Keep your cozy creature collection adventure at the bottom of your screen
DETAILS
- Name : Whimside
- Genre : Casual creature collecting game
- Developer: Toadzillart
- Publisher: Self-publishing
- Platforms: PC (Windows)
- Engine: Godot
- Release date: 2025
DESCRIPTION
« Keep your cozy creature collection adventure at the bottom of your screen! »
WHIMSIDE is a cozy and relaxing collection game that sits at the bottom of your screen, keeping you company whether you’re working, studying, or just kicking back and watching videos. Embark on a journey through enchanting worlds, each filled with unique creatures and hidden secrets. Capture and create new species of Whimlings, then unleash your creativity by decorating your very whimsical space.
KEY FEATURES
Creature Collection
Discover and collect a wide variety of unique creatures across vibrant worlds.
Compact Gaming
Play in a small window, perfect for multitasking and background fun.
Cozy Companion
A relaxing side-game to keep you company during your day.
Creative Breeding
Combine creatures to create unique whimlings with special traits.
Design your own cozy space
Decorate with furniture and whimlings to craft your perfect haven.
Exploration
Uncover secrets and tackle challenges in diverse biomes.
A SOLO'S DEV JOURNEY
Development, Pixel Art, Music & Sound design by Toadzillart
I grew up in the 90s, where games like Pokémon sparked my love for creature collection and pixel art. As life got busier, finding time to play, and create, games became more of a challenge. Last year, Rusty’s Retirement by MrMorris really inspired me. Its minimalist, multitask-friendly design fit perfectly into my daily routine and got me thinking about what kind of game I wanted to make.
That idea turned into Whimside, a relaxing, stress-free game designed to sit quietly alongside your everyday life. The goal was simple: create something cozy and manageable that brings joy without demanding too much time or mental energy.
This is a passion project shared with my girlfriend, Tadpoly, who plays a huge role in shaping the game. She leads design and marketing and has been my biggest support through it all. Whimside wouldn’t be what it is without her creativity and dedication.
Over the years, I’ve developed my skills in pixel art and game development, taking inspiration from indie creators like ConcernedApe. For this project, I also dove into composing music and designing sound to fully bring the world of Whimside to life.
Together, we’re building a peaceful little world you can visit anytime you need a break.