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Cozy Game Restoration

The satisfying indie hit approaches its launch with over 200 collectible game variants to restore and 300 quests to complete

Oct 21, 2026 - Melbourne, Australia - With its November 4th release fast approaching, Melbourne-based solo indie developer Parasol Corp is preparing to welcome players into the nostalgic world of Cozy Game Restoration, launching on Windows and Mac via Steam for $14.99 USD.

Check out the satisfying gameplay in the latest video:

The upcoming restoration and collection game has already amassed over 400,000 Steam wishlists ahead of launch. Interest has built throughout the year, with 149,745 players signing up for its early May playtest, followed by an impressive showing at June's Steam Next Fest. The game ranked among the top 24 most-played demos during the event, attracting 171,679 demo downloads.

In Cozy Game Restoration, players can experience the satisfaction of bringing old, forgotten video games back to life. Remove years of dust, grime, stickers, scratches, and adhesive residue as you carefully clean and restore a growing collection of over 200 retro-inspired games, with more added regularly. Inspired by games from the 1980s through the early 2000s, each discovery celebrates the nostalgia of physical game collections, second-hand finds, and classic gaming history.

Open mystery parcels to uncover forgotten games in varying conditions, with different artwork, rarities, and regional variants. Players can build their collection across six unique retro-inspired platforms, collecting 108 distinct games in both PAL and NTSC variants, with five rarity levels to discover. Some games even include notes left by previous owners, offering glimpses into the stories behind each second-hand find.

Beyond restoring and collecting games, players can complete 300 quests at launch, including collection and cleaning challenges that unlock decorations and furniture. These rewards let players personalize their space, gradually turning their workspace into a celebration of retro gaming.

Alongside its extensive collection of fictional retro titles, Cozy Game Restoration features collaborations with real indie games, including Abiotic Factor and CONSCRIPT, with more surprise partnerships still to be revealed.

Players can also look forward to plenty of hidden secrets and Easter eggs throughout the game, including a unique Grand Theft Auto-inspired game celebrating GTA 6, alongside The Legend of Zelda-inspired cartridges celebrating the remake of Ocarina of Time.

Melbourne-based solo developer Adam Stormhardt developed Cozy Game Restoration independently, and it was recently showcased at PAX Aus 2026 as part of the Aus Indie Showcase and at ACMI’s Games Week Showcase, giving attendees a chance to play the game ahead of its release. The game's growing popularity is particularly impressive for a solo-developed title self-published without publisher backing.

Cozy Game Restoration launches November 4, 2026, on Windows and Mac via Steam for $14.99 USD, with localization available in 19 languages. The game is designed with the Steam Deck in mind.


About Cozy Game Restoration

Cozy Game Restoration is a nostalgic restoration and collecting game developed by Melbourne-based solo indie developer Adam Stormhardt. Players can clean, repair, and collect over 200 retro-inspired video games across six unique gaming platforms, discovering hidden stories, rare collectibles, and nostalgic surprises along the way. Featuring collaborations with real indie games and a customizable workspace, Cozy Game Restoration celebrates the joy of discovering and preserving gaming history.

Key Features

  • Restore forgotten retro game cartridges by removing dust, grime, ink, stickers, scratches, and adhesive residue
  • Open mystery parcels to discover randomized cartridges with different conditions, visuals, rarities, and variants
  • Collect 108 unique retro-inspired games, each with PAL and NTSC regional variants, for a total of 216 collectible versions inspired by games from the 1980s to early 2000s
  • Discover rare regional variants, unique cartridge artwork, and special shell types
  • Complete 300 quests at launch, earning decorations and cosmetics to personalize your collection room
  • Enjoy a relaxing, tactile restoration experience with no timers and no fail states
  • Collect special cartridges inspired by real Australian, New Zealand, and global indie games, including Abiotic Factor and CONSCRIPT
  • Available in 19 languages at launch, with support for Windows, Mac, and Steam Deck
 

About Parasol Corp

Parasol Corp is an independent game development studio based in Melbourne and the developer and publisher of Cozy Game Restoration. The studio creates thoughtful, player-focused games built around tactile interaction, nostalgia, and the quiet joy of discovery.

 

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