Whelm (2025)

Developer: Lesser Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quiet, unfinished island where you wander rescuing fish and collecting hats at your own slow pace.

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What players say

Players adore the cute penguin and physics-based movement but note the world is sparse, reflecting an early build. The developer warns the game was rushed into early access and recommends waiting until January for the first big update.

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