Desktop Pals (2024)

Developer: Shutterframe Studios
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 104 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A laid-back desktop pet simulator where you interact with and watch adorable, animated animals wander and nap on your screen.

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What players say

Players say the pixelated desktop pet is cute and free but does little more than sleep and occasionally eat, leaving many to forget about it. The controls are awkward, the menu is buggy, and all animals share the same meow sound. Some enjoy the simple companionship or use it while streaming, and long-time users say updates have steadily added features.

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