Whimside Brings Cozy Creature Collecting to Steam with a Twist

Fans of relaxing, low-pressure games have a new title to try, as Whimside officially launches on Steam. Developed by French indie studio Toadzillart, this charming pixel-art game invites players to collect, combine, and care for adorable creatures known as Whimlings — all while running quietly in the background as you go about your day. To celebrate its release, Whimside is available at a 10% discount until August 21, priced at $5.26, with a free demo also offered for curious players.

Whimside blends familiar creature-collecting mechanics with casual, idle-friendly gameplay. Much like a Pokédex, the in-game inventory keeps track of every Whimling you’ve discovered — from green-horned deer to yellow-and-black foxes. Players can merge Whimlings to unlock entirely new species, each combination opening fresh biomes, decorations, and surprises. With over 8 million possible combinations, plus rare shiny variants, there’s always another discovery around the corner.

One of the game’s standout features recalls the design of Rusty’s Retirement: Whimside can run in a small strip at the bottom of your screen, letting you continue working or browsing while your creatures explore and grow. As players progress, they can unlock five distinct biomes, ten unique areas, and 182 decorations to personalize their Whimling habitats. Streamers can also take advantage of Twitch integration, allowing audiences to join the fun in real time.

For those looking to bundle up, Whimside is part of three discounted packages on Steam — paired with Tiny Aquarium: Social Fishkeeping, Fischer’s Fishing Journey, or Tiny Pasture. Whether you’re in it for the creature collecting, the idle-play convenience, or simply the cozy atmosphere, Whimside offers a gentle but endlessly customizable gaming escape.