inbento (2021)

Developer: Afterburn
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 2,875 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.6 hours
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 calm, meditative puzzle game where you carefully assemble cute bento boxes while unwinding with a tender story about family.

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What players say

Players find it a cozy puzzle game that starts easy but gets very hard in later chapters. The cat story and gentle music keep it relaxing, though some admit needing guides for the toughest levels.

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