Humble Reeds has announced its next title, cozy simulation adventure game Heidi’s Legacy: Mountain Calling. The developer created one of my favourite games of 2024, froggy wildlife preservation game Kamaeru: A Frog Refuge. One look at Heidi’s Legacy, and I yelped in excitement because the artwork was all I needed to know that Humble Reeds is behind it. It is set in the Swiss Alps, blending the serenity of mountain life with an immersive narrative and intuitive mechanics. Players will care for goats, help villagers, and live close to nature at the story from the classic Heidi books are reimagined with a modern lens in this story of self-discovery.
Adèle is a young woman who has left behind the noisy city in search of something with more meaning. In the Swiss Alps, each morning begins with the soft morning light peeking over the mountains and a following of goats waiting to be fed. The place moves at its own, patient pace.
“Heidi’s Legacy invites players to discover that even the simplest routines can hold unexpected depth,” said Humble Reeds (no name given) in a press release. “We hope players feel the pastoral heart and thoughtful care we’ve poured into this journey.”
From Humble Reeds, the key features of the game are:
- Care for Your Goats: Guide your goats through blooming meadows, help them find the best flowers to graze, and keep them happy with toys and attention. In return, they’ll provide milk and wool, which are precious resources for the village’s revival.
- Craft Mountain Goods: Use what nature provides to create artisanal products like cheese, wool clothing, herbal remedies, and wooden crafts. Trade or share these with villagers to help improve their homes and livelihoods. Every choice helps shape your relationship with the community.
- Explore the Mountains: Wander across lush valleys, quiet forests, and high-altitude lakes. Herd goats, forage for herbs and mushrooms, and fish in peaceful alpine waters. As you aid the village, you’ll unlock new abilities that make it easier to climb, leap, and uncover parts of your world.
- Shape the Village’s Future: Through branching dialogue and personal choices, you’ll support villagers in rebuilding not just their homes but their lives. Will you embrace slow living or push for bolder change? Stay cozy within the village or open up to what lies beyond?
- Cozy and Unhurried: There are no timers, strict goals, or negative consequences. Embrace slow living and mindfulness as you set the pace, guiding Adèle and her community through a world where time flows when you’re ready.
Developed and published by Humble Reeds, Heidi’s Legacy: Mountain Calling has been announced for PC via Steam. Of course, my fingers are crossed for a Switch/Switch 2 release!
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