EA has and will return in a “cosy bundle” for Nintendo Switch, inviting a new generation of players to experience these classics. The franchise originally launched for Nintendo Wii and DS way back in 2007, and while it enjoyed several years in the sun, it has been dormant for over a decade. It’s therefore surprising, but entirely wonderful, to see it return.
In , you create a custom avatar, and then set off on wholesome adventures through cosy towns. sees you landing on an island that must be rebuilt one structure at a time, by making friends, earning special points, and taking part in activities. Every activity will help you collect Essences, which can then be used to transform your new home.
is a similar experience, although in this game, you’re building up a failing kingdom as a magic-wielding Wandolier. Both games share a lot in common with , and they’re perhaps more adjacent to this game than . Given the most recent game, , hasn’t received an update in many months, could fill a yawning void in the cosy games sphere.
With a fresh lick of paint and new Switch-optimised controls, both and are likely to shine brightly on the Nintendo Switch. MySims – Cosy Bundle Trailer Interestingly enough, EA has subtitled its upcoming collection with “Retro Re-Release,” which is a label that seemingly hasn’t been used before. While it could be a simple descriptor to ensure players know this is a returning game and not brand new, it could also suggest other Retro Re-Rel.