Underplayed Gems

Hot Springs Story (2022)

Hot Springs Story cover
Developer
Kairosoft Co., Ltd
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.2 of 5, 286 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 9.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lighthearted and strategic resort management sim where you carefully place facilities and gardens to create a relaxing hot spring paradise for guests.

casualcozystrategicrelaxingpixel graphicsmanagement simretrosingleplayer

What players say

Players find the game relaxing early on but warn that it becomes a tedious grind in the endgame. Many criticize the limited building options, fixed facility orientations, and a VIP system that feels unfair without item spam. Long-time fans note it is one of Kairosoft's simpler and more repetitive entries, with achievements requiring dozens of hours of idle time.

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Screenshots

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