I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again, and I’ll keep repeating myself until I’m blue in the face, an art style is far more impressive than 4K ultra-realism graphical styles. Nine times out of ten, it is style over the shiny that sells a game to me, and that’s no different with Posh Cat Studios’ first title on Steam, Little Problems: A Cozy Detective Game. Why yes, both Duck Detective games are “Similar” according to Steam, how could you tell?

Either way, the three-person team at Posh Cat Studios and publisher Amplified Games recently announced the jam-turned-2-year project is nearly out, with Little Problems: A Cozy Detective Game set to release September 9th. The press release notes: “Little Problems is the debut release from a small, passionate, female-led Indonesian developer, Posh Cat Studio. Having always been a fan of the detective genre in comics, games, movies[,] and with an interest in Lovecraft and horror[,] Posh Cat started work on an investigative murder mystery game. However[,] they quickly realised spending months or even years immersed in crime and horror content might be harmful to their mental health.“

Lead developer and studio founder, Melisa (I guess she’s a mononym, like Cher), said, “We turned to cozy games and cute pictures to escape the blood and gore. Little Problems was born out of a love for wholesome, safe[,] and approachable content[,] but still with a passion for investigation and detection. Little Problems focuses on solving mysteries based on life’s minor inconveniences and everyday misunderstandings, and of course, little problems. In Little Problems, detective work is about connecting with friends, understanding the small yet significant issues of daily life[,] and finding joy in the simplicity of resolution. It’s not about saving the world, it’s about enriching it, one little problem at a time.“

When I first saw that art style in my emails, I might have instantly went to Steam to wishlist Little Problems straight away. In a post on Steam with quotes from each of the team members, artist Melinda (another mononym), said, “The art style was different from what I usually do, which made it a rewarding learning experience. Looking back, there are things I’d improve, but also plenty I’m proud of.” The art style just oozes cozy vibes, like a warm hug, and I’m excited for it.

Little Problems: A Cozy Detective Game releases for Steam on Tuesday, the 9th of September, 2025. Little Problems is launching with English and Simplified Chinese, with no word on whether there will be further localizations. Have I mentioned that I’m excited about Little Problems yet?

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