The Suburbs (2026)

Developer: The Sexy Chinaman
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Simulation
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 39 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 50 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A quiet, introspective simulation of everyday suburban life that feels grounded and slightly somber, focusing on routine and isolation.

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What players say

Players finish in about one hour or less, calling it short even for the developer's usual output. Most praise the 3D visuals and animations, though some note the animated scenes use AI art. Fans of the developer's other games find it on par, but others say it feels more like an extended demo.

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