Princess Farmer Gets Limited Run Physical Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch!

Get ready to save the Bunfolk from the mysterious evil plaguing the valley all over again! Publisher Whitethorn Games is partnering with Limited Run Games to issue physical editions of the beloved visual novel game from Samobee Games, Princess Farmer, on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch™! You can pre-order your copies through Limited Run to start your magical adventure starting December 29!

Princess Farmer is a match-3 puzzle and visual novel game with easy-to-learn action mechanics and different play styles that let you breeze through the game or challenge you. Princess Farmer was just an ordinary farmer when she woke up under the Gaia Tree one day. Now, through the magic of Mother Gaia she can hoist up whole rows of veggies with ease to make matches and smash obstacles by herself, in co-op, or even with an AI companion!

Key features of Princess Farmer include:

• Hare and Make-Up: Earn Heart Coins to give to Ro at the Shoppe to collect different Hare Dyes. Charm the characters with dialogue options to unlock new outfits and harvest in style!

• Lo-Fi Beats to Match and Relax: The bubbly soundtrack is produced by Astra, blending chiptunes with lo-fi beats. Additional music is by Chloe Hotline, The Crystal Furs, and Anne Beyond the Darkness.

• Friends Who Match Together, Stay Together: Sure, harvesting is fun alone, but why not invite a friend? On the PC and console versions, harvest together and even make dialogue choices together while exploring the world. Use Steam's Remote Play Together to play with bunny friends no matter where their burrow is!

Princess Farmer is available for PC via Steam and Epic Games, Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices via the Apple Store and Google Play. Princess Farmer PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch™ physical editions through Limited Run will be available for pre-order starting December 29.

Accessibility features for Princess Farmer can be found here:
https://whitethorngames.com/princessfarmer/accessibility.

To keep up to date with all things Princess Farmer, follow the game on Twitter. You can also follow Whitethorn Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch, join the official Whitethorn Games Discord, and visit https://whitethorngames.com.

About Limited Run Games

Limited Run Games is the industry leader in the production and distribution of premium physical video games. Limited Run seeks to celebrate the legacy of gaming through its award-winning collector’s editions. Founded in 2015, they have published over 1,000 physical games, exclusive merch, and collectables. Limited Run is the gold standard in bringing digital games to physical form and now re-releasing retro titles on modern platforms via their proprietary Carbon Engine.

Visit limitedrungames.com for the latest offerings and to learn more about Carbon Engine development. Follow the brand on your social media platform of choice for all LRG-related updates: @limitedrungames.

Magical Delicacy's Flora's Cooking Review!

In the upcoming Metroidvania-light meets cooking game Magical Delicacy, brought to you by sKaule and Whitethorn Games, you’ll take on the role of young witch Flora and prepare delicious dishes to please customers as you explore the harbor town of Grat. Today, we wanted to get to the heart of the action, so we sent one of our team to pay Flora a visit and see just how talented the young witch is. Here’s what they had to say:

“I recently had the opportunity to visit the beautiful harbor town of Grat. While I was there, I ordered food from a lovely new resident named Flora. I must say, the experience I had with Flora’s dishes was a magical one and quite unforgettable!

“I soon realized Flora was able to prepare a variety of dishes — pretty much anything a customer could ask for! I asked her how she came to have such a large selection. Flora told me how she received recipes for some of her dishes, while others are of her own creation. When I heard this, I was curious and ordered something she created, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint!

“One of her best qualities is that she can suit any taste with her substitutions. For example, one dish I ordered was quite spicy, but it was no problem for Flora — she added a few ingredients, and it helped counteract the heat that affected my palate! It was wonderful and such a kind thing for her to do!

“Each of her dishes only uses the highest quality of fresh ingredients that she often gets from local suppliers, forges on her own, or freshly grown in her very own garden in the back of her shop. Just know that if you order from Flora, you are getting the best!

Lastly, her delivery is top-notch! With Flora, there is no need to pick up your food from her storefront; she will bring the food right to you! When my meal arrived, it was as warm and fresh as if it just came out of the oven! So, if you’re in Grat, whether a local or a tourist, I highly recommend ordering from Flora directly if she happens to pass you by while making her delivery rounds. You know I will!”

About Magical Delicacy

In this Metroidvania-inspired wholesome cooking game, players will take on the role of Flora, a young witch who cooks magical delicacies from a vast collection of ingredients in her shop. Explore the unfamiliar town of Grat and deliver these tasty treats to the townsfolk, learn new ways to traverse, discover secrets, and experience a unique and witchy world one dish at a time.

Key Features of Magical Delicacy include:

• Enchanted Recipes: collect new recipes and ingredients through trade, questing, and exploring throughout the town of Grat.

• Bewitching Appetites: learn an extensive cooking system, allowing for creative choices to fulfill even the oddest orders.

• Magical Narratives: experience a linear story with many optional encounters and free play opportunities.

• Charmed Environments: traverse a 2D platformer inspired by Metroidvanias, gain new abilities, reach new areas, and unlock shortcuts.

Magical Delicacy is coming to PC via Steam, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Magical Delicacy will also be available on day one on Xbox Game Pass.

Accessibility features for Magical Delicacy can be found here:
https://whitethorngames.com/magicaldelicacy/accessibility.

To stay spellbound, be sure to follow Magical Delicacy on TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit the official website. Follow sKaule on Twitter and their official website.

Keep up to date with Whitethorn Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch. Join the official Whitethorn Games Discord, and visit https://whitethorngames.com.

Botany Manor Coming to Xbox Game Pass, PC, and Switch in Spring 2024

The glorious gardens, graceful greenhouse, and dignified doors of Botany Manor will be open to the public during the upcoming spring. Today, publisher Whitethorn Games announces that the debut title from Balloon Studios will launch on PC, Nintendo Switch™, and Xbox in Spring 2024. As well, Botany Manor will be available day one with Xbox Game Pass. Set in a historical English homestead brimming with a lifetime of memorabilia and research to explore, players will uncover long-forgotten seeds and piece together clues as they solve puzzles to help each rare plant grow.

About Botany Manor:

The enduring estate of Botany Manor is home to retired botanist Arabella Greene. After a long career, she has amassed a collection of rare, long-forgotten plants that require some research to help them live again. Play as Arabella and explore the stunning historic manor and its grounds to look for clues in her notes, books, posters, and items scattered around the residence to determine the correct set of circumstances to help the flora flourish. Unlock new seeds and plant them. Interactable items around the property that can be turned and flipped will provide information to help you solve each gardening puzzle, grow the plants, and discover their mysterious qualities.

Key Features of Botany Manor include:

• Explore the peaceful grounds and many calming rooms of the beautifully rendered, historically accurate 19th-century manor.

• Pick up, flip, turn, and rotate the many items found around the estate to piece together the clues to solve each plant-based puzzle.

• Learn about Arabella’s life, career, and the challenges she faced as a woman scientist during the 19th century as you explore.

• Fall in love with the calming soundtrack that perfectly compliments the environment and flowers you bring to full bloom.

Botany Manor blossoms onto PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch™, and for Xbox One and Xbox Series S|X in Spring 2024. The game will be available on day one with Xbox Game Pass.

Accessibility Features for Botany Manor can be found here:
https://whitethorngames.com/botanymanor/accessibility

To keep your botanical research up to date, be sure to follow Botany Manor on TikTok,  Twitter, and Instagram, and visit the official website. Follow Balloon Studios on Twitter and the official website.

Keep up to date with Whitethorn Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, TikTok, and Twitch, join the official Whitethorn Games Discord, and visit https://whitethorngames.com.

5 Things to Do in Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, Coming Summer 2024!

Welcome to the beautiful, sun-drenched Ambrosia Island, home to the gods of Greek myths and legends, whose gorgeous shores you can explore in the upcoming friend-em-up 3D narrative adventure Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island! Today, we at Whitethorn Games, along with BAFTA Award nominees, Polygon Treehouse, are here to provide you with a guide of things you absolutely cannot miss during your time there.

While the beautiful Mediterranean weather makes this the perfect getaway spot for simply relaxing on the beach, watching the waves rolling across the shore, and taking a break from life's pressures, there is so much more to do — you simply won’t want to miss any of it! Here are our top picks that will keep your vacation fun and exciting! 

Meet the Colorful and Mystical Locals

Like the colorful vegetation and stunning waters of Ambrosia Island, the Greek gods that inhabit the island come in all shapes, colors, and sizes. While they may be shy and confused at first, the more you interact with and help them throughout your stay, the stronger your friendships will grow! We also hear that Ambrosia fruit, which can be found on the bushes littered throughout the island, is a favorite gift, so don’t forget to stock up! And tell Poseidon we said “Hi!”

Serve the Gods

While you are there, why not help the locals out? While life is relaxing on the island, everyone could use a hand now and then, and the gods are known for their generous rewards! By assisting them and growing your relationships, they will be happy to lend their godly powers to help you along the way — from providing insight into hidden treasures, helping you get to the hottest spots at magical speeds, and much more! 

Treasures Galore

It would not be an island without a bit of treasure hunting! Lucky for you, Ambrosia is filled with long-forgotten treasures waiting to be uncovered with your handy dandy Ambrosidex! Visit Ora, the island’s statue oracle, to get your Ambrosidex, which will provide you with the tools you will need to find even the most hidden secrets. Pay close attention to its radar signal as you explore because there is more to this mystical island than meets the eye!

Live on the Wild Side

On Ambrosia Island, you will come across a variety of wildlife, most notably our adorable and food-loving seagulls. And yes, you can feed the seagulls. Pay a visit to Hermes (he’s usually at the docks, hanging out by his old rusty sea-plane), and he’ll be able to share some of their favorite treats with you to put a smile on their beaks.   

A Musical Paradise

Nothing pairs better with a relaxing view than a calming soundtrack. Scattered throughout Ambrosia Island are mix tapes for you to find. Pop them into your cassette player, which can be found at one of the many lounging spots throughout the island, kick back, and enjoy the calming jams while relaxing on the beach or taking in the island’s breathtaking sights.

Admire the Beauty of Ambrosia

The beauty of Ambrosia’s lush vegetation and clear blue waters are unlike anything you’ll see anywhere else. When you tire of walking along its sandy shores — which are just as stunning at sunset as they are at sunrise — we highly recommend exploring its historic ruins, towering waterfall, and variety of sightseeing locations. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen!

About Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island

Mythwrecked invites you to take on the role of backpacker Alex, who has found herself stranded on the gorgeous shores of Ambrosia Island. As she begins to explore her surroundings, she discovers that she is not alone – the gods of Greek myth and legend populate the island! However, something is amiss – the gods are unable to remember who they are. In order to find her way home, she must befriend the inhabitants and help them to restore their memories.

Explore the dynamic island in this non-linear adventure and unravel its story to discover its celestial guests and build friendships with the gods through a unique relationship mechanic. The closer you become, the more they are willing to help Alex with their godly powers. Solve the mystery of Ambrosia Island, save the gods, and help Alex find a way back home!

Key Features include:

• Gods Among Us: Many Gods call Ambrosia Island home, from Ares to Athena, Hermes to Hades. Tracking them all down is made easier with the Ambrosidex, though some may be harder to meet than others.

• Treasure in the Sandbox: Use the radar signal on the Ambrosidex to hunt for lost godly treasures hidden all over the island! Return them to their rightful owners to help rekindle their memories and learn more about the island’s fate.

• Conversational Wizard: Explore the island, examine new objects and locations, and talk to others to unlock new conversation topics. Maybe some Gods know something that will help Alex on her adventure, but some sensitive topics may be off-limits until you have earned their friendship.

• Greek Legend: Experience a non-linear, emotional story about the importance of friendship, family, and community. 

Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island will launch on PC via Steam and consoles in the summer of 2024.

To keep up with all things Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island, be sure to follow the game on Twitter, and Polygon Treehouse on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram, and visit the official website. 

Follow Whitethorn Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitch, join the official Whitethorn Games Discord, and visit the official website. 

Accessibility features for Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island can be found here:
https://whitethorngames.com/mythwrecked/accessibility.

Calico Out Meow on PlayStation 4 and 5!

Whitethorn Games and Peachy Keen Games are purring with excitement to announce that the whimsical cat-filled world of Calico is now available on PlayStation 4 and 5!

Check out the Calico PlayStation Release trailer below:

Create the cat café of your dreams with a variety of ways to decorate, new animals to befriend, and delicious dishes to serve patrons! Beyond the cat café, explore a whimsical open world, express yourself by customizing your avatar with collectible clothing, and experiment with potions that change how you interact with your furry companions! Calico offers a cute and cozy escape into a world full of wonder, adorable animals, and more! The PlayStation release of Calico includes all the content featured in Calico: Pawsome Edition.

Key features of Calico include:

• Every Animal is a Friend: You’ll encounter a lot of animals on the island. Befriend them, name them, add them to your party, send them to live at the café, and most importantly, love them forever! Interact with your new friends by dancing, cuddling, petting, carrying, lounging with, and playing with them!

• Mouth Watering Sweets: Each recipe comes with its own series of minigames to perform in the kitchen. Shrink down, navigate your way around the kitchen, and serve your patrons tasty pastries for big rewards!

• Bewitching Good Looks: Express yourself through fashion! Create an avatar and customize them with collectible clothing found throughout the game.

• Design, Decorate, Delight: Decorate the interior and exterior of the café to your liking! Collect and arrange furniture and toys for both your human and animal visitors. Cat trees, scratching posts, and dog beds are definite must-haves! 

• The Power of Magic: The world of Calico has no limits! With the potion system, many ways exist to live out your magical dreams. Want to make your feline friend ginormous? The Big Small potion has you covered!

Calico is available on  Xbox One and Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch™, and PC — via Steam, Epic Games, Humble Bundle Store, itch.io, and Game Jolt for $11.99 USD.

Keep up with Calico by following the game on Twitter or by staying tuned to Whitethorn Games on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Twitch, Discord, and whitethorngames.com. 

You can find the Accessibility Features for Calico here: https://whitethorngames.com/calico/accessibility.