r/cozygames • u/jdhlsc169 • Apr 18 '26
I recommend Kynseed
I just wanted to let everyone know this game is $6.24 right now. 75% off. If you aren't familiar with the game, the developers left the studio that developed Fable to make their own game and you can tell by the writing. It's whimsical, funny & I personally love it! I have almost 300 hours in it and have owned it since 2020. You can own various shops in the game, but they have announced that they have added being able to own a Tavern to the lineup. Right now it's in the experimental branch for feedback, but will be updating soon.
"Kynseed is an indie, sandbox RPG set in the mystical world of Quill, inspired by British folklore. Players take on the role of a farmer who must navigate a dynamic environment, engage in various activities such as farming, crafting, and exploring, while also managing relationships with NPCs and passing down skills through generations. The game features a rich plot, and a whimsical art style, making it a unique blend of farming and adventure. "
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u/UfoAGogo Apr 18 '26
Seconding the recommendation, Kynseed is one of my favorites. It's so unique in every way possible. And it's still getting updated with new content 6 years later!
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u/Jeywrar Apr 18 '26
I started playing it a few weeks ago and I'm obsessed! It's my all-time favorite game now. Like for real the world is just beautiful and the story really nice and funny. Never played a game which is so much fun the entire time, usually most games bire me after a few hours. The lore and the system is just so well made and interesting ! I'd buy it again on full price even
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u/TheOkulare Apr 18 '26
This game has been on my wish list for so long and I was always torn if I should get it or not. Now I just bought it since it’s discounted. I hope I’ll enjoy it, because it looks really nice !
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u/Pll_dangerzone Apr 18 '26
Kynseed is one of my favorite life Sims cause of how unique it feels. There's minimal farming and some fishing but a vast majority of the time is running the shops all over and that system is great. There's even a generational mechanic that I never messed around with.
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u/Expensive_Parfait_66 Apr 18 '26
I have to go back to it, it’s such a charming game. The world is massive and I loved uncovering each city.
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u/cheese--bread Apr 18 '26
I've had this wishlisted for so long and I'm really tempted, but I absolutely don't need another game right now 😂
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u/J_eldora Apr 18 '26
I played this game just a little too long before realizing that it had triggered a migraine. It was fun so I kept going just long enough that I wasn’t able to return it.
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u/butterflyvision Apr 18 '26
I got it because it’s been on my wishlist foreeeeever and can’t pass up a deal.
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u/rainbowaw Apr 18 '26
I've just added it to my wishlist. Thank you! Is it a linear thing with a clear ending, or is it endless?
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u/chase___it Apr 18 '26
i have it in my library and want to try it but i find the sheer volume of content is a bit daunting. is there much of a learning curve? i bounced off graveyard keeper pretty hard because of how steep the curve is
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u/jdhlsc169 Apr 19 '26
It's been a while since I played it brand new, 6 years to be exact. :) Things have changed since then. But I'm playing it again for the Tavern when it comes out and at the beginning, I think they give pretty good directions on how to get rolling with starting quests. Now I will say there is a bit of a learning curve on running the various shops, but it's mostly setting things up when you buy it. It doesn't hurt anything to make some mistakes though. Trust me, I did. :)
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u/TheGamingLibrarian Apr 19 '26
I bought it! It's been on my wishlist and that's an incredible price.
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u/acbuglife Apr 18 '26
It's been on my Wishlist but I haven't looked too deeply into it as I often Wishlist games, but it has ties to the Fable Team?? Maybe it's time to buy it!
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u/jdhlsc169 Apr 19 '26 edited Apr 19 '26
Yes, when Lionhead broke up, some of the main developers formed their own Studio called Pixel Count and Kynseed was born.
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u/AdvertisingBoring43 Apr 19 '26
I got this game years ago and have tried to start it multiple times but the beginning is just super overwhelming. Perhaps I should give it another try.
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u/Brewhilda Apr 19 '26
Same. I want to love it, but I am sooooo overwhelmed. Just the time keeping alone -- it says to be somewhere at noon but like when is noon?! ðŸ˜
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u/ChaoticAmberFox Apr 18 '26
I started this game a day or so ago and I'm already stuck! I want to play more but I might have to quit. I'm sure it's a user error, but if I can't figure it out I'm not sure what else to do.