Underplayed Gems

Istikan Chai (2026)

Istikan Chai cover
Developer
Istikan Studio
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.5 of 5, 19 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 55 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A lively and charming tea-serving simulation where you manage a stall in a bustling market with quick, precise preparation.

casualfast-pacedcharmingsimulationstrategicrelaxingatmospheric

What players say

Players praise the game's Middle Eastern cultural setting, charming art, and relaxing pace, but note it is short (under 5 hours), repetitive, and has bugs in later chapters. Some find the controls a bit awkward.

Screenshots

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