded lore on the older NPCs

Full wishlist is up on the blog! β˜•

cosygamingover40.com/2026/02/20/s...

23.02.2026 10:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wholesome Games Presents: Milki Delivery! Rebuild a community one bottle at a time in this tiny adventure from the makers of Minami Lane. Gather resources and upgrade your barn, then bike dirt paths, breezy meadows, and seaside cliffs to bring milk back to the countryside.

18.02.2026 15:07 β€” πŸ‘ 255    πŸ” 68    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 7
A New Episode graphic featuring the logo and key art from Hollow Knight: Silksong. A picture of a man holding a dog sits in the corner alongside the text, β€œWith special guest Dave Jackson of TFTBL”

A New Episode graphic featuring the logo and key art from Hollow Knight: Silksong. A picture of a man holding a dog sits in the corner alongside the text, β€œWith special guest Dave Jackson of TFTBL”

Our 92nd episode of Underplayed is here! We’re reviewing Hollow Knight: Silksong from @teamcherry.bsky.social with our guest @tftblpod.bsky.social!

Plus reviews of games from @heartmachine.bsky.social, @deconstructeam.bsky.social, and @selkieharbour.com!

Listen on podcast apps now!
Links below ⬇️

17.02.2026 14:24 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 4
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Phonopolis Demo is OUT NOW on Steam!! πŸ“£
store.steampowered.com/app/4109130/...

Take a look at how we built the cardboard city by hand.

11.02.2026 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 522    πŸ” 188    πŸ’¬ 10    πŸ“Œ 30

That was brilliant! Thank you for watching it and reviewing!

01.02.2026 08:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Been hit with Covid this last week but I’m still playing games!

My third and fourth games of 2026 were Astronook and Paper Trail.

Keep an eye on the blog for the full reviews!

28.01.2026 09:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Still Gaming in Your 40s? Science Says That’s a Good Thing Is gaming good for your mental health? Research shows video games can reduce stress and anxiety, especially for gamers over 40.

Still gaming in your 40s?

Good news: research says that can be good for your mental health.

The average gamer is now 41 years old, and studies are finally catching up with what many of us already know.

Full post on the blog ✨

cosygamingover40.com/2026/01/23/g...

23.01.2026 14:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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OUT NOW: Explore outer space from the comfort of your cozy office in Astronook! Map constellations, photograph planets, discover the latest cosmic news, scrapbook your discoveries, and enjoy a heartfelt story that unfolds as you explore the stars.

19.01.2026 14:15 β€” πŸ‘ 93    πŸ” 29    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 2
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I’m going to be playing a new indie game every weekend in 2026 and writing about it. Follow along, and please suggest games!

Game 3 of 2026 will be CASSETTE BOY, the puzzle-action RPG from Tokyo's Wonderland Kazakiri, releasing today!

14.01.2026 08:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m going to be playing a new indie game every weekend in 2026 and writing about it. Follow along, and please suggest games!

Game 2 of 2026 was the brand-new release Pencil Stories. A full review will be going live later this week βœοΈπŸŒ™

Spoiler: this was the perfect bedtime game for me!

12.01.2026 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Anxiety Puppy Review: A Hopeful, Beautiful Game About Living With Anxiety Anxiety Puppy is a cosy indie game about anxiety, adulthood, and hope. Read my full review of its story, art, gameplay, and message.

I played Anxiety Puppy this week and it stayed with me in the best way.

It’s a cosy, story-driven indie game about anxiety and learning how to live with it, not against it.

The artwork is beautiful, and the message is hopeful. Full review on the blog ⬇️

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09.01.2026 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This game looks so much fun πŸ˜…

03.01.2026 09:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A schedule for Underplayed season 9 featuring the games Wanderstop on January 6 with guest Neha Patel, The Banner Saga on January 20, Gravity Circuit on February 3, Hollow Knight: Silksong on February 17 with guest Dave Jackson, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair on March 3, Coffee Talk on March 17 with guest Jenny Olander, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly on March 31 with guest Jenny Olander, Don’t Starve Together on April 14, Flower on April 28, and Journey on May 12 with guest Jacob Price

A schedule for Underplayed season 9 featuring the games Wanderstop on January 6 with guest Neha Patel, The Banner Saga on January 20, Gravity Circuit on February 3, Hollow Knight: Silksong on February 17 with guest Dave Jackson, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair on March 3, Coffee Talk on March 17 with guest Jenny Olander, Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly on March 31 with guest Jenny Olander, Don’t Starve Together on April 14, Flower on April 28, and Journey on May 12 with guest Jacob Price

Announcing our lineup of featured indie games for Season 9 of our podcast!

πŸ«– Wanderstop with guest @nehapolitan.bsky.social
🏹 The Banner Saga
πŸ€– Gravity Circuit
πŸͺ‘ Hollow Knight: Silksong with guest @tftblpod.bsky.social
🐝 Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair

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02.01.2026 16:42 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 4
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Some cosy crafting for the last week of 2026!

These came from @pixyls.bsky.social and I absolutely loved working on them.

Happy new year to all my friends on Bluesky! 🩡

31.12.2025 20:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Wow thank you for sharing this, and I’m so sorry you went through the mill this year ❀️ Amazing news that you are doing so well now, I’m so proud of you! Hope you have a fantastic 2026 and I’m excited to get to know you better through here and the podcast 🫢

31.12.2025 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

What can I say, she loves it in there

29.12.2025 18:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just wanted to share an achievement.

Here is a photo of me. I went to SquidFest and won the squid hat. I also caught all 5 legendary fish over the last few days.

I have decorated a room in my house to celebrate this.

I am now the fishing god.

27.12.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate. If you’re finding it hard this year, I know how you feel. Try and go easy on yourself and do some things that bring you joy, even if a little 🫢

25.12.2025 13:32 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Collaboration Bundle featuring Γ–oo and Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story is now available!

In addition, an arranged track by Tsuyomi will be added to Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story in an upcoming update.

Check it out!

store.steampowered.com/bundle/65853/

23.12.2025 04:17 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Take me here for Christmas…

21.12.2025 09:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just me petting the cats in Pentiment.

Side note - absolutely LOVE this game after 5 hours… lots more to go.

It’s 50% off in the Steam sale.

20.12.2025 21:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

That is a beautiful figure, and a really really awesome friend!! Merry Christmas πŸŽ„

19.12.2025 21:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Pikuniku is so so great! One of my favourite games. Enjoy!

19.12.2025 21:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Pentiment was definitely an β€œout there” choice - I was recommended it recently and it looked interesting! Hope you get all the games you’re after πŸ₯°

18.12.2025 21:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Ooooh I might get that too!

18.12.2025 18:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Picked up Pentiment, and Super Lesbian Animal RPG 😝 Stoked! I’m sure I’ll grab a few more if I can over Christmas!

18.12.2025 18:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two games I’ve been waiting to go on sale are in the Steam winter sale! Yay. They couldn’t be more different 🀣

What you hoping to pick up??

18.12.2025 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Log Away Review: A Cosy, Creative Cabin Builder A low-pressure decorating game for switching off and getting creative.

I’ve just published my review of Log Away 🏑

A design-led cabin builder with beautiful locations and strong photo mode tools!

A solid 4/5 for me, slightly held back by fiddly controls, but a great choice if you want something genuinely relaxing.

Read it here:

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18.12.2025 16:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

QTP with a game that transports you back to your childhood

18.12.2025 09:05 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0